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February 3rd, 2017

COUNCILWOMAN WILLIAMS STATEMENT ON PETITION TO CONSIDER CREATING PHOENIX A SANCTUARY CITY A petition was given to the City Council on February 1st asking Phoenix to declare itself a Sanctuary City. The Council has 15 days to hear the request. The President has declared all Sanctuary Cities will lose federal funding. “I do not support Phoenix becoming a Sanctuary City. I can give a billion reasons why this is my position. The City receives federal funding for police, fire, homeland security, head start, libraries, parks, roads, bridges, buses, light rail, water, airports, housing, block grants to community providers, workforce training, and more. The loss of federal funding will decimate the safety of the City programs, and our future. I took the oath of office to uphold the Constitution and laws of the United States and the State of Arizona. Becoming a Sanctuary City does not support that oath.” - Councilwoman Thelda Williams

CITY EVENTS

UPCOMING PUBLIC CITY MEETINGS

• City Council Policy Session – Tuesday, February 7th, 2017 at 2:30 p.m. in City Council Chamber, 200 West Washington Street.

• Public Safety and Veterans Subcommittee Meeting – Wednesday, February 8th, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. in Assembly Rooms A, B and C, Phoenix City Hall, 200 West Washington Street.

• Zoning Adjustment Hearing – Thursday, February 9th, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. in Assembly Room C, Phoenix City Hall, 200 West Washington Street.

For more information on these and all other public City meetings visit:

https://www.phoenix.gov/cityclerk/publicmeetings/notices.

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City Council meetings are live on Cox Cable Channel 11 and streamed live on phoenix.gov and facebook.com/cityofphoenix. Past City Council meetings are posted to YouTube at

http://www.youtube.com/cityofphoenixaz.

CITY NEWS

EXPANDING “READ ON PHOENIX” PROGRAM According to the U.S. Department of Education National Center for Education Statistics, the percentage of students in Arizona who performed at or above the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) Proficient level was 30 percent in 2015, up from 28 percent in 2013. Of the 25 school districts serving elementary students in Phoenix, only six have 50 percent or more of third grade students reading proficiently based on the 2016 AZMerit test. According to the Arizona Department of Education, approximately 33 percent of Phoenix third grade students are reading proficiently in 2016, up from 32 percent in 2015. By the end of third grade, students must be shifting from learning to read to reading to learn. Current research shows that if students are not reading proficiently by the end of third grade, they are more likely to continue struggling in subsequent grades, less likely to graduate high school, and will not meet the expectations of the 21st Century workforce. In response to the Move On When Reading legislation that raised expectations for third grade students, the Youth and Education Office launched Read On Phoenix in 2013 to ensure students read proficiently by the end of third grade. The initiative engaged schools, businesses, and the community to collectively improve reading proficiency through four key pillars: School Readiness, Summer Learning Loss, Afterschool Literacy Enrichment and Volunteerism. Read On Phoenix was one of 38 communities across the nation in 2016 to receive the Pacesetter Honors Award for "leading by example" to solve challenges that undermine early literacy. Significant progress has been made under each pillar and include but not limited to the following successes:

School Readiness

• Early Head Start Child Care Partnership Grant expansion

• New/expanding programs such as Kindergarten Bootcamp; Ready, Set, Kindergarten; Brian

Time; and Every Child Ready to Read

Afterschool Literacy Enrichment

• Increased literacy activities and tutoring in PAC Afterschool

Summer Learning Loss

• Online Summer Reading Program and the development of a comprehension assessment

(pre/post) by Maricopa County Education Service Agency

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• Summer Learning Media Campaign through National Summer Learning Association

