Late into the night went the last Tempe City Council meeting before summer break, as homeless advocates spoke against a proposed park ordinance which members unanimously approved.
Now the measure may go before voters.
The ordinance expands permit requirements to hold events in Tempe parks.
Tension between the city and homeless advocates has been building. And the latter have accused Tempe leaders of trying to stop aid groups from using public space.
Now a city spokesperson says enough signatures have been submitted for the ordinance to go onto the ballot in March, when Tempe holds City Council elections.
Whether voters get to decide the future of the ordinance is up to the City Council. Once meetings resume, members can choose to claw it back or send it to the ballot.
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The city has gathered design ideas from an initial round of public feedback and now wants input to help refine plans for park space along the bank. -
The Tempe Union High School District is finding ways to introduce students to AI tools, without sacrificing their critical thinking skills. -
Students at the Kyrene de la Mirada Leadership Academy in Chandler will have to start the school year at another location due to a flood. This is the second time the district has had to relocate students due to building issues in the last year. -
On Feb. 5, the Phoenix and Tempe fire departments responded to a call about a low-flying helicopter releasing fuel over neighborhoods. When the crews arrived, they noticed the smell of petroleum and dry residue on nearby cars. -
At a recent AI information meeting, hosted by Connect Tempe and the Arizona Corporation Commission, attendees were there with a clear goal in mind: learn more about AI, scams and their potential dangers.
