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City of Tempe

31 East 5th Street
480-967-2001


Mission

To work with each other and the community to make Tempe the best place to live, work and play.

City of Tempe Values . .

People:

We appreciate the talents of each person and encourage responsible decision making at the most appropriate level. We recognize the importance of personal and professional development.

Integrity:

We are honest, accountable and trustworthy.

Respect:

We welcome individual and professional differences and treat everyone with dignity, courtesy and sensitivity.

Openness:

We are accessible and work as a team by sharing information, ideas, resources and responsibility.

Creativity:

We encourage imaginative problem solving, innovation, resourcefulness and responsible risk taking.

Quality:

We provide superior services and are committed to continuous improvement. We are attentive to the changing needs of the people we serve.

Diversity:

We promote diversity in the workforce to meet the needs of a diverse community. We recognize that with diversity comes strength.

Recent News

Tempe PRE Preschool Registration Opens January 11, 2024

Applications open for Tempe PRE Jan. 11 Full-day, high-quality preschool offers tuition options, accepts DES child care assistance Tempe, AZ - Tempe PRE, the City of Tempe’s full-day preschool program, will begin accepting online…

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Kids Swim Free This Winter

Bring the family to the Kiwanis Indoor Pool, 6111 S. All America Way, to enjoy the heated, calm waters this winter. The Kids Swim Free promotion runs Monday-Thursday, from 5-8 p.m. Up to two kids, ages 10 and under, are free with one $4 adult…

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City of Tempe College Connect Newsletter - December 2023

December 2023 No matter where you’re starting from, College Connect Tempe can help you get to where you want to go. Our advisors are available to walk hand-in-hand to explore post-secondary education and career opportunities. Free…

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Tempe Amends Fair Housing Code to Include Source of Income Discrimination

Tempe, AZ - Tempe’s City Code includes new protections for those seeking housing, making it illegal to discriminate against someone based on their source of income such as a Housing Choice Voucher. The Tempe City Council late last month…

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Ring in the New Year with a splash

Ring in the New Year with a splash Winter Waves return to Kiwanis Rec Center Dec. 27-30 Winter Waves returns to Kiwanis Recreation Center, 6111 S. All-America Way. Enjoy splashing in three-foot waves in the indoor, heated pool Dec. 27-30 from 1-5…

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Christmas At Petersen House Kicks Off This Weekend

Christmas at the Petersen House returns this weekend Saturdays: Dec. 2, 9 and 16 Sundays: Dec. 3, 10 and 17 Enjoy entertainment, vendors and crafts for all ages! JOIN US AT Petersen House 1414 W. Southern Ave. Experience a Christmas tradition…

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Celebrate the Holiday Season in Tempe

Celebrate the holidays in Tempe! There's lots to do and see in Tempe this winter! From holiday shopping to festive events to cultural activities, there's no shortage of fa-la-la-la fun. And if you’re looking for ways to give back this season,…

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City of Tempe News - Trees Planted, Community Garden Refreshed at Tempe School

Trees planted, community garden refreshed at Tempe school City of Tempe teamed up with ASU HeatReady Schools, Trees Matter and Tempe Elementary School District for project at Cecil Shamley School Tempe, AZ - Tempe’s efforts to cool and…

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Call to Artists: Performing Arts Opportunity

CALL TO PERFORMING ARTISTS! Check out this theatre/dance opportunity Tempe is committed to offering arts and culture opportunities to our local creatives. From striking roadside sculptures to engaging community events, arts and culture help shape…

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Career Ready Tempe Prepares the Future Workforce

City, Chamber partner to help Tempe high schoolers boost professional development for future success Career Ready Tempe matches high school students with local businesses for paid internships Tempe, AZ - More than 30 local students spent their…

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Come Shop the Farm Express Mobile Market on Tempe Tuesdays

The Farm Express Mobile Market returns, Aug. 22 for Tempe Tuesdays. Don't miss out on this easy, walk-up market for healthy, affordable fruits and veggies. Visit any of the three Tempe locations: - Encore on Farmer, 601 S. Farmer Ave., 9:30-10:30…

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Tempe Offering Significant Cost Savings For Business Live Music Permits

Tempe offering significant cost savings for business live music permits Tempe, AZ - Start planning for patio weather. If your business would like to host live music, now's the time to get your permit. We've made permitting fees significantly…

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City of Tempe News - August 10, 2023

There's so much going on in our city. Get to know Tempe City Manager Rosa Inchausti, Tempe's Deputy City Managers and Department Directors at an open house. Enjoy a slice of pie and community from 4 to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 22 at Tempe History…

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New Pedestrian Bridges to Feature Artwork by Local Tempe Artists

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Park Rangers Coming to Tempe Parks, Preserves This Fall

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Tempe Business Roadshow Heading to Downtown Tempe

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Arizona Theatre Company, Tempe Center for the Arts Announce long-term Partnership

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Tempe Playlist Shines a Spotlight on Local Music