• Mayor's Great Start Program that provides pre-kindergarten students and families free

admission educational and cultural centers during the summer

Volunteerism

• AARP Experience Corps engages retirees to volunteer tutor in Phoenix schools

• Read On Phoenix Literacy Summit

The Youth and Education Office launched PHXAchieves to promote City programs along the educational pipeline, focusing on increasing early literacy, math proficiency, high school completion, and college and career readiness. Read On Phoenix supports PHXAchieves by ensuring students have access to quality literacy programs that prepare students and families for success. Read On Phoenix recently conducted a new strategic planning process in 2016 with key stakeholders to create a new mission, vision, values, and strategic areas of focus. Based on stakeholder feedback, the new framework will connect and build on existing infrastructure and strategies that impact grade level reading scores in three core areas: School Readiness, Out-of-School Time Literacy and Family Engagement. The overall goal aims to close the learning gap among economically disadvantaged youth by increasing reading proficiency by 8 percent each year. The Youth and Education Office recommends that the Phoenix Great Start Program be a program under Read On Phoenix. The program provides Phoenix children in Title I schools free admission to several educational and cultural centers before beginning kindergarten. The program was launched in 2013 with Balsz Elementary School District. With the assistance of the Youth and Education Office, the program grew to include Phoenix Head Start Programs and nine school districts, impacting 2,000 students in 2016. Participating cultural and education institutions include the Arizona Science Center, Children's Museum of Phoenix, Phoenix Zoo, Desert Botanical Gardens, Arizona Latino Arts and Cultural Center and Phoenix Public Library. The AARP Experience Corps Phoenix (ECP) tutoring program places adults aged 50 and older into elementary schools to tutor students in reading and literacy. The program served 115 classrooms in 16 schools and 10 school districts where 535 students received 13,236 hours of sustained one-on-one tutoring from 156 tutors. Participating school districts have included Creighton, Fowler, Isaac, Laveen, Pendergast, Phoenix, Riverside, Tolleson, Washington, and Wilson. Staff is recommending approval to enter in an Intergovernmental Agreement with Roosevelt and Littleton Elementary School District.

PHOENIX PUBLIC LIBRARY’S PLAN TO REMODEL THE CHILDREN’S AREA AT THE BURTON BARR CENTRAL LIBRARY Since opening its doors in 1995, Burton Barr Central Library (1221 N Central Ave.) Children’s Area has been a destination space for customers from all over the valley. Whether it be to check out a book, attend a storytime, explore the Children’s Garden, learn with parents in the First Five Years Space, or get some

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homework done on one of our free computers, there is something for all of the thousands of children who visit the Children’s Area every month. With the 25th anniversary of the Burton Barr Central Library fast approaching, the Library plans a major remodel of its Children’s Area in order to ensure that it remains a destination space for generations to come. Among the many exciting features of the newly remodeled Children’s Area will be:

• A greatly expanded First Five Years space filled with dazzling new interactives that will spark

children’s imaginations while they learn.

• Story Tower space that will add a sense of wonder to the Library’s many storytimes.

• Mini Maker Space, where young children can learn about and explore STEM concepts.

• An expanded Children’s Garden, including new interactive pieces that encourage children to

explore as they learn.

• An Informal Storytime Space that will allow Library staff to conduct quality programming

right out in the middle of the Children’s Area.

• An Idea Gallery; a space that will host rotating exhibits that engage young minds.

In order to house all of these wonderful new features, the Children’s Area will be adding several thousand square feet to its footprint, allowing the space to accommodate more children and their caregivers than ever before. The Children’s Area at the Burton Barr Central Library has been a valley wide destination space for nearly a quarter of a century. This expansive remodel will ensure that it remains so for years to come. Phoenix Public Library worked with Will Bruder Architects to develop the conceptual design for the Children’s Area remodel. Financial Impact The budget for the remodel is approximately $2.8 million dollars, which will be paid for using private money. The Phoenix Public Library Foundation is currently organizing a capital campaign to raise the funds for the project.

PHX AT YOUR SERVICE The city of Phoenix has launched a new PHX At Your Service online reporting and request tool. The new system can be used on desktop computers, tablets and smart phones, and offers an easy-to-navigate button system to report and request city services. The city has retired the myPhxAZ app, which serviced only two departments, and replaced it with the new PHX At Your Service system that integrates forms and requests from 14 city departments. The new system also combines all the items on the previous Phoenix.gov "Request It" and "Report It" pages into a single, mobile-friendly service. To make a report just visit www.phoenix.gov/AtYourService.

