Recent News, Press Releases & Other Postings
There's a lot to know about our City and there's always a great deal going on. This page is where we will share the latest snippets of information with you from all of our departments.
- Road Report for May 22, 2012
Closure needed on Avenue A south of 32nd Street on Wednesday and Thursday mornings this week for pavement of this section of the project, opening in the afternoon on both days. Motorists will be asked to detour using 8th Avenue and 36th Street. Continued... 05/22/2012
- City Issues Notice of Final Property Tax Levy for Fiscal Year 2013
Notice required by A.R.S. Section 9-499.15: The City of Yuma will adopt its final property tax levy for Fiscal Year 2013 at its regular meeting of July 18, 2012. The final levy amount may be increased over the approved levy for Fiscal Year 2012. Continued... 05/15/2012
- EMS Week (Day Two): Managing Cardiac Arrest
According to the University of Arizona’s Sarver Heart Center, every year more than 160,000 people die of sudden cardiac arrest. Continued... 05/22/2012
- City Honors Public Works Week
This week, Yuma residents are encouraged to appreciate the work done by the many employees who keep water flowing, collect and dispose of trash, maintain City vehicles and equipment and help to manage growth. Continued... 05/21/2012
- Summertime Reminder
Chief of Police John Lekan said, "I want our community to have a fun filled, but safe summer and these reminders are a great start." Continued... 05/21/2012
- EMS Week Schedule
May 20th through the 26th is National Emergency Medical Services Week. Continued... 05/21/2012
- EMS Week (Day One): YFD Paramedic, EMT and Emergency Medical Dispatcher of the Year
The Yuma Fire Department would like to take time to recognize three individuals for their performance, service and achievements. Continued... 05/21/2012
- Memorial Day Weekend Impaired Driving Enforcement Detail
The Yuma Police Department, in an effort to provide for a safer community, will be conducting an impaired driving enforcement detail during this holiday weekend. Continued... 05/21/2012
- Parks & Recreation Update for May 18, 2012
Weekly Parks & Recreation Update: Donnie Crump Benefit Softball Tournament; Men's 12-inch Softball Home Run Hitting Contest; Arizona/California Men's 16-inch Slow-Pitch Softball State Tournament; Youth Full-Court Basketball League Continued... 05/18/2012
- Fire House Facts
From Sunday May 6, 2012 through Saturday May 12, 2012 the Department responded to 209 emergency calls for service. Continued... 05/17/2012
- Road Report for May 17, 2012
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This week’s update of City of Yuma road construction projects: 32nd Street and Avenue A; Engler Avenue Water Line South of 16th Street; Avenue C, 8th Street to 1st Street Continued... 05/17/2012
- Update - Missing/Endangered Child Located
Yesterday afternoon with the assistance of the Federal Bureau of Investigation and Department of Homeland Security Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Chrystal Lopez, 44 years old, turned herself into authorities at the San Luis, Arizona Port of Entry. Continued... 05/17/2012
- Project Drive Safe!
This week’s targeted roadway is 8th Street and the secondary roadway is undisclosed. Project Drive Safe! is a Public Awareness Campaign to encourage our community to drive safe. Continued... 05/17/2012
- YFD Recognized as Premier EMS Agency
The Yuma Fire Department (YFD) has recently received notice that the Arizona Department of Health Services (DHS) has certified YFD as a Recognized Premier Emergency Medical System Agency. Continued... 05/16/2012
- City Issues Notice of Final Property Tax Levy for Fiscal Year 2013
Notice required by A.R.S. Section 9-499.15: The City of Yuma will adopt its final property tax levy for Fiscal Year 2013 at its regular meeting of July 18, 2012. The final levy amount may be increased over the approved levy for Fiscal Year 2012. Continued... 05/15/2012
- Sierra Vista Avenue Home Set for Demolition
The City signed a contract on Monday with a contractor who will oversee demolition of the home, which will begin Wednesday. Continued... 05/15/2012
- YPD Groundbreaking Ceremony on 1st Substation
The City of Yuma Police Department is hosting a groundbreaking ceremony at 6390 East 26th Street, the future site of the first official police substation. Continued... 05/14/2012
- Shooting - 2600 Block South Donna Drive (Updated)
On Friday, 5/11/12 at approximately 10:20 pm, officers from the Yuma Police Department responded to a shooting in the 2600 block South Donna Drive. Continued... 05/12/2012
