myPHX311 PHX Pay Online Map It Find Public Records PHX Newsroom Translate City of Phoenix > Newsroom Newsroom Home Departments Mayor & Council News Type Search EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT & HOMELAND SECURITY COVID-19 Information, Testing, Resources, and City Impacts We're in this together! Looking for help? Find information related to the COVID-19 pandemic on this page. Residents with questions about city services and programs are encouraged to call (602) 262-3111 or e-mail contactus@phoenix.gov. Phoenix small businesses needing help can call the Phoenix Community and Economic Development hotline at (602) 262-5040. Phoenix COVID-19 Testing and Select Vaccination Events Find upcoming testing dates and locations, either on-site or with Phoenix's Mobile Testing Van. Select sites now also offer Vaccinations! Learn more. Vaccine Fact SheetDownload information about the currently approved vaccines.Vaccine Fact Sheet - English (PDF)Vaccine Fact Sheet - Spanish (PDF)Vaccine Fact Sheet- Chinese (PDF)Masks Required in City Buildings Regardless of Vaccination StatusOn May 19, 2021 the Phoenix City Council updated the Face Coverings information to automatically adjust with CDC guidance. On July 27, 2021, the CDC updated that guidance to require masking indoors in communities with substantial or high virus transmission rates, regardless of vaccination status. Effective Monday, August 2, 2021, masks are required in all city buildings. As previously decided by the Council, private businesses may set their own policies regarding face coverings applicable to their employees and customers. (Note: The airport and public transit remain covered by the Federal mask mandate.) Downtown Phoenix Buildings Are “By Appointment Only”Public access to the following downtown city of Phoenix buildings is currently by appointment only Phoenix City Hall – 200 W. Washington St.Calvin C. Goode Building – 251 W. Washington St.Phoenix Public Transit Building – 302 N. First Ave City of Phoenix Impacted City Services Update Learn what's impacted with current city services. Learn more. Coronavirus Business & Resident Resources Additional resources for Phoenix businesses, the workforce, and residents relating to COVID-19. Learn more. Coronavirus Relief Fund (CRF) Strategic Plan Information and updates on the Coronavirus Relief Fund (CRF) Strategic Plan funded by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. Learn more. More >> EM & HS Phoenix COVID-19 Testing and Select Vaccination Events COVID-19 TestingWe're all in this together. #COVID19 testing with no out-of-pocket cost. The city of #PHX now has two #COVID19 mobile testing vans out in the community. See also list of COVID-19 Information, Testing, Resources, and City Impacts. Mobile Van #1: Vincere Cancer Center Mobile Van #2: Premier Lab Solutions VaccinationsSelect events marked with Testing & Vaccination Event offer COVID-19 tests and vaccines! For other vaccine locations see Maricopa County Vaccine Finder and Vaccines.gov seach. Wednesday, November 24, 2021 Mobile Van #2. Washington Park Testing & Vaccination Event 6655 N 23rd Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85015 1:00 - 7:00 p.m.Register at: https://premierlabsolutions.com/covid-19/phoenixMonday, November 29, 2021 Mobile Van #1. Falcon ParkTesting & Vaccination Event 3420 W. Roosevelt St. Phoenix, AZ 85009 7:15 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.Register at: https://vincerecancer.com Mobile Van #2. Desert West Community Center 6501 Virgina Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85035 7:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.Register at: https://premierlabsolutions.com/covid-19/phoenixTuesday, November 30, 2021 Mobile Van #1. Washington ParkTesting & Vaccination Event 6655 N. 23rd Aveue, Phoenix, AZ 85015 1:00 - 7:00 p.m.Register at: https://vincerecancer.comWednesday, December 1, 2021Mobile Van #2. Deer Valley Community Center Testing & Vaccination Event 2001 W. Wahalla Lane, Phoenix, AZ 85027 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.Register at: https://premierlabsolutions.com/covid-19/phoenixThursday, December 2, 2021Mobile Van #1. Agave Library 23550 N 36th Ave., Glendale, AZ 85310 7:15 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.Register at: https://vincerecancer.comFriday, December 3, 2021Mobile Van #1. El Reposo Park 502 E. Alta Vista Road, Phoenix, AZ 85042 7:15 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.Register at: https://vincerecancer.comSaturday, December 4, 2021Mobile Van #1. AGEEZ Hair CenterTesting & Vaccination Event 542 W Southern Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85041 7:15 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.Register at: https://vincerecancer.comMobile Van #2. El Oso Park 3451 N. 75th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85033 7:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.Register at: https://premierlabsolutions.com/covid-19/phoenixMonday, December 6, 2021Mobile Van #1. Falcon Park 3420 W. Roosevelt Street, Phoenix, AZ 85009 7:15 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.Register at: https://vincerecancer.comMobile Van #2. Cholla Library 10050 N Metro Pkwy E., Phoenix, AZ 85051 7:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.Register at: https://premierlabsolutions.com/covid-19/phoenixTuesday, December 7, 2021Mobile Van #1. Chicanos Por La CausaTesting & Vaccination Event 6850 W Indian School Road, Phoenix, AZ 85033 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.Register at: https://vincerecancer.comWednesday, December 8, 2021Mobile Van #2. La Pradera Park 36830 N. 39th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85004 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.Register at: https://premierlabsolutions.com/covid-19/phoenixThursday, December 9, 2021Mobile Van #1. Cortez Park 3434 W. Dunlap, Phoenix, AZ 85051 7:15 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.Register at: https://vincerecancer.comFriday, December 10, 2021Mobile Van #1. Yucca Library 5648 N 15th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85015 7:15 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.Register at: https://vincerecancer.comSaturday, December 11, 2021Mobile Van #1. Paradise Valley Park 17642 N. 40th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85032 7:15 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.Register at: https://vincerecancer.comMobile Van #2. Tillman Middle School Testing & Vaccination Event 4309 E. Belleview Street, Phoenix, AZ 85008 7:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.Register at: https://premierlabsolutions.com/covid-19/phoenixMonday, December 13, 2021Mobile Van #1. Chicanos Por La CausaTesting & Vaccination Event 6850 W Indian School Road, Phoenix, AZ 85033 7:015 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.Register at: https://vincerecancer.comMobile Van #2. Desert Sage Library 7602 W. Encanto Blvd., Phoenix, AZ 85035 7:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.Register at: https://premierlabsolutions.com/covid-19/phoenixTuesday, December 14, 2021Mobile Van #1. Ironwood LibraryTesting & Vaccination Event 4333 E Chandler Blvd., Phoenix, AZ 85048 1:00 - 7:00 p.m.Register at: https://vincerecancer.comWednesday, December 15, 2021Mobile Van #2. Adam Diaz Senior Center Testing & Vaccination Event 4115 W. Thomas Road, Phoenix, AZ 85019 1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.Register at: https://premierlabsolutions.com/covid-19/phoenix More >> PHXTV 100 Year Old City Flag will be on display at Phoenix City Hall In 1921 Phoenix was a small city of 48,000 and residents were optimistic about the future. Phoenicians felt they needed a symbol of their prosperity and so the Phoenix Chamber of Commerce conducted a contest to design what would become the official flag of the city of Phoenix. The winning design is a 52 inch by 66 inch rectangle of heavy grade soft blue silk taffeta with an orange fringe. Embroidered in the center is a phoenix bird over a gold flame sunburst background. A white ribbon scroll at the bottom is embroidered with the legend, "City of Phoenix, Arizona". Back in 1921 the flag cost $175.At the unveiling of the flag in the Phoenix City Hall Atrium, Mayor Kate Gallego said,"Just like the Phoenix Rising, our flag is on display again, reminding us of the history of our great city. It's a time to celebrate the accomplishments of the City of Phoenix. Our history helps us build and move towards our future."The City of Phoenix Official Flag is considered a public record and Phoenix City Clerk Denise Archibald is in charge of taking care of it.Archibald said, "The City of Phoenix Flag was adopted by ordinance on November 23rd., 1921 and it has been under the care of the city clerk. We ensure that the flag is kept in a safe and secure environment that's conducive to its preservation and conservation. Now we are here celebrating the 100-year anniversary of this flag. It will be on display at City Hall in the atrium between November 23rd. and the end of December. Then it will come back to the city clerk for safekeeping. I believe next year we will go ahead and try to maintain the flag, as we usually do, and have some conservation efforts completed on it just to make sure that it's always preserved and in a good state."Much like the mythical Phoenix Bird, the first official city of Phoenix flag has risen again from the dust of time."I think the flag is beautiful" said City Clerk Denise Archibald. "The history is rich and we're just proud to be able to keep it safe and in good condition and will continue to do so for many years to come. I'm just excited that we have this opportunity to celebrate its 100-year anniversary." More >> Federal and Local Leaders Celebrate Light Rail Funding Federal and local dignitaries gathered Friday, Nov. 19 to celebrate the signing of a $158 million full funding grant agreement for the Northwest Light Rail Extension Phase II (NWEII). The extension adds 1.6 miles of track, three stations and a multimodal transit center to the existing 28-mile light rail system. The event culminated an exciting week for transportation with the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act signed into law on Monday. “This extension is going to enable more people to enjoy safe, fast, frequent and reliable public transportation, and it’s an environmentally-friendly project,” said FTA Administrator Nuria Fernandez. “This connection will tie people to downtown, to Arizona State University and Sky Harbor International Airport—high-activity areas where there is job generation.”Connecting from the existing end-of-line at 19th Avenue and Dunlap, the extension will provide greater transit access to Phoenix residents west of the I-17 thanks to a new rail-only bridge that will be built over the freeway and the first elevated station. It is expected to serve 5,700 riders each day.