Geologist to Speak at LEPC Meeting 10/3/2008
The public is invited to attend the next quarterly meeting of the Maricopa County Local Emergency Planning Committee. The Committee, which seeks to increase community awareness and public input on chemical emergency planning, will host a speaker from the Arizona Geological Survey. The primary topic will be the State’s seismic program, including way ....More Details

Nuclear Plant to Sound Emergency Sirens 10/3/2008
On Wednesday, October 8, Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Station, in cooperation with local agencies, will test the 47 warning alert sirens located within a 10-mile radius of the plant. In the unlikely event of an emergency at Palo Verde, the Maricopa County Department of Emergency Management would activate the alerting sirens as a means of directing ....More Details

Cooler Weather Increases the Potential for Particulates 10/1/2008
A new month and a break in triple digits aren’t the only fresh starts this month. October 1st marks the beginning of our winter pollution season. ....More Details

Air Quality Honor Roll Approves Three New Nominees 10/1/2008
Three new nominees make the cut for this month’s Air Quality Honor Roll. These individuals deserve an honorable mention for going above and beyond what is required of them to achieve clean air. ....More Details

Air Quality Violators pay over $468K in September 10/1/2008
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department announces $468,231.30 in air quality violation settlements made during the month of September 2008. ....More Details

County Parks Offer Free Camping 10/1/2008
(Phoenix) - With more families opting to vacation closer to home this year due to a sluggish economy and high gas prices, the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department is inviting the public to enjoy a night of free camping at a County park. Beginning Wednesday, October 1, visitors who pay the camping fee for one night at a County park will r ....More Details

Air Quality Announces New Documentation Requirements 9/29/2008
Beginning October 1, 2008, Maricopa County is required by law to seek proof of an individual's legal presence in the United States before issuing a permit or license to operate a business. ....More Details

County Hires new Air Quality Director 9/26/2008
Maricopa County officials made a key appointment Monday with the hiring of Lawrence Odle as Maricopa County’s new Air Quality Department Director. ....More Details

Public Health Rolls Out STD/HIV Express Testing 9/24/2008
Maricopa County Department of Public Health announced today that it has rolled out a new Express Testing service for those clients who come into the clinic to be tested for Gonorrhea, Chlamydia, Syphilis and HIV. ....More Details

Ozone Season Comes to a Close 9/22/2008
As temperatures start to break from the triple digits, the Valley’s summertime pollutant, ozone, will begin to take a break as well. Learn more about ground-level ozone here... ....More Details

Board of Supervisors declares September Preparedness Month 9/10/2008
On September 3, the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors unanimously voted to approve a resolution declaring September Preparedness Month in Maricopa County. This declaration promotes the importance of individual and household preparedness as a means of ensuring a safe and health community. ....More Details

Emergency Responders to drill at Buckeye High 9/10/2008
On Friday (September 26), emergency responders from state, local and volunteer agencies will descend on Buckeye High School to exercise evacuee reception center operations to prepare for potential emergencies at the Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Station. This gives all responding agencies an opportunity to refine procedures, define necessary resour ....More Details

Board approves change to construction permit process 9/10/2008
Starting September 22, 2008, all multi-family, commercial and industrial construction permits will first require a land use approval of the site plan through the Plan of Development review process prior to construction permit issuance. The Board of Supervisors implemented this requirement in order to ensure consistent application of minimu ....More Details

Overseeding/Scalping Raises Air Quality Questions 9/9/2008
Click here to find out whether or not you need a permit to maintain your grassy landscape. ....More Details

World Rabies Day 2008 9/9/2008
MCACC is holding two free rabies vaccintion clinics in honor of World Rabies Day 2008 ....More Details

MWC Provides Resume Review Service Prior to Career Expo 9/4/2008
Job seekers needing help fine-tuning or developing a stellar resume are encouraged to bring their resume to Maricopa Workforce Connection’s Gilbert Career Center, 735 N. Gilbert Road, Ste. 134, Gilbert, AZ 85234. MWC’s expert staff will review resumes between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. the first three Friday’s in September (5th, 12th and 19th). ....More Details

