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Partnership Addresses Doctor/Nurse Shortage

Maricopa County and Creighton University are working together to address a major challenge to the region’s prosperity and well-being: the growing shortage of doctors and nurses.

The Maricopa County Industrial Development Authority (IDA), backed b...

Board of Supervisors Approves Daisy Mountain/New River Area Plan

Rural living has a place in the Maricopa County of the future.  That’s the takeaway from the Daisy Mountain/New River Area Plan approved this week by the Board of Supervisors.

In addition to more than 20 cities and towns, Maricopa County is also h...

Board of Supervisors Appoints North Mesa Justice of the Peace

Today the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors appointed a new Justice of the Peace for the North Mesa Judicial Precinct. Kyle Jones comes to the job with plenty of experience serving Maricopa County Justice Courts.  He has served the North Mesa ...

New Affordable Housing in Tempe

The newest affordable housing complex in Maricopa County is already transforming lives.

River at Eastline Village is a 56-unit affordable housing community at River Road and Apache Boulevard in Tempe located near light rail and bus routes.

Esperito Gonzalez...

Board Appoints Acting Administrator of Assessor’s Office

The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors has appointed an acting administrator to oversee the Assessor’s Office.  Bill Wiley is an experienced leader with deep knowledge of Maricopa County.  He most recently served as Chief Eng...

Board of Supervisors Suspends Assessor Paul Petersen

The Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to place Assessor Paul Petersen on unpaid suspension for a period of 120 days pursuant to ARS 11-664.  According to the motion approved by the Board, "Mr. Petersen's failure to meaningfully oversee ...

Board Approves Elections Operations Agreement

On October 23, 2019, the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a new elections operations agreement, which outlines specific ways the Board of Supervisors and Recorder’s Office will share responsibilities for planning and exe...

Update: Board to Consider Suspension of Assessor Paul Petersen

The Board of Supervisors gave notice to Assessor Paul Petersen that there will be a public meeting on Monday, October 28 to consider suspending him without pay.

State law gives the Board of Supervisors the authority to suspend a county assessor or treasure...

County Diversion Program Helps Seriously Mentally Ill Lower Risk to Return to Jail

An innovative program to get low risk offenders with serious mental health needs out of the county jail system and connected with services is showing strong signs of success.

Maricopa County justice system stakeholders including Correctional Health Service...

Update: Internal Auditors to Look at Petersen Case

The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors is closely following the federal and state investigations into County Assessor Paul Petersen. Out of an abundance of caution, Chairman Bill Gates asked for an internal audit of the Assessor’s Office to determine if...

Board Issues Statement Regarding Assessor Petersen

On October 10, 2019, the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors issued the following statement regarding Assessor Paul Petersen:

"Due to the serious nature of these allegations and out of respect for the Maricopa County Assessor's Office, each member of...

Monsoon 2019 Wrap: One Tornado, But Not Much Rain

Monsoon 2019 was drier than normal but that didn’t mean it was uneventful. A storm on September 23 brought about 40% of the total rainfall for the season and included a tornado that touched down briefly in New River.

The Flood Control District of Maricopa ...

Healthy Giving Campaign Kick-Off

This week, community leaders came together to announce a new partnership and next steps for an important initiative helping fight homelessness in Maricopa County.

Thanks to a new partnership with Clear Channel Outdoor Americas, led by Phoenix Councilwoman ...

Allister Adel Appointed Maricopa County Attorney

For the first time in Maricopa County history, a woman will serve as the county’s chief prosecutor.  Allister Adel was sworn into office this morning after a unanimous vote of the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors, appointing her as ...

New County Attorney Could Be Appointed This Week

PHOENIX, Ariz. – October 1, 2019 – The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors will look to appoint a new County Attorney this week, less than a month after officially accepting Bill Montgomery’s resignation.

Here is the timeline of events:

Tuesday, O...

Board Accepting Applications for North Mesa JP Vacancy

The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors is seeking applicants for Justice of the Peace in the North Mesa Judicial Precinct. Judge Cecil P. Ash, who has served in that position for six and a half years, is retiring effective September 30, 2019.

Per state l...

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

Watch Chairman Gates and Supervisor Hickman’s message about Suicide Prevention Awareness Month.

Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the United States and, on average, one Arizonan will commit suicide every seven hours, accordin...

Maricopa County Unveils Redesigned Website, Focused on Resident Experience

There’s a new and improved way to “get it done” with Maricopa County. The County’s redesigned website, Maricopa.gov, delivers an improved mobile experience, streamlined content and navigation, and a more effective search bar, powered by Google. The site s...