“With the Northwest Extension Phase II, we see a community identifying transportation needs, developing smart solutions, standing up for its values and investing local dollars in these projects.” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. “Thanks to this project, communities will now have better and more affordable access to jobs, healthcare, services, downtown and everywhere that Valley Metro reaches.” “The construction of this light rail connection will serve thousands of daily riders, opening up opportunities for folks to access education and good-paying jobs,” said U.S. Senator Mark Kelly. “That’s how we continue to make the Valley a great place to live and to work. Like the other infrastructure projects we will see in our state, it’s going to put folks back to work.”“One of the things I’m most proud of from my time as mayor is asking voters to grow our economy with an expansion of light rail into new neighborhoods throughout the city,” said U.S. Representative Greg Stanton. “But even with voter approval, it cannot happen without federal investment. Making this extension a reality is a catalyst for economic and social transformation, connecting the Northwest Valley to economic opportunities, jobs, education, health care, social services and more––in this region and beyond.”“This extension will power our economy, connecting new parts of the city to educational institutions, employment centers, and a vibrant offering of arts, culture, and sports,” said Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego. “Combined with support coming from President Biden’s new infrastructure plan, we will strengthen our multi-modal transit system, reduce greenhouse gasses, and speed towards our climate goals.”“Transit plays a major role in serving our diverse community and the fastest-growing county in the United States,” said Valley Metro Board Chair and Mesa Councilmember Francisco Heredia. “We will need all transit and transportation solutions on the table as we expect over a million more people to be coming to the Phoenix area in the next 10 years.”“Our system is relatively young—only 13 years old—but in that time, has changed our communities for the better,” said Valley Metro CEO Scott Smith. “We have seen unprecedented mobility, development and change for the good. Northwest Extension Phase II has a huge impact because of where it is, crossing a boundary between central and west Phoenix, and ending at one of the most exciting and unique redevelopment efforts in the entire country.” The project’s total cost is $401 million, paid for by the federal Capital Investment Grant, Proposition 400 regional funds and city of Phoenix Transportation 2050 funds. Construction began in September 2020 and the extension is scheduled to begin operating in 2024.For more photos of the event, visit the Valley Metro Flickr site.For more information on Phoenix light rail projects valleymetro.org/project. City Council Approves Findings of Preservation Style Study The Phoenix City Council has adopted key findings of an impact study of the city's historic preservation efforts over the past several decades. The study titled, “Preservation Phoenix Style," identifies Phoenix's unique historic character and how historic preservation efforts have benefited the city. “Our historic neighborhoods provide stable and viable assets to the city and the residents who live there," said Councilwoman Laura Pastor. “Phoenix is a great example of a city that truly champions its history and understands the tangible value preservation plays in a city's growth." In 2020, the city council authorized a national consultant to conduct the research. The consultants met with small business owners, adaptive reuse developers, Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego and Councilwoman Laura Pastor, city department directors, and key community members who were involved early in the historic preservation program. The city's historic preservation program was adopted in 1985, along with the Historic Preservation Ordinance, to protect, enhance and preserve areas of historical, cultural, archaeological and aesthetic historic significance. “The study confirms what preservation advocates intuitively know: that historic preservation has economic, social, cultural and environmental benefits," said Historic Preservation Officer Michelle Dodds. “The study also demonstrates that our old housing stock provides affordable housing and should be maintained." The study found Phoenix used innovation and creativity to provide tangible benefits to the economy, environment and culture. Below are some of the key findings of the study. The historic neighborhoods of Phoenix are dense, 1,000 people per square mile more dense than residential neighborhoods in the rest of the City. Historic neighborhoods in Phoenix are walkable—most rated “Very