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July 1st, 2016

Have a Safe and Happy Independence Day Weekend! Please remember to be safe when celebrating our Nation’s Birthday – Watch

children around water and obey current ordinances regarding fireworks. Shelter your pets from fireworks displays as well! Do not participate in random gunfire activities and please do not drink and drive! It is time to celebrate with family and friends and to have

fun! Be safe and enjoy the long holiday weekend!

DISTRICT 1 NEWS & EVENTS:

DISTRICT 1 COMMUNITY BREAKFAST The next breakfast will be on Friday, September 30th, 2016 at the Radisson Hotel Phoenix North, located at 10220 N Metro Pkwy E, Phoenix, AZ 85051. Breakfast begins at 7:30 a.m. and the speaker starts at around 7:45 a.m. This month’s speaker was Police Chief Joseph Yahner. Joseph Yahner was born and raised in Phoenix and has been with the Phoenix Police Department for approximately 30 years. Joe’s formal education includes an undergraduate degree from Arizona State University and a Master’s degree from the University of Phoenix.

Throughout his career, he has worked in several Patrol Precincts and a variety of specialty assignments. He was promoted to commander in 1999 and has been assigned to the City Manager’s Office, Traffic Bureau, Property Crimes Bureau, and the Maryvale Precinct. In 2007, he was promoted to Assistant Chief and assigned to the Homeland Security Division where he had overall responsibility for the Super Bowl, NBA All-Star game, and opening of Light Rail. On June 1, 2009, Chief Yahner was promoted to the Executive Assistant Chief. From March 3, 2011 through May 13, 2012 Joe served as Acting Police Chief. On February 11, 2015 Joe was promoted to Police Chief.

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WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT NEWS To accommodate families registering students for the 2016-2017 school year, the WESD has added Saturdays and will open a temporary registration location. On July 6, 7 and 8, families can register students at Mountain View School, located at 801 W. Peoria Avenue. The site will be open to register students from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Additionally, the Welcome and Registration Center, located at 3200 W.

Cholla, will open for two Saturdays in July – July 9 and 16 from 9 a.m. to noon. The Welcome and Registration Center is open all summer long, Monday through Friday, from 7:15 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (It is closed 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Wednesdays). Parents should remember to bring with them:

• A certified copy of the child's birth certificate • Immunization records • Proof of residence (e.g. lease agreement, escrow papers, recent utility bill) • Legal papers regarding custody, if applicable • Registration Packet

Children must be 5 years old before September 1 to be registered for kindergarten. Children must turn 6 years old before September 1 to be registered for first grade. For more information, call 602-896-6950 or visit the Welcome and Registration Center web page at: http://www.wesdschools.org/domain/55. WESD is saving money and energy thanks to Arizona Public Service! By the end of next week, three schools – Acacia, Cholla Middle School and Mountain Sky Junior High – will have brand new LED lighting installed throughout their buildings, a project valued at $313,622. The new energy efficient lighting is the result of the APS Schools Pilot Program, which is providing $2 million in funding to help eligible schools identify and implement cost-effective energy efficiency projects through a limited pilot that covers 100 percent of project costs. In addition to the cost-savings for the project, the total kilowatt hour savings (for all three projects) is 720,907 kWh. But the savings don’t stop there! The WESD will also save and use the old florescent bulbs and ballasts at other sites throughout the District. WESD is thrilled to have been selected for this special program. Thank you, APS, for helping us reduce energy costs which allows us to keep money in the classroom!

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DEER VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT NEWS

