| Distinguished Budget Presentation Award | 261 | Distinguished Budget Presentation Award | 2021-05-13T07:00:00Z | <p>Government Finance Officers Association <span style="font-size:13px;">Distinguished Budget Presentation Award</span> presented to City of Phoenix, Arizona for the Fiscal year beginning July 1, 2020.<br></p> |
| Director of Aviation Services James E. Bennett Receives 2019 Gabe Zimmerman Public Service Award | 256 | Director of Aviation Services James E. Bennett Receives 2019 Gabe Zimmerman Public Service Award | 2019-09-19T07:00:00Z | <p>Director of Aviation Services James E. Bennett is one of four recipients of the 2019 Gabe Zimmerman Public Service award, which is given to outstanding non-elected public servants. He was honored in the Community Builder Award category, which recognizes leaders who advance community pride and transform their community through a variety of efforts including job creation and training, volunteerism and philanthropy, educational advancement and more.</p> |
| James E. Bennett Receives 2019 Excellence in Visionary Leader Award | 259 | James E. Bennett Receives 2019 Excellence in Visionary Leader Award | 2019-09-16T07:00:00Z | <p>Director of Aviation Services for the City of Phoenix James E. Bennett received this year’s Excellence in Visionary Leader Award, which was announced during the 2019 ACI-NA Annual Conference and Exhibition in Tampa, FL. The Excellence in Visionary Leadership Award recognizes those who exhibit extraordinary leadership of an airport and CEO’s who exemplify nine core competencies including relationship management, global and cultural effectiveness, business acumen, and more.<br></p> |
| Phoenix Receives 2 National Communications Awards | 248 | Phoenix Receives 2 National Communications Awards | 2019-09-06T07:00:00Z | <p>At the September 5, 2019 3CMA Conference (<em>City-County Communications & Marketing Association) </em>in Denver, the city of Phoenix was recognized with two awards for communications and marketing work at the 2019 Savvy Awards ceremony There were more than 700 entries from local government organizations around the country and only 72 first, second and third-place awards.</p><p>
<strong>Silver Circle Award:</strong> Social Media Best Campaign Use (Population 200k+) -- PHX Summer Safety - City of Phoenix, AZ
<br>"Coordinating one unified message from the City was a very smart idea to maximize the exposure for this campaign. The way social media was used to target audiences and amplify the message promoted through other forms of communication worked very well. Good effort to get everyone to work together on one campaign instead of multiple messaging strategies. The graphics are great and making them available to everyone, including the media was a good plan. Your application is very thorough and it looks like you nailed all of your objectives. Your website and all of its resources is outstanding. This is a well done campaign. This strategy is well-built and well-executed. The level of detail, number of graphics and options for sharing create ease for media, constituents and government to rebrand a tried and true message and bring awareness to a very populated city."</p><p>
<strong>Award of Excellence:</strong> Issue-Specific Website -- PHX Downtown Arena Information Website -- City of Phoenix, AZ
<br>"Well done! This was a very interesting entry. I definitely attribute the 6-2 approval of the arena agreement with this initiative. The data and numbers provided proves that you reached a fair amount of your audience. A clear and comprehensive presentation of information. Congratulations on your work to educate, inform and engage the public on the project and for answering the "why is it necessary" question from many different angles -- in the residents' own words, too. A showcase of governmental transparency and efficiency -- all ramped up in record speed!" </p><p>
<strong>About 3CMA</strong></p><p>The City-County Communications & Marketing Association is the nation’s premiere network of local government communicators. The organization was founded in 1988 on the philosophy that communications and marketing are essential to helping governments engage and build stronger relationships with their residents. Effective public communicators are vital to local government success, linking residents to the essential information they need to access services and be part of the democratic process. They play a key role in cultivating a shared vision for the community.
