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New Look, New Name!
Welcome to our MesaNow Newsletter! We present you the next iteration of Open Line. While it has a new look and name, we promise to continue to deliver important and useful information about our city services, programs and policies. We’ve also added upcoming events and meeting calendars to keep you engaged in your local government. Finally, we encourage you to scroll to the bottom to learn more about your councilmembers and get in touch with them. We hope you enjoy reading MesaNow.
We are undertaking the development of a Communitywide Electric Vehicle (EV) Adoption Master Plan. The Plan will help guide decisions on policy and infrastructure investments that accelerate the community transition to EVs.
We want your input! What is your experience and understanding of EVs? Where are EV charging stations needed in the community? Visit the project page today to give to participate.
"Trees Are Cool" Initiative
Mesa Mayor John Giles announced the "Trees Are Cool" initiative to increase shade across Mesa, lower the urban heat island effect in our neighborhoods and cool our communities during the hot summer months. > Read More
Apply for Mesa College Promise Program
Mesa high school students can apply for funds and support services of the Mesa College Promise program March 1 through July 15, 2023. Mesa College Promise is a commitment from the City of Mesa to its residents that all eligible graduating Mesa high school students can attend Mesa Community College for two years with Arizona resident tuition and fees fully funded. > Read More
Mesa Partners with United Food Bank to Reduce Food Insecurity
Mesa City Council has approved an agreement with United Food Bank to allocate $5 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) federal funds over three years to help curtail food insecurity. With each $1 contribution providing 5 meals, Mesa's donation to the food bank will help provide a total of 25 million meals. > Read More
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ICYMI - State of the City 2023
Excess Flow Valves
As an additional safety measure, the City of Mesa installs Excess Flow Valves (EFVs) on new/renewed gas service lines serving single and multi-family residences and small commercial services. EFVs are designed to limit the flow of gas if the line is broken or severely damaged. If you have an existing EFV, it is typically installed at the service line connection to the gas main or at the customer’s property line and can be identified by a washer on the meter riser.
It is important to note that an EFV does not entirely shut off the gas flow. A minimal amount of gas may bleed by. The gas may not be escaping under full pressure, but there will typically be enough gas to provide a gas odor, indicating there is a problem. If you see or suspect damage to a service line or smell gas, call 480-644-4277 or 911.
Read additional information, to verify if your service has an EFV, or ask about requirements and costs to have one installed.
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Newspapers at your fingertips
Mesa Public Library offers free and unlimited online access to the Wall Street Journal, New York Times and the Arizona Republic. Enjoy unrestricted articles and more from your computer, tablet or phone. Learn more about program features and how to activate your newspaper subscriptions from home.
Not yet a cardholder? Get instant access to all library downloadables and research databases with an eCard.
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Bike to Work Day
Wednesday, April 19
7 a.m. to 9 a.m.
The Plaza @ Mesa City Center
56 E. Main St.
RSVP
The annual event encourages commuters to bike to work (or wherever you need to go), helping save money, improve health and lower stress levels — all while reducing traffic congestion and improving air quality. We are excited to announce that 2023 will be the first year the event will be open to anyone who lives, works or enjoys spending time in Mesa. You can join the group ride OR bike directly to the celebration at the Plaza at Mesa City Center. The first 300 to RSVP and check in at Mesa Bike to Work Day Celebration will receive a limited-edition shirt and a breakfast voucher to use that morning.
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Have you applied for your Mesa Business License?
It’s a requirement for most businesses, and it’s just $10 through the end of 2023.
Apply online today and be in the know about news and resources available to Mesa businesses.
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Planning for Water Challenges
There is no doubt that this winter’s precipitation is providing much-needed relief to the short-term drought conditions in the west. However, recent rain and snow are merely a few drops in a huge bucket that cannot erase the effect of multiple dry years. It will take much longer to stabilize and recover Lake Mead and Lake Powell.
That is why our water managers continuously plan for both long and short-term challenges. Read more on the AMWUA blog.
To learn more about Mesa’s Water Stewardship Strategy and to see helpful water conservation tips, visit mesaaz.gov/water.
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Finding and Fixing Leaks Can Save Hundreds of Gallons a Year
Did you know that a leak of just 10 drips per minute can waste more than 500 gallons a year? Fix a Leak Week (March 20-26, 2023) is an annual event promoted by EPA WaterSense to help you detect and chase down leaks! Email us with your mailing address if you’d like to get our toilet leak detection kit and a copy of our Find and Fix Leaks That are Draining Your Budget booklet. You can also find the booklet online in English or Spanish.
Save Water in Your Landscape AND Win a Free Book About Desert Gardening
We want to help you save water on your landscape. To do that, we partnered with Noelle Johnson, aka AZ Plant Lady, to create a video series, Low Water Use Landscapes Are Beautiful! You'll get easy, hands-on, do-it-yourself tips for landscape care. And just for watching, you could win a FREE copy of Noelle’s new book, Dry Climate Gardening (a $30 value).
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Free Swim Assessments and Making Waves Registration
Get ready to dive into summer with Mesa Parks and Rec and join us for our FREE swim assessments and making waves scholarship registration to make sure you are set for swim lessons this summer. Swim assessments are available on March 30 and April 1, 3 and 5.
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Mesa Arts Center Summer Youth and Teen Arts Camps on Sale Now
Are you looking for fun summer art activities for your children? Arts camps will vary weekly through June and July and include jewelry, photography, animation, ceramics, printmaking, glass and more! Scholarships available.
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