Phoenix adopts 2030 food plan as SNAP cuts and summer hunger pressures grow
Phoenix city leaders adopted a food plan on June 9 as SUN Bucks launched and Valley food banks reported heavy demand heading into summer.
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Phoenix homeowners face a 2.79% primary-tax bump before June 17 hearing
Phoenix homeowners face a 2.79% rise in average primary property taxes, even as the rate dips slightly, with a public hearing set for June 17.
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Phoenix budget adds housing money; June 17 tax hearing is next
Phoenix approved its next budget with housing, homelessness, heat-response and staffing money, but homeowners should watch the June 17 tax hearing.
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Phoenix trash and recycling fees rise July 1 after council approval
Phoenix AZ – The city’s trash and recycling bill rises July 1, then again in 2027 and 2028, after council approved a phased rate hike.
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Phoenix approves park rules on medical care and food distribution
Phoenix City Council approved new park rules limiting non-emergency medical care and food distribution, with the changes taking effect June 5.
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Phoenix approves trash and recycling rate hike for July 1
Phoenix City Council approved a residential solid-waste rate increase on April 22. New trash and recycling charges start July 1, 2026.
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Phoenix approves a smaller trash-rate hike after public input — what changes on July 1
Phoenix AZ – City Council approved a reduced trash and recycling rate increase that starts July 1, raising residential bills from $37.32 to $42.32.
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Phoenix trash collection fees could rise soon, and the City Council vote is April 22
Phoenix AZ – City officials are moving toward a vote on higher residential trash fees, with the Council scheduled to decide April 22 and household bills likely to rise.
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Phoenix trash fee vote is April 22: city trimmed the increase, but bills could still rise
Phoenix AZ – The City Council votes April 22 on a smaller residential trash fee increase that would start July 1 if approved and could raise bills over three years.
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Phoenix’s April 22 trash-fee vote could raise the standard residential city trash bill from $37.32 to $43.32 this summer
Phoenix AZ – City Council could raise the standard trash bill from $37.32 to $43.32 on July 1, with more hikes proposed as Phoenix cites a solid-waste shortfall.
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Phoenix is rewriting its parks medical-outreach rules before a May vote
Phoenix AZ – The city delayed a December parks ordinance and now has a revised permit-based draft on medical treatment and food distribution ahead of a May 6 vote.
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Phoenix posted notice for a residential trash fee increase. What residents should know before the April 22 vote
Phoenix AZ – Phoenix posted the required April 6 notice for a pending trash fee increase, with council consideration on or after April 22 and a July 1 start if approved.
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Phoenix Advances Fair Housing, Water Reuse, and Industrial Growth
Phoenix, AZ – April 3, 2026 – City leaders spotlight fair housing, advance recycled water, and see strong industrial growth as safety campaign launches.
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Budget Talks, Light Rail Expansion and Housing Slowdown Lead Phoenix Agenda
Phoenix, AZ – April 2, 2026 – City budget talks intensify as housing permits dip, Valley Metro expands service, and drought planning shapes new growth rules.
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Transport Bills Advance, Global Investors Convene as Rain Slows Phoenix Commute
Phoenix, AZ – April 1, 2026 – Lawmakers advance transport upgrades, global investors gather downtown, and wet weather slows Valley commutes.
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Cold Front, Hotel Investments and Population Shifts Lead Phoenix News
Phoenix, AZ – March 31, 2026 – A cooling storm system, major hotel renovations, and new population data highlight growth and change across metro Phoenix.
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North Phoenix Megaproject Breaks Ground as Industrial, Housing Moves Signal Growth
Phoenix, AZ – March 30, 2026 – A major North Phoenix project breaks ground as new industrial and housing investments reshape jobs and growth.
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Phoenix Advances Transparency Plan as Utility Rates and Tax Limits Stir Debate
Phoenix, AZ – March 29, 2026 – City leaders advanced a transparency plan, while state lawmakers debate tax freezes and APS signals a rate hike.
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Phoenix Weighs Light Rail Direction, Housing Costs, and Water Planning
Phoenix, AZ – March 27, 2026 – City advances light rail funding, housing data shows rising rents, and water officials outline drought response.
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Housing Growth, Rezoning Plans and Major Events Shape Phoenix’s Economic Outlook
Phoenix, AZ – March 26, 2026 – Housing growth, major rezoning plans, and big-event investments are shaping the Valley’s economy and infrastructure outlook.
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Storms Roll In, All-Star Spotlight Ahead, and Valley Mourns Culinary Pioneer
Phoenix, AZ – March 25, 2026 – Storms bring cooler weather, Phoenix lands NBA All-Star 2027, and chefs honor a Valley food pioneer.
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Heat Wave Disrupts Spring Training as Phoenix Prepares for Major Sports Events
Phoenix, AZ – March 22, 2026 – Triple-digit heat shifts spring training schedules as Phoenix readies for Final Four and prep hoops showcase.
