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April 2025
Hello!
Spring has arrived in full bloom, and with it comes exciting developments for our community. Mesa's Spring Training season was a tremendous success, with the Chicago Cubs and Seattle Mariners setting a new attendance record of 16,161 fans on March 8th. These events continue to highlight Mesa as a premier destination for sports and tourism, bringing valuable economic activity to our local businesses.
I recently had the privilege of attending the National League of Cities (NLC) Congressional City Conference in Washington, D.C., where I connected with municipal leaders from across the country to discuss challenges and opportunities facing our cities. As your representative on the NLC Transportation & Infrastructure Services committee, I remain committed to ensuring Mesa continues to be a safe community for pedestrians, cyclists and drivers alike. As a member of Mesa's Sustainability and Transportation Committee, I've also been closely involved with Mesa's ongoing efforts to reduce fatal crashes through the implementation of enhanced safety measures, as highlighted in recent coverage by the East Valley Tribune. These initiatives are crucial as we work toward goals of creating a more accessible Mesa for everyone.
April marks the beginning of budget season, when all City departments will present their proposed budgets for the upcoming fiscal year. I encourage all residents to participate in this important process by tuning into our Study Sessions and Council Meetings for the latest financial updates. Your input is invaluable as we make decisions that will shape the future of our city. Our meeting calendar, agendas and presentations are readily available at https://mesa.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx, and you can watch meetings live at mesa11.com. We are also planning to host two public input and education events in May so keep an eye out for information about those events as the date gets nearer.
Here's to a safe and sunny spring,
Councilmember Alicia Goforth
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Valley Bike Month
Mesa’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Program offers safety classes and events, and works to create enhanced pathways to provide safe connections for all residents traveling through Mesa. Join us in creating a walkable and bike-able community by attending one of our events!
Celebrate Mesa
Join us for a day of fun, food, and family activities at Celebrate Mesa! Come explore what our community has to offer with live entertainment, interactive games and local vendors. Mark your calendars for an unforgettable experience at Pioneer Park – we can't wait to see you there!
 Bezos Academy Applications Open Now
We’re thrilled to share Bezos Academy Mesa - Adobe Hills is now accepting applications for the 2025-26 school year! The preschool is located at Fremont Junior High School and offers tuition-free, full-day, Montessori-inspired preschool for children and families in the community. Applications are due May 2. Learn more at www.bezosacademy.org/eligibility.
Resident's Guide to Heat Safety
Prepare for the high temperatures with this relevant webinar hosted by the Community Engagement Team and featuring experts from Mesa Fire and Medical and Human Services. Register today to receive the link to join and a follow-up email, which includes the webinar recording and a list of the resources mentioned. We will conclude with a Q&A session.
 National Safe Digging Month
Celebrate Safe Digging Month with us! April is the perfect time to tackle your outdoor projects. Remember to notify Arizona 811 at least two full working days before you start digging to have underground utility lines located and marked. The depths of utility lines vary, and multiple lines may exist in the same area. This simple step can help prevent injuries, property damage, and service outages. Once you’ve called 8-1-1:
- Wait until you receive responses from all the facilities listed on your ticket to begin digging.
- Hand-dig within two feet of marked facilities, supporting and protecting exposed facilities.
- Keep all locate marks visible and valid (15 days) for the duration of your project.
Remember, safety is everyone’s responsibility. Contacting Arizona 811 is easy, free, and it’s the law. Learn more at arizona811.com.
Mesa Expands Public Art Installations
Mesa invites the community to experience an exciting expansion of public art in Downtown Mesa with new installations at the recently opened Mesa City Hall and idea Museum. These works build upon Mesa's commitment to creativity, innovation and cultural engagement, enriching downtown for residents and visitors alike.
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Celebrate Mesa
Help us make Celebrate Mesa a magic event for all! Volunteer work is predominantly conducted outdoors and is subject to inclement weather. Exposure to large crowds is likely. All volunteers must be 16 and older, or 14 and older if volunteering with a parent or guardian, unless otherwise noted.
For information on volunteering contact PRCFVolunteers@mesaaz.gov.
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Fire Hydrant Painting
Painted fire hydrants provide higher visibility for fire crews when responding to fires and also improve the aesthetics to neighborhoods. Having volunteers paint hydrants allows fire department members to continue to attend to their duties such as business inspections, pre-plans, public safety presentations as well as responding to fire and medical emergencies. Having volunteers paint hydrants provides significant cost-savings to our City. Click below to get started!
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i.d.e.a. Museum exhibit opening
I was delighted to attend the grand opening of the new Meta-sponsored idea Lab at the i.d.e.a. Museum! This innovative space brings cutting-edge technology and interactive experiences to Mesa families, encouraging creativity and exploration for all ages. Stop by and see this exciting addition to our community!
