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Phoenix Names Transit Center for Former Councilmember Thelda Williamshttps://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/public-transit/2739Public Transit5/3/2023 11:00:00 PMhttps://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/2739/Public_Transit_Newsroom_50.jpg Phoenix Names Transit Center for Former Councilmember Thelda Williams<div class="ExternalClass6E33EFA436DB494EADFCA8996EF9D308"><html> <p>​​The City of Phoenix is naming a new transit center, currently being built at Metrocenter, for former District 1 City Council Member and Mayor Thelda Williams. The transit center will be located under the elevated light rail station – currently under construction - as part of the Northwest Light Rail Extension Phase II (NWEII) project.</p> <p>Former Councilmember Williams served on the Phoenix City Council since 1989 - more than 30 years - and is the only person to have been named mayor three different times. She also served as Vice Mayor, chair of the Transportation Infrastructure and Planning Subcommittee, and chair of the Valley Metro Rail board.</p> <p> “I am very excited to name the transit center at Metrocenter after Thelda Williams, a Phoenix leader who, among many other accomplishments, championed transit initiatives in our city. The Metrocenter transit center will connect more parts of our city and unlock new opportunities for our residents. We couldn't have gotten here without Councilwoman Williams' advocacy, and I'm looking forward to the future unveiling of the finished project with her name on it," said Mayor Gallego.<br></p><p style="text-align:center;"><img style="margin:5px;width:175px;height:218px;" src="/publictransitsite/MediaAssets/MayorThelda%20Williams.jpg" /><br><br></p> <p>Williams has been a strong proponent of Phoenix's voter-approved transportation plan - <a href="/t2050" target="_blank">Transportation 2050</a> - which helps fund various key projects throughout the city through the year 2050. She played a key role in the City moving forward with the planning and construction of light rail, bus service expansion, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport's expansion and operations and in the preservation of water resources and many street and other infrastructure projects.<br></p> <p>“Councilmember Williams served on many committees, boards and associations and always has done so with grace," says Councilmember and Chair of the Valley Metro Regional Public Transportation Authority board Laura Pastor. “The naming of this transit center symbolizes the way that she has touched so many residents in positive ways."</p> <p>The naming of the transit center is also in honor of Williams' decades of public service and her commitment to taking care of the City of Phoenix by focusing on public infrastructure and economic development investments.<br></p> <p>“We know that Councilmember Williams holds much experience and history when it comes to the way things have progressed here at the City of Phoenix," adds current Councilmember Ann O'Brien. “The naming of this transit center is very fitting as Councilmember Williams has always represented the City well and led by example by listening, asking questions and keeping her word."  </p> <p><strong>About the Phoenix Public Transit Department</strong>: The Phoenix Public Transit Department provides Phoenix residents a variety of transit options and is the largest member of the Valley Metro regional transit system. Services range from local and commuter buses to alternative transportation for senior citizens and special needs. The City of Phoenix funds transit, and other transportation improvements, through <a href="/t2050" target="_blank">Transportation 2050 (T2050)</a> – a local sales tax approved by Phoenix voters in 2015 – as well as county and federal funds. Visit us at <a href="/publictransit" target="_blank">phoenix.gov/publictransit</a> or follow us on <a href="https://twitter.com/PhoenixMetroBus" target="_blank">Twitter </a> for the latest news. ​<br></p> <p> <br> </p> </html></div>https://www.phoenix.gov/publictransitNewspublic-transitRendering of the Metrocenter transit center Public Transit#Transportation2050 #MovingPhoenixForward #TheldaWilliamsTransitCenter #T2050 #PhoenixPublicTransitTransportation 2050, T2050, Phoenix Public Transit, Thelda Williams Transit CenterBrenda Yanez602-571-5895602-261-8254brenda.yanez@phoenix.govhttps://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/MediaContact/Attachments/28/Brenda_Yanez.jpgPhoenixMetroBus

 

 

