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Updated Draft Drone Policies Available for Reviewhttps://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/city-manager/2273City Manager5/10/2022 11:30:00 PMhttps://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/2273/Police_Newsroom_Drone.pngUpdated Draft Drone Policies Available for Review<div class="ExternalClassFE0A7EDB183B4474AFB14CA0E1A13E4E"><html> <p>​The City of Phoenix is committed to embracing technologies that improve service delivery to the public while protecting the safety and privacy of its residents. The integration of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), commonly called "drones", technology by the City in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Cyber Security and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is intended to enhance existing departmental capabilities and service to the community.​</p> <p> <span id="ms-rterangepaste-end"></span> </p> <br> <h2>Resources<br></h2> <p> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3goK1xk-5S0" target="_blank">Watch Recorded Version of Drone Policy Presentation (Video)</a> </p> <div style="box-sizing:border-box;font-family:"segoe ui", segoe, tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;font-size:13px;"> <p> <a href="/piosite/Documents/Drones/2022_UAS_Community_Meetings_Presentation_03_30_22.pdf" target="_blank">View Drone Policy Community Meeting Presentation (PDF)</a> <br> </p> <p> <a href="/piosite/Documents/Drones/PHX_Unmanned_Aircraft_Systems_Drones_FAQ_May_2022.pdf" target="_blank">City of Phoenix Unmanned Aircraft Systems (Drones) Community Meetings Frequently Asked Quest​ions (PDF)</a> from community engagement meetings held in March and April 2022.​<br></p><p><a href="https://Phoenix.gov/PIO/Drones" target="_blank">Phoenix.gov/PIO/Drones​</a><br></p> </div> <h2>Policy Drafts Before Public Meetings<br></h2> <p>Draft policies are available for review including the city-wide Administrative Regulation which outlines the purpose of the drone as well as policy requirements focused on the privacy and safety of Phoenix residents, businesses, visitors, and the general public.<br></p> <p> <a href="/piosite/Documents/Drones/UAS_Drones_Draft_AR.pdf" target="_blank">UAS Drones Draft Adminstrative Regulation (A.R.) 03-15-22 (PDF)</a> <br> </p> <p> <a href="/piosite/Documents/Drones/UAS_Fire_Department_Draft_Policy_03_11_22.pdf" target="_blank">UAS Fire Department Draft Policy 03-11-22 (PDF)</a> <br> </p> <p> <a href="/piosite/Documents/Drones/UAS_Police_Departmental_Draft_Policy_03_15_22.pdf" target="_blank">UAS Police Department Draft Policy 03-15-22 (PDF)</a> <br> </p> <h2>Policy Drafts After Public Meetings<br></h2> <p>After a series of public mee​tings were held (listed below), community feedback and Phoenix City Council input, the Administrative Regulations, as well as the proposed Police Department Fire Department Policies have been updated to reflect the ideas and concerns raised.<br></p> <p> <a href="/piosite/Documents/Drones/UAS_Drones_Draft_AR_1-56_05_09_22.pdf" target="_blank">Revised UAS Drones Draft Adminstrative Regulation (A.R.) 05-09-22 (PDF)</a> <br> </p> <p> <a href="/piosite/Documents/Drones/UAS_Fire_Department_Draft_Policy_05_09_22.pdf" target="_blank">Revised UAS Fire Department Draft Policy 05-09-22 (PDF)</a> <br> </p> <p> <a href="/piosite/Documents/Drones/UAS_Police_Departmental_Draft_Policy_05_09_22.pdf" target="_blank">Revised UAS Police Department Draft Policy 05-09-22 (PDF)</a>​<br><br></p> <br> <em> <strong>Original April 11, 2022 Article</strong> </em> <br> <br>The City of Phoenix is seeking public input as it develops a new Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) “drone" program. <br><br>The Phoenix City Council voted on February 16, 2022 to approve moving forward with a drone program which includes meetings throughout the city where members of the public can help craft the policies and procedures.<br><br>The City has established several opportunities for the public to comment on these draft documents.<br><br>The following meetings are currently available, with more still to be scheduled in council districts throughout the city.