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Pueblo Grande Museum Changing Name to “S’edav Va’aki Museum” https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/sedav-vaaki-museum/2705S’edav Va’aki Museum3/24/2023 3:00:00 PMhttps://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/2705/Sedav Vaaki Museum Front.jpgPueblo Grande Museum Changing Name to “S’edav Va’aki Museum” <div class="ExternalClass92E83DB154B84FB1AADCA3B5EFCAAEEB"><html> <p>​During a Phoenix Parks and Recreation Board Meeting on Thursday, March 23, 2023, the board voted unanimously to change the name of Pueblo Grande Museum and Archaeological Park to “S'e<span style="text-decoration:underline;">d</span>av Va'aki Museum."</p> <p>The name S'e<span style="text-decoration:underline;">d</span>av Va'aki (Salt River Pima – Maricopa Indian Community spelling) or Central Vahki (English spelling) is an O'Odham name that reflects the connection the site has with the local O'Odham and Piipaash communities. S'e<span style="text-decoration:underline;">d</span>av Va'aki refers to the large platform mound (Va'aki) that is preserved at the site, and the central location of this ancestral village within the Salt River Valley and to the extensive canal system created by these exceptional engineers before Euro-Americans moved into the region.</p> <p>The Parks and Recreation Board also approved the use of the marketing tagline, “Gateway to Phoenix Heritage."</p> <p>“Renaming the Pueblo Grande Museum to the S'e<span style="text-decoration:underline;">d</span>av Va'aki Museum could not come at a better time as our city celebrates Phoenix History Month. The name change reflects our commitment to honoring the Indigenous people who helped build our community thousands of years ago. I look forward to the continued educational impact this museum will have on all Phoenicians," said Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego.</p> <p>“S'e<span style="text-decoration:underline;">d</span>av Va'aki Museum will continue to be an amazing resource for Phoenix history," District 8 Councilmember Carlos Garcia said. “We must ensure that our local institutions are reflecting the diversity of our area and taking steps to recognize and celebrate all cultures."</p> <p>“This is an important step for our City," said Kelly Dalton, Chair of the Parks and Recreation Board. "This new name reflects our commitment to honoring those who have shaped our culture and history."  </p> <p>“Words and titles matter. This name change will help to have a greater and more direct impact on how this significant ancestral site is interpreted," said Shane Anton, Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community Tribal Historic Preservation Officer.</p> <p>The previous name, Pueblo Grande, is defined in the Spanish language and denotes the site as a “pueblo," which is not how the O'Odham would describe their villages or habitation sites. </p> <p>The museum exists to preserve and help interpret the site and the ancestral occupation and to bring attention to living indigenous communities. Located on a site with one of the few remaining platform mounds (Va'aki) differentiates the museum from other museums in Phoenix. Rebranding the museum with an appropriate O'Odham name will better serve museum audiences. This change will elevate the museum's profile and increase interest in the site.</p> <p>Throughout summer and fall, the museum will gradually begin transitioning signage throughout the museum and on the website. </p> <p>In fall of 2023, the new S'e<span style="text-decoration:underline;">d</span>av Va'aki Museum will unveil its new logo during a “reopening" event.</p> <p>The Parks and Recreation Department acknowledges the City of Phoenix is located within Native Land. Read the department's commitment to respecting Ancestral Indigenous Communities in our Land Acknowledgement Statement on <a href="file:///C:/Users/082377/Desktop/phoenix.gov/parks" target="_blank">phoenix.gov/parks</a>. <br></p><p>Pronunciation guide:<br></p><ul><li><strong>S'e</strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><strong>d</strong></span><strong>av </strong>pronounced suh-UH-dahf</li><li><strong>Va'aki </strong>pronounced VAH-ah-kee</li><li><strong>O'Odham</strong> pronounced awe-THUMB</li><li><strong style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:10pt;">Piipaash</strong><span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:10pt;"> pronounced pee-POSH</span><span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:10pt;">​</span></li></ul><p><br></p> </html></div>https://www.phoenix.gov/parks/arts-culture-history/sedav-vaakiNewssedav-vaaki-museumS'edav Va'aki Museum SVMS’edav Va’aki Museum, Name Change, Archaeological Park, Historic Preservation, National Historic Landmark, Indigenous Cultures, Native American, AZ Museums, AZ History, History, Archaeology, DTPHX, Phoenix Point of Pride, My PHX, My Phoenix, ArizonaAdam Waltz602-781-1334602-534-6648adam.waltz@phoenix.govSedavVaaki

