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Daily COVID-19 Update: Feb. 26

February 26, 2021 Update Includes:

• Number of COVID-19 Cases in Maricopa County
• Number of Vaccine Doses Given at County Sites
• Now Vaccinating Phase 1A & 1B Priority
• Johnson and Johnson Vaccine Update
• Who Should Not Get The COVID-19 Vaccine?
• Protecting Teache...

Maricopa County Election Forensic Audit Results Released

February 23, 2021 (Phoenix) – Maricopa County’s election equipment and software passed all tests performed by two independent firms hired to conduct the forensic audit, according to reports by two federally certified Voting Sy...

Maricopa County Library District Expands Technology & Internet Access Opportunities Wi-Fi Hotspots

PHOENIX, Ariz. – Feb. 16 – Maricopa County Library District (MCLD) is expanding its Wi-Fi Hotspot and Chromebook lending program to all 18 of its libraries—a service that had previously been available at just four of its branches. Thanks to CARES...

Maricopa County To Expand Vaccination Eligibility to Adults 65 And Older

With more than 44 percent of people 75 and older now having received at least one vaccine dose, Maricopa County is excited to expand vaccine eligibility to adults 65 and older in all vaccine locations starting Monday, February 15. This decision is in alig...

Board of Supervisors Approves Extensive Audit of Elections Equipment

The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously today to authorize a forensic audit of ballot tabulation equipment used in the 2020 elections. The audit is the culmination of a year-long effort by Maricopa County to ensure the accuracy of the f...

Jack Sellers Elected Chairman of Maricopa County Board of Supervisors

January 6, 2021 – PHOENIX – Jack Sellers, the newly-elected Chairman of the Board of Supervisors, says he’s focused on building a brighter future for Maricopa County.


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“Over the last year, I have watched as our whole nation has be...

Maricopa County Registered Apprenticeship Program Ranked #1

When it comes to connecting job seekers to paid apprenticeships, no one does it better than Maricopa County.  The U.S. Department of Labor ranks Maricopa County #1 in the United States for the number of people placed into registered apprenticeshi...

Maricopa County Receives Second COVID-19 Vaccine

Maricopa County Department of Public Health received its first doses of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine Tuesday morning.  Four boxes holding approximately 18,000 doses arrived at a Public Health facility.  Approved by the FDA with an Emerge...

Maricopa County Activates COVID-19 Vaccine Plan

PHOENIX (December 16, 2020) -- For the next several weeks, three letters will be at the center of COVID-19 vaccination efforts: POD. 

A Point of Dispensing (POD) site is a location where designated populations can obtain critical emergency supplie...

Maricopa County Prepares for Distribution of COVID-19 Vaccine

Board Votes to Intervene in Election Case

Phoenix - The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to intervene in the Ward v. Jackson litigation to facilitate the court’s process and defend the integrity and accuracy of the county election.  Supervisor Steve Gallardo, Distri...

Board of Supervisors Certifies Maricopa County Election Results

On November 20, the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors canvassed the 2020 General Election, certifying that the results are accurate and provided a full accounting of all the ballots cast in the election.In the midst of a pandemic, more than 2 million, ...

Board Members Release Letter to Voters

The following letter was sent to Maricopa County voters following the 2020 General Election.  You can also read it here.

November 4, 2020 

Dear Maricopa County voters, 

As members of the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors, we are...

Maricopa County General Election Results Posted

Unofficial results are now posted for the November General Election.Early tallies show 1,487,624 voters cast a ballot. This represents about 57.32 percent of total eligible voters, which is the highest number of early ballots ever released on Election Nig...

Maricopa County Has Distributed More Than $230 Million in CARES Act Funds

At the direction of the Board of Supervisors, more than $230 million in CARES Act funds had been distributed by mid-September.  With 71% of the County’s $399 million CARES Act allocation either spent or committed, the County is well on its way to...

Maricopa County Vote Centers Are Open This Weekend

Maricopa County voters who have an issue preventing them from voting in-person on Election Day can visit any of the Vote Centers beginning at 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30 through Monday at 5 p.m. 

State law requires that a voter must provide identificat...

4 Million and Counting: County Gets PPE Where It's Needed Most

Maricopa County Unified Command has stepped up to provide critical protection to the community during the COVID-19 pandemic.  Unified Command has now distributed more than four million pieces of personal protective equipment (PPE), including a si...

Board Proclaims October Domestic Violence Awareness Month

The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors issued a proclamation today recognizing October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The proclamation is part of a long-running commitment by the Board to shed light on the issue and comes at a time when there are...

