Mesa’s Water Outlook

You may have heard about a looming shortage on the Colorado River - but there is much more to this story. Each valley city has its own water outlook and Mesa has long prepared for shortages through careful planning and a robust water portfolio. Mesa residents would not be affected by initial shortages on the river. Follow the City of Mesa on social media and stay tuned for our series of posts about Mesa's water including some of the innovative ways we expand our water resources and operate efficiently to ensure a sound water future. Mesa Water Resources still encourages you to use water efficiently - because it's the right thing to do. Check out our Water Conservation resources to help you save water and money.

Water Conservation

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Earth Day - April 22

Earth-Friendly Ideas for Earth Day

Earth Day, celebrated each year on April 22, reminds us about the many ways we can protect our planet to have a lasting and positive impact. Mesa is taking action on climate change by adopting an aspirational Climate Action Plan with programs that prioritize renewable energy and reduced carbon emissions. We invite our community members to take action from your homes and businesses, too. Find earth-friendly and easy-to-implement action steps below, and find 50+ more ideas by visiting Mesaaz.gov/Sustainability.

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

Reducing waste is our best option in managing our waste stream. It minimizes the use of resources and extends the life of our landfills. Avoid single-use and single-serving packaging. We should then reuse what we have and extend the life of our products. Reusable water bottles and shopping bags are easy alternatives to incorporate in our daily lives. Finally, we should recycle but recycle right.  Placing non-accepted items does more harm than good to Mesa’s recycling program. And of course, when purchasing items, make sure to look for items made from post-consumer recycled material. For more information, visit MesaReycles.org.

Save Water in Your Landscape

By removing grass and replacing it with a Xeriscape – a water-wise landscape – you can save water and money each month. We even have an incentive up to $575 to help you do so and to plant a tree, too. In fact, while marking your calendar, April 30 is Arbor Day, a day set aside for planting or caring for your trees. Find out if you qualify for the incentive including our “Trees Are Cool” program by visiting Mesaaz.gov/Conservation.

Recycle Tip: Break down cardboard boxes

With the continued popularity of online shopping, we have seen an increase in cardboard recycling.  Unfortunately, if boxes are not properly broken down, it interferes with the collection process.

• Boxes can become wedged in the barrel and do not come out when serviced by the truck
• Boxes can be too large to fit in the opening of the truck
• Overloaded barrels may not be serviced

We appreciate you removing all packaging and breaking down boxes before placing them in your recycle barrel.  This will ensure you have plenty of space for all your recyclables and eliminate any disruption in your collection service. Learn more about our trash and recycling services at Mesaaz.gov/waste.

April is National Safe Digging Month

National Safe Digging Month is a reminder to anyone who excavates or digs:  to call 811 or visit arizona811.com!  The results of a recent national survey revealed that 42% of homeowners who plan to dig this year for projects like landscaping, installing a fence or mailbox, building a deck or patio and other DIY projects, will put themselves and their communities at risk by not calling 811.

Some utility lines may be buried at shallow depths where an unintended shovel thrust can be dangerous and costly. Locating buried utilities is the simplest, easiest way to prevent accidental damage. This keeps everyone safe and protects the vital utilities we rely on every day.

No matter the size of the project, you must request underground utility locating at least two full working days before you begin. IT’S FREE AND IT’S THE LAW!

For more information, call 811 or visit

arizona811.com   

Emergency Rental and Utility Assistance

The City of Mesa continues to accept applications for the 2021 Emergency Rental and Utility Assistance Program (ERAP) in response to COVID-19’s financial impact to Mesa residents. Funded through the U.S. Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021, the program provides rent and utility assistance to prevent eviction and homelessness.

To qualify, you must be a City of Mesa resident impacted by COVID through a significant lifechanging event such as loss of job, reduced hours and medical expenses. Your household monthly gross income must be at or below 80 percent of the median depending on the number of household members.

Applicants to the 2021 ERAP program must have documentation including a photo ID, proof of income for all household members for the last 60 days, a current lease agreement and a current utility bill. Assistance is based on availability of funding.

Online and paper applications are available at:

Program Information

Monterey Park Virtual Public Meeting

Thursday, May 13, 2021
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Please join us for this online live Virtual Public Meeting to learn about the City of Mesa, Monterey Park Sports Fields project. There will be a presentation showing the site layout, four (4) LED lighted sports fields, LED lighted parking lot, landscape, hardscape, irrigation improvements and a shipping container pop-up library with support facilities.

The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session where you can provide your input or have your questions answered. This meeting will be specific to this project which is located at 7045 E Monterey Ave at the NE corner of Power Rd. & Guadalupe Rd.

This project was made possible by Mesa voters in the 2018 General Obligation Bond Election. 

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this project, please contact City of Mesa Engineering Public Relations Department at 480-644-3800. 

Register to Attend

Mesa Public Libraries are Open

All three Mesa Public Library locations are open Monday – Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Building occupancy is limited, and COVID-19 Code of Conduct is in place. Self-service options are available, including self-checkout and self-pay stations. Limited computer use is available. Other services and collections may be limited.

Need a library card? You can apply for one online and we will mail it to you. Or stop by any of our locations during our regular hours to get a card.

Park & Pick-Up curbside service is available at all three locations by appointment through the myLIBRO app Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Request library materials online through our catalog, then pick them up from the comfort and safety of your car.

Mesalibrary.org

Viewing Area at Falcon Field Airport

If you’re looking for a new place to get outdoors, Mesa’s Falcon Field Airport offers a unique opportunity for all ages! Bring your morning coffee or a picnic lunch and enjoy the airport’s aircraft viewing patio! The shaded patio faces the aircraft parking ramp and offers close-up views of fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters on the ramp, taxiways and runways. Located at the airport terminal building, the patio features amphitheater-style seating as well as a picnic table and rocking chairs set amid desert landscaping. Free binoculars are available for an even better view as the aircraft take off, land and hover! Free public parking is located in front of the terminal. Enter the terminal through the front door, proceed through the lobby, and access the patio from the back door. The patio is open to the public 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday through Thursday. For more information, call Falcon Field Airport at 480-644-2450.