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LATEST INFORMATION
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Board of Supervisors Vote on Budget
Property Tax cuts for 3rd year in a row
Watch meeting
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Animal Care & Control Receives $100,000 Grant
Money will go to spay/neuter clinics
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TODAY'S KEY MESSAGE
Board of Supervisors Decreases County Budget by 2.6%
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Maricopa County supervisors are cutting the tax rate again as part of the tentative FY 2024 budget they unanimously approved today.
A year after passing the largest tax rate cut in Maricopa County history, the Board of Supervisors is cutting the county’s primary tax rate for a third straight year, lowering the rate from 1.25 (or $125 on a $100,000 home) to 1.2 (or $120 on a 100,000 home). While rising property values are outside the Board’s control, state statute does give supervisors the ability to set the property tax rate.
The Board is cutting the overall county budget by 2.6% from fiscal year 2023. In fact, while some other counties are taxing as much as they are allowed under state law, Maricopa County’s tax levy is $232.8 million below the maximum.
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Petco Gives Massive Check to Animal Care and Control
 Maricopa County Animal Care & Control (MCACC) received a $100,000 grant investment from national nonprofit Petco Love in support of their lifesaving work for animals in Maricopa County.
“Thanks to Petco Love, we were able to provide very important services, such as spay/neuter surgeries, vaccines, and microchips, to under resourced communities through our Pet Help program,” said Debbie McKnight, interim Director of MCACC. “Our whole team looks forward to continuing this lifesaving work with Petco Love!”
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NEWS BITES
Maricopa County Names New Animal Care and Control Director
After a nationwide search, Debbie McKnight has been named the permanent Director of Animal Care and Control. McKnight has extensive experience running an animal shelter. She also has a background in animal care and behavior, working most recently for Arizona Humane Society.
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Find a Hydration Station Near You
As it continues to get hotter and hotter in Arizona, it is important to stay hydrated and have shelter. If you find yourself in need of heat relief, visit HeatAZ.com. There you’ll find a map of cooling stations and tips to keep safe during the heat.
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Calling All Retirees!
If you are retired and want to be active in your community, try volunteering! Our Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) looks for both medical and non-medical volunteers for public health efforts.
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Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
During the month of May, we honor Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders for their contributions to Maricopa County, Arizona, and the entire United States. Our Library District curated a collection of books and movies that center AANHPI stories, experiences and perspectives. |
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Pet of the Week
 Meet Canelo! This boy is 6 years young, calm, affectionate and looking for a forever home. He has impeccable leash manners, rides nicely in the car and loves people! Canelo recently attended the One Love AZ Mutt Manner training class and got the full VIP treatment. He was pampered with a spa treatment, played with puzzle toys and showed off his fetch skills. Now he’s ready to be a part of your family!
Happy Tails
“I foster *failed* this beautiful girl, who we named Athena earlier this year. She came to us with 5 puppies, very skinny but full of love to give! Now she spends her days basking in the sun, stealing everyone's food, playing with her siblings, and being the highlight of my entire life. We are so thankful we signed up to foster. I adopted the puppies out to our friends and family. She still sees her pups on a regular basis!! Thank you MCACC!”
--Athena’s Human, Peyton W.
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Job of the Week
 Our Real Estate Department is looking for a Real Estate Manager!
The Real Estate Manager is responsible for leadership related to the operation and continuous improvement of the Real Estate Department. The Real Estate Manager provides input and guidance to the Director, oversees the operation of the department, and has the responsibility for directing complex right-of-way acquisition projects, intergovernmental agreements, and implementation of new software/technology. The Real Estate Manager provides direction, training, and guidance to Real Estate Department staff conducting real property acquisitions and property management functions, including leasing and dispositions.
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