|
Help Prevent Garbage Truck Fires
Click image to watch video
There has been a recent rise in garbage truck fires due to hazardous materials being placed in trash and recycle containers. Items such as batteries, fireworks, pool chemicals, propane tanks and paint materials can combust and ignite when compacted with other materials in a garbage truck. Even containers that appear to be empty can create a safety hazard.
Keep our staff and community safe by not placing these types of items in your trash or recycle containers. Mesa residents can bring many types of hazardous materials, at no additional cost, to our Household Hazardous Materials Facility for recycling and proper disposal. Mesa businesses should contact a private hazardous waste disposal company for available options.
It's BBQ season. Placing hot coals in your trash container should also be avoided to prevent fire hazards. Be safe and make sure coals are fully extinguished before discarding.
Did you know? The Federal Government recently created the Affordable Connectivity Program which provides eligible households with $30 per month off their internet bills and the City of Mesa is helping to spread the word! To find out if you are eligible, visit getinternet.gov or contact your internet service provider directly.
It Pays to Check for Leaks!
Has your water use gone up and you think you might have a leak? Watch our 32-second video to see how easy it is to check your water meter to determine if you might have a leak. If you have one but are not sure where, find ways to isolate the leak from our online find and fix leaks guide. You’ll save water and keep more cash in your pocket.
|
Keep the Splash in Your Pool
Warmer temperatures mean it’s swimming pool season. We’ve got tips and info for keeping the splash in your pool and spa. Learn about how to check for leaks, draining and backwashing, alternative pool and spa care, and more. If you have an automatic refilling device, check your pool periodically for leaks, as they can go unnoticed, waste a lot of water and cost you money.
|
Removing Grass and Planting Shade (Trees) Saves Money and More!
Did you know that grass landscapes use twice as much water as desert landscaping? Converting grass into an attractive low-water-using landscape is one of the best ways to conserve water and energy, save money on your water bill and reduce maintenance. June through September is the best time to remove bermudagrass. The City of Mesa offers a Grass-to-Xeriscape Landscape Incentive to our residential water customers. By removing at least 500 square feet or more of established and living grass and replacing it with low-water-use plants, you may qualify to receive $500. Take advantage of our ‘Trees Are Cool’ bonus and get an extra $50 when you add one tree and $75 when you include two as part of your new landscape. There are landscape and irrigation incentive opportunities for non-residential customers, too. Check out our grass-to-Xeriscape page for more information Please note: Completed projects are not eligible to apply.
|
Summer Public Pool Hours & Pass Sale
We are so excited to open all our pools this summer! Please follow @mesaparksandrec on Instagram and City of Mesa Parks and Recreation on Facebook for updates about pool hours throughout the summer including closures due to weather and other events.
Also, join us for endless summer fun by purchasing a Summer Family or Individual Swim Pass! Passes are valid for unlimited public swim visits at all City of Mesa pools from May 28 – September 5. Passes are ON SALE NOW until May 27 for $125 for families of 6 people and $45 for individuals. Additional family members can be added to your family pass for $25 if you have purchased the family pass already. Pool hours vary by location. Prices increase on May 28, so get your pass today!
|
Natural Gas Pipelines in your Community
Line markers are used to identify the presence of a natural gas pipeline in the area. A natural gas pipeline marker will display three things:
- Name of pipeline operator
- Material being transported
- Emergency contact information
Gas pipelines may be buried in an area that you would not expect. Because of this, it is essential to understand and recognize the signs of a natural gas leak.
- Smell: Rotten egg odor
- Hear: Unusual blowing or hissing sound coming from a pipeline
- See: Unusual changes to the soil, dead or dying vegetation, dirt or debris blowing in the air, standing water bubbling
If you suspect a natural gas leak, evacuate the area immediately! Get to a safe location and call 480-644-4277 or 911.
|
Blue Barrel Recycling Program Update
A recent update was provided to City Council on Mesa’s Blue Barrel Recycling Program. Video update available at MesaRecycles.org.
The best way to manage our growing waste stream is to first reduce the amount of trash we generate, then reuse what we already have and, finally, recycle right. Not sure if something is accepted in Mesa’s blue barrel? Use the Recycle Right Wizard. Simply type in the name of the item and the wizard will assist you in determining the best disposal method. Available at MesaRecycles.org or on the MesaNow App.
|
Dog Days of Summer
With the dog days of summer upon us, Mesa Animal Control is reminding residents to protect their pets as temperatures rises in Arizona.
Check out these safety tips:
- Temperatures inside a car can increase by 20 degrees in just 10 minutes! If the weather is warm, leave your animals at home.
- Call 911 if you see an animal locked in a vehicle.
- Water evaporates faster in hotter temperatures, so make sure your animals have an adequate supply of water in a plastic bowl.