Congratulations to the first and only middle school pentathlon team in DVUSD… the Pentathlon State Champions from Hillcrest Middle School! The Academic Pentathlon is a five-event scholastic competition for middle school students, providing an introduction to the benefits of the Academic Decathlon, along with the challenges of rigorous team and individual competition. The Hillcrest Middle School team competed in the five academic events of literature, mathematics, fine arts, science, and social studies. Hillcrest’s Pentathlon team did so well at the state competition… that they won it! They are the state champions, officially ranked #1 in Arizona and are invited to Nationals. DVUSD celebrated several Arizona sports champions this spring. Emily Conlin, Deer Valley High School, is the Track & Field, Girls Shot Put champion. State champion in Track & Field, Girls 1600 meters & 3200 meters is Kassidy Deardorff from Deer Valley High. In Track & Field, the Boys 800 meters state champ is Daniel Lozano from Boulder Creek High School. For the second consecutive year, Track & Field, Girls Triple Jump champion is Katheryn Nantz from Deer Valley High School. The state champion in Track & Field, Boys 200 meters is Ilian Roberts from Deer Valley High School. Boulder Creek High School is home to the state champion Boys Volleyball Team. The state champion girls Track & Field Team is from Deer Valley High school. The Arizona Middle Level Association recognizes outstanding educators for his or her commitment to middle level education. Congratulations Arizona Middle Level Teachers of the year: Michele Phipps from Desert Sky Middle School and Renea Herold from Hillcrest Middle School. Nominations are made by school principals. Principal Patty Resetar wrote this about Desert Sky Teacher Michele Phipps: Michele is an integral part of the Desert Sky community. She holds many leadership roles including campus improvement team chair, ELA department leader and track coach. She is a campus leader when any new initiative is brought forward and gracefully assists in any capacity needed. Her ability to develop trusting relationships with students while holding them to high expectations makes her a valuable member of our learning community. Principal Estela Hazelton wrote this about Hillcrest Middle School Counselor Renea Herold: Renea demonstrates a strong understanding of the middle level learner and continually supports students' needs. As lead counselor, she is a student advocate and takes all measures to ensure that her students and their families are in possession of needed resources. Ms. Herold unifies our campus with enthusiasm and compassion, and her passion for middle level learning creates a purposeful community on the Hillcrest campus.

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NEWS FROM THE GLENDALE UNION

HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT -- #WEAREGUHSD When students at Greenway and Moon Valley return to campuses this fall, they will have new leadership at the helm. Greenway will be led by Principal Jon Vreeken and Moon Valley’s new

principal is Anat Salyer. Although their positions are new, their commitment to the Glendale Union High School District is quite established. Principal Salyer was formerly the Assistant Principal for Student Services at Moon Valley. Mr. Vreeken held the same role, but at Independence High School, before coming on board as principal. We are confident that both will continue to serve Glendale Union students and families with dedicated commitment and attention to educational excellence. The Glendale Union High School District transportation department is seeking bus

drivers for the upcoming school year. Training and certification is available through the district – no experience necessarily. The role provides a flexible schedule and competitive salary and benefits. Bus drivers also have opportunities for additional compensation. To learn more, contact Jeanne Wirth by calling 623-435-6010.

Many families with school age children depend on the breakfast and lunch provided at school during the school year. During the summer, families can participate in a program which makes sure these meals are available.

This program is made possible through the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Nutrition Services Program which believes that good nutrition is vital to educational success. This program helps children get the nutrition they need to learn, play, and grow throughout the summer months when they are out of school. The following locations will be offering free breakfast and lunch meals this summer. Any child 18 years and younger may eat for free. There are no income or registration requirements. Please note: there will be no meal service on Monday, July 4 (Fourth of July).

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Washington Elementary School District Locations: Chaparral School - 3808 W. Joan De Arc, Phoenix, AZ 85029 May 25 - July 29, 2016 (Monday – Thursday) Breakfast: 7:45-8:45 a.m. Lunch: 11:15-12:15 p.m. Lookout Mountain School - 15 W. Coral Gables, Phoenix, AZ 85023 May 25 - July 29, 2016 (Monday – Friday) Breakfast: 7:45-8:15 a.m. Lunch: 11:30-12:30 p.m. Washington Elementary - 8033 N. 27th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85051 May 25 - July 29, 2016 (Monday – Friday) Breakfast: 7:45-8:45 a.m. Lunch: 11:15-12:15 p.m.

For more information, contact the WESD Nutrition Services Department at 602-896-5235. Deer Valley Unified School District Locations: Constitution Elementary School – 18440 N. 15th Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85023 June 6 – July 28, 2016 (Monday – Thursday) Breakfast: 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. Lunch: 11:00 AM – 12:30 p.m. *Look for fun kid friendly activities at this site! Come for the food stay for the fun! Paseo Hills Elementary School – 3302 W. Louise Dr., Phoenix, AZ 85027 June 1 – July 29, 2016 (Monday – Friday) Breakfast: 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. Lunch: 11:00 AM – 12:30 p.m. Beuf Community Center – 3435 W. Pinnacle Peak Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85027 May 31 – August 5, 2016 (Monday – Friday) Breakfast: 9:00 – 9:30 a.m. Lunch: 12:15 PM – 1:00 p.m. Deer Valley Community Center – 2001 W. Wahalla Ln., Phoenix, AZ 85027 June 6 – July 29, 2016 (Monday – Friday) Breakfast: 8:00 AM – 8:30 a.m. Lunch: 11:30 AM – 12:15 p.m.

