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 Community Newsletter
February 2024
Happy February Neighbors!
I hope you are all enjoying this change of weather! This month's newsletter shares several updates and information about what's happening in the district and citywide.
We are excited to announce that the student essay and visual arts contest for National Preservation Month has kicked off. This is a fun and great opportunity for all school-aged Mesa residents who want to share their creative writing and art skills with the community. Visit the Historic Preservation Office webpage for details.
Also, a friendly reminder that the Mesa Marathon will return on Saturday, February 10. For details about the course and traffic, visit https://gis.mesaaz.gov/mesamarathon/. Our Transportation Department will offer one-on-one route planning assistance again for Mesa residents and visitors. For help with getting around Mesa on race day, call 480-644-4882 (7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday - Thursday and on race day, February 10), or email barricade@mesaaz.gov.
If you ever have any questions, want to share about issues that are important to you, or if I can be of assistance, please reach out to me at district4@mesaaz.gov or 480-644-3004. My door is always open.
-Councilmember Jenn Duff
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Join me and District 2 Councilmember Julie Spilsbury for coffee on Tuesday, February 6 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at The Yard Off Main. This new community gathering space is in Downtown Mesa located on Macdonald between Main St. and Pepper Pl. Free coffee and small bites will be provided by one of our new downtown businesses, Taste117 Mesa. We look forward to meeting you next week!
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 Be part of a unique community experience and join me for Art in the Park at Reed Park on February 15 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. This event brings arts, crafts, live music and fun to a park near you in a free, family-friendly event.
You will collaborate with an artist to create a piece for the new City Hall, leaving your mark on Mesa’s history. Celebrate the strength, passion and diversity of our communities! Register for this FREE event to get reminders and updates.
Valentine Cards for Mesa Seniors
Mesa Public Library is collecting Valentine’s cards to deliver to Mesa’s homebound and assisted living residents. The library will hold Valentine’s events for a sixth year to encourage our community to spread love and appreciation during February. Supplies will be provided, and attendees can keep the valentines they create or donate them to be distributed.
The valentine-making sessions will take place at our full-service locations from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on the following dates:
- Monday, February 5, at the Main Library (64 E. First St.)
- Tuesday, February 6, at the Dobson Ranch Library (2425 S. Dobson Road)
- Wednesday, February 7, at the Red Mountain Library (635 N. Power Road)
Mesa Library encourages residents unable to participate in the card-making sessions to make their own at home or buy valentines and bring them through any of our Main, Dobson, and Red Mountain locations between Thursday, February 1 and Thursday, February 8.
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Join me at the Charles K Luster Building on Saturday, March 2 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. to discuss the Mesa’s draft 2050 General Plan! This meeting is open house style, so drop in anytime to chat with staff, learn about the plan and provide input.
The 2050 General Plan is Mesa’s long-range visioning document and will help shape the future of our community. The Plan draft is intended to be a living document that combines community feedback and best practices to create a visionary framework for the future growth of the city.
You can review the draft plan and leave input from January 4, 2024 to March 4, 2024 by visiting TomorrowMesa.com!
If approved by the Mesa City Council, Mesa Residents will vote on the plan at the November 2024 election.
Charles K. Luster Building
640 N. Mesa Dr.
Mesa, AZ 85201
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Make Landscape Irrigation a No Brainer: Get a discounted smart controller from SRP.
Stop by the City of Mesa booth at the SRP Water Conservation Expo on Saturday, March 2, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., at the SRP PERA Club in Tempe. Discover water conservation products and rebate programs, learn how to program your new controller in a free class, enjoy a mini plant sale by Desert Botanical Garden, and much more. Purchase a new Hunter or Rachio 3 smart irrigation controller for the amazing price of $60 plus tax! This free event brings the community together to celebrate water in the valley and offers ideas for how to conserve at home. Registration is recommended to reserve your discounted controller.