Walkable," as contrasted to “Car Dependent" for the City as a whole. During the real estate crisis which accompanied the Great Recession, foreclosure rates in historic neighborhoods were measurably lower than the rest of the City, a pattern that has continued in every year since. Even during the last five years of a boom cycle in real estate, property values in historic districts have outperformed the city as a whole. Phoenix historic neighborhoods are diverse neighborhoods, by race, ethnicity, and income. Phoenix historic neighborhoods are also diverse in their housing stock with a much wider range of housing options than most Phoenix subdivisions. These neighborhoods also have a diversity of housing prices, with two-thirds of the housing stock having values in the mid-market range of $200,000 to $400,000. The tree-cover typically found in historic areas has six times the air quality benefits per acre, five times the water saved, and sequesters five times the CO2 of the rest of the city. Commercial areas with a concentration of heritage buildings are magnets for small businesses, legacy businesses, and businesses in the creative and knowledge categories. 95% of all businesses in the heritage commercial areas employ fewer than 20 workers. Legacy businesses—those in business for 25 years or longer— make up 12% of businesses in heritage commercial areas, versus 3% in the city overall. Job growth rates for businesses in the creative and knowledge sectors have all been higher over the past decade in heritage commercial areas than in the City as a whole. Forty-six percent of Phoenix households are considered low income, very low income or extremely low income. The city's inventory of older housing stock is providing affordable housing largely without subsidy, likely due to its age, condition and smaller unit size. It is critical that older affordable housing be maintained as it is not possible for Phoenix to build itself out of the affordable housing crisis. For questions about Historic Preservation contact the city of Phoenix Historic Preservation Office. U.S. Transportation Secretary Visits Phoenix | News Conference Mayor Kate Gallego, Vice Mayor Carlos Garcia, Councilwoman Betty Guardado, and Aviation Director Chad Makovsky, along with Senators Sinema and Kelly welcomed U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. Secretary Buttigieg discussed the passage of the Infrastructure Bill, which will help airports with future improvements. Building Codes: A Look Back at Changes over 20 years Building Codes have changed a lot in the past 20 years. Many of those changes were brought forth after the 911 tragedy. Listen in as Phoenix Planning & Development Department staff discuss the changes that have been made nationwide. Upcoming Sky Harbor Holiday Travel Tips Make sure you're aware of these pointers before travelingPHOENIX — As the holiday season fast approaches, these tips will help you navigate your way around Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. Book aheadDid you know passengers can book parking up to six months ahead of their travel date? Reserve your spot at any of our parking facilities while saving yourself time and money. Visit the parking page to check for more information.Security awarenessMake sure you double check what's in your bag and become familiar with the guidelines to pass through security, including items that may be restricted. View Security Checkpoint wait times on skyharbor.com or on flight information display boards in each terminal. Visit the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) travel page for more tips, or receive answers to your questions directly from TSA's Twitter page.Save time and avoid roadway traffic with the PHX Sky Train®Whether picking up or dropping someone off, roadways around the airport get especially busy during the holidays. Avoid the roadway and curbside congestion by utilizing the 44th Street PHX Sky Train® Station. Travelers can ride the train, free of charge, directly to and from the terminals. There are also short-term parking meters and a free cell phone waiting lot there. Check statusDouble check your flight status with your airline before coming to the airport and make sure to give yourself plenty of time. Arrive at least two hours before your flight departure for domestic travel or three hours for international travel.Face masks requiredFace masks covering the mouth and nose are required to be worn at all times under the federal mask mandate. Make sure to be familiar with current COVID-19 protocols for all areas you visit.Visit us online for additional travel tips and follow us on Twitter @PHXSkyHarbor for the latest updates.Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, America's Friendliest Airport®, has an annual economic impact of more than $38 billion. Before the COVID-19 pandemic, approximately 1,200 aircraft and more than 125,000 passengers arrived at and departed from Sky Harbor every day. PHX Sky Harbor is funded with airport revenue. No tax dollars are used to support the airport. Page 1 of 158 CITY OF PHOENIX @City of Phoenix EXPLORE #PHX SOCIAL NEWSLETTER SIGNUP Stay connected to PHX! Sign Up for monthly PHX At Your Service Newsletter. 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