Please visit our website for the latest information at www.dvusd.org and click on the Food & Nutrition page. You may also email us at nutrition@dvusd.org or call us at 623-445-5165.

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Glendale Union High School District Location: Greenway High School, 3930 W. Greenway Road, Phoenix Breakfast: 7:00 - 8:00 a.m. Lunch: 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

*All meals include an entrée, fruit, vegetables and cold milk. A monthly menu will be posted in the cafeteria. *Adult breakfast ($1.50) and lunch ($3.00) meals will also be available.

SOCIAL SECURITY BENEFIT PLANNING CLASS Cholla Library: 10050 Metro Parkway E, Phoenix, AZ. 85051 Thursday, July 21 from 6:00-7:30 This FREE class will be given by Jack Burns, Public Affairs Specialist from the Social Security Administration to answer questions such as:

What are the requirements to receive the benefits? What are some different filing options I have? Can I work and get benefits at the same time? How is my benefit calculated (what years are used)? How does Medicare fit into my Retirement benefits? How can I create a personal my Social Security account to see my earnings history and benefit estimates?

*Presenter recommends that you create your free my Social Security account online at

http://www.ssa.gov/myaccount/ prior to attending.

Space is limited! Register online at www.phxlib.org or in person.

PHOENICIAN PALMS RESIDENTS NEED OUR DONATIONS! The Phoenician Palms Apartments, located at 3421 West Dunlap Avenue, are home to a large population of refugee families from all over the world. Many of these families are resettled here with few, if any personal items aside from what they happen to be wearing. We are asking for your help to donate items to these families in order to help them become better situated and to let them know that our community cares about them. Try to imagine having to flee your home, your community, your Country, to save your life and the life of your children, not knowing anything about where you will live, or what it will be like. This is the case for people that call Phoenix their new home and we want to make sure they can have a good start to their new lives in our community.

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Donation items always needed (can be new or gently used):

1. Pots/Pans

2. Silverware & plates

3. Small household items- pictures, pillows, vases, etc. (helps with

making the apartment more homey)

4. Sheets, blankets, etc. - all can be gently used.

5. Bigger items like beds, bed frames and other items like tables,

night stands and dressers are also always welcome!

6. Clothing- men, women children and infants also appreciated

Whatever doesn't go to our immediate families either the agencies come pick up the rest of the items or we call the community leaders so they pass out items to their community members. For information about where to donate, or for any other information about the Phoenician Palms, please

call Anna Sepic at 602-832-4472.

ACACIA PARK GETS NEW PLAYGROUND Acacia Park is undergoing an upgrade! Below is information about the upgrades and a photo of the NEW equipment being installed!

a) The existing play equipment and sand were removed from the existing containment area and

replaced with the following amities. b) The new equipment consists of the following:

Two belt swings, two tot seat swings, 2-5 year old play equipment, L-slide vortex, deck, two fun fones, tot rock climber, kids perch, playcover shade sail 18’x18’, tot rock climber, observation deck, at the 5-12 play equipment includes, maypole, saddle seat angled post, vertical ladder, two end ladder, dip station below deck, single horiz rail, kid’s perch, ADA stairs, buttress ladder, groove slide vortex, side by side climber, wavy wedge wall walker, playcover sail 20’x 20’, for adult fitness two person chest press four person leg press, and loose fill safety wood fiber.

c) The existing playground containment area is 3,800 sq. ft. providing plenty of space for the community to enjoy the new equipment.

The new play equipment will provide a more challenging, fun and safe playground for the

community.

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A MESSAGE FROM THE NEW RIVER – DESERT HILLS COMMUNITY

ASSOCIATION The New River - Desert Hills Community Association would like to remind all of us about the importance of recognizing heat injuries/illnesses and about the importance of drinking enough water. We continue to experience excessive temperatures and we need to be aware of the dangers. Keep an eye on each other, help ensure we are taking proper care of our children and pets and make sure to limit your own activities to stay safe in the heat.

For additional information about heat exhaustion and heat stroke, please visit the American Red Cross

website at: http://www.redcross.org/news/article/Stay-Safe-during-Extreme-Heat

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CITY NEWS & EVENTS

UPCOMING PUBLIC CITY MEETINGS • Zoning Adjustment Hearing – Thursday, June 7th, 2016 at 9:00 a.m. in Assembly Room C, Phoenix City Hall, 200 West Washington Street.

