"I'm Proud to Vote for a Budget That Puts Taxpayers First"
On June 24, the Board unanimously approved the final FY 2025 budget, trimming the overall County budget by 11% and cutting the property tax rate for a fourth straight year.
- Maricopa County is making significant investments in high-priority areas like public safety (nearly 50% of overall budget), election administration, and workforce development.
- A focus on public safety funding ensures essential services like law enforcement, jails, probation, courts, and criminal justice receive necessary support.
- The County budget includes taxpayer protections, with the tax levy $257.1 million below the state maximum. All federal post-pandemic relief dollars have been allocated and are benefiting the community.
- County programs for quality-of-life improvements, including affordable housing, homelessness prevention, career and education opportunities, and public health infrastructure enhancement.
I’m VERY PROUD of this budget! I’ve voted for property tax rate cuts each year I’ve been in office. Maintained investment in public safety. The County is in great financial shape. Protecting the Maricopa County taxpayer is my #1 priority.
KTAR: Galvin Discusses Budget
Statement Condemning Federal Oversight of Phoenix Police Department
“The announcement made today by the U.S. Department of Justice to seek federal oversight of the Phoenix Police Department is a shameful and unfounded decision by the federal government. The Phoenix Police Department has a long-standing history of implementing reforms and addressing issues within the agency to maintain the integrity of the profession."
Heat Relief: Dog Shoes, Water Bowls and Chilled Water Fountains at Parks
I am committed to providing heat relief services for Maricopa County residents during the hot summer months. This includes offering dog shoes, water bowls and chilled water fountains to help keep both residents and their pets protected and hydrated. Heat relief sites are available throughout Maricopa County from May 1st to September 30th.
 
Mesa: Gateway Library Groundbreaking Ceremony
I was honored to participate in the groundbreaking for the new Mesa Gateway Library, marking the start of construction on the city's first full-service library in over 25 years. The 28,000 square foot library is expected to open in the summer of 2025.
 
District 2 Community Spotlight
 Rongchan (Fanny) Tan, founder of Tan Hua Inc., is dedicated to promoting traditional Chinese medicine and culture. Born in China, she has a lifelong passion for herbal remedies and holistic wellness. Her company imports and distributes high-quality Chinese herbs, teas, and dried goods. Established by her father 52 years ago in China, the business moved to San Francisco Chinatown and expanded to Mekong Plaza in Mesa's Asian Business District in 2016. Fanny is actively engaged in the Mesa Chambers Asian District committee and actively engages with the community through workshops, seminars, and fostering awareness of Chinese herbal medicine. Her entrepreneurial spirit and deep knowledge have made Rongchan (Fanny) Tan, a respected leader in the industry.
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Heat Relief Hotline: 2-1-1
As temperatures rise well into the triple digits, Maricopa County is adding heat relief services to the 2-1-1 hotline. For any heat-related concerns, such as finding a cooling center, checking on neighbors, or air conditioning issues, call 2-1-1. Beat the heat and stay safe in Arizona!
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