It’s been a busy month! Maricopa County District 2 Supervisor and Board Chairman Thomas Galvin put together this highlight reel of many of the goals and promises he’s followed through on since becoming chairman in January, including: Housing policies, economic development, county childcare, budgetary matters, public safety, law and order, PPD oversight, and more.
By Sean Rice | 12 News Maricopa County Board of Supervisors Chairman Thomas Galvin is urging newly appointed U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi to end the Department of Justice’s investigation into the Phoenix Police Department, calling it politically motivated and counterproductive. In a letter sent this week to Bondi, Galvin requested that the DOJ halt efforts to impose federal oversight …
Via Maricopa County Supervisor’s Message A Win for Local Law Enforcement “Today is a win for local law enforcement, Phoenix residents, and, most importantly, federalism. This morning, the Trump Administration announced an end to the Department of Justice’s overreaching investigation of the Phoenix Police Department. Since becoming Chairman, I have promised to fight back against these arbitrary, punitive measures inflicted by the …
By Serene O’Sullivan | KTAR.com PHOENIX — The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved its tentative budget for the 2026 fiscal year on Monday. Supervisor Thomas Galvin, the board’s chairman, said the $3.9 billion 2026 Maricopa County budget plan covers various upgrades while also cutting the property tax rate for the fifth year in a row. “We are planning to …
‘Best of the Capitol’ on June 24 is a light-hearted evening event that honors the people and groups engaged in Arizona politics in 30 categories, including: •Best Lobbyist — Liz Goodman(Rose Law Group Senior Attorney, Chair of Government Affairs) • Best Lobbying Firm— Rose Law Group • Toughest Lobbyist To Go Against —Jordan Rose (Rose Law Group Founder & President) • Best Dressed — Jordan Rose • Best Lobbyist — Court Rich (Rose Law …
Via Maricopa County “Governor Hobbs has signed Senate Bill 1144, which authorizes Maricopa County to seek voter approval for the 20-year extension of the Jail Excise Tax at its current rate of $0.002 (1/5 of one cent). Public safety is one of Maricopa County’s top priorities, and is a core function of local government. Ensuring the continued safety and well-being …
Photo by Madelaine Braggs The ‘pivotal moment’: “Key stakeholders involved in the debate over the Arizona Diamondbacks’ future in downtown Phoenix are scheduled to meet this week to discuss legislation to fund stadium improvements.” Thomas Galvin, chairman of the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors, representative for District 2, and partner at Rose Law Group, “made a commitment to solve the Chase Field …
Thomas Galvin, chairman of the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors and the representative for District 2, ‘squared off’ Sunday with 12News reporter and program host Brahm Resnik for several updates, including… Election control: Galvin discussed the board’s battle with County Recorder Justin Heap over who controls elections. Budget preview: Galvin provided a sneak peek of the county budget in light of Trump’s tariffs and …
By Rose Law Group Reporter Yesterday, Rose Law Group partner & Maricopa County Board Chairman Tom Galvin met with EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin regarding concerns about counterproductive federal air quality regulations in the Valley. Supervisor Galvin was invited by US Senator Mark Kelly and the Arizona Chamber of Commerce to join this bipartisan & productive discussion. Galvin stressed at the …
“The International Dark Sky Discovery Center will provide students and adults from around the Valley and the world the invaluable experience of discovering the wonders of the universe,” Galvin said. “I am happy to support such a fantastic endeavor.” By Bob Burns | YourValley The 20.5-foot Dark Sky Observatory Dome was lowered into place on the International Dark Sky Discovery Center Thursday morning, Feb. 6. This was another milestone …