City of Phoenix Holds Community Meeting For Future Fire Station 74https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/fire/2945Fire12/1/2023 8:30:00 PMhttps://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/2945/Newsroom_FIre_Fix.jpgCity of Phoenix Holds Community Meeting For Future Fire Station 74<div class="ExternalClassF88F974BC06A457EBC50904AB6ED2ADD"><html> <p>​​On Thursday, November 30th the City of Phoenix held a community meeting at Pecos Community Center focused on the plans for future Phoenix Fire Station 74. This will be the fourth fire station addition to Ahwatukee. This will complete the firefighting force for the growing community and greatly reduce response times by crews.<br><br>Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego, District 6 Phoenix City Councilman Kevin Robinson, and District 1 Phoenix City Councilwoman and Public Safety and Justice Chair Ann O'Brien were in attendance of the community meeting. Members of the Phoenix Fire Department's Executive Staff and the City of Phoenix's Parks and Recreation Department joined Pearlman Architects to discuss the future fire station. <br><br>The meeting focused on sharing conceptual <a href="https://perlman.sharepoint.com/_layouts/15/stream.aspx?id=/Graphics/2023%20Graphics%20Projects/323009%20-%20Phoenix%2074/Public%20Mtg%2011302023/Phx%2074%20Fly%20Around.mp4&referrer=StreamWebApp.Web&referrerScenario=AddressBarCopied.view" target="_blank">designs </a>from Pearlman Architects and the relocation of the Buresa Trailhead. Because the City of Phoenix already owns the land through the Parks and Recreation Department, the project will be fast tracked. But not to fear, the trailhead is not closing and not going far! The relocation of the Buresa Trailhead will be moved less than ¼ of a mile to the west.<br><br>Located on the northwest corner of 19th Avenue and Chandler Boulevard, this will allow for both the enjoyment of the beautiful Phoenix trail and the building of a new 13,250 square foot state of the art fire station. <br><br>Built with sustainability in mind, the future Phoenix Fire Station 74 has been designed per the City of Phoenix building design standards and current adopted building codes. It will incorporate environmental design principals similar to LEED to reduce energy consumption and water preservation.<br><br>The station will be single story and include three bays to house a fire engine and medical rescue. It will also include thirteen unisex dorms for firefighters to operate 24/7, 365 days a year. <br><br>When completed, the Ahwatukee community will have a total of four fire stations with four engine companies, one ladder company, three rescue companies. The city will hire and train 24 new Phoenix firefighters to provide staffing for three shifts and the necessary relief rate. The daily staffing will be six people total, including four on the engine and two on the rescue. <br><br></p> <p>Construction is set for early 2024 with the goal of completing the station by 2025 to begin operations. ​<br><br></p> </html></div>https://www.phoenix.gov/fireNews
A Festive Thank You from America’s Friendliest Airport; 12 Days of Gratitude Arrives December 4https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/aviation/2942Aviation11/27/2023 11:00:00 PMhttps://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/2942/12 Days of Gratitude 2022.JPGA Festive Thank You from America’s Friendliest Airport; 12 Days of Gratitude Arrives December 4<div class="ExternalClass4DA15284B9434BE59CAE0E6D092C2E37"><html> <p> <span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:10pt;">​​Throughout America's Friendliest Airport,® the signs of the holiday season are emerging as the festive decorations adorn the terminals. The spirit of the season is also in full swing as Airport staff is hard at work getting th</span> <span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:10pt;">e airport ready for the second annual 12 Days of Gratitude customer appreciation event.