August 25 PCFYI: Public defenders get results, puppies for every personality and heat survey

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Newsletter 2

Aug. 25, 2023 — Vol. 8, No. 16

Isaiah Cotroneo skateboarder

Public Defender's Office helps
skateboarder stick landing in life

When Isaiah Cotroneo found himself in trouble with the law again and facing a drug-possession charge, he expected he would get six to 10 years in prison. Fortunately for him, someone from the Pima County Public Defender’s Office was assigned to handle his case. With the public defender's help, he was able to avoid prison time, underwent drug treatment, had his rights fully restored and eventually started a business as a skateboarding instructor. "I owe it all to my public defender," he says.

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There's a pup for every personality
at Pima Animal Care Center

a pet for everyone at pacc

Clear the Shelters month is coming to an end at the Pima Animal Care Center, but it’s not too late to find a pup like Mystic (at left) who will fit in perfectly at your home. PACC has 420 dogs in a variety of sizes, breeds and ages. Many are house- or crate-trained and get along great with other dogs, cats and kids. To celebrate the end of the month, PACC is hosting the “Dog Days of Summer Adoption Night” on Saturday, Aug. 26, from 3 to 8 p.m. at the shelter, 4000 N. Silverbell Road.

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Health Department seeks public input
on experiences related to heat

heat survey

Do you live in Pima County? You can help the Pima County Health Department learn about our community’s experience with extreme heat, heat-related illness and awareness of cooling centers in the county. Click on the button below to take the Extreme Heat and Cooling Centers Survey. For more information on heat safety, visit pima.gov/heat.

TAKE SURVEY


Saturday is National Dog Day

National Dog Day

You don't need to get flowers, but perhaps you can spoil your favorite dog in the world with a special treat or activity on Aug. 26. After all, it is National Dog Day. So, take a few moments to make your furry pal feel extra special.

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8 things to know if a relative is arrested

8 things to know if relative is arrested

Having a family member arrested can be a stressful and confusing time. The Pima County Public Defender’s Office has some tips on what you should know and do if a loved one is arrested in Pima County. Need more information? Visit www.pima.gov/knowyourights.

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Safety officials remind residents:
'Don't hike in the heat'

don't hike in the heat

Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos and Golder Ranch Fire Chief Thomas Brandhuber remind all county residents and visitors to avoid going on hikes during the hottest time of the day. If you must hike during the Arizona summer, make sure to only go early in the morning or late in the afternoon. And always carry plenty of water.

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Digital navigators offer in-depth,
personalized help with online services

library-digital-navigators

If you ever need help getting online, solving technical problems with internet-connected devices and building digital skills, the Pima County Public Library suggests giving Connect Arizona a try. Connect Arizona is a free resource for digital skills training. The program's digital navigators provide one-on-one assistance to help Arizona residents and are available by phone, text message and email six days a week — Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Don't let the devices win. Call Connect Arizona when you are having technical issues.

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