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September 25, 2015

DISTRICT 1 NEWS & EVENTS:

DISTRICT 1 COMMUNITY BREAKFAST

This month’s breakfast was at the Radisson Hotel Phoenix north and our guest was Sheriff Joe Arpaio. You probably know him as “America’s Toughest Sheriff,” a name given to him years ago by the media. It’s a name he has certainly earned as head of the nation’s third largest Sheriff’s Office, with more than 3,500 sworn and civilian employees, serving a county of over 4 million people. With over 55 years’ experience in law enforcement, Arpaio knows what the public wants, “The public is my boss,” he says, “so I serve the public.” He has served them well by establishing several unique programs. His leadership and the excellent work of his staff have catapulted the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office into the ranks of elite law enforcement agencies.

DEEM HILLS DOG PARK OPENING

After months of planning and public meetings, along with finding the needed funds, Deem Hills Dog Park

opened on September 11th! A ribbon cutting took place to officially open the park on Friday, September 11th

at 6:30 p.m. at 51st Avenue & Deem Hills Parkway (north of Happy Valley Road). The dog park at Deem

Hills features separate approximately 1-acre fenced areas for small and large dogs, drinking fountains with dog

bowls attached, shade trees, area lighting, terraced turf and natural areas, benches, waste and recycling

receptacles and of course dog waste bag dispensers.

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PIONEER LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM HARVESTFEST 2015

HarvestFest is a month long, family friendly experience that seeks to provide quality entertainment to people of all ages! Festivities will take place every Saturday and Sunday in October from 9am – 5 pm. A pumpkin patch, pony rides, gold panning, food and live music is only a hint of what you can expect at HarvestFest 2015! Check out the calendar for a comprehensive list of activities and events. We can’t wait to see you at Pioneer HarvestFest 2015!

For additional information and to see the calendar of events, please visit: https://pioneerharvestfest.org/

KTIZO UCC FARMER’S MARKET Ktizo Farmers' Market opens Sunday October 11th, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. The farmer’s market features local, organically grown fruits and vegetables, plant 'starts', and other local vendors. They have been approved for SNAP payments (although they have not received the equipment to begin processing payments yet). The farmer’s market is located at 8724 N 35th Avenue. Parking is located on the lot behind Imagine School, which is across the street to the north of the church.

GLENDALE UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT BOND STATEMENT On November 3, voters within the Glendale Union High School District will be asked to approve the sale of $70 million in bonds which if approved will be used to renovate and maintain schools, improve energy efficiencies, and to purchase school furniture, equipment, technology and buses. Historically, the district received capital funding and facility funding based on formulas. The state has not adhered to their funding formulas. Since 2009, the district has been cut $33.3 million in capital funding. In addition, the facility funding for the district intended for major renovations and preventive maintenance of buildings was underfunded by $48.7 million and was completely eliminated in 2013. If approved, the bonds will be issued in phases as funds are needed for capital expenditures. The estimated additional annual cost to taxpayers with a home assessed at $100,000 would be approximately $29. (See the voter pamphlet for further details.)

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Each of the high schools in the district would benefit from the bonds. Proposed capital improvements include critical repairs to old roofs, air conditioning systems, flooring and cafeteria infrastructure. Additionally, technology, furniture and equipment to support schools and buses for reliable transportation are part of the proposal. For more information about the election or to find out more about the GUHSD Bond Program, contact Kim Mesquita at 623-435-6001.

CITY NEWS & EVENTS

UPCOMING PUBLIC CITY MEETINGS

• Public Safety and Veterans Subcommittee Meeting – Wednesday, September 30th, 2015 at 9:00 a.m. in City Council Chambers, 200 West Jefferson Street.

• City Council Formal Meeting – Wednesday, September 30th, 2015 at 2:30 p.m. in City Council Chambers, 200 West Jefferson Street.

• Zoning Adjustment Hearing – Thursday, October 1st, 2015 at 9:00 a.m. in Assembly Room C, Phoenix City Hall, 200 West Washington Street.

• Board of Adjustment Hearing – Thursday, October 1st, 2015 at 12:00 p.m. in City Council Chambers, 200 west Jefferson 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.

GETTING ARIZONA INVOLVED IN NEIGHBORHOODS

What is G.A.I.N.? G.A.I.N. stands for Getting Arizona Involved in Neighborhoods. G.A.I.N. is Arizona’s answer to National Night Out (NNO), which is held in August. Because of the soaring temperatures in August, communities statewide decided to observe NNO on the 3rd Saturday in October and call it G.A.I.N. October is also Crime Prevention month! G.A.I.N. is a day of celebration for the successes of crime prevention through community involvement.

