Annual EGGstravaganza a rousing success

Last weekend's EGGstravaganza event was a huge success! Residents gathered at the Civic Center for a fun-filled day of dance performances, face painting, carnival rides, and so much more. Numerous egg hunts for different age groups, a petting zoo, and delicious food options for guests to enjoy added to the fun Parks & Rec estimates that nearly 3,000 people enjoyed this free spring event The event would not have succeeded without the hard work of the Parks & Rec team, Facilities, Town volunteers, and the event's vendors. Great job on another wonderful event for our community! To view all the pictures from the event, visit https://photos.app.goo.gl/PXKhfsfa7n2EKtTe6.

Area-wide Volunteer Fair highlights opportunities to serve

Prescott Valley's first area-wide Volunteer Fair on April 19, headed up by HR Recruiter Stephanie Andrews, brought a number of local non-profits to show what opportunities are available to those who want to give back to their community. Many of the agencies brought great raffle prizes, and all were excited at the interest shown by the numerous visitors to the Fair. We're looking forward to hosting this event again next year.

PV Library offers 'Chick Chat' after new ordinance passes

After PV Council passed a recent ordinance that allows chickens and rabbits on residential lots within the community, the PV Library stepped up with an educational "Chick Chat" on April 15. Local 4H members gave talks on raising healthy and happy chickens and rabbits in your own backyard Attendees enjoyed chicken and bunny games and crafts, visited with local businesses and chicken experts, and participated in a casual and silly parade Topics covered included chicken and rabbit breeds, basic care, egg health, and feed

Prescott Valley Police earn State accreditation after two-year process

The Prescott Valley Police Department has completed a two-year process and earned accreditation through the Arizona Association of Chiefs of Police Arizona Law Enforcement Accreditation Program (ALEAP), which is the voluntary accrediting agency for the State of Arizona. The accreditation process assists law enforcement agencies to measure and improve their overall performance and demonstrate that they meet commonly accepted best practices and industry standards. The Department finished the process in April and accepted the accreditation in Tucson on April 20. Additionally, five leadership staff members of the Prescott Valley Police Department are now Accredited Command Executives sanctioned through the Arizona Association of Chiefs of Police. Chief Robert Ticer, Cmdr. James Edelstein, Cmdr. Jeremy Martin, Lt. Jason Kaufman, and Lt. Nancy Roberts have achieved the designation.

Local agencies and partners help to make annual Badges & Bobbers event a success

"Badges & Bobbers" at Fain Park was another great success! About 250 people stopped by for a chance to fish with our local law enforcement and firefighters. It was a perfect day for fishing! A special thank you to all of the following participants: Prescott Valley, Early Bird Lions Club, Central Arizona Fire and Medical, Arizona Game & Fish Department, Humboldt Unified School District, Arizona Department of Public Safety, Prescott Police Department, Chino Valley Police Department, Yavapai County Sheriff's Office, Penny's Place, and more.

TOTAL BUDGETED REVENUE SOURCES

$113.8 M

Where does the money come from?

Current Trending to Budget by Source

Taxes - Local TPT (Town Sales Tax)

Intergovernmental (State Shared Sales, Gas, Vehicle License, & Income Tax

Grant Revenue Federal & State Grants

Enterprise User Revenue Water & Sewer Service Fees & Water Resource Charges

Miscellaneous (Service Charges, Fines, Forfeitures, Investment & Rentals

Impact Fees New Construction Fees

Licenses, permits, and investments (in the miscellaneous category), as well as impact fees, have significantly exceeded budget expectations this fiscal year due to continued development and interest rate increases.

9% less than budget for personnel expenses

Total Budgeted Operating Expenses $70.7M

24% less than budget for operating expenses

69% less than budget for one-time operating expenses

HOW DOES THE TOWN SPEND THE MONEY?

Utilities

Town Manager's Office

Town Clerk

Public Works

Police

Non-Departmental

Magistrate Court

Legal

Information Technology

Human Resources

Finance

Development Services

Council

Community Services

At the end of April, all departments were within their respective personnel and operating budgets. Overall, the Town has a positive variance to budget for the fiscal year to date.

Positive Variance to Budget