Peoria is recognized as a local leader in sustainability, through its numerous sustainability programs for residents, businesses, and internal operations. For example, the City incorporates LEED building standards and has an internal “Green Team” that works to implement Peoria’s sustainability initiatives. A cornerstone of the city’s sustainability orientation is its Sustainability Action Plan (SAP). A […]
Sustainable Development Goal: 4 Quality Education
COVID-19: Needs Assessment (2/3)
The City of Peoria has continually demonstrated itself as a forward-thinking, sustainability-minded city. With a booming economy and population growth, Peoria is presented with the opportunity to support its community as the recent COVID-19 pandemic makes its way throughout the state. With financial instability and health concerns, the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated several existing challenges, […]
Sustainability Park Plan
The Town of Clarkdale is situated in the Verde Valley of central Arizona. A historic mining town, Clarkdale is known for its rich deposits of copper and other minerals and has long-standing relationships with mining companies such as Freeport-McMoRan. While Clarkdale is dedicated to preserving its history, it also recognizes it is no longer the […]
Sustainability Planning: Sustainability Outreach (2/2)
Peoria continues to demonstrate its commitment to sustainable development with the Livability Initiatives, which is comprised of six overarching goals for the city, including Economic Prosperity, Superior Public Services, Integrated Transportation, Arts and Cultural Enrichment, Smart Growth, and Healthy Neighborhoods. In 2009, the City of Peoria released its first Sustainability Action Plan (SAP), a guiding […]
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Recycling Education Campaign
As a continually growing city, Peoria strives to provide its residents with innovative and robust services. As one of the leading communities in sustainability, Peoria has driven sustainability forward with the expansion of its public transit services and recycling education programs. Peoria has launched various initiatives of its services, including the launch of the Peoria […]
Community Engagement Pilot
The City of Peoria has long dedicated itself to providing its residents with an excellent standard of living, which is reflected in its general planning documents, including its Sustainability Action Plan and Livability Initiatives. As a growing community, continuing to engage residents with its planning and information sharing is pertinent to maintaining its livability. Continually […]
Safe Battery Storage in Residential Areas
As one of the fastest-growing cities in Arizona, the City of Peoria and its municipal services strive to be at the forefront of providing excellent care to its residents, and Peoria’s Fire-Medical Department is no exception. As one of the few agencies to be accredited by the Center for Public Safety Excellence, Inc. (CPSE), Peoria’s […]
STEM & Sustainability Park
Located in the historic Verde Valley of central Arizona, the Town of Clarkdale was established as a mining community for the United Verde Copper Company. Known for its copper deposits, the Town has established itself as a desirable community due to its small-town feel and dedication to providing its residents with services on the cutting […]
Smart Towns: Smart Parks and Internet Infrastructure
The Town of Clarkdale lies in the Coconino Forest in north-central Arizona, housing just over 4,000 residents in an intimate community centralized around the Clarkdale Town Park and Town Clubhouse. Considering the increase in remote working and learning due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Town recognizes the opportunity to enhance and build out its internet […]
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Childcare in La Crosse County: Exploring the childcare dilemma in La Crosse County and potential solutions
La Crosse County has been struggling with childcare accessibility for its residents due to lack of viable options. The past two decades have seen significant decreases in the amount of regulated childcare businesses. In 1998, there were over 450 regulated childcare businesses in existence in La Crosse County. By 2019, the number of regulated childcare […]