Del Norte Place Historical Neighborhood - The Heart of the Park - Established 1927
FAA Flight "modification"?
Stacking flight paths and shortening their path routes will bring back the noise pollution we experienced from 2014 to 2017, when the FAA illegally and arbitrarily changed them to help reduce fuel costs for airlines. If you weren't here for that, you have no idea how disruptive it is to residential neighborhoods. THEY ARE TRYING TO LEGALLY CHANGE THIS SO THIS IS OUR ONLY CHANCE TO...
LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD
If you value what is left of your constitutional rights to speak out about the best ways to manage and legislate our communities of all sizes, you must stand up, be active, and get your voice heard before it is drowned out by the noise of constant jet traffic, among other things to boot.
The City of Phoenix is committed to helping residents connect with food assistance and nutrition resources. If you or someone you know is experiencing food insecurity, there are programs and community partners available to help ensure access to healthy and affordable food options.
CLICK HERE FOR HELP
We welcome another year in the Valley of the Sun and into 2026, our 99th year as a neighborhood development... a reminder that you’re never too old to grow and get better. We look forward to our 100th anniversary coming soon in April of 2027. We are a small residence historic community, always welcoming volunteers to assist in serving the projects that make Del Norte Place an active and welcoming neighborhood to be proud of. One person can make a difference and everyone should try. We encourage everyone to help in contributing toward our special celebration...
The Current Effects of the
Middle Housing Bill,
HB 2721,
on the Phoenix Historic Districts
Here's the gloss over below:
A bill set to take effect on January 1st, 2026... we have an amendment to this bill which would provided exemption to historic designated districts and those qualified homes in these districts. THIS MEANS MOST OF US IN THE HISTORIC ENCANTO VILLAGE. We need your outpouring of support to push this amendment. With large support from homeowners, we can save an honorable place in history for Phoenix urban residency.
Very important information
for us to read ...and get up to speed...
or we may get run over!
What to Know About HB 2721 .pdf
Del Norte Place Neighborhood Association Meetings are now being held at the Boat House just south of the Encanto Clubhouse.
NEXT FULL MEETING:
WEDNESDAY, MAY 20TH, 2026
MEETING MINUTES
The Encanto Park Boathouse was completed in 1936 with architectural design by Lescher and Mahoney, and Peper Construction Company. The boathouse was built as a concession for paddle boats and canoes. The Encanto Park lagoon was the first recreational water feature developed in a local public park in Phoenix.
The architectural style is Spanish Mission Period Revival and was a Public Works Administration depression era project.
Del Norte Place has been granted approval to use the Encanto Boat House as an alternative location for our Association Meetings courtesy of Phoenix Parks and Recreation. It is also s nice place at zero expense. AND CLOSER TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD. With its proximity within walking distance, we look forward to using the Boat House as well.
DNPNA officers for the next two year service term of 2025-2026 are:
President - Tim Smith
Vice President - Kenny Young
Secretary - Michele Smith
Treasurer - Open For Volunteer
(Appointment TBD)
Promoting Pride For Our Neighborhood
Items are available if you would like one
Attend our meetings, volunteer for events.
Let's move together!
We welcome another year in the Valley of the Sun and into 2026, our 99th year as a neighborhood development... a reminder that you’re never too old to grow and get better. We look forward to our 100th anniversary coming soon in April of 2027. We are a small residence historic community, always welcoming volunteers to assist in serving the projects that make Del Norte Place an active and welcoming neighborhood to be proud of. One person can make a difference and everyone should try. We you all will include your help in contributing to our special celebration...
For Del Norte Place residents only, the city of Phoenix
IS PICKING UP
bulk trash
IN THE ALLEY... REMINDER....
BULK TRASH IS TO BE PLACED IN THE ALLEY BEHIND YOUR PROPERTY.
YOU MUST PERSONALLY SCHEDULE YOUR OWN PICKUP. Click on the button below to schedule:
District 4 Neighborhood News from City Council Woman Laura Pastor
Promoting Pride For Our Neighborhood
Items are available if you would like one
Attend our meetings, volunteer for events.
Let's move together!
More Breaking News...
Our 2025 Block Watch Grant has been approved for designated appropriations.
Neighbors....click below
to see how far we can go.
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@delnorteplacephx
Water Conservation Committee News:
Phoenix approves overhaul of water
standards for new construction amid
water shortages
Last year's February 2024 Del Norte Place Neighborhood Newsletter is here....
Our new spring edition is coming any day now.... this past info is always still relevant...read all about it!
Del Norte News February 2024 Final Draft v3.pdfNews you can use,
in and around the Heart of the Park...
Thank you, from your DNPNA Steering Committee elected officers:
Tim Smith, Michele Smith and Kenny Young
DNPNA - IRS 501(c)(3) Approval Letter [DNPNA Employer ID 92-2185582.pdfMore Good News!
As of April 19th, 2023 we are officially recognized by the IRS as a private foundation, granting exemption from federal income tax under Internal Revenue Code (IRC) Section 501(c)(3). Donors can deduct contributions they make to Del Norte Place Neighborhood Association (DNPNA) under IRC Section 170. We also are now qualified to receive tax deductible bequests, devises, transfers or gifts under Section 2055, 2106, or 2522.
We hit the ground running with 2 fund raisers over the weekend with our Earth Day Neighborhood Plant Sale on April 22nd, and our assisting Abby Guiver with her estate sale on the same weekend. Abby was very generous to donate 50% of sale proceeds to the Del Norte Place Neighborhood Association. These two events grossed us just over $1,800! All those who donated and those who purchased from the plant sale can opt to claim charitable donation status on your contributions and purchase as is listed within the IRS guidelines. We are so grateful to all of our neighbors and those who have provided patronage for our events. We continue to move onward and upward as we anticipate future events for the benefit of our historic 96 year old neighborhood.
Inspiration and compassion comes and goes, and the better it flows when we detach from our egos...
“You have two hands. One to help yourself, the second to help others.” Audrey Hepburn
“Our rewards in life will always be in direct ratio to our service.” Earl Nightingale
“Give your hands to serve, and your hearts to love.” Mother Teresa
Solar Alley Lighting Project, fully funded by our Block Watch Grant
We are looking for resident neighbors who feel their back alley lighting situation could use some illumination. We have discovered a smart solar lighting panel that is fully independent of external energy requirments (a.i. no plugs or electric power required). At dusk it turns on a dim 100 lumens level which will be tripped by motion for 30 seconds to a much brighter 1000 lumens. After testing, we feel it offers a great option in lighting with minimal intrusion of continual brightness, since it dims to nominal but noticeable "stand by mode" when there is no activity to trip the motion detector. We have found a nice looking and substantial set up with a 10 foot steel pole (needs paint protection) that can be sleeved or permanently cemented into the ground, inside the back properly line (wall or fence) of a home. The height would insure very limited susceptibility to vandalism. The pole could also be planted in a substantive outdoor umbrella stand that gives the light set up more flexibility in usage... the steel pole and light themselves are very stable from wind issues, which would allow the option us using a weighted stand, as mentioned, for alternating locations or even sharing among neighbors. This is available at NO COST to anyone interested in getting one of the 8 remaining test lights.
100 Lumens
(Let there be peace...)
1000 Lumens....
(Let there be light!)
