Police Protection

Police protection is provided by the Payson Police Department under an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Town of Star Valley.

In case of an emergency, dial 9-1-1. For non-emergency calls for service, call 928-474-5177.

The Public Safety & Code Compliance Office cooperates with the Payson Police Department in matters of law enforcement and has responsibility for enforcement of town ordinances other than traffic violations. The office also performs the duties of the Town Code Enforcement.

The Public Safety & Code Compliance Office direct phone number is 928-492-7449.

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Town Vehicle Regulations

It is unlawful to operate an all terrain vehicle, sand buggie, go-cart, trail bike, mini bike, or similar vehicle in, on, and over any wash, common area or area not located on a public street without the permission of the owner. It is also unlawful to operate any motor vehicle, motorcycle, mini-bike, etc., on the streets of the Town without a valid driver's license and proper vehicle license.

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Burning

It is unlawful for any person to ignite, permit to be ignited, or allow or maintain any outdoor fire within the State of Arizona except as provided in A.R.S. 49-501. Burning of garbage, trash, tree trimmings, weeds, stubble, debris or any other combustible substance is prohibited unless an permit has been obtained from the Hellsgate Fire District (928-474-3835) or the U. S. Forest Service.

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Crime Prevention

Your Star Valley Public Safety & Code Compliance Office is dedicated to crime prevention and ensuring a safe environment for Star Valley residents and visitors.  Crime prevention programs, such as Operation Identification, Neighborhood Watch, Business Watch, and Robbery Prevention, Shoplift Prevention, Crime-Free Multi-Housing, and Residential and Commercial Security Surveys, are available upon request.  Let’s all work together with our neighbors and friends to make Star Valley crime-free!  For more information, or to schedule crime prevention services, please call the Public Safety & Code Compliance Office at 928-492-7449.

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Debris

It is the responsibility of the property owner or tenant to keep his property and the adjacent public right-of-way free of debris. It is unlawful to permit the accumulation of rubbish, trash, garbage, junked or inoperable cars, or other accumulation of filth or debris on any property within the limits of the Town. Absentee owners of undeveloped lots or vacant homes should arrange with someone in the area to maintain their property during their absence. Unattended property deteriorates very fast and is a liability to the owner and the neighbors.

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Dogs

Dogs are not permitted at large. Dogs must be vaccinated and properly licensed and registered with the Town. Dogs are not allowed to disturb the peace of neighbors by loud noises at any time of the day or night.

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Door-To-Door Solicitation

The Town has an ordinance prohibiting door-to-door solicitation of sales and contributions without a permit. Any recognized religious, educational, civic or charitable organization may apply for a blanket permit from the Public Safety & Code Compliance Office. Newspaper carriers are exempted from this prohibition. To discourage unwanted callers, we suggest you post "NO TRESPASSING" or "NO SOLICITING" signs.

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Dumping

It is unlawful to deposit any rubbish, glass, waste or construction debris upon the streets or upon private property within the Town. It is also unlawful to dump dirt on the streets of the Town or on private property within the Town without the permission of the owner and a permit from the Town.

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False Burglary/Robbery Alarms

False activation of burglary or robbery alarms creates a drain on police services.  Alarms proven to be false may result in a fine to the property owner and/or a no-response designation for the premises address.  Alarms systems are great aids to crime prevention and criminal apprehension, but they must be used properly and maintained periodically.  For further information on alarm systems or the False Alarm Ordinance, please contact the Public Safety & Code Compliance Office at 928-492-7449.

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Flyers & Handbills

It is unlawful for any person to throw or discard any flyer or handbill on public or private property within the Town including the placement of them on vehicles.

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Littering

It is unlawful to litter or otherwise dispose of trash upon private property or public rights-of-way. If you see people unlawfully dumping, please get a complete description of the driver, kind of vehicle, and license plate if possible.  Report this violation promptly to the Public Safety & Code Compliance Office at 928-492-7449.

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Motorized Skateboards & Motorized Go-Ped Scooters

The Town has an ordinance prohibiting the operation of motorized skateboards or motorized goped scooters on any sidewalk, street, or parking lot within the Town.

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Parking

Vehicles may not be parked on any property other than the owner’s for the purpose of advertising for sale.  Any vehicle left unattended, after being tagged by the police, for more than forty-eight (48) hours is declared to be an abandoned vehicle and may be impounded by the police at the owner’s expense.

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Speed Limits

Speed limits are strictly enforced by radar. Unless posted otherwise, the speed limit on a residential street is 25 miles per hour.  The 45 mph speed limit on SR 260 is enforced by automated photo enforcement sensors and cameras, covering both east-bound and west-bound traffic.  (For further information on the photo enforcement program, click the link to photo enforcement frequently-asked questions on the Town’s homepage.)

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Starthistle

The Yellow Starthistle is defined in state law as a Prohibited and Noxious Weed, and is becoming very plentiful in Star Valley.  Bags for collecting Starthistle plants are available at Town Hall.  Facilities for burning collected plants are available from the U. S. Forest Service; contact the Public Safety & Code Compliance Office for the times, dates, and locations for this service.

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Weapons

It is unlawful to fire, discharge, or shoot any firearm or bow and arrow within the Town limits (with certain specified exceptions).

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Wildlife

Man-wildlife encounters are inevitable as urban developments expand into neighboring wildlife populations. Because most wildlife species are opportunistic, they seek the best and often easiest source of food, water, and cover. In desert areas these vital components are often limited, and the luxurious growth of vegetation we plant and nurture in our yards is highly desirable.

Homeowners may attract wildlife into their yards for viewing and enjoyment, but the homeowner should also be aware of the trade-offs for such enjoyment. A bird feeder in a yard will certainly attract birds for viewing, but it will also attract javelina, skunks, squirrels and others to the seeds scattered about the ground. These animals will generally return as long as food is available. Concentrations of bird life may also attract certain hawks which prey naturally upon smaller birds. Flower and vegetable gardens are often highly prized by javelina, skunks, rodents and others. Palatable ornamental shrubbery is seldom passed up by deer during the dry periods. Tall cultivated trees are widely used by congregating hordes of birds. Firewood, neatly stacked near the house, is a virtual sanctuary for snakes, squirrels, rodents and insects. Bug-zappers draw insects which in turn may draw bats and mammals that feed on insects. The cycle of attraction is often endless.

The Town and the Arizona Game and Fish Department encourage the enjoyment of wildlife in yards or in the outdoors. By using good judgment, many situations and potential problems can be avoided. As homeowners we have certain responsibilities in curtailing nuisance wildlife before it gets out of control. The following list of guidelines may help you to understand and alleviate problems with nuisance wildlife:

• Remove any pet food from outside your house after the pet has been fed.
• Secure garbage containers and eliminate garbage odors.
• Cover fruit trees with mesh netting during fruiting season and remove fallen fruit from the ground.
• Remove dead insects from beneath bug-zappers.
• Clean up birdseed scattered on the ground beneath feeders.
• Fence gardens, flower beds or other similar attractants. Commercial electric fences are effective in protecting gardens from javelina.
• Trim and clean near ground level any shrubbery that provides hiding cover.
• Remove debris and woodpiles from near your home.
• Pen domestic birds in cages with wire or other roofs.
• Keep yards and adjacent areas clean.
• Securely close all entry ways to access beneath trailers or houses.
• Fence yards and keep well maintained at ground level.
• Do not approach or handle wildlife that appears friendly.
• Anticipate stress periods for wildlife during dry periods. Eliminate ground level water supplies.

If problems persist that are not caused by you, check with your neighbors; maybe they are attracting the animals either unintentionally or for a specific purpose.

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