Paul Barnes, long-time president of the Neighborhood Coalition of Greater Phoenix, was lauded for years of service to Phoenix neighborhoods and good city planning policy at a surprise retirement party at the Helen Drake Senior Center, 7600 N. 27th Avenue. Nearly 100 neighborhood advocates and city officials and employees attended the August 30 event.
Here Mayor Greg Stanton and Members of Council, Michael Johnson and Daniel Valenzuela, share their stories about Paul and his dedication, hard work, and positive impact on our city.
Downtown Voices Coalition 