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Dear Friends,
As we continue to experience another beautiful Arizona spring,
I would like to highlight one of my favorite parts of the valley, our Maricopa
County Regional Parks and Trails.
With more than 110,000 acres of land and 1,521 miles of
trails, there are countless ways in which to experience the breathtaking views our
county has to offer. From Lake Pleasant Regional Park, to Spur Cross Ranch, and
over to Cave Creek Regional Park, our Maricopa County Parks system provides
clean, sustainable parks that offer incredible experiences through sponsored events
and personal recreation.
I encourage all of us to get out and take in the rest of our
spring season by stopping in and checking out any of the regional parks in
District 3 and throughout the county. I have highlighted a few specific parks
and the events associated with them below.
All my best,
Bill Gates
Visit the new Maricopa County Website - Maricopa.gov
 Click the picture above to visit the Maricopa County Parks website.
With more than
110,000 acres, Maricopa County is home to one of the largest regional parks
systems in the nation. The County’s park system is made up of open
spaces that include campgrounds, nature centers, nature themed playgrounds,
hundreds of miles of trails, and so much more! The nearest regional parks to District 3 are Lake Pleasant, Spur Cross Ranch, Cave Creek, and Adobe Dam.
We invite you to take part in the numerous events held at each of our regional parks. A list of Lake Pleasant events can be found below!
Stargazing at
the Desert Outdoor Center
03/18/2017 07:30 PM MST
Desert Outdoor Center at Lake Pleasant Join local
astronomy experts, Tony and Carole La Conte, from Stargazing for Everyone, on
Saturday, March 18 from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the Desert Outdoor Center at Lake
Pleasant as they bring the universe, planets and information about the spring
equinox and the stars of the winter circle to you!
Exploring the
Cottonwood Trail
03/18/2017 12:00 PM MST
Lake Pleasant Regional Park Come exploring with
Naturalist Frank!
Hit the Target
Archery 101 Class
03/18/2017 09:00 AM MST
Lake Pleasant Regional Park Learn how to shoot an
arrow from a bow! Archery 101 Class
Learn About Lake
Kayaking
03/17/2017 02:00 PM MST
Lake Pleasant Regional Park Learn About Lake
Kayaking!
Pleasant Paddlers
Program-Island Hop Breakfast Easy Paddle
03/17/2017 09:00 AM MST
Lake Pleasant Regional Park Let's go for a fun
"Island Hop Breakfast' paddle
Having Fun with
Petroglyphs
03/16/2017 01:00 PM MST
Lake Pleasant Regional Park Find out about
petroglyphs through a fun craft making experience!
Wildflower
Walk at Spur Cross
03/15/2017 09:00 AM
MST
Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area Come and see
what’s blooming in Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area. This easy walk will
showcase some of the spectacular wildflowers found in the park and explore the
beauty of the conservation area.
Sunset
Ride and Fireside!
03/17/2017 06:00 PM
MST
Cave Creek Regional Park Ride off into the sunset
along one of our scenic Sonoran Desert mountain trails! After your ride, mosey
on over to the Nature Center for some fireside fun with Ranger Mark. He'll
provide the marshmallows for you to roast while we enjoy the owls hooting and
the coyotes howling!
Supervisor Bill Gates and Phoenix Vice Mayor Laura Pastor attending the Beneficial Beans ribbon cutting at the Burton Barr Library, a Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center project (SARRC). |
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Open Conversation with Supervisor Gates
New River / Desert Hills / Anthem Area
Next Meeting - March 21
Date:
3rd Tuesday of the Month
Time: Noon - 2:00 PM
Where: Daisy Mountain Fire Department
43814 N. New River Road
New River, AZ 85087
Dates: March 21, April 18, May 16, June 20
July & August - No Meeting, Summer Break
County Coffee with Supervisor Gates
Next Meeting - April 6
Date:
1st Thursday of the Month
Time: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Where: Deer Valley Airport Restaurant
702 W. Deer Valley Rd # B,
Phoenix, AZ 85027
Dates: April 6, May
4*, June 1
July & August - No Meeting, Summer Break
*Location TBD
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Supervisor Gates speaks to constituents at the first County Coffee of 2017. |
Teen Book Discussion
Tues. Mar. 14 @ 3:45-4:45 pm
What are you reading? Come to the library to share your reading experience with other teens! Get some suggestions on what to read next! Go home with a free book!
Registration is recommended - it helps us know how many snacks to have!
PLEASE NOTE: Closed for
Renovations
Sat. Mar. 18 - Mon.
Mar. 27
The North Valley Regional branch will be
closed for renovations from Saturday, 3/18 - Monday, 3/27 (re-opening
Tuesday, Mar. 28).
To prepare for the work, public use computers must be removed on Friday,
3/17.
For more information on the North Valley Regional Library and other library programs click here.
 Maricopa
County Cooperative Extension plays a unique role by bringing the University of
Arizona to both urban and rural Maricopa County. Cooperative Extension provides
practical information and education to help people make their lives better.
Outreach efforts translate relevant research into effective practices that
people can put to immediate use in their homes and businesses. Extension has educational programs that address
plants and landscapes, gardens, farming, turfgrass, nutrition, agricultural
literacy, early child care, autism, and our 4-H youth development areas. Give us call to talk to an expert, stop by
the office, or visit our website/Facebook to get more information and learn
about the exciting programs offered through your Maricopa County Cooperative
Extension.
Find us at: 4341 E Broadway
Rd., Phoenix.
Phone: 602-827-8200;
Fax: 602-827-8292.
Check us out at: https://extension.arizona.edu/maricopa
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 Did you know that Maricopa County has a Master Gardener through our Maricopa County Extension?
Do you have a Garden or Landscape Question?
Plant Help Desk - Master Gardeners answer phone calls, emails and identify plants or pests.
Phone: 602-827-8201
Email: MaricopaCountyPlantHotline@gmail.com (link sends e-mail)
Address: Bring in a plant or pest sample. Maricopa County Cooperative Extension Building 4341 E. Broadway Rd Phoenix, AZ 85040
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Supervisor Gates giving the invocation at the Arizona Chamber of Commerce Eggs and Issues breakfast with Congressman Schweikert. |
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Plan for 10 Weekend
Closures of Interstate 17 Beginning March 17, 2017.
The Interstate 17
(I-17) will undergo a pavement preservation project throughout the spring of 2017.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
visit www.azdot.gov
or contact ADOT:
855.712.8530
projects@azdot.gov
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Click on the photo to watch Supervisor Gates comment on the opening of the Southwest Regional Court Center |
If you need to apply for a Liquor License within unincorporated Maricopa County please see the important information below:
File: your application with the Maricopa County Clerk of the Board's
Office.
When: all applications need to be submitted 21 days prior to a Formal Board of Supervisors' meeting date.
Please see more detail about Liquor Licenses and other county permits in the link below:
http://www.maricopa.gov/694/Licenses-Permits
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Race Day April 1, 2017
Experience the excitement! It's no joke!
www.Pricklypedal.com
Volunteers still needed! Sign up HERE today!
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