November General Election Early Voting Begins October 7

Early Voting begins October 7 for the November General Election. More than 2 million early ballots are on their way to voters, and in-person Vote Centers open today.

Maricopa County is expanding voting access for the November General Election, while focusi...

Maricopa County Expands COVID-19 Relief

Maricopa County has bolstered its support for residents who are struggling due to the COVID-19 pandemic with new CARES Act funding allocations to local non-profit organizations and food banks, as well as funding increases to programs for rental assistance...

Board Allocates Additional CARES Act Funds for Individuals and Families

The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors is providing additional support to individuals, families, and businesses struggling financially because of the COVID-19 pandemic.  The Board voted today to reallocate federal CARES Act dollars to support l...

Maricopa County Approves November General Election Plans

Maricopa County is preparing for historic turnout, expanding voter access and implementing safety measures for the November General Election. County officials outlined their election plans at the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors meeting today, Septemb...

Maricopa County Announces COVID-19 Antibody Project

All August Primary Ballots Counted in Maricopa County

All ballots have been counted in Maricopa County for the August 4 Primary Election.

The breakdown:

• 2,431,029 eligible voters
• 860,704 ballots cast
•  35.4% turnout

During a pandemic, more Maricopa County voters participated in the 2020 ...

Maricopa County Tallies Nearly All Ballots Today

Maricopa County has counted nearly all ballots cast in the August Primary Election today.

There are 2,385 remaining ballots, which include those with signature issues and provisional ballots. The Elections Department has contacted all of those voters. Stat...

Maricopa County Vote Centers Are Open This Weekend

Maricopa County voters who have an issue preventing them from voting in-person on Election Day can visit any of the Vote Centers open today, August 1 through Monday.

State law requires that a voter must provide identification and sign a statement attesting...

Maricopa County Now Offering Virtual Inspections for Some Permits

Maricopa County is now offering a faster way to get certain home renovation projects inspected.  The Planning and Development Department just rolled out virtual inspections for the following permits:

“We want responsible development to c...

Maricopa County Approves August Primary Election Plans

Maricopa County is expanding voting access for the August Primary Election, while focusing on the health and safety of voters and poll workers, according to the Primary Election plans approved by county officials today.

Due to the impact of COVID-19, the r...

Public Health Advises Residents How to Slow the Spread of COVID-19

Maricopa County Public Health Reminds Residents That They Have a Role to Play in Slowing the Spread of COVID-19 

Strongly recommends that all residents wear masks in public settings 

 PHOENIX (June 10, 2...

Board Allocates $399 Million for COVID-19 Response and Recovery

Maricopa County is injecting nearly $400 million into the local economy to help combat COVID-19.  With today’s unanimous vote by the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors, there’s now a clearer picture of how individuals, families, businesses, and...

Board of Supervisors to Vote on Final Budget on June 22

Tax Rate Will Be Set in August 

The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors will vote on final approval of its FY 2021 budget during a public hearing on Monday, June 22.  The Board, which also governs the Flood Control, Library, and Stadium districts...

Correctional Health Services and MCSO Respond to a Rise in COVID-19 Cases in County Jails

Phoenix - Maricopa County Correctional Health Services (CHS) and Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) are tracking and responding to a rise in COVID-19 cases inside jail facilities.

Since May 30^th, confirmed cases rose from six to 30.  This represent...

Building Permits Increase Despite COVID-19 Economic Fallout

Maricopa County Launches Text-Message Outreach to Positive COVID-19 Cases

PHOENIX (May 22, 2020)—Maricopa County Department of Public Health (MCDPH) has now added text messaging to its toolbox to inform COVID-19-positive Maricopa County residents about what they need to do to take care of themselves and reduce the spr...

Weekly Update (May 22): COVID-19 Resources and Information for Residents

The Weekly Update for May 1st Includes:

• Memorial Day Weekend Plans
• Travel
• Large Gatherings
• Restaurants
• Pools
• County Parks
• Don’t Forget the Basics
• Financial Assistance
• County Operations Impact
• Public Inquiries

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County Effort Provides Critical Services to Vulnerable Populations During COVID-19 Pandemic

Maricopa County and its partners are making new connections with those experiencing homelessness during the pandemic, giving hundreds of people safer places to live while also planning ahead for the summer heat and long-term needs.

“These are no ...

Board of Supervisors Approves Tentative FY 2021 Budget Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

Maricopa County is putting hundreds of millions of dollars in federal funds to immediate use helping people impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic while also pulling back on&n...

