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Posted on: March 19, 2020

Governor Ducey Announces Latest COVID-19 Actions

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Governor Doug Ducey today announced additional mitigation strategies to combat the spread of COVID-19 in Arizona. His executive actions include ensuring food access; increasing hospital capacity; Updated guidance and flexibility for restaurants, bars and other businesses; Waiving ADOT requirements for seniors and commercial drivers.

See the Governor’s press release here: https://azgovernor.gov/governor/news/2020/03/governor-ducey-announces-latest-covid-19-actions

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RideChoice transportation service available to income qualified Surprise residents

Posted on: July 13, 2020

City of Surprise fall youth sports, adult pickleball registration begins July 13

Posted on: July 10, 2020

Governor Ducey Announces New Actions To Contain COVID-19

Posted on: July 10, 2020

Census takers to begin visiting homes in August; Respond now and avoid the knock

Posted on: July 2, 2020

Surprise rebate programs offer incentives for water-conscious customers

Posted on: July 1, 2020

Governor Ducey Takes Further Action to Reverse COVID-19 Spread in Arizona

Posted on: June 29, 2020

Important dates & information related to the 2020 Primary Election

Posted on: June 29, 2020

Surprise Judge Dominguez awarded for judicial excellence

Posted on: June 26, 2020

Surprise requires face coverings in public effective June 20; City Hall will reclose to public

Posted on: June 19, 2020

Portion of Cotton Ln, just north of Cactus Rd, to be closed June 30-July 21

Posted on: June 26, 2020

Traffic control changes on Waddell Rd, Loop 303 to Reems Rd, begin June 24

Posted on: June 22, 2020

Vote on favorite business ribbon cutting videos

Posted on: June 22, 2020

Letter from Surprise City Council

Posted on: June 16, 2020

Governor Ducey Announces Enhanced COVID-19 Action Plan

Posted on: June 17, 2020

Drop-off recycling resumes in Surprise on July 7

Posted on: June 17, 2020

Council proclaims Monsoon Awareness Week; Surprise offers safety tips for Monsoon 2020

Posted on: June 17, 2020

Letter from Surprise Police Chief Terry Young

Posted on: June 12, 2020

Scheduled Solid Waste, Stormwater Utility rate increases begin July 1

Posted on: June 8, 2020

City splash pads, basketball & racquetball courts reopen June 8; ramada, sports field rentals resume

Posted on: June 5, 2020

Council adopts FY2021 Budget focused on flexibility for the future

Posted on: June 2, 2020

Surprise partners with St Mary’s Food Bank Alliance to provide free meals for children

Posted on: May 28, 2020

City Hall reopens June 1; select recreation amenities phase in

Posted on: May 26, 2020

Excessive Heat Warning this week; Heat Relief stations available

Posted on: May 27, 2020

City of Surprise Seeking Applications for Voluntary Commission Vacancy

Posted on: May 26, 2020

Surprise Introduces Phased COVID-19 Reopening Plan

Posted on: May 18, 2020

Changes to public participation during Arts & Cultural Advisory Commission meeting May 18

Posted on: May 13, 2020

City of Surprise pools, gyms, recreation centers remain closed until further notice

Posted on: May 13, 2020

Governor Ducey Announces Next Phase Of Arizona Recovery

Posted on: May 12, 2020

Surprise Sundancers raise nearly $175,000 for scholarships and youth programs

Posted on: May 13, 2020

City of Surprise Seeking Applications for Voluntary Commission Vacancy

Posted on: May 6, 2020

Surprise to open some recreation amenities May 15

Posted on: May 7, 2020

Gov. Ducey Issues Updated Guidance For Restaurants, Coffee Shops, Barbers & Cosmetologists

Posted on: May 4, 2020

Governor Ducey, ADHS Release Guidelines For Retail Business & Customers As Openings Resume Next Week

Posted on: May 1, 2020

Governor Issues Updated Guidance For Arizonans, Businesses

Posted on: April 30, 2020

Mayor Hall Declares Local State of Emergency in Surprise

Posted on: March 19, 2020

Surprise continues suspension of recreation programming & events

Posted on: April 28, 2020

Veterans Reflection Circle named Project of the Year by national & state public works associations

