Medicaid Inmate Exclusion Policy costs our Arizona county millions
The facts are stark. 2 out of 5 adults are in prison or jail have a history of mental illnessand An estimated 65% of the US prison population Suffering from an active substance use disorder. As Navajo County attorneys and sheriffs, we are deeply concerned about this statistic and the impact of Medicaid inmate exclusion […]
Biden Admin Greenlights ‘Massive’ New Jersey Offshore Wind Project Despite Rising Costs
The Biden administration on Wednesday approved a large offshore wind project off the coast of New Jersey, despite the high cost of the technology. Subsidized offshore wind prices have risen an estimated 48% since 2021, according to Bloomberg. “Not only will large-scale industrialized offshore wind projects in New Jersey have significant environmental, navigational, economic, and […]
Arizona’s defunct border wall leaves trail of runaway costs and questions about state’s oversight | News
PHOENIX – Just a few years ago, the Arizona Department of Emergency Military Affairs was one of the state’s smaller agencies known for preparing Arizonas for the summer monsoon. It was the governor at the time that changed that in 2021.Doug Ducey declared a state of emergency DEMA will be responsible for $500 million to […]
The environmental and economic costs of Sedona’s sewage plant
Since its incorporation, the City of Sedona has spent at least $340 million (inflation-adjusted) to build, refurbish, and operate a sewage reclamation facility, but the facility accounts for the total electricity consumed and electricity-related greenhouse gases. accounted for 83% of Those discharged from urban facilities. origin According to the City’s 1988 Wastewater Facility Plan, Sedona’s […]
Granite Mountain Hotshots monument effort seeks additional funds to cover rising costs | The Daily Courier
With just a month to go until the 10th anniversary of the Mount Granite Hotshot tragedy, the funds needed to build the much-anticipated monument to the Yavapai County Courthouse Square are reportedly short. Blaming the recent surge in transportation and material costs for the situation, the Granite Mountain Hotshots Memorial Partnership will install a memorial […]
Gas prices in Arizona stay high while national costs dip
Pump prices across the country continue to fall, and the Arizona market is expected to follow suit. according to AAA, the national average for a gallon of gasoline is down 4 cents from last week to $3.53 as of Thursday. The current average is about 7 cents lower than last month and 87 cents lower […]
San Tan Valley Residents to Weigh the Costs of Incorporation in 2024 – San Tan Valley News & Info
As an unincorporated area, Santan Valley currently relies solely on the county government and administrative services. However, it may be incorporated in 2024, so residents may have a chance to decide whether the community should become a city. Incorporation may bring certain benefits, but it is important to consider potential drawbacks such as increased bureaucracy […]
Cochise County supervisors must pay election certification court costs
Two Cochise County supervisors who resisted proving their results in the November election are being asked for $37,000 in attorney fees and court costs. This is the latest court ruling to sanction political parties for rejecting the results of the 2022 general election. In March, a court awarded attorneys’ fees and costs against unsuccessful Republican […]
Round Valley boasts high graduation rate – and high administrative costs | Community Beat
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Bill bars charging juveniles for probation costs
Under Senate Bill 1197, sponsored by Senator David Gowan, R-Sierra Vista and sponsored by Stand for Children Arizona, courts no longer pay juveniles or their parents or guardians for probation, legal services, and administrative services. You will no longer be able to request Expenses, child support, foster care, counseling, treatment, educational programs, and health care, […]
