January Newsletter

Maricopa County, Arizona sent this bulletin at 01/31/2023 02:28 PM MST

Message From Supervisor

Thomas Galvin

Happy New Year!

Maricopa County recently adopted a new logo and colors. This move to a modern, cohesive countywide identity is meant to help Maricopa County create a greater understanding and awareness of all that it does. You’ll even see the logo on all County vehicles.

Video clip of Supervisor Galvin's comments on the Brand

Supervisor Galvin's Closing remarks Board of Supervisors Formal

Passing of the Gavel

Congratulations to Chairman Clint Hickman. I am grateful to Supervisor Gates for his steadfast leadership throughout 2022.

I want to thank Chairman Hickman for his focus on public safety including the fentanyl crisis that is affecting families throughout Maricopa County.

To hear my full comments at the Board Meeting click on the video link in the picture above.

District Highlights

Gilbert: Swearing-In Ceremony

I was honored to attend the inauguration ceremony of the new council members for the Town of Gilbert earlier this month. I was impressed with the newly renovated Town Hall and enjoyed watching Mayor Bridgette Peterson welcome new council members

Chuck Bongiovanni, Bobbi Buchli and Jim Torgeson. Good luck to the new Gilbert Town Council!

Paradise Valley: Swearing-In Ceremony

I enjoyed attending the inauguration ceremony for the Town of Paradise Valley. Mayor Jerry Bien-Willner was re-elected as mayor. Congratulations to the elected Council members, Christine Labelle, Anna Thomasson and Ellen Andeen.

Oak St. Basin & Storm Drain Project

The Maricopa County Flood Control District is addressing flooding concerns near the intersection of Oak Street and Hawes Road. The Oak Street Detention Basin and Storm Drain project will consist of a detention basin at the northeast corner of the intersection and connecting storm drains adjacent/beneath Oak Street and Hawes Road. Flood flows will be directed to the detention basin and ultimately released to the channel at the southeast corner of the intersection. (Click here or on the video link to see a recent flood)

The construction began with salvaging plant materials from the area. Numerous cacti are being moved and stored on site to make way for the construction of the detention basin. These cacti will be replanted later to reclaim the area when the project is finished.

The neighbors will be provided advance notice of future activity and all efforts are being made to minimize disruption to the neighborhood during construction.

To learn more, visit the project webpage: https://apps.fcd.maricopa.gov/fcdprojects/Details/42 or email Frank Hakari, Project Manager mailto:frank.hakari@maricopa.gov

Moon Valley Nurseries Ribbon Cutting

Moon Valley Nurseries, a successful homegrown business, recently held a Ribbon Cutting for their new Corporate Offices at 14000 N. Pima Rd, in Scottsdale. Moon Valley Nurseries is a true Arizona success story. Having started in Moon Valley, they now have 23 locations across four states in the southwest.

LEARN CPR

Protect your family and friends by learning CPR. If someone around you experiences a sudden cardiac arrest, make sure you’re prepared. By learning hands-only CPR, you can respond quickly and help save a life.

Click on the video link to learn more.

Find a New Career with Maricopa County!

At Maricopa County, we offer competitive pay, a 12.6% match with the Arizona State Retirement System, and paid parental leave.

Come learn about other benefits and catch a career at Chase Field on February 15^th. Maricopa County will be hiring for hundreds of jobs from 11 am to 7 pm. We will also be hosting a vaccine clinic, dog adoptions, and you can even get married!