🚨 PUBLIC SAFETY UPDATE 🚨
The closure area has been expanded. Pine Street is now closed from Mesquite to Oak, and Veterans Park remains closed.
Please avoid the area and follow directions from law enforcement. Updates will be shared as available.
🚨 PUBLIC SAFETY UPDATE 🚨
Pine Street & Veterans Park Remain Closed
The Pine Street area between Oak Street and Cedar Street and Veterans Park will remain closed at this time. The munitions involved have not yet been deemed safe.
Out of an abundance of caution, the restricted area will stay in place while Air Force Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) is responding to take possession of the munitions and ensure they are handled safely.
🚓 Please remember:
• Avoid the affected area
• Follow all directions from law enforcement and emergency personnel
• Do not attempt to enter closed or restricted zones
We appreciate the community’s continued cooperation and patience. Updates will be shared through official City of Globe communication channels as information becomes available.
Join Mayor Al Gameros for an informal “Coffee with the Mayor” conversation at Copper Cities Coffee this Wednesday, December 17th, at 1:00 PM. This is a relaxed chance to ask questions, share ideas, and learn more about what is happening in Globe. Bring your thoughts, your curiosity, and a friend. ☕💬
🚨 PUBLIC SAFETY NOTICE – IMMEDIATE ALERT 🚨
Evacuations and Road Closures in Effect – Pine Street from Oak Street to Cedar Street Area and Veteran's Park.
Out of an abundance of caution, evacuations are currently in place for Pine Street and surrounding areas. Pine Street and Veterans Park are closed until further notice.
This action is being taken after World War II-era hand grenades were turned in to the Globe Police Department. Safety is our top priority, and these measures are necessary to ensure the protection of residents, visitors, and first responders.
🚓 What to Know:
• Please avoid the Pine Street area and Veterans Park
• Follow all instructions from law enforcement and emergency personnel
• Do not attempt to enter restricted areas
• Updates will be shared as more information becomes available
We appreciate the community’s cooperation and patience as our police and emergency teams work swiftly and carefully to address this situation.
Further updates will be provided through official City of Globe communication channels.
Public Safety Notice - Work Activity Near 410 N. Broad St.
Work will take place starting Thursday morning in the area of the 410 Building on North Broad Street to address and mitigate immediate hazards in this area - allowing the reopening of the Southbound Lane of Broad Street. Crews will be active in the surrounding areas, including on Broad Street and will be using the Public Parking Lot off of Bailey Street as a staging area.
Please use caution when traveling in this area and follow any posted signage or direction from work crews.
Work will take place starting Thursday morning in the area of the 410 Building on North Broad Street to address and mitigate immediate hazards in this area - allowing the reopening of the Southbound Lane of Broad Street. Crews will be active in the surrounding areas, including on Broad Street and will be using the Public Parking Lot off of Bailey Street as a staging area.
Please use caution when traveling in this area and follow any posted signage or direction from work crews.
Join University of Arizona Climate Extension Specialist Dr. Mike Crimmins to learn about the meteorologic conditions and rain events that led to the catastrophic flooding in Globe-Miami in 2025.
The presentation will include focus on the unique storm dynamics that produced record rainfall, as well as the broader climate context shaping extremes in the desert Southwest.
Globe/Miami Flooding Event of September 2025: Weather and Climate Overview
When: 11 a.m. – Noon, Dec. 2, 2025
Where: Join on Zoom : https://extension.arizona.edu/events/globemiami-flooding-event-september-2025-weather-and-climate-overview
Mike Crimmins is on the faculty of the Department of Environmental Science at the University of Arizona and is an Extension Specialist in Climate Science for Arizona Cooperative Extension. He has been in this role since 2005 working with ranchers, farmers and natural resource managers across Arizona to integrate climate information in their planning and decision making and assisting them in developing strategies to adapt to a changing climate. Find more information on his program at https://cales.arizona.edu/climate/.
The presentation will include focus on the unique storm dynamics that produced record rainfall, as well as the broader climate context shaping extremes in the desert Southwest.
Globe/Miami Flooding Event of September 2025: Weather and Climate Overview
When: 11 a.m. – Noon, Dec. 2, 2025
Where: Join on Zoom : https://extension.arizona.edu/events/globemiami-flooding-event-september-2025-weather-and-climate-overview
Mike Crimmins is on the faculty of the Department of Environmental Science at the University of Arizona and is an Extension Specialist in Climate Science for Arizona Cooperative Extension. He has been in this role since 2005 working with ranchers, farmers and natural resource managers across Arizona to integrate climate information in their planning and decision making and assisting them in developing strategies to adapt to a changing climate. Find more information on his program at https://cales.arizona.edu/climate/.
Please join us for a very special presentation. Dirk Van Leenen is the author of three books about World War II in the Netherlands.
Happy Thanksgiving!
