r/AskPhoenix

Ive been able to pretty successfully commute for jobs around Pheonix. But every morning it seems Im having a near death expierence because drivers do not see or respect the bike lane. Right on red, cars yield. If your turning right and the walk sign is on, you yield. If youre turning on a yellow flash, you have to yield... if the lane says bike lane go to the other one, dont tail me and act like Im in your way? Honestly sad.

Its just such a dumb energy, and Ive even had cars honking at ME for going on my pedestrian light.

Im sorry but this entire city has a dumb energy. Like the sun has cooked the peoples brains. Commuting on a bike has shown me that but its even workplace standards, simple day to day interactions, the working youth seems very slow, and theres a malaise and dirtyness to it all.

I cant wait to get out of here.

AND BEFORE MODS DELETE THIS I HAVE USED GOOGLE AND CALLED AHCCCS THATS WHY I AM POSTING THIS AS NEITHER RESOURCE HAS GIVEN ME INFO TO HELP. I’m desperate for any help or someone who has been through similar. I have auto immune diseases and need help so don’t delete this post.

I’m really confused and hoping someone here has dealt with this before.
I was approved for AHCCCS on August 11. My Health-e-Arizona Plus account/letter says that I’m enrolled, and I received a letter telling me to complete my health plan selection.
The problem is that I cannot log into Health-e-Arizona Plus. I tried the “forgot username” and “forgot password” options, but it won’t accept my information. I also can’t find my AHCCCS ID anywhere. I only have the application ID from my paperwork.
I called the 1-855-432-7587 number today, and they told me they couldn’t even find my information in their system.
So I’m confused because I have documentation saying I was approved/enrolled, but when I call, they can’t find me, and I can’t access my online account.
Has anyone experienced this after being approved? Does it take a while for the AHCCCS enrollment to actually show up in their system? Is there another number or office I should contact to get my AHCCCS ID and health plan information?
I’m especially worried because I received a letter telling me to choose a health plan and I don’t want to miss a deadline because of an account/system issue.

Solo Brit 25 planning to visit here, so far my experiences are Orlando, Tampa and Austin. Both of which were super friendly. I loved the fact that you can approach ppl and ppl invite you to chill with them. Ppl in these states said this dynamic was 'Southern hospitality'. Is this the same in Arizona or will it be different? I'm excited to see how it differs, I am sure it will be friendlier than the UK anyhow lol.

I imagine the sit at the bar and strike conversation with bartenders is a thing in all US states. But interested in what to expect. I've decided to stay in Tempe as its cheap, near the uni and the football stadium. Gonna defo uber to Scottsdale and Blue Martini as I've heard things haha.

So to try and keep things simple: I grew up in Phoenix. Practically raised there. Elementary, Junior High, and High School. And I crash at my friends place in Queen Creek every 4 months to visit. So this isn't just a "I'm moving to Phoenix, tell me where to live" post.

I am very close to getting a job offer that I may take up and come back home. But it's been a decade since I've lived there. Every time I visit, somehow everything is exactly the same but completely different.

Work would be out near Papago Park. Is Tempe still pretty much the same place it was a decade ago when choosing to live in the area. Or would I be better off commuting?

Honestly though, I've lived in CA and DC and am sick of insane commute times. So any insight on where you would live in this situation would be great.

I would prefer to keep rent under $1500 because I'm cheap. My upper bound would really be closer to $2000. Would really rather pocket that difference though.

Thanks in advance!

My dad and I are visiting Phoenix and around to see IndyCar, NASCAR and the sights.

Our current itinerary is something like landing and resting on 9th March (we come from Sweden and the UK, respectively) then hiring at car at 8am on 10th and driving to Grand Canyon. Staying at South Rim that night.

Now's where it gets tricky, though. Being massive fans of Jackson Browne, we'd love to go to Winslow to just take a picture at the Standin' On The Corner monument. But, also loving the typically touristy Forrest Gump views, we'd love to head up to Monument Valley too. But that's a LOT of driving for 11th, right? Our plan would be to leave Grand Canyon Village, drive to Forrest Gump Point, south to Winslow, stay night in Flagstaff (as I'm a stargazing nerd and want to see a proper dark city).

On 12th, leisurely head back towards Phoenix. Then 13th-14th at Phoenix Raceway. Fly out 15th at night.

