In this newsletter you will find the latest news, announcements, and event details I want to share with you.
As always, please do not hesitate to contact my office with questions, comments, or concerns at 602-262-7441 or council.district.3@phoenix.gov.
Respectfully,
Councilwoman Debra Stark
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July Recap
District 3 Summer Tour
This July, our office went on a District 3 Summer Tour, visiting District three and highlighting local businesses that give back to our community. It was a fantastic opportunity to connect with residents and showcase the incredible contributions these businesses make to the community. Thank you to everyone who participated and supported our tour!
City of Phoenix Updates
Stormwater Awareness
When it rains, stormwater flows directly into our rivers, washes, and retention areas without any treatment, carrying along chemicals, trash, and pet waste, which can harm our water.
Unlike the water from our kitchens or toilets, stormwater isn't treated. This makes it essential for us to take steps each day to prevent stormwater pollution, such as disposing of litter in the trash and always picking up your pet's waste.
Turn around if you feel dizzy, tired or overheated.
Wear proper sun protection and light-colored clothing.
Visit https://www.phoenix.gov/heat-safety for more info about the program, current trail restrictions during extreme heat warnings, and safety guidelines for safe hiking.
Heat Relief Programs
The City of Phoenix is offering heat relief by extending hours at three library locations and offering a 24-hour respite center. Now through Sept. 30, Phoenix will operate a 24-hour respite center at 20 W. Jackson St. Additionally, Yucca, Cholla, and Harmon libraries will stay open as cooling centers offering full library services Mondays through Saturdays until 10 p.m. On Sundays, these three locations will open as cooling centers from noon to 10 p.m.
Looking to boost confidence and build skills in the water? Don't miss this opportunity!
Whether you're just starting at the basics or fine-tuning your technique, the City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department offers lessons tailored to all ages and abilities starting at age 3 and up. Lessons are available at Coronado Pool, Pierce Pool, Falcon Pool, Roosevelt Pool, and Starlight Pool.
To view available classes and register, please visit:
The Yard Sign Pilot Program aims to influence safer driver behavior on neighborhood streets where children and other pedestrians are likely to be walking, jogging or bicycling. Residents and businesses are encouraged to plant a free sign on their property.
You can STILL pick up your sign in person at any one of five designated Parks and Recreation Department community centers:
Goelet A.C. Beuf -3435 W. Pinnacle Peak Rd.
Maryvale - 4420 N. 51st Ave.
Longview - 4040 N. 14th St.
Pecos- 17010 S. 48th St.
Cesar Chavez - 7858 S. 35th Ave.
Residents can also pick up a sign in person at Phoenix City Hall, 200 W. Washington St, 5th Floor.
The signs are free to the public and include a yard stake. Funding for the signs comes from money the Mayor and Council specifically set aside for road safety education and infrastructure improvements.
City Golf Courses Summer 2025 Maintenance Activities
The Benefits of Aerification:
1. Aerification loosens soil that has been compacted by golfers' foot traffic and maintenance machines rolling over it.
2. This opens growing room for the roots and increases oxygen to the roots.
3. The roots of the turfgrass can grow deeper, creating a healthier putting surface.
4. Removes organic matter to reduce thatch and provide the conduit for incorporating sand into the greens.
Upcoming Events
College Depot Educational Resource Expo
Discover Your Educational Path at the College Depot Educational Resource Expo!
Join Phoenix Public Library’s College Depot on Thursday, August 7, from 4:30 to 6:30 PM at the College Depot Auditorium, located inside of Burton Barr Central Library (1221 N. Central Ave., 2nd Floor), for an exciting opportunity to connect with local scholarship providers, community college and university representatives, apprenticeship programs, and organizations offering high school and GED options. This event is perfect for high school students and adults exploring their next steps. Enjoy snacks, raffle prizes, and valuable resources to help you plan your future!
The Phoenix City Council will have a Formal Meeting on Wednesday, August 27th at 2:30 p.m.
Members of the public can attend and speak in-person, by phone, or virtually via Webex. Pre-registration is required to speak on an agenda item or during the Public Comment period. To find the agenda and information on how to register to speak and how to submit an e-comment, visit Phoenix City Council Meetings.
Surveys:
The Parks and Recreation Department is developing a comprehensive Parks Master Plan to guide the future of our parks system. The survey will close on Monday, August 4, 2025, and we kindly ask for your participation by visiting:
We invite you to participate in a community survey to help shape the future of our city. Your insights are essential as we explore what a “Smart City” means for us—a place that uses data, evidence, and the latest technology to improve everyday life while blending in seamlessly with the natural environment. This survey is your chance to share your thoughts on how data and technology can support a more connected, sustainable, and livable community.