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HOW MANY SQUARE MILES ARE IN EACH COUNCIL DISTRICT? Have you ever wondered how big your Council District is? Here is a list of the square miles in each of the City of Phoenix Council Districts; rounded to the nearest hundredth:

District 1 – 108.94 District 2 – 110.29 District 3 – 47.34 District 4 – 26.39 District 5 – 28.58 District 6 – 72.28 District 7 – 59.52 District 8 – 65.29

PHOENIX CHINESE WEEK 2017 CULTURE AND CUISINE FESTIVAL - YEAR OF THE ROOSTER Phoenix Chinese Week is a series of cultural, social and educational events highlighting the diverse culture of China. Experience the sights, sounds and tastes of the 27th annual Phoenix Chinese Week’s Culture and Cuisine Festival. Enjoy continuous entertainment including the lion dance, martial arts demonstrations, folk and traditional dances, musical performances and taste delicious Chinese food. The admission is free and the event open to the public. For more information, visit

www.phoenixchineseweek.org.

Friday, Feb. 10 To Sunday, Feb. 12 Friday – 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. | Saturday – 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Sunday – 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Margaret T. Hance Park East 1202 N. Third St., Phoenix, 85004

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ADC ANNOUNCES GREAT AMERICAN DEFENSE COMMUNITIES CLASS OF 2017 - Maricopa County, AZ, Honored for Their Support of Military Families and Service Members The Association of Defense Communities (ADC) has designated eight communities from across the United States as “Great American Defense Communities” for providing unwavering support to service members and military families. Among the many reasons Maricopa County, AZ, is being recognized as a Great American Defense Community is the tremendous support the community provides to members of the National Guard and Reserve forces. Going above and beyond what is required, this community has been nationally recognized for its support of members of the Reserve Component and their families.

Joining Maricopa County, AZ, are the following seven communities:

• The Alamo – San Antonio Region, TX

• The Charleston Region, SC

• Christian County, KY

• The Fort Hood – Central Texas Region

• Hampton Roads, VA

• Sierra Vista, AZ

• The Governments of Southeastern Connecticut

“All eight in the 2017 class of honorees truly embody the ideals this initiative was designed to celebrate — making host communities for our nation’s military installations ‘Great Places to Call Home,’” said ADC President Mike Cooper. ADC is a national nonprofit organization that is the connection point for leaders from communities, states, the military and industry on community-military issues and installation management to enhance knowledge, information sharing and best practices. With nearly 300 communities, states, regions and affiliated industry organizations, ADC represents every major defense community/state in the nation. For more information about the Great American Defense Communities program, contact Matt Borron at

(202) 822-5256 or mborron@defensecommunities.org, or visit the ADC website at www.defensecommunities.org.

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Phoenix Office of Arts and Culture's Community Arts Grants Program Grant Application Deadline: March 30, 2017

The Phoenix Office of Arts and Culture's Grants Program supports organizations that have as their primary purpose and function, the creation, performance, and exhibition of arts or cultural programs.

The Grants Program goals are to:

• expand the availability of arts and cultural activities throughout the city of Phoenix;

• champion, promote, and expand cultural diversity;

• foster support for organizations and artists representing all cultural traditions.

Grants are awarded on a competitive basis. Past grant awards are no assurance of future awards. Applicants - particularly first-time applicants--are strongly encouraged to contact Office of Arts and Culture Grants staff to discuss/review your organization's project proposal prior to the application deadline.