<br><br><table width="100%" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td><br></td><td></td><td><br><table class="ms-rteTable-default" width="100%" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td style="width:33.3333%;" class="ms-rteTable-default"><strong>Meeting</strong></td><td style="width:33.3333%;" class="ms-rteTable-default"><strong>Date</strong></td><td style="width:33.3333%;" class="ms-rteTable-default"><strong>Location</strong></td></tr><tr><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p>District 1: Councilwoman Ann O'Brien</p><p> </p><p> </p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p>February 28, March 7, 8, 9</p><p>March 25, 7:30AM</p><p>April 19, 7:00PM  </p></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><p> </p><p>Double Tree Hotel 10220 N. Metro Parkway</p></td></tr><tr><td class="ms-rteTable-default">District 2: Councilman Jim Waring</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">Monday, April 4 following 8:30AM budget hearing<br></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><a href="https://phoenixpublicmeetings.webex.com/phoenixpublicmeetings/onstage/g.php?MTID=ee9a672aee96a83c78af0b479185584a2" target="_blank">Webex- Translation Available​</a><br></td></tr><tr><td class="ms-rteTable-default">District 3: Councilwoman Debra Stark</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">Wednesday, March 16 at 6PM</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">Patina Mountain Preserve - 1431 E. Dunlap</td></tr><tr><td class="ms-rteTable-default">District 4: Vice Mayor Laura Pastor</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">Wednesday, March 30 at 6PM</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><a href="https://cityofphoenix.webex.com/cityofphoenix/j.php?MTID=m1d979f247e57b12452a7b82d1671f35f" target="_blank">Webex</a>- Translation Available</td></tr></tbody></table>​<br><table class="ms-rteTable-default" width="100%" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td style="width:33.3333%;" class="ms-rteTable-default">District 5: Councilwoman Betty Guardado </td><td style="width:33.3333%;" class="ms-rteTable-default">Tuesday, March 1 Neighborhood Leaders Meeting<br><br>Wednesday April 27<br></td><td style="width:33.3333%;" class="ms-rteTable-default">Webex- Translation Available<br><br><br><br><a target="_blank" href="https://phoenixpublicmeetings.webex.com/phoenixpublicmeetings/onstage/g.php?MTID=e673022a1afb2c898bf40f6332b150dbc">Webex-</a> <br><a target="_blank" href="https://phoenixpublicmeetings.webex.com/phoenixpublicmeetings/onstage/g.php?MTID=e1b886da541c414909439a8d89375be5e">Spanish attendee link​</a><br></td></tr><tr><td class="ms-rteTable-default">District 6: Councilman Sal DiCiccio</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">Wednesday, April 6 at 6PM<br></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><a href="https://cityofphoenix.webex.com/cityofphoenix/j.php?MTID=mc704a8ab581f3a1f2a393421ea8b618e" target="_blank">Webex- Translation Available​</a><br><a target="_blank" href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/cityofphoenix.webex.com/cityofphoenix/j.php?MTID=m7309e454feb3a7b9ae670ea0506d8e43__%3b%21%21LkjWUF49MRd51_ry%21MeerbSWFEpB8hfS6sdnHhEc2e68oKLps1NhHRwRP-FXUU026VnB-2rjeTVBxgipPVOf0uKYbgQ$">Spanish Webex link​</a><br></td></tr><tr><td class="ms-rteTable-default">District 7: Councilwoman Yassamin Ansari</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">Tuesday, April 5 at 6PM<br></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMvc-ihpz4vGNfPjwTLMEH-lCq2uxyFYk-8" target="_blank">Zoom​</a><br></td></tr><tr><td class="ms-rteTable-default">District 8: Councilmember Carlos Garcia</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default">Tuesday, March 29 at 6PM<br></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><a href="https://cityofphoenix.webex.com/cityofphoenix/j.php?MTID=m2bd4909988b352e90140e7aca69a611a" target="_blank">Webex-​ Translation Available​</a><br></td></tr><tr><td class="ms-rteTable-default">City-wide</td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><a href="/policesite/Documents/Transparency/UAS%20Community%20Meeting_NoticeOfPublicMeeting-VirtualMeeting_3.28.22.pdf" target="_blank">Monday, March 28 at 5PM<br></a></td><td class="ms-rteTable-default"><a href="/policesite/Documents/Transparency/UAS%20Community%20Meeting_NoticeOfPublicMeeting-VirtualMeeting_3.28.22.pdf" target="_blank">Webex- Translation Available​<br></a></td></tr></tbody></table><div style="text-align:center;"><br><br></div></td></tr></tbody></table>Once approved, Phoenix will join more than 1,500 public safety agencies across the country and at least three dozen in Arizona using drone technology.<br><br>If you are unable to participate in an online meeting or want to leave additional comments, you can email them to <a href="mailto:contactus@phoenix.gov" target="_blank">contactus@phoenix.gov</a>​​.<br></html></div>https://www.phoenix.gov/citymanagerNewscity-managerUnmanned Aircraft or drone flying City Manager@phoenixpolice@PHXfire @CityofPhoenixAZDrones, UASDan Wilson602-760-6660602-495-5901daniel.b.wilson@phoenix.gov https://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/MediaContact/Attachments/44/Dan_Wilson.jpgPHXCityManagerCity releases draft policy proposals for police and fire department drone use

 

 