THE G.A.I.N. KICK-OFF EVENT WILL BE HELD AT METROCENTER ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2015 from 10am - 1pm (inside Metro Center)

G.A.I.N. CELEBRATION DAY IS SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2015

Get your G.A.I.N. Event Application in by 9/30/15 to get a Crime Prevention Tote Bag full of great items at the Kick-Off Event!

https://www.phoenix.gov/police/neighborhood-resources/gain

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PLAN AND PAY FOR COLLEGE WITH HELP FROM COLLEGE DEPOT

College Depot, located on the second floor of Burton Barr Central Library at 1221 N. Central Ave., will host six free workshops this fall 2015 semester to help students plan and pay for college.

Café con Becas (2 Spanish sessions) 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 14 This informal Spanish question-and-answer session provides information on scholarships and all other aspects of the college planning process. College Applications and Essay Writing 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8 Learn to successfully complete a college application and review tips on writing strong essays followed by hands-on assistance. Scholarship Essentials + Hands-on Assistance 2 – 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17 Discover where to search and how to apply for scholarships followed by hands-on assistance. Financial Aid Essentials 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 4 Discover how to pay for college with financial aid options including FAFSA, scholarships, work-study and more.

Space is limited. For more information, call 602-261-8847 or visit

http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/collegedepot/Pages/default.aspx to register online. College Depot is a full-service college planning center open to anyone seeking assistance with planning for

college. The college planning advisors and assistants offer one-on-one appointments and workshops regarding admissions, financial aid, and scholarships. For a complete list of workshops and events, visit

http://www.phoenixpubliclibrary.org/collegedepot/Pages/default.aspx. Like us at and follow us at twitter.com/CollegeDepot.

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CITY NEWS

CITY OF PHOENIX RECEIVES $3.1 MILLION FEDERAL GRANT TO HIRE

MORE POLICE OFFICERS The city of Phoenix has been awarded a grant from the U.S. Department of Justice for $3.1 million to hire 25 officers for the police department. The COPS Hiring Program (CHP) is a three year grant that will specifically focus on the police department’s efforts to strengthen the relationship between the community and officers. “Our efforts to enhance and improve police community relations in Phoenix will take a big step forward with the addition of these 25 new officers,” said Mayor Greg Stanton. “Now, Phoenix is in a position to hire nearly 300 new officers by the end of this fiscal year. I am thankful that the Department of Justice chose Phoenix as one of three cities to receive the maximum award.” The Phoenix City Council has made police hiring a top priority. The police department is currently in a recruitment process to hire more officers and this new grant funding accelerates that hiring to put more officers on duty sooner. In addition, the recent passage of Proposition 104 in August allows for an additional 125 to be hired this fiscal year. The new COPS grant will bring the total for this current fiscal year to 295 new officers on the streets of Phoenix by July 1, 2016. “This is great news for the city of Phoenix and brings us even closer to our goal of achieving the staffing levels we need in our police force,” said Phoenix Councilmember Michael Nowakowski, chairman of the Phoenix Public Safety and Veterans Subcommittee. “With this grant, residents across the city will see a greater presence of police officers to fight crime and keep our neighborhoods safe.” The Phoenix Police officers hired under the COPS grant will be assigned to the department’s Community Relations Bureau allowing the department to now expand that bureau with more resources. Specific areas of focus include community response squads, the bias crimes unit, police advisory boards and programs focused on teaching young people about careers in law enforcement. “We are always looking for ways to improve our service and to build a safer Phoenix for our future. The Building Trust Grant announced today by the Community Oriented Policing office is an example of how the Phoenix Police Department understands the power of strong relationships with the community,” said Phoenix Police Chief Joseph Yahner. “Strong relationships with each other allow us to more effectively serve our community.” When applying for the COPS federal funding, Phoenix Police requested and received 25 officers. This is the second COPS grant awarded to Phoenix in the past two years. For hiring information including details on how long the process takes, minimum qualifications and the physical and written tests that are involved, click here or call (602) 534-COPS (2677), or email recruiting.ppd@phoenix.gov.

