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07/14/2009  3:44:58 PM

07/14/2009  12:06:48 PM

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The Surprise Community and Recreation Services Department is gearing up for another season of fall sports for youth ages 5 -12.

 

Co-ed Youth Flag Football and Youth Soccer, both of which begin in early September, help boys and girls learn the skills of the sport and have fun!

Resident Registration is July 13 – 25. July 25 is a Special Saturday registration for Surprise residents at the Community and Recreation Services Office from 8 a.m. – 11 a.m. Late and Non-Resident Registration will be held July 27 – 31. Registration is also available on-line at www.surpriseaz.com/recreation. Fee is $45 for residents, $55 for late-registering residents and $65 for non-residents. July 25 is a Special Saturday registration for Surprise residents at the Community and Recreation Services Office from 8 a.m. – 11 a.m. Late and Non-Resident Registration will be held July 27 – 31. atThe national Irrigation Association has dubbed July as “Smart Irrigation Month” and the Public Works Environmental Division reminds residents to routinely inspect their irrigation systems and change watering times throughout the year to conserve water.For more smart irrigation tips visit www.smartirrigationmonth.org or visit the Water Services pages of the Public Works section of www.surpriseaz.com. The City of Surprise, in partnership with Credit Union West, is offering the “Understanding Your Credit Score” financial fitness course September 9. This course will address the issue of personal credit and credit scores, what makes up the credit score, how to improve the score, and strategies to implement these improvements.

To register for any of these classes, or to obtain more information call Ruby Sitea at 623.222.3242 or e-mail ruby.sitea@surpriseaz.com.

 

Surprise shuts off water service for past-due

 

Did the city treat all residents equally, or as before only picking on the original square mile.

 

Councilman Richard Alton said he was after the Original Town Site.

The national Irrigation Association has dubbed July as “Smart Irrigation Month” and the Public Works Environmental Division reminds residents to routinely inspect their irrigation systems and change watering times throughout the year to conserve water.

 

“Most homeowners typically over water lawns and landscapes by up to 30 percent,” says Environmental Division Manager Christine Nuñez. “By learning how to water their landscape properly and use efficient watering systems, Surprise residents can play an important role in water conservation.”

 

Here are some recommended proper watering techniques:

  • After a rain, turn off the sprinkler system (or install a rain sensor that does it automatically)
  • Water early in the morning (4 a.m. - 8 a.m.) to reduce water loss from evaporation and improve soil absorption
  • Water slowly to allow the soil to absorb water

For more smart irrigation tips visit www.smartirrigationmonth.org or visit the Water Services pages of the Public Works section of www.surpriseaz.com.

The Surprise Community and Recreation Services Department is gearing up for another season of fall sports for youth ages 5 -12.

 

Co-ed Youth Flag Football and Youth Soccer, both of which begin in early September, help boys and girls learn the skills of the sport and have fun!

 

Resident Registration is July 13 – 25. July 25 is a Special Saturday registration for Surprise residents at the Community and Recreation Services Office from 8 a.m. – 11 a.m. Late and Non-Resident Registration will be held July 27 – 31. Registration is also available on-line at www.surpriseaz.com/recreation. Fee is $45 for residents, $55 for late-registering residents and $65 for non-residents.

 

Youth Flag Football: Boys and girls, ages 5 – 12 years old will learn the fundamentals of football in an atmosphere where participation, development and fun are top priority. Players will be provided a NFL replica jersey.

Boys and girls, ages 5 – 12 years old will learn the fundamentals of football in an atmosphere where participation, development and fun are top priority. Players will be provided a NFL replica jersey.

 

Youth Soccer: This program will teach boys and girls, ages 5 -12 years old, the game of soccer in the spirit of sportsmanship, fun and wholesome competition. An emphasis is placed on the development of skills and the value of teamwork. T-shirts, socks and shin guards are included.

This program will teach boys and girls, ages 5 -12 years old, the game of soccer in the spirit of sportsmanship, fun and wholesome competition. An emphasis is placed on the development of skills and the value of teamwork. T-shirts, socks and shin guards are included.