City of Phoenix Indigenous Peoples’ Day Holiday Noticehttps://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/city-manager/2867City Manager9/22/2023 6:00:00 PMhttps://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/2867/Newsroom_CityHall.jpgCity of Phoenix Indigenous Peoples’ Day Holiday Notice<div class="ExternalClass141B4C0824B54109836B6CDAA883A02E"><html> <p>​City of Phoenix offices will be closed Monday, October 9 in observance of the Indigenous Peoples' Day holiday. Here's how City services are affected:  </p> <p> <strong>Solid Waste Collection:</strong> Curbside trash and recycling schedules remain unchanged on Monday, October 9, with no schedule changes on the days following the holiday, either. Collection will happen as regularly scheduled, even on Indigenous Peoples' Day itself.<span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:10pt;"> </span></p> <p> <strong>Transfer Stations:</strong> Both the 27th Ave. and North Gateway transfer stations will be closed on Monday, October 9.<span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:10pt;"> </span></p> <p> <strong>Public Works Customer Contact Center:</strong> The Contact Center will be closed on Monday, October 9. It will reopen at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, October 10. Residents can call 602-262-6251.<span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:10pt;"> </span></p> <p> <strong>Library:</strong> 16 of Phoenix Public Library's 17 locations will be closed Monday, October 9, in observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day holiday; <a href="https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/locations/smcl" target="_blank">South Mountain Community Library</a> will remain open. All Phoenix Public Library book drops and digital/eResources are available 24/7. Visit <a href="https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/" target="_blank">phoenixpubliclibrary.org</a> for more details.<span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:10pt;"> </span></p> <p> <strong>Parking Meters</strong>: All parking meters are enforced 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily, including weekends and holidays.   </p> <p> <strong>Parks and Recreation Facilities:</strong> City of Phoenix Community centers will be closed on Monday, October 9 for the holiday. Parks and trails will be open for regular hours, but please review “<a href="/parks/trails" target="_blank">Take a Hike. Do it Right</a>." safety guidelines before visiting a trail.    </p> <p> <strong>S'edav Va'aki Museum</strong> will be closed on Monday, October 9. </p> <p> <strong>Public Transit:</strong> Both bus and light rail will operate on a regular weekday schedule on Monday, Oct. 9. Check <a href="https://valleymetro.org/" target="_blank">ValleyMetro.org</a> for schedules.</p> <p> <strong>Dial-a-Ride service</strong> will be available, by reservation, between 4:40 a.m. to 11 p.m. To learn more about the Dial-a-Ride service, visit <a href="/dial-a-ride" target="_blank">Phoenix.gov/dial-a-ride</a>.   </p> <p> <strong>Sky Harbor International Airport:</strong> America's Friendliest Airport® continues to see record numbers of passengers. The Airport will be busy throughout October as schools enjoy Fall breaks, so travelers should give themselves extra time. If flying domestically, arrive at least two hours early. If flying internationally, arrive three hours early. With heavy crowds overlapping, make sure to leave extra time for parking. <a href="https://www.skyharbor.com/parking/" target="_blank">Our Sky Harbor Parking program</a> makes it easy to reserve parking up to six months in advance. Enjoy convenient parking options in the terminal garages or an economy parking lot at the 24th Street PHX Sky Train® Station, which is an easy option for travelers who live west or north of the Airport.<br></p> </html></div>https://www.phoenix.gov/citymanagerNews