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BODY WORN CAMERA PROGRAM The Police Department has approximately 150 body worn cameras deployed throughout the city. Currently, two patrol squads in the Maryvale/Estrella Mountain Precinct, the Drug Interdiction Squad in Maryvale/Estrella Mountain Precinct, and the newly formed Crisis Intervention Squad in the Community Relations Bureau, are outfitted with body worn cameras. This type of camera system serves many purposes. The audio and video footage captured on these devices can provide valuable evidence in criminal investigations, and assists in de-escalating confrontational situations between officers and civilians. More importantly, the recorded video increases transparency and accountability of officers. Body worn cameras capture the majority of an officer’s daily interactions with the public, specifically those interactions that occur away from the officer’s patrol vehicle. This is a major advantage over utilizing traditional dashboard cameras, which typically only records activity near or around the officer’s patrol vehicle. Just this week, Government Relations has been notified that the City of Phoenix has been awarded $637,231 in funding from the U.S. Department of Justice, under the BJA Smart Policing Initiative: Body-Worn Camera Problem-Solving Demonstration Program. The application was submitted by the Police Department. The Smart Policing Initiative seeks to build upon the concepts of offender-based and place-based policing and broaden the knowledge of effective policing strategies. The most convincing research demonstrates that place-based or hotspot policing reduces violent crime and neighborhood disorder. This initiative addresses the need for effective policing that requires a tightly focused, collaborative approach that is measureable, based on sound, detailed analysis and includes policies and procedures for accountability. This grant program seeks to build upon data-driven, evidence based policing by encouraging state and local law enforcement agencies to develop effective, economical and innovative responses to precipitous or extraordinary increases in crime, or in a type or types of crimes with their jurisdiction. Phoenix PD will use their 2015 Smart Policing Initiative award under the body worn camera (BWC) category to deploy additional BWCs among random patrol officers citywide. The continual data collection and research will determine whether this form of BWC deployment is a more effective and efficient method of deploying BWCs. The goal is to decrease citizen complaints, evaluate the process and outcome of internal investigations for positive resolutions, and improve police/community relationships through transparency, accountability and legitimacy, which will enhance public and officer safety.

CITY OF PHOENIX POLICE DEPARTMENT GRANT AWARD SUMMARY

COPS Hiring: Awarded $3,125,000 to hire 25 entry level police officers ($125,000 per officer over the three year grant award period). The goal of hiring these officers will be to augment existing community partnerships in an effort to build trust within the community through the implementation, enhancement, and continuation of community policing strategies. Personnel will be deployed through the Community Relations Bureau to expand the number of police advisory boards, enhance relationships to increase bias crime reporting, expand the Explorer program, and revive the Cadet program. Body Camera Smart Policing Initiative: Awarded $637,231. The purpose of the grant is to deploy additional on-officer video cameras, research the impact of on-officer video cameras on citizen complaints, the process and outcome of internal investigations, privacy issues, and police/community relationships. Grant

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funding is to purchase on-officer video cameras, video storage equipment, travel, ASU research partner for academic evaluation, and overtime/fringe benefits for city employees (Police and Prosecutor's Office). DNA Capacity Enhancement and backlog Reduction Program: Awarded $451,749. Grant funds provide for the processing, recording, screening, and testing of forensic DNA in an effort to reduce backlogs. Grant funds overtime/fringe benefits for police personnel, and DNA outsourcing. Internet Crimes Against Children Task Forces: Awarded $392,843. The goal of this grant is to improve the task force effectiveness to prevent, investigate, and prosecute Internet crimes against children. Grant funds the salary and fringe benefits for one sergeant, overtime/fringe benefits for various task force personnel, supplies, travel, training, and contracts/consultants to support the task force investigations. Intellectual Property Enforcement Program: Award $253,129. The goal of the program is education,

prevention, and prosecution of counterfeit trademarks with the objective of removing the counterfeit property

from the marketplace and prosecuting the violators. Grant will fund overtime/fringe benefits, and

contract/consultants to support improved enforcement efforts of intellectual property theft through

collaborative task forces that include state, federal and local government agencies.

2014-15 GENERAL FUND BUDGET RESULTS This report provides an early review of 2014-15 General Fund budget results, including revenues exceeding estimates by 0.2% and spending less than projected with a resulting general fund balance that is $25 million over expected results. These one-time resources give us a significant head-start on a projected budget deficit for fiscal year (FY) 2016-17. The five year general fund forecast, presented in February 2015, indicated a projected $31 to $58 million deficit for fiscal year 2016-17 if no action were taken. This deficit forecast was primarily due to significant Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS) cost increases of $25.0 in FY 2016-17 and an additional $20.0 million in 2017-18. Two factors drive our ability to manage potential deficits in our budget: building accurate revenue forecasts and careful spending controls. With consultation from a University of Arizona contract approved by the City Council, Budget & Research staff have been honing the revenue forecast models for the past 13 months. After the first year, our forecast came within 0.2% of actuals. Thus, there is no need to adjust revenue forecasts currently, meaning there is no additional deficit projected from the revenue side of the equation. With regards to expenditures, under direction of the City Council, City employees focused on saving money aggressively in 2014-15. As a result, the City ended FY 2014-15 with $25.0 million more than estimated. This additional amount represents one-time resources that can be used to offset potential future deficits. Budget and Research staff continues to consult with economic experts from the University of Arizona, which coordinates the State Forecast Project. The City of Phoenix is taking advantage of our membership in the Forecast Project to receive outside expert consulting on the City’s process for projecting sales taxes, the largest component of General Fund revenue. Already, this has resulted in improved revenue projections as we now have access to independent economists who better understand the impact that local and global economic changes have on the Phoenix economy. Recommendations will be provided regarding any process and informational improvements that may enhance sales tax forecasts.

