Peoria’s Planning Department provided a 2024 Major General Plan Amendments update to the Planning and Zoning Commission on June 6. The meeting can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/RWkEFq4Oswc. Additionally, the May 7 General Plan Update to City Council is available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BeTpG976qpg.
The City of Peoria is currently gathering data and evaluating the potential establishment of a Peoria Airpark. A preliminary economic impact assessment suggests that the airpark could generate $1 billion in annual economic impact, create nearly 8,000 jobs, and contribute over $60 million annually in state and local taxes.
Greater Phoenix Chamber President and CEO Todd Sanders joined Grand Canyon University (GCU) Board of Trustees members Dr. Lupita Hightower and Dr. Jim Rice, College of Engineering and Technology Dean Paul Lambertson, and award presenter Chad Luchiano of Wells Fargo Merchant Services after winning the economic driver award. GCU’s economic impact in the Valley was acknowledged Wednesday night at Greater Phoenix Chamber’s 37th Annual IMPACT Awards at the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown.
As Arizonans face the first heat wave of 2024, meteorologists predict a normal to below-normal monsoon season with increased wildfire risk this summer. APS has assured customers that crews are prepared to respond and that there is an adequate power supply to reliably serve them.
U.S. Congressional candidate Blake Masters (R-AZ-8) said due to President Joe Biden's border policies, "hundreds of thousands of foreign pedophiles, rapists, criminals and gang members" have entered the country and are endangering American citizens.
Grand Canyon University (GCU) athletic training faculty members Michael McKenney, Dr. Brandon Warner, and Marc Eilers, along with alumna Rebecca Lambert, recently provided support to U.S. athletes at the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) BMX World Championships in Rock Hill, South Carolina.
Arizona State Sen. Janae Shamp said the U.S. and its citizens are "in grave danger so long as our border remains wide open," and state legislators have to take action to put an end to the border crisis.
Participants practiced their soccer skills at the Canyon Activity Center during a day camp led by Grand Canyon University’s (GCU) men’s soccer team. The focus for Tuesday was attitude.
WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Lesko (AZ-08) released a statement today in response to President Joseph R. Biden’s executive action concerning the crisis at the southern border.
City Manager Henry Darwin has selected Jeff Curran as the new Development and Engineering Director for Peoria, Arizona. Curran brings over 30 years of experience in development and engineering to his new role.
The City of Peoria has announced an increase in utility rates effective July 1, 2024. The average residential customer will see their total utility bill rise by approximately 8.4%, translating to an additional $8.36 per month. This includes a $5.46 increase for water and sewer services, based on a 3/4-inch meter with 10,000 gallons of water usage and 8,000 gallons of sewer usage, and a $2.90 increase for garbage and recycling.
The City of Peoria is currently seeking an experienced budget professional to manage the day-to-day operations of its Budget Office. This position, which operates on a four-day work week with ten-hour days, offers a salary range between $95,733 and $118,709.