For a schedule of Orientation Workshops, visit the website here:

https://www.phoenix.gov/arts/grants-program/orientation-workshops

RECYCLEBANK

Recyclebank is and education and incentive program that educates city residents on how to recycle more and recycle correctly, and how to take other sustainable actions. The City of Phoenix has entered into a public-private partnership with Recyclebank to assist Phoenix with reaching its 40% by 2020 wasted diversion goal, set by Mayor and City Council in 2013 with the launch of its Reimagine Phoenix campaign. Recyclebank works in more than 400 communities through an extensive marketing campaign designed to reach all 1.5 million Phoenix area residents. Q: Why does Phoenix need to contract with Recyclebank and how will this help Phoenix? A: The City of Phoenix is currently at 20% waste diversion, with a need to increase to 40% by 2020 to meet its goal. Phoenix loses $4.5 million in revenue per year from the 55,000 tons of recyclables that are thrown away in area landfills. In addition, the city spends more than $1 million annually removing plastic bags and other “non-recyclables” from the recycling stream. This partnership will support and amplify the city’s Reimagine Phoenix initiative by saving the city money and diverting waste from the landfill. Recyclebank is also supporting the local economy by highlighting small businesses and partnering with local organizations, such as Local First Arizona. Q. How does Recyclebank work? Recyclebank will work directly with the Reimagine Phoenix Public Works Department to support their efforts to divert 40% of waste from landfills by 2020. Recyclebank has an extensive marketing and communications program in place that educates and provides incentives for Phoenix residents to reduce, reuse and recycle

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material. The Recyclebank contract includes specific deliverables and milestones to reach each year. Their contract was approved by the Phoenix City Council in 2016 and the program officially launched in January, 2017. Q: What is Recyclebank going to do? A: Recyclebank’s extensive education, incentives, data, technology and community engagement tools help the City of Phoenix connect with all of its 1.5 million residents to encourage reducing, reusing, recycling and reconsidering eco-friendly consumption choices – without the city having to do this outreach with additional staff or by developing expensive marketing campaigns. Q: Will the materials be available to the Spanish speaking community? A: All Recyclebank marketing campaign materials are available in English and Spanish. Q: Is the Recyclebank program paid for through the Phoenix General Fund? A: No. Recyclebank is being paid for through the Solid Waste Enterprise Fund. Q: How do I participate as a resident? A: Residents can take advantage of this program at no cost by signing up at www.recyclebank.com or calling (888) 727-2978. Q: How does it benefit me as a resident? A: Phoenix residents can start earning points by taking actions that help keep waste from the landfills – everything from curbside recycling, learning about living greener on the Recyclebank website through online quizzes and pledges, to participating in events and activities that help keep Phoenix green. Residents can use those points for deals at more than 2,500 local businesses and national stores, donations to local schools and charities, and community-centric giveaways.

VOICES: BLACK HISTORY MONTH Communities are comprised of a diversity of experiences and perspectives and the many voices that emerge from those experiences and perspectives. We believe that these voices make for a richer, more meaningful experience for all. Join Phoenix Public Library in enjoying and learning from the many voices of our community through monthly themes meant to educate, entertain and inspire. This month, we bring you a number of speakers, films, and more in honor of Black History Month. Program topics span Hip Hop to Buffalo Soldiers and more. Subject matter travels the globe from the United States to Tanzania to Saudi Arabia and Ghana. We’ve got a little something for everyone. Join us!

For additional information, please visit: https://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/browse/Interest-Guides/Pages/Voices/Black-History-Month.aspx

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PHOENIX PLANNED MAJOR STREET RESTRICTIONS – UPDATED FEBRUARY 3RD, 2017 To view a listing of the latest planned major street restrictions please visit this link: https://www.phoenix.gov/streetssite/Pages/Planned-Street-Restrictions.aspx These restrictions represent only the major planned activities reported to the Street Transportation Department’s right-of-way management office. This listing does not reflect closures or restrictions due to unexpected events such as flooding, traffic collisions, fires, utility failures or other emergencies. For street closure alerts follow the Phoenix Street Transportation Department on Twitter at @PHXStreetTrans.

