Mesa Breaks Record for Hydration Donation Campaign

October 14, 2024 at 3:29 pm
Mesa's Hydration Donation Campaign collected more than 1 million bottles of water this summer, smashing the goal of 700,000. The water bottle donations help people in need during the extreme summer heat

Newest Asian District Mesa AZ® mural celebrates Year of the Dragon

October 9, 2024 at 1:45 pm
Mesa's Asian District has unveiled its fifth cultural mural at Mekong Plaza. Jewel of Balance celebrates the Year of the Dragon

Mesa Domestic Violence Awareness Night Oct. 17 Will Honor Survivors and Victims

October 9, 2024 at 9:14 am
Domestic Violence Awareness Night is Oct. 17 from 5:30pm to 6:30pm at the Plaza at Mesa City Center, 56 E. Main St., to honor survivors and those lost to domestic violence

Registration Available for Mesa Parks and Recreation Winter Programs

October 7, 2024 at 11:12 am
Registration is underway for Mesa residents for the City's Parks and Recreation 2024-2025 winter season. A complete list of programs and activities is available at mesaparks.com

Early Voting for the City of Mesa General Election

October 1, 2024 at 9:45 am
Early voting for the General Election begins Oct. 9 and ends Nov. 1. The last day to register to vote is Oct. 7. More info at mesaaz.gov/elections

Lights, Camera, Safety!

September 30, 2024 at 10:07 am
The Move Safe Public Service Announcement Contest is back. 12 to 18 year olds are invited to create a 30-second announcement featuring a safety tip for riding or walking. Visit mesaaz.gov/movesafe for details

Celebrate Dia de los Muertos at Mesa Arts Center Oct. 19-20

September 26, 2024 at 2:06 pm
Celebrate Dia de los Muertos at Mesa Arts Center Saturday, Oct. 19 from 10am to 6pm and Sunday, Oct. 20 from 9am to 5pm

Mesa Police Department Concludes Successful Operation Safe Summer Initiative

September 24, 2024 at 2:42 pm
The Mesa Police Department has announced the successful completion of Operation Safe Summer to reduce teen violence. Over 10 weeks, officers issued 76 citations to teenagers for curfew violations and saw a decrease in violent crime involving teens

SRP Partners with City of Mesa to Expand Grass-to-Xeriscape Incentives for Residents

September 23, 2024 at 12:20 pm
SRP is partnering with Mesa to expand the City's Grass-to-Xeriscape Landscape Incentive program with a five-year, matching grant. Details at MesaNow.org

Mesa Family Resource Center Opens at Main Library

September 19, 2024 at 9:39 am
The Mesa Family Resource Center has opened at the Main Library, 64 E. 1st St. The community hub offers free activities and resources to families to support young children's health and development

City of Mesa Announces Grant Winners of Mesa Youth Climate Action Fund

September 18, 2024 at 9:33 am
The City of Mesa has announced the 12 Mesa Youth Climate Action Fund grant winners. They will design, implement and govern actionable climate solutions. The list of grant recipients is available at MesaNow.org

Non=Functional Turf Removal Begins at Mesa City Parks and Basins

September 16, 2024 at 12:24 pm
Thanks to a state grant, Mesa is now removing non-functional turf at more than 50 parks and basins to reduce the city's water usage

Writer in Residence Offers Free Workshops at Mesa Public Library

September 11, 2024 at 10:00 am
Sharon Skinner is the newest Writer in Residence with Mesa Public Library. She will be hosting workshops and offering one-on-one consultations for aspiring writers through December

Public Meetings for Proposed Five-Year Consolidated Plan to Seek Input on Community Needs

September 4, 2024 at 2:16 pm
The City is hosting three meetings to provide information and get public input about the proposed 2025-2029 Five Year Consolidated Plan regarding community needs and funding priorities. Details at MesaNow.org

Fuel Operation at Falcon Field Brings Sustainable Aviation Fuel to Mesa

September 3, 2024 at 10:28 am
Falcon Field, in partnership with Avflight Mesa and Avfuel Corporation, have partnered to bring sustainable aviation fuel to the the city-owned airport

Mesa Encourages Residents to Take Advantage of Water-Saving Fall Planting Resources

September 3, 2024 at 9:58 am
Mesa encourages residents to take advantage of water-saving fall planting resources. Details at MesaNow.org

Mesa Celebrates Red Mountain Park Expansion

August 29, 2024 at 9:56 am
Mesa is celebrating the expansion of Red Mountain Park. The expansion includes 10 new multi-use fields for sports like soccer and lacrosse, and four new baseball-softball fields

Office of Economic Development Receives 2024 Excellence in Economic Development Gold Award from the International Economic Development Council

August 28, 2024 at 9:21 am
Mesa's Office of Economic Development has received a 2024 Excellence in Development Gold Award from the International Economic Development Council for the Mesa Business Builder Program. Details at MesaNow.org

The City of Mesa Welcomes National League of Cities Centennial ‘Roadshow’

August 27, 2024 at 2:44 pm
Mesa welcomed today the National League of Cities (NLC) Centennial Roadshow: 100 Years, 100 Cities. This initiative is part of NLC’s year-long celebration, marking a century of commitment to advancing local government and advocating for the interests of cities, towns and villages nationwide.

