Pavement Rehabilitation Project
Update for the weekend:
Work scheduled Nov. 14-15 has been postponed due to forecasted rain. This has been rescheduled for Nov. 21-22 (subject to change). ADOT will send a traffic alert in advance
🚨 Public Safety Alert – Stay Out of Creeks 🚨
As we head into the weekend, please continue to avoid all creeks in the Globe area until further notice.
Crews are continuing repair efforts following recent flooding, and hazardous materials may be present.
For your safety, do not enter creek areas.
See how swift action and careful oversight kept people safe and stabilized the site.
Read the story: https://www.globeaz.gov/article/2537051
#GlobeAZ #PublicSafety #CommunityStrong
Please note that the following City departments will be closed Today, Thursday, November 6, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. while staff attend a special City-wide Flooding Debrief Meeting:
📚 Globe Public Library
🏛️ Besh Ba Gowah Archaeological Park & Museum
🤝 Active Adult Center
🚰 Globe Water Office
🏗️ Community Development
⚖️ City of Globe Municipal Courts
We appreciate your understanding as staff participate in this important internal meeting
Waste Connections was not able to complete garbage service on Tuesday November 4th due to an issue with the truck.
If your regular pick up day is Tuesday and you did not receive service today, please make sure to have your cans out for pick up tomorrow, Wednesday November 5th and away from walls, fences, vehicles, etc. as usual.
If you experience any issues with your garbage service at any time, please call the number below for assistance.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
If you have any questions, please call Globe City Hall at (928) 425-7146 ext. 0.
Following recent flood impacts each affected structure received a color-coded tag showing its safety status:
🟢 Green – Safe to Enter:
Minor cleanup may be needed. Businesses can reopen (once cleared by the Gila County Health Department, if applicable.)
🟡 Yellow – Restricted Use:
Limited access for owners and professionals only. Repairs or a structural engineer’s review may be required before reopening.
Building permits are required for items requiring a permit, check with the building department if you have questions. (928) 425-7146 ext. 219
🔴 Red – Unsafe / Do Not Enter:
Not safe to occupy until cleared by an engineer and City inspectors.
Some may require demolition if damage is too severe, repairs and structural engineering must be done before reopening.
Building permits are required for items requiring a permit, check with the building department if you have questions. (928) 425-7146 ext. 219
These assessments help ensure every structure reopens safely.
The debris management area established by the City of Globe is intended for cleanup of public spaces and infrastructure only. These locations are not open for private debris drop-off from homes or businesses.
Debris removal from privately owned property is the responsibility of the property owner.
Residents with flood-related debris may dispose of materials at the Russell Gulch Landfill
5891 Hope Lane
(off Russell Road, south of US 60)
🕕 Monday–Saturday, 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Please note: hazardous materials such as batteries, electronics, automotive fluids, fluorescent lights, and pesticides cannot be accepted.
For information on proper disposal of household hazardous waste, visit azdeq.gov/household-hazardous-waste-hhw.
Thank you for your cooperation in keeping cleanup efforts safe and keep organized.
Mold loves moisture.
Dry out your home as soon as possible with open windows, fans, or dehumidifiers.
Remove soaked carpets, furniture, or drywall that can’t be fully dried.
Stopping mold early keeps your home and family healthy. 🌤️
#FloodRecovery #MoldPrevention
Visit these resources for more information on mold cleanup:
https://www.cdc.gov/mold-health/about/clean-up.html
https://www.epa.gov/mold/mold-cleanup-your-home
https://www.fema.gov/pdf/rebuild/recover/fema_mold_brochure_english.pdf
There’s been some confusion about which flood relief programs are available and who they apply to. Here’s a simple breakdown to help you navigate available support options.
Q: What is the Business Relief Program everyone’s talking about?
A: The Business Relief Program is for local businesses affected by the recent flood events.
It’s administered by Local First Arizona in partnership with the United Fund of Globe-Miami.
🕓 Deadline: TODAY. Friday, October 31, 2025
💻 Apply online: localfirstaz.com/business-relief-grants
Businesses can apply for initial relief grants of up to $5,000. Approved applicants may also become eligible for additional recovery funds as donations continue to come in.
This program is funded by donations collected through the United Fund’s flood relief campaign, not loans.
Q: Is this the same as the Salvation Army list or the Gila County Survey?
A: No.
There are three different things people may have filled out or heard about:
1. 🧾 Gila County Damage Assessment Survey:
This was for data collection, to help emergency management assess total damage countywide. It was not an application for financial assistance.
2. ❤️ Salvation Army Residential Relief Grants:
This program is for residents who had flood damage to their homes.
➡️ Apply in person at the Salvation Army office, 161 N. Cedar St., Globe.
3. 💼 Local First Business Relief Grants:
➡️ Apply online at localfirstaz.com/business-relief-grants. (DO THIS TODAY!)
Q: I already filled out a form, how do I know if I’m on the right list?
A:
• If you completed the County survey, your information was logged for damage assessment, not financial aid.
• If you applied for residential relief through the Salvation Army, you’re in consideration for residential assistance.