The City of Globe will be Closed Thursday, November 27th and Friday, November 28th for Thanksgiving.
We will be open as usual on Monday December 1st.
Have a warm and joyful Thanksgiving holiday!
The City of Globe will be Closed Thursday, November 27th and Friday, November 28th for Thanksgiving.
We will be open as usual on Monday December 1st.
Have a warm and joyful Thanksgiving holiday!
Waste Connections of AZ - Holiday Schedule! 🗑️🎄
WCofAZ observes four (4) Holidays throughout the year and will NOT be providing collection service on these Holidays.
If your service day falls on a "no service" holiday, listed below, then you will receive service the following day. The rest of the week following the holiday is also pushed back one day, with Friday’s customers being serviced on Saturday.
Thanksgiving: No service Thursday, November 27th
Christmas: No service Thursday, December 25th
New Year Day: No Service Thursday, January 1st
Holidays such as Memorial Day, Labor Day, MLK Day, Presidents Day and Veterans Day are not affected. Please set your bins out on regular day of service.
🔥 Training for Safety. Serving with Heart. 🔥
Our Globe Fire Department continued their commitment to keeping our community safe by practicing bailout techniques; critical skills for exiting dangerous or rapidly changing environments.
This hands-on training covered both self-extrication and assisted extrication/rescue, ensuring our firefighters are ready for any scenario they may face. Their dedication to staying sharp, learning continuously, and putting in the hard work is one of the many reasons our community is in good hands.
📸 Check out some behind-the-scenes photos from their training session!
Let’s take a moment to appreciate the men and women who go the extra mile to protect us, day in and day out. ❤️🚒
Our Globe Fire Department continued their commitment to keeping our community safe by practicing bailout techniques; critical skills for exiting dangerous or rapidly changing environments.
This hands-on training covered both self-extrication and assisted extrication/rescue, ensuring our firefighters are ready for any scenario they may face. Their dedication to staying sharp, learning continuously, and putting in the hard work is one of the many reasons our community is in good hands.
📸 Check out some behind-the-scenes photos from their training session!
Let’s take a moment to appreciate the men and women who go the extra mile to protect us, day in and day out. ❤️🚒
Got plans for Saturday, December 6th?
Join our local heroes for "Tip-a-Hero" at Judy's Cookhouse! 5 - 8 PM
All tips and raffle proceeds go to Christmas gifts for families in need.
Make it a full night by heading over to the Besh Ba Gowah Festival of Lights after dinner!
Join our local heroes for "Tip-a-Hero" at Judy's Cookhouse! 5 - 8 PM
All tips and raffle proceeds go to Christmas gifts for families in need.
Make it a full night by heading over to the Besh Ba Gowah Festival of Lights after dinner!
PSA: Yuma Bridge Access
Yuma Bridge has been temporarily reopened. Additional work will be required to repair the sidewalk.
Please take it slow, follow posted signs, and use extra care when crossing the narrow bridge.
Yuma Bridge has been temporarily reopened. Additional work will be required to repair the sidewalk.
Please take it slow, follow posted signs, and use extra care when crossing the narrow bridge.
Coffee with the Mayor ☕
Join Mayor Al Gameros for casual conversation and community updates:
📅 Wednesday, November 19
🕐 1:00 p.m.
📍 Copper Cities Coffee
Stop by, grab a drink, and share your questions, ideas, or concerns. No RSVP needed.
Join Mayor Al Gameros for casual conversation and community updates:
📅 Wednesday, November 19
🕐 1:00 p.m.
📍 Copper Cities Coffee
Stop by, grab a drink, and share your questions, ideas, or concerns. No RSVP needed.
PSA from Arizona Department of Transportation
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
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
Planning & Zoning Meetings are Back to Regularly Scheduled Meetings
Tomorrow, November 12th at 6 PM
📍 Globe City Hall – 150 N. Pine Street
📄 Agenda: View here 👇
https://destinyhosted.com/agenda_publish.cfm?id=45623&mt=ALL&vl=true&get_month=11&get_year=2025&dsp=ag&seq=1572
This Meeting's Agenda:
A. Consideration to approve the August 14, 2025 meeting minutes.
B. Presentation & discussion of parking lot paving standards and alternatives and possible initiation of a zoning text amendment. (Presenter: Dana Burkhardt)
C. Presentation & discussion of the Home Occupation Zoning Code and possible initiation of a zoning text amendment. (Presenter: Dana Burkhardt)
2. Future agenda items and scheduling of meetings.
How to Participate
• Attend in person and share comments during the meeting, or
• Email your comments to zoning@globeaz.gov to be included in the record.
🚨 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.
Silver King Building update.
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
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
Temporary Department Closures Today
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
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
GLOBE GARBAGE SERVICE
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.
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.
Understanding Structure Assessment Tags
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.
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.
