Good morning, Mesa.

Environmental groups are urging Lower Basin states to finalize a three-state water cutback plan and the Arizona legislature to approve it, hoping to avoid federal cuts that will impact Phoenix and Tucson.

They also call for voluntary water-saving measures in the Upper Basin & federal funding to help conserve water.

Valley Metro was named Outstanding Public Transportation System for mid-sized agencies by the American Public Transportation Association, based on improved on-time performance and safety records from 2023 to 2025.

The agency beat 30 others in the competition.

Mesa City Council voted 5-0 on Aug.

31 to recommend that the Arizona Department of Liquor License and Control approve a series 12 restaurant license for Kagawa Guys at 2121 W. Guadalupe Road Suite No. 6 (Saboten LLC).

Sprouts Farmers Market No. 0059 is seeking a beer and wine store license with sampling privileges.

On Aug. 31, the Council voted unanimously to recommend that the Arizona Department of Liquor License and Control approve it for SF Market LLC at 1110 W. Southern Ave. (Suite Nos. 1-6).

Recent research from Arizona State University shows that manufactured housing residents in Maricopa County, including Mesa, face a risk that is six to eight times higher for fatal heat exposure because of older building standards and lack of cooling measures (a finding prompting county reviews).

The National Weather Service issued an extreme heat warning for Phoenix today through Thursday with forecast highs up to 109°F and overnight lows near 89°F, and Maricopa County residents can call 211 for free access to cooling centers.

Developers of the PALO District project announced plans to include a Major League Soccer franchise with a proposed 25,000-seat stadium along with a National Women’s Soccer League team—neighbors expect further updates in the next few months.