In case you missed our January CNA General Meeting, here is a recap of some of the key topics!

Scheduled Bulk Trash Pickup

Public Works representatives Anamaria Ortega and Eduardo Rodriguez presented on:

• Bulk trash pickup appointments — you can call to request that your pickup be in the alley rather than the street (option is not yet supported during online booking)

• Illegal dumping — reporting illegal dumping helps the city investigate illegal dumping and monitor areas where it's an ongoing issue. 

• • If illegal dumping is in progress call Crime Stop at 602-262-6151 (non-emergencies). ​​

  • Otherwise, contact Public Works at 602-262-6251.

• Household hazardous waste collection — batteries, paint, and chemicals have the potential to catch fire, especially when combined with heat and pressure!

• Other Public Works programs

Gated Alleyway Program

Greg Gonzalez from the Neighborhood Services Department reviewed the Gated Alley Program including:

• Gated Alley Program eligibility requirements

• Request form

• Petition — the completed petition must have the signatures of support from 50% + 1 of the owners of the properties along both sides of the alley. Renters are not eligible to sign the petition of support

CNA Bulk Trash & Alley Survey Results

173 people responded to our bulk trash and alley survey!

• 96% already knew about the scheduled bulk trash program

• 41% had already scheduled a bulk trash pickup

• 60% expressed some level of dissatisfaction

Top 3 concerns with the program:

• Bulk trash is no longer picked up from alleys

• Illegal dumping

• Confusion about rules and timing

Many of these top concerns were addressed by Public Works in the session!

Community Clean-Up January 24th

Come join the CNA and the Miracle Mile Merchants Association for a community clean-up along McDowell Road.

• Saturday, January 24th

• 8:00am-10:00am

• Meet at Firecreek Coffee

Event details

CNA General Meetings

We are following a new meeting format next month featuring:

• Earlier start time

• More social time – before and after

• Less recaps – looping slides of updates before and after

• More focus on guests and community discussion and solving problems together

The next CNA general meeting is:

• February 5th, 2026

• Location: Trellis, 1405 E McDowell Rd

• 6:00pm-6:30pm | Meet and mingle with neighbors, snacks

• 6:30pm-7:30pm | General meeting presentation and guest speakers

• 7:30pm-8:00pm | Open forum and mingling again

You can join the presentation portion via our YouTube live streaming link: https://www.youtube.com/@coronadoneighborhood5449/streams

Big thank you again to our host the last 3 meetings, Authentic EthioAfrican Kitchen, Bar & Cafe!

Thank you for another wonderful year in Coronado! We did so much last year, and are looking forward to a great 2026.

Hope you discover some new ways to engage with your community and get involved below!

2025 Recap by the Numbers

• Had nearly 350 active resident CNA memberships

• Awarded over $2,000 in Giving Program funds

• Received $14,996 in Block Watch Grant funding from the Phoenix Police Department for neighborhood safety and communication initiatives

• Received $3,779 in Phoenix Office of Arts and Culture Community Arts Grant funding for the upcoming 2026 Lotería event

• Hosted over 30 different community events

• Brought over 1,000 visitors to the neighborhood for Home Tour

• Coordinated 11 community street, park and alley clean-ups

• Held 11 general meetings to share community information and hear from guest speakers

• Published 4 issues of the Dispatch Newsletter

CNA Membership Benefits

When you support the CNA, you’re supporting your community and the culture of Coronado. For just $20 a year, you also get some great perks like:

• The Dispatch Newsletter delivered directly to your door
• Access to toolshed equipment
• Chairs, tables, and other rentals for parties
• Ability to request Giving Program funds
• Regular email updates on all things Coronado

Renew your membership today!

The Giving Program

The Giving Program’s goal is to provide those with programming ideas for how to better our neighborhood with financial aid to accomplish their goals and initiatives. Giving Program categories include: Charitable Donations, Arts & Culture, Coronado Kids, and Neighborhood Safety.

2025 funds went to:

• 15th Street Pocket Park upgrades
• Trap, Neuter, Release Program
• Stolen Little Free Library replacement
• Mural Fest
• Emoween

If you are an active CNA member looking to take advantage of the Giving Program, please reach out to: treasurer@thecoronadoneighborhood.com

Learn more about the Giving Program

Community Events

The CNA puts together various big and small events throughout the year to encourage community connection.

