As 2017 flies by (can you believe it’s already
April?), let’s take a moment to reflect on the great things that have happened
in Maricopa County so far this year.
Phoenix witnessed yet another last second championship game while hosting its first NCAA Final Four last weekend. Downtown Phoenix and Margaret T. Hance Park were filled with energy while hosting Fan Fest and the numerous big name musical acts. The Valley continues to be an amazing host to major championship events, all of which seem to be some of the most exciting championships of our time.
It was recently reported that Maricopa County added
more residents in 2016 than any other county in the country. People
are coming to our county because of our great climate, friendly residents, low
taxes and business friendly environment.
On April 1st, the Prickly Pedal Mountain Bike Race
was held and was big success for a second year in a row. I want to thank all of
you who came out to support the race by participating, volunteering, or
cheering on our riders. I look forward to many more successful years of racing
on the Maricopa Trail.
I would like to highlight one of our county
departments in this edition of the District 3 newsletter, Maricopa County
Animal Care and Control. MCACC continues to do a fantastic job of sheltering, caring,
and finding homes for more than 35,000 cats and dogs a year. Please continue
reading below to learn more about MCACC.
Longtime Arizona farmer, John Augustine, took Supervisor Gates on a tour of his nursery, Desert Tree Farm, and displayed some of the beautiful new plant species he has developed.
Take a look at this VIDEO to see the fun new way Maricopa County Animal Care and Control is finding homes for dogs.
More than 35,000 dogs and cats enter the Maricopa County Animal Care and Control shelters a year. With numbers like these, MCACC is a great place to start if you are looking to adopt a new pet.
Click HERE to learn more about Animal Care and Control's Pet of the Week, Linus.
Open Conversation with Supervisor GatesOffice New River / Desert Hills / Anthem Area Next Meeting - April 18
Date:3rd Tuesday of the Month Time: Noon - 2:00 PM Where: Daisy Mountain Fire Department 43814 N. New River Road New River, AZ 85087
Dates: May 16, June 20, September 19 July & August - No Meeting, Summer Break
County Coffee with Supervisor Gates Next Meeting - May 4 at North Mountain Brewing with Special Guest Sheriff Paul Penzone
Date: May 4th* - Note different
location Time: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Where: North Mountain Brewing
522 E Dunlap Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85020
Phone (602) 861-5999 North Mountain Brewing website
Dates: June 1, September 7, October 5 July & August - No Meeting, Summer Break
Please be conscious that mosquito season is now upon us. Click HERE to get more information regarding mosquito control and the Environmental Services Fogging calendar.
Maricopa County grew more than any other county in the nation last year. Click HERE to read more on the positive growth for the Valley.
Join us for a quick paced, fun-filled hour with former PGA Tour
player Peter Longo. He will amaze you with his trick shots and knowledge of
the game. Space is limited.
Below is a contact list for Maricopa County constituent services. Please note: Underlined services are available to all Maricopa County residents. Services that are not underlined are specific to residents of unincorporated County. Those who live in cities or towns should contact their location jurisdiction for assistance with the non-underlined services.
Supervisor Gates and former Maricopa County Farm Bureau Director, Jeannette Fish, tour the Orange Patch grove.