 

 

Give Your Input 2025-2029 Grant Planning Processhttps://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/neighborhood-services/3347Neighborhood Services2/10/2025 10:00:00 PMhttps://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/3347/City of Phoenix Skyline.pngGive Your Input 2025-2029 Grant Planning Process<div class="ExternalClass9EF94216431645ACA2E3AAB5AE174A20"><html> <p>​​Every five years, the city of Phoenix develops a Consolidated Plan to submit to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).<br></p> <p>The Consolidated Plan is a comprehensive plan for affordable housing and community development created from an assessment of the community needs and market conditions. The consolidated planning process serves as the framework for a community-wide dialogue to identify housing and community development priorities that align and focus funding from the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investme​​nt Partnership, Housing Opportunities for Persons with HIV/AIDS (HOPWA), and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) programs.</p> <p>"We are asking the community to participate in the planning process by attending community meetings and providing feedback on proposed goals. Don't miss this opportunity to be involved in the City's 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan process," Neighborhood Services Department Director Spencer Self said. <br></p> <p>The Your City, Your Voice: Improving Your Community Over the Next 5 Years series of community meetings will be held across Phoenix to explain the grant funding sources and to give residents content to help voice their goals through a public survey. To learn more, visit <a target="_blank" href="/nsd/yourvoice"><strong>phoenix.gov/YourVoice</strong> </a>for future updates.<br></p> </html></div>https://www.phoenix.gov/nsdNews
City of Phoenix Appoints New Chief Information Security Officer https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/information-technology-services/3346Information Technology Services2/7/2025 3:00:00 PMhttps://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/3346/phoenix ciso mitch kohlbecker.pngCity of Phoenix Appoints New Chief Information Security Officer <div class="ExternalClassF20B958434264427AB625C9597771947"><html> The City of Phoenix and Information Technology Services Department are pleased to announce the appointment of Mitch Kohlbecker as the City’s Chief Information Security Officer (CISO).   <br><br> <div></div> <div>For nearly five years, Kohlbecker has dedicated his time to serving the City of Phoenix as the deputy chief information security officer, and his efforts significantly strengthened the city’s security office. He drove critical advancements in Architecture, Engineering, Risk Management and Compliance, greatly improving the organization's security posture. </div> <div> <br> </div> <div>Prior to joining the City, Kohlbecker served over two decades in leadership as a Chief Information Security Officer and Senior Director in various organizations across a range of industries, including education, government, non-profit, and Fortune-listed companies. </div> <div> <br> </div> <div>“I look forward to my continued work in securing the City and its assets and data on behalf of our constituents,” said Kohlbecker. “Cybersecurity is a critical component of the overall health of City operations, and I'm eager to work with my colleagues to help foster a culture of business innovation and enhancement, done securely.“ </div><div><br></div><div>As CISO, Kohlbecker’s goal will be to balance the City’s business needs with the essential task of safeguarding the City's assets and resident information. His view is that effective security and business alignment are not mutually exclusive but complementary pursuits that drive overall organizational success.<br></div><div></div> </html></div>https://www.phoenix.gov/itsNews
