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Daily COVID-19 Update: May 12

May 12, 2021 Update Includes:

• Number of COVID-19 Cases in Maricopa County
• Trusted Vaccine Information
• 3 Million+ Vaccine Doses Administered to Maricopa County Residents
• Highlight: Making Vaccine Available for All
• Who Has Already Been Vaccinated?
• Who Is Eligible...

Board, County Attorneys Get National Honor for Elections Work

The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors and the County Attorney's Office are getting national recognition for their role in overseeing and ensuring free and fair elections in 2020. 

At today’s board meeting, the National Association of C...

1.3 Million Maricopa County Residents Vaccinated in 5 Months

PHOENIX, Ariz. (April 7, 2021) -- Less than five months after Maricopa County received its first doses of COVID-19 vaccine, more than 1.3 million Maricopa County residents have been vaccinated with at least one dose of COVID-19 vaccine. This figu...

Maricopa County Election Forensic Audit Results Released

February 23, 2021 (Phoenix) – Maricopa County’s election equipment and software passed all tests performed by two independent firms hired to conduct the forensic audit, according to reports by two federally certified Voting Sy...

Jack Sellers Elected Chairman of Maricopa County Board of Supervisors

January 6, 2021 – PHOENIX – Jack Sellers, the newly-elected Chairman of the Board of Supervisors, says he’s focused on building a brighter future for Maricopa County.


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“Over the last year, I have watched as our whole nation has be...

Maricopa County Registered Apprenticeship Program Ranked #1

When it comes to connecting job seekers to paid apprenticeships, no one does it better than Maricopa County.  The U.S. Department of Labor ranks Maricopa County #1 in the United States for the number of people placed into registered apprenticeshi...

Maricopa County Announces Results of COVID-19 Antibody Project

Maricopa County Encourages Flu Shots In October, Provides Free Vaccine Events Across Region

Maricopa County is asking residents to get their flu vaccine within the next three weeks. Getting vaccinated by the end of October ensures you are protected for the entire flu season, even if the flu starts circulating earlier than normal. 

“Now i...

Maricopa County Announces COVID-19 Antibody Project

Board of Supervisors Approves Final FY 2021 Budget Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

Operating budgets cut by 2%; tax rate unchanged  

Maricopa County is putting hundreds of millions of dollars in federal funds to immediate use helping people impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic while also pulling back on discretionary spending unrel...

Board of Supervisors to Vote on Final Budget on June 22

Tax Rate Will Be Set in August 

The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors will vote on final approval of its FY 2021 budget during a public hearing on Monday, June 22.  The Board, which also governs the Flood Control, Library, and Stadium districts...

Daily COVID-19 Update: June 3

The June 3, 2020 Update Includes:

• Number of COVID-19 Cases in Maricopa County
• “Return Stronger” order remains in effect
• County Services Impacted
• 4 Safeguarding Tips For Reopening
• Mental Health Resources
• A Few Words From Public Health On The ...

Building Permits Increase Despite COVID-19 Economic Fallout

Daily COVID-19 Update: May 27

The May 27, 2020 Update Includes:

• Number of COVID-19 Cases in Maricopa County
• Maricopa County Unified Command Updates Residents
• County Services Impacted
• Which COVID-19 Protective MeasuresAre Most Effective? 
• Reopening Protections for Businesses
• Persona...

Maricopa County Launches Text-Message Outreach to Positive COVID-19 Cases

PHOENIX (May 22, 2020)—Maricopa County Department of Public Health (MCDPH) has now added text messaging to its toolbox to inform COVID-19-positive Maricopa County residents about what they need to do to take care of themselves and reduce the spr...

County Effort Provides Critical Services to Vulnerable Populations During COVID-19 Pandemic

Maricopa County and its partners are making new connections with those experiencing homelessness during the pandemic, giving hundreds of people safer places to live while also planning ahead for the summer heat and long-term needs.

“These are no ...

Daily COVID-19 Update: May 21

The May 21, 2020 Update Includes:

• Number of COVID-19 Cases in Maricopa County
• Arizona Reopening Guidance
• County Services Impacted
• Update On Plans To Test Residents Of Long-Term Care Facilities
• Calling All COVID-19 Testing Contractors
• State Testing Data
• Expansion...

Board of Supervisors Approves Tentative FY 2021 Budget Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

Maricopa County is putting hundreds of millions of dollars in federal funds to immediate use helping people impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic while also pulling back on&n...

Local Manufacturer Donates Surgical Gowns to Maricopa County Unified Command

Senator McSally, Chairman Hickman grateful for much-needed PPE

(May 1, 2020) – Today, the Maricopa County Unified Command Center received a donation of 2,500 surgical gowns from AmSafe Manufacturing. Board of Supervisors Chairman Clint Hickman an...

Daily COVID-19 Update: April 30

The April 30, 2020 Update Includes:

• Number of COVID-19 Cases in Maricopa County
• "Stay Home" Order In Effect
• Maricopa County Services Impacted
• Today’s Key Message: Physical Distancing Measures Working; Cases Likely Peaked in mid-April&n...

Maricopa County Parks Taking Preventive Actions to Protect Visitors

Maricopa County’s parks, trails, and open spaces provide spaces for respite, health, and wellness. However the temporary closures of local gyms, entertainment services, and recreational opportunities has made open space parks and trails some of ...

Maricopa Countys Regional Parks Update Park Operations

The Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department realizes that the community is seeking outdoor recreation opportunities where they can walk, hike, run, and bike while practicing safe social-distancing. To ensure park visitor and staff safety, the foll...