For more information on these and all other public City meetings visit: https://www.phoenix.gov/cityclerk/publicmeetings/notices. City Council meetings are live on Cox Cable Channel 11 and streamed live on phoenix.gov and facebook.com/cityofphoenix. Past City Council meetings are posted to YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/cityofphoenixaz.

CITY NEWS

ORDINANCE S-42797 – ADOPTION OF PROPERTY TAX LEVY FOR 2016-2017 FISCAL YEAR Based on the recommendation by City Manager Ed Zuercher and the Budget and Research Department, an ordinance levying separate amounts to be raised for primary and secondary property tax levies upon each one hundred dollars ($100.00) of the assessed valuation of the property subject to taxation within the City of Phoenix for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017, passed City Council on a 5-4 vote. The ordinance provides for a primary property tax levy of $146,710,553 (a General Fund revenue source) equating to a rate of $1.3359 per $100 of assessed valuation, including $0.08 for maintenance of parks and playgrounds and $0.3359 for the operation and maintenance of libraries; and an estimated secondary property tax levy of $91,602,120 (used only for debt service) equating to a rate of $0.8341 per $100 of assessed valuation. The ordinance provides for a combined property tax rate of $2.1700 per $100 of assessed valuation. The property tax increase funds the City Council approved 2016-2017 Fiscal Year budget. The increase amounts to approximately $5.00 a month for an average Phoenix home owner.

100 Degree Temperatures to keep Dogs off Hiking Trails The parks and Recreation Board approved a pilot program for three months to prohibit dogs on trails when the temperature reaches 100 degrees or higher. The City of Phoenix also banned all dogs from Camelback Mountain, regardless of temperatures. The rule goes into effect today, and violators may be cited with penalties up to $2,500 and jail time. A proposal to ban hiking on all trails when the temperature reaches 110 degrees, or higher, was not recommended by the board. The board requested, however, that a task force be established, a survey be conducted and that the city get additional data on rescues related to heat and the associated costs. After three months, the board will develop a comprehensive plan based on the task force recommendations.

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CPTI COMMUNITY LISTENING SESSIONS

The Community and Police Trust Initiative (CPTI) was formed by the city manager in 2015 to review police-community relations which affect all residents. The initiative was composed of 17 community members carefully selected by the city manager to represent the residents of Phoenix, including those from the disability, immigrant, LGBT, millennial and refugee identity. After a nine month process, they presented city leadership with 15 recommendations to enhance the Phoenix Police Department's relationship with those they serve. The public is invited to learn about the recommendations and provide feedback. Representatives from the City Manager’s Office and the Phoenix Police Department will be in attendance at all events. All sessions will have translation service available and are ADA accessible.

More information on these events is available at www.phoenix.gov or by calling 602-262-6937.

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PAYMENT ORDINANCE FOR ANNUAL UTILITY CHARGES $89,161,694.00 Recently we were informed that the cost of utilities will increase across the City of Phoenix and affecting its residents. No one is exempt from the rising costs for our services, not even the City of Phoenix. At the June 21st Formal meeting of the City Council, the City Manager and the Finance Department requested that the City Council authorize the City Controller to disburse funds in an aggregate amount not to exceed $89,161,694.00 for the purpose of paying vendors, contractors, claimants and others, and providing additional payment authority under certain existing city contracts. Essentially, this is the utility bill for the City of Phoenix:

a) $ 73,567,103.00 To the following vendors, for electricity and gas charges of City

departments from July 1, 2016 through June 30, 2017 as provided in the proposed annual Operating budget, for the Budget and Research Department:

Arizona Public Service Salt River Project Southwest Gas

b) $15,594,591.00 To the City Treasurer, on behalf of the Water Services Department,

for water charges of City departments from July 1, 2016 through June 30, 2017 as provided in the proposed annual Operating budget, for the Budget and Research Department. ____________ $ 89,161,694.00

PHOENIX CITY COUNCIL APPROVES IMPROVED BUS SERVICE TO START IN

OCTOBER - Longer service hours for both bus and Dial-a-Ride service

Throughout the development of the Transportation 2050 (T2050) plan, Phoenix residents spoke about wanting more service hours – and we listened. The Phoenix City Council approved a major milestone in the future of the city’s transit landscape, which adds bus service hours and frequency when scheduled service changes take effect this October. The improvements equal a 20 percent increase in service miles, from about 17 to 20 million. This means more service hours and shorter wait times for Phoenix bus riders. In 2014, the Phoenix Public Transit Department went directly to the public to ask what they wanted from the voter-approved Transportation 2050 plan. Among the many suggestions the public gave during early outreach was longer bus hours that match the light rail schedule, and more frequent bus service. The $17 million improvements include extending the service day by three

