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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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Daytime signal upgrade at Greenway & Dysart intersection scheduled Jan. 27

Posted on: January 26, 2021

Join the city of Surprise for a Day of Service

Posted on: January 26, 2021

City of Surprise Seeking Applications for Voluntary Commission Vacancy

Posted on: January 25, 2021

2021 Surprise City Academy goes virtual; Register & learn how your city government works

Posted on: January 20, 2021

City Council names Duffy as Vice Mayor

Posted on: January 20, 2021

Registration for Spring Youth Sports now open

Posted on: January 20, 2021

Winter Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event begins Jan 25

Posted on: January 20, 2021

City debuts anti-litter campaign, “Keep it Beautiful, Surprise!”

Posted on: January 15, 2021

New “Surprise Lately” Episode

Posted on: January 15, 2021

Winter 2021 Progress Magazine Now Available

Posted on: January 14, 2021

City of Surprise Seeking Applications for Voluntary Commission Vacancy

Posted on: January 12, 2021

Parks & Recreation awarded “Better Sports for Kids Quality Program” designation

Posted on: January 11, 2021

City seeks Teen Court applications

Posted on: January 8, 2021

City seeks Teen Court applications

Posted on: January 8, 2021

City seeks Teen Court applications

Posted on: January 8, 2021

City seeks Teen Court applications

Posted on: January 8, 2021

Join the Surprise Fire-Medical Team

Posted on: January 7, 2021

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Posted on: January 7, 2021

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Posted on: January 7, 2021

Mayor and Councilmembers in Districts 2, 3 & 4 sworn in

Posted on: January 6, 2021

New Year Ushers in City Leadership Changes

Posted on: January 4, 2021

New Year Ushers in City Leadership Changes

Posted on: January 4, 2021

New Year Ushers in City Leadership Changes

Posted on: January 4, 2021

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Posted on: January 4, 2021

20 Surprise 2020 Highlights: The “Not Completely Terrible” List

Posted on: December 30, 2020

20 Surprise 2020 Highlights: The “Not Completely Terrible” List

Posted on: December 30, 2020

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Posted on: December 30, 2020

Surprise Small Business Relief Grant Summary

Posted on: December 30, 2020

Surprise Small Business Relief Grant Summary

Posted on: December 30, 2020

Surprise Small Business Relief Grant Summary

Posted on: December 30, 2020

DevelopNEXT: Council approves updates to city’s land development ordinances & design standards

Posted on: December 18, 2020

Surprise City Council approves funding for new park, park enhancements

Posted on: December 17, 2020

Governor Ducey Shares Latest On COVID-19

Posted on: December 16, 2020

Surprise Esports returns with “Winter Break” Fortnite Tournament

Posted on: December 11, 2020

Surprise Esports returns with “Winter Break” Fortnite Tournament

Posted on: December 11, 2020

Surprise Esports returns with “Winter Break” Fortnite Tournament

Posted on: December 11, 2020

Surprise Esports returns with “Winter Break” Fortnite Tournament

Posted on: December 11, 2020

Surprise creates application process for public events with 50+ people pursuant to Governor’s E.O.

Posted on: December 8, 2020

Surprise breaks ground on Fire Station 308 at Litchfield & Cactus roads

Posted on: December 7, 2020

Governor Ducey Announces Latest Actions to Fight COVID-19, Increase Hospital Staffing

Posted on: December 2, 2020

Greenway Rd improvement project begins, Cotton Ln to Sarival Ave

Posted on: December 2, 2020

Surprise Stadium announces 2021 Spring Training schedule with game times

Posted on: November 19, 2020

City of Surprise public meetings will reclose to in-person attendance effective 12/1

Posted on: November 18, 2020

Governor Ducey Announces $25 Million for Medical Professionals, Additional Safety Measures

Posted on: November 18, 2020

Surprise Police Department Awarded Reaccreditation by CALEA

Posted on: November 17, 2020

Surprise Police Department Awarded Reaccreditation by CALEA

Posted on: November 17, 2020

Surprise Police Department Awarded Reaccreditation by CALEA

Posted on: November 17, 2020

Watch: Veterans Day Video Tribute

Posted on: November 11, 2020

Hastings sworn in as new District 5 Councilmember

Posted on: November 3, 2020

Surprise TV to air select DUSD high school sports games

Posted on: October 30, 2020

DevelopNEXT nears finish line: public hearings set for development & design standards updates

Posted on: October 30, 2020

Home-delivered meal program available to eligible residents

Posted on: October 29, 2020

City of Surprise receives five excellence awards from the International Economic Development Council

Posted on: October 19, 2020

City of Surprise receives five excellence awards from the International Economic Development Council

Posted on: October 19, 2020

City of Surprise receives five excellence awards from the International Economic Development Council

Posted on: October 19, 2020

City of Surprise wins bid for 2026 NCAA Division II National Tennis Championships

