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 Community Newsletter
December 2024
Happy December Neighbors!
As the year draws to a close, I want to take a moment to reflect on the many ways our community has come together in 2024 to make District 4 a vibrant and thriving place to live. From neighborhood improvement projects and meaningful conversations to events that brought us closer, it's been an honor to work alongside each of you.
December is a special time to celebrate the season, connect with loved ones, and look forward to the opportunities that lie ahead in the new year. Whether you’re enjoying a festive holiday event, exploring our beautifully lit parks, or volunteering to make a difference, the spirit of Mesa shines bright in all that we do.
Thank you for your continued dedication to making District 4 a welcoming and resilient community. I wish you and your families a joyful holiday season filled with warmth, peace, and happiness.
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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 Merry Main Street
We’re in full swing transforming downtown Mesa into a holiday wonderland! Join us for all the holiday festivities in Downtown Mesa and check out all the new Rudolph characters along Main Street for a fun photo op!
Holiday Movie Nights
Free festive movies near the ice rink every Friday through January 3. Watch while skating or bring your blankets along to sit under the stars while watching these holiday classics on the large screen on the side of the ASU MIX Center building. Movies start at 6 p.m. All movies are closed captioned for the hearing-impaired.
- 12/6 - Elf
- 12/13 - The Grinch Stole Christmas
- 12/20 - A Christmas Carol
- 12/27 - Mickey's Twice Upon a Yesterday Christmas
- 1/3 - Frozen II
Visits with Santa
Santa will swing by Merry Main Street for free visits at The Post! Bring your phone or camera for a photo. November 30 through December 23.
- Fridays & Saturdays: 4:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
- Sundays: 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
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December 24: 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Breakfast with Santa
Come and enjoy a catered breakfast, a picture with Santa, and holiday activities at The Post! Saturday, December 14 and 21. Tickets are $15 for adults and children over the age of one.
- 8:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m., with breakfast served until 9:15 a.m.
- 10:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m., with breakfast served until 10:45 a.m.
Winter Wonderland Ice Rink
Located at the Plaza @ Mesa City Center, the Winter Wonderland Ice Rink is a great way to enjoy the amazing winter weather while skating under the stars.
Gnome on the Roam
Bingles will be roaming around downtown spreading cheer — check our social media for clues to his whereabouts to play along with our scavenger hunt challenge and win prizes! The challenge starts this Friday, November 29 and runs through January 12.
Additionally, the Downtown Mesa Association has several holiday festivities to enjoy for the whole family.
Check out their website, Facebook, or Instagram page for additional information on upcoming events!
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New Environmental Protection Agency’s Lead and Copper Rule Compliance
To comply with the Environmental Protection Agency’s Lead and Copper Rule Revisions, the City of Mesa Water Resources department is required to inventory all water service lines to determine if any contain lead or galvanized materials.
While no lead service lines have been found in Mesa, the City remains committed to ensuring the safety and integrity of our water distribution system by verifying all service lines currently classified as “unknown.”
In the coming days, Mesa residents with galvanized pipes or service lines marked as “unknown” will receive a letter with recommended next steps.
If you have any questions, please contact the City of Mesa's Water Quality Team at leadandcopper@mesaaz.gov.
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Hey, Mesa Electric customers! We’ve got some tree-mendously exciting news just for you!
Would you like to get up to two free trees that shade your home, lower cooling costs, and clean the air? Yes, it’s true! We have beautiful, desert native or desert-adapted trees waiting for you.
Register and attend a free workshop on January 18 hosted by our partner Trees Matter, a nonprofit that knows all about trees. They'll teach you how to select the perfect spot for your trees and plant them correctly. The workshop registration deadline is January 9. Please share this information with your neighbors!
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Lights, Camera, Safety!
Grab those cameras and get ready to show off your filmmaking skills! The Move Safe Public Service Announcement Contest returns for a third year.
Youth ages 12-18 are invited to create a 30-second public service announcement featuring a safety tip for walking or riding. The competition looks to encourage Mesa residents to be safe when using non-motorized modes of transportation.
