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Yesterday, the City of Mesa announced continued proactive measures targeting the community spread of COVID-19. Those steps include adjusting the availability and staffing of public facilities and modifying library, recreation, and art programs. Learn more at this link. Mesa has and will continue to focus staff, resources, and efforts towards essential services like police, fire, solid waste, transportation, water and energy services, and more.
The City has launched two positive initiatives: #InspireMesa and Mesa Cares (find details in our news listing below). And, you can always find the latest city updates including facility closures, changes to programs/services, general information, and resources on our COVID-19 page.
We bring you our Living Green News at a time when many of you may be struggling to comprehend this new world in which we find ourselves. While we may be anxious about what the future holds, we’ve been fortunate to have a dazzling spring (thanks to recent rains) that has encouraged a flush of new growth and flowers in our landscapes. Spring reminds us of this powerful act of nature that symbolizes the revival of life – something we can all use during these uncertain times. We hope that what we’re sharing below will provide you with some measure of distraction, productive instructions or ideas, and even some fun activities for your kids while you stay at home together. Nature heals.
Stay home, stay healthy, stay connected.
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CELEBRATE NATURE: We've listed ten ways to make a positive impact on the planet. |
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Earth Day: April 22 – Happening since 1970, Earth Day turns 50 this year. How can we celebrate with the social distancing requirements of the coronavirus pandemic? Learn more on our Earth Day page along with 50+ tips that you can do at home.
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Arbor Day:April 24 (it’s always the last Friday in April) is a holiday just for trees! Plant a tree, do something nice for your existing trees, learn more about proper tree care to keep your trees healthy and beautiful. Our Arbor Day site has everything you need to learn more.
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Water Awareness Month: April is Water Awareness Month, a great time to learn about one of our most precious resources, water! We're overflowing with ideas, tips, and resources to help you conserve water and save money.
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Every Saturday: Mesa Farmers Market and Flea Currently open 8-11 a.m. Delicious breads, fresh produce, and more. You can now preorder and pickup curbside so that you can return home quickly with your groceries. Find a compiled list of ordering links online. |
Solid Waste UPDATES
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Has your waste generation increased due to spending more time at home? See our YouTube video for tips.
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Trash & Recycling Update: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and its negative impact on the City’s budget, temporary measures have been implemented to aid in uninterrupted trash service during this time. There will be no change to your trash or recycle collection days.
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Household Hazardous Waste Facility: We apologize for the inconvenience but out of an abundance of caution, the facility will be CLOSED until further notice. Please hold onto items if you can safely do so until it reopens.
Plant Something! Many plant nurseries are offering pickup or delivery services. Here’s a list of local garden centers and an easy way to find one near you. Be sure to call to inquire about their process.
Prepare Your Landscape for Summer’s Sizzle With our stay-at-home executive order, it might be a great time to get some much-needed yardwork done. Our checklist will help.
Tip Tank Check out Tip Tank, our newly updated online matching game for kids (and adults). A productive way to spend time indoors. Learn great water-saving tips while you play & try to keep the fish tank full of water. |
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Mesa CARES created to meet community needs due to COVID-19 As a way to establish connection with our community, the City of Mesa has created Mesa CARES, a citywide initiative to assess community needs resulting from COVID-19. These outreach efforts..
Mesa launches #InspireMesa to uplift and encourage connectedness in community Mesa residents can help raise the spirits of our community by participating in #InspireMesa, a grassroots digital campaign to show that we are still connected and can support each other despite staying at home…
Census 2020 now available online The 2020 U.S. Census is Mesa's once in a decade opportunity to make sure everyone in the City is counted. For the first time ever, you can respond online or via a call center...
Cities Dedicated to Continued Delivery of Safe and Secure Water The safety and security of Arizona’s water supplies is a top priority for the ten AMWUA cities. Each AMWUA municipality is committed to ensuring you have water service every day of every year. Sometimes situations…
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Mowing Down Pollution Program Recycle you gas powered lawn equipment and get a $200 voucher towards the purchase of a new electric or battery powered equipment. This is an effort to improve air quality and reduce air pollution produced by gasoline powered lawn and garden equipment… |
Plant of the Month: Coral Fountain One of the best plants for warm-season color. Deep orange flowers attract both humans and hummingbirds. From our Water – Use It Wisely site.
A Green & Local Too-Do List for the Housebound Local First Arizona is sharing ideas for keeping busy while still making a positive impact over the coming weeks. Find info on green cleaning, gardening, a home water audit, recycling and more.
Buy or Remodel Green for Comfort, Health, and Water Efficiency Buying a new home or remodeling an existing one offers an opportunity to improve the comfort, health, and performance of your home
April Issue of Green Living Magazine In this Earth Day issue, find articles on urban farming, 50 years of EPA’s existence, eating green, and other great ideas for green living. It’s the premier AZ eco-conscious lifestyle magazine… |
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April 21 Nurturing Mindful Connections to Nature, 10-11 a.m. ASU Events Online. In celebration of Earth Day, turn hardship into kinship. Celebrate by reveling in the ways nature nurtures our spirits and creates a sense of unconditional belonging even in times when we must practice social distancing.
Throughout April Urban Farm U Online Classes Learn about Vermicomposting (worms), Seed Saving, Patio Farming, Edible Weeds and more from Greg Peterson’s Urban Farm.
 While sheltering in place, we have an idea for Water Awareness Month. Check out our interactive Know-Your-H2O Water Calculator to see how much water your household should be using. Get the kids to help. The result? You could #savewater & money on your water bill.
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