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| Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport Board of Directors Receives 2019 Leader of the Year | 258 | Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport Board of Directors Receives 2019 Leader of the Year | 2019-08-13T07:00:00Z | <p>The Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport Board of Directors were received the
Arizona Capitol Times 2019 Leader of the Year in the Public for the
Transportation Category. The Board of Directors members include Queen Creek
Mayor Gail Barney, Mesa Mayor John Giles, Gilbert Councilman Jordan Ray, Apache
Junction Mayor Jeff Serdy, Gila River Indian Community Lt. Governor Robert Stone, Phoenix Councilwoman
Thelda Williams, and Scott Smith, Valley Metro.</p> |
| Phoenix Sky Harbor: 20 Years Best of the Valley Awards | 257 | Phoenix Sky Harbor: 20 Years Best of the Valley Awards | 2019-08-01T07:00:00Z | <p>Phoenix Magazine recognized Phoenix Sky Harbor in its 20 Years Best of the Valley Awards. Best of the Valley Market—located in Terminal 3—won under the Shopping and Services category for Best Airport Store for its inventory of local goodies. </p> |
| Phoenix Sky Harbor with a 2018 Excellence Award for Airport Training | 255 | Phoenix Sky Harbor with a 2018 Excellence Award for Airport Training | 2019-07-18T07:00:00Z | <p>Digicast has awarded Phoenix Sky Harbor with a 2018 Excellence Award for Airport Training. Sky Harbor has received this award every year since 2008. The requirements to achieve the award, for a large hub airport, are to watch a minimum of 1,000 programs in a year and have a minimum of 20 active users. In 2018, the City of Phoenix Aviation Department watched 1,161 programs. In 2019, Sky Harbor and general aviation airports have watched 564 programs and have 809 registered users.</p> |
| Phoenix Summer Safety Campaign Receives Award of Excellence from Public Relations Society of America | 249 | Phoenix Summer Safety Campaign Receives Award of Excellence from Public Relations Society of America | 2019-06-07T07:00:00Z | <p>The city of Phoenix received a Silver Anvil Award of Excellence for the 2018 Phoenix Summer Safety Campaign from the Public Relations Soceity of America (PRSA), in the category of Content Marketing (Associations/Government/Nonprofit Organizations). The winners were announced June 6, 2019 at the Edison Ballroom in New York City.<br><br>Since 1944, the Silver Anvil – which symbolizes the forging of public opinion – has been annually awarded to organizations that have successfully addressed contemporary issues with exemplary professional skill, creativity and resourcefulness.<br><br>
Silver Anvil Awards recognize complete programs that incorporate sound insights and analysis, planning, execution and evaluation. They must meet the highest standards of performance in the profession. Silver Anvil Awards recognize outstanding strategic public relations programs. They are awarded in 18 categories and various subcategories.</p><p>Some of the judges comments included "Great content that was shared to accommodate a variety of audiences. The audiences were apparent, and objectives were clearly stated. Clearly a lot of thought went into the approach and consolidation of the message is a great idea. Excellent use of a variety of tools and resources to further your message. Very comprehensive. The message was consistent across platforms and well-executed."</p> |
| Phoenix Sky Harbor made Food Network’s Best Airport Restaurants | 254 | Phoenix Sky Harbor made Food Network’s Best Airport Restaurants | 2019-05-20T07:00:00Z | <p>Phoenix Sky Harbor made Food Network’s Best Airport Restaurants in the
US list. The Terminal 3 restaurant Christopher’s ranked number 12 out of 36 and
the Terminal 4 restaurant Four Peaks Brewery ranked number 30 out of 36.</p><p><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.com/restaurants/photos/best-airport-restaurants-in-the-country">https://www.foodnetwork.com/restaurants/photos/best-airport-restaurants-in-the-country</a></p> |
| Phoenix Deer Valley Airport Manager Ed Faron Awarded President’s Award | 253 | Phoenix Deer Valley Airport Manager Ed Faron Awarded President’s Award | 2019-04-25T07:00:00Z | <p>Phoenix Deer Valley Airport Manager Ed Faron was awarded the Arizona
Airports Association (AzAA) President’s Award for his efforts in putting
together a legislative briefing book to be used at Aviation Day at Capitol. The
book contained information and photos about grant-funded projects at airports
across the state, stressing the importance of keeping funding for airport
projects. </p> |
| Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport recognized as Employer of the Year | 252 | Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport recognized as Employer of the Year | 2019-03-23T07:00:00Z | <p>Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport was recently recognized as
Employer of the Year by the WTS Metropolitan Phoenix Chapter during the
organization’s 19th Annual Scholarship and Awards Ceremony in Scottsdale. WTS
is an international organization dedicated to building the future of
transportation through the global advancement of women. Phoenix Sky Harbor was
noted for its work to enhance the “transportation industry through its
commitment to excellence” and its “outstanding record of affirmative action in
hiring and promoting at all employment levels,” as well as its support of WTS.</p> |
| USA Today 10 Best 2019 Readers’ Choice Airport Awards | 251 | USA Today 10 Best 2019 Readers’ Choice Airport Awards | 2019-02-28T07:00:00Z | <p>Phoenix Sky Harbor ranked number one for Best Airport for Shopping. The airport
also ranked number two for Best Airport Shop for Local Merchandise (Bunky
Boutique), number three for Best Airport Bar (O.H.S.O Brewery and Distillery),
and number five for Best Airport Newsstand/Travel Essential (AZCentral.com). </p> |
| Top 10 Cheapest Airports in the US | 250 | Top 10 Cheapest Airports in the US | 2019-02-01T07:00:00Z | <p>Phoenix Sky Harbor made the Insider Top 10 Cheapest Airports in the US
list. Sky Harbor was ranked number four on the list for an average domestic
fare of $327.14. Airports were ranked for having reasonable rates on parking,
food, WiFi, and other amenities. </p> |