"Healing Racism" Series 9/4/2008
Phoenix Human Relations Commission, Arizona State University, Maricopa County Community College District, Phoenix College, Maricopa County Diversity Office, and the City of Tempe Present: Race and Politics ....More Details

Air Quality Honor Roll Spotlights One New Nominee 9/2/2008
Three nominees with a local concrete batch plant receive admirable mention in this month’s Air Quality Honor Roll. Click here to learn more. ....More Details

Air Quality Violators pay over $577K in August 9/2/2008
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department announces $577,640.45 in air quality violation settlements made during the month of August 2008. ....More Details

What is an Air Quality Permit Public Hearing? 8/27/2008
A permit public hearing is held by the Maricopa County Air Quality Department, when requested, to give residents and interested parties the opportunity to comment on a proposed air quality permit. ....More Details

MCACC Receives Award 8/25/2008
Uno por Uno program honored with NACo Achievement Award. ....More Details

County Temporarily Suspends Permits Around Luke Air Force Ba 8/22/2008
(August 20, 2008)The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors today implemented a temporary suspension of issuance of building permits around Luke Air Force Base and its Auxiliary Fields. ....More Details

David Funkhouser Appointed to Legislature 8/22/2008
(August 20, 2008)The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors appointed Phoenix attorney David E. Funkhouser, 30, to the Arizona House of Representatives today. ....More Details

Copper pipe stolen from MCACC 8/13/2008
MCACC had copper pipe stolen overnight, leaving the shelter without water for a few hours. ....More Details

Voucher Program Taking Off 8/5/2008
MCACC's Big Fix Spay Neuter voucher program hitting high numbers. ....More Details

July Enforcement Report Includes Record Settlement 8/1/2008
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department announces $989,673.50 in air quality violation settlements made during the month of July 2008, including a top settlement for the department. ....More Details

Summer Cat Special 8/1/2008
Come find a new furry friend. Kittens are $50 and cats over 6 months are $25 through the end of August. ....More Details

Air Quality Honor Roll Highlights Three New Nominees 8/1/2008
Supervisors with three construction companies made it to this month’s Air Quality Honor Roll. Click here to learn more ....More Details

Businesses Await Lift Off at Empower Your Business workshop 7/31/2008
BUSINESSES AWAIT LIFT OFF DURING ECONOMIC STORM Entrepreneurs are counting down to the August 28th lift off of EMPOWER YOUR BUSINESS workshop, which will be held from 8:30am-12noon at Maricopa Workforce Connection’s Gilbert Career Center (Southeast corner of Guadalupe and Gilbert Road). Small businesses will discover strategic alternatives for ....More Details

Maricopa County Parks Lift Fire Ban 7/30/2008
(Phoenix) – The Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department will lift its annual fire ban beginning Friday, August 1, 2008. This allows park visitors to use campfires, fire pits, and charcoal grills. ....More Details

FREE Back to School Immunization Clinics on August 2 7/28/2008
As part of its countywide emergency preparedness program, Maricopa County Department of Public Health has partnered with 5 Valley cities to offer back to school immunizations on August 2 from 9-2:30 pm. The event will test the department’s ability to open and staff a dispensing site while offering an efficient way for parents to get their kids mand ....More Details

Arizona Reports First West Nile Death In 2008 7/24/2008
The Arizona Department of Health Services today reported the state’s first death from West Nile Virus in 2008. Tests from the Arizona State Health Laboratory indicated that a woman in her ‘80s from Maricopa County died from West Nile Virus encephalitis this month. “The recent monsoon activity has kick started the West Nile Virus season in Arizon ....More Details

CITIZENS SATISFACTION SURVEY 7/24/2008
In July and August, more than one of every 500 households in Maricopa County will be given the opportunity to participate in Maricopa County’s Citizen Satisfaction Survey. The county conducts the telephone survey to discover what issues are most important to residents, as well as to determine levels of satisfaction with county services. We want ....More Details

Industry Challenge Reduces Pollution in South Phoenix 7/23/2008
Find out how over 29,000 pounds of air pollution was reduced in South Phoenix ....More Details

