News Flash • FY 2025 County Budget Includes Tax Rate Cut
Maricopa County Supervisors are lowering property tax rates for the fourth consecutive year while reducing the countywide budget by 11 percent. The final fiscal year 2025 budget unanimously approved today demonstrates the board's commitment to easing the burden on families and individuals amid rising prices and continuing statewide fiscal challenges. “This is a budget that […]
News Flash • New Maricopa County Permitting System Goes Live
There's a new way to do business with Maricopa County. The county launched an all-new online permit system this week. Permit Center It will consolidate existing permit systems from each county department into a comprehensive platform for permit review, inspection, payment and more. “For several years now, we have expanded our online permitting services to […]
News Flash • Maricopa County’s New Assistant County Managers
As one of the state's largest employers, Maricopa County is adding dynamic leadership to its executive team.Blanca Caballero has been promoted from director of Environmental Services to deputy county manager overseeing administrative and community services. Caballero began her career with Environmental Services in 2008, where she worked until 2013. After working for the Arizona Department […]
Thunderstorm, flash flood warnings issued for Coconino County
Thunderstorms, flood warnings issued for Coconino County Local Sports Things to do Politics Travel advertise Obituary Electronic Newspaper law Staff Report Arizona Republic The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm and flood warning for Coconino County on Friday. The flood warning will end at 5:30pm on Friday. For the latest warnings and alerts, Weather […]
Nearly 2 inches of rain fall on Tucson as flash flood warning issued
Heavy rain fell on parts of Tucson and Pima County, and flood warnings were issued for the area as the storm was expected to continue through the weekend. The National Weather Service issued a flood warning for Tucson until 5:45 p.m. Saturday and said it would take some time for the slow-moving storm to affect […]
News Flash • Coconino County Elections Department Awarded Gr
The Coconino County Elections Department is proud to announce that it has been selected as one of 21 recipients of the Help America Vote College Program (HAVCP) grant from the U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC). This $10,000 grant is designed to increase civic participation and engagement on college campuses by encouraging students to serve as […]
News Flash • Collaboration Begins On Forest Restoration in U
The Coconino County Flood Management District (District) and the Coconino National Forest announced a new restoration plan for the upper Rio Deflag watershed to reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfires and post-fire flooding. “Forest restoration, including mechanical thinning and prescribed fire, has proven to be an effective means of reducing the spread and severity of […]
News Flash • Coconino County Attorney Recognized as 2024 Dis
The National District Attorneys Association (NDAA) recently recognized Coconino County Attorney Bill Ring as the recipient of its 2024 Prosecutor of the Year award. The Best Prosecutor Award is presented annually by the NDAA, the oldest and largest professional organization representing criminal prosecutors nationwide. Mr. Ring was selected from among 22 other candidates from prosecutorial […]
News Flash • Strong Economic Standing, Fiscal Responsibility
PHOENIX, Ariz. (March 6, 2024) – A new report shows Maricopa County has a strong economy, lower unemployment than the state average, and a more efficient use of government funds than similarly sized counties. I am. “Maricopa County continues to lead the nation in growth and fiscal responsibility,” said Jack Sellers, chairman of the Maricopa […]
News Flash • The Impact of Improper Weed Removal on Maricopa
For immediate release March 6, 2024 Ari Halpert [Eng/Spa] 602-501-1266 301 W. Jefferson Street Suite 401 Phoenix, Arizona 85003 PHOENIX (March 6, 2024) – As Maricopa County residents prepare for a warmer, drier spring and summer ahead, the Maricopa County Air Quality Department (MCAQD) wants to raise awareness about increased levels of dust in the […]