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hours every day of the week for Phoenix’s 44 local fixed bus routes and Dial-a-Ride. In addition, those same routes will have a frequency of 30 minutes or less, seven days a week – in particular during off-peak hours and the weekend. “Last year Phoenix residents voted to approve a transportation plan that would include enhanced bus service,” said Councilwoman Thelda Williams who chairs the City Council’s Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee. "Today, the Phoenix City Council voted to approve a plan for more hours of service and increased frequency—improved service that was a direct result of input from our residents. Transportation infrastructure with bus service that connects residents to their destinations and attracts economic development is what our residents asked for and it is what Phoenix is committed to deliver.” This is just the first step in this service expansion. In April, Phoenix Public Transit Department is proposing the expansion of bus service to match light rail hours seven days a week, another 1.3 million service revenue miles. The two-phase implementation allows the city’s two bus service providers to hire and train the 200-plus employees it takes to drive and maintain the buses for this service improvement. The total miles to be added to the system in both October and April is nearly 4.5 million miles. T2050’s impact on Phoenix transit has just started. Other improvements transit riders can look forward to in the coming months are new shade shelters throughout the city, construction of bus bays and more new buses and Dial-a-Ride vehicles. Check out what some of our transit users have to say about the service upgrades: English - https://youtu.be/dIZk0jbdY9I, or Spanish - https://youtu.be/xJ7av2iG8Bo.

* – Matches light hours

Routes adding frequency: 0 – Central Ave., 1 – Washington Ave./Jefferson Ave.*, 3 – Van Buren Road*, 12 – 12th St.*, 13 – Buckeye Rd.*, 15 – 15th Ave., 16 – 16th St., 17 – McDowell Rd., 19 – 19th Ave., 28 – Lower Buckeye Rd., 29 – Thomas Rd.*, 39 – 40th St., 41 – Indian School Rd.*, 43 – 43rd Ave., 44 – 44th St. Tatum Blvd., 50 – Camelback Rd., 51 – 51st Ave.*, 52 – Roeser Rd., 59 – 59th Ave., 67 – 67th Ave., 75 – 75th Ave., 83 – 83rd Ave., 106 – Peoria Ave.,122 – Cactus Rd.*, 138 – Thunderbird Rd., 154 – Greenway Road, 186 – Union Hills Dr./Mayo Blvd., Valley Metro operated routes in Phoenix 30 – University Drive, 77 – Baseline Rd., 108 – Elliot Rd./48th St. * – includes weekday frequency improvements, all other Saturday and Sunday improvements.

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CITY MANAGER’S REPORT

Economic Development & Education Ten Governor’s Heritage Preservation Honor Awards were awarded at the 2016 Historic Preservation awards ceremony. This year, four rehabilitation projects for historic buildings in Phoenix won. The winning projects included: Ong Yut Geong Wholesale Market Warehouse, 502 S. Second Street; Sun Mercantile, 232 S. Third Street; C.P. Stephens DeSoto Six Motor Cars Dealership, 915 N. Central Ave., and chosen as the Grand Award Winner, the Professional Building (Hilton Garden Inn), 15 E. Monroe Street. Recently, CEDD staff conducted a visit to Bank of America with the Arizona Commerce Authority. Bank of America, located at 201 E. Washington St. plans to grow their operations in Arizona, which should result in an additional headcount for Phoenix as well. The Abbey-Phase I Structural Stabilization has been completed. The historic church structure located at 302 W. Monroe St. was built in 1929, went up in flames in 1984 and was set for demolition. The structure was saved by former Mayor Terry Goddard and others in the hope of complete restoration. Jones Studio Architects along with Patry Building Company are transforming the Abbey into a multi-tenant, mixed-use space while keeping the integrity of the structure. The new four-story space will feature a black box theatre, restaurant, office space, gallery and even a “speakeasy.” The center courtyard will host performances and events. Valley-based Helms Brisoe (HB), the world’s largest third-party meeting planner, held their HB 2016 Annual Business Conference in Phoenix for the first time. More than 1,800 HB associates representing 27 countries convened on June 8, 9, and 10 and attended meetings and events at the Phoenix Convention Center, Symphony Hall, Hyatt Regency, Sheraton Grand Hotel and CityScape. Hosting the conference provided an excellent opportunity to showcase Phoenix as a top-tier convention and meetings destination. Phoenix Convention Center will host an annual Volleyball Festival July 17 - 30. The Festival will be open to girl teams ages 12-18 from all over the United States. The Festival guarantees 14 matches over five days in multiple competition levels. More than 10,500 delegates are estimated.