DISTRICT 1 NEWS & EVENTS:

ON THE ISSUES WITH COUNCILWOMAN THELDA WILLIAMS: PHOENIX SISTER CITIES AND CHINESE WEEK On this episode of “On the Issues,” Councilwoman Thelda Williams highlights the importance of the Phoenix Sister Cities program in fostering relationships between the residents of Phoenix and its sister cities through economic development and education and cultural exchange programs. To see the full episode, please visit the You Tube link at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1C6HjWh2Xvg

In the first half of the show, Councilwoman Williams explores the Sister Cities Program with Protocol Program Administrator Paula West. In the second half of the show, the councilwoman and Paula are joined by Elaine Wong, president of Phoenix Chinese Week, to learn more about this year’s Chinese Week festivities, held each February in Phoenix at Margaret T. Hance Park. For more information: http://phoenixsistercities.org http://phoenixchineseweek.org

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DISTRICT 1 COMMUNITY BREAKFAST

The next breakfast will be held on Friday, February 24th, at the Radisson Hotel Phoenix North, 10220 N. Metro Parkway East, Phoenix, AZ 85051. Breakfast begins at 7:30 a.m. and the speaker starts at around 7:45 a.m. The guest next month will be the CEO of Valley Metro, Scott Smith. Scott Smith is the CEO of Valley Metro responsible for the planning, design, construction and operation of an expanding regional transit network in metro Phoenix, Arizona. The Valley Metro system is a partnership of 16 cities, towns and Maricopa County, offering bus, light rail,

paratransit and vanpool services to more than 73 million riders annually. Smith’s leadership is a continuation of his public service as the former Mayor of Mesa and president of the U.S. Conference of Mayors, the only Arizona mayor to have served in this position. As Mayor, he strategically guided the city to an economic rebound between 2008 and 2014. He also has a wealth of experience in the private sector as a certified public accountant, lawyer and CEO of a regional homebuilding and development company. In 2015, Smith served as a Resident Fellow in the Institute of Politics at Harvard University’s Kennedy School of Government. Smith’s passion for public transportation stems from his belief that transportation infrastructure is critically important to the regional, state and national economy and to improving the quality of life for those who need and choose transit as their mobility option. His strong customer service approach keeps the organization focused on serving the interests of several customer groups, including riders, voters, the business community and city leadership.

The Ocotillo Chapter National Society Daughters of the American Revolution has begun a fundraising project to erect the New River Historical Plaque and Monument Marker. Event: Wine Tasting and Silent Auction Event Fundraiser for the New River Historical Plaque & Monument Marker

Project ~ “Honoring the First Settlers of New River Arizona” The future site chosen for the placement and future dedication day ceremony of the marker is on the grounds of the New River Elementary School near the “Teacherage.” Used as living quarters for the teachers before being moved from the Essary family property on Fig Springs Road, the location of the first school in New River.

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• When: Saturday, February 11th, 2017

• Time: 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

• Where: The Kiwanis Club

• 48606 N. 17th Ave., New River, Arizona

• Become A Sponsor Donation Level’s: Lord Darrell Duppa $50; Fig Springs Road $100; Teacherage $500; and 1930 Homesteaders $1,000 & up. Procurement Forms available at the Door.

• Event Ticket: $20 per person - available at the door. Five Flights of Wine & Assorted Cheeses and Fruits

Contact Person: Willine Evans willineevans@gmail.com Thank you for your support of the Ocotillo Chapter NSDAR.

The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution was founded in 1890 to promote patriotism, preserve American history, and support better education for our nation's children. Its members are descended from the patriots who won American independence during the Revolutionary War. With more than 177,000 members in approximately 3,000 chapters worldwide, DAR is one of the World's largest and most active service organizations. To learn more about the work of today's DAR, visit http://www.dar.org or contact Willine Evans at willineevans@gmail.com and 623-551-3764.

BRIDGEWATER DEER VALLEY (2641 WEST UNION HILLS) A new senior living concept is opening on Union Hills and I-17. “We have developed a new senior living concept in Arizona that we believe is long overdue. Under the name Bridgewater Assisted Living, we are in process of converting the Plaza Inn & Suites, located at Union Hills and I-17, to a beautiful 166 room senior living community. Through the Low Income Housing Tax Credit program, we are able to offer seniors reduced rent (based on income) and if they choose optional care that provides the assistance needed for daily living. Our pricing model provides affordable care, much less than traditional private pay models. As I mentioned earlier, we feel there is huge need in our community and this product will allow seniors an option they may not of otherwise have had. Additionally, our team will assist seniors in products that may garner additional income such as Military Pension and Aid & Attendance. This program has been around since the late 1950’s and many wartime veterans and windows are unaware of this and other resources that may be available to assist them.”