Check Out M-Info for News & Current Events 7/21/2008
Maricopa County is proud to offer a unique way to receive updates on news and current events. ....More Details

Supervisor Don Stapley Sworn-in as President of NACo 7/15/2008
Supervisor Stapley, District 2, began his one-year term as President of the National Association of Counties (NACo) on July 15th at NACo's 73rd Annual Conference. ....More Details

Looking to honor pet heroes and survivors 7/15/2008
FACC’s Seeks Nominations for Sixth Annual Hero Awards ....More Details

Save the Date for the Hero Awards 7/15/2008
The Hero Awards is a fundraising event that honors the heroic efforts, life-saving actions,and personal survival stories of local dogs and cats. ....More Details

Swimming Safety:Protect Your Family from Water Borne Illness 7/15/2008
Maricopa County Environmental Services inspectors routinely monitor proper disinfection and safety issues in public and semi-public pools. But it is important that the entire community assists and plays a role in risk reduction as well. ....More Details

Permit Public Hearing for Wastewater Treatment Plant 7/14/2008
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department will hold a permit public hearing for Tolleson Wastewater Treatment Plant on August 21, 2008. Find out more... ....More Details

Cave Creek Unified School District No. 93 Board Appointment 7/14/2008
(Phoenix) – Maricopa County Superintendent Dr. Sandra E. Dowling announced today the appointment of Virgel Cain, Jr. to the Cave Creek Unified School District Governing Board. ....More Details

Cat Adoption Center Closing 7/9/2008
CAC closing, rescue group taking over location. Both dogs and cats will be available for adoption. ....More Details

Laveen Elementary School District No. 59 Board Appointment 7/9/2008
(Phoenix) – Maricopa County Superintendent Dr. Sandra E. Dowling announced today the appointment of Freddie Bracamonte to the Laveen Elementary School District Governing Board. ....More Details

Permit Public Hearing for New Title V Facility 7/3/2008
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department will hold a permit public hearing for CMC Steel Fabricators, Inc., a Title V facility, on July 22, 2008. Find out more... ....More Details

Foster Homes Needed 7/2/2008
MCACC has taken in so many puppies and kittens that more foster homes are needed. ....More Details

Dry Cleaning Seminars 7/2/2008
Two dry cleaning seminars are being offered on July 21-22, 2008. Click here for more information... ....More Details

Air Quality Violators pay over $375K in June 7/1/2008
View a list of air pollution settlements made in the month of June 2008. ....More Details

2008 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) 6/30/2008
Recommended Projects to Recieve 2008 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Allocation ....More Details

VECTOR CONTROL HAS MOVED! Mosquito Eating Fish Available 6/27/2008
Environmental Services Vector Control has moved to 3220 W. Gibson Lane, Suite 500, Phoenix. County residents are still able to take advantage of the free mosquito eating fish (Gambusia) – No charge! ....More Details

Take Care of Pets During Fourth of July 6/23/2008
Secure pets during Fourth of July celebrations - they can last all week ....More Details

Maricopa County Assists In Johns Hopkins Research Study 6/17/2008
Maricopa County assists in Johns Hopkins particulate matter research study. ....More Details

"Healing Racism" Series 6/11/2008
Phoenix Human Relations Commission, Arizona State University, Maricopa County Community College District, Phoenix College, Maricopa County Diversity Office, and the City of Tempe Present: Affirmative Action & Equal Opportunity ....More Details

Its raining cats and dogs 6/11/2008
MCACC's shelters are overflowing with dogs and cats. ....More Details

Governor announces local toll-free foreclosure help line 6/10/2008
Governor Janet Napolitano announced today the latest effort in a series of state initiatives to better serve Arizona families facing foreclosure. Homeowners who are either delinquent on their mortgage or face foreclosure now have anew, dedicated 24/7 toll-free help line to reach a local Arizona foreclosure counselor: 1-877-448-1211. ....More Details

Waterfall Trail to reopen in two weeks 6/9/2008
(Waddell) – Effective immediately, White Tank Mountain Regional Park has closed the Waterfall Trail and trailhead. The closure is expected to last approximately two weeks while the Trails Crew applies a compact granite base to the first half-mile of the barrier-free trail. ....More Details

