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AmeriCorps VISTA Volunteer Talks About Her Commitment to the Communityhttps://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/neighborhood-services/2687Neighborhood Services3/15/2023 1:00:00 AMhttps://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/2687/Newsroom_NSD_AmeriCorpsSamLopez_006.jpgAmeriCorps VISTA Volunteer Talks About Her Commitment to the Community<div class="ExternalClassDD8444A771B542D8903AD0A0409D6499"><html> <strong> <em>​To celebrate AmeriCorps Week, Neighborhood Services profiles AmeriCorps Volunteer, Samantha López. </em> </strong>​<br><br>​Phoenix native Samantha López always dreamed of becoming a researcher and community advocate. After starting college up in northern Arizona, surrounded by pine trees, hiking trails and glorious weather, she quickly realized how much she favored working outdoors and being with the community.<br><br>“I wanted to try a different working style and reconnect with nature," López said. “I found AmeriCorps through an extensive search of outdoor jobs."<br><br>That research on <a target="_blank" href="https://americorps.gov/">AmeriCorps</a> led her to a service as a trail worker in the Grand Canyon with Arizona Conservation Corps in February 2022, assisting with the maintenance of trails through inspections, cleanups, education and naturalizing.  The experience invigorated her desire to work with the underserved and be a part of the solution to the issues facing their communities.  She explored AmeriCorps' VISTA program, designed to do just that. And the rest, as they say, is history. <br><br>AmeriCorps is a network of local, state and national service programs that engages more than 70,000 Americans every year in intensive service to meet community needs. <a target="_blank" href="https://americorps.gov/serve/americorps/americorps-vista">AmeriCorps' Vista program</a> connects its members to local organizations nationwide to provide support and expand capacity to make sustainable changes in areas that affect poverty, education, public health, climate, to name a few. AmeriCorps VISTA members assist in various activities that help create positive change, such as fundraising, grant writing, research and volunteer coordination.  <br><br>López is doing just that.<br><br>Through a partnership between <a target="_blank" href="https://www.handsonphoenix.org/beavista">HandsOn Greater Pho​enix and AmeriCorps VISTA,</a> López landed a service with the Neighborhood Services Department (NSD) as a Volunteer Recruiter, tasked with creating a pilot program to encourage and recruit teens in Phoenix Union District high schools to be community volunteers and future community leaders. <br><br>Her current position is a perfect fit, having spent some time working as an assistant teacher and clinical coordinator/counselor for the youth in the past. Her degree in Humanities and Psychology from Northern Arizona University was an added bonus.<br><br>“From a young age, children are very capable and desire to contribute to the community. ​I believe in giving them the power and resources to make a difference," said López. With that experience and knowledge under her belt, López is passionate about helping teens explore their gifts and learn ways to give back to and connect with their community and purpose <br><br>López is thankful to be a member of the HandsOn AmeriCorps VISTA program and a member of the Neighborhood Services family. She relishes every chance to work with different community organizations and learn about the many resources and tools available to individuals and communities. The support she's received from AmeriCorps and her colleagues in NSD have made her experience even more positive and meaningful. So much so that she highly recommends joining the AmeriCorps VISTA program to anyone who has a passion for community service. <br><br>“There are so many opportunities to choose from—backcountry work in the Grand Canyon to working in an office setting," she explained. “All service terms offer an education stipend, and some schools will match a percentage of the stipend to help pay for expenses."<br><br>López added that joining the AmeriCorps VISTA program is a great way to learn new skills, meet new people and explore new interests. <br><br>In celebration of AmeriCorps Week, the Neighborhood Services Department thanks Samantha and the 70,000 Americans involved in AmeriCorps for being committed to creating a positive impact in neighborhoods through volunteerism!<br><br>To be a part of <a target="_blank" href="/nsd/programs/volunteer">Neighborhood Services' Volunteer Program</a>, visit the program's <a target="_blank" href="/nsd/programs/volunteer">website</a> or email Samantha.D.Lopez@phoenix.gov.<br><br></html></div>https://www.phoenix.gov/nsdNewsneighborhood-servicesAmeriCorps VISTA, Samantha López NSD#volunteer, @phxneighborhood volunteer, AmeriCorps VISTA, Neighborhood ServicesKristin Couturier602-568-8126602-534-5627kristin.couturier@phoenix.govcityofphoenixaz

 

 

