Legislative bodies, national
Mesa City Government Building
HistoryWelcome to Mesa! Located in Maricopa County and just 15 miles east of Phoenix, Mesa covers 132 square miles, is the third largest city in Arizona and the 36th largest city in the nation. The City provides the advantages of a thriving metropolis while maintaining the feel of a suburban environment. With dynamic recreational, educational and business opportunities, Mesa enjoys the best in a variety of amenities including parks within easy walking distance from home, a variety of sports facilities that cater to athletes young and old, highly rated golf courses for every skill level, a diversity of special events and community festivals, and Mesa's ever-popular Chicago Cubs and Oakland A's Spring Training baseball.SpecialtiesThe City of Mesa specializes in making Mesa, Arizona a top destination to live, visit, work and play while maintaining a safe, innovative and welcoming environment for everyone.