Voter Registration Deadline for November Special Bond Election is October 10https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/city-clerk/2878City Clerk10/3/2023 7:30:00 PMhttps://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/2878/Newsroom_voter registration.pngVoter Registration Deadline for November Special Bond Election is October 10<div class="ExternalClass6F5CD78755C542B69B684297F2600F4D"><html> <p></p> <span style="font-size:16px;">The City of Phoenix will hold a Special Bond Election on November 7, 2023, in which eligible Phoenix voters will decide on four ballot questions. The ballot-by-mail Election will be conducted by Maricopa County. The Voter Registration Deadline for this election is Tuesday, October 10, 2023.<br><br>You can register to vote until midnight on October 10th at <a href="https://servicearizona.com/" target="_blank">servicearizona.com</a>.</span> <br style="font-size:16px;"> <br style="font-size:16px;"> <span style="font-size:16px;">Voter registration is administered by Maricopa County. All changes to voter registration information must be completed by the County. If you are registered voter – take a few seconds to make sure you’re registered to vote at your current address at <a href="https://recorder.maricopa.gov/elections/beballotready/" target="_blank">BeBallotReady.Vote</a> or by calling Maricopa County at 602-506-1511.</span> <br style="font-size:16px;"> <br style="font-size:16px;"> <span style="font-size:16px;">For more information about voter registration, visit <a href="/cityclerk/elections" target="_blank">Phoenix.gov/Elections</a>, call 602-261-VOTE (8683), email phoenixelections@phoenix.gov or follow @PHXClerk on X.</span> <br> </html></div>https://www.phoenix.gov/cityclerkNews
Phoenix Fire Breaks Ground at Home of Future Station 62https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/fire/2879Fire10/3/2023 7:00:00 AMhttps://youtu.be/4o6DFVqyNRUPhoenix Fire Breaks Ground at Home of Future Station 62<div class="ExternalClass9B32248CBDF54CE98F4F9BDAF3421CC7"><html>​<span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:10pt;" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto">Today, the Phoenix Fire Department hosted a groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate the construction of Phoenix Fire Station 62. The new station will be located at 9300 W. Lower Buckeye Rd. and is part of the Phoenix Fire Department’s effort to improve response times and provide better service to the community. </span><span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:10pt;" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> <br></span><br><div><span lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto">“We are proud to be breaking ground on this important project,” said Phoenix Fire Chief Mike Duran. “This new station will ensure that our firefighters have access to top-notch resources and can respond quickly in times of need. We look forward to continuing our commitment to providing excellent service to our community for years to come.”</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></div><div><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"><br></span></div><div><span lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto">The station will be equipped with state-of-the-art technology and equipment, including a new fire engine and one ambulance to serve the growing community. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></div><div><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"><br></span></div><div><span lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto">“This is years of community involvement at our budget hearings, and it’s great to be here today as we break ground,” said Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></div><div><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"><br></span></div><div><span lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto">The 20,800 square feet station will include 4 bays and 16 gender neutral individual dorms for sleeping quarters, gym, unisex restrooms, decontamination spaces, and other associated spaces required for a facility of this size and function. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></div><div><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"><br></span></div><div><span lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto">“I'm exceptionally proud for the safety that it’s going to provide for the surrounding area and all the great citizens that live in and around this neighborhood,” said United Phoenix Firefighters Local 493 President Bryan Willingham. “</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></div><br></html></div>https://www.phoenix.gov/fireVideo

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