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City of San Luis Council to Conduct Meetings Remotely

San Luis, Arizona — Starting Wednesday, January 26, 2022, City of San Luis council meetings will be held remotely due to the high COVID-19 infection rates.

Earlier today, Mayor Gerardo Sanchez signed a Proclamation suspending the public&...

City of San Luis Senior Center Closure Update

San Luis, Arizona —Due to the continuous rise of positive COVID-19 cases in Yuma County, the City of San Luis Senior Center will remain closed until further notice as a form of precaution. However, the Senior Nutrition Program will continue with...

City Offices Will be Closed in Observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day

San Luis, Arizona — The City of San Luis offices will be closed on Monday, January 17, 2022, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Offices will resume regular business hours on Tuesday, January 18, 2022. Emergency and law enforce...

City of San Luis Senior Center Closed Until Further Notice

San Luis, Arizona — Due to the rise of positive COVID-19 cases in Yuma County, the City of San Luis Senior Center will be closed until further notice as a form of precaution. The decision will be reassessed as the situation progresses. 

I...

City of San Luis Will Continue Its Vaccination Efforts in 2022

San Luis, Arizona — The City of San Luis, in partnership with the Yuma County Public Health Services District (YCPHSD), will be continuing its COVID-19 vaccination efforts throughout 2022. 

Since the vaccine was made available to the publ...

City of San Luis Call to Election

San Luis, Arizona — The City of San Luis will hold the Primary/General Elections as follows:

Offices to be filled:

• One (1) Mayor position set to expire December 2026, currently filled by Gerardo Sanchez.
• Three (3) Council Member positions ...

City Offices Will be Closed in Observance of New Year's Day

San Luis, Arizona — The City of San Luis offices will be closed on Thursday, December 30, 2021, in observance of New Year’s Day. Offices will resume regular business hours on Monday, January 3, 2022. Emergency and law enforcem...

City of San Luis Christmas Tree Recycling Program Begins January 3rd

San Luis, Arizona — The City of San Luis Public Works Department will be conducting its annual Christmas Tree Recycling Collection. The program will run from January 3th, 2022 to February 11th, 2022, Monday to Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to ...

San Luis Río Colorado Customs Port of Entry to Resume 24-Hour Operations

San Luis, Arizona — The San Luis Rio Colorado Customs Port of Entry will reestablish 24-hour operations beginning Monday, December 27, 2021, after months of limited hours for entry into Mexico.

In an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19 between ...

R.L. Jones Breaks Ground for Phase II of Magrino Industrial Park Warehouse

San Luis, Arizona — R.L. Jones Customehouse Brokers Inc. has officially broken ground for Phase II of their Magrino Industrial Park warehouse. Situated on east San Luis and just feet away from the San Luis Commercial Port of Entry II, the new war...

City Offices Will be Closed in Observance of Christmas Day

San Luis, Arizona — The City of San Luis offices will be closed on Thursday, December 23, 2021, in observance of Christmas Day.  Offices will resume regular business hours on Monday, December 27, 2021.  Emergency and l...

City Offices Closed in Observance of Thanksgiving Day

San Luis, Arizona — The City of San Luis offices will be closed on Thursday, November 25, 2021, in observance of Thanksgiving Day.  Offices will resume regular business hours on Monday, November 29, 2021. Emergency and law enforcement s...

City of San Luis Celebrates GIS Day

San Luis, Arizona – The City of San Luis celebrated Geographic Information System (GIS) Day on Wednesday, November 17, 2021, showcasing how geography and the real-world applications of GIS are making a difference in business, government and soci...

City of San Luis Receives Excellence In Financial Reporting Award

San Luis, Arizona – The City of San Luis has been awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) of the United States and Canada, for its Comprehensive Annual Fi...

San Luis Port of Entry I to Receive Remaining Funding for Modernization Project

San Luis, Arizona — The San Luis Port of Entry I will receive approximately $147 million in funding for the Modernization Project.

On Friday, November 5, 2021, the United States House of Representatives passed the Infrastructure Investme...

City Offices Will be Closed In Observance of Veterans Day

San Luis, Arizona — City of San Luis offices will be closed on Thursday, November 11, 2021 in observance of Veterans Day. Offices will resume regular business hours on Monday, November 15, 2021.  Emergency and law enforcement s...

City of San Luis to Recognize Local Veterans

San Luis, Arizona — In honor of Veteran’s Day, the City of San Luis will be recognizing and honoring local veterans who have bravely served in the United States Armed Forces. 

On Veteran’s Day, November 11, 2...

City Offices will be Closed in Observance of Miguel Gonzalez Day

San Luis, Arizona — The City offices will be closed on Monday, October 25, 2021 in observance of Miguel Gonzalez Day. Offices will resume regular business hours on Tuesday, October 26, 2021. Emergency and law enforcement services will remain ava...