- Road Report for May 10, 2012
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This week’s update of City of Yuma road construction projects: 32nd Street and Avenue A - Avenue A Closure on Tuesday; 24th Street/County 10th Street Closure Near Avenue 5E; Engler Avenue Water Line South of 16th Street Continued... 05/10/2012
- Parks & Recreation Update from May 10, 2012
Weekly Parks & Recreation Update: 101 Dalmatians Kids; Stephen Wallace: Combined Arts; North End Art Walk; An Enchanted Evening; Men's 12-inch Softball Home Run Hitting Contest; Arizona/California Men's 16-inch Slow-Pitch Softball State Tournament Continued... 05/10/2012
- Update - Attempted Homicide - 1900 Block South 2nd Avenue
On Thursday, May 10, 2012 at approximately 2 pm, a Yuma Police Officer saw Carlos Arellano, 24 years old, in the 1900 block South 2nd Avenue. Continued... 05/10/2012
- Update - Attempted Homicide - 1946 South Walnut Avenue
On Tuesday, May 8, 2012, at 9:48 am, Yuma Police Officers responded to Walnut Avenue Trailer Park, 1946 S. Walnut Avenue, in reference to a shooting. Continued... 05/09/2012
- Students Exposed to Extinguisher Discharge
On Wednesday May 9, 2012, just after 8:30 am Yuma Fire Department personnel were sent to Immaculate Conception School, 501 South Avenue B, regarding students exposed to a fire extinguisher discharge. Continued... 05/09/2012
- Shooting - 1946 South Walnut Avenue
On Tuesday, May 8, 2012, at 9:48 am, Yuma Police Officers responded to 1946 S. Walnut Avenue in reference to a shooting. Continued... 05/08/2012
- Roadside Shops Must Have Itinerant License; Penalty Could Result in Fine
In response to concerns from area businesses and members of the public, the City of Yuma issues this reminder that all vendors, including non profit organizations doing business inside city limits must have a valid City of Yuma business license Continued... 05/07/2012
- City Hall to Host High School District Board Meeting on Wednesday
For the third consecutive year, Council Chambers at Yuma City Hall will serve as the host site for the May meeting of the Yuma Union High School District Governing Board, which will take place 5:15 p.m. Wednesday, May 9. Continued... 05/07/2012
- Parks & Recreation Update for May 3, 2012
Weekly Parks & Recreation Update: King of Devil's Island; Concerto Classics; 101 Dalmatians Kids; Steven Wallace: Exotic Places/Colorful People; Camp Awesome!; Summer Series Sand Volleyball Tournaments - Leapin' Lizards; Bug's World; Archery Continued... 05/03/2012
Older News Items
- 05/03/2012 Project Drive Safe!
- 05/03/2012 Road Report for May 3, 2012
- 05/03/2012 Fire House Facts & Water Recreation Safety Tips
- 05/01/2012 Yuma Among Few Cities Named 'Playful' a Sixth Straight Time
- 04/30/2012 Water Rescue - Colorado River Near the 4th Avenue Bridge
- 04/29/2012 Vicious Dogs - 1000 Block of West 24th Street
- 04/27/2012 Suspicious Circumstances - Possible Abduction
- 04/26/2012 Parks & Recreation Update for April 26, 2012
- 04/26/2012 Project Drive Safe!
- 04/26/2012 Road Report for April 26, 2012
- 04/25/2012 City Receives 3 New Test 'Green' Fleet Vehicles From Chrysler
- 04/25/2012 Update - Homicide - 148 North 9th Avenue
- 04/24/2012 Update - Participation in a Criminal Street Gang
- 04/24/2012 Media Advisory: City Receives 3 New Test Fleet Vehicles From Chrysler
- 04/24/2012 Update - Homicide - 148 North 9th Avenue
- 04/23/2012 Update - Fatality Accident - County 14th Street and Avenue A
- 04/23/2012 Suspicious Death - 100 Block North 9th Avenue
- 04/23/2012 Law Enforcement Torch Run
- 04/23/2012 House Fire - 200 Block of West 26th Street
- 04/20/2012 Parks & Recreation Update for April 20, 2012
- 04/20/2012 Yuma Police Department Citizens Police Academy XV
- 04/20/2012 Road Report for April 19, 2012
- 04/19/2012 Fatality Accident Near The Intersection Of County 14th Street
- 04/19/2012 Project Drive Safe!
- 04/19/2012 Outdoor Celebration of the Arts Returns Saturday to Historic Downtown Yuma
- 04/18/2012 Fire House Facts & Tips On Avoiding Heat Illness and Dehydration
- 04/18/2012 Vehicle Chop Shop
- 04/17/2012 National Take Back Initiative
- 04/12/2012 Project Drive Safe!
- 04/12/2012 2nd Annual Camp Fury - Yuma
- 04/12/2012 Road Report for April 12, 2012
- 04/12/2012 Parks & Recreation Update for April 12, 2012
- 04/11/2012 Fire House Facts & Smoke Alarm Safety
- 04/10/2012 Find Info on Loans, Foreclosures, Housing Issues at Free Festival This Saturday
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