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Expenditures - Total expenditures were estimated at $1,074.3 million, and actual expenditures were $1,051.4 million, or $22.9 million less than estimated. This savings was primarily the result of City departments working hard to reduce spending at the end of last year, largely through maintaining vacancies longer than usual. This means existing employees temporarily had to fill in gaps to continue providing services to the community. The vacant positions also generated non-personal service related savings. For example, due to the increased number of vacant positions and the elimination of underutilized vehicles, City staff logged approximately 200,000 fewer miles in FY 2014-15 as compared to FY 2013-14. Because of the significant reduction in the number of miles driven by City staff and reduced fuel costs, vehicle operations and maintenance expenses were also lower than anticipated for the year.

DEMONSTRATION PROJECT GRANT APPLICATION FOR HISTORIC FIRST

BAPTIST CHURCH LOCATED AT 302 WEST MONROE STREET Constructed in 1929, First Baptist Church was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982 and Phoenix Historic Property Register in 1995. The building is significant for its architectural style—Italian Gothic with Moderne influences—and for its progressive design, with an auditorium for religious events instead of a sanctuary, a stage with a proscenium arch and curtains replacing the altar, and individual seats rather than pews. The stuccoed brick building consists of two parts: the main four-story 1929 building and a two-story 1949 addition to the west. The most notable features of the building are a 105'-tall corner bell tower and a large cast stone pointed arch and rose window centered on the south façade. Although the building was originally of substantial construction with high quality materials, finishes, and detailing, it suffered serious damage in 1984. A fire destroyed a number of significant interior features and quickly moved to the attic, resulting in the building’s Spanish tile roof collapsing into the auditorium. The roof structure over the west wing remained intact, while the bell tower's hipped roof was damaged such that it was eventually determined hazardous and its tiles had to be removed. Over the past three decades, exposure to the elements has caused further deterioration. To address the safety issues resulting from a damaged and compromised structural support system, several sets of bracing have been installed to support the exterior walls. In 1999, an Arizona Heritage Fund grant provided monies to partially rehabilitate the exterior of the building, including door and window repair and replacement. At present, the property owner, Abbey Historic Restoration Limited Partnership, is seeking a grant to complete Phase I of the rehabilitation of the church. The planned rehabilitation is occurring in three phases as part of a certified rehabilitation under the federal historic preservation tax credit program. Phase 1, "Structural Stabilization," includes the installation of micro piles and grade beams, the construction of new floors on levels 2 through 4 composed of composite concrete and steel decking, and roof repair and replacement. During Phase 2, "Functional Improvements and Core Upgrades," the building's plumbing, electrical and mechanical systems will be re-established. As part of this work, restrooms will be constructed, elevators installed, and additional staircases will be built to address egress and ADA requirements. The remaining interior walls will be repaired, as will the historic windows and doors needing repair. Once functional, the building will be marketed to find tenants for the spaces. Phase 3 will consist of improvements made to finish the leased spaces and customize them to individual needs. The first phase of the project began in November 2014 and is expected to be completed in June 2016.

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INTERNATIONAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRESS In the past 12 months the City of Phoenix and the State of Arizona have seen a significant increase in exports, up by more than 12 percent over last year, while overall US exports have seen a decline. The City and State represent the third-fastest growing export market in the country. The collective performance is outpacing that of long-time high performers such as the State of California, State of Texas, State of Illinois and the State of New York. At the present time, the State of Arizona is on pace to exceed 2014’s record export levels with Phoenix and the Phoenix metropolitan area contributing approximately 70 percent of all Arizona exports. CEDD has made progress with regards to the individual elements of the International Strategy including:

• Collaborated with the Canadian Arizona Business Council to promote development

and investment opportunities. A trade mission is planned for Canada in

October/November 2015.

• Launch of the Metro Phoenix Export Alliance.

• Launch of an ExporTech program in the City of Phoenix as part of the Export

Readiness Initiative.

• Developed a draft five-year Mexico strategy.

• Added to our marketing and branding campaign with “Connecting the Americas,”

which showcases our international efforts.

• Collaborated with partners to catalog the internationally based companies in the region

for the purpose of utilizing the information as a business retention and expansion tool.

• Completed a study with Arizona State University to determine suitable candidate Sister

Cities.

