Kevin Sartor: Mayor Newsletter — April 2025

Surprise Mayor Kevin Sartor.

Courtesy city of Surprise

Spring is in full swing, and we’ve been making great strides on key initiatives that will shape the future of Surprise. The budget process is nearing completion, ensuring that our city remains financially strong while investing in essential services and infrastructure. At the same time, we continue working on our new strategic plan, a blueprint for long-term growth and success. 

None of this would be possible without the dedication of our City staff, whose hard work brings these plans to life. I appreciate their commitment, along with the support of our residents. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to push forward, building a stronger Surprise together.

MARCH HIGHLIGHTS

A look back at some of the events I attended in March.

• District 3, District 5 & District 6 Joint Community Meeting
• Small Business All Stars Spring Training Event
• Actors PLAYground Theater Company Ribbon Cutting
• Read Across America School Readings
• Emergency Management Summit
• Surprise Stadium Hall of Fame Inductee Ceremony
• National League of Cities in Washington D.C.
• Litchfield Road Clean Up Event
• Verizon Wireless Ribbon Cutting
• Education Appreciation Spring Training Event
• Fire Station 305 Ride-Along
• Paradise Honors Literacy Challenge Trophy Presentation
• Luke West Valley Council Meeting
• Spring Training Event with SimonCRE
• Out of the Park Music Fest
• Boards and Commissions Appreciation Dinner
• West Valley Mayors’ Dinner
• McDonald’s Grand Opening Event
• Surprise Fire Accreditation Ceremony

MAYOR ATTENDED MEETINGS & EVENTS

Below is a list of meetings and events I will be attending this month. I would love the opportunity to meet you and hope to see you there as well!

• Surprise Vet Fest: Saturday, April 12, at 5 p.m. | Mark Coronado Park, 15960 N. Bullard Ave.
• City Council Meeting: April 15, at 6 p.m. | Surprise City Council Chambers
• Eggstravaganza: Friday, April 18, at 5 p.m. | Surprise Stadium, 15850 N. Bullard Ave.
• State of the City: Thursday, April 24, at 6 p.m. | Surprise City Council Chambers 

For complete event details and more City events and updates, check out surpriseaz.gov.