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Just last year, there were at least 85 deaths as a result of domestic violence in Arizona. Approximately 60% of those happened in Maricopa County, according to the Arizona Coalition to End Sexual and Domestic Violence.

Maricopa County’s Board of ...

County Attorney Vacancy: Board Appoints Seven to Citizen Advisory Committee

The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors approved members of a seven-person citizen committee that will screen applicants for the vacant county attorney position and make recommendations.  Committee members include community leaders, attorneys, a...

Board of Supervisors Outlines Process for Filling County Attorney Vacancy

The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors is now accepting applications for County Attorney. Today the Board officially accepted the resignation of Bill Montgomery and set forth a process for filling the vacancy.

State law assigns the Board of Supervisors r...

New Justice of the Peace Appointed

PHOENIX – Today the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors appointed a new Justice of the Peace for the McDowell Mountain Precinct.  Michele Reagan was chosen to fill a position that involves resolving criminal complaints and a variety of...

Award-Winning County Program Addresses Link Between HIV Suppression, Stable Housing

There are more than 18,000 people in Arizona who have been diagnosed with HIV according to the Arizona Department of Health Services.  Montez Shelby is hoping to be one of the success stories, thanks to an award-winning Maricopa County program.

&a...

Maricopa County Invests in Homelessness Solutions

Connecting people to housing and jobs; watching out for families, youth, and the most vulnerable on our streets; helping people find stability and success upon release from jail. These are all part of a regional approach that is getting strong support and...

Maricopa County Named Among Nation's Top Digital Counties

Maricopa County is being recognized as one of the best in the country at leveraging technology and data to serve residents.  The Center for Digital Government (CDG) and the National Association of Counties (NACo) named Maricopa County among the w...

Board of Supervisors Looks to Appoint New Justice of the Peace

The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors is seeking applicants for Justice of the Peace in the McDowell Mountain Precinct. Judge Michael Reagan, who has served in that position for more than 15 years, is retiring effective July 26, 2019.

The district encom...

County Administration Building to Reopen on Wednesday 7/3

Phoenix - County leaders intend to reopen the County Administration Building at 301 West Jefferson Street on Wednesday, July 3.  The building was closed to the public on Monday and Tuesday after an electrical fire knocked out power to several dow...

UPDATE: Most County Buildings Downtown to Reopen Tuesday

Phoenix - The County Administration Building at 301 West Jefferson Street will remain closed for a second day on Tuesday, July 2 in the aftermath of an electrical fire that caused power outages to several buildings in the downtown core.  All othe...

Some County Buildings Closed on 7/1 After Fire and Power Outage

Some County Buildings Closed After Fire and Power Outage

Phoenix - Several County buildings are closed today after a fire led to power outages and road closures in downtown Phoenix.  Buildings closed to the public include the county administration...

Mandela Washington Fellows Visit Maricopa County

Mandela Washington Fellows visited Maricopa County to learn about public management practices.

The 25 fellows are from 19 different African counties.

“These are the up and coming super stars from across Africa who have distinguished themselves in government...

Board of Supervisors Takes More Active Role in Maricopa County Elections

Today, the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors took action to enhance the way county elections are run in the nation’s fastest-growing county.  The vote to approve the final, amended recommendations of a countywide election work group—following ...

Board of Supervisors Approves Final FY 2020 Budget

With a new decade on the horizon, the nation’s fastest-growing county is making smart investments to further position itself as an attractive, long-term home for families and businesses. Today, the Board of Supervisors approved a final budget of...

Measurable Impact: Mosaic Program Helping Reduce Recidivism

The Mosaic substance abuse program is having a measurable impact on Maricopa County’s moderate to high risk jail population.

New statistics show, in 2017, Mosaic participants had a recidivism rate approximately 20% below two control groups of county inmate...

County Leaders Tour Maryvale Hospital

A court room, mental health services, space for attorneys, and an active emergency room are all coming together under one roof on the west side of Phoenix. Members of the Board of Supervisors and County leaders recently joined Superior Court and Maricopa ...

Providing a Home to Homeless Youth

Maricopa County partnered with Catholic Charities and Homeless Youth Connection to help buy and renovate a home that will serve as a safe place for homeless youth to stay while they’re connected to a host home. 

Maricopa County ...

Maricopa County receives 31 National Achievement Awards

Maricopa County received 31 National Achievement Awards this year from the National Association of Counties (NACo) for programs that increase residents’ well-being and improve the use of technology to transform how we do business.