INFORMATION ON THE PHOENIX IDA The Phoenix IDA was created in 1981 to provide bond financing for community and economic development projects. Since January 2009, the Phoenix IDA has issued more than $1.5 billion in bonds for programs to increase job opportunities within the community, support education and healthcare, and provide housing for underserved communities, benefitting the residents of Phoenix and Arizona. Eligible bond applicants include for profit-entities, nonprofit 501(c) organizations, or public agencies. With the exception of housing projects, the Phoenix IDA can issue bonds for projects located anywhere in Arizona. The Phoenix IDA may also issue bonds to finance projects outside of Arizona if the project provides a benefit within the state. With a staff of eight currently working with an operating budget of approximately $1.7 million, the Phoenix IDA is financially independent. It utilizes revenues primarily generated from fees associated with bond financings and homeownership programs to pay for all of its expenses. Attachment B provides information on revenues and expenses during the last three fiscal years. The Phoenix IDA invests in programs that mainly benefit residents within the greater Phoenix area, small businesses, and communities throughout the city. Improving the standard of living for Phoenix residents, these programs support education, nonprofit organizations, small business expansion, and affordable housing.

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Home in Five Advantage – Mortgage Origination Program In September 2012, the Phoenix IDA and the Maricopa County IDA partnered to launch Home in Five Advantage – Mortgage Origination Program. The program assists homebuyers in obtaining a Federal Housing Administration, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, or U.S. Department of Agriculture – Rural Development loan to purchase a new or existing home. The program provides a competitive mortgage loan interest rate with a 5 percent grant for down payment and closing costs. Targeting low- to moderate-income families and individuals throughout Maricopa County, the program has assisted with the purchase of approximately 6,200 homes and has funded approximately $1.03 billion in loans for homebuyers through July 2015. Phoenix IDA Loan Fund The Loan Fund includes two programs: Phoenix IDA Pre-Development Loan Fund and the Phoenix IDA Line of Credit. The Pre-Development Loan Fund provides short-term financing of up to $250,000 for pre-development costs incurred by nonprofit organizations seeking Phoenix IDA bond financing. Up to $1.5 million is available for these loans, including $500,000 from the Arizona Community Foundation for education-related loans. The Line of Credit program provides short-term loans of between $50,000 and $250,000 to nonprofits with limited access to credit. Interest rates are indexed to the Wall Street Journal Prime Rate, with interest only payments until maturity. Attachments C-1, C-2, and C-3 provide information on loans made during the last three fiscal years. Small Business and Nonprofit Lending Program Through this program, creditworthy small businesses, including nonprofit organizations, have the opportunity to receive loans to help expand their operations. Since July 2012, the program has helped finance more than $2.9 million in loans to local businesses in healthcare, education, and downtown redevelopment. Attachments C-1, C-2, and C-3 provide information on loans made during the last three fiscal years. 2015-2016 PLAN The Phoenix IDA’s 2015-2016 plan concentrates business development efforts on projects to: 1) create and/or retain jobs, 2) support local Arizona investments, and 3) boost the local community. The main elements of the plan include:

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• Healthcare: Assisted Living Facilities, Healthcare Providers, and Hospitals.

• Community and Economic Development: Multifamily Housing and Qualifying 501(c) Projects.

• Tax-Exempt Bonds for Manufacturers Program: � Small manufacturers seeking bond financing for expansion. � Partnership with the City of Phoenix’s Community and Economic Development

Department and Alliance Bank.

• Education: District School Financing Model, Higher Education, and Charter Schools.

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Residential Mortgage Programs

• Home in Five Advantage Mortgage Origination Program – Government Loans: � Expand 4 percent Down Payment Assistance to include First Responders and Teachers. � Homeownership Assistance of $1 million for moderate- to low-income prospective

homebuyers.

• Home in Five Advantage Mortgage Origination Program – Conventional Loans: � Down Payment Assistance Program of 3 percent for first-time homebuyers.

• Mortgage Credit Certificate Program for moderate- to low-income homebuyers.

AFFORDABLE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT COMMUNITY PRIORITIES AND CALL FOR INTEREST PROCESS On December 10, 2013, City Council approved the Affordable Housing Loan Program’s Underwriting Guidelines, including its Community Priorities (Priorities) that allow the City to proactively communicate housing needs to developers of affordable and/or special needs housing. The Priorities are designed to be narrow, targeting supportive housing projects to serve the most vulnerable, frail, and homeless populations, and assist low-income families in home-buying. The Housing Department recommends continuing these Priorities with the addition of a priority for projects submitted by non-profit Community Development Housing Organizations (CHDO). CHDOs are instrumental in providing affordable housing projects for the communities they serve. Additionally, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requires at least 15 percent of the annual HOME allocation to be awarded to eligible CHDOs. The proposed Priorities are:

• Acquisition, rehabilitation, and/or new construction of properties that focus on homeless or special needs populations and provide appropriate services to assist and sustain these populations.

• Acquisition, rehabilitation, and/or new construction of properties where the developer qualifies as a CHDO as defined by the HOME Program.

• Rehabilitation of existing affordable properties, owned by non-profit developers and currently or previously funded by the City of Phoenix.

