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364 COVID-19 Cases Per 100,000

13% Tests
Are Positive

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Omicron Variant Identified in Maricopa County

6 cases as
of 12/13

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Booster Eligibility Expanded

Pfizer booster authorization now includes teens 16-17

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Omicron Variant Found
in Maricopa County 

Six cases of the Omicron variant have been identified in Maricopa County. Since none of these people traveled internationally prior to becoming infected, it is clear the variant is here in our community and spreading. The best way to protect yourself? Get vaccinated or boosted when eligible.  Read More >

County Makes Largest Investment to Date to Address Homelessness

With more people experiencing homelessness in our region, Maricopa County is making a significant investment in infrastructure and services that can help people out of their current circumstance.  The Board of Supervisors will dedicate $28 million in federal recovery funds to address housing insecurity.  That includes funding for more than 350 new shelter beds. Learn about the investment >

New District 2 Supervisor Appointed

Maricopa County has a new supervisor representing parts of the East and Northeast Valley.  Local attorney Thomas Galvin was appointed to represent District 2, replacing Steve Chucri.  Galvin has expertise in land use and water issues, two critical areas of focus for the nation’s 4th largest and fastest-growing county.   Read the press release > Watch Supervisor Galvin’s swearing in > Watch Supervisor Galvin’s first press conference >

Pandemic Update: Vaccinated vs. Unvaccinated

What’s the point of getting vaccinated when breakthrough cases are still possible?  New data from Arizona Department of Health Services makes that crystal clear.  In October, unvaccinated people in Arizona were 15.2 times more likely to die than fully vaccinated people who got COVID-19.  Unvaccinated people were also 3.9 times more likely to test positive for COVID-19 versus those who have been fully vaccinated.  The bottom line: Vaccination and boosters reduce your risk of getting COVID-19 in the first place and they dramatically reduce your risk of serious illness, hospitalization or death if you do test positive. View the data > Find a place to get your vaccination or booster >

NEWS BITES

East Shelter Operations Expand

Maricopa County Animal Care’s East Shelter, located at 2630 W. Rio Salado Parkway in Mesa, is back to full operations.  Adoptions, volunteer and foster opportunities, lost and found services, stray intakes, and licensing are all available now from 11 am to 6 pm, Monday-Friday and 11 am to 5 pm Saturday-Sunday.

Animal Adoption Event

Maricopa County animal shelters are currently hosting the BISSELL Pet Foundation “Empty the Shelters Holiday Hope Event” from December 6 – 20 with sponsored adoption fees to help get pets out of the shelter and into their new homes in time for the holidays.

PETS AND PLACES

Pet of the Week

Meet Roger Dodger

Charming smile perfected? ✅ Inspirational quotes chosen for Instagram captions? ✅ #glowup on track for 2022? ✅

Yep, all Roger Dodger (#A4596220) has left on his to-do list now is to find a new home before the new year!

As you can see in the top two photos, Roger Dodger hasn't always had the easiest journey in life, but he hasn't lost his zest for life. This pup loves going for walks and exploring, showing off his "sit" for treats, and just spending time relaxing with his friends and soaking up their love and attention 🥰

Although his health has improved a lot since coming into our care, he seems to have some ongoing skin issues that would really benefit from a different environment with less stress. His sensitive skin will not recover completely here in the shelter, so we're hoping to find him a loving home where he can finally feel comfortable and thrive as he deserves.

Roger Dodger was playful and rowdy with the other dogs he met when he first arrived at the shelter, but it has been a while since his last playdate so he would appreciate a gradual introduction at home with any other pets in the family. If your family includes kids, you're welcome to bring them along to the shelter to meet their new best friend before you adopt. Roger Dodger is already neutered, microchipped, vaccinated, and ready to go home with you as soon as today! 🏠❤️

Job of the Week

Water/Wastewater Engineering Program Manager  Treatment Program

Are you an experienced engineer looking for an exceptional opportunity to manage and grow an engineering program?

Check out this exciting position and see how you can protect the environment and public health all in a days work!

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