City of Phoenix Appoints Maxwell Wilson as Water Resources Management Advisorhttps://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/city-manager/3344City Manager2/6/2025 9:52:00 PMhttps://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/3344/Newsroom_MaxwellWilson_no_text.pngCity of Phoenix Appoints Maxwell Wilson as Water Resources Management Advisor<div class="ExternalClass4588D46998364DD4B6320C61C23EB245"><html> <p>​The City of Phoenix has named Dr. Maxwell Wilson as its new Water Resources Management Advisor, effective February 3, 2025. Wilson, who has served as Deputy Water Services Director for the Water Planning Division, steps into the role following the retirement of Cynthia Campbell, a highly regarded expert in Arizona water policy.<br></p> <p>With more than a decade of experience in water resource management, conservation, and policy development, Wilson has been a driving force behind Phoenix’s efforts to ensure a sustainable water future. Since joining the Phoenix Water Services Department in 2021, he has played a pivotal role in expanding conservation initiatives, implementing innovative water efficiency programs, and strengthening partnerships with local, state, and federal agencies.<br></p> <p>"Phoenix has a strong history of responsible water use. Our growing, thriving City needs someone with the experience and talent Max brings to the role. It is crucial to meeting the needs of our residents, businesses, and future generations," said City Manager Jeff Barton. "I am confident he will be a strong leader as we navigate the complexities of water management and continue providing safe, reliable water to our community."<br></p> <p>As Deputy Water Services Director, Wilson oversaw water resource planning, infrastructure records services, and conservation programs. Under his leadership, Phoenix advanced initiatives such as Advanced Water Purification, financial incentive programs for homeowners, and new conservation strategies aimed at mitigating the impacts of ongoing drought conditions. His expertise in long-term water planning has helped position Phoenix as a national leader in sustainable water management.<br></p> <p>In his new role, Wilson will advise the City Manager, Mayor, and City Council on critical water policy matters, represent Phoenix in high-level discussions with state and federal agencies, and continue to drive policies that ensure the city’s water security amid ongoing climate challenges.<br></p> <p>"Phoenix’s commitment to water sustainability has been built on a legacy of forward-thinking policies and strategic planning," said Wilson. "I’m honored to step into this role and continue working with our community, policymakers, and industry leaders to secure a resilient water future for Phoenix."<br></p> <p>Wilson holds a Ph.D. in Biology and has dedicated his career to addressing the water challenges in the Southwest and around the world. His appointment underscores the City of Phoenix’s ongoing commitment to proactive water management, innovation, and long-term sustainability.<br></p> <p>He succeeds Cynthia Campbell, who served as Water Resources Management Advisor since 2011. During her tenure, Campbell played a key role in securing Phoenix’s long-term water supplies, developing drought management strategies, and leading the city's participation in major conservation agreements.<br></p> <p><b>About City of Phoenix Water Services Department</b><br></p> <p>The City of Phoenix Water Services Department is dedicated to providing high-quality, reliable, and sustainable water services to the residents, businesses, and visitors of Phoenix. With a commitment to water conservation, innovation, and long-term planning, the department ensures a secure and resilient water supply for future generations. For more information, visit <a href="/waterservices" target="_blank"><strong>phoenix.gov/water.</strong></a><br></p> <p>Media Contacts:<br></p> <p>Michael Gertzman<br><span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:10pt;">Sr. Public Information Officer<br></span><span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:10pt;">Water Services<br></span><span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:10pt;">602-534-1209 <br></span><span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:10pt;"><a href="mailto:michael.gertzman@phoenix.gov" target="_blank"><strong>michael.gertzman@phoenix.gov</strong></a></span></p> <p></p> <p>Jimena Garrison<br><span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:10pt;">Public Information Officer<br></span><span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:10pt;">Water Services<br></span><span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:10pt;">480-390-1933<br></span><span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:10pt;"><a href="mailto:jimena.garrison@phoenix.gov" target="_blank"><strong>jimena.garrison@phoenix.gov</strong></a></span></p> <p>​</p> </html></div>https://www.phoenix.gov/citymanagerNews

 

 

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