Maricopa County Goes Green 6/4/2008
On Wednesday, the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors approved a green initiative that covers a wide swath of county departments and promotes an environmentally-sensitive approach to county business and saving money. ....More Details

Air Quality Honor Roll Recognizes Manager from Kinder Morgan 6/2/2008
One nominee is recognized this month for taking strides to keep the Valley’s air clean. Find out who the nominee is.... ....More Details

Air Quality Violators pay over $296K in May 6/2/2008
View a list of air pollution settlements made in the month of May 2008. ....More Details

How Do I Report an Air Quality Violation? 6/1/2008
If people want to know how they can report an air quality violation. It’s simple... ....More Details

Tough Economic Times Call & Public/Private Sector Answer 5/27/2008
Tough Economic Times Call & Public/Private Sector Partnerships Answer The small business community is the stronghold that keeps the economy going, maintaining the economic vitality of the communities across the nation, and it is no different in Maricopa County. Despite the economic downturn, MCbiz, through SRP’s Double-Diamond Sponsorship, is ho ....More Details

Dogs Left to Fend for Themselves 5/22/2008
Dogs left at old west valley shelter. ....More Details

Dog Bite Protection 5/22/2008
Prevent you and you childern from getting bit. ....More Details

Mesa Dinner Seminar Filling 5/19/2008
“We learned more than we anticipated, and now know we need to make a financial plan and cover our assets,” said Cheryl Girrbach, owner of CMG Marketing. Cheryl was one of the more than 50 business owners who attended last Thursday’s dinner seminar at the Landmark Restaurant, hosted by MCbiz, Cook Financial Group and Davis Miles, PLLC. MCbiz is ....More Details

Power of Small Business Feted on June 10 5/19/2008
We can never give small businesses enough credit for the work they do to keep the economy going. Nor can we appropriately thank the owners for their entrepreneurial spirit for creating jobs and giving back to the community. On June 10, MCbiz—Maricopa County Small Business Enterprise Program—will honor several small businesses that are making a hu ....More Details

LAKE PLEASANT FOUR-LANE TEMPORARILY CLOSED 5/15/2008
(Peoria) Lake Pleasant Regional Park will host the DCB Zoot Sprint Triathlon Friday, June 6 through Saturday, June 7. The event will close the four-lane boat ramp on Friday, June 6 at 5 p.m.; however, it will reopen to the public at 11 a.m. on Saturday. Park visitors are encouraged to use the ten-lane boat ramp on South Park Road accessed through ....More Details

“Catch the Reading Bug” Summer Reading Programs 5/14/2008
“Catch the Reading Bug” Summer Reading Programs for Kids & Teens May 27-July 27, 2008 at Maricopa County Library District ....More Details

Safe Boating Celebration 5/8/2008
Is your boat ready for the water? (Peoria) – Is your watercraft safe? If you hesitated while answering this question, then you won’t want to miss the 2008 Arizona Safe Boating Celebration at Lake Pleasant Regional Park on May 17 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Free vessel safety checks will be offered by the U.S. Power Squadron and U.S. Coast Guard Auxi ....More Details

Maricopa County Practices Flood Response 5/8/2008
Residents of Maricopa County might not imagine a flood disaster occurring while the region is in the midst of a 13-year drought. The threat is real, however, considering the thousands of miles of rivers, washes and canals traversing the county. ....More Details

COUNTY PARK REVIEWS TRAIL PLAN 5/8/2008
(Fountain Hills) – The Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department will be reviewing the McDowell Mountain Regional Park Trails Master Plan to ensure that the park has an adequate trail system in place to support increased future use. ....More Details

MCACC Runs Summer Adoption Special 5/1/2008
Cats are dogs needing new homes have lower prices ....More Details

Tempe Community Gives to MCACC 5/1/2008
A Tempe Community collects many donations for homeless animals ....More Details

Air quality violators pay over $249K in April 4/30/2008
View a list of pollution settlements made in the month of April 2008... ....More Details

