July 2023 Update from County Supervisor Thomas Galvin

Maricopa County, Arizona sent this bulletin at 07/31/2023 04:01 PM MST

Message from Supervisor Thomas Galvin

Hello Neighbors:

Maricopa County continues to work with local municipalities and service organizations to assist and protect our most vulnerable neighbors during the hot summer months. I am proud of our efforts and want to take the opportunity to share with you some highlights of the work we are doing at Maricopa County.

Please make sure and check on your elderly and other neighbors that may need assistance.

Thank you for your continued support. It is an honor and a privilege to serve as your Supervisor from District 2.

District Highlights

Lunch with Bishop Dolan of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

I was honored to meet with Bishop John Dolan of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix. We discussed many of the issues that plague our communities including homelessness and the scourge of drugs.

I am grateful to Bishop Dolan for discussing ways we can address these important issues together. I will continue to work with faith leaders and others who understand these challenging issues so we can find ways to alleviate the pain and suffering caused by these challenges in our community.

Scottsdale: Speaking at the Scottsdale Rotary Club

The Scottsdale Rotary Club invited me to be their guest speaker. I provided an overview of Maricopa County updates including how we once again cut property tax rates. Thank you, Scottsdale Rotary Club, for your service and all you are doing in the Scottsdale community.

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Mesa: Paul Revere Academy Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting

I am excited to welcome the Paul Revere Academy (PRA) to the community. Located on the EVIT Campus in Mesa, PRA is a joint innovation between Heritage Academy and EVIT. The Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting took place last week and classes start the last week of July.

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Helping Families Keep Cool

The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors approved a $10 million increase to the HVAC repair and replacement fund that helps homeowners in the county with the cost of energy efficiency home improvement projects.

The County’s Home Improvement Program has completed more than 300 projects to help eligible households. With the additional funding, the County estimates that up to 600 households will be supported with HVAC repairs and/or full system replacements.

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Heat Safety

Take extra precautions during the extreme heat we are experiencing in the Valley. Stay cool, hydrated, and informed to keep yourself and others safe through these hot weeks.

Although anyone can be at risk of heat-related illness, children, older adults, and those with chronic illnesses are at the greatest risk. Remember to "look before you lock" and never leave children or pets behind in the car.

Visit Maricopa.gov/Heat to find resources to help, including a map of emergency cooling & water stations, a guide to the warning signs of heat illness, and tips to stay healthy in the heat.

Homeless Services Info

Monsoon Season is Here: Remember to Fight the Bite

Good news! We are excited to announce that Maricopa County Environmental Services is launching a Mosquito Guide & Toolkit to help you in your efforts to Fight the Bite and keep your community safe.

Homeowner Associations, neighborhoods, municipalities, and concerned individuals and groups will now easily find resources on avoiding mosquito bites and taking action to prevent mosquito breeding in your community. The department is unveiling the toolkit during the Monsoon season in anticipation of weather conditions that could be conducive to an increase in mosquito activity. Click here or on the button below to get more information and remember the 4 R's!

Repel applying EPA-registered insect repellent
Remove standing water
Repair damaged screens
Remind family to protect themselves with repellent

Mosquito Toolkit

Many Adoptions Available at Maricopa County Animal Care and Control

Our Maricopa County Animal Care and Control shelters currently have over 500 dogs available for adoption in all ages, sizes, and personalities. All adoptions include spay/neuter, vaccinations, microchip, and a dog license. Spread the word. and visit Maricopa.gov/AdoptPets to see all adoptable dogs!

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Happy Tails

“Angel, who went by Soldier Boy in the East kennel, has become our little baby and our fur girls’ best friend. We saw him all over Facebook and his time at the shelter was coming to an end. As fosters with MCACC, I felt a calling to go save him. At the time, East was not doing fostering and his only hope (with only a couple hours left) was to be adopted. So, I did. Our close friends lost their fur-baby last year and coincidentally, Angel looks identical to her. Our friends love coming over to see him and we love having him. Angel is safe and sound. He truly is an Angel.”

Angel’s Human, Isabel R.

Adoptable Pets