City Offices Will Be Closed In Observance of Columbus Day

San Luis, Arizona — The City of San Luis offices will be closed on Monday, October 11^th, 2021 in observance of Columbus Day. Offices will resume regular business hours on Tuesday, October 12^th, 2021. Emergency and law enforcement services will r...

City Hall will be Illuminated Pink and Purple for the Month of October

San Luis, Arizona – For the entirety of October, San Luis City Hall and the San Luis Police Department will be illuminated pink and purple in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

This October, the City o...

Council Member Luis E. Cabrera Appointed to WAEDD Executive Committee

San Luis, Arizona – During the Regular Council Meeting held September 8, 2021, Council Member Luis E. Cabrera was appointed by City Council to serve as the San Luis Representative to the Western Arizona Economic Development District (WAEDD). As ...

Downtown Redevelopment Plan Meeting

San Luis, Arizona – The City of San Luis invites community members and local businesses to participate and offer input for the formation of a Downtown Redevelopment Plan that is responsive to local needs. On Tuesday, September 28, 2021, the meet...

City of San Luis Present at the Arizona League of Cities & Towns 2021 Annual Conference

San Luis, Arizona — Government leaders from across Arizona gathered in Phoenix from August 31^st to September 3^rd, 2021, for the Arizona League of Cities and Towns 2021 Annual Conference.

The Annual Conference is the League’s signature e...

City Hall Illuminated Gold for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

To recognize the determination and bravery of children who battle cancer and bring awareness to Childhood Cancer, the City of San Luis’ City Hall will be illuminated gold throughout September to support children and their families facing this disease.

Acco...

City Offices Will Be Closed In Observance of Labor Day, Monday, September 6th

San Luis, Arizona — The City of San Luis offices will be closed on Monday, September 6^th, 2021 in observance of Labor Day. Offices will resume regular business hours on Tuesday, September 7^h, 2021.  Emergency and law enforcement services...

City of San Luis Senior Center Closed Until Further Notice

San Luis, Arizona — Due to two (2) COVID-19 positive cases, and the rise of positive cases in Yuma County, the City of San Luis Senior Center will be closed effective immediately until further notice.

On Saturday, August 14, 2021, City o...

City of San Luis Continues its COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts

San Luis, Arizona — The City of San Luis, in partnership with the Yuma County Public Health Services District (YCPHSD), will be continuing its COVID-19 vaccination efforts this coming Wednesday, August 18, 2021. 

On Wed...

City of San Luis Community Clean-up Campaign

San Luis, Arizona - Starting Monday, September 13, 2021 through October 29, 2021, the City of San Luis will hold its Annual Community Clean-up Campaign.  

The Community Clean-up Campaign is an annual service for residents to set out bulky...

City Offices Will Be Closed In Observance Of Independence Day

San Luis, Arizona — The City of San Luis offices will be closed on Monday, July 5th, 2021 in observance of Independence Day. Offices will resume regular business hours on Tuesday, July 6^th, 2021. Emergency and law enforcement will remai...

City of San Luis is Now Closer To You Through WhatsApp

San Luis, Arizona – Amongst the many social media platforms that allow residents to interact with the City of San Luis, which include Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, LinkedIn and YouTube (@SanLuisAZGov), we are pleased to inform you that ...

City Offices Will Be Closed In Observance Of Memorial Day

San Luis, Arizona — The City of San Luis offices will be closed on Monday, May 31st, 2021 in observance of Memorial Day. Offices will resume regular business hours on Tuesday, June 1^st., 2021. Emergency and law enforce...

City of San Luis and City of Somerton Join Efforts to Host a South County Vaccination Clinic

San Luis, Arizona —  City of San Luis and City of Somerton join efforts to host a South County Students Vaccination Event. The vaccine administered will be Pfizer.

The two cities are collaborating to ensure South County students ages 16 to 18 are ...

San Luis Is Recognized As The Fourth Safest City In Arizona For 2021

San Luis, Arizona – The City of San Luis is proud to share that it has been recognized as the fourth safest city in Arizona for 2021 by SafeWise. The City of San Luis has earned this special recognition for the past three (3) years.&...

City Administrator Tadeo A. De La Hoya Becomes A Member Of Countywide Broadband Task Force

San Luis, Arizona – City Administrator Tadeo A. de La Hoya, became a member of the newly formed Countywide Broadband Task Force, aimed at bringing considerable broadband improvements to Yuma County. 

The task force includes Yuma...

Council Member Matias Rosales Appointed To Serve on TIPW Policy Committee

San Luis, Arizona – Council Member Matias Rosales has been appointed to serve on the Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Works (TIPW) Policy Committee for the League of Arizona Cities and Towns. TIPW is one of the five (5) League ...

Chief Richard Jessup Appointed To Governor's Commission To Prevent Violence Against Women

San Luis, Arizona – San Luis Police Chief Richard Jessup has been appointed by Arizona Governor Doug Ducey to serve on the Commission to Prevent Violence Against Women. This honorable appointment is given as recognition to outstanding c...