Experience the talent of local musicians through Tempe Playlist Nearly 50 local bands and musicians highlighted through playlist, publication Tempe, AZ – Local music is the heartbeat of Tempe’s history and identity. To honor and…

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City of Tempe: Juneteenth Schedule

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Tempe Public Library Newsletter - June

Totally Tempe Tuesdays are Back! Our Totally Tempe Tuesday programs are back and better than ever! To support the Summer Reading program, which runs from June 1 to August 1, the library will host a family-orientated Totally Tempe Tuesday program…

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City Of Tempe This Week: The Podcast: Summer Spectacular

Tempe This Week: the podcast: Summer Spectacular We're so excited that summer is nearly here we threw a party - and you're invited. Join us for our Summer Spectacular podcasts! We've made two episodes - each about 30 minutes long. These are our last…

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Join Us for Free Youth Job and Volunteer Fair on May 6, 2023

Youth job and volunteer fair this Saturday The City of Tempe's College Connect program and ARIZONA@WORK-Maricopa County are providing youth ages 16-24 with the opportunity to meet with employers and other organizations for an engaging in-person job…

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City Of Tempe Job Opportunities - March 10, 2023

New Jobs for This Week: - Administrative Support Supervisor - Environmental Compliance Inspector I/II - Environmental Hazard Materials Supervisor - Executive Assistant - Financial Services Technician I/II - Land Surveyor - Senior Planner Apply…

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Two Tempe Teens Honored With Dolores Huerta Scholarships

Teens to be honored for civic engagement with Dolores Huerta scholarships Two Tempe high school students will receive $1,000 Dolores Huerta scholarships for their civic engagement, community organizing and leadership. Katie Ritchie and Rohn…

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City of Tempe: So Hot! Wings Challenge With Mayor Woods, 2nd Sundays On Mill

Tempe, AZ - Flats or drums? Which part of the wing do you think is best? Experience a taste of the 2nd Sundays on Mill market with this episode of Tempe This Week: the podcast. We're featuring music, food and people you can find at the March 12…

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City of Tempe - Businesses: Host a Summer Intern at No Cost! Deadline Closing Soon

Want access to talented interns this summer, at no cost to your business? Career Ready Tempe is looking for businesses to host Tempe youth to help prepare them for the future workforce. The deadline to apply is March 15. Career Ready Tempe…

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City of Tempe -Get connected to resources at Tempe Human Services Day

Join Tempe Community Council (TCC) and the City of Tempe for Tempe Human Services Day March 18, a free event for all ages to connect with resources, find volunteer opportunities and have fun. The family-friendly event will include human services…

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City of Tempe This Week: March 6, 2023

Tempe This Week: March 6, 2023 Storytime with a Councilmember, Aloha Festival & Rolling Hills improvements. Three streets, four parks get new names to recognize diverse, pioneering Tempeans About 100 years after Tempe residents of color…

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City of Tempe: Take Me Out To The Ballgame - Tempe This Week: The Podcast

Tempe, AZ - Hot dogs or nachos? Lawn seats or stadium chairs? Spring Training, spring events and great things to do are all covered in Tempe This Week: the podcast. Our guests include Tempe Tourism Office President and CEO Michael Martin and…

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City Of Tempe : March edition - March 4, 2023

Tempe is holding a May 16 Special Election. Last day to register to vote is is April 17. Check your status: BeBallotReady.Vote. Food trucks, vendors, live music and beer and wine - say yes to Foodie Fri-YAYs:…

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City of Tempe: Take the A Mountain Challenge

Climb the equivalent of some of the world's tallest peaks Tempe, AZ - You can climb Mount Everest – or at least its equivalent – without leaving Tempe. Take the A Mountain Challenge to earn fabulous prizes and personal pride. The…

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City of Tempe - News from Councilmember Doreen Garlid

Backstage Pass at Tempe Diablo Stadium Let's go to the ballpark! Spring Training is so important to Tempe - for fun, games and tourism. There are a few spots left for the tour of Tempe Diablo Stadium with stadium management and the Tempe Diablos.…

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City of Tempe - Three Streets, Four Parks Get New Names To Recognize Diverse, Pioneering Tempeans

Tempe, AZ – About 100 years after Tempe residents of color lived in fear of the organized hatred of the local KKK chapter, and decades after diverse pioneering families contributed to the thriving city we see today, an exemplary group of past…

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City of Tempe News - Improvements Coming to Rolling Hills Golf Course as Part of New Public-private Partnership

Improvements coming to Rolling Hills Golf Course as part of new public-private partnership with Grass Clippings Improvements, including renovations to the clubhouse and the addition of night golf, will soon be coming to Rolling Hills Golf…

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City of Tempe This Weekend: Hayden’s Ferry Days returns

This weekend: Hayden’s Ferry Days highlights Tempe’s history & heritage Hayden’s Ferry Days is an annual series of events celebrating the rich history, arts and culture of Tempe through a variety of events. Join Tempe History…

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