Expanding & Protecting AZ Small Biz - A Dinner Smorgasbord 4/29/2008
Expanding and Protecting Arizona Small Businesses – A Dinner Smorgasbord Dinner is served, but now for the main course! During a 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM dinner seminar on Thursday May 15, representatives from three organizations will share the stage to offer some ideas about protecting small business assets, ensuring business owners’ futures, and ....More Details

ANNUAL FIRE BAN TO BE IMPLEMENTED 4/28/2008
(Phoenix) – The Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department will initiate its annual fire ban beginning Monday, May 12, 2008. “This winter, the County received an abundance of rainfall which produced beautiful wildflowers and lush vegetation in the parks. However, this vegetation has since dried out and left the parks with a large quantity of g ....More Details

Lowell Middle School Students Learn about County Government 4/24/2008
Maricopa County teams up with Lowell Middle School for a pilot program that teaches 7th and 8th graders County issues and government services. ....More Details

High Pollution Advisory in Effect Thursday 4/23/2008
Information on the first ozone high pollution advisory of the season... ....More Details

Small Business Owners “Back on Track” with Organizational 4/22/2008
Small Business Owners “Back on Track” with Organizational and AZ Tenant/Lease Solutions. The free MCbiz, April 16th Won by One Workshop held at the Chandler Public Library helped small business owners to get back on track with suggestions from Sandra Kindred, co-owner of Back on Track! Solutions, Dann Sandvig, Designated Broker, AZ Tenant Soluti ....More Details

MCACC and ICAN team up for safety 4/18/2008
Maricopa County Animal Care and Control (MCACC) hosting a seminar on personal safety by ICAN. ....More Details

Arizona Small Businesses "enSYNCH" with the Art of Growing I 4/14/2008
Arizona Small Businesses “enSYNCH” with the Art of Growing Internationally MCbiz – Maricopa County’s Small Business Enterprise Program hosted the Arizona International Growth Group (AZIGG)’s monthly early morning meeting on Monday, April 7, 2008 with Roger Philips of Concordia University, David Ziton of enSYNCH, and Dr. Gary Waissi, PH.D., Dean ....More Details

Phoenix Recognized Nationally for Cultural Diversity Program 4/11/2008
The National League of Cities and National Black Caucus of Local Elected Officials (NBC-LEO) recently presented the city of Phoenix with the first place award in the Excellence in Diversity category. ....More Details

Healing Racism Project awarded Excellence in Diversity 4/10/2008
The Healing Racism Project received the Excellence in Diversity First Place Award. ....More Details

Gilbert Unified School District No. 41 Board Appointment 4/7/2008
(Phoenix) – Maricopa County Superintendent Dr. Sandra E. Dowling announced today the appointment of Lily Tram to the Gilbert Unified School District Governing Board. The vacancy was created by the resignation of board member Traci Klein. ....More Details

Air Quality Violators pay over $209K in March 4/2/2008
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department announces $209,876.79 in air quality violation settlements during the month of March. ....More Details

Isaac Elementary School District No. 5 Board Appointment 4/2/2008
(Phoenix) – Maricopa County Superintendent Dr. Sandra E. Dowling announced today the appointment of Harry Garewal, Jr. to the Isaac Elementary School District Governing Board. The vacancy was created by the resignation of board member Alicia Alvarez. ....More Details

Ozone Season Begins April 1st 4/1/2008
It may only be the beginning of spring, but it’s time to remind everyone in Maricopa County that April 1 marks the beginning of summer ozone season. Visit RunningOutofAir.com and learn simple steps you can take each day to protect the air we all breathe and Make the Clean Air Commitment. ....More Details

Tenant and Organization Issues Solved for Small Businesses 4/1/2008
TENANT PROBLEMS, ORGANIZATION ISSUES SOLVED FOR SMALL BUSINESSES Small businesses owners who are searching for better office facilities or who may need help getting and staying focused on their day-to-day operations should attend the April 16 MCbiz workshop at the Chandler Public Library, 3 PM to 5 PM. The workshop is free. MCbiz—Maricopa Co ....More Details

MCACC and Maricopa County Home Shows Team Up 3/28/2008
Donate to the animals and receive a free entry into the Maricopa County Home and Landscape SHow ....More Details

Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards to be Discussed 3/26/2008
The Maricopa County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) encourages the business community and public to attend its next regular quarterly meeting when the group will host Brian Harrell, U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security (DHS). Harrell will offer a presentation regarding the agency’s new Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards and detail how ....More Details

Maricopa County Confirms First Human Case of West Nile Virus 3/26/2008
The 2008 West Nile Virus season is off to a very early start here in Arizona. Today, the Maricopa County Department of Public Health and Arizona Department of Health Services confirmed that a Southeast Valley man in his 60’s is Maricopa County’s first human case of West Nile Virus (WNV) this season. ....More Details

Maricopa County Strengthens Dust Control Rules 3/26/2008
Find out how the new regulations affect you. ....More Details

Mesa Woman Wins Prius for Making the Clean Air Commitment 3/25/2008
During halftime at the Phoenix Suns vs. Houston Rockets game on Saturday, March 22, 2008, Maricopa County’s Running Out of Air campaign awarded Katie Gorin of Mesa a brand new Toyota Prius, courtesy of the Phoenix Suns. Gorin won the hybrid for logging on to RunningOutofAir.com and signing up to Make the Clean Air Commitment. ....More Details

Small Businesses Prep for Economic Realities -MCbiz Workshop 3/24/2008
In these economically challenging times, what must small businesses do to ensure their success? There are no easy answers and the correct response may depend on a variety of specific circumstances that perplex small business owners. Some of the answers were recently presented to a group of small business owners at a MCbiz Small Business Worksho ....More Details

Roadhouse Run 3/20/2008
Iguana Mack’s Roadhouse Run: A dog-friendly, two-mile fun run/walk, followed by lunch and contests with your favorite canine. ....More Details

Chase Field Point of Pride Finalist 3/20/2008
The Maricopa County Stadium District’s Chase Field is among the top ten finalists for the City of Phoenix’s “Point of Pride” Award and the Phoenix Pride Commission is asking the public to vote for their favorite site to add to the impressive list of Points of Pride of the valley. ....More Details

Free Maricopa County Government Fair-Christown Spectrum Mall 3/19/2008
Maricopa County Celebrates National County Government Week with a County Government Fair Wednesday, April 9, 2008, 10AM – 2PM at Christown Spectrum Mall, 1703 W. Bethany Home in Phoenix. This event is free to the public. ....More Details

“Healing Racism” Series 3/19/2008
Phoenix Human Relations Commission, Arizona State University, Maricopa County Community College District, Phoenix College, Maricopa County Diversity Office, and the City of Tempe Present Youth: Having Their Say on Racism ....More Details

Women of Resilience: Perspectives in a Changing Workforce 3/17/2008
The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors & the Maricopa County Diversity Office Presents the Third Annual Celebration of Women with Keynote Speaker Mary Jo West ....More Details

Air Quality Violators, Who Are They? 3/17/2008
Maricopa County strives to reduce air pollution just as any other region. The challenge Maricopa County faces is getting residents to take action. The fact remains, we all contribute to our pollution problem here in the Valley. ....More Details

Stronger Smog Standards Will Protect Human Health 3/13/2008
EPA approved the most stringent 8-hour standard ever for ozone, tightening the standards to 0.075 parts per millions from 0.08 ppm. Ozone is a precursor to smog. ....More Details

DAVID SMITH NAMED 2008 NATIONAL PUBLIC SERVICE AWARD WINNER 3/11/2008
County Manager David R. Smith has been named the 2008 National Public Service Award winner by the American Society for Public Administration (ASPA) and the National Academy of Public Administration (NAPA). The honor is the premier national award for excellence in public service at all levels of government. ....More Details

MCACC Grand Opening and Moving Sale 3/10/2008
MCACC is moving into a new facility and having an adoption special. ....More Details

Biz Community A-MAZE-D at “Mastering the Purchasing Maze VI" 3/6/2008
The small business community is less puzzled by the idiosyncrasies of doing business with governmental entities. Hundreds of business representatives met with purchasing officials from sixty-four federal, state, county, school districts and municipal entities on March 6, 2008 at the largest purchasing fair in the State: “Mastering the Purchasing Ma ....More Details