• Down payment, closing cost assistance for low- and moderate-income families at 80 percent of median income ($51,200 for a family of four).

The total allocation available for the 2015-2016 Call for Interest is approximately $4 million in HOME funding, of which $1.2 million must be awarded to CHDOs, and $2.5 million in CDBG funding. This level of funding will allow for approximately four to five affordable housing project awards. The proposed Call for Interest will be available through the City’s website in early November 2015. A selection committee will be convened to review and prioritize proposed projects based on the established Priorities and criteria. The committee will be made up of representatives from City departments and community partners with housing development expertise who are not competing for the funding.

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ROADMAP TO EXCELLENCE UPDATE In March 2013, the City Council approved the “Roadmap to Excellence: Making the City of Phoenix a National Leader in Preventing and Ending Domestic Violence.” In July 2015, the City’s Domestic Violence Fatality Review Team (DVFRT) submitted its second annual report to the State of Arizona. The report’s conclusions continue to confirm the need to focus on the Order of Protection process as it is one of the most dangerous times victims face in a violent relationship. In February 2014, Phoenix Municipal Court, Phoenix Police, O’Connor House, Administrative Office of the Courts, Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office and Phoenix Human Services Department Family Advocacy Center (FAC) piloted and then implemented an Order of Protection project. Under the project, an FAC Victim Advocate acts as the Order of Protection Service Coordinator to facilitate the service of difficult-to-serve orders or orders whereby service is not requested at the time the order is obtained, without the victim’s direct involvement in the process. Since September 1, 2015, 358 victims have selected to enter the Order of Protection project and were not subject to the high risk process identified in the DVFRT report. The initiative is now being replicated by jurisdictions across the state. Coordinated Service Delivery: On December 19, 2012, the City Council approved targeted funding for domestic violence assistance, which was awarded through a competitive process to ACESDV to implement a centralized screening program for shelter and service requests throughout Maricopa County. The Centralized Screening program provides victims with one-stop access to shelters and related services. Prior to the program victims had to discover and navigate a complex array of services to locate appropriate and available resources for their specific needs. By centralizing access to services, victims are much more likely to successfully engage in recovery services. This streamlined engagement eliminates one of the most significant barriers to recovery identified during the development of the Roadmap to Excellence. Moreover, the network’s limited resources are more efficiently managed and utilized within the community. Between July 1, 2014 and June 30, 2015, 11,777 calls were received with 1,420 screened for emergency shelter. Additionally, 673 individuals/families were evaluated by a City Housing Specialist with 332 placed in permanent housing. These results doubled the previous year’s results. Partnerships to End Domestic Violence and Community Awareness: An Employer’s Toolkit was developed and made available to local employers. The toolkit provides information pertinent to domestic violence issues in the workplace. Through employer partners, national best practices have been identified and will serve as examples of the ways to increase awareness of domestic violence in the workplace and to create a culture of change. Arizona Federal Credit Union (AZFCU) has participated in the campaign by having employees wear the Paint Phoenix Purple polo shirts on Fridays and sharing resources with customers. This year, AZFCU is sponsoring many of the Youth and Education events. For two years, Circle K Corporation has placed domestic violence posters in all store restrooms throughout the state. Mountain Park Health Clinic provided training to all staff,

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made changes to their human resource policy, and placed posters and safety cards in all seven of their locations and their women’s clinic. The Paint Phoenix Purple campaign continues to grow. Partners include local businesses, professional sports teams and the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce. Arizona Governor Doug Ducey will be ”Lighting Arizona Purple” by leading a rally at the state capitol on October 1, 2015 in collaboration with City activities. The Youth and Education Work Group continues to engage educational institutions in promoting healthy relationships and creating a culture change by eliminating tolerance and indifference towards domestic violence. City staff, in partnership with Phoenix Union High School, has conducted three youth town halls over the past two years, with more than 375 participants. In addition, there have been forty-five “In their Shoes” trainings for 1,660 students and fifteen resource day events, reaching more than 12,500 students. An art contest was also held with approximately 54 students submitting art pieces over a two-year period. This year, the Youth and Education Work Group is expanding to all high schools within the city, as well as various charter and alternative schools. A resource guide promoting the initiative has been developed and has been well received by local school districts. There will be an art and dance contest for youth this year. Prizes for the winners will be provided by the campaign’s community partners. In addition, a new program, Coaching UP, focuses primarily on addressing the roles high school athletics coaches play in the lives of student athletes and will provide the skills to teach student athletes the values of respect, integrity and teamwork. Coaching UP is a pilot program funded by the Arizona Foundation for Women, the McCain Institute, and the NFL Foundation through a Legacy Grant. Three Phoenix area high schools, Betty Fairfax, Central, and North Canyon, were provided a $1000 grant to produce a community service project related to the issues identified in Coaching UP.