- Shade and shelter from the heat are just as important as water; make sure your animal has access to adequate shade throughout the day.
|
Volunteers Needed for Titan Solar Power Arizona Celebration of Freedom
Volunteers are needed for the coolest independence festival in the state! There are multiple times and shifts available including kids’ zone, splash zone, entertainment and information booths. Volunteers will receive a commemorative t-shirt (while supplies last), plenty of snacks and cool drinks during your shift, and be entered into a raffle for gift cards, goodies and a grand prize. Volunteers must be 16 years of age or 14 if accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Save the date for Monday, July 4, at 263 N. Center Street, Downtown Mesa. This is not just another fireworks show, but a celebration of America’s freedom and independence culminating with a spectacular pyrotechnic show and salute to America. This will be an event to remember and we hope you can be a part of it!
|
Balloon Blackouts
Mylar Balloons and Power Lines Don’t Mix
With all the graduation parties and other celebrations occurring, it’s a great time to remind everyone of the danger of mixing Mylar balloons and power lines.
Mylar balloons are metallic and when they touch a power line, it can cause a dangerous short circuit leading to a power outage, fire and serious injuries.
For your safety and the safety of others:
- Never release balloons outside
- Keep balloons away from power lines
- Don’t touch balloons entangled in wires
- Always tie balloons to a weight
- Puncture, deflate, and dispose of balloons properly
If you see a balloon caught in a power line or a downed line, call 480-644-2262 or 911. Never attempt to retrieve anything entangled in power lines.
|
Complete Library Survey for a Chance to Win an iPad Mini
Whether you are a member of Mesa Public Library or not, your feedback is important! Take the library survey to help us to identify areas where we can improve services and better understand the needs in our community. The survey takes less than 10 minutes to complete, and your answers will be anonymous. Plus, you can enter a drawing to win an iPad mini!
|
|
|
MIRAGE SUMMER MUSIC SERIES
Saturdays, June 25 - August 27
7:30 p.m.
The Mirage Summer Music Series features a collection of national, international and local musicians with shows from June 25 to August 27 and is the perfect way to beat the summer heat!
This eclectic ten-show line-up offers Jazz, Folk, Soul, World, Classical and much more.
|
MATT FRASER AMERICA'S TOP PSYCHIC MEDIUM
July 9
8 p.m.
Matt Fraser is America’s Top Psychic Medium and star of the hit television series on E! Entertainment. His readings lead guests through a rollercoaster of emotions from laughing to crying, turning skeptics into believers with stunning details. His dynamic readings frequently include names, dates and locations he couldn’t possibly know, only adding to his long-established reputation. Matt’s uncanny abilities and extreme accuracy have allowed him to reach millions worldwide from A-list celebrities and influencers to everyday people looking to get in touch with those they have lost.
|
Summer Art Studio and Summer Arts in Service classes
Adults, teens and youth find your creative spark by immersing yourself in the extraordinary world of making art with classes in Glass, Jewelry, Welding, Ceramics, Printmaking, Blacksmithing Theater, Podcasting, Dance and much more!
To register for Mesa Arts Center Summer Art Studios classes, visit mesaartscenter.com or call the Mesa Arts Center box office during business hours at (480) 644-6520.
Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum Summer 2022 Exhibition
May-August 2022
Summer exhibitions include Monica Aissa Martinez’s Nothing In Stasis, depicting the intricate structures and complex diversities of living organisms. Laloland, a retrospective exhibition of Lalo Cota’s Chicano low-rider culture and Mexican folk art-inspired work from the last 20 years. In Choice Cuts, Lanner Tanner reexamines how advertisers have historically reinforced hierarchical power structures that exiled women to domestic spaces and men to industry. Somos Southwest highlights the private collection of Chicano Art from the last five decades from the Judson C. Ball and Nancy Sue Ball collection. Sanctuary, Eliza Au’s exhibition, investigates the role patterns play in sacred spaces, and how these spaces facilitate and fulfill the human quest for meaning and understanding of the unknown.
Arizona Museum of Natural History Summer Camps
Prehistoric Preschool
June 13, 15, 20, 22
8 - 10 a.m.
The Prehistoric Preschool program is for children 4- 5 years old. This fun- filled dinosaur morning program runs for 4 days over a 2-week period. It includes creative movement, crafts, and special interactive gallery activities.
Fee for the 4-day series (June 13, 15, 20 and 22) is $100 or $80 for members.
Dino Discovery
July 11- 15
8 - 10 a.m.
Dino Discovery is for children 6 – 10 years old. They will learn about the extraordinary age of the dinosaurs! This program is designed for children to explore the science of paleontology, the history of the earth, dinosaurs and other remarkable creatures who lived here then too! Each day includes specialty tours, experiments, fossils, games, crafts and snacks.
Fee for the 5-day session (July 11 thru 15) is $140 or $115 for Members.
Preregistration is required.
|
|
|
|
|