Mayors John Giles and Corey Woods Launch Disagree Better Arizona to Elevate Civil Discourse

August 26, 2024 at 2:06 pm
Mesa Mayor John Giles and Tempe Mayor Corey Woods have announced the launch of the Disagree Better Arizona initiative to elevate civil discourse and foster constructive dialogue across the state

Mesa College Promise Program Expands, Enters Fourth Academic Year

August 21, 2024 at 4:00 pm
Mesa College Promise has welcomed its fourth and largest group of students to receive two years of fully funded tuition and fees at MCC. This includes the inaugural group of eligible Mesa residents who are 24 years or older

KoMiCo to Establish Semiconductor Equipment and Coating Facility in Mesa

August 20, 2024 at 7:11 am
KoMiCo is establishing a semiconductor equipment and coating facility in southeast Mesa. The facility is expected to be operational by 2026 creating over 200 new jobs

Mesa Appoints Two New Municipal Court Magistrates

August 20, 2024 at 6:14 am
Mesa City Council has appointed Judges Geoffrey Balon and Amy Haley as new Municipal Court magistrates

Local Public Figures Bring Awareness Back to School and Pedestrian Safety

August 14, 2024 at 3:07 pm
Local public figures, including Mayor John Giles, Mesa Councilmembers and Baxter the Bobcat and other mascots helped crossing guards on Aug. 14 to bring awareness to school and pedestrian safety

ICYMI - City of Mesa Partners with Phoenix Rescue Mission to Provide Outreach, Case Management Services to Address Homelessness and Heat Relief

August 14, 2024 at 1:36 pm
Mesa and Phoenix Rescue Mission are partnering to address homelessness and heat relief

North America’s Largest Automotive Supplier to Build Manufacturing Facility in Mesa

August 8, 2024 at 11:54 am
New investment and jobs from Magna to bolster the region.

Applications now open for the Mesa Business Builder Small Business Assistance Program

August 6, 2024 at 8:17 am
The City of Mesa has announced the opening of the Mesa Business Builder (MBB) Small Business Assistance Program for the new program year.

Resident's Guide to Community and Civic Engagement

July 31, 2024 at 10:31 am
The City of Mesas Community Engagement team is holding a free Residents Guide to Mesa class to educate and support neighborhood leaders to improve their communities. The Residents Guide to Community and Civic Engagement will take place Tuesday, Aug. 13, from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Mesa City Council Chambers, 57 E. First St.

Applications Being Accepted for East Valley Veterans Parade

July 24, 2024 at 12:06 pm
The East Valley Veterans Parade Association is now accepting applications for entries to the 17th Annual East Valley Veterans Parade. This year’s theme is “Arizona Heroes – Global War on Terrorism” to recognize those who served in the wars in...

Wholesale Aviation Parts Distributor Southern Cross Aviation Announces Expansion into Mesa

July 23, 2024 at 8:00 am
Southern Cross Aviation, a leading wholesale aviation parts distributor, has announced its expansion to Mesa to support the thriving general aviation, commercial aviation, and defense aerospace industries in Greater Phoenix. This strategic expansion...

Mesa Expands Household Hazardous Materials Facility Hours

July 3, 2024 at 9:40 am
Hazardous materials don’t belong in trash cans or recycle barrels. Mesa is making it even easier for residents to safely dispose of their household hazardous waste by extending operating hours at the Household Hazardous Materials (HHM) Facility,...

Mesa's Gateway Library Wins Prestigious Interior Design Award

July 2, 2024 at 11:34 am
Mesa’s newest library wins a 2024 Library Interior Design Award from the Commercial Interior Design Association (IIDA) and the American Library Association (ALA). The biennial IIDA/ALA competition recognizes excellence in library interior design and...

Mesa Dedicates New Police Property Building

July 1, 2024 at 11:00 am
Mesa opens a 33-thousand-square-foot facility to store police evidence. The City celebrated the completion of the anticipated Police Property Building, located at 154 N. Robson, next to Mesa Police Headquarters, with a ribbon-cutting...

City of Mesa Calls General Election

June 4, 2024 at 4:38 pm
The Mesa City Council has called a General Election for Nov. 5, 2024. Mesa voters will vote on four ballot measures that will impact the City’s ability to keep up with growth and maintain high-quality services for its residents, businesses and...