Phoenix City Hall installs chilled water fountains to enhance public access

May 07, 2025 | Phoenix, Maricopa County, Arizona

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Phoenix City Hall is making strides to enhance public health and accessibility with the introduction of outdoor drinking fountains featuring chilled water. This initiative, which addresses residents' concerns about access to cold drinking water, will see two fountains installed in key locations: Cesar Chavez Plaza and Marvin A. Andrews Plaza. Each fountain is equipped with a chiller, ADA accessibility, heat-resistant buttons, and a bottle filler, ensuring that residents can enjoy cold water year-round.

City officials emphasized that this project is just the beginning, with plans to expand the availability of chilled drinking water across Phoenix. The initiative is backed by extensive research from the Phoenix Office of Innovation, which analyzed public surveys and health data to determine the best locations and designs for the fountains. The city is collaborating with Downtown Phoenix Inc. to maintain the fountains and promote their use.
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In addition to the drinking fountains, the meeting highlighted the historical significance of the Sun Mercantile Building, a landmark in Phoenix's Warehouse District. Built in 1929 by Xing Tang, the first Chinese-born businessman in the city, the building is a testament to the area's rich cultural heritage and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

City leaders also discussed the importance of developing a resilient food system in Phoenix, which has roots in agriculture and aims to address food insecurity. The Phoenix Food Action Plan, initiated in 2017, seeks to tackle challenges faced by families struggling to access nutritious food.

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These discussions reflect Phoenix's commitment to improving public amenities and addressing community needs, setting the stage for future developments that prioritize health and sustainability.

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