Posted on: October 15, 2020

Council approves Temporary Expansion of Premise permits for Surprise restaurants during COVID-19

Posted on: October 7, 2020

Major League Baseball announces 2021 Spring Training Schedule

Posted on: September 16, 2020

Temporary Mortgage Assistance available for eligible Surprise residents

Posted on: September 14, 2020

Governor Ducey and Health Leaders Urge Arizonans to Get Flu Shot

Posted on: August 31, 2020

Arizona Department of Health Services Phased Reopening Plan for Paused Industries

Posted on: August 10, 2020

Surprise names Water Resource Management Director

Posted on: August 6, 2020

Gov. Extends Pause of Some Business Operations; Announces Plan for Schools

Posted on: July 23, 2020

Governor Extends COVID-19 Eviction Protections; Expands Rental Assistance Access

Posted on: July 16, 2020

Vote on favorite business ribbon cutting videos

Posted on: July 15, 2020

Vote on favorite business ribbon cutting videos

Posted on: July 15, 2020

Vote on favorite business ribbon cutting videos

Posted on: July 15, 2020

Governor Ducey Announces New Actions To Contain COVID-19

Posted on: July 10, 2020

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

Posted on: June 29, 2020

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

Posted on: June 19, 2020

Governor Ducey Announces Enhanced COVID-19 Action Plan

Posted on: June 17, 2020

Letter from Surprise City Council

Posted on: June 16, 2020

Letter from Surprise Police Chief Terry Young

Posted on: June 12, 2020

Letter from Surprise Police Chief Terry Young

Posted on: June 12, 2020

Letter from Surprise Police Chief Terry Young

Posted on: June 12, 2020

Letter from Surprise Police Chief Terry Young

Posted on: June 12, 2020

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

Posted on: June 5, 2020

City Hall reopens June 1; select recreation amenities phase in

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 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

Surprise continues suspension of recreation programming & events

Posted on: April 28, 2020

Surprise introduces Shop Surprise banners for retailers; creates Open for Business list

Posted on: April 7, 2020

Surprise introduces Shop Surprise banners for retailers; creates Open for Business list

Posted on: April 7, 2020

Surprise introduces Shop Surprise banners for retailers; creates Open for Business list

Posted on: April 7, 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 temporarily amends A-frame sign policy during COVID-19 Pandemic

Posted on: March 30, 2020

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

Posted on: March 30, 2020

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

Posted on: March 27, 2020

City launches webpage for consumers, businesses, job seekers; introduces business recovery plan

Posted on: March 26, 2020

City launches webpage for consumers, businesses, job seekers; introduces business recovery plan

Posted on: March 26, 2020

City launches webpage for consumers, businesses, job seekers; introduces business recovery plan

Posted on: March 26, 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

City Park Amenities & Facilities Closed to Public

Posted on: March 24, 2020

Surprise Resource Center Reducing Public Hours

Posted on: March 24, 2020

Local nonprofit Benevilla seeking volunteers to assist seniors

Posted on: March 23, 2020

Mayor Hall Declares Local State of Emergency in Surprise

Posted on: March 19, 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

Surprise Fire-Medical is Awarded International Accredited Status

Posted on: March 4, 2020

Surprise Fire-Medical is Awarded International Accredited Status

Posted on: March 4, 2020

Surprise Fire-Medical is Awarded International Accredited Status

Posted on: March 4, 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

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

Posted on: January 31, 2020

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

Posted on: January 31, 2020

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

Posted on: January 31, 2020

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

Posted on: November 20, 2019

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

Posted on: November 20, 2019

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

Posted on: November 20, 2019

AZ TechCelerator hosts ribbon cutting for newest tenant, Arizona Cyber Warfare Range

Posted on: October 31, 2019

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Posted on: October 31, 2019

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Posted on: October 31, 2019

National Indoor RV Centers expands to Surprise, brings head-of-household jobs

Posted on: October 24, 2019

National Indoor RV Centers expands to Surprise, brings head-of-household jobs

Posted on: October 24, 2019

National Indoor RV Centers expands to Surprise, brings head-of-household jobs

Posted on: October 24, 2019

Economic Development AIMS Community Profile

Posted on: February 5, 2019

Economic Development AIMS Community Profile

Posted on: February 5, 2019

Economic Development AIMS Community Profile

Posted on: February 5, 2019

safety seat inspection

Free Child Passenger Safety Seat Inspection

Posted on: January 23, 2019

safety seat inspection

Free Child Passenger Safety Seat Inspection

Posted on: January 23, 2019

safety seat inspection

Free Child Passenger Safety Seat Inspection

Posted on: January 23, 2019

firemen on roof of burning house

New Fire User Fees

Posted on: April 18, 2016

firemen on roof of burning house

New Fire User Fees

Posted on: April 18, 2016

firemen on roof of burning house

New Fire User Fees

Posted on: April 18, 2016