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Gilbert, Arizona Patch AM: a 5 min read

Greetings Gilbert! We’re your go-to source for what’s happening in town. Read on to get plugged in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How would a $136M school bond change Gilbert campuses and taxes?
  • Who will lead Gilbert through its next phase of growth?
  • How a new Bartlett Dam could reshape Gilbert’s future water security

Also on today's calendar: Artisan's Community Mini-Market and 7 more events.

Today's riddle: Knock-knock! Who’s there? Irish. Irish who? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Cool with clouds and sun, with a high of 78 and low of 58 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Sunny and nice, temps: high: 83, low: 64.
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 92 and low of 67 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

📰 News we're reading

1. Gilbert Public Schools OKs $136M bond, site sale election (eastvalleytribune.com) — Gilbert Public Schools is asking voters this November to approve a $136 million bond and authorize the possible sale of the closed Pioneer Elementary site, decisions that would shape campus repairs, security upgrades, and technology across the district. Leaders say state funding cuts and aging buildings leave a $112 million maintenance backlog, while some board members question whether more school closures or staff cuts could replace a bond.
   

2. Gilbert Town Manager candidates meet the public (eastvalleytribune.com) — Gilbert is in the final stretch of choosing its next town manager, with four finalists—two internal and two external—recently meeting residents at a public open house. Town leaders say they’re seeking someone who can protect Gilbert’s quality of life, manage a tight budget, and guide the community through build-out and future infrastructure challenges.
   

3. Bartlett Dam study takes on new urgency for Mesa and rest of the region (eastvalleytribune.com) — Gilbert is committing hundreds of thousands now and an estimated $80 million starting in 2028 toward a potential expansion of Bartlett Dam, aiming to protect its long‑term water supply from Verde River sediment buildup and Colorado River shortages. Town officials say the project could significantly boost storage capacity and drought resilience, but final costs and allocations will depend on ongoing federal studies and congressional approval.
   

4. Gilbert considers $250,000 plan to expand grass removal rebate program amid Colorado River concerns (abc15.com) — Gilbert leaders are weighing a $250,000 expansion of the town’s non-residential grass removal rebate program to conserve water as Colorado River supplies face growing strain. The plan hinges on a $125,000 federal WaterSMART grant and could fund removal of another 40,000 square feet of grass, a move officials say is critical as nearly 70% of Gilbert’s potable water is used outdoors.
   

5. East Valley Institute of Technology releases some funds to districts suing it (ahwatukee.com) — Gilbert Public Schools is one of nine East Valley districts locked in mediation with the East Valley Institute of Technology over how millions in career and technical education funds are shared. EVIT has now agreed to release some money and keep negotiating, but a judge is watching closely and could move the case back toward court if talks stall.
   

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Gilbert

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Other local events
    Tuesday May 5
  • School Nurses Day
    Islands Gilbert, AZ 85233
    11:00 pm
  • Early Release - 1 Hour (K-12)
    Islands Gilbert, AZ 85233
    11:00 pm
    • Wednesday May 6
  • Toddler Storytime →
    Perry Branch Library Perry Branch
    10:15 am
  • Family Storytime →
    Perry Branch Library Perry Branch
    11:15 am
  • 1st Grade Music Concert
    Towne Meadows Gilbert, AZ 85234
    12:00 pm
  • Library Makers: Craft Your Heart Out! →
    Perry Branch Library Perry Branch
    4:00 pm
  • 5th/6th Strings End of Year Concert
    Burk Gilbert, AZ 85234
    5:00 pm
  • 1st Grade Music Concert
    Towne Meadows Gilbert, AZ 85234
    5:00 pm

📣 Gilbert Shout Outs!

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Tuesday May 5
  • Spice Trip Around the World (This is not an in person program.) →
    Ed Robson Branch Library Ed Robson Branch
    9:00 am
  • Fuel for Finals and Rock Painting
    Paradise Valley Community College Outdoor Northwest of KSC Welcome Center
    10:00 am
  • Therapy Dogs at the Library!
    Glendale Community College LMC-REFERENCE DESK
    10:30 am
  • Choir Concert - Families
    Superstition Springs Mesa, AZ 85209
    1:00 pm

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-- The Patch AM Team

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