Centerline on Glendale will add 368 affordable housing units to the West Valley housing stock. This groundbreaking project was partially funded by Maricopa County with an investment of $6 million in federal American Rescue Plan Act dollars. Centerline at Glendale is Arizona's first affordable housing community to be financed using state low-income housing tax credits.

"Remember what they say about how to eat an elephant: you do it one bite at a time. That's the mindset we need to have as we look at affordable housing in our region," said Chairman Clint Hickman, District 4. "It's going to take a while to get our inventory where it needs to be, but the addition of nearly 400 new rentals in the heart of Glendale is an example of how we can address our affordable housing shortage with one investment and one partnership at a time."

The Maricopa County Attorney’s Office held their 3rd fentanyl forum to discuss how the drug is ravaging our community and what we can do to prevent our kids, family, neighbors, and friends from using it. The Tempe Police Department, Community Bridges and the Tempe Union High School District were on the speaking panel which was led by County Attorney Rachel Mitchell. The Tempe Coalition handed out Narcan to all parents, students, and attendees. The Maricopa County Attorney's Office will be partnering with the City of Phoenix to educate the public with more forums on fentanyl during the months of April and May. 

Find more info. on future forums on fentanyl visit Maricopa County Attorney's Office, AZ | Official Website

Help Maricopa County identify critical service needs among communities you serve through this survey, open through April 14^th. Your responses will help inform future funding priorities to fight addiction and save lives.

MCSO’s first three deputies became motor deputy certified through the Arizona Department of Public Safety. Congratulations to Deputies Hanson, Long and Redman for leading this brand-new unit. The Academy took them through challenging day and night rides, rainy and snowy weather, and unique situations to prepare them for patrol.

If you need crisis and mental health support, there is help available. Simply call or text 988, or you can chat 988Lifelong.org and you will receive compassionate care and support for mental-health related distress.

Beginning April 3, 2023, Estrella Mountain Regional Park will embark on a year-long invasive species removal and revegetation project. The project will focus on removing Tamarisk, treating Tamarisk resprouts, and applying a pre-emergent herbicide to Stinknet. In addition, 500 to 800 native tall pot trees, such as Velvet Mesquites, Palo Verdes, and other native tree species provided by the Flood Control District, will be planted in the park. The goal of the project, funded by the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management grant, is to reduce wildfire risks and create native habitats in the park for wildlife species and visitors to enjoy year-round.

“The moment we laid eyes on this handsome boy we fell in love!! He came to us very timid and afraid of everyone, but fast forward a couple months and he’s the most goofy, ornery, and loving baby! His husky side shows VERY much especially when it comes to sharing his mamas love. Lobo loves going on walks and laying in bed with his moms. He will talk to you about how much he dislikes squeaker toys but will kiss you endlessly if you give him chicken. Lobo has completely changed our life for the better, I hope more people out there can bring these babies to their furever home!” – Wendy G.