City Offices Will Be Closed In Observance Of Cesar Chavez Day

San Luis, Arizona — The City of San Luis offices will be closed on Wednesday, March 31^st, 2021 in observance of Cesar Chavez Day. Offices will resume regular business hours on Thursday, April 1^st, 2021. Emergency and law enforcement ser...

Mayor Gerardo Sanchez Encourages Precaution, Testing, and Vaccination Due To Increasing Levels

San Luis, Arizona – Mayor Gerardo Sanchez would like to inform residents that since March 15^th, 2021 the University of Arizona Covid-19 Early Warning Sewage Testing Project has been detecting a steady increase of the presence of SARS-Co...

10-Digit Local Dialing Requirement In Arizona To Become Effective

San Luis, Arizona – The City of San Luis will be part of the mandatory 10-digit dialing requirement in Arizona which will become effective on October 24^th, 2021. Implementation of this order applies to all local calls with area codes 48...

San Luis Is Part Of University Of Arizona Covid-19 Early Warning Sewage Testing Pilot Project

San Luis, Arizona – The City of San Luis would like to share with residents that the city is participating in the University of Arizona Covid-19 Early Warning Sewage Testing Pilot Project. This is a community protection and early warnin...

Vice Mayor Matias Rosales Accepts Position As Chairman Of The YMPO Executive Board

San Luis, Arizona – Vice Mayor Matias Rosales accepted the position of Chairman for the Yuma Metropolitan Planning Organization (YMPO), during the February 25th, 2021 YMPO Executive Board Meeting. Vice Mayor Rosales rotated from YMPO Vice-Chair ...

San Luis Vaccination Clinic Event Has Been Rescheduled

San Luis, Arizona – The Yuma County Health Department just informed the City of San Luis Administration that the Covid-19 vaccine shipment will not arrive on time for the anticipated Vaccination Clinic Event that was to be held this Fri...

City Offices Will Be Closed In Observance Of Presidents' Day

San Luis, Arizona — The City of San Luis offices will be closed on Monday, February 15, 2021 in observance of Presidents’ Day. Offices will resume regular business hours on Tuesday, February 16, 2021. Emergency and law enforcement services will r...

Council Member Africa Luna-Carrasco Appointed To Serve On The Colorado River Citizens Forum

San Luis, Arizona – Council Member Africa Luna-Carrasco is one of the nine (9) board members appointed to serve on the Colorado River Citizens Forum (CRCF), by Commissioner Jayne Harkins of the United States Section of the International...

San Luis Has New Residential Growth In 2020

San Luis, Arizona – The City of San Luis would like to report that although 2020 was undeniably a very challenging year, the upward trend for new residential permits remained a constant this past year.

While having to update and change p...

Vice Mayor Matias Rosales Term Ends As Chairman Of The Yuma County Planning And Zoning Commission

San Luis, Arizona — Vice Mayor Matias Rosales term as chairman of the Yuma County Planning and Zoning Commission came to an end this past Tuesday, January 26, 2021. Vice Mayor Rosales was first appointed as chairman on January 29, 2019, and was ...

APS Asks Customers To Voluntarily Conserve Energy Today

Census Drive Up

Need help completing your #2020Census questionnaire?

The City of San Luis will be hosting a Census Drive-Up event on August 28th to help ensure you and your family get counted in the 2020 Census!The Census Drive-Up event will take place on August 28th from...

Free Covid-19 Drive Thru Test (Yuma)

Yuma County, Arizona – The Yuma County Office of Emergency Management today announced that Yuma County and the City of Yuma have partnered with Arizona Department of Emergency and Military Affairs to launch a Free Testing Blitz with the goal of ...

Notice: Paycheck Protection Program has reopened

The Paycheck Protection Program resumed accepting applications July 6, 2020, at 9:00 AM EDT in response to President signing the program’s extension legislation. The new deadline to apply for a Paycheck Protection Program loan is August 8, 2020....

San Luis 2040 General Plan 60 Day Review Underway

San Luis, Arizona — Starting today, February 19, 2020, members from the general public can review the San Luis 2040 General Plan and provide additional input. The 60 day review period closes on April 19, 2020. You can review the document...

City Offices will be Closed in Observance of Presidents' Day

San Luis, Arizona — The City of San Luis offices will be closed on Monday, February 17^th, 2020, in observance of Presidents’ Day. Offices will resume regular business hours on Tuesday, February 18^th, 2020.  Emergency and law enforcement ...

Update on Cesar Chavez Blvd. Bridge Repair

San Luis, Arizona — Today, February 10, 2020, DPE Construction has initiated repair work.

Back on January 17, 2020, the City of San Luis Public Works Department reported that a water line break on Cesar Chavez Blvd., between San Luis Plaza Dr., an...