Weekly Update (May 15): COVID-19 Resources and Information for Residents

The Weekly Update for May 15th Includes:

• "Stay Home” Order Expires; Physical Distancing Still Encouraged
• Guidance for Going Out in Public
• Face Masks and Coverings
• Testing
• Returning to Work
• Help Finding A Job
• Additional Assistance
• County Operations ...

Maricopa County Public Health Launches Massive COVID-19 Investigation and Contact Tracing Effort

PHOENIX (May 13, 2020)—Maricopa County Department of Public Health (MCDPH) has launched a massive scaling-up of its ongoing communicable disease investigation and contact tracing program to address the increased number of cases resulting from th...

Board Approves Spending Guidelines for CARES Act Funding

Phoenix – The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors approved spending guidelines to disperse more than $398 million during 2020.  This money was distributed to Maricopa County by the U.S. Treasury as part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief a...

Food Assistance and More: Maricopa County, Partners Alert Public to Available Services

Many individuals and families in Maricopa County are experiencing the ripple effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, with some relying on the social safety net for the first time in their lives.  Maricopa County and its partners want residents to know ...

Maricopa County Considers Revised Election Model for Primary

Due to the impact of COVID-19, the Maricopa County Elections Department is considering a revised election model for the August 4 Primary Election.

The proposed plan would move Maricopa County to an all Vote Center election model for the Primary Election, a...

First Case of COVID-19 Confirmed in Maricopa County Jails

May 1, 2020 - Maricopa County Correctional Health Services (CHS) and Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) received the first positive test for COVID-19 of someone in custody in a jail facility.

The individual was arrested on April 26th. During the in...

Weekly Update (April 10): COVID-19 Resources and Information for Residents

The Weekly Update for May 1st Includes:

• “Stay Home” Order Extended
• Testing
• Updated COVID-19 Symptoms
• Families and Long-Term Care Facilities
• Job Assistance
• Pets and COVID-19
• Heat Relief
• County Operations Impact
• Public Inquiries

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Local Manufacturer Donates Surgical Gowns to Maricopa County Unified Command

Senator McSally, Chairman Hickman grateful for much-needed PPE

(May 1, 2020) – Today, the Maricopa County Unified Command Center received a donation of 2,500 surgical gowns from AmSafe Manufacturing. Board of Supervisors Chairman Clint Hickman an...

Maricopa County Public Health Provides Guidance on COVID-19 Testing Options

Maricopa County Increases Efforts to Assist Homeless Population

More Beds, Safer Outdoor Space

PHOENIX (April 28, 2020) – Maricopa County is taking additional action to support those experiencing homelessness during the COVID-19 pandemic, moving people off the streets and into newly-leased indoor locations; s...

Maricopa County Parks Taking Preventive Actions to Protect Visitors

Maricopa County’s parks, trails, and open spaces provide spaces for respite, health, and wellness. However the temporary closures of local gyms, entertainment services, and recreational opportunities has made open space parks and trails some of ...

Weekly Update (April 3): COVID-19 Resources and Information for Maricopa County Residents

Maricopa County remains under the official declaration of a local emergency due to the COVID-19 pandemic, while the State of Arizona is under a “Stay Home” order until April 30, 2020.  The Maricopa County Joint Information Cen...

Weekly Update: COVID-19 Resources and Information for Maricopa County Residents

Maricopa County remains under the official declaration of a local emergency due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Maricopa County Joint Information Center (JIC) has compiled a number of resources for County residents to manage the physical, economic, social a...

Maricopa County Chairman Signs Emergency Declaration

March 18, 2020—PHOENIX— The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors Chairman Clint Hickman signed a Proclamation of a Local Emergency in Maricopa County. This action will provide additional resources to assist the county with coordinating...

Board Adjusts Emergency Leave and Teleworking Policies for County Staff during COVID-19 Pandemic

March 16, 2020 (Phoenix) – To address the impact of COVID-19 during this worldwide pandemic, and with the advice of the Maricopa County Department of Public Health, the Board of Supervisors approved emergency exceptions to the county’s...

Changes to Voting Locations for Presidential Preference Election

March 13, 2020 (Phoenix) – The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors acted decisively today to protect both public health and voting rights in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, adding more “vote anywhere” locations, while en...

New Career Center Opens in Glendale

Maricopa County’s West Valley Career Center officially opened a new, more convenient location in Glendale to serve both job seekers and employers.  With more than 200 people moving to Maricopa County each day, the demand for high-qualit...