| Know Before You Go: APS Electric Light Parade | https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/parks-and-recreation/3294 | Parks and Recreation | | 12/6/2024 12:00:00 AM | https://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/3294/Newsroom Image (3).png | | Know Before You Go: APS Electric Light Parade | <div class="ExternalClass8C138E26EFFF4074840C42FD51699F3C"><html>
<div></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:17.3333px;">The lights and sounds of the annual APS Electric Light Parade are returning this holiday season! Arizona Public Service (APS) and the City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department would like to invite you to join us for a night of community and celebration. Entrants will interpret the theme of "Let Every Holiday Shine” and are sure to light up the streets of central Phoenix on Saturday, Dec. 7, with their visually stunning displays!</span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><br></span></div><h3><span style="font-size:17.3333px;">Know Before You Go</span></h3><p><strong style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:17.3333px;">Street Closures</strong></p><div></div><div><span style="font-size:17.3333px;">Road closures and restrictions affect all parade areas hours before the event; come early and expect delays. The following roads are closed from 5- 11:00 p.m. <br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:17.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:17.3333px;">Central Ave: From Camelback to Bethany Home Road<br style=""></span></div><div><span style="font-size:17.3333px;">7th Street: From Indian School to Osborn Road<br style=""></span></div><div><span style="font-size:17.3333px;">Camelback Road: 1st Avenue to 7th Street<br style=""></span></div><div><span style="font-size:17.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:17.3333px;"><span id="ms-rterangepaste-start"></span><strong style="color:windowtext;background-color:window;">Parade Route</strong><span id="ms-rterangepaste-end"></span><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:17.3333px;">The 2.3 mi. parade route starts at Central Ave. and Montebello Ave., travels south to Central Ave. and Camelback Rd., heads east along Camelback Rd. to 7th St., and continues south along 7th St. to its conclusion at Indian School Rd. </span></div><div><span style="font-size:17.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:17.3333px;">The first parade will begin at <strong>7 p.m.</strong> and take approximately 60 minutes to reach the end. It is strongly recommended that attendees arrive several hours in advance of the start of the parade to secure a viewing location.</span></div><div><span style="font-size:17.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:17.3333px;"><strong style="">Arrival/Parking</strong></span></div><div><span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:17.3333px;">Parking is available on City streets around the parade route and is on a first-come, first-served basis. Private lots near the parade area often offer parking for a fee.<br></span></div><div><span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:17.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:17.3333px;">Consider taking Valley Metro Light Rail to the event to avoid traffic congestion. The parade route runs near the Light Rail stop at Central Ave., just south of Camelback Rd.</span></div><div><span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:17.3333px;"><br></span></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div><span style="font-size:17.3333px;"><strong style="">Reminders & Helpful Tips</strong></span></div><div><ul><li><span style="font-size:17.3333px;"><span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;"></span><span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;">The parade is a </span><span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;text-decoration-line:underline;">rain or shine event</span><span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;">. </span><span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;">Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-size:17.3333px;">Spectators often start arriving hours prior to parade time to reserve <span style="color:windowtext;background-color:window;">a spot; arrive early for the best view!</span></span></li><li><span style="color:windowtext;background-color:window;font-size:17.3333px;">Spectators are encouraged to bring blankets and chairs for seating.</span></li><li><span style="font-size:17.3333px;">Coolers are permitted, but alcoho<span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;">l and glass containe</span><span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;">rs are prohibited.</span></span></li></ul></div><div></div><div><span style="font-size:17.3333px;"><strong style="">Parade Broadcast</strong></span></div><div><span style="font-size:17.3333px;">Can't attend the parade in person? ABC15 will broadcast the parade live and will stream the event on the following dates: </span></div><div><span style="font-size:17.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:17.3333px;">Facebook Live: ABC15 will air the parade on Facebook Live on December 7.</span></div><div></div><div><span style="font-size:17.3333px;">Sunday, December 15 on ABC15 from 4-5 p.m.</span></div><div><span style="font-size:17.3333px;">Wednesday, December 25 on ABC15 from 9-10 a.m. </span></div><div><span style="font-size:17.3333px;">Wednesday, December 25 on Arizona61 from 12-1 p.m. </span></div><div><span style="font-size:17.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:17.3333px;">PHXTV will air the parade throughout the month of December on Channel 11.</span></div><div><span style="font-size:17.3333px;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-size:13.3333px;"><span style="font-size:17.3333px;">The parade will be available for view on the APS Electric Light Parade website: </span><a href="https://phoenix.gov/elp" target="_blank"><span style="font-size:17.3333px;">phoenix.gov/elp</span></a>.</span></div><p><br></p>