• If you applied for business relief through Local First Arizona, you’re in consideration for business relief, and applications are being reviewed now.
Q: Why is the business relief application closing so soon?
A: The Oct. 31 deadline (today) has been in place since the program launched earlier this month.
This cutoff allows the review committee to process the first round of funding quickly and get resources to businesses working to reopen.
Q: What about federal or loan assistance?
A: In addition to these local relief programs, low-interest federal disaster loans are available through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) for both residents and businesses.
📍 SBA Disaster Loan Outreach Center
Globe-Miami Chamber of Commerce
1360 N. Broad St., Globe, AZ
Open Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
• Homeowners can borrow up to $500,000 for repairs.
• Renters can apply for up to $100,000 for personal property losses.
• Businesses and nonprofits can apply for up to $2 million for disaster-damaged or destroyed real estate, machinery and equipment, inventory, and other business assets.
• Small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, nurseries and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations may also apply for Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) for working capital needs caused by the disaster and are available even if the business or PNP did not suffer any physical damage.
💻 Apply online at sba.gov/disaster
📅 Deadline: December 9, 2025 (physical damage)
Q: Will these programs make people/businesses “whole” again?
A: Unfortunately, it’s unlikely that a single program can cover all losses for each situation.
Each is designed to help residents and businesses recover and rebuild as much as possible. Multiple resources, such as Local grants, SBA loans, and personal or community fundraising, may be combined to move forward.
FLOOD RELIEF FUNDING: The Business Relief Program, administered through Local First Arizona in partnership with the United Fund of Globe-Miami, will close its online application period on Friday, October 31. To date, 75 applications have been submitted and are currently under review and in process.
Applicants who are successfully approved in this round will become eligible for additional funding, depending on the availability of remaining funds. It is important to note that donated funds are divided between the Business Relief and Residential Relief Programs according to each donor’s designation.
Local First is working through the next round of distributions, as a significant portion of the contributions have been pledged but not yet received. The applications are presently being reviewed by a committee, which will provide recommendations to ensure fairness, transparency, and eligibility consistency.
DEMA STATE FUNDING: The City of Globe has met the required threshold and deadline for requesting state disaster reimbursement under the 75/25 cost share program. This reimbursement process is highly complex and must be thoroughly documented in accordance with Arizona Department of Emergency and Military Affairs (DEMA) guidelines. It is important to note that reimbursements are not immediate.
These funds cover disaster related costs that are above and beyond the city’s ability to recover without state assistance. The assistance is typically for public infrastructure and public works (roads, bridges, public buildings, utilities operated by government) rather than direct payments to private individuals or businesses.
The city has also met the threshold for federal reimbursement consideration under the FEMA Public Assistance program, which provides funding at a 90/10 cost share ratio for eligible projects on public infrastructure that was damaged by the flood event. In addition to reimbursement, FEMA assistance can open the door to additional federal funding opportunities, including hazard mitigation and long-term recovery programs.
RESIDENT AND BUSINESS ASSISTANCE: It is important to recognize that our city has experienced a major disaster resulting in widespread devastation. Unfortunately, it is not likely that a single resource or program will make any individual or business completely whole again, and there will inevitably be some losses that must be personally absorbed.
Residents and business owners are advised to explore all available funding opportunities including community or personal fundraising efforts, to help move forward on the road to recovery. Residents and business owners should also note that the Small Business Administration (SBA) Disaster Loan Program is available under the current disaster declaration. Considering whether to take on debt can be a difficult decision, this program may be the most practical financial option for some. It is better to apply and have the opportunity to accept or decline the loan if approved.
SBA disaster loans feature low interest rates, terms of up to 30 years, and no required payments for the first 12 months, making them one of the most accessible recovery resources available at this time.
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The Business Relief Program, offered through Local First Arizona in partnership with the United Fund of Globe-Miami, will close tomorrow, Friday, October 31.
If you still plan to apply, visit the online portal at localfirstaz.com/busines-relief-grants and get your submission in before the deadline!
If you notice damage or something around Globe that needs the City’s attention resulting from the rains and flooding, such as infrastructure repairs, street hazards, or maintenance issues. We want to hear from you!
You can let us know in one of two ways:
📞 Call (928) 200-5237
🏛️ Or visit City Hall at 150 N. Pine St., Globe, AZ to complete a Public Work Order Request Form.
Your reports help us keep Globe safe, clean, and running smoothly. Thank you for being an extra set of eyes in our community!
After the floods, take a few minutes each week to empty and scrub containers, tires, buckets, toys, and planters.
Let’s #FightTheBite together, Globe! 💧🦟
Learn more about mosquito prevention and protection: azdhs.gov/FightTheBite
Join them for a Layoff Assistance Rapid Response event tomorrow, Tuesday, Oct. 28, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Lee Kornegay Intermediate School Library.
Get help with:
✅ UI Benefits Applications
✅ Arizona Job Connection (AJC)
✅ Resume Building
✅ Interview Skills
🔗 See flyer image for more details.
