March 2015
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March 2015
March 2015 Tolleson flyer A publication for Tolleson Residents. Bulk Trash March 2nd Bulk Trash Pick Up: for Tolsun Farms, Villa Rica, Villa Del Verde and residents north and on the south side of Van Buren & west of 91st Avenue. Trash must be placed out on the street against the curb no sooner than 48 hours in advance. March 6th Bulk Trash Drop Off: for residents from Tolleson Meadows, drop off is between 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Field Operations Center located at 9601 W. Jefferson Street. Residents must bring a current water bill and picture ID for proof of residency. For questions about acceptable trash call the Field Operations Department at 623-936-7141 or visit www.tollesonaz.org/bulktrash. Movie Night ~March 20th Movie night is back so bring your lawn chair and blankets, to enjoy a FREE movie under the stars. The weather is just right to bring your entire family to Veterans Park, 8601 W. Van Buren St. at 6:30 p.m. Snacks will be sold by the Tolleson Teen Council. Movies are open to everyone. To see what move will be playing visit www.tollesonaz.org/movies or follow the City on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ cityoftolleson or on Twitter at www.twitter.com/cityoftolleson. Boys & Girls Club Golf Tournament ~March 13th Prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place will be awarded as well as The Boys & Girls Club enables all young people, male and female closest to the pin especially those who need us most, to reach their and longest drive. full potential as productive, caring, responsible There is a cost associated with citizens. In order to further the opportunities for golfing. All foursomes must be the youth in the community, on Friday, March 13, at the Wigwam Resort & Golf Club, the City submitted to the City of Tolleson by Friday, March 6. of Tolleson will hold its 28th Annual Boys & Girls Club Golf Tournament to support the local For more information and/or to participate in Boys & Girls Club. the tournament contact the Tolleson Parks and Recreation Department at 623-474-4992 or visit How can people participate or support? www.tollesonaz.org/golf . Businesses and/or individuals can support this Calendar of Events event by either participating in, sponsoring, making visit www.tollesonaz.org/events donations or playing in the golf tournament. Use March 2 & 6 Bulk Trash Pick Up and Drop Off the contact information below to obtain 10 City Council Meeting information regarding sponsorship. Raffle prize 10 Movie Night donations are also very much appreciated! If you decide to participate in this event, all in attendance are invited to partake in a delicious breakfast and lunch. 13 Boys & Girls Club Golf Tournament 24 City Council Meeting 28 Easter Celebration 31 City Hall Closed - Cesar Chavez Day The VFW 6310 and the City of Tolleson present: Tolleson’s Easter Celebration on March 28th Festivities begin at 10 a.m. Veterans Park, 8601 W. Van Buren St. For more details regarding this event please visit www.tollesonaz.org/easter. Read Across America Come Celebrate Read Across America NEA’s Read Across America Day is a nationwide reading celebration that takes place annually on March 2—Dr. Seuss’s birthday. Across the country, thousands of schools, libraries, and community centers participate by bringing together kids, teens, and books. @the Tolleson Public Library March 2nd For details regarding Read Across America @the library visit www.tollesonaz.org/library. Whoopee Daze Festival ~April 17th -19th Youth Day Friday ~April 18th The Whoopee Daze Festival is a short month away. If you are looking for ways in which to participate, the following are some possibilities: Calling all teens and preteens ages 12 to 17. The City is looking to celebrate its youth by providing fun outdoor team building opportunities. Whoopee Factor Vendor Opportunities 16” Softball Tournament Whoopee Daze Parade If you are interested in participating or for more information contact the Tolleson Parks & Recreation Department at 623-474-4992 or visit If you are interested in participating or if you have a child between these ages and would like more information please call the Tolleson Parks & Recreation Department at 623-474-4992 or visit www.tollesonaz.org/whoopeedaze. www.tollesonaz.org/whoopeedaze. Award Recipients With the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it is only proper to take a moment to recognize and thank the Tolleson Teen Council Members for their dedication and passion in wanting to give back to the community. At the Tolleson Teen Council Dinner and Silent Auction the following three individuals were recognized: Up & Coming Leader Award: Randy Babchuk III Team Player Award: ReyAnna Hernandez Dedicated Teen Award: Mark Razo To learn more about the Tolleson Teen Council and their efforts visit www.tollesonaz.org/teencouncil. Paseo de Luces Free Public Parking: The City of Tolleson’s downtown Paseo de Luces construction process has come to an end and now it is time to enjoy the finished product. In addition to parking along Van Buren two free public parking lots are available on the: Paseo de Luces has a lot to offer the families that reside in and visit the City. Music is playing throughout Paseo de Luces on the surround system and is played 7 days a week. 1. South East Corner of 94th Ave and Van Buren 2. North Side of