Greg Corns VP Development & Acquisitions Solterra Senior Living

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GLENDALE UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT NEWS The Glendale Union High School District will host a teacher job fair on February 11. The event is from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Greenway High School, 3930 W. Greenway Road, Phoenix. It will take place in the media center. Teachers in all subjects, including science, math, special education, language arts and speech therapy, are being hired for the 2017-2018 school year. There are nine comprehensive high schools in the district, which encompasses parts of Glendale and Phoenix. More than 15,500 students are served each year. Academic achievement and the success of all students is a cornerstone of a GUHSD education. For more than a Century, GUHSD has been the school of choice for thousands of families. Built on a philosophy of high expectations and continuous improvement, the Glendale Union High School District has consistently been recognized by U.S. News & World Report’s America’s Top High Schools list. The district was named the Advanced Placement District of the Year for 2013; and schools are continuously earning placement as “A Ranked” schools by the Arizona Department of Education. Future GUHSD teachers must call to reserve a spot and schedule an interview, which will occur during the job fair. Please contact Ester Evans by calling 623-435-6017 to take advantage of this opportunity.

WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT NEWS WESD continues to STEAM forward! On February 1, the WESD celebrated the grand opening of a new makerspace at Cholla Middle School made possible thanks to a $50,000 grant from the Phoenix IDA and Arizona Community Foundation! This new collaborative learning space will give students the ability to share materials and learn new skills while enhancing the STEAM disciplines of curiosity, inquiry, creativity, exploration, collaboration, critical thinking and real-world problem solving. At the grand opening, students demonstrated their knowledge of robotics, circuitry, programming and coding at various stations for special guests from the Arizona Science Center, Grand Canyon University, Arizona State

University West campus, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, WESD administrators and Governing Board members. The event was also made possible with support from The Home Depot, Chick-fil-A and Baker Wee Bakery.

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Congrats to Principal Phil Garitson and his team for their dedication and hard work. We love the new makerspace, but don’t take our word for it! Check out what the students had to say by clicking the following link! https://youtu.be/1e2AvvE2Igg If you or someone you know has a future kindergartner, WESD is currently registering students for next school year. All WESD K-6 and K-8 schools offer free, full-day kindergarten. Registration materials can be downloaded from the WESD Web site www.wesdschools.org, click on the Registration tab, or you can pick up a registration packet at your neighborhood school. Children must be 5 years old before September 1, 2017 to be registered for kindergarten. Parents should remember to bring with them:

• A certified copy of the child's birth certificate;

• Immunization records;

• Proof of residence (e.g. lease agreement, escrow papers, recent utility bill); and

• Legal papers regarding custody, if applicable.

DEER VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

Apply online at: http://careers.dvusd.org/

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CITY MANAGER’S REPORT

Economic Development & Education Total Rental Car Center gross sales at the Sky Harbor Airport for 2016 were the second highest since the Rental Car Center opened in 2006. Rental car transactions for 2016 exceeded 2015 by over 2% and are the second highest since the RCC Rental Car Center. On Jan.13, Community and Economic Development Department (CEDD) staff met with the new owner of Cooper Aerial Surveys Co. The company is in growth mode, and currently employs 36 people across its five offices, with one of those being located in Hermosillo, Mexico. CEDD staff connected the owner with Phoenix Community Development Investment Corporation (PCDIC) regarding financing options for the owner to purchase the building they are currently leasing. PCDIC staff have directed the owner to appropriate funding options and will be following up with the company to ensure they receive the services needed. CEDD staff will also be providing the company with contacts at the City of Phoenix office in Hermosillo to facilitate connections with businesses in Hermosillo. On Jan. 24, hive @ central in Burton Barr Central Library will launch a new mentoring program, “Startup Mentor Network,” a collaboration with the City of Phoenix Community and Economic Development and the Planning and Development departments. The program’s goal is to further assist those who may be interested in starting a business in the City and need assistance searching for property, understanding the contractual process of leasing, and more. On Jan. 13, Public Works staff attended a composting and recycling kickoff event at the Bioscience High School. Staff spoke to the school’s Green Leapers team about implementing a composting and recycling program and provided an overview of compostable and recyclable items.