| Orpheum Theatre Makes Architectural Digest List of Most Beautiful Theaters | 247 | Orpheum Theatre Makes Architectural Digest List of Most Beautiful Theaters | 2018-11-02T07:00:00Z | <p><a href="https://www.architecturaldigest.com/gallery/most-beautifully-design-theater-each-state">Architectural Digest (AD)</a> recognized Phoenix's historic Orpheum Theatre on its 2018 list of most beautifully-designed theaters in each state. AD researched America's fascination with performing arts venues from coast to coast and surveyed theaters that became landmarks to create this year's list. The historic Orpheum Theatre, designed by architects Lescher & Mahoney, opened as a vaudeville house in 1929. The venue's ornate design and Spanish-baroque architectural features, simulating an outdoor garden for audiences to enjoy performances "al fresco", was ahead of its time. </p><p>Throughout the years, the Orpheum provided entertainment to various audiences in different capacities including serving as a Spanish language movie theater. Shortly after the city of Phoenix purchased the property in the 1980s, it was placed on the National Register of Historic Places and underwent a 12-year, $14 million restoration project. Today the venue is downtown Phoenix's oldest operating theater which continues to provide enjoyment for local residents and visitors with the numerous touring shows, concerts and events it hosts each year.</p> |
| South Mountain Park/Preserve Trails Master Plan: Crescordia Award | 245 | South Mountain Park/Preserve Trails Master Plan: Crescordia Award | 2018-10-08T07:00:00Z | The Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department's South Mountain Park/Preserve Trails Master Plan and Big Ramada Restoration Project received prestigious recognition at the 38th annual <a href="https://arizonaforward.org/" target="_blank">Arizona Forward</a> Environmental Excellence Awards Gala on Saturday, Oct. 6.<br><br>The <a href="/piosite/parks/southmtntrailplan">Trails Master Plan</a> earned the Crescordia Award in the category of Healthy Communities – Public Policy/Plans. The Crescordia Award is the highest honor given in each category. Approved by the Phoenix Parks and Recreation Board in April 2017, the plan identifies 51 miles of existing designated trails to be protected or improved and adopts 38 miles of existing non-designated trails into the designated trail system. It also adds 11 miles of new trails for connectivity and identifies 80 miles of non-designated trails to be revegetated back to natural condition. The plan was developed through a robust public involvement process that brought together the diverse user groups of the park. Feedback was collected from those various groups through a website and traditional public and stakeholder meetings.<br> |
| South Mountain Park/Preserve Big Ramada Restoration Project: Award of Distinction) | 246 | South Mountain Park/Preserve Big Ramada Restoration Project: Award of Distinction) | 2018-10-08T07:00:00Z | The Big Ramada Restoration Project earned an Award of Distinction in the category of Buildings and Structures – Civic and Historic Preservation. That project rehabilitated an historically significant structure that was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps during the Great Depression. Completed in spring 2018, the project included restoring the ramada's stone piers and replacing the wooden roof with steel framing and trim. Improvements also included upgrades to accessibility and landscaping, and installation of energy-efficient LED lighting. Interpretive signage was installed to educate park visitors about the history of the structure and the natural desert environment around it.<br><br>This project is part of a multi-year infrastructure improvement plan for South Mountain Park/Preserve that started in 2017. It is funded by the voter-approved Phoenix Parks and Preserve Initiative (PPPI). The park turns 100 years old in 2024.<br><br>Since its inception in 1969 as Valley Forward and its statewide expansion 44 years later, Arizona Forward has mobilized the state's business leaders and policy makers to leverage their collective power to influence how to best grow communities, stimulate the economy and enhance the environment.<br> |
| 2018 ICMA Certificate of Distinction in Performance Management | 242 | 2018 ICMA Certificate of Distinction in Performance Management | 2018-09-01T07:00:00Z | <p><img class="ms-rtePosition-2" alt="Certificate of Distinction" src="https://phoenix.gov/budgetsite/MediaAssets/ICMA_Certificate_of_Distinction_Award_logo_2018.jpg" style="margin:5px;width:220px;height:218px;" />The International City/County Management Association (ICMA) is pleased to announce that Phoenix, Arizona, has been recognized for its data-driven management and reporting efforts with a Certificate of Distinction for 2018. <br><br>“Performance management is a bedrock principle of professional local government management,” ICMA Executive Director Marc A. Ott said. “By recognizing these leaders, ICMA hopes to encourage others to make a commitment to collect and analyze data, report it transparently, and use it to continuously engage their communities and improve their organizations." <br><br>Certificates of Distinction are awarded to those who also provide comparative and benchmarking information to the public, use performance data in strategic planning and operational decision-making, and share their knowledge with other local governments through presentations, site visits, and other networking activities.<br><br>Phoenix is among 13 jurisdictions receiving the Certificate of Distinction and one of 57 recognized overall. This is the 17th year the city’s performance management efforts have been recognized by ICMA.<br><br>A complete list of recipients and examples of programs that exemplify the certificate criteria appear on the Certificate Program page on the ICMA website. ICMA will officially recognize recipients at its 104th Annual Conference in Baltimore, Maryland, September 23-26, and in the October 2018 issue of PM (Public Management) magazine.</p> |
| 2018 Illuminating Engineering Society Award of Excellence Winner | 227 | 2018 Illuminating Engineering Society Award of Excellence Winner | 2018-08-09T07:00:00Z | <p>The Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) and Smith Group recognized Phoenix
Sky Harbor International Airport for its Terminal 3 Modernization Project. The
2018 Illuminating Engineering Society Awards celebrates design excellence
worldwide and selected Phoenix Sky Harbor as an Award of Excellence Winner. This
award was provided to the airport due to an exceptional contribution to the art
and science of light. On Aug. 9, Award recipients were honored at the
Illumination Awards Gala held during the IES Annual Conference in Boston, Mass.
