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Phoenix Greenhouse Gas Emissions Decreased in 2020, Report Findshttps://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/mayors-office/2431Mayor's Office8/1/2022 5:30:00 PMhttps://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/2431/Newsroom_OEP_1.jpgPhoenix Greenhouse Gas Emissions Decreased in 2020, Report Finds<div class="ExternalClass3D2B5BF6BB3845B987F0398AC8F718FD"><html> <p style="margin:0px 0px 10px;line-height:1.6;font-size:13.3333px;">​The City of Phoenix's <a target="_blank" href="/oep/GHG">2020 Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Inventory</a> shows both community scale and government operations emissions decreased during that year.<br></p> <span style="font-size:13.3333px;">“Our investments in energy efficiency, transportation electrification, and renewable energy have demonstrated progress toward Phoenix's Climate Action Plan goals," said Mayor Kate Gallego. “This work is crucial to ensuring a sustainable and prosperous future, and we will continue to deliver results in city operations and across our community."</span> <br style="font-size:13.3333px;"> <br style="font-size:13.3333px;"> <span style="font-size:13.3333px;">Overall, 2020 community-wide GHG emissions were 14% lower than the 2012 baseline, while the metro economy grew by 42% and the City's population increased by 12%. Researchers from Arizona State University and Northern Arizona University found these reductions were primarily due to the electricity grid having a lower carbon intensity due to the closures of coal-fired power plants. Some of the reductions were also due to decreased travel from commuting and lower air travel during the COVID-19 pandemic.</span> <br style="font-size:13.3333px;"> <br style="font-size:13.3333px;"> <span style="font-size:13.3333px;">In government operations, Phoenix 2020 GHG emissions were 25% lower than the 2005 baseline – well on their way to meeting the 2025 goal of a 40% reduction from 2005.</span> <br style="font-size:13.3333px;"> <br style="font-size:13.3333px;"> <span style="font-size:13.3333px;">“These inventory numbers show the steps Phoenix is taking to cut down on emissions are working. While there is still plenty of work to be done, we are certainly headed in the right direction," said Environmental Programs Administrator Nancy Allen. “We've been reaching and exceeding emission reduction goals for 15 years, and we don't plan to stop."</span> <br style="font-size:13.3333px;"> <br style="font-size:13.3333px;"> <span style="font-size:13.3333px;">While the City Vehicle Fleet did see an increase in GHG emissions due to increased service miles, Phoenix has lowered carbon intensity of the fleet with the use of alternative fuels. City Council also recently adopted the Transportation Electrification Action Plan, which calls for electrification of vehicles within the fleet and installation of on-site electric vehicle charging stations.</span> <br style="font-size:13.3333px;"> <br style="font-size:13.3333px;"> <span style="font-size:13.3333px;">Thanks to investments in energy efficiency projects, buildings and facilities saw a decrease in electricity use. Water Services saw a decrease in emissions due to the capture and reuse of biogas at the 91st Avenue Wastewater Treatment Plant, and a telework program led to decreased GHG emissions from employee commuting.</span> <br style="font-size:13.3333px;"> <br style="font-size:13.3333px;"> <span style="font-size:13.3333px;">In 2021, the City of Phoenix's Climate Action Plan laid out another ambitious goal of reducing community carbon emissions from buildings, transportation, and waste by 50% by 2030, thereby moving toward becoming a carbon neutral city by 2050.​​<br></span> </html></div>https://phoenix.gov/mayorNewsmayors-officeSkyline view of Downtown PhoenixMayor's Office#environment #sustainability #Phoenix #greenhousegases @CityofPhoenixAZ @MayorGallego @PHXenvironmentClimate action, environment, pollution, air quality, greenhouse gasesSpencer Blake602-818-6033602-262-6822spencer.blake@phoenix.govMayorGallego

 

 

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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