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
Critical Incident Briefing – September 9, 2023 -85th Ave and Indian School Rdhttps://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/police/2869Police9/22/2023 10:00:00 PMhttps://youtu.be/7x9hbo-yaxY?feature=sharedCritical Incident Briefing – September 9, 2023 -85th Ave and Indian School Rd<div class="ExternalClassFD7085C3708E486C90B25763FCBD21E7"><html> <p>​<strong style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:10pt;">WARNING: The attached video may contain strong language as well as graphic images which may be disturbing to some people. Viewer discretion is advised.</strong></p> <p>The Phoenix Police Department released a Critical Incident Briefing (CIB) video that includes audio, visuals and information related to an officer-involved shooting (OIS) which occurred on September 9, 2023.  </p> <p>This incident began when officers responded to an emergency call of an aggravated assault in the neighborhood of 85th Avenue and Indian School Road.</p> <p>During the initial investigation, it was learned the victim was robbed of his car at gun point. </p> <p>Patrol officers worked with the victim and using the vehicle's GPS they tracked the car into the city of Glendale. The Phoenix Police Air Unit spotted the car as a man parked it and went inside a house near 8700 West Glendale Avenue.</p> <p>Officers contained the house and began negotiations. </p> <p>About 24 Minutes into the negotiations, the man came out of the house and walked to the end of the driveway. </p> <p>Officers continued to give the man commands at which time he pulled a handgun from his waistline and pointed it towards officers. It was at this time; three officers fired their duty guns and struck him.</p> <p>After the shooting, officers attempted to clear the property; however, they noticed a strong odor of gas coming from the inside of the house. Out of concerns for their safety, officers evacuated the immediate area.</p> <p>A team of officers with appropriate protective equipment assembled and completed clearing the house; noting a green propane canister had been left on. </p> <p>After the scene was safe, Glendale Fire Department responded and pronounced the man deceased.</p> <p>The gun displayed by the man was found on the ground next to him. It was determined to be a pellet gun resembling a semi-automatic handgun.</p> <p>All three officers involved in this incident are assigned to the Maryvale Estrella Mountain Precinct and have about six, seven, and eight years of service with the department respectively.</p> <p>Conclusions about whether the actions of the officers are consistent with department policy and the law will not be made until all facts are known and the investigation is complete. An internal investigation by the Professional Standard Bureau is currently underway, in addition to a criminal investigation. Once the criminal investigation is complete it will then be reviewed by the Maricopa County Attorney's Office. </p> <p>Public records law required redaction of certain personal identifying information before video is released publicly. This is why you may see some parts of Body Worn Camera (BWC) blurred or covered with a black box. Redacted video is released to local media in conjunction with the release of this Critical Incident Briefing for independent review and publication. Complete, unedited versions of the BWC are released to attorneys and the courts as evidence in a criminal case.<br></p> <p> <br> </p> </html></div>https://phoenix.gov/policeVideo
Phoenix Celebrates National Drive Electric Weekhttps://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/environmental-programs/2868Environment & Sustainability9/22/2023 7:00:00 AMhttps://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/2868/Rivian.jpgPhoenix Celebrates National Drive Electric Week<div class="ExternalClass94434081D680420AB6F3153F2F69101F"><html> <p>​<span style="text-align:justify;background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:10pt;">National Driv</span><span style="text-align:justify;background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:10pt;">e Electric Week is from Sept. 22 through Oct. 1 and the City of Phoenix Office of Sustainability is celebrating in major ways. One celebration ​by hosting a series of events for current and potential electric vehicle owners.</span></p><p style="text-align:justify;">There will be opportunities to test drive an electric vehicle, learn about what you need to know before purchasing an electric vehicle and to learn about incentives and rebates available to current owners.</p><p style="text-align:justify;"><strong>EV 101 Electrify Your Ride | Sept. 26 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3rY0OfH" target="_blank"><strong>Register</strong></a></p><p style="text-align:justify;">Are you considering purchasing an electric vehicle? The EV 101 Electrify Your Ride webinar is perfect for you! Learn what you need to know and ask questions before electrifying your ride. </p><p style="text-align:justify;"><strong>EV 102 For New EV Owners | Sept. 28 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3YnepZK" target="_blank"><strong>Register</strong></a></p><p style="text-align:justify;">Current electric vehicle owners will not want to miss an opportunity to attend the EV 102 For New EV Owners webinar. Learn about the incentives and rebates that are available to electric vehicle owners. </p><p><strong>EV Ride and Drive | Sept. 30 | 8 a.m.-noon | NPHX Baptist Church, 5757 N. Central Ave.| </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3DMLTHE" target="_blank"><strong>Register</strong></a></p><p style="text-align:justify;">More than 20 electric vehicles will be available to test drive during the EV Ride and Drive event including various Tesla and Rivian models, the Chevrolet Bolt, the Kia EV6, the BMW iX, and much more. Waymo, SRP and Blink will be in attendance to provide information and answer questions about charging electric vehicles and driverless cars. Phoenix Public Library will also be in attendance signing people up for free library cards. Sixteen of the library locations now have charging stations available for electric vehicle owners.<br></p><p style="text-align:justify;">For more information about the National Drive Electric Week events, email <a href="mailto:electricvehicles@phoenix.gov" target="_blank">electricvehicles@phoenix.gov</a>. <br><br></p> </html></div>https://www.phoenix.gov/oepNews

 

 

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