Creating a walkable community on 27th Ave
Focused on creating strategic partnerships and collaborations to bring transformation to our community.
By focusing on safety, restoration, and redevelopment, we want to address the top concerns for 27th Ave and, together, create tangible solutions over the next 5 years.
What Our Community Leaders Have to Say
“GCU has actively worked with the City of Phoenix Police for many years and invested millions of dollars into initiatives to improve safety on behalf of our neighborhood. The 27th Avenue corridor, in particular, is a primary focus given the large number of K-12 schools and residences that are exposed to crime in that area. Establishing this new 27th Avenue Collaborative has synchronized efforts of schools, businesses and neighborhood associations that are transforming the area into a safe and thriving residential, education and business community.”
Brian Mueller, Grand Canyon University President
“The safety and quality of life along the 27th Avenue corridor is a top priority for the City of Phoenix. The 27th Avenue Community Safety Plan’s vision of a safer community relies on collaborative partnerships, such as 27Collab, to assist the City in creating and maintaining safe public spaces. The City of Phoenix is excited for the future of the 27th Ave. Corridor and the work of 27Collab.”
Gina Montes, Deputy City Manager
“As the former chair of the Public Safety and Justice Subcommittee and current chair of the Economic Development and Housing Subcommittee, I fully understand the importance of revitalizing the 27th Ave. Corridor and making it safer through strategic partnerships and initiatives like the 27th Avenue Community Safety Plan. Working collaboratively with partners like 27Collab, I’m excited to roll my sleeves up and get to work making the 27th Avenue a point of pride for the City!”
Ann O’Brien, Councilwoman, District 1
“Since my first days as a councilwoman, meeting with residents about the challenges facing the corridor, until now where we have worked together with the community to bring millions of dollars of investment to the area — I am as committed as ever to the success of the 27th Avenue Community Safety Plan and transformational change to the area. With every project coming to the corridor, like Innovation 27, the new state-of-the-art education hub; the two major senior housing projects underway; and the newly opened Real Time Operations Center at the Cactus Park Police Precinct and others, the momentum is palpable. The introduction of the 27Collab adds another important layer of support for our community, and we are so grateful for the partnership.”
Betty Guardado, Councilwoman, District 5
“The foundation of any successful public safety collaboration is rooted in the engagement of its community and business partners. By embracing a variety of strategies and working together, we can make positive, meaningful change in our neighborhoods.”
Lt. Scott Cain, Phoenix PD, Cactus Park Precinct
“I am proud to support 27Collab, which is setting the foundation for a brighter future along the 27th Ave. Corridor. By bringing together residents, businesses and educators, we are creating a community that is safe and welcoming, and one that thrives with vibrant retail, sustainable housing and top-tier education. This effort reflects the City of Phoenix’s commitment to ensuring that every neighborhood in our city is a place where families can grow, businesses can succeed and students can excel.”
Laura Pastor, Councilwoman, District 4