The award-winnin...

Maricopa County Gets Rid of Overdue Fines at its Public Libraries

PHOENIX, Ariz. – May 22, 2019 – Maricopa County is welcoming thousands of customers back to its public libraries. The Board of Supervisors has voted to eliminate overdue fines – and to waive existing overdue fines &a...

Elections Work Group Presents Findings to Board of Supervisors

The Elections Work Group tasked with examining the structure, staffing, and technology of the Elections Department shared its findings with the Board of Supervisors today. To see the presentation and Work Group report, please visit our 2019 Elections Proj...

Board of Supervisors Approves Tentative FY 2020 Budget

With a new decade on the horizon, the nation’s fastest-growing county is making smart investments to further position itself as an attractive, long-term home for families and businesses.  Today, the Board of Supervisors approve...

Six Students Recognized for Stormwater Artwork

Maricopa County Board of Supervisors honored the winners of the 2019 Stormwater Pollution Awareness Poster Contest this week.

Stormwater runoff is one of the leading causes of water pollution in the United States. In an effort to bring awareness to this pr...

Employee Eliminates Barriers to Connect with People, Receives Tom Manos Outstanding Service Award

Maricopa County employee Michele Castañeda-Martinez has received the 2019 Tom Manos Outstanding Service Award.

Each year, the award is given to an employee who lives up to the example set by the former county manager, Tom Manos. This pe...

Boards Appoints Kyrene Constable

PHOENIX – Today the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors appointed a new constable for the Kyrene Justice Precinct. Ben Halloran was selected from a large pool of applicants for the position that was vacated by Kent Rini in February.

“T...

Maricopa County To Manage Additional 1,000+ Acres of Public Land

PHOENIX –The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors and Bureau of Land Management (BLM) signed a lease agreement allowing the Parks and Recreation Department to enter into a Recreation and Public Purposes (R&PP) lease with the BLM Hassayampa F...

Donation Will Launch Pet Help Program

Maricopa County Animal Care and Control is launching a new program thanks to a private donation.

The Board of Supervisors have accepted a $45,000 donation from Cathy Rinaldi, a longtime Animal Care and Control volunteer. This donation will help launch Mari...

Board Approves Public Safety Dock at Lake Pleasant

Phoenix – The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors approved design and construction of a new dock and boathouses at Scorpion Bay Marina within Lake Pleasant Regional Park. This addition will be for the exclusive use of the Maricopa County Parks and Recrea...

Jack Sellers Appointed as District 1 Supervisor

Maricopa County has a new Supervisor representing parts of the East Valley. Jack Sellers was appointed today to represent District 1 by unanimous vote of the Board of Supervisors.

“What an honor and privilege it is to be appointed to serve on thi...

Last Board Meeting for Supervisor Denny Barney

During his final official meeting as a Maricopa County supervisor, Denny Barney, District 1, expressed gratitude to his colleagues on the Board, county staff, and constituents, as well as family and close friends who attended his final board meet...

Working Group Created to Make Elections Recommendations

The Board of Supervisors directed the county manager to form a working group that may lead to substantial changes in the way elections are run in the fourth most populous county in the country.

The 2018 Primary and General Elections saw massive turnout and...

Bill Gates Elected Chairman of Board of Supervisors

January 9, 2019 – PHOENIX – Bill Gates, the newly-elected Chairman of the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors, says county government is making a difference on pressing regional issues such as water, environmental health, and growth a...

ASU Sustainability Grant Finalized

At a check presentation ceremony today, Maricopa County finalized a partnership with Arizona State University that will result in practical ways to reduce urban heat and improve air quality in our region.

In November, the Maricopa County Industrial Develo...

Office of the Medical Examiner Receives Full Accreditation

The premier professional organization for medical examiners is giving its highest endorsement to the Maricopa County Office of the Medical Examiner (OME). OME has received full accreditation from the National Association of Medical Examiners (NAME) for th...

Elves Donate to Shelter Pets

This week, the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors accepted a donation of collars, toy, and treats from the East Side Elves valued at $7,371. 

The East Side Elves collected the items and made sure Maricopa County Animal Care and Control shelter p...

Celebrating Maricopa Trail and Take A Hike Day

Maricopa County celebrated a Maricopa Trail milestone and Take A Hike Day with free entry to regional parks November 17.

“Phase 1 of the Maricopa Trail is now complete.  This is a huge achievement for our Parks Department and a cause wor...