Cholla District Weekly Update June 18, 2021

Upcoming Glendale City Council Meeting Dates Tuesday, June 22 Council Workshop: Starts at 12:30 p.m. Agenda Council Voting: Starts at 5:30 p.m. Agenda Watch Council Meetings Live on the City's Facebook, YouTube, or on Glendale Channel 11. ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ Past Council Meeting Information, Agendas, and Videos Request Service & Get Information 24/7 with GlendaleOne Cholla District Code Compliance Monthly Report (April 2021) Dear Cholla Residents, This week is Monsoon Awareness Week. Glendale residents have seen how quickly and furiously storms can move in and out, bringing strong winds, dust, rain, and flash flooding. These storms can cause interruptions in services such as water, power, and gas. The Glendale Fire Department has listed some ways to remind residents how we can be prepared and stay safe. Monsoon safety tips: Have flashlights with extra batteries on hand. Have food that can be prepared without the need for cooking or refrigeration. Have at least one gallons of clean water for each person in the household. Have backup power for anyone requiring power for a medical device. Have backup power for cell phones that do not require charging. Have a first aid kit ready and accessible. Never drive into areas with flowing water, it takes less than 10 inches to wash a car away. Avoid flooded areas such as washes. If waters are rising seek higher ground. Do not approach downed power lines, the ground can be energized for up to 200 feet. Keep pets indoors during storms. I hope that these tips from our Glendale Fire Department are helpful as we turn our attention to storm readiness. Residents can rest easy knowing they can count on Glendale Firefighters to be there in their time of need. In the event that you may experience a power outage, APS has various resources to help residents prepare for storms and report on issues related to electric service. Click here for more details. Also, please remember that APS recommends calling 911 if you see downed power lines. To report any downed trees and road hazards during regular business hours, call 623-930-2656. After 5:00 p.m. on a weekday and on weekends, call 602-640-5249. Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions or concerns that you may have. I value your input and opinion. Best Regards, Lauren Tolmachoff Glendale City Council, Cholla District 623-930-2249, Option 7 for Cholla LTolmachoff@GlendaleAZ.com

Cholla District Pavement Management & Construction Updates

CLICK HERE for upcoming Pavement Management activities over the next week, according to the contractor’s current schedule. If you have questions or would like additional information, please contact our 24/7 project hotline at (602) 532-6250.

Streets between Union Hills Drive and Beardsley Road, between 59th Avenue and 67th Avenue - Latex Modified Surface Seal (LMSS) application is currently taking place. 64th Drive, Union Hills Drive to Sack Drive – Slurry Seal application to take place June 21 – 22. Sack Drive, 64th Drive to 67th Avenue – Slurry Seal application to take place June 21 – 22. Utopia Road, between 59th Avenue and 67th Avenue – Slurry Seal application to take place beginning June 21. Behrend Drive, between 59th Avenue and 63rd Avenue – Slurry Seal application to take place June 23 – 24. 62 Avenue, Behrend Drive to Beardsley Road – Slurry Seal application to take place June 23 – 24. 63rd Avenue, Utopia Road to Beardsley Road – Slurry Seal application to take place June 25 & 28. Parkside Lane, 67th Avenue to 61st Drive – Slurry Seal application to take place June 28 – 29. 65th Lane, Parkside Lane to Pinnacle Peak Road – Slurry Seal application to take place June 28 – 29. Streets between Grovers Avenue and Union Hills Drive, between 55th Avenue and 59th Avenue – Slurry Seal application to begin July 15.