PHOENIX PUBLIC LIBRARY’S CHILDREN’S READING PROGRAMS, “EVERY HERO HAS A STORY” The annual summer reading program ran June 1 through August 1, 2015. The program was sponsored by Maricopa County Library District, Season for Sharing, The Arizona Republic and Channel 12 News, with additional support from The Friends of the Phoenix Public Library and the Arizona Diamondbacks. More than 21,000 Phoenicians of all ages read more than eight million minutes during the summer. Building on the successful debut of a new online interactive platform last summer, participation in the program by Phoenix residents increased by 61 percent over the previous year. Participation by the key 6-11 age group increased by 87 percent. Library staff visited 96 elementary schools to sign up students prior to the start of the program. During the summer, more than 43,000 children and adults attended special programs at the 17 city libraries. In Addition, 330 teens contributed more than 8,000 hours of volunteer service in support of the summer reading program.

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STAR WARS READS DAY AT JUNIPER LIBRARY

Early in the morning storytimes will have a special Star Wars theme as will all storytimes for preschoolers in the week leading up to Star Wars Reads Day. Additionally, young fans from across the galaxy can hone their Jedi skills and help the Library Rebel Alliance defeat the Galactic Empire at a fun-filled family event at Juniper Library, 1825 W Union Hills Road ON Saturday October 10 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Science and literacy activities for kids of all ages will be

enjoyed as the participants fill a passport with stickers and have an opportunity to win great prizes. The program is sponsored by the Juniper Friends Chapter and promises a fun time for everyone. Costumes are highly encouraged!

UNIFIED CITY SERVICES/MUNICIPAL ID CARDS At the request of Chairwoman Laura Pastor, City staff has begun to research the possibility of creating a Unified City Services Card. Additionally, City staff has met with the OnePHX Coalition, which also is working to create a Municipal ID card for residents to use for identification purposes and which could be part of a unified services card system for access to City services such as libraries, parks, senior centers, and transit, as well as discounts at arts and cultural facilities. Many cities in the United States have Unified City Services and/or Municipal ID cards. Some of the cities manage the implementation of the card program, while other cities have outsourced the program. Examples of a few of the cities are: New Haven, Connecticut, San Francisco, California, Oakland, California, Los Angeles, California, and New York, New York. In order to move forward on a Unified City Services/Municipal ID card concept, staff seeks direction from the Parks, Arts, Transparency and Education Subcommittee and recommendation for City Council approval for staff to identify technology requirements, such as the various software platforms used throughout the City, and security and compatibility requirements, and develop proposed implementation policies and standards, such as who will be eligible for the card, what the card can be used for, how the information will be stored, shared and protected, and other factors.

CITY MANAGER’S REPORT

LEGISLATIVE

State

The Government Relations and Law Departments met to research a new development with 12% tribal gaming

revenue grants. Since the program’s inception in 2003, tribal communities have directed nonprofits to work

with cities and counties on funding opportunities. In recent weeks, the Arizona Department of Gaming has

contacted tribal communities and local governments, signaling a change in the interpretation of the state law.

The new interpretation redirects 100% of the monies towards municipal and county government programs

primarily in the areas of public safety and economic development. Staff is analyzing the impact of this decision.

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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & EDUCATION

On Saturday, Sept. 26, Sky Harbor is partnering with American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and The Arc to

hold the Wings for Autism Event from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. by Gates D7 and D8. Approximately 300 participants

will go through the travel experience, including getting their own boarding pass, passing through security, and

boarding a plane which will then taxi around the airport, giving those on board a first-hand experience of the

flying process.

NEIGHBORHOODS AND LIVABILITY

Phoenix Public Library will be holding the “Amazing Library Card” campaign Oct. 1 through Nov. 30. Taking

inspiration from “Star Wars Reads Day” (Oct. 10) and the December scheduled release of the next “Star

Wars” film, the festivities will begin with “This is the Star Wars Party You’re Looking For!” from 6 to 8 p.m.

on Friday, Oct. 2, at Burton Barr Central Library. The galactic fun continues on Saturday, Oct. 10, with Star

Wars Reads Day celebrations at Acacia, Cholla, Juniper, and Yucca Libraries. The campaign, also including

outreach (classrooms, schools, and community events), will continue system-wide throughout November in

support of issuing new library cards.

Office of Art and Culture staff is working with Valley METRO to update and reprint the Arts and Culture

Ride Guide, a list of arts, cultural, and entertainment venues within walking distance of the light rail station

stops. The revised edition will incorporate changes resulting from expansion of the rail line in Mesa and

Phoenix. Colleagues at the City of Mesa and City of Tempe cultural services departments are updating their

sections of the rail line. The Phoenix section of the line includes 38 arts, cultural, and entertainment venues

within walking distance of station stops. The Guide is stocked on Light Rail trains and distributed through

downtown hotels, the downtown Ambassadors, Phoenix Convention Center, and other points of distribution

that are frequented by visitors and residents.