</span> <br> </p> <p>12 Days of Gratitude will commence Dec. 4 and run through Dec. 15. During this time, a variety of activities will take place that will provide Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport with the opportunity to show gratitude to customers while also giving travelers the opportunity to show their appreciation. <br></p> <p>Over the course of the 12 days, customers will find activities taking place both pre-and post-security in both terminals. Passengers will have the opportunity to win prizes, take their photos with the Airport's mascot Amelia the Airplane and Navigator Buddies, participate in art activities, write notes of gratitude, and even show off their airport trivia knowledge for prizes. <br></p> <p>Passengers should also keep an eye out for the PHX Polar Prize Patrol handing out PHX travel items and goodies to lucky passengers. Additionally, throughout the 12 days, airport staff and the PHX Navigators will be handing out chocolate coins and thank you cards to passengers.<br><br></p> <p style="text-align:center;"> <span style="text-decoration:underline;"> <strong>12 Days of Gratitude schedule of events:</strong> </span> </p> <p style="text-align:left;"> <span style="text-decoration:underline;"> <strong>All Day Events Being Held Daily</strong> </span> </p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc;"> <li style="text-align:left;">Grab a USO Gratitude Card from any of our Information Counters and tell an active military servicemember thank you. </li> <li>Look for our Navigators in the purple jackets for a chocolate treat. </li> <li>PHX Polar Prize Patrol will be looking for passengers to surprise with giveaways.</li> </ul> <p> <strong style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:10pt;">Monday, December 4 – Terminal 4</strong> </p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc;"> <li>9:00 – 11:30 a.m. </li> <ul style="list-style-type:circle;"> <li>Take pictures with America's Friendliest Airport's® favorite mascot, Amelia the Airplane post-security near the A gates. </li> <li>Come win with us. Look for our table and prize wheel to win PHX prizes post-security near the A gates. </li> <li>A fun collaborative art activity hosted by the PHX Airport Museum outside of the Gallery on Level 3, pre-security, near the east entrance to the PHX Sky Train<sup>®</sup>.</li> </ul> </ul> <p> <strong>Tuesday, December 5 – Terminal 3 </strong> </p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc;"> <li>1:00 – 3:30 p.m. </li> <ul style="list-style-type:circle;"> <li>Take pictures with America's Friendliest Airport's® favorite mascot, Amelia the Airplane on Level 4 near the Starbucks in the post-security lobby area.</li> <li>Come win with us. Look for our table and prize wheel to win PHX prizes post-security on Level 4 near the Info Desk. </li> <li>Join our PHX Museum team for 2-minute Museum Tours at the Terminal 3 Museum Gallery, post-security on Level 4.  </li> </ul> </ul> <p> <strong>Wednesday, December 6 – Terminal 4</strong> </p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc;"> <li>3:00 – 5:00 p.m. </li> <ul style="list-style-type:circle;"> <li>Take pictures with America's Friendliest Airport's® favorite mascot, Amelia the Airplane post-security near the C gates. </li> <li>Come win with us. Look for our table and prize wheel to win PHX prizes post-security near the C gates. </li> <li>A fun collaborative art activity hosted by the PHX Airport Museum outside of the Gallery on Level 3, pre-security, near the east entrance to the PHX Sky Train<sup>®</sup>.</li> </ul> </ul> <p> <strong>Thursday, December 7 – Terminal 4</strong> </p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc;"> <li>9:00 – 11:00 a.m. </li> <ul style="list-style-type:circle;"> <li>Join us for Traveling Tunes with the festive sounds of the Elle Sloan Experience near the Food Court on Level 3. </li> </ul> <li>9:30 – 11:30 a.m. </li> <ul style="list-style-type:circle;"> <li>Take pictures with America's Friendliest Airport's® favorite mascot, Amelia the Airplane pre-security outside the Museum Gallery near the east entrance to the PHX Sky Train<sup>®</sup>.