PERA Training & Conference Center | Pavilion
1 E. Continental Dr.
Tempe, AZ 85281
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Mad Candy is now open! Thrilled to have them in downtown at 46 W. Main St. This whimsical candy wonderland provides a variety of sweet treats including gummies, chocolates, and unique bottled soda. Such a fun place and something for everyone! |
Chicanos Por La Causa celebrated the groundbreaking of a new mixed-use development in the heart of Downtown Mesa. The Residences on Main will feature nearly 200 apartment units and 19,000 sq. ft. of retail space.
This development is not just about erecting buildings; it’s about building homes, creating spaces, and contributing to the overall development of our much-loved City. Thank you to all the individuals and organizations who have made this project a reality.
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Coming this Spring! Izakaya Ramen will be opening their second location at 124 W. Main St. Explore their meticulously crafted menu, featuring a range of ramen bowls and signature dishes! |
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Did you know?
Natural gas pipelines are a safe and reliable way to transport energy to homes and businesses in our communities. Since most natural gas pipelines are buried underground, you may not know that you live or work close to one. To help identify their presence, yellow pipeline markers are used. These markers display the name of the pipeline operator, the material being transported, and emergency contact information. Knowing the location of buried facilities is the simplest and easiest way to keep everyone safe and protect the vital utilities we rely on every day.
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Last weekend we celebrated Mesa's All-American City delegation for their hard work and dedication in leading us to this historic victory! All-America City Day honored Mesa's national title with a nostalgic celebration showcasing diversity through performances, entertainment, artist displays and much more.
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Republic Services celebrated the reopening of the Salt River Recycling Facility. This new, 51,000-square-foot advanced recycling facility is located in the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community and will process up to 40 tons of recyclables per hour, serving communities all over the valley. Learn more on Mesa's recycling program.
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Excited to welcome Beyond Basile Mobile Pizzeria to Mesa! This unique small business provides an unforgettable dining experience for any occasion. Visit their website to check out their menu and catering options.
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February 8 - Community Blood Donation Drive @ Civil Air Patrol Falcon Field
8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Blood donations are urgently needed by the American Red Cross in Arizona! Appointments are available at the blood donation drive to be hosted by Civil Air Patrol Falcon Composite Squadron 305. Blood and power red donations will be accepted. |
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February 15 - Art in the Park @ Reed Park
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Experience the Arts in this free event with live music, craft tables, giveaways and family fun! Tatiana Crespo will perform, and food will be available for sale. More information at mesaaz.gov/artinthepark. |
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February 22 through March 28 - Out to Lunch Concert @ Mesa Arts Center
12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Every week is a different sound, a different style. Relax and enjoy captivating live music and the marvelous Arizona weather in a beautiful, shady outdoor setting. Delicious lunch items are available for purchase. Seating is limited so you are encouraged to bring your favorite comfortable folding chairs, cushions and/or blankets. |
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Downtown Mesa Farmers Market @ The Nile Theater
Every Saturday - 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Located at the The Nile Theater in Downtown Mesa, you'll find fresh produce, delicious food and treats, beautiful handcrafted goods, live music and more! Stop by and support local small businesses. |
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Downtown Mesa Sunset Market
Every Third Thursday - 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
A variety of 30+ local vendors specializing in fresh grocery products, tasty hot food, artisan goods, and so much more! Including live music and demonstrations every market! |
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February Council Meetings
Monday, February 5 - 5:45 p.m.
Monday, February 26 - 5:45 p.m.
February Study Sessions
Thursday, February 1 - 7:30 a.m.
Monday, February 5 - 5:15 p.m.
Thursday, February 8 - 7:30 a.m.
Thursday, February 15 - 7:30 a.m.
Thursday, February 22 - 7:30 a.m.
Monday, February 26 - 5:15 p.m.
Thursday, February 29 - 7:30 a.m.
*Meetings subject to start time changes
The Mesa City Council holds two Council meetings a month, in addition to weekly study sessions. Learn more about the process for public participation in meetings.
Mesa broadcasts its council and study session meetings live on Mesa Channel 11's YouTube page and Facebook.
Council agendas.
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