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COUNTY NEWS ROOM | APRIL 12, 2021
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HEADLINE STORIES |
Congratulations, Jen Pokorski!
Jen Pokorski has been promoted to Assistant County Manager. She recently served as director of Planning & Development. Her career at Maricopa County also includes serving as the director of the Ombudsman Office, and as a project manager for Flood Control. Prior to joining the County in 2005, Jen worked for several different government and non-profits in Phoenix and Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Jen brings a wealth of experience to her new job, and we wish her well in her role helping Air Quality, Environmental Services, Flood Control, Planning & Development, Real Estate, and Transportation take their operations to the next level!
View the updated organizational chart >
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It's Your Shot!
Still need your COVID-19 vaccination? The County's voluntary Employee Vaccination Program is open to all employees, and Human Resources is making it easy for you to get your shot by scheduling your appointment for you!
Email HR to get your vaccine scheduled. The program is only available to current employees.
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FEATURED GRAPHIC
Your Impact
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Maricopa County employees have stepped up in a big way during the pandemic, providing critical support to people in need.
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FEATURED ARTICLES |
Construction Zone Tragedy
There are real people behind the orange cones. That is the message MCDOT is sending to the community after one of its workers was killed in a hit and run collision in Glendale. 37-year-old Gustav Danielson was working to remove traffic barricades when he was hit by a truck earlier this month. Our deepest condolences go out to our colleagues at MCDOT. We hope this tragedy serves as a reminder to everyone to take care and slow down in work and construction zones.
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The 411 on 301 Construction
The County has spent $1.4 billion since 2000 on new construction, major upgrades, and investments in infrastructure or technology. Now, the
Administration Building at 301 W. Jefferson St. is getting a facelift.
The second floor has been remodeled into a "One-Stop Shop" and consolidates all the County's permitting agencies into a centralized location. Planning and Development just moved in. The entire renovation is expected to be completed in the summer of 2022.
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Way To Go, Lester!
Lester Godsey, OET's Chief Information Security Officer, was recognized as a "Top 25 Doer and Dreamer" by GovTech Magazine. This was no small feat considering he played a central role in protecting the integrity of three elections for the County in 2020!
Building trust is at the heart of Lester's cybersecurity approach. He strives for consensus and building relationships across the County. Congrats, Lester!
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Open Enrollment is April 12-May 7
Open Enrollment is passive this year. No action is needed if you want to keep the same benefits as last year. There are exceptions: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) require an annual contribution amount.
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CAPTION CONTEST
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Congratulations, Angie Hernandez!
 Some of you thought Collette wanted a booster seat or a coloring book and crayons. Angie Hernandez believes Collette knows exactly what she wants: "I'll take my steak medium rare please, and hold the onions." Thanks to Angie, and to everyone who participated in our caption contest!
Now for this issue's photo...
 Janine Mendoza over at MCSO says she works hard so Bruce Wayne (pictured above) can have a good life. Think he appreciates her efforts? Have a caption for it? Send it to us using the link above. Have a favorite pet pic you want to share? Email us and we may include it in a future issue of Currents.
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IN THE NEWS |
Maricopa County Initiative Vaccinates 26,000 School and Child Care Workers
via ktar.com
1.3 Million Residents in Maricopa County have had at Least 1 Dose of COVID-19 Vaccine
via azfamily.com
Thousands of Eviction Cases are Still Being Filed Each Month in Arizona
via ABC15.com
Maricopa County Attorney's Office Training Fourth Dog to Help Children through Trial Process
via ABC15.com
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NEWS AND VIDEO |
Check out past news stories on Maricopa County's YouTube Channel. Read other news from the County and Board of Supervisors.
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