Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Maricopa County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues in public safety
2026 Heat Season Preparedness and Public Health Response
Maricopa County is gearing up for another dangerous summer after recording 427 heat-related deaths in 2025. Public health officials are expanding cooling and respite networks, adding family-specific sites, and partnering with 2-1-1 and local organizations to protect vulnerable residents.
Domestic Violence Awareness Proclamation
The board proclaimed October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month, with members sharing personal survivor stories and highlighting local support networks and county programs available to victims.
Medical Examiner Autopsy Image Disclosure and Educational Research
County officials are seeking a statutory tweak to allow anonymized minor autopsy images to be used for medical research and professional education, navigating a balance between privacy rights and public health training.