There's just so much we want to do and really not enough time, I fear. We can only have a week off from our jobs (and I can only afford a week, as I'm paying for my dad on this trip as a kind of "thanks for everything" gift).

I'm used to long drives. Sweden's routes aren't short, as distances are large further north, so that doesn't bother me. And we can split driving.

I'm a huge hiking fan but am willing to let that go this time, as my dad is too chronically injured to walk too much. It will be a lot of driving, and we're fine with that. We don't need to do planned tours or hikes, and I'll get my exercise in hotel gyms instead.

But I'm wary, as we're staying near to the raceway, there's very little time for Phoenix itself.

So, all in all: is this too much? Too tough? Perhaps the wrong focus of the days?

Any tips or prompts for further thoughts appreciated. Thank you.

My daughter and I will be coming in for an event at Chase Field. We will be staying two days. I’m wondering if you experts could give me some advice on where to stay. I would like to be able to park the car at our hotel and then walk to Chase Field. I hear there is a trolley or something that goes along one of the streets that can ake you right to Chase Field is that correct? That would be fun to do. Please give me some recommendations. I see there are several hotels fairly near to the stadium. Thanks guys!

I'm hosting a cultural after-wedding celebration. This celebration is usually 2 days after the wedding and reception. I need a cheap venue preferably in the Phoenix Metro Area. There will be about 80-120 guests (can downsize if needed) and the cheaper the better. I do not care about how it looks at all and this will be in February of next year. I can get tables and chairs for free, I just need at least a 8 hr rental of the space. Anyone know of any places with some cheap rates?

Mainly looking for good food options around the Chandler area or within 10 minutes of there. Also open to any fun festivals or events happening then too. Mainly going to have evenings open. Thanks, I know it's a common request by visitors...

Got pulled over today for going 68 on the 51 (65 speed limit) and ended up getting a ticket. I honestly thought that was pretty normal since most of the traffic around me was going about the same speed. I wasnt really flying or anything, so I was kinda surprised when the officer pulled me over. Is 68 usually enough to get ticketed on the 51 or did I just get unlucky? Anyone else have something like this happen recently? Wondering what my success would be arguging this with the traffic court.

We are in town for a few days and looking for a place to eat and go watch live music downtown. What do yall recommend?

There has been work going on for months now renovating the building interior that used to be LA Fitness. Anybody know what it’s going to be used for?

Been looking for apartments here, was wondering what the average pay is to get a view of the lake and skyline at night,

I’m in town for a conference and I’m looking for somewhere to buy some leather suspenders.

Hi there!

I have a list of projects that I'd like to hire someone to complete, and I'd prefer to support a local business that does good work at a reasonable price.

Tasks include - paint touch-ups, repainting doors, junk removal (hot tub), stucco repair, roof repair and panel replacement for a shed, resealing a concrete countertop, and sealing cracks in driveway cement

Best case scenario would be to bundle the projects with a single contract, but I'm open to working with more than one business if needed.

Thanks in advance for your recommendations!!!

Just curious what current activities are out there for the car enthusiast in the metro. I'm fan of GT racing (IMSA/LeMans/Super GT), but I'm open to other stuff too. Imports, classics, lowriders, etc. Museums, cars & coffee. I'm aware of Nascar track down south. Don't worry, not interested in nonsense like street takeovers. TIA!

Can anyone point me towards a bakery where I could find a Swedish cardamom bun in the PHX area? Thank for the input!

My 50 gallon electric water heater appears to have died, and I need to get a replacement. Recommendations for good companies to call for estimates will be greatly appreciated.

My girlfriend and I are headed to Hawaii in January. We are flying from Madison, WI (MSN) to Phoenix (PHX) on a Saturday, arriving at 8:50PM. We will spend the night and fly to Kona, Hawaii, from Phoenix the next day around noon (all via American Airlines).

What are some decent hotels near the airport that we can stay at? I notice no hotel is connected to the airport, so obviously we would have to leave. Also, anywhere good for maybe a later dinner before bedtime?

Thanks in advance.

We will have a 24 hour layover in Phoenix in early December, arriving around 7am one day and departing around 8am the next day. Suggestions for where to stay that offers day rates or early check-ins? We will have flown overnight so trying to catch a good nap when we get there then something to do in the afternoon and for dinner. Will not be renting a car so will need Uber or other transport. Thanks!