<a href="https://www.ies.org/events/illumination-awards/ies-awards-of-merit-2018/">https://www.ies.org/events/illumination-awards/ies-awards-of-merit-2018/</a></p> |
| Level 1 Partner in Public Health Preparedness | 226 | Level 1 Partner in Public Health Preparedness | 2018-08-01T07:00:00Z | <p>The Maricopa County Department of Public Health (MCDPH) recognized Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport as a Level 1 Partner in Public Health Preparedness. The MCDPH also recognized and awarded Emergency Preparedness Manager Chris Rausch for his assistance in assuring the airport was prepared to help facilitate the distribution of 50,000 doses of medicine for airport staff and their families. </p> |
| APRA Partnership Award: APS Electric Light Parade | 244 | APRA Partnership Award: APS Electric Light Parade | 2018-07-26T07:00:00Z | The city of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department and Arizona Public Service (APS) is the recipient of the Arizona Parks and Recreation Association's (APRA) 2018 Partnership Award for their work producing the <a href="/piosite/parks/elp">APS Electric Light Parade</a>. APRA's annual awards ceremony was held on Wednesday at Westin Kierland Resort.<div><br></div><div>APRA's Partnership Award recognizes the collaborations of public/private groups or agencies that have made significant contributions to the field of parks, recreation, and/or cultural services.</div><div><br></div><div>For 31 years, the parade has taken to the streets of central Phoenix on the first Saturday of December. It is a free event where families, neighborhood groups and businesses from around the city come together to celebrate the joy of the holiday season. Hundreds of thousands of spectators line the parade route every year. In 2017, the parade set a record of more more than 90 entries and 1,600 participants.<br><br>The 2018 <a href="/piosite/parks/elp">APS Electric Light Parade</a> will be held on Saturday, Dec. 1 at 7 p.m.<br></div> |
| Brian Pugh Outstanding Training Officer Award | 225 | Brian Pugh Outstanding Training Officer Award | 2018-07-26T07:00:00Z | <p>Aviation Fire Department Captain Brian Snodgrass won the Brian Pugh Outstanding Training Officer Award and was recognized by the ARFF Working Group Awards Program. Each year, the group selects one training officer in the country to be awarded for their achievements in advancing aviation fire protection, prevention, operations, equipment, training, management, and media participation. The ARFF Working Group will host their annual conference in August 2018 in Memphis, Tennessee, where Brian will be formally presented his award. </p> |
| Leading Utilities of the World Honor | 236 | Leading Utilities of the World Honor | 2018-07-01T07:00:00Z | <p> Leading Utilities of the World is a network of the
world's most forward-thinking water and wastewater utilities, as defined by the
network's 14 distinct innovation areas. Its members represent the gold standard
of utility innovation and performance. The actions of Phoenix Water Services
have reduced water consumption rates by an impressive 30% in the last two
decades, saving 1.9 trillion liters of water.<br><img alt="Award winners" src="/piosite/MediaAssets/w01.jpg" style="margin:5px;" /><br>New members during
the LUOW network at The Singapore International Water Week including Phoenix
Water Services Director Kathryn Sorensen (middle).</p> |
| NACWA Platinum Peak Awards | 237 | NACWA Platinum Peak Awards | 2018-07-01T07:00:00Z | <p>The
National Association of Clean Water Agencies (NACWA) recognized the 23rd Avenue
Wastewater Treatment Plant with a Platinum Award which recognizes 100%
compliance over a consecutive five-year period. NACWA also recognized the 91st
Avenue Wastewater Treatment Plant with their Silver Award for no more than five
violations per calendar year. Water Services Department staff experience,
education, and technical expertise contributed to this major accomplishment. </p><p><img alt="treatment plant employees" src="/piosite/MediaAssets/w02.jpg" style="margin:0px;width:475px;height:268px;" /><br>91st
Avenue Wastewater Treatment Plant employees<br><br></p> |
| Grand Phelix Award | 211 | Grand Phelix Award | 2018-06-28T07:00:00Z | <p>The Street Transportation Department is excited to share the recent accomplishment of the Office of the City Engineer as its Design and Construction Procurement team was presented with the inaugural Grand Phelix Award from the Arizona Chapter of the Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS). The Annual Phelix Awards recognize excellence in marketing communications and celebrates achievements by Architecture/Engineering/Construction (A/E/C) marketing and business development professionals. This year, a new award, the Grand Phelix Award was introduced. The Grand Phelix Award is reserved for owners, and recognizes owners who support and/or had the largest impact on the local architecture/engineering/construction (A/E/C) industry.