SOCIAL SERVICES DELIVERY

Starting Tuesday, Sept. 22, Tumbleweed will begin mobile visits to Acacia, Cholla and Yucca Libraries to assist

with the needs of homeless teens and young adults in those communities. The mobile unit is equipped with a

mobile shower, washer & dryer, and onsite social workers from Tumbleweed to assist with resource and

placement assistance.

PUBLIC SAFETY

The Fire Department will participate in the Emergency Preparedness Expo held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on

Sept. 26 at MetroCenter. First responders will teach participants about CPR and water safety and will oversee

fire drills for the public.

The United Phoenix Firefighters Association and the Fire Department is working in conjunction with the

Phoenix Law Enforcement Association and the Police Department in hosting a Superhero September event

that runs for the entire month of September. This event will benefit Childhelp Children’s Center of Arizona,

an advocacy center for children who have suffered from abuse. The goal is to seek some much-needed items

of donation for the center and to host a superhero-themed kickoff event that demonstrates to the children at

the center that there is a superhero in each of us that can overcome adversity.

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INFRASTRUCTURE

Street Transportation staff installed several new “WRONG WAY, RIDE WITH TRAFFIC” signs for

bicyclists in the downtown area as part of the department’s bike safety campaign. Also, to aid those looking

for event parking, “EVENT PARKING AREA” signs were added for meters near the ballpark and arena.

PHOENIX TEAM

Arizona Forward has recognized Phoenix for its outstanding contributions to the physical environment of

our local communities. Since its inception in 1969 as Valley Forward and expanding statewide in 2013, Arizona

Forward has brought business and civic leaders together to convene thoughtful public dialogue on regional

issues in an effort to improve the sustainability of communities in the state. The City received several awards

in various categories during the 35th Annual Environmental Excellence Awards ceremony, including two

Crescordia Awards, which are given as the highest honor in each category.

Crescordia Awards

• Governor’s Award for Arizona’s Future: - Team Arizona Colorado River Shortage and Drought Preparedness (City of Phoenix Water Services Department, Central Arizona Water Conservation District, Arizona Department of Water Resources Partnership)

• Art in Public Places: - Phoenix Sky Harbor Terminal Three Sky Train Station Platform and Bridge (City of Phoenix Office of Arts and Culture)

Awards of Merit

• Art in Public Places: - Pinnacle Peak Water Reservoir Public Art Project (City of Phoenix Office of Arts and Culture) - Shade for Transit Series (City of Phoenix Office of Arts and Culture)

• Healthy Communities: - Public Policy/Plans, ReinventPHX (City of Phoenix Planning and Development Department) - Multimodal Transportation and Connectivity, GRID Bike Share (City of Phoenix Street Transportation Department)

• Environmental Education/Communication: - 7th Avenue @ Melrose Curve Recycling Awareness (City of Phoenix Office of Arts and Culture)

TRIVIA ANSWER

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https://www.phoenix.gov/publicworks/recycling/household-hazardous-waste

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METROCENTER WALK ‘N TALK EVENTS Purpose Statement: To create a fun and healthy framework to encourage exercise in a safe, convenient and

climate controlled environment. To provide educational opportunities and information that promotes healthy lifestyles. FREE Presentations will be provided monthly in the Metrocenter Community Room on the 1st Thursday of each month at 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. (Located at the end of the hallway leading to the restrooms by the Food Court). Please note: Presentations are for the purpose of providing FREE

information. Presentations ARE NOT for the purpose of sales pitches.

Oct. 1, 2015 National Crime Prevention Month, presentation by Chief Yahner, City of Phoenix Police Department

Nov. 5, 2015 “Integrative Medicine for Cancer” combating side effects of

cancer treatment, presented by Dr. Eddie Wai, DO

Walker’s etiquette First, check with your doctor to make sure you are healthy enough to walk regularly.

• As of January 1, 2015 the Metrocenter Mall opens at 10:00 A.M.

• Stay clear of any work that may be in process in the mall or mall parking lot.

• Watch out for your fellow walkers.

• Please patronize the mall merchants! Enjoy the cuisine at the Food Court!

• Call 911 immediately if there is a medical emergency, and then contact mall security.

• For any other issues please contact Metrocenter Security at 602-944-0970.

• Finally… have fun! Note: If you walk entirely around the upper level of Metrocenter Mall (including mall entrance corridors) you will have walked 2/3 of a mile!

Healthy Lifestyles for a Healthy Life! We are always seeking presentations to serve your needs. Please send your

requests and ideas to MetrocenterWalkNTalk@gmail.com.

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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. 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!

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