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| City of Phoenix Offers Up to $3,000 in Incentive Pay to Certified Aquatics Staff | https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/parks-and-recreation/3293 | Parks and Recreation | | 11/26/2024 3:00:00 PM | https://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/3293/Lifeguards-Cover.png | | City of Phoenix Offers Up to $3,000 in Incentive Pay to Certified Aquatics Staff | <div class="ExternalClassFD9760EE02D546DD9C13B2AEE2984866"><html>
<p><span style="font-size:14.6667px;">The Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department is offering up to <strong>$3,000</strong> in incentive pay for certified aquatics staff. The department needs to hire pool managers, assistant managers and hundreds of lifeguards ahead of the 2025 pool season to safely open as many of the City's 29 public pools as possible.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.6667px;">Eligible certified managers and assistant managers will receive a total $3,000 in incentive pay; while eligible certified swim instructors will receive a total of $2,000, eligible certified lifeguards will receive a total of $1,500 and eligible certified shallow water lifeguards will receive a total of $1,000. Managers and Assistant managers will receive $500 on the first paycheck in June, and the remaining incentive as a one-time payment at the end of the 2025 pool season, while all lifeguard positions will receive $250 on the first paycheck in June with the remainder at the end of the 2025 pools season. </span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.6667px;">To receive the pay, a person must become certified as a lifeguard, work the entire summer, work a minimum of three days in August and finish in good standing. The department is also offering a $250 employee referral payment.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.6667px;">Lifeguard interviews will be held on <strong>Saturday, March 22, 2025</strong>.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.6667px;">Returning for the third year, the department is offering a 'Shallow Water Lifeguard' position. Shallow-water lifeguards will guard four feet of water and under.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.6667px;">The incentive pay reimburses individuals for the cost and time spent obtaining the lifeguard certification and compensates them for the skill sets needed to keep our community safe. The hourly rates per position, are listed below:</span></p><ul style="" class="" dir=""><li><span style="font-size:14.6667px;">Pool Managers: $23.74/hour or $26.18/hour</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14.6667px;">Assistant Pool Managers: $21.54/hour</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14.6667px;">Swim Lesson Instructor: $19.54/hour</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14.6667px;">Lifeguards: $17.72/hour</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14.6667px;">Shallow Water Lifeguard: $16.88/hour</span></li></ul><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><span style="font-size:14.6667px;">Get certified now so you are ready to interview on March 22, 2025! Certification classes have already begun and are available for registration at multiple locations through March. Lifeguards must complete the necessary training during the scheduled class times.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.6667px;"><strong>Benefits of being a certified lifeguard:</strong></span></p><ol style="" class="" dir=""><li><span style="font-size:14.6667px;">$1,500 incentive pay</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14.6667px;">$17.72 an hour base pay</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14.6667px;">Learn lifesaving skills</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14.6667px;">4. Work in your neighborhood</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14.6667px;">Keep your community safe and be a role model for kids</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14.6667px;">Looks great on a college application or resume, demonstrates teamwork, responsibility, and leadership skills</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14.6667px;">Meet other dedicated people</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14.6667px;">Flexible summer shifts, ideal for students</span></li><li><span style="font-size:14.6667px;">Have fun!</span></li></ol><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><span style="font-size:14.6667px;">StarGuard Training for lifeguard certification is required to become a lifeguard with the City of Phoenix. Those interested in becoming a lifeguard should register for a certification class right away. Applicants must be at least 15 years old. </span></p><p><span style="font-size:14.6667px;">Learn more about becoming a Phoenix Lifeguard at <a href="https://phoenix.gov/lifeguard" target="_blank">phoenix.gov/lifeguard</a>. </span></p>
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