Van Buren in front of 92nd Ave/ splash pad area. Music: Vending Kiosks: Splash Pad: Four amazing vending kiosks will be available for businesses to rent in the near future. The splash pad runs 7 days a week, allowing time for everyone to enjoy. Paseo de Arte (Path of Art) Art Walk: Take a stroll through Paseo de Luces to take in the mesmerizing art work that was created between the To use the free public Wi-Fi search for “COT free- collaboration of the West Valley Arts Council and the wifi” on your mobile device/computer and you will be asked to accept certain terms. Connection is City of Tolleson. dependent on accepting terms. Free Public Wi-Fi: Safe: To ensure that everyone feels safe Paseo de Luces is constantly monitored. To learn about what Paseo de Luces has to offer visit www.tollesonaz.org/paseodeluces. Senior Center Indoor Yard Sale The City of Tolleson Senior Center will be hosting its indoor monthly yard sale at the Esther Angulo Community Center, 9555 W. Van Buren. When: 1st & 2nd Tuesday of every month at 8:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. For more information contact the Esther Angulo Community Center at 623-936-2760. Tax Season Unfortunately, AARP was not able to offer free onsite tax assistance at the Esther Angulo Community Center. However, there are local tax preparing businesses in the City of Tolleson. Visit www.tollesonaz.org/shoptolleson and select the category “tax services” to view a complete list of those businesses. City Hall Closed City Hall and its departments, other than Fire and Police, will be closed on: www.facebook.com /cityoftolleson March 31st in observance of Cesar Chavez Day Visit www.tollesonaz.org/calendar for additional City Hall closures and events. City of Tolleson @cityoftolleson City of Tolleson 9555 W. Van Buren Tolleson, AZ 85353 Phone: 623-936-7111 Fax: 623-936-7117 www.tollesonaz.org @cityoftolleson @cityoftolleson City Council Mayor Adolfo F. Gámez Vice Mayor Linda M. Laborin Clorinda Contreras Erives Kathie Farr Lupe Leyva Bandin Albert P. Mendoza Juan F. Rodriguez City Management City Manger, Reyes Medrano, Jr. Asst. City Manager, John Paul Lopez Departments Building & Zoning 623-936-7111 City Queries 623-936-2776 Comm. Action Program 623-936-2760 Eventos: La Cuidad de Tolleson tiene el orgullo de presentarles varios eventos durante el año, los siguientes son los eventos cuales se llevaran acabo en los meses de marzo y abril: Leyendo Por Todo América - “Read Across America” El 2 de marzo, el cumpleaños del autor Dr. Seuss, la Biblioteca Publica de la Cuidad de Tolleson tendrá varios lectores leyendo libros. Para mas información visite a www.tollesonaz.org/library. Torneo de Golf para el Club de Niños y Niñas “Boys & Girls Club” El 13 de marzo la Cuidad de Tolleson tendrá el torneo anual de golf. El torneo es para recaudar fondos para el Club de Niños y Niñas. Se puede participar como patrocinador, donado fondos/ tiempo o premios para las rifas cuales se harán durante el torneo. Para más información visite a www.tollesonaz.org/golf o llame al Departamento de Parques y Recreación al 623-474-4992. Garbage/Trash Parks & Recreation Senior Center Tolleson Library Water/Waste Water 623-936-7111 623-474-4992 623-936-2760 623-936-2746 623-936-3381 4992. El Festival de Whoopee Daze Del 17 al 19 de abril se llevara acabo el Festival Anual de Whoopee Daze. Aparte de venir y ver todo lo que ocurre durante el festival hay varias formas en cual usted puede participar: torneo de softball Whoopee Factor (concurso de comer cosas raras) el desfile de Whoopee Daze siendo un vendedor de productos, curiosidades y/o comida Si le interesa saber mas sobre estas oportunidades visite a www.tollesonaz.org/whoopeedaze o llame al Departamento de Parques y Recreación al 623-474-4992. “Youth Day” Día de Jóvenes Durante el Festival de Whoopee Daze se llevara acabo el Día de Jóvenes el 18 de abril. Durante este día habrá oportunidades para que los jóvenes de 12-17 años participen en actividades cuales construyen habilidades de trabajar en grupos. Si le interesa saber mas sobre esta oportunidad visite a www.tollesonaz.org/whoopeedaze o llame al Departamento de Parques y Recreación al 623-4744992. Noche de Películas El 20 de marzo traiga su silla y/o frezada para que disfruten del buen clima y las estrellas para ver una película GRATIS en el Parque Veterans, 8601 W. Van Buren St. Para información sobre cual película estará tocando y el tiempo visite a Para estar al tanto de todos los eventos www.tollesonaz.org/movies o llame al presentados por la Cuidad de Tolleson visite a Departamento de Parques y Recreación al 623-474- www.tollesonaz.org/events. Basura Grande o en Bulto El 2 de marzo la basura grande o en bulto será recogida de los residentes de Tolsun Farms, Villa Rica, Villa Del Verde y los residentes del norte y del sur de Van Buren y al oeste de la Avenida 91. La basura no debe de estar afuere mas de 48 horas antes del 2 de marzo. El 6 de marzo habrá oportunidades para que los residentes de Tolleson Meadows lleven su basura de bulto/grande al Departamento de Operaciones de Campo, 9601 W. Jefferson St. entre las 6:00 a.m. a las 2:00 p.m. Residentes deben traer un identificación con foto y su recibo de agua. Para preguntas sobre cual basura es aceptable llame al Departamento de Operaciones de Campo al 623-936-7141 o visite www.tollesonaz.org/bulktrash. El 31 de marzo el día de Cesar Chávez el ayuntamiento estará cerrado.