Posted on: April 27, 2020

City to host online veteran workshops on VA Aid & Attendance benefits

Posted on: April 21, 2020

Changes to public participation during PSPRS Fire & Police Board meetings

Posted on: April 2, 2020

COVID-19 financial relief information for individuals & families available on city’s website

Posted on: April 1, 2020

Valley Metro adjusts Express, RAPID bus service schedules due to COVID-19

Posted on: March 31, 2020

City webpage provides community support resources, volunteer opportunities amid COVID-19

Posted on: March 30, 2020

City temporarily amends A-frame sign policy during COVID-19 Pandemic

Posted on: March 30, 2020

Change to City Council Meeting public comment; Cancelation of several public meetings

Posted on: March 27, 2020

COVID-19 Special Report Video

Posted on: March 26, 2020

Update: March 27 FY 2021 Budget Retreat Public Comment Details

Posted on: March 26, 2020

Surprise Partners with Meals of Joy to Offer Hot Lunches to Vulnerable Populations

Posted on: March 25, 2020

Surprise Resource Center Reducing Public Hours

Posted on: March 24, 2020

City Park Amenities & Facilities Closed to Public

Posted on: March 24, 2020

Local nonprofit Benevilla seeking volunteers to assist seniors

Posted on: March 23, 2020

Changes to public participation during Planning & Zoning meetings effective March 18

Posted on: March 18, 2020

Changes to public participation during Council Meetings effective March 17

Posted on: March 16, 2020

Surprise cancels/postpones events and programs due to COVID-19

Posted on: March 16, 2020

Census Mailings Arrive March 12-20; Count for your Community

Posted on: March 10, 2020

Fiscal Year 2021 Budget Retreat set for March 27

Posted on: March 10, 2020

Surprise Fire-Medical is Awarded International Accredited Status

Posted on: March 4, 2020

Surprise Resource Center expands evening hours beginning March 4

Posted on: February 13, 2020

Surprise Reaffirms Support for Quality Education

Posted on: February 4, 2020

Chief Young to serve as 2020 AZ Association of Chiefs of Police President

Posted on: January 31, 2020

City begins FY21 budget discussions Jan. 21

Posted on: January 16, 2020

Surprise names Community Development Director

Posted on: January 3, 2020

DevelopNEXT: Give Input on Draft Land Development Ordinances

Posted on: December 11, 2019

City awarded $50K grant from Tohono O’odham Nation to advance community initiatives

Posted on: December 4, 2019

Surprise offers free online “Startup Space” to connect entrepreneurs, small businesses

Posted on: November 20, 2019

City of Surprise Revenue Bond Rating Raised to ‘AA+’

Posted on: November 14, 2019

Surprise Fire-Medical Awarded 8 New Firefighters Through Federal Grant

Posted on: October 16, 2019

CALL OF ELECTION - Public Notice of the City of Surprise, Arizona.

Posted on: October 21, 2019

Surprise expands library services with increased hours & new location

Posted on: October 16, 2019

Fall 2019 Progress Magazine released

Posted on: October 1, 2019

City wins national video award for “The Moving Wall Vietnam Memorial” visit

Posted on: October 1, 2019

City of Surprise recruiting new tourism events; grant funding available

Posted on: September 26, 2019

Surprise Fire-Medical donates fire engine to Valley Vista High School Fire Science program

Posted on: September 25, 2019

Mayor proclaims Surprise a Dementia Friendly City

Posted on: September 18, 2019

Citywide transportation projects update; Litchfield Road widening begins 9/30

Posted on: September 16, 2019

Surprise breaks ground on new Fire Station 304

Posted on: September 9, 2019

Rising costs amid a volatile recycling market result in changes to city’s collection

Posted on: August 12, 2019

Surprise wins marketing award at the Arizona Governor's Conference on Tourism

Posted on: July 24, 2019