The Grand Prize winner will receive a private tour of ASU’s MIX Center and feedback from an ASU professor, along with a prize package from Phoenix Film Festival and Mesa Film Festival. They will also receive a brand-new bicycle from the City of Mesa's Bicycle and Pedestrian Program. The two runners-up won’t leave empty-handed either; they’ll each take home a prize package from FatCats – Mesa, free submission to the 2025 Arizona Student Film Festival and a gift bag from the City of Mesa's Bicycle and Pedestrian Program.
Ready to Enter? The submission deadline is January 31, with judging to take place in February. Winners will be announced just in time for Arizona's Valley Bike Month in April.
The Downtown Mesa Association is thrilled to produce Downtown Mesa’s inaugural Noon Year’s Eve celebration.
This FREE, family-friendly celebration is the perfect way for residents and visitors alike to ring in 2025 at 12 Noon!
Join us from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, December 31 at Main & Macdonald in the heart of Downtown Mesa for engaging crafts, games, live music and food trucks. At Noon, Mayor Giles will lead a special countdown to ring in the New Year followed by a sparkling apple cider toast. This celebration is perfect for all ages!
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The moment has arrived! Burritoholics, the sixth incredible Mexican food concept from the De La Cruz family, is now open at 216 W. Main St.! Get ready to indulge in your burrito cravings—Burritoholics is here to serve! |
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Join me in welcoming Pedal Haus Brewery to Downtown Mesa!! Located at 201 W. Main St., in the former iconic Pit Stop autobody shop space, this new concept - the "biergarten" - will provide outdoor gathering space for the community to enjoy great drinks, food, lawn games and live music. |
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'Tis the season to spread holiday cheer and keep your loved ones safe! As we gather and celebrate, let's not forget the importance of natural gas safety.
Here are some quick reminders to keep your family safe and happy all month long!
- Since most natural gas pipelines are underground, look for yellow pipeline markers that identify their presence.
- Identify gas appliances in and outside your home and know how to use them safely.
- Always call 811 before digging or planting.
- Learn how to detect and report a gas leak.
- Protect your gas meter from being damaged by vehicles.
- Learn how to detect and prevent carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning.
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A huge thank you to everyone who came out for the East Valley Veterans Day Parade to honor our veterans and celebrate their patriotism!
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Thank you, Mesa District 4, for joining me and the City of Mesa Police Department for G.A.I.N. Night 2024!
Connecting with one another and building relationships is a powerful way to keep our neighborhood strong and safe. Can't wait to see you again next year!
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I’m proud to share the success of the Women in Technology Symposium, hosted by Compudopt Mesa. This full-day event, dedicated to advancing gender diversity and inclusion in technology, brought together girls in 6th-8th grades for an inspiring and empowering experience.
The symposium highlighted the accomplishments of women in tech, provided invaluable guidance for exploring tech careers, and engaged participants in hands-on activities, including virtual reality, engineering, and programming. A huge thank you to Amazon for their generous donation!
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The City is pleased to announce the official renaming of Mesa Grande Cultural Park to Sce:dagĭ Mu:val Va’aki, pronounced “CHUH-dag MOO-vahl VAH-kee," as reflection of our region’s rich cultural heritage and profound connection to the O'odham and Piipaash peoples and their ancestors.
The City of Mesa acknowledges that it gathers on the homeland of Native peoples and their ancestors, whose cultural values are deeply embedded in this landscape, and the renaming pays tribute to their enduring legacy.
Learn more about this cultural site and how to visit!
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December 6 - Holiday Storytime at Merry Main Street
5:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Join the Mesa Public Library at 56 E Main St. for a special storytime at Merry Main Street that will get the whole family into the holiday spirit.
December 6 - Arizona Museum of Natural History
5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Join the after-hours fun and visit the AZMNH for FREE as part of Merry Main Street.
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December 7 - Mesa's sELF-Guided Reindeer Roll and Stroll
4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
The Mesa Bike and Pedestrian Program's FREE and festive scavenger hunt in Downtown Mesa gives you and your crew a chance to win great prizes, including a new bicycle! |
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Downtown Mesa Farmers Market
Every Saturday - 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Located 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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