Tempe Leadership Class XXV would like to thank the community for all their support. We exceeded our fundraising goal of $25,000 by $6,000. The additional funding will be used for operations and ongoing maintenance of the mobile shower trailer.





We would like to thank all the individuals who donated either through the Working Poor Tax Credit or by purchasing raffle tickets. We would also like to thank Whole Foods Market, Phoenix Suns, D.P. Electric, Inc., Gracie's Thrift, Dave's Electric Brew Pub, Caliente Construction, Inc., Missio Dei Communities, APS, SRP and Representative Harry Mitchell for their monetary or in-kind donations. This project would not be possible without the support of the community. We are very thankful.





Class XXV would like to give special recognition to the Dial Corporation. They provided the dollar amount needed to exceed our fundraising goal and they will be providing the hygiene products for the showers, and even towels. Dial is also wrapping the trailer and has made a long time commitment to sustaining Shower Power as a community amenity. Their commitment to Shower Power is greatly appreciated.

Tuesday, February 23, 2010

We had a fantastic Economic Sustainability Issue Day.  It was a 2-part day.  We started at Historic Hatton Hall where we heard from a number of Tempe City representatives.
 
First we heard from Sheri Wakefield-Saenz from Economic Development.
 
Chris Messer discussed Community Redevelopment.
 

Joe Nucci covered Historic Preservation.
 

And Assistant City Manager Jeff Kulaga addressed Sustainable Development Practices in his inimitable way.
We then shifted location and focus.  We made our way to Changing Hands Bookstore, where we were treated to a tour of the store, and a panel discussion focused on small businesses.  We were fortunate to have a lively and informative panel.  
SHOP LOCAL!  Check out these businesses represented below, and look for ways to support local Tempe businesses. You can click on the business name to get to their respective sites.  You may also check Facebook.



 
Gayle Shanks, Changing Hands Bookstore


Jimmy Davis, Bobbie's Flowers 
 

James Neal, Mill Avenue Farmers Market and Mill Ave Shops
Seen here with Tanya Chavez, City of Tempe and Stephen Sparks, TCAA and Bondi Bear.
You may want to check out Facebook for the Farmers Market

Jason Silberschlag, Cartel Coffee Lab 
 

  
Lauren Kuby, Global Institute of Sustainability at ASU, showing Bondi her new tutu.


 
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