Neighborhoods and Livability The Housing, Police, Neighborhood Services, and Parks and Recreation departments, together with Phoenix Revitalization, are inviting the community to the 2017 Central City South Community Connection Fair. This family-friendly event brings residents together with social service agencies and community resources around free food, entertainment, and raffle prizes. The event is scheduled for March 4, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., at Henson Park, 830 W. Tonto St. Office of Arts and Culture staff convened the first community outreach meeting regarding a potential Latino Cultural Center with consultant Evonne Gallardo at the Burton Barr Library on Jan. 17. Ms. Gallardo defined the scope of the capital needs and feasibility study for a new cultural center and began a process to solicit feedback from stakeholders and community members throughout the city. The study and business plan are scheduled for completion in May 2017. Language on the phoenix.gov homepage has been updated from saying “pay your City Services Bill” to “City Services Bill.” With this change the Water Services Department can now communicate all items on the city

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services bill rather than only providing a payment option. This update provides residents with a simplified information format. Customer Service is also available at a new email address: www.payonline@phoenix.gov. Jan. 19-23, the Craft and Hobby Association ‘Creativation” Tradeshow brought 8,000 estimated delegates to the Phoenix Convention Center. Formed in 2004, the Craft and Hobby Association is an international, not-for-profit trade association focused on developing the craft and creative industries across the U.S. and the world. Members include suppliers, buyers, designers, professional makers, educators, digital content creators and manufacturer representatives. This is the first time Phoenix has hosted this show, and the group is contracted to return in 2018 and 2019. Jan. 26-28 an estimated 3,000 people will attend the OASIS Gift Show at the Phoenix Convention Center. The Organization of Associated Salespeople in the Southwest returns for the first of its semi-annual tradeshows held each year at the Convention Center (the second show takes place in the Fall). On Sat., Jan. 28, the 21st Annual National Trail Trek will be held at South Mountain Park. This event celebrates South Mountain’s “National Trail” which is a historic and beautiful trail that stretches from Pina Canyon to the ridgeline at San Juan Lookout. The 15.5-mile hike will give hikers the chance to witness the abundant wildlife native to South Mountain.

Social Services Delivery The Housing Supportive Services Program has partnered with ARIZONA@WORK Phoenix to make both Marcos de Niza and Henson Village affiliate ARIZONA@WORK sites. This will include $115,000 in funding to replace antiquated computer equipment with new technology and software to promote digital literacy and employment services at both sites. Marcos de Niza is the recipient of the 2016 HUD’s Job’s Plus grant and will be a new affiliate site with funding to replace equipment at the Neighborhood Network Center. Henson Village has been a satellite site since 2004 providing services to Henson Village and the larger community. As Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) becomes more widely recognized in the fire service, requests for information on the issue have increased. From Jan. 24-26 members of the Fire Department’s Community Assistance Program will be addressing PTSD as part of a peer support webcast program. This workshop will give an overview of successful peer support programs and resources available to members who have behavioral health concerns.

Public Safety On Jan. 25, Emergency Preparedness staff participated in a 2017 Final Four Phoenix Table Top Exercise. The City of Phoenix Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Management is facilitating the exercises for upcoming Final Four-related events occurring within the City of Phoenix in March and April 2017. The exercise will serve as gap analysis and improvement planning tools for the City of Phoenix and its stakeholders. Other participants include representatives from Phoenix Fire, Police, and various other local, county, and state agencies. Office of Environmental Programs staff and Aviation Environmental staff attended a kickoff meeting for the Arizona 161st Air National Guard site investigation for perfluorinated compounds (PFC), specifically looking

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at firefighting foam. The Department of Defense is working with all its bases to investigate this emerging containment identified by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The 161st Air National Guard is a tenant at Sky Harbor International Airport. A site walk was conducted and a work plan is being prepared by the consultant to identify locations for sampling.

