BEAT THE HEAT: Mesa’s Summer Relief Initiatives

Monthly Update from Vice Mayor Heredia

As part of our efforts to ensure the safety and well-being of our residents during the scorching summer months, the City of Mesa has launched several heat relief initiatives and programs. These initiatives are designed to provide essential support and resources to those most vulnerable to extreme heat, including individuals experiencing homelessness, the elderly, and other at-risk populations.

Help the Vulnerable During Triple Digit Heat

The 18th Annual Mesa Hydration Donation Campaign, from May 6 through September 27, 2024, provides supplies of water to people in need. The City of Mesa works with nonprofit agencies and businesses to collect the bottles of water which are distributed through United Food Bank to numerous agencies in the valley, including A New Leaf, Paz de Cristo and Mesa United Way.

Here’s how you can help:

• Donate Money

• Contact United Food Bank to deliver pallets

• Find a donation site

Heat Relief Centers and Summer Resources

We are proud to continue our partnership with the Maricopa County Public Health Department and Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) Heat Relief Network to continue offering heat relief centers to those in need. Anyone experiencing homelessness, the elderly, vulnerable individuals or anyone who needs a place to cool down can visit our heat relief centers and hydration stations.

• Heat Relief Centers

• Hydration Stations

• More Summer Relief Resources

Our commitment is to ensure that everyone in Mesa has access to the necessary means to stay hydrated and cool during the peak of summer heat. As always, if you need anything, contact my office at 480-644-3003 or email District3@MesaAZ.gov.

~Vice Mayor Heredia