 

The City of Surprise is looking for volunteer coaches. If you are interested, please fill out a Volunteer Application and get fingerprinted at the Surprise Community and Recreation Services Office, 15960 N. Bullard Avenue.

 

For more information, please contact the Youth Sports Division at 623.222.2000 or visit www.surpriseaz.com/recreation .

The City of Surprise announced today that three tons of non-perishable food was collected at the 27th Annual 4th of July Celebration.

 

Residents donated food in exchange for free admission to the July 4 event at Surprise Stadium. The food will benefit the Valley View Community Food Bank servicing the Surprise community.

07/06/2009  1:13:21 PM

Surprise offers HOA Academy this fall

) Registration is underway for the ninth Surprise HOA Academy. The six-week course, hosted by the Community Development Department, will begin on September 22.

Some of the topics covered during the six sessions include: role of HOAs, fundamentals of governing and managing HOAs, selecting vendors, budgeting, CC&R enforcement, code compliance, and legal aspects of HOAs.

 

 

Surprise accepting applications for CDBG Commission

 

The City of Surprise is accepting applications for the newly-created, five-member Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Commission.

 

Primarily the CDBG Commission will meet and consider recommendations regarding community development block grant funds, conduct request[s] for proposals process for the allocation of CDBG funds, and make recommendations regarding the annual and five-year consolidated plans.  The commission has the authority and duty to hear and review appeals of decisions of the administrative authority, regarding matters pertaining to the enforcement and application of CDBG funding, housing and human services programs, activities or services to benefit the community.

 

 

06/30/2009  10:21:41 AM

July 3rd

July 3rd, Independence Day - City Hall, closed

 

July 3

Looking for a cool way to celebrate America’s birthday? If you are a Surprise resident get your tickets today for the 4th of July Pool Party at the Surprise Aquatic Center, 15831 N. Bullard Avenue.

 

The ticketed event will begin at 5 p.m. on July 4, and will consist of swimming, games, activities and a hot dog, chips and a drink. And this is a great place to see the fireworks, poolside!

 

Tickets are $6 per person and you must be a Surprise resident. Space is limited, so get your questions today at the Surprise Aquatic Center or at the Surprise Community and Recreation Services Office, next to Surprise Stadium.

 

If you have questions please call the Surprise Aquatic Center at 623.222.2500 or visit www.surpriseaz.com.

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Celebrate the Fourth of July with the City of Surprise and the Community and Recreation Services Department, 5 – 8:30 pm, July 4 at the Surprise Recreation Campus. Enjoy live entertainment, great food and lots of family fun! The evening is highlighted with a 20 minute firework show set to patriotic music starting at dusk.

 

Surprise Stadium – FREE Ticketed Event

Come inside the stadium and watch a Rookie League Baseball Game featuring the Texas Rangers taking on the Chicago Cubs. Concession stands will be offering a variety of food and ice cold beverages including $1 peanuts, popcorn, popsicles and $2 hot dogs and Coke (limit 2 per transaction). Kids can have fun in the Kid Zone with giant slides, obstacle courses, face painters and balloon twisters. There is a $2 charge to participate in the Kid Zone.

 

The 4th of July Celebration is a FREE family event, with a donation of a canned food item, which will be donated to the Valley View Community Food Bank. Space is limited to the first 10,000 (stadium capacity). Tickets will be required for admission. To guarantee your seat to this fun family event, pick-up your ticket early at the Community & Recreation Services Office located at 15960 N. Bullard Avenue.

 

Family Fun – Free!

Surprise Community Park – 15953 N. Bullard Ave. - 6 pm

Families can sit back and enjoy live stage entertainment featuring “This Ain’t LA” at the Surprise Community Park Bring blankets, lawn chairs and the family!

 

Family Picnic Are – Free!

Surprise Recreation Campus – 8 acres – 15850 N. Bullard Ave. – 6 pm

Families can also enjoy live music featuring “The Hype” at the 8-acres grass area directly north of the stadium. Bring blankets, lawn chairs and the family.

 

The Surprise Recreation Campus is located at 15850 N. Bullard Ave., about two miles west of Grand Avenue between Bell and Greenway roads. For more information, call the Community and Recreation Services Department at 623.222.2000 or visit www.surpriseaz.com.

 

 

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