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<br>On June 28, 2018, SMPS presented the Grand Phelix Award to City Engineer Kini Knudson and Procurement Manager Kandi Kawolsky for Phoenix's efforts in transparency to the A/E/C communities, training and participation resources for consultants and contractors on capital improvement project selection panels, and openness for providing firms with opportunities for topical discussions through industry relevant roundtables. In presenting this award, the selection committee considered the overall perception of the working relationship with City, the participation of the City with A/E/C community associations and feedback received from A/E/C consultants and contractors in working with the City at various stages of the selection process. The Street Transportation Department congratulates the Office of the City Engineer and the Design and Procurement Section for their collaboration, innovation and dedication to building relationships and nurturing success of A/E/C consultants and contractors as together they work in building the future of Phoenix!</p><p><img alt="Street Award Winners" src="/piosite/MediaAssets/streets_award.jpg" style="margin:5px;" /></p> |
| Top 5 Best Airports for Business Travelers | 224 | Top 5 Best Airports for Business Travelers | 2018-06-15T07:00:00Z | Phoenix Sky Harbor was listed in the Top 5 Best Airports for Business
Travelers List ranking #3. The airport was also recognized because 83 percent
of all flights arrived on time in 2017<br> |
| Patriot Award from Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve | 228 | Patriot Award from Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve | 2018-05-17T07:00:00Z | <p>Communications Dispatcher Erick Araiza nominated his
supervisor, Rafaela Galvan, who received the Patriot Award for her dedication at helping
make his transition between his job and his military service as seamless as
possible. From serving as the bridge between him and Human Resources to
proactively requesting a copy of his drill dates to recommending places to eat
in areas where he would drill, Rafaela has gone above and beyond. He noted that
she has always had a positive attitude towards his military service which has
allowed him to accomplish his mission without having to worry about his job while
he is gone. The award was presented by the Employer Support of the Guard and
Reserve. <a href="https://www.esgr.mil/Employer-Awards/Patriot-Award">https://www.esgr.mil/Employer-Awards/Patriot-Award</a></p> |
| Celebration of Women Award from Achieving My Purpose | 223 | Celebration of Women Award from Achieving My Purpose | 2018-04-19T07:00:00Z | <p>Assistant Aviation Director Charlene Reynolds was recognized by the
Achieving My Purpose organization, winning the Celebration of Women Award for
her work and leadership at the City of Phoenix Aviation Department and Phoenix
Sky Harbor International Airport.<br></p> |
| 2018 Arizona Transit Association Awards | 212 | 2018 Arizona Transit Association Awards | 2018-04-12T07:00:00Z | <p>The Arizona Transit Association (AzTA) hosted its 31st annual conference in Tucson in early April. This year's conference aimed to recognize Forward Focus by "embracing partnerships that benefit the users of public transportation." The city of Phoenix Public Transit Department was recognized with two awards.</p><p>
<img alt="Transit Team received award" src="/piosite/MediaAssets/award_tranist_02.jpg" style="margin:5px 0px;" />
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<br>The first award presentation was in the "<strong>Outstanding Transit Organization/Partnership of the Year (Large Urban)" </strong>category, which recognized Phoenix's 2017 efforts in implementing T2050 improvements. Highlights of the nomination included: the increase of 6.5 percent in local bus ridership, including a 25 percent increase on weekends; the improvements to Route 122 that led to a 300 percent spike in ridership; and the continued advancement of light rail projects.<br><br>The second award was in the "<strong>Transit Innovation of the Year</strong>" category, which recognized the partnership between the city of Phoenix and Lyft in offering discounted Lyft service in bridging the First Mile, Last Mile gaps of service in areas of Phoenix with limited transit options. The award acknowledged the unique public-private partnership as the city was able to secure this discount for transit users through a bus shelters advertising trade with Lyft throughout the city. </p><p>
<img alt="Councilwoman Kate Callego received an award" src="/piosite/MediaAssets/award_transit_01.jpg" style="margin:5px 0px;" />
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<br>In addition to the recognition the department received, Phoenix Councilwoman Kate Gallego was also honored with the "<strong>Ed Pastor Friend of Transit</strong>" award for her accomplishments and continued support for transit in the region. The efforts recognized by AzTA are a testament to the hard work of the dedicated staff of the Public Transit Department and the city of Phoenix in serving its residents.</p> |
| Waste360’s 40 Under 40 award in April | 229 | Waste360’s 40 Under 40 award in April | 2018-04-01T07:00:00Z | <p>2018 Lucas Mariacher, Zero Waste Coordinator was awarded the Waste360’s 40 Under 40 award in April 2018. The awards honor the next generation of leaders who are shaping the future of the waste and recycling industry. </p><p><img alt="Award Winner" src="/piosite/MediaAssets/PW_01_Lucas.jpg" style="margin:5px;width:400px;height:533px;" /></p> |
