Rio Reimagined, in collaboration with the City of Phoenix, Arizona State University, and the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ), invites community members to participate in a Salt River clean-up event on Saturday, March 15.
Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego and District 7 Councilmember Carlos Galindo-Elvira will join Arizona Department of Environmental Quality Waste Programs Division Deputy Director Ana Vargas to deliver welcoming remarks at 8:30 a.m. before volunteers embark on a two-hour clean-up mission to restore and beautify the riverbed.
Event Details
WHEN: Saturday, March 15 at 8:30 a.m.
WHERE: 6000 South 91st Avenue, Tolleson, Arizona – in the Salt Riverbed, adjacent to the Tres Rios Wetlands, 1.25 miles south of Broadway Road. Parking is available on the west side of 91st Avenue between Broadway and Baseline. (MAP)
WHO: Open to volunteers ages 8 and up (participants under 15 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian).
Why This Matters
The clean-up site, located west of 91st Avenue along the Salt River and adjacent to the renowned Tres Rios Wetlands, has been impacted by illegal dumping. This initiative provides an opportunity for community members to come together and contribute directly to the revitalization of the Salt River, reinforcing a shared commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainability.
Additional Partner Support
Additional support for this event is provided by Waste Management, Keep Phoenix Beautiful, and Corazon Latino, who share a commitment to protecting and restoring Arizona’s natural landscapes.
MEDIA RSVP
Media interested in attending should RSVP to Michael Gertzman at michael.gertzman@phoenix.gov or 602-534-1209.
About City of Phoenix Water Services Department
The City of Phoenix Water Services Department is dedicated to providing high-quality, reliable, and sustainable water services to the residents, businesses, and visitors of Phoenix. With a commitment to water conservation, innovation, and long-term planning, the department ensures a secure and resilient water supply for future generations. For more information, visit phoenix.gov/water.
About Rio Reimagined
Initiated in 2017 at the request of the late U.S. Senator John McCain, Rio Reimagined is a long-term river revitalization initiative facilitated by Arizona State University. The project fosters collaboration between public agencies, tribal nations, and local communities to reimagine and restore the Valley’s Salt and Gila River corridor. Recognized as the 20th location of the Urban Waters Federal Partnership in 2020, Rio Reimagined focuses on sustainable development and community engagement to shape the future of this important Arizona waterway. For more information, visit rioreimagined.org.
About Arizona State University
Arizona State University has developed a new model for the American Research University, creating an institution that is committed to access, excellence and impact. ASU measures itself by those it includes, not by those it excludes. As the prototype for a New American University, ASU pursues research that contributes to the public good, and ASU assumes major responsibility for the economic, social and cultural vitality of the communities that surround it. For more information, visit asu.edu.
About ADEQ
Under the Environmental Quality Act of 1986, the Arizona State Legislature established the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality in 1987 as the state agency for protecting and enhancing public health and the environment of Arizona. For more information, visit azdeq.gov.
Media Contacts
Michael Gertzman
Sr. Public Information Officer
Phoenix Water Services Department
602-534-1209
michael.gertzman@phoenix.gov
Jimena Garrison
Public Information Officer
Phoenix Water Services Department
480-390-1933
jimena.garrison@phoenix.gov
