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 Community Newsletter
March 2024
Happy March Neighbors!
Spring is a beautiful time in Mesa. With Spring Training in full swing, Downtown Mesa is a great place for outdoor dining, a weekly farmer's market, and fun events at The Yard Off Main for residents of all ages. This season marks the 10th anniversary of the Oakland A's and the Chicago Cubs at their respective ballparks, Hohokam Stadium and Sloan Park. View the schedule of upcoming games and swing by Downtown for post-game delights at our local hotspots.
The City of Mesa Planning Division is holding two public meetings to discuss proposed zoning ordinance text amendments concerning Accessory Dwelling Units.
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March 11 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Dobson Ranch HOA Center, Grande Room - 2719 S Reyes
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March 19 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at The Studios @ Mesa City Center, Community Room - 59 E 1st St.
Lastly, Fix a Leak Week is March 18 through March 24. Our goal is to raise awareness of how much water is wasted annually by dripping faucets, leaking toilets and broken sprinkler heads. Check out our Find and Fix Leaks page for DIY videos, tips on how to read your meter and chase down leaks at home, activities for kids and so much more!
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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March is Women's History Month, and we're proud to announce that the City of Mesa, Arizona Government has officially proclaimed this month as a time to celebrate the incredible achievements and contributions of women throughout history and in our communities today.
Accepting the proclamation was the Women Leading Mesa Planning Committee, a new City of Mesa employee resource group that invests in the women within the organization by cultivating an environment that celebrates their contributions, champions professional and personal growth, and fosters a workplace where women can thrive.
Let's continue to honor the women in our lives by recognizing their efforts and providing resources to better support them and elevate their voice in our community.
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Join me for a Uniquely Local Walking Tour in Downtown Mesa on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, from 4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Explore and learn about downtown’s new developments and locally owned businesses.
Downtown Mesa, the heart of the third largest city in Arizona, is driving new development while working to maintain its historical character and support a diverse mix of local businesses that set Downtown Mesa apart!
Space is limited. RSVP today!
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Join me as we celebrate I Love Mesa Day in Downtown Mesa. Saturday, March 9 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event is located at 1 N. Macdonald. We'll have plenty of FREE family-friendly activities like carnival rides, face painting, balloon artists, a petting zoo, Literacy Lane and lots of entertainment, including Rock Lobster and Jaelyn Kay! Plus, don't forget free admission to our Arizona Museum of Natural History and IDEA Museum. Food trucks will also be available.
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Exclusive Offer: Free Shade Trees for Mesa Electric Customers!
It’s getting shady out there! Mesa Electric customers are invited to participate in a new shade tree program. Attend a workshop on March 16 to be eligible to receive a free shade tree. Desert-adapted shade trees play a crucial role in reducing home cooling costs when strategically planted and contribute to lowering outdoor temperatures and cleaning the air.
We encourage all Mesa Electric customers to register by March 8 for the upcoming Mesa Electric Shade Tree Program workshop. Hosted by our contractor and nonprofit partner Trees Matter, the workshop will cover essential topics such as tree selection, planting and tree care.
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Excess Flow Valves (EFVs)
As an additional safety measure to our system, we install EFVs on gas service lines to limit gas flow if the line is broken or severely damaged. This is most often associated with excavation or vehicle impact with the meter assembly.
If you have an EFV, it is typically installed at the service line connection to the gas main or at the property line and can be identified by a washer on the meter riser.
Learn more about EFVs or the requirements and costs to have one installed.
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Coffee with Council at The Yard Off Main was a huge success! It was nice seeing new and familiar faces and having friendly conversations while enjoying the cool weather in Downtown Mesa.
I look forward to seeing you at the next event on April 2 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
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Join me in welcoming Beetle Bodega to Downtown Mesa! This unique little shop is located inside The Organic Bean Cafe at 40 N. Macdonald. Stop by for coffee and snacks, and shop for some fun and unique items!
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Attending the annual Hacktivate Mesa event is always a delight! I'm immensely proud of all the students who took part this year. This unique experience allows for Mesa high school students to engage with real issues in our community, meet with subject matter experts and local leaders, collaborate with their peers to analyze real data and present their findings to a team of expert judges and City leadership.
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Noble Ground Coffee, located at 1134 S. Stapley Dr. Ste. 105, celebrated the opening of their first Mesa location in District 4!
100% of Noble Ground profits go right back into the community. Their unwavering commitment to giving back to the community fills me with immense pride.
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March 10 - Mask Alive Festival of Masks @ Pioneer Park
2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Families of all ages will enjoy an afternoon in the park at this free festival that celebrates the global artistic tradition of storytelling through masks.
March 16 - Fun in Escobedo Park
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
This event is free to the public and includes food, music, activities, safety displays from Mesa PD, Mesa Fire and Park Rangers, and much more.
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March 23 - Baseball Block Party at The Yard Off Main
11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
This free, family friendly event will include fun for all ages! Kids games & activities, a beer garden, and live music from Chuck E. Baby and The Allstars!
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Downtown Mesa Farmers Market @ The Nile Theater
Every Saturday - 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Located at 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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March Council Meetings
Monday, March 4 - 5:45 p.m.
Monday, March 18 - 5:45 p.m.
March Study Sessions
Monday, March 4 - 5:15 p.m.
Thursday, March 7 - 7:30 a.m.
Thursday, March 14 - 7:30 a.m.
Monday, March 18 - 5:15 p.m.
Thursday, March 21 - 7:30 a.m.
Thursday, March 28 - 7:30 a.m.
Sustainability and Transportation Committee Meeting
Thursday, March 21 - 8:00 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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