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Foreclosure Information
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The City of Phoenix is working actively to address the challenges posed by the foreclosure crisis. This Web page features an array of resources to help you deal with a foreclosure situation whether you are a homeowner, a concerned resident or a prospective homebuyer.
For more information regarding foreclosure please visit the Foreclosure Information website.
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Phoenix Neighborhoods Stand Together to Stop Gun Violence in South Phoenix
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A gun buy-back, a neighborhood cleanup and community walk are part of the "Take Back Your Neighborhood" campaign unveiled today by Mayor Phil Gordon.
The month-long campaign will focus on four specific neighborhoods that, according to police, experience a disproportionate amount of gun violence and include several events specifically designed to make the neighborhoods a safer place.
To read more on this story or for Media Contact information please view the full news release.
For more information about the Take Back Your Neighborhood program, please visit takebackyourneighborhood.com or call 602-222-5400.
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Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
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The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program has been the cornerstone of the
federal government’s commitment to partnering with states and local communities to strengthen
neighborhoods and improve the quality of life for low- and moderate income Americans.
Each year, the City of Phoenix celebrates Community Development Week which highlights
the value of CDBG, the need for adequate funding and celebrates individuals and agencies
that have used CDBG funds and made significant contribution to community development in Phoenix.
View this years CD Week Award winners in the Congressional Briefing Book. The
Congressional Briefing Book illustrates the revitalization strategies used to maximize the
CDBG funding the city receives, the outstanding projects selected to recognize during CDBG
Week 2008, and a comprehensive list of projects funded over the years with CDBG funds.
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2007 City of Phoenix Employee Survey
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In October 2007, Neighborhood Service Department employees responded to the 2007 City of
Phoenix Employee Survey in order to determine how employees felt about working for the city.
This was the 11th employee survey conducted in the last 30 years.
The survey polls city employees on 53 factors classified into five basic categories:
the city as an employer; their jobs, work groups, supervisors, and work environment.
Feedback provided is an important tool for city departments as they look at ways to improve
employee work experience.
View the 2007 City of Phoenix Employee Survey
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Phoenix Legislative Action Network ( P.L.A.N.)
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The Phoenix Intergovernmental Programs Office offers the Phoenix Legislative Action Network (P.L.A.N.)
to provide neighborhood leaders and residents an opportunity to stay informed and involved with the events at the
Arizona State Legislature. The P.L.A.N is your link to up-to-the-minute legislative alerts, city reports and maps, and
tips for getting involved with state government. It is free and easy to sign up. Visit the Web site
or call 602-256-4257 for more information.
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2007-08 Partnerships with Purpose Workshops
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The following classes will be presented FREE OF CHARGE.
View the
Free Class Listing!
Class Locations
ASU West Campus, 4701 W. Thunderbird Rd, CLCC bldg., Room 244
HOPE VI, 1150 S. 7th Ave
Seating for these classes is limited, and registration is required! For more information or to REGISTER for these classes, please call 602-534-8444.
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NSD Housing Conditions Document
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Housing Conditions Survey - The Forth Study (4.9MB)
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Community Development funds face renewed threat
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Community leaders are calling on Congress to restore funding to a key federal program targeted for deep cuts. At an April news conference, Phoenix Mayor Phil Gordon opposed a pending 25% reduction in the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, which would translate into a $4.3 million loss to Phoenix, where CDBG supports the work of hundreds of non profit organizations and programs.
"One of the qualities of the CDBG program that makes it so effective is that residents have a voice in deciding which community-based groups should be funded", Gordon says. "Reducing the level of funding would be terribly detrimental to Phoenix residents and would have a ripple effect, since the additional millions of dollars that CDBG funding leverages would also be affected".
"In just the last eleven years, 190 Phoenix non-profit agencies have received CDBG assistance", District 3 City Councilmember Peggy Bilsten said. "More than 214-thousand families, domestic violence victims, elderly resident and homeless youth have been uplifted and helped. This is a vital program that must continue".
"Reducing these funds will cause disruption and even crisis conditions in community groups throughout the city", said Paul Luna, CEO of Valley of the Sun United Way. "It would be a shame for that enlightened approach to be slashed so deeply".
"Because of CDBG, Phoenix residents have a voice in deciding how their federal tax dollars are spent", says Foundation for Blind Children board member Karie Dozer. "It’s cruel and unfair to reduce funding for groups struggling to do important community work".
Speakers urged residents to contact their congressional representatives by visiting www.congress.org
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"Help Put the DiamondBack into Your Neighborhood" annual kickoff!
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Help Put the Diamondback into Your Neighborhood - Keep it Clean! tips
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1) Dispose of trash and debris. Use trash containers.
2) Park in designated areas. Park vehicles in garages, carports or dust-proofed driveways.
3) Remove visible outdoor storage. Place items that can be seen off the property in enclosed storage.
4) Eliminate graffiti. Contact the Graffiti Busters program for free paint and supplies at 602-495-7014.
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5) Maintain fences. Inspect fences for leaning, holes or incompatible materials.
6) Remove inoperable vehicles. Consider donating them to charity.
7) Keep vacant buildings secure. Make sure they are inaccessible.
8) Maintain vegetation. Regularly mow grass and reduce weeds.
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