Infrastructure Planning and Development staff held a pre-application meeting for a 379-unit luxury apartment project on approximately 23 acres at Mayo Boulevard and 64th Street. This is a parcel within a master planned area that is currently going through a master site plan approval process. There are washes on this site that must be mitigated by the developer. This site is also located in a 100-year flood plain. ADOT and Connect 202 Partners has developed a construction timeline for the South Mountain Freeway that includes general information on when construction will begin along the freeway corridor and what activity will be occurring. Updates on the construction schedule have been provided to the Laveen, Maryvale, Estrella, and Ahwatukee Foothills Village Planning Committees. It is important for residents to sign up for electronic ADOT construction notices at www.southmountainfreeway.com/followus so to see when their neighborhood streets and intersections will be impacted. The Office of Environmental Programs assisted in preparing and submitting a comment letter to Volkswagen regarding the company’s recent settlement regarding emissions. The letter encourages Volkswagen to fund infrastructure in the City and region to develop electric vehicle charging facilities and support future purchases of electric vehicles. Volkswagen is preparing to allocate part of its $2 billion pool of settlement funds. These monies are legally restricted to zero-emission vehicle charging infrastructure and outreach activities. OEP also coordinated the letter submittal with Valley of the Sun Clean Cities Coalition, which submitted a separate proposal.

What We Do Matters Emergency Resource Center: On Jan. 19, Human Services staff assisted the Phoenix Police and Fire Departments in relocating and connecting vulnerable residents displaced from housing as a result of an investigation into unsafe housing conditions and other crimes committed by the landlord at two multi-family housing properties in Phoenix. Staff worked with a multitude of community partners including: Mercy Maricopa Integrated Care, Dignity Health, Community Bridges, Terros; EMPACT-La Fontera, Phoenix Rescue Mission, A New Life, United Methodist Outreach Ministries, Foundation for Senior Living, Human Services Campus Welcome Center, Adult Protective Services, and Grand Canyon University School of Nursing to engage, assess, and connect individuals to service. Sixty-six individuals were contacted at the two properties, of which 43 elected to go to the Emergency Resource Center staged nearby, and 37 were placed in emergency shelter, treatment or housing and connected to behavioral health services. Several individuals received immediate placement in assisted living, several received emergency medical services including detox, several received assistance with prescription medication, and everyone received a warm lunch.

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GREAT CHARITIES TO DONATE TO: ANIMAL CRUELTY TASK FORCE: Need cases of water, 5 lb. bags of dog/cat food, bowls, towels, collars and leashes. Bring items to our DVPNBWO / BMCA Meetings on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at the DVCC or drop them off anytime at the Black Mountain Precinct at 33355 North Cave Creek Road, Phoenix AZ, 85331. ANTHEM PETS Animal Rescue: A Voice for the Voiceless http://anthempets.org/ 480-287-3542 ARIZONA PAWS & CLAWS www.azpawsandclaws.com FETCH FOUNDATION: please go to the following site: www.fetchfoundation.com/Newsflash/the-fido-bag-program M.A.I.N. What We Do - M.A.I.N. - Medical Animals In Need, Dog Rescue in Phoenix Arizona Kelly Ferreira 480-245-9203 President / Medical Animals In Need www.medicalanimalsinneed.com Together we save lives! MINI MIGHTY MUTTS for more information, contact Angie Crouse at 480-304-5654 or info@minimightymutts.com Also check out our website at www.minimightymutts.com Mini Mighty Mutts is a 501(c) 3 organization. We rescue the underdog! OPERATION CARE FOOD BANK located in North Phoenix, a non-profit Christian organization committed to helping those in need with food and clothing. For additional information, please call 602-866-0135, or visit: info@operationcarefoodbank.org

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CONTACT DISTRICT 1 Councilwoman Thelda Williams

City of Phoenix

200 West Washington Street 11th Floor

Phoenix, Arizona 85003-1611 (602) 262-7444

council.district.1@phoenix.gov