Neighborhoods and Livability Neighborhood Services Department is working with the Law Department to review legislative changes as they pertain to signs, and will be providing staff and volunteers with the revised guidelines that will be effective July 1 through Nov. 23. Neighborhood Services Department staff met with Blight Buster Volunteers on June 16 to address changes in state and federal guidelines for sign removals during the election season.

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Social Services Delivery Five families graduated from DrugFreeAZKids.org’s Active Parenting of Teens program at the Sidney P. Osborn public housing site. The workshops taught parents communication strategies, non-violent discipline techniques, how to prevent drug use and provided education on other risky behaviors.

Public Safety Due to extreme temperatures, park rangers were stationed at North Mountain, Lookout Mountain, Shaw Butte, South Mountain (Pima & Telegraph), Rio Salado, Piestewa Peak, Echo Canyon, and Cholla trailheads to conduct public meet and greets. Hikers and guests were offered experienced advice for safe hiking and water.

Infrastructure On June 18, the new ground transportation (GT) policy went into effect at Sky Harbor Airport. Changes associated with the new policy include expanding permittee options and implementing trip fees for new carriers. New trip fees for existing carriers will begin January 2017. Aviation staff has conducted multiple briefings with stakeholders including the GT industry, landside, terminal operations, police, navigators, and ambassadors to ensure each group is prepared for the changes, which include both Uber and Lyft. The City of Phoenix is finalizing a contract to sell excess digester gas produced at the 91st Avenue Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP). The 91st WWTP produces digester gas as a byproduct of treating wastewater. Currently, the digester gas is flared to the atmosphere and used in the treatment process as boiler fuel to heat digesters. The project will capitalize on this “green energy” by selling the digester gas to Ameresco. Ameresco will clean the gas to pipeline quality and sell it as a renewable energy product to end users. Valley Metro and Public Transit met on June 13 to discuss regional issues including staffing levels and hours of operation for the regional customer service center. Valley Metro will be requesting board approval to move forward with expanding the service center hours to better serve transit customers as the City of Phoenix is expanding the span of service in October. The expansion of the customer service hours will require additional staff at Valley Metro. The process of Board approval and hiring will be completed by the October service changes.

FOLLOW COUNCILWOMAN WILLIAMS ON TWITTER! Thelda is tweeting! Follow her @TheldaWilliams1.

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SAFETY REMINDER - Never leave a child, or pet inside an unattended vehicle!

Distractions such as talking on the phone can cause some people to forget their kids in the car. Try to eliminate things that draw your attention away from your child. Another tip is to keep a stuffed animal in the car seat when your child is

not with you. When you place your child in the car seat, place the stuffed animal in the front seat with you as a reminder that someone is in the back!

GREAT ANIMAL CHARITIES TO DONATE TO: ANIMAL CRUELTY TASK FORCE: Need cases of water, 5 lb. bags of dog/cat food, bowls, towels, collars and leashes. Bring items to our DVPNBWO / BMCA Meetings on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at the DVCC or drop them off anytime at the Black Mountain Precinct at 33355 North Cave Creek Road, Phoenix AZ, 85331. ANTHEM PETS Animal Rescue: A Voice for the Voiceless http://anthempets.org/ 480-287-3542 ARIZONA PAWS & CLAWS www.azpawsandclaws.com FETCH FOUNDATION: please go to the following site: www.fetchfoundation.com/Newsflash/the-fido-bag-program M.A.I.N. What We Do - M.A.I.N. - Medical Animals In Need, Dog Rescue in Phoenix Arizona Kelly Ferreira 480-245-9203 President / Medical Animals In Need www.medicalanimalsinneed.com Together we save lives! MINI MIGHTY MUTTS For more information, contact Angie Crouse at 480-304-5654 or info@minimightymutts.com Also check out our website at www.minimightymutts.com Mini Mighty Mutts is a 501(c) 3 organization. We rescue the underdog!

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CONTACT DISTRICT 1

Councilwoman Thelda Williams

City of Phoenix 200 West Washington Street

11th Floor Phoenix, Arizona 85003-1611

(602) 262-7444 council.district.1@phoenix.gov