Police presence changes driver behavior
Regardless of the related expense to taxpayers, the Maricopa Police Department's presence has had a real impact on behavior. And there's more than anecdotal evidence to support that.
Supervisor Snider brings county issues to Congress
Chairman Snider said, "I am pleased to report that I was able to meet one-on-one with our entire Congressional delegation on issues pertaining to Pinal County."
MPD Report March 25, 2009
00:42:11 03/25/09 09-03915 Warrant:Arrest HONEYCUTT TRF STOP WARRANT ARREST 03:54:28 03/25/09 09-03916 Information N DIETZ DR SAYS THAT THERE IS...
PCSO Report March 25, 2009
090325013 UNWANTED PERSON Incident Address...
City’s unemployment rate up slightly in February
Maricopa continued to follow the state trend in February when the city posted a slight increase in the unemployment rate.
City offers Passport Fair on Saturday
The City of Maricopa is hosting a Passport Fair Saturday, March 28, to accept passport applications and to provide passport book and card information to residents.
Budget cuts and our public safety
I have submitted a 3 percent ($484,264) budget reduction in addition to the recent 2 percent ($321,769.00) just made to our sheriff's office. At a time when the Pinal County Sheriff's Office requires additional staffing to meet the increasing demand for service, I am forced to reduce our budget.
MPD Report March 24, 2009
Daily Blotter 00:57:31 03/24/09 09-03868 Criminal Damage N GIBSON DR RPS DOWNSTAIRS WINDOW WAS JUST BROKEN. UNK WHICH WINDOW. UNK IF SOMEONE...
PCSO Report March 24, 2009
090324093 Impounded Vehicle Incident Address : 21;...
Republican Club to host Maricopa’s founding families
On Thursday, March 25, at 6:45 p.m. the Republican Club will host a presentation entitled 'Maricopa History Leaders.'
Pinal County to suspend burn permits
Temperatures on already on the rise, and the resulting heat will quickly dry seasonal vegetation, leading to an acute wildfire risk in the deserts and upland areas of Pinal County.
MPD Report March 23, 2009
00:07:22 03/23/09 09-03823 DUI CIRCLE K ADVISING OF A POSS DUI TAN FORD BIG CAR VEH WAS SWERVING ALL OVER THE RD ...
PCSO Report March 23, 2009
090323041 Recovered Stolen Vehicle Incident Address : N MURPHY RD; N END AT RESV BOUNDRY...
Lane closures extended on SR 347
From 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday through Wednesday, stretches of the far left lanes in both directions on John Wayne Parkway will closed from Edison Road to Cobblestone Farm Drive.
Seminar to offer tips on stimulus money for small businesses
Small-business owners looking for information on how to get a piece of the stimulus pie will get an opportunity through a seminar in April in Casa Grande.
Villages, city host Neighborhood Days event in community
Between 850 and 900 neighbors in the Villages at Rancho El Dorado attended the first Neighborhood Days event in the city last weekend.
PCSO Weekend Report March 20-22, 2009
090320034 Fire ...
MPD Weekend Report March 20-22, 2009
00:06:56 03/20/09 09-03660 Runaway Juvenile W MARICOPA-CASA GRAN IRT RP ADV HER NEPHEW A MINOR HAS LEFT AND IS VIOLATING CURFEW... ...
Team Province raises $5,000 for diabetes research
Last weekend Team Province's eight bicyclists completed the Phoenix Tour de Cure.
Cross references
Joy in the journey, it's what makes our lives bearable sometimes.
Pinal County Fair offers family fun at low prices
The 53rd Annual Pinal County Fair opens Wednesday, March 25, and runs through Sunday, March 29. Exciting entertainment, livestock shows, shopping and enticing exhibits will all be part of the five-day run.
MDA girls to perform at Suns pre-game tonight
Tonight the Maricopa Dance Academy (MDA) performance groups will perform at the Phoenix Suns' pre-game show as the Suns take on the Washington Wizards.
Proclamation honors labor leader Cesar Chavez
Pinal County's Board of Supervisors and the county attorney earlier this month honored the life and works of Cesar Chavez in the form of a proclamation for the late migrant labor leader.
Senior Freeze protects property values
September 1 is the deadline for filing for the Senior Property Valuation Protection more commonly known as the 'Senior Freeze.'
Mayor: Renewable energy bill can boost rural Arizona economy
With more than 300 days of sunshine a year, Arizona is losing the numerous solar companies that are looking to expand to the Mountain West states. And this is at a critical time when we need the kind of high-paying jobs they provide.
Pet photos with Easter Bunny to support local rescue efforts
On Sunday, March 29, the Easter Bunny will hop into Pacana Park to meet Maricopa residents and their pets, posing with those canines and felines for photos.
Pinal sheriff appointed to NOVA advisory board
Sheriff Paul Babeu recently became Pinal County's first elected official to be appointed to the National Organization for Victim's Assistance (NOVA) as an honorary advisory board member.
MPD Report March 19, 2009
00:16:22 03/19/09 09-03606 Suspicious RANCH & KERRY; CANAL BANK UTL SAYS THAT HE HEARD A STRANGE...
PCSO Report March 19, 2009
090319022 Found Property Incident Address...
Maricopa Business Center festival a hit with families
This past Saturday, more than 300 people gathered for the second annual Family Festival at Maricopa Business Center. The event, which was put on by the businesses of the plaza, featured exotic animals, rare cars, face painting, arts and crafts and performances.