| Hope in the Face of AIDS, International Alliance for the Prevention of AIDS | 219 | Hope in the Face of AIDS, International Alliance for the Prevention of AIDS | 2018-03-24T07:00:00Z | <p>The International Alliance for the Prevention of AIDS (IAPA) presented Mayor Greg Stanton with the Hope in the Face of AIDS award at the 12th annual Hope in the Face of AIDS Gala dinner for his ongoing efforts to end the spread of HIV/AIDS. In October 2016, Mayor Stanton and the Phoenix City Council authorized Phoenix to join the <strong>Fast-Track Cities Initiative</strong><strong>.</strong> The initiative aims to strengthen HIV programs and leverage resources to end AIDS by 2030.</p><p><img alt="Mayor Stanton at the awards ceremony" src="/piosite/MediaAssets/award_mayor_04.jpg" style="margin:5px;" /></p> |
| 10 Best Airport Shopping Contest | 222 | 10 Best Airport Shopping Contest | 2018-03-15T07:00:00Z | <p>USA Today featured Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport on the
10 Best Airport Shopping Contest. The airport took second place just behind
Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport. <a href="https://www.10best.com/awards/travel/best-airport-for-shopping/">https://www.10best.com/awards/travel/best-airport-for-shopping/</a></p> |
| Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) Operations Manager of the Year | 232 | Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) Operations Manager of the Year | 2018-03-10T07:00:00Z | <p>Stacy Hettmansperger was awarded Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) Operations Manager of the Year. She manages the 27th Avenue Transfer Station. </p><p><img alt="award winner" src="/piosite/MediaAssets/PW_03.jpg" style="margin:5px;width:400px;height:533px;" /></p> |
| Sky Harbor “Cake of the Week” from Airline Network News and Analysis | 221 | Sky Harbor “Cake of the Week” from Airline Network News and Analysis | 2018-03-01T07:00:00Z | <p>Airline Network News and Analysis has awarded Sky Harbor
“Cake of the Week” for its Montreal launch event last week. Phoenix Mayor Greg
Stanton and mayors from across the state gathered at Terminal 4 Thursday, March 1,
to celebrate the start of nonstop service to Montreal, Quebec, Canada, on Air
Canada Rouge. Read the story at <a href="https://www.anna.aero/2018/03/07/phoenix-proudly-presents-cake-week-prize/">https://www.anna.aero/2018/03/07/phoenix-proudly-presents-cake-week-prize/</a></p> |
| Third Best Airport for Transit from TravelBank | 220 | Third Best Airport for Transit from TravelBank | 2018-02-27T07:00:00Z | <p>TravelBank is sharing its list of the best and worst airports for transit in the nation. In the study linked below, drive time, public transportation time and pricing data for journeys to each of the top 30 U.S. airports starting from specific central downtown locations were sourced. By analyzing the average drive time and transportation time, along with comparing the cost of public transportation and pre-booked UberX pricing, TravelBank was able to determine the best and worst airports in the country for transit.<br></p><p>Clocking the second cheapest Uber fare ride of just $12 helps Phoenix Sky Harbor International rank as the
<strong>third best airport for transit</strong>. The quick average drive time of 12 minutes and the proximity of the airport to downtown also plays into its favor like Boston, Las Vegas and San Diego. In addition, Phoenix has one of the faster public transportation options in the country with it taking only 20 minutes to reach the airport from downtown.</p><br> |
| Champion of Transit, Friends of Transit | 218 | Champion of Transit, Friends of Transit | 2018-02-16T07:00:00Z | <p>Mayor Greg Stanton was presented with the Champion of Transit award by the Friends of Transit. Stanton was recognized for his long-time commitment to expanding and improving public transit, including his leadership on Transportation 2050.</p> |
| Small Business Advocate Award, U.S. Conference of Mayors and Partner America | 217 | Small Business Advocate Award, U.S. Conference of Mayors and Partner America | 2018-02-07T07:00:00Z | <p>The U.S. Conference of Mayors and Partner America today presented Mayor Greg Stanton with the Small Business Advocate Award to recognize his support of small businesses and championing policies that help local small business. </p><p>Stanton has made supporting small businesses a priority. During his time as mayor, the City has adopted several measures to help small businesses get started and succeed.</p><p><img alt="Mayor Stanton, Councilwoman Stark and staff accepted the award." src="/piosite/MediaAssets/award_mayor_03.jpg" style="margin:5px;" /></p> |
| 2018 Arizona State University Walton Sustainability Solutions High Five for the Future Award | 230 | 2018 Arizona State University Walton Sustainability Solutions High Five for the Future Award | 2018-02-01T07:00:00Z | <p>This award is in recognition of the invaluable partnership between the city of Phoenix and ASU Walton Sustainability Solutions in helping to solve <span style="font-size:13px;">sustainability</span> challenges, educate future leaders and engage the public since 2013. </p><p><img alt="award" src="/piosite/MediaAssets/PW_02.jpg" style="margin:5px;width:400px;height:534px;" /> </p> |
| 2018 Finalist in The Circulars 2018 Awards for Circular Economy Public Sector | 231 | 2018 Finalist in The Circulars 2018 Awards for Circular Economy Public Sector | 2018-02-01T07:00:00Z | The city of Phoenix Public Works Department’s Reimagine Phoenix Initiative took a spot as one of the five public sector finalists which recognizes the world’s most inspiring individuals and organizations across the globe making notable contributions to the circular economy – where materials are designed for future reuse and at the end of their life become a potential resource rather than trash. |
