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COUNTY NEWS ROOM | December 5th, 2022
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HEADLINE STORIES |
Election Canvass Complete
After hearing public comment and a presentation by Maricopa County's Elections Directors, the Board of Supervisors voted 5-0 to canvass the 2022 November General Election, certifying the election results are accurate and providing a full accounting of all the ballots cast in the election. The canvass is required by law, making the results official and paving the way for any election contests that might come. At the meeting, board members and elections staff addressed common questions we've seen since Nov. 8. You can watch all (or parts) of the four-hour canvass meeting in the link to your left, or read statements from board members here.
RELATED: Watch the final formal BOS meeting of the year on Wednesday, 12/7 at 9:30 am >
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The Annual Report, Elevated
Human Services Department employees proved they were up to the task after receiving historic funding from the Board of Supervisors to help people recover from the effects of the pandemic.
That includes:
- $80 million went to emergency rental and utility assistance.
- $65 million went to affordable housing.
- 352 new shelter beds were constructed.
- $14.5 million was invested in workforce support.
- $10.6 million went to aiding seniors
- $15 million went to survivor support
- $5 million went to local food banks.
The Department just issued its annual report, highlighting not just projects completed or dollars spent, but the real human impact of their work. Complete with easy-to-read infographics and client testimonials, it's more proof that what we do every day at Maricopa County makes a difference in our community!
Read Human Services' Annual Report >
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FEATURED VIDEO
New Health Center
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Seeing the growing need for accessible healthcare, Maricopa County invested $45 million in federal rescue funds into eight affordable health centers across the Valley. The first of these, the Cholla Health Center, opened late last month. The comprehensive health center provides medical, dental, behavioral health services, psychiatry, nutrition, community resources and even a pharmacy. Health providers will be able to see 13,000 patients yearly regardless of income. Congrats!
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AROUND THE COUNTY |
Shopping Spree for Head Start Teachers
To ensure that Head Start classrooms are stocked with the latest learning tools for students and that its teachers do not have to pay out-of-pocket for classroom supplies, Maricopa County hosted its second “Red Carpet” event for Head Start teachers. Teachers were able to select educational supplies and items for their classrooms to reinforce the many lessons taught to children from birth to age 5.
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World of Illumination Light Show at Adobe Dam
Experience a Rockin' Christmas at one of Maricopa County's excellent regional parks, Adobe Dam. Six Flags Hurricane Harbor is hosting the "World of Illumination" light show now through New Year's Day from 6 to 10 pm. Tickets start at $40 per vehicle. You can save up to 20% by attending a weeknight show Monday through Thursday.
Buy your tickets here >
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SOCIAL MEDIA HIGHLIGHTS |
A Day in the Life of a MASH Unit Detention Officer
 MCSO's MASH unit offers a safe haven for animals rescued from abuse and neglect cases. In the video above, witness a day in the life of MASH unit and see how the program helps both animals and incarcerated folks.
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CAPTION CONTEST |
Congratulations, Mark Paulat!
 According to Interpretive Ranger Mark Paulat from the Parks Department, Bat Dog would have rather been Superman this year.
Thank you Mark, and everyone who submitted a caption!
Now for this issue's photo...
 Lauren Hebing from my team says she is trying to get her cat, Ollie, in the Christmas spirit but I'm not sure it's working. Have a caption for this look?
Send it our way using the link above, or email us your favorite pet pic and we may use it in a future issue of Currents.
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IN THE NEWS |
Maricopa County Attorney Says Any Potential Threats Against Election Officials will be Investigated
via KJZZ
Maricopa's Final Election Results Aren't Missing Thousands of Votes
via AZ Family
Majority of Arizonans Trust Elections, Despite Persistence of Election Denialism
via AZ Mirror
Maricopa County Animal Shelter Reopens After Outbreak, Kicks Off Empty the Shelters Adoption Drive
via AZ Family
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NEWS AND VIDEO |
Bissell Pet Adoption Event
 Maricopa County Animal Care & Control joins 275+ shelters participating in “Empty the Shelters – Holiday Hope” event which will be held from December 1st to December 11th. Adoption fees will be waved for cats and dogs!
See adoptable pets here >
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