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Fire at the top of Mingus Mountain
1/13/2025
There is a current fire located off of 104 near the top of Mingus Mountain approximately 1.5 miles from 89A. As of right now there are no road closures and the Forest Service is on scene managing the fire. Our Fire Department is aware of this.
Reminder: Water and Sewer Rates are increasing as of February 1
1/6/2025
This is a reminder that, in accordance with the rate schedule approved by the Jerome Town Council in December 2023, water and sewer rates will increase as of February 1. You can view the Resolution and rate schedule at https://www.jerome.az.gov/documents/76/663_w_exhibit.pdf.
Avoid freezing pipes!
12/23/2024
Now that winter is upon us, our Public Works department would like to remind you to avoid frozen pipes by leaving a tap dripping whenever temperatures dip below freezing. When it's bitter cold outside, start a drip of water from all faucets served by exposed pipes. Leaving a few faucets running slightly will also relieve pressure inside the pipes and help prevent a rupture in the event that the water inside freezes. Also, a reminder that the Fire Station will act as a warming center on the occasions of bitter cold weather. The Town will put out communication in those instances.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Deputy Chief of Police
12/23/2024
Deputy Chief of Police: The Town of Jerome has an immediate opening for a full-time Deputy Chief of Police. Under the general direction of the Chief of Police, the Deputy Chief of Police performs a variety of skilled administrative tasks and management of the police department.
Hotel Jerome Main Floor Street Level Space Available
12/18/2024
The Town of Jerome has an immediate availability for rental of a commercial retail space at Hotel Jerome – 500 Main Street. The space has Main Street level access, with plenty of windows providing ample amount of natural lighting. The space is ~square in shape and is approximately 806 square feet. The anticipated rental fee will be $1.60-$1.75 / square foot per month, but will be set by the Town Council and may differ based on proposed usage and Town needs.
Upcoming work near Verde Avenue
11/21/2024
ADOT contracted survey crews will be working in the Verde Ave. area Toward the end of this week and next week. This work is for a grant received for the design and engineering of roadway and utility improvements on Verde Ave. There will be no construction at this time nor is any construction imminent. Prior to any construction taking place there will be public meetings and construction would occur no earlier than 2026 and is dependent on a grant award and subsequent funding.
JFD Annual Halloween Dance
8/27/2024
Our Fire Department Auxiliary will be holding its 49th Annual Halloween Dance on Saturday, October 26, under a heated tent next to the Sliding Jail. See poster attached for more information!
JFD Annual Picnic/Firewise Community Day
8/27/2024
Jerome Fire Department Picnic/Firewise community day on Thursday, 9-26-24
Jerome CAT bus service to terminate
8/21/2024
Based on limited numbers of riders, in particular, the very limited number of Jerome resident riders, the Town Council voted to discontinue the CAT bus service upon completion of the two-year PILOT program as of September 30, 2024. Town Council members cited the limited number of riders which adversely impacted the return on the financial investment as the primary reason, along with the desire to utilize the limited Town funds to expand and enhance the Town’s own shuttle service. In the near future the Town will be expanding the shuttle service in an effort to meet the needs of its residents and visitors. More information will be forthcoming regarding the Town’s expanding shuttle service.
Recommendation for emergency calls
7/10/2024
The Town of Jerome Town Council and Public Safety (Police and Fire) recommend all residents, employees and visitors who use cell phones to program in the local police and fire dispatch number into their cell phone and use that when calling in an emergency or non-emergency situation from a cell phone. The phone number for that, which will provide the most expeditious response is: (928) 634-2245. This is a 24-hour line that rings directly to the Town’s dispatch center and will not be hindered by cell phone routing delays like 911 is. Please note that this recommendation is for cell phone users only. Hard wired lines should still dial 911 in case of emergency or the local dispatch number above for non-emergency situations.