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Buckeye declares local state of emergency in response to coronavirus

Posted 3/18/20

Buckeye Mayor Jackie A. Meck issued a proclamation Wednesday declaring a local emergency in response to COVID-19.

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Buckeye declares local state of emergency in response to coronavirus

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Buckeye Mayor Jackie A. Meck issued a proclamation Wednesday declaring a local emergency in response to COVID-19.

Issuing the proclamation allows Mr. Meck to direct the City Manager to take quick action in coordinating emergency operations to manage the spread of COVID-19 and have access to funding without convening a formal Council meeting.

It also lays the groundwork for one of the fastest growing cities in Arizona to be eligible for federal funding reimbursement in the future.

“We’re taking these measures as a precaution to ensure everyone in Buckeye is safe and to properly manage COVID-19,” Mr. Meck stated. “You can rest assured that all essential city services — police, fire, water, sewer and trash service will continue without interruption.”

Buckeye covers a vast array of land, stretching from the Gila River south of Interstate 10 and all the way up to and including Sun City Festival, which is less than 15 minutes from the western edge of Surprise.

Utility customers can conduct business by phone, email or through the customer service portal on the city’s website. Police and Fire personnel have received proper training and appropriate protective equipment when responding to calls.

Parks and Recreation programs, park rentals and services interrupted by this situation will receive a communication from the city discussing options for credit or refunds.  Residents are encouraged to let staff contact them and be patient, as this process will take some time to fully complete.

Residents with library books are encouraged to keep them since they are automatically renewing check outs and fines will be waived until further notice.

Buckeye will continue to follow CDC, state and county recommendations regarding COVID-19, and encourages residents to do the same. Officials urge people to check on family and friends.

Over the past week, Buckeye implemented other safety measures as this situation changed and developed. A complete list of city facilities, programs and events affected by COVID-19 are on the city’s website that is updated continuously.