Intro: What they say about themselves:
Maricopa County, Arizona was established 151 years ago today and has thrived in ways few could imagine. We are the nation’s fastest-growing county.
The #1 ranked county in the United States for attracting skilled workers
A world-class metropolis, in the heart of the desert, indebted to the Hohokam whose canals gave us accessible water and farmable land; to the Maricopa whose culture helped define us; and to the settlers of the late 1800’s, who set up the institutions that still exist to this day.
We are here to serve you.
Below, in honor of our birthday, a quick guide to everything “Maricopa County.”.
HOW ABOUT CLEAN AIR?
NEWS BITES Food Bank Funds Food banks across the county are receiving upgrades to their equipment and expanding service capacity thanks to investments totaling $6 million approved by the Maricopa County Supervisors. With more Maricopa County families unsure about where they’ll get their next meal, board members felt it was essential to allocate some federal recovery funds to local food banks. Read the press release > Black History Month During the month of February we honor the struggles and triumphs of African Americans in Maricopa County and across the country. To learn more, check out Maricopa County Library District’s Featured Collections. |
Celebrating 150 years of service and information that saves lives,
supports families, and strengthens democracy |
What Exactly Do You Do?
Let’s start with what we don’t do. We’re not a city or town, so we don’t collect your trash or provide your water. We’re not the state legislature so we don’t pass laws. Generally, our responsibilities are outlined by state statute.
They include: |
- Public safety, through the Sheriff’s Office which patrols unincorporated areas and staffs and operates jails
- Public health, through our Public Health, Correctional Health, and Environmental Services Departments
- Elections, through our Elections Department and Recorder’s Office
- Regulatory functions that promote community wellbeing such as air quality, food safety, and development
We also manage parks and libraries, build roads, keep track of vital records, take care of homeless pets, and provide assistance programs to individuals and families from birth to the end of life. In short, we do a
LATEST INFORMATION |
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COVID-19 Spread is Declining But Still High 544 COVID-19 Cases Per 100,000;
23% Positivity View case data
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Feeling Sick?
Consider Getting Tested for COVID-19 Free tests can be ordered through the mail or found at any testing event location throughout the Valley. Get COVID-19 testing information |
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TODAY'S KEY MESSAGE What Can Your County Do For You? |
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Maricopa County, Arizona was established 151 years ago today and has thrived in ways few could imagine. 
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