Check the license:
Online at https://roc.az.gov/
Call the Arizona ROC office at 1-877-692-9762 or 602-542-1525, Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
A MESSAGE FROM MAYOR AL GAMEROS (10-23-2025)
BROAD STREET OPEN: As we move from response to recovery and rebuilding, Our city has suffered tremendous damage and loss in both residential and business areas due to the recent historic flooding. As time passes, the images and emotions from the September flood may begin to fade for those outside our community. But for us, we will not forget. We must continue to share our story, as we move forward with cleanup and rebuilding. Many are still coping with loss, and recovery takes time. By remembering what happened and supporting one another, we honor the strength and resilience that define our city.
After a second round of evaluations by an independent engineer and city staff, Broad Street is now open to through traffic. Several buildings remain fenced off due to structural and safety concerns. These properties require further assessment to determine whether they can be repaired or must be rebuilt. Our main priority is PUBLIC SAFETY. According to Fire Code, a collapse zone must extend one and a half times the height of each building of concern. Please use caution while traveling through these areas, especially where traffic narrows to one lane. Be courteous and patient, with other drivers to help traffic move safely and smoothly.
STATE & FEMA FUNDING UPDATE: City staff continue completing detailed documentation required for state DEMA and FEMA funding submission. This process is essential to ensure eligibility for FEMA assistance once the necessary dollar threshold is reached. While the process has been challenging and, at times, frustrating, I want to thank and commend our administrative staff for their dedication and perseverance. They’ve worked tirelessly, without time off over the past three weeks, for the good of our city. The same gratitude extends to our Fire and Police departments, whose commitment to public safety remains unwavering. It is vital that all required paperwork is submitted accurately and completely to secure maximum reimbursement. Disasters of this magnitude place a tremendous financial strain on city budgets, as recovery funds must be spent before reimbursement, a process that can take months. We are fortunate to have maintained a strong fund balance, which allows us to meet immediate demands.
To our Public Works Department, we appreciate your continued efforts since the flooding. You have been on the front lines addressing ongoing water and sewer line breaks in our aging infrastructure, and your hard work is deeply valued. The job continues daily as new line breaks and challenges emerge.
This week marks a transition for our city Emergency Operations team. The external staff who assisted our city through immediate response and early recovery are concluding their on-site support. From this point forward, city staff will assume full responsibility for ongoing recovery and rebuilding. We extend our sincere thanks and appreciation to the experts who responded in our time of greatest need. Their knowledge and partnership were instrumental in helping our community stabilize and begin the path toward recovery.
BUSINESS AND RESIDENT ASSISTANCE: I encourage all residents and business owners to take advantage of immediate funding opportunities available. Government assistance can take time to process, and help is often needed long before those funds arrive. Please don’t wait, use the resources available now through donations and local programs. For residents: Visit the Salvation Army, 161 E. Cedar Street in Globe to complete the initial questionnaire in person. For businesses, assistance is available online through Local First Arizona, for both immediate and long-term funding opportunities. I also want to encourage continued support of legitimate personal fundraisers that directly help those who have been affected.
SBA LOW INTEREST LOANS: The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced availability of low interest federal disaster loans for businesses, private nonprofits, and residents in Arizona to offset physical and economic losses from the Gila County flooding event September 25-27. Interest rates are 4% for businesses, 3.6% for nonprofits, and 3% for homeowners/renters with terms up to 30 years. Interest does not begin to accrue and payment is not due until 12 months from the first loan disbursement. The SBA issued a disaster declaration in response to a request received from Governor Katie Hobbs. Beginning October 14, 2025, SBA customer service representatives will be on hand at the following Disaster Loan Outreach Center:
Globe-Miami Chamber of Commerce
1360 North Broad Street
Globe, Arizona
OFFICE HOURS
Monday - Friday – 9 am to 4 pm
Several businesses have reopened, and several more are expected to reopen in the coming weeks. Each has faced significant expenses and challenges to reopen so quickly. Your continued support of local businesses will make a tremendous difference in our community’s recovery.
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For your safety, please continue to avoid all creeks in the Globe area until further notice.
Environmental and public health assessments are underway.
We will continue to share updates as new information becomes available.
Access to Haskins and Yuma streets from North Broad Street remains closed to all traffic until non-structural bridge repairs can be made, and safety railings can be installed. Bailey Street at North Broad Street is closed due to safety concerns for structural deficiencies of adjacent buildings.
This phased reopening will allow customers direct access to open businesses and provide flexibility to business owners and sites still under restoration. Additionally, along the 400 block of North Broad Street, you will see fencing around buildings that pose a safety risk to the public.
While in downtown Globe, please watch for work crews, reduce speeds and obey all traffic control signs in the area.
Mold can cause coughing, wheezing, and irritation - especially for those with asthma or allergies.
If you can see or smell mold, you have a problem.
Let’s clean safely and protect our homes and health.
Visit these resources for more information on mold cleanup:
https://www.cdc.gov/mold-health/about/clean-up.html
https://www.epa.gov/mold/mold-cleanup-your-home
https://www.fema.gov/pdf/rebuild/recover/fema_mold_brochure_english.pdf