Annual CNA events:

• Home Tour
• Loteria
• Coronado Art Crawl
• Community Yard Sale
• Coronado Pool Party
• Halloween Pet Parade and Bike Ride
• Cocoa Social and Holiday Lights Ride

Recurring and Ad Hoc Events:

• Food Truck Friday
• Front Porch / Yard Fridays
• Pancake Breakfast
• Phoenix Art Museum Tour
• CNA Happy Hours
• Pie Club - CNA member proposal
• Pup Cup Meetup - CNA member proposal
• Free Stuff Swap Meet - CNA member proposal

Community-Led Events the CNA Supported / Helped Promote:

• Oak Street Alley Mural Fest
• WayneFest
• Trees Matter Community Planting
• Kidical Mass
• Porch Concerts

If you have an idea for a community event you would like to spearhead or get support promoting, please reach out to info@thecoronadoneighborhood.com

See the full Calendar of Events

Home Tour

The 2025 annual Home Tour included:

• 10 neighborhood home hosts
• 3 local business / organization hosts
• Over 90 street fair vendors
• 8 food trucks

And 2026 is looking to be even better! Mark your calendar for Sunday, February 22nd.

Learn how you can become a Coronado Home Tour host, vendor, sponsor, or volunteer on the CNA website!

Community Clean-Ups

Neighbors came together 11 times this year rain or (sweltering) sunshine to clean up our shared community spaces, including:

• Coronado Park
• Virginia Park
• Oak Street Alley
• Miracle Mile / McDowell Road
• South Coronado / Brill Street
• Hubbell / Palm alleyway

If you have an area that you would like to propose for a clean-up, please reach out to info@thecoronadoneighborhood.com

Community Safety Resources

CNA General Meetings

Every month the CNA invites Coronado residents and business owners to gather, share relevant information, and hear from city officials, subject matter experts, and neighbors. It’s a great way to stay connected with your community and socialize with your neighbors!

We invite you to come in person or view on YouTube!

Coronado Dispatch

We are always looking for new content and contributions to our quarterly community newsletter.

Learn more about how you can get involved on the CNA website!

CNA is asking for your help—not just to gather opinions, but to build a strong, data-driven case for improving bulk trash management, alley conditions, and neighborhood safety in Coronado.

Over the past year, many residents have experienced new challenges related to the City’s shift to a by-appointment bulk trash system, particularly in areas with alley access. We’ve heard concerns about illegal dumping, citations for trash residents didn’t place, and safety issues in alleys—but to advocate effectively, we need more than individual stories.

That’s where this survey comes in.

Take the survey

Why this survey is important

Your responses will help CNA:

• Document real impacts of the current bulk trash system
  
• Identify patterns across the neighborhood (not just isolated experiences)
  
• Understand tradeoffs, including flexibility vs. cleanliness and safety
  
• Assess interest and questions around alley pickup and gated alley options
  

What CNA will do with the results

CNA will compile and share the survey data with:

• City leadership, including Councilwoman Laura Pastor’s office, to support neighborhood-level advocacy
  
• Phoenix Public Works, who manage Bulk Trash pickup and the Gated Alleys program
  
• Phoenix CARES, who work with unhoused populations and help coordinate outreach and support
  
• Our neighborhood, so residents can see the full picture and understand next steps
  

The goal is not to push a single outcome, but to ensure City departments hear clear, community-wide feedback and understand how policies are playing out on the ground in Coronado.

A few important notes

• The survey takes about 5–7 minutes
  
• Responses are shared only in aggregate
  
• All perspectives matter—whether the current system works well for you or not
  

Your participation helps CNA move beyond anecdote and toward solutions that reflect the lived experience of our neighborhood.

Thank you for taking the time to share your voice and for being part of a thoughtful, engaged Coronado community.

With appreciation,

Coronado Neighborhood Association

The City of Phoenix Office of Environmental Programs is excited to announce the continuation of the Backyard Garden Program now called the GardenPHX Program. ​

Selected participants will receive a free garden system, hands-on training, and maintenance and support to grow fresh produce at home. All necessary materials, including seeds, plants, and other supplies, will be available to you at no cost.

Residents of Coronado between 16th St and SR51 and McDowell and Thomas are in an eligible area to apply. Applications are due February 28​​, 2025

The program is a six-month commitment, and participants will be provided with free training and resources on how to grow fresh produce and maintain their garden system. 

For more details including the application links, visit https://www.phoenix.gov/oep/gpp

Our volunteer board of directors has worked hard to build a website that works better for our community. Not only can you find the same resources from our previous website—with a little exploration—we also made sure to showcase the best parts of our neighborhood: the people, places, and unique elements that make Coronado an amazing place to live.

Take a look around and let us know what you think! While this is still a work-in-progress, we want to ensure we're providing the information you need.