Peoria City Council Unveils Updated Website with Focus on Key Priorities
The Peoria City Council has revamped its website to prominently feature its three main priorities: economic development, public safety, and water security.
The economic development section provides updates on significant projects, including Amkor’s new semiconductor packaging and test facility, studies for a Peoria Airpark, the new American Leadership Academy public charter school coming to Vistancia, and various medical and commercial developments across the city. Visitors can also find the latest information on growth initiatives in downtown Peoria.
The public safety page offers resources and updates from the police and fire departments. Highlights include the introduction of a new Aviation Unit, the expansion of the School Resource Officer and School Liaison Officer programs, and progress on the Real Time Crime Center and the new Joint Public Safety Facility near Vistancia.
Water security is a critical component of Peoria’s long-term sustainability. The updated website details the city’s efforts in water conservation, the expansion of water reclamation facilities, and projects to ensure a reliable and high-quality water supply for future generations.
The site will be regularly updated with new information as it becomes available. Residents can track these important projects and more at peoriaaz.gov/councilpriorities.
Understanding Political Sign Etiquette for the 2024 Election Season
With the election season upon us, political and campaign signs are starting to appear on public and private properties. While these signs are permitted beginning in May, it’s essential to follow Arizona Revised Statute regulations regarding their placement. Here are some key guidelines to ensure proper sign etiquette:
Permission for Placement: Political signs do not require a city permit. However, if placed on private property, the sign owner must have the property owner’s permission.
Sign Specifications: Political signs can be freestanding, single, or double-sided. They may be positioned either perpendicular or parallel to the street.
Installation and Removal: Political signs can be installed up to 90 days before Primary Election Day and must be removed within 15 days after the General Election Day. Candidates who do not advance to the General Election must remove their signs within 15 days after the Primary Election Day.
Utility Safety: Before digging to install signs, contact Arizona 811. State law mandates that anyone excavating on public or private property must determine if underground utilities are present.
Adhering to these guidelines not only demonstrates good neighborly behavior but also ensures compliance with state regulations. Using proper sign etiquette can contribute to a respectful and orderly election season.
Register for Peoria’s HOA Academy
The city of Peoria’s HOA Academy is Saturday, June 15 from 8 a.m. to noon.
The program educates HOA board members, management teams and interested homeowners about maintaining homeowners associations Topics for the course include legislative update, board of directors code of conduct and roles, federal laws, parking in the association, CC&R enforcement, creating a green community, hot topics, and more.
The city is partnering with Carpenter Hazelwood Delgado & Bolen Law Firm and Vial Fotheringham Law Firm for this one-day training course. Breakfast will be provided. There is a $15 registration fee. Participants need to register by June 13. To more information and register, visit peoriaaz.gov/hoaacademy.