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I Love Mesa Day
I had a blast at I Love Mesa Day's Literacy Lane, where I had the joy of reading to families and sharing the magic of stories. This wonderful event brought together over twenty partners to promote the power of reading and provide families with free books and resources. It was heartwarming to see our community come together to foster a love of reading among our youngest residents.
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Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center
It was a joy to attend the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center's (SARRC) new Kathryn G. Bosco Campus in Mesa. This state-of-the-art facility at Power and McKellips Roads will offer essential support and services for individuals with autism and their families, making a significant difference in our community.
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New Frontiers for Lifelong Learning
Thank you to the City of Mesa Arts & Culture, Community Engagement and Parks & Recreation Departments for joining me at the New Frontiers for Lifelong Learning class. It was wonderful to see so many active seniors engaged in discovering all the incredible opportunities our city has to offer.
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Nothing Bundt Cakes Ribbon Cutting
It was a pleasure celebrating the ribbon cutting for Nothing Bundt Cakes! I'm always excited to welcome new businesses to Mesa, especially when they bring delicious treats and contribute to our vibrant local economy.
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Mayor's Youth Committee Final Presentations
I had a great time serving as a judge for the Mayor’s Youth Committee final presentations. Over the past eight months, these dedicated Mesa students explored city operations and collaborated on solutions for real community issues. Their enthusiasm and innovative ideas left me truly impressed and proud.
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Looking for Information on New Developments?
Mesa has projects in all stages of the development process from planning to construction. Our Active Development Map offers you the chance to take a look at the latest Mesa projects coming to a street near you. Each project overview includes the location, project acreage, and the planned use. Take a tour today by clicking the map below.
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April 3 - First Responders Skate Party
Celebrate our first responders with a family skate night. Join Mesa Police Officers, Mesa Fire & Medical personnel and Stitch for a skate-tastic evening.
- Take pictures in a Mesa fire truck and police car
- Play trivia
- Win free merch from Police and Fire & Medical
- Win a free pizza party for your class
April 4 - Arizona Bicycling Summit
The Arizona Bicycle Summit is an annual conference for leaders, educators, advocates, cyclists of all kinds and the bicycle community in Arizona.
April 5 - CycloMesa
The CycloMesa Festival hosted by the Bicycle and Pedestrian Program is designed to bring our community together and is perfect for all ages. The festival encourages our community to use alternative modes of transportation, like bicycling, and will feature live music, food trucks, BMX stunt shows, a rock wall and many more! This is sure to be a must attend event!
April 8 - Resident's Guide to Heat Safety Webinar
Prepare for the high temperatures with this relevant webinar hosted by the Community Engagement Team and featuring experts from Mesa Fire and Medical and Human Services. Register today to receive the link to join and a follow-up email, which includes the webinar recording and a list of the resources mentioned. We will conclude with a Q&A session.
April 10 - Trap Neuter Return Info & Registration Meeting
Live in Mesa and want to make a difference for feral cats in your neighborhood? The City of Mesa now offers a Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) program—a humane and effective way to manage outdoor cat populations and reduce nuisance behaviors.
April 12 - Celebrate Mesa
Join us for a day of fun, food, and family activities at Celebrate Mesa! Come explore what our community has to offer with live entertainment, interactive games and local vendors. Mark your calendars for an unforgettable experience at Pioneer Park – we can't wait to see you there!
April 16 - Bike to Work Day
Bike to Work Day hosted by the Bicycle and Pedestrian Program encourages everyone to utilize an alternative mode of transportation to work and brings everyone together for a breakfast and social hour. This event will kick off with a group ride to the event from Lehi Sports Park at 7 AM and is open to the public. We ask that everyone participating bring their own bicycles and helmets.
April 19 - Easter Eggstravaganza
The Easter Eggstravaganza is coming to Downtown Mesa. The Easter Bunny is egg-cited to hop all the way to Downtown Mesa for a FREE day of egg-citing family fun and celebration! After the egg hunt, join the rabbit of the hour, the Easter Bunny, for free eggs-clusive photos. Kids of all ages can create egg-dorable Easter crafts at the Arts & Crafts station or play some fun Easter games.
April 19 - Spring Breakfast
Join Councilmember Spilsbury for a free celebration of all things spring! Attendees of all ages will enjoy:
- Pancake breakfast
- Bounce houses
- Petting zoo
- Arts and crafts
- Easter egg hunt at 9:00 a.m.!
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 April Council Meetings
Monday, April 7 - 5:45 p.m.
Monday, April 21 - 5:45 p.m.
April Study Sessions
Thursday, April 3 - 7:30 a.m.
Monday, April 7 - 4:45 p.m.
Thursday, April 10 - 7:30 a.m.
Thursday, April 17 - 7:30 a.m.
Monday, April 21 - 4:45 p.m.
Thursday, April 24 - 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. City Council and advisory board meetings will operate on a hybrid system.
Mesa broadcasts its council and study session meetings live on Mesa Channel 11's YouTube page and Facebook.
Council agendas.
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