</li> <li>Come win with us. Look for our table and prize wheel to win PHX prizes outside the Museum Gallery near the east entrance to the PHX Sky Train<sup>®</sup>.</li> <li>A fun collaborative art activity hosted by the PHX Airport Museum outside of the Gallery on Level 3, pre-security, near the east entrance to the PHX Sky Train<sup>®</sup>.</li> </ul> </ul> <p> <strong>Friday, December 8 – Terminal 3 </strong> </p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc;"> <li>9:30 – 11:30 a.m. </li> <ul style="list-style-type:circle;"> <li>Take pictures with America's Friendliest Airport's® favorite mascot, Amelia the Airplane on Level 4 near the Starbucks in the post-security lobby area.</li> <li>Come win with us. Look for our table and prize wheel to win PHX prizes post-security on Level 4 near the Info Desk. </li> <li>Join our PHX Museum team for 2-minute Museum Tours at the Terminal 3 Museum Gallery, post-security on Level 4.  </li> </ul> </ul> <p> <strong>Saturday, December 9 and Sunday, December 10 – Both Terminals</strong> </p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc;"> <li>All Day</li> </ul> <ul style="list-style-type:disc;"> <ul style="list-style-type:circle;"> <li>Grab a USO Gratitude Card from any of our Information Counters and tell an active military servicemember thank you. </li> <li>Look for our Navigators in the purple jackets for a chocolate treat. </li> <li>PHX Polar Prize Patrol will be looking for passengers to surprise with giveaways.</li> </ul> </ul> <p> <strong>Monday, December 11 – Terminal 4</strong> </p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc;"> <li>9:30 – 11:30 a.m. </li> <ul style="list-style-type:circle;"> <li>Take pictures with America's Friendliest Airport's® favorite mascot, Amelia the Airplane post-security near the C gates. </li> <li>Come win with us. Look for our table and prize wheel to win PHX prizes post-security near the C gates. </li> <li>A fun collaborative art activity hosted by the PHX Airport Museum outside of the Gallery on Level 3, pre-security, near the east entrance to the PHX Sky Train<sup>®</sup>.</li> </ul> </ul> <p> <strong>Tuesday, December 12 – Terminal 3</strong> </p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc;"> <li>3:00 – 5:00 p.m. </li> <ul style="list-style-type:circle;"> <li>Take pictures with America's Friendliest Airport's® favorite mascot, Amelia the Airplane on Level 4 near the Starbucks in the post-security lobby area.</li> <li>Come win with us. Look for our table and prize wheel to win PHX prizes post-security on Level 4 near the Info Desk. </li> <li>Join our PHX Museum team for 2-minute Museum Tours at the Terminal 3 Museum Gallery, post-security on Level 4.  </li> </ul> </ul> <p> <strong>Wednesday, December 13 – Terminal 4</strong> </p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc;"> <li>9:30 – 11:30 a.m. </li> <ul style="list-style-type:circle;"> <li>Take pictures with America's Friendliest Airport's® favorite mascot, Amelia the Airplane post-security near the A gates. </li> <li>Come win with us. Look for our table and prize wheel to win PHX prizes post-security near the A gates. </li> <li>A fun collaborative art activity hosted by the PHX Airport Museum outside of the Gallery on Level 3, pre-security, near the east entrance to the PHX Sky Train<sup>®</sup>.</li> </ul> </ul> <p> <strong>Thursday, December 14 – Terminal 3 </strong> </p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc;"> <li>9:30 – 11:30 a.m. </li> <ul style="list-style-type:circle;"> <li>Take pictures with America's Friendliest Airport's® favorite mascot, Amelia the Airplane on Level 4 near the Starbucks in the post-security lobby area.</li> <li>Come win with us. Look for our table and prize wheel to win PHX prizes post-security on Level 4 near the Info Desk. </li> <li>Join our PHX Museum team for 2-minute Museum Tours at the Terminal 3 Museum Gallery, post-security on Level 4.  </li> </ul> <li>11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. </li> <ul style="list-style-type:circle;"> <li>Join us for Traveling Tunes with the festive sounds of the Fountain Hills Saxophone Quartet pre-security on Level 3 in the arrivals lobby. </li> </ul> </ul> <p> <strong>Friday, December 15 – Terminal 3</strong> </p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc;"> <li>9:30 – 11:30 a.m. </li> <ul style="list-style-type:circle;"> <li>Take pictures with America's Friendliest Airport's® favorite mascot, Amelia the Airplane on Level 4 near the Starbucks in the post-security lobby area.</li> <li>Come win with us. Look for our table and prize wheel to win PHX prizes post-security on Level 4 near the Info Desk. </li> <li>Join our PHX Museum team for 2-minute Museum Tours at the Terminal 3 Museum Gallery, post-security on Level 4.  </li> </ul> </ul> <p>Travelers should use the hashtag #12DaysofGratitude and tag @PHXSkyHarbor as they participate in activities for the opportunity to win additional prizes. Be sure to check the Airport's social media channels for the latest #12DaysofGratitude news and highlights. Information is also available at <a href="https://www.skyharbor.com/12daysofgratitude" target="_blank">https://www.skyharbor.com/12daysofgratitude</a>.</p> <p>​ <br></p> </html></div>https://www.phoenix.gov/aviationNews
2024 Arizona MLK Living the Dream Honorees Announcedhttps://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/equal-opportunity/440Equal Opportunity11/23/2023 6:30:00 PMhttps://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/440/Newsroom_EOD_007.jpg2024 Arizona MLK Living the Dream Honorees Announced<div class="ExternalClassE508AC5A06144280B2D61BECDE1FD8EC"><html> <p>​<strong>Celebrate and Honor Community Champions</strong><br></p><p>Celebrate the Arizona Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. holiday at the 38<sup>th</sup> Annual Arizona MLK Awards Breakfast “I Still Believe in the Dream", on Friday, Jan. 12, 2024, at the Phoenix Convention Center, South Ballroom (33 S. 3<sup>rd</sup> St, Phoenix 85004). This annual event honors the winners of the Phoenix Human Relations Commission's Calvin C. Goode - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. “Lifetime Achievement Award" and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. “Living the Dream" Awards. </p><p>The 2024 Honorees are:</p><p><strong>Calvin C. Goode - MLK “Lifetime Achievement Award"​</strong><br></p><ul><li>Mr. Dennis Prince, Sr.           <br></li></ul><strong>MLK “Living the Dream" Award</strong><br><ul><li>Pastor Aubrey L. Barnwell</li><li>Mr. Kenny W. Harris</li><li>Mr. Jalen Herring</li><li>Mr. Essen Otu</li><li>Honorable Leah Landrum Taylor</li></ul><p></p><p>The program begins at 8:00 a.m., with registration/check-in beginning at 7:00 a.m. and ballroom doors opening at 7:30 a.m.</p><p>The 2024 Title Sponsor is Amazon, and the Presenting Sponsors are PetSmart and Verizon. The event is hosted by the Arizona Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Committee, the City of Phoenix, and the Phoenix Human Relations Commission</p><p>Sponsorship and event ticket information is available at (602) 513-8311. For updates and information about the event, visit: <a target="_blank" href="https://arizonamlk.wixsite.com/azmlkorg">azmlk.org​</a>.  <br></p> <span id="ms-rterangepaste-end" aria-hidden="true"></span></html></div>https://www.phoenix.gov/eodNews

 

 

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2023 Electric Light Paradehttps://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/AdBox/DispForm.aspx?ID=21https://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/AdBox/Attachments/21/S378.jpg2023 Electric Light Parade<div class="ExternalClassC2FCBE6EAB57469CABC0E38E6BFB7DC4"><html> <p>​<span style="font-size:14.6667px;">On Sat, Dec. 2 celebrate the joy of the holiday season at the 2023 Electric Light Parade starting at 7 p.m.</span></p> </html></div>Newshttps://www.phoenix.gov/parks/elp11/9/2023 5:45:18 PM12/3/2023 5:45:18 PM

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