Cholla District News, Upcoming Activities, & City Information

CRYSTAL LAGOONS ISLAND RESORT TO FEATURE MATTEL ADVENTURE PARK Global entertainment and experiential leader, Crystal Lagoons® has chosen Glendale for a one-of-a-kind attraction. ECL Glendale, LLC will develop Crystal Lagoons®, Island Resort, a mixed-use project unique to the Southwest. As a first step in the process to bring this development to Glendale, the City Council has voted to approve a development agreement and Government Property Improvement Leases. The main feature of the project will be an 11-acre Public Access Lagoon™ that will be up to 10-feet deep. Crystal Lagoons® is the world's leader in water innovation and technology, which transforms any corner of the world into an idyllic beach paradise, making them the perfect fit for the Sports & Entertainment District. With developments across the globe including Dubai, Japan, Brazil and South Korea, the private investment by ECL Glendale, LLC once again puts Glendale on the world stage as an entertainment hub. These monumental crystalline lagoons surrounded by white sand beaches, can be accessed via ticketed entry. Crystal Lagoons® is internationally recognized for their contributions to communities and for the added value they bring to cities and regions. With the allure of year-round beach life and activities, Crystal Lagoons® catalyzes a wide array of revenue streams. “We’re excited for this project on many fronts, but two really stand out,” says Glendale City Manager Kevin Phelps. “Not only will this be a great example of experiential retail, which is the only area of growth in brick & mortar development over the past 10 years, but this project further cements Westgate as the largest Sports and Entertainment District in Arizona.” In addition to the lagoon, visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy 7 islands, each with their own theme, retail spaces, Fly and 4-D theaters, venue space, restaurants, a family entertainment center, amusement rides, office space, 600 plus hotel rooms and more. Located at the Southeast corner of Cardinals Way and the Loop 101, the Crystal Lagoons®, Island Resort is expected to bring an estimated $700.8 million in new sales, property and bed tax revenues to the city, county and state over the next 25 years. Glendale’s portion of the revenues are estimated at $240.5 million. Another key attraction with the resort that brings a unique food and beverage experience to visitors is Aerophile’s Aerobar. At 130-feet tall, it will be the highest element in the development and will provide guests a unique view of the Sports & Entertainment District and the Valley. Similar attractions already operate in France and Dubai. The Crystal Lagoons® Island Resort is planned as a single-phase development that is expected to be open to the public in 2022 ahead of Glendale’s hosting of the Super Bowl in 2023. Upon completion, the Crystal Lagoons®, Island Resort is estimated to bring 1,800 net new jobs to Glendale. Check out the artist rendering of the future resort below.

Summer Concert Series at Arrowhead Towne Center Check out the Summer Concert Series at Arrowhead Towne Center for 2021. Located in the beautiful outdoor Amphitheater, enjoy the sights and sounds of local bands every Saturday in June from 7-9 PM. Bring your lawn chairs, grab some dinner or a treat from one of the restaurants and come enjoy the free family-friendly fun and great tunes. Click here for more details.

Beat the Heat  Programs to help you beat the heat. Find a cooling/hydration site: https://bit.ly/3gAWZ6G Utility assistance: https://bit.ly/2SDes6j Emergency AC repairs: https://bit.ly/2Ub6Bxq

Summer Reading for Kids The temperatures are rising, the kids are out of school, and summer reading is back! Glendale Public Library is proud to offer Maricopa County's 2021 Summer Reading Program for all ages, from June 1-August 1. Sign up today at MaricopaCountyReads.org (English) or CondadoDeMaricopaLee.org (Spanish) and be sure to choose "Glendale Public Library" as your home library system.  This year’s theme is “Tails and Tales,” exploring the many stories of the animal kingdom. Although the program is designed to maintain and improve literacy skills throughout the summer, it’s not just for kids! Summer Reading allows readers of all ages to earn points, unlock badges, and win prizes. It’s fun for the whole family! You can earn one point per minute for reading printed books or eBooks (including graphic novels) or listening to audiobooks. Reading at least 20 minutes per day is the goal! Earn additional points for attending virtual events hosted by librarians and local performers, completing online library challenges, and participating in community experiences to find secret codes outside of the library. Although you must register and log your reading online to play, you can still pick up paper reading gameboards at all of our library locations to help keep track. If you need help registering or logging reading time online, library staff will be happy to assist you. Click here for more details.

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24/7 Digital Library eBooks, Streaming Music, & More Read eBooks/magazines, listen to audiobooks and music, watch streaming videos, and more at your convenience. Click here for details.

Open for Business Weekday and Weekend Hours Glendale libraries have new operating hours to better meet the needs of our patrons. Click here to view the new hours.

Helpful Reminders!

Pool is Open at FRAC!