| Distinguished Budget Presentation Award | 243 | Distinguished Budget Presentation Award | 2018-01-01T07:00:00Z | <img class="ms-rtePosition-2" alt="Budget award logo" src="https://phoenix.gov/budgetsite/MediaAssets/GFOA%20logo%20d_051160.jpg" style="margin:5px;" />The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) presented a <a href="http://www.gfoa.org/2017-results-distinguished-budget-presentation-award" target="_blank">Distinguished Budget Presentation Award</a> to the city of Phoenix for its current annual budget. This is the 27th consecutive award for Phoenix. The award reflects the commitment of the city to meeting the highest principles of governmental budgeting. <br><br>It represents a significant achievement by the organization. It reflects our commitment to meeting the highest principles of governmental budgeting.<br><br>In order to receive the award, the city had to satisfy nationally-recognized guidelines for effective budget presentation. It was presented after a panel of reviewers from across the country evaluated the document in four major categories: policy document, financial plan, operations guide, and communications device. Budget documents must be rated "proficient" in all four categories and the 14 mandatory criteria within those categories. <br><br>This award is the highest form of recognition in governmental budgeting. There are over 1,600 participants in the awards program. |
| Cities4ZeroWaste, C40 Cities Bloomberg Philanthropies Awards | 214 | Cities4ZeroWaste, C40 Cities Bloomberg Philanthropies Awards | 2017-12-05T07:00:00Z | <p>The City of Phoenix was one of 10 cities globally honored for taking major climate action. Phoenix was recognized for its Reimagine Phoenix initiative putting the city on a track to reach zero waste by 2050. Mayor Stanton accepted the award on behalf of the City of Phoenix. </p><p><img alt="Mayor Stanton accepting the award " src="/piosite/MediaAssets/award_mayor_01.jpg" style="margin:5px;" /></p> |
| Public Official of the Year, Governing Magazine | 213 | Public Official of the Year, Governing Magazine | 2017-11-14T07:00:00Z | <p>One of the nation's leading publications for the public sector has named Mayor Greg Stanton one of its public officials of the year. Stanton is the only mayor among the officials from across the country GOVERNING honored as the most outstanding leaders in state and local government. <br><br>Stanton is the first Arizona mayor to receive this recognition. GOVERNING cited Stanton's success in strengthening Phoenix's economy after the Great Recession, as well as his steady leadership on making the City more sustainable and investing in transportation infrastructure. <br><br>GOVERNING is a national publication that provides independent, nonpartisan coverage of state and local government. Each year since 1994, the Public Officials of the Year program has recognized leaders from state, city and county government who exemplify the ideals of public service. </p> |
| Arizona Forward Award of Merit 2017 | 233 | Arizona Forward Award of Merit 2017 | 2017-09-23T07:00:00Z | <p>Arizona Forward Award of Merit 2017 for Phoenix Green Business Leader Program.</p><p><img alt="award winner" src="/piosite/MediaAssets/PW_04.jpg" style="margin:5px;width:400px;height:300px;" /></p> |
| Arizona Forward Award of Merit 2017 | 234 | Arizona Forward Award of Merit 2017 | 2017-09-23T07:00:00Z | <p>2017 Arizona Forward Award of Merit for the 27th Avenue Compost Facility .</p><p><img alt="award winner" src="/piosite/MediaAssets/PW_05.jpg" style="margin:5px;width:400px;height:325px;" /></p> |
| 2017 Copper Anvil Award of Merit, Integrated Communications | 235 | 2017 Copper Anvil Award of Merit, Integrated Communications | 2017-09-07T07:00:00Z | <p>The Public Works department was awarded a 2017 Copper Anvil Award of Merit in the category of Integrated Communications for the Top 10 in the Bin reycling campaign. This is a program that recognizes outstanding public relations tactics and campaigns, reflecting the highest standards of performance in public relations.<br></p> |
| Arizona Forward Governor’s Award for Arizona’s Future” | 238 | Arizona Forward Governor’s Award for Arizona’s Future” | 2017-09-01T07:00:00Z | <p><a href="https://www.arizonaforward.org/">Arizona Forward</a> awarded its prestigious Governor's Award for Arizona's Future to the City of Phoenix Water Services Department for its landmark 2017 agreement with the Gila River Indian Community to preserve endangered Colorado River water in Lake Mead. Phoenix received nine awards at Arizona Forward's 37th Annual Environmental Excellence Awards, including four Crescordia Awards, the highest honor in each category.</p><p>
<img alt="Award winners" src="/piosite/MediaAssets/w03.jpg" style="margin:0px;" /></p><p>Water Services Director Kathryn Sorensen (left), and Water Resources Management
Advisor Cynthia Campbell (right) accept the award.</p> |
| Utility of the Future Today | 239 | Utility of the Future Today | 2017-08-01T07:00:00Z | <p>Recognizes and celebrates the achievements of forward-thinking, innovative water utilities that are providing resilient value-added service to communities.</p><p><img alt="award logo" src="/piosite/MediaAssets/w04.jpg" style="margin:5px;" /><br><br></p><p> </p> |
| Outstanding Achievement Large City 2017 City Livability Award | 215 | Outstanding Achievement Large City 2017 City Livability Award | 2017-06-28T07:00:00Z | <p>Mayor Greg Stanton and the City of Phoenix have been awarded an Outstanding Achievement Large City 2017 City Livability Award at the 2017 City Livability Awards Program during the recent U.S. Conference of Mayors' 85th Annual Meeting.</p><p>The award recognizes mayoral leadership in developing and implementing programs that improve the quality of life in America's cities, focusing on the leadership, creativity, and innovation demonstrated by the mayors. This year's winning cities were selected by former mayors from a pool of over 150 applicants. </p><p>The city of Phoenix was recognized for the work surrounding the Phoenix Transportation 2050 Plan (T2050), a $31.5 billion, 35-year comprehensive plan to improve existing transit services, such as local bus and Dial-a-Ride, expand high-capacity transit with light rail and bus rapid transit, as well as bolster street improvements. This plan makes Phoenix a more mobile and livable city by providing connections to diverse destinations across the metro area.</p> |
