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Maricopa County Board of Supervisors on June 26 approved funding to improve the public facilities housing the Mesa’s Firefighter Memorial, Historical Society, and i.d.e.a. Museum.
“These three facilities and gathering spaces honor our first responders, educate our youth, and instill community pride,” said Thomas Galvin, VP of the Maricopa Board of Supervisors, in pursuit of re-election this election season.
“They highlight the city’s rich history to inspire future generations and introduce them to the wonders of the wider world. Through this investment, Maricopa County is enhancing quality of life for Mesa residents and the East Valley region.”
The Maricopa Board of Supervisors is contributing $100,000 towards the cost of renovations for the Firefighter Memorial, $50,000 towards replacing six A/C units for the Mesa Historical Society’s auditorium renovation, and $200,000 towards various interactive exhibit updates at the Mesa i.d.e.a. Museum, according to a press release.
“This is a significant investment in improvements at some of Mesa’s most beloved community spaces,” said Mesa Mayor John Giles, in a prepared statement. “I am deeply grateful to the board for their commitment to our city and would like to thank Vice Chairman Galvin for spearheading this effort. I look forward to seeing Mesa residents and visitors enjoy these renovations when they are completed.”
The improvements are being funded using $350,000 of Maricopa County community solutions funding.