Air Quality Violators pay over $440K in February 3/3/2008
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department announces $440,302.90 in air quality violation settlements during the month of February. The settlement cases for February are listed below including the following three highest settlements for the month: ....More Details

RDSA Scores Maricopa County Diversity Champion Award 3/1/2008
The County Managers Diversity Office held its 4th Annual Unity Day Celebration in the Board of Supervisors Auditorium. The Chairman of the Board of Supervisors Andrew Kunasek, Supervisor Mary Rose Wilcox and County Manager David Smith welcomed all that attended. This years theme was "Many Voices, Many Faces and One Maricopa County". Lila Sherman ....More Details

Fowler Elementary School District No. 45 Board Appointment 2/21/2008
(Phoenix) – Maricopa County Superintendent Dr. Sandra E. Dowling announced today the appointment of Ignacio Fernandez to the Fowler Elementary School District Governing Board. The vacant seat was created by the resignation of governing board member Danny Wilcox. ....More Details

Make the Clean Air Commitment! 2/21/2008
On February 13, 2008, Maricopa County kicked off its new clean air initiative called Running Out of Air. The driving force behind this clean air program is the website www.RunningOutofAir.com where you will find information on the particulate pollution problem this region faces. ....More Details

Shooting Park Nominated for Outstanding Engineering Award 2/14/2008
Off the Grid – this is the terminology used when a facility does not access power or other public utility sources. This facility creates its own power through the use of available solar energy. ....More Details

Local Emergency Planning Committee to meet 2/14/2008
The Local Emergency Planning Committee will hold its regular quarterly meeting on Wednesday, February 20, 2008 at 2:00 p.m., at the South Mountain Community Center located at 212 E. Alta Vista Road, in Phoenix. ....More Details

Buckeye Hills Shooting Park Achieves Substantial Completion 2/14/2008
The Maricopa County Facilities Management Department is pleased to announce the substantial completion of a new 50-acre shooting and training facility within the Buckeye Hills Regional Park. ....More Details

LAKE PLEASANT ENTRY TEMPORARILY CLOSED 2/13/2008
(Peoria) Lake Pleasant Regional Park will be hosting the annual Honeywell Company Employee Campout from Thursday, March 13 through Sunday, March 16. This event closes the North Entry and four-lane boat ramp of Lake Pleasant at 12 a.m. on Thursday, March 13, and reopens to the public at 4 p.m. on Sunday. Park visitors are encouraged to use the ten-l ....More Details

Dog Owners Can License Fido Online 2/13/2008
Dog owners can now go to www.pets.maricopa.gov and buy or renew their dog's license ....More Details

Maricopa County Urges Residents to Clean the Air 2/13/2008
The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors announced today its clean air campaign titled Running Out of Air. ....More Details

Dr. MCbiz Offers Relief for Small Biz Headaches 2/4/2008
Many small business owners develop migraines when trying to adequately protect their assets or finding dependable customers to purchase their goods or services. MCbiz, Maricopa County’s Small Business Enterprise Program, can provide some relief through a small business workshop on Tuesday, February 19, 6PM to 8PM, at the law offices of Davis Miles ....More Details

Super Tuesday – Get Out the Vote 2/4/2008
Polls will open at 6am and close at 7pm Election Day, February 5, 2008. To find your Polling Place or other voter information, please visit the Recorder’s website. ....More Details

Air Quality Violators pay over $185K in January 2/1/2008
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department announces alleged violators paid $185,490 in settlements in January. The settlement cases for January are listed below including the three highest settlements for the month. ....More Details

Air Quality Honor Roll Applauds Pollution Prevention 2/1/2008
Two nominees are recognized this month for taking incredible strides in keeping the Valley’s air clean. A site superintendent for a local asphalt company and a manager for an auto body shop were both nominated by inspectors with the Maricopa County Air Quality Department. ....More Details

Lost Dog Reunited With Family After Two Years 1/30/2008
A dog stolen from Texas two years ago will be reunited with his family ....More Details

Students giving to homeless animals of Maricopa County 1/29/2008
Elementary school student