| Highest Performing Government, Governing Magazine Equipt to Innovate Survey | 216 | Highest Performing Government, Governing Magazine Equipt to Innovate Survey | 2017-05-24T07:00:00Z | <p>Mayor Greg Stanton and
<em>Governing</em> President Cathilea Robinnet announced today that Phoenix was named the Top Performing City Overall by
<em>Governing </em>and Living Cities through the first-ever national "Equipt to Innovate" survey. </p><p>Equipt to Innovate is a new initiative launched by
<em>Governing</em> and Living Cities. It is an integrated, collaborative framework of seven essential elements that define high-performance government and empower innovation. It is also an invitation for cities to work together, learn from each other and help drive better outcomes for their communities. The seven Equipt elements are: Dynamically Planned; Broadly Partnered; Resident-Involved; Race-Informed; Smartly Resourced; Employee-Engaged; and Data-Driven. Cities from across the country participated in the inaugural 2016 Equipt survey, assessing their capacity and competence in these seven key areas. </p><p>
<img alt="City Manager, Mayor Stanton, Councilmembers and staff at the award ceremony." src="/piosite/MediaAssets/award_mayor_02.jpg" style="margin:5px;" />
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| Outstanding Achievement in Local Government Innovation Award | 207 | Outstanding Achievement in Local Government Innovation Award | 2017-04-21T07:00:00Z | PHXteens Program Earns Outstanding Achievement Award<br><br>The city of Phoenix <a href="/piosite/parks/teens" target="_blank"></a><a href="/piosite/parks/teens" target="_blank">PHXteens program</a> is the recipient of the Alliance for Innovation’s Outstanding Achievement in Local Government Innovation Award. Parks and Recreation Department staff members will accept the award at the Alliance’s Transforming Local Government Conference in Tulsa, Okla., Friday.<br><br>Developed to help teenagers better connect with the community and realize their full potential, the PHXteens program launched in September 2016 and is facilitated out of eight community and recreation centers located throughout the city. During its inaugural year, 233 teens registered for the program. Additionally, teens participated in 31 cultural and 24 recreational field trips, 70 teen council meetings, 28 workshops, and 2,439 volunteer hours. <br><br>“I’m so proud of the Parks and Recreation staff for their work in creating and guiding this worthwhile initiative,” said Vice Mayor Laura Pastor, who also serves as chairperson of the Parks, Arts, Education and Equality City Council Subcommittee. “It’s important that we explore innovative ways to bring much-needed services to underserved communities which lack adequate amenities. The enrichment opportunities that the PHXteens program offers will not only teach our city’s at-risk youth how to make informed lifestyle choices, it will give them the tools necessary to become responsible adults. I couldn’t be more proud of this new resource and am excited to witness how it develops over time.”<br><br>Innovation Award recipients were chosen from more than 30 applications received by a multi-member selection committee consisting of city and county managers from across the nation and Alliance for Innovation staff. The committee looks for governments that have shown dedication to stretching and improving the boundaries of day-to-day operations and practices, implementing creative business processes and improving the civic health of the community.<br><br>This is the second consecutive year a city of Phoenix initiative was honored by the Alliance for Innovation, with the <a href="https://www.phoenix.gov/_layouts/15/FIXUPREDIRECT.ASPX?WebId=a0e9d492-aae1-42ec-9904-4fd688908c79&TermSetId=3a3d55a1-ff7b-42d1-aaa8-2bf1fae0915a&TermId=502293f0-7287-4db1-a533-d96731da86f1&UrlSuffix=1359" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://www.phoenix.gov/_layouts/15/FIXUPREDIRECT.ASPX?WebId=a0e9d492-aae1-42ec-9904-4fd688908c79&TermSetId=3a3d55a1-ff7b-42d1-aaa8-2bf1fae0915a&TermId=502293f0-7287-4db1-a533-d96731da86f1&UrlSuffix=1359" target="_blank">FitPHX program receiving the Outstanding Achievement Award in June 2016</a>. |
| Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA), Distinguished Budget Presentation Award | 206 | Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA), Distinguished Budget Presentation Award | 2016-12-19T07:00:00Z | <p>The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) presented a Distinguished Budget Presentation Award to the city of Phoenix for its current annual budget. This is the 26th consecutive award for Phoenix. The award reflects the commitment of the city to meeting the highest principles of governmental budgeting. In order to receive the award, the city had to satisfy nationally-recognized guidelines for effective budget presentation. It was presented after a panel of reviewers from across the country evaluated the document in four major categories: policy document, financial plan, operations guide, and communications device. Budget documents must be rated "proficient" in all four categories and the 14 mandatory criteria within those categories. This award is the highest form of recognition in governmental budgeting. <br></p> |
