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Pinal County just revamped its air quality regulations in response to federal court decisions, reinstating critical emergency provisions to better protect our environment!

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Pinal supervisors adopt air-quality code changes tied to federal SSM litigation
The Board adopted Resolution No. 102826-AQ to reinstate emergency affirmative defense provisions and update definitions in the Pinal County Air Quality Control District Code after a federal rule change related to Startup/Shutdown/Malfunction litigation; action was taken Oct. 28 after a public hearing.
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October 30, 2026 at 4:15 AM
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Pinal County just secured $275,260 in VOCA grants to bolster support for victims across multiple courts with new advocate positions!

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Board accepts multiple VOCA victim-assistance grants totaling $275,260
Pinal County accepted three Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) grant awards totaling $275,260 and approved required county match transfers on Oct. 28 to fund victim advocate positions across several courts and offices.
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October 31, 2026 at 5:26 PM
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The ADEQ has revealed crucial updates on the Aquifer Protection Permit for the Santa Cruz Copper Mine, shedding light on the future of this significant project in Casa Grande.

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ADEQ updates board on Aquifer Protection Permit timeline for Santa Cruz Copper project
Arizona Department of Environmental Quality staff told the Pinal County Board of Supervisors on Oct. 28 that the Aquifer Protection Permit (APP) for the Santa Cruz Copper Mine in Casa Grande remains under review and provided an anticipated timeline for issuance; the briefing was informational and no county action was requested.
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October 30, 2026 at 4:18 AM
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Pinal County's Board of Supervisors has just approved crucial changes to air-quality rules that could reshape local environmental policy!

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Pinal supervisors approve local air-quality rule changes tied to SSM court ruling
The board approved Resolution No. 102826-AQ to reinstate emergency affirmative defense provisions in the Pinal County Air Quality Control District Code, citing the D.C. Circuit SSM litigation as the driver for rulemaking.
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November 2, 2026 at 5:06 PM
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Pinal County is stepping up support for victims by approving over $275,000 in grants to fund essential victim advocate positions!

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Board approves multiple VOCA victim-assistance grants to support victim advocates
Pinal County approved three Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) award agreements totaling more than $275,000 to fund victim advocate positions across County Attorney and Juvenile Court programs; required local matches were recorded in the FY 26/27 budget.
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November 2, 2026 at 7:52 PM
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The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality has just revealed crucial updates on the Aquifer Protection Program and the timeline for the Santa Cruz Copper Project, sparking interest in the future of mining in Casa Grande.

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ADEQ updates Pinal supervisors on Aquifer Protection Process and Santa Cruz Copper permit timeline
Arizona Department of Environmental Quality staff briefed the Pinal County Board of Supervisors on the Aquifer Protection Program permitting process and provided a project update for the Santa Cruz Copper Mine in Casa Grande, including an anticipated timeline for issuing the Aquifer Protection Permit (APP).
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November 2, 2026 at 5:34 PM
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We're getting craft in #PINALCOUNTY! 🎨🌟 Join us in Casa Grande, AZ for an afternoon with crafts, games, and free food!

See you there! 😉 ruralarizona.us/CreateandChillPinal
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October 26, 2026 at 9:00 PM
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Our team is out knocking on doors across #PinalCounty as we head into the final stretch of this election!

We’re proud to be connecting voters with candidates like Jonathan Nez, Elaine Aldrete, Julia Gusse Romero and JoAnna Mendoza. ✊💘🗳️

Let’s finish strong!
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October 30, 2026 at 6:12 PM
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Pinal County is poised to reinstate crucial air quality defenses after a federal court ruling deemed the EPA's removal legally flawed—what does this mean for our environment?

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Pinal County sought reinstatement of emergency affirmative-defense provisions in air-quality code
At an Oct. 21 work session, Pinal County staff presented a proposal to restore emergency affirmative-defense language in two sections of the county air-quality code after a federal court found EPA’s 2023 rescission legally flawed; staff said the change would have no significant fiscal impact beyond staff time.
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October 25, 2026 at 3:38 AM
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We're getting craft in #PINALCOUNTY! 🎨🌟 Join us in Casa Grande, AZ for an afternoon with crafts, games, and free food!

See you there! 😉 ruralarizona.us/CreateandChillPinal
Poster for Create & Chill event on November 14, 2026 at Vista Grande Library.
October 16, 2026 at 10:01 PM
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We spent last Saturday preparing for the election while enjoying good food, fall crafts, and family activities!

Sign up for the next Party at the Polls in #PINALCOUNTY
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October 16, 2026 at 12:01 AM
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Pinal County has just greenlit an ambitious 40-acre Battery Energy Storage System, paving the way for a sustainable energy future in Casa Grande!

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Pinal County approves 40‑acre Battery Energy Storage System, rezoning and PAD in Casa Grande area
The Board approved a comprehensive plan amendment, rezoning to I‑3 Industrial and a Planned Area Development overlay to allow a 40‑acre Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), substation and ancillary equipment at Guardia Drive and N. Bianco Road in unincorporated Casa Grande. Planning staff and the Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval 8‑0.
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October 15, 2026 at 3:49 PM
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Saw this today at Broadway and Houghton.
Now, IANAL but this looks like either slander or defamation to me.

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Negative campaign ad on a street corner in Tucson. It’s high visibility yellow and black, and reads “LEARN HOW JOANNA MENDOZA CHEATED ON HER TAXES “. Obviously installed by supporters of Juan Ciscomani or his campaign office.
October 13, 2026 at 11:42 PM
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Pinal County Supervisors have taken a bold step by authorizing outside counsel to file a charge with the State Bar of Arizona, but the mystery of their private discussions remains unsolved.

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Pinal County supervisors authorize outside conflict counsel to pursue State Bar filing
The Pinal County Board of Supervisors voted Oct. 2, 2026 to authorize outside conflict counsel to take all necessary actions, including filing a charge with the State Bar of Arizona as discussed in a Sept. 30 executive session. The motion was approved by roll call; the transcript does not record a vote tally or executive-session details.
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October 4, 2026 at 3:37 AM
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Pinal County is set to transform nearly 4,700 acres into a 'Special District' after the Board of Supervisors' recent approval—what does this mean for the future of the area?

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Supervisors approve non‑major comprehensive plan amendment for nearly 4,700‑acre special district
The board approved Resolution No. 2026-PZ-PA-018-26, granting a non-major comprehensive plan amendment to re-designate ±4,695.89 acres to a 'Special District' north of Skyline Drive and Highway 79; the Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval (7-2) and the board approved the item with no stipulations.
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October 3, 2026 at 6:28 AM
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Pinal County just approved a groundbreaking zoning change for nearly 4,700 acres, paving the way for industrial development that could reshape the region!

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Board approves rezoning to I‑3 industrial for nearly 4,700 acres with two stipulations
Ordinance No. 2026-PZ-024-26 to rezone ±4,695.89 acres from General Rural to I‑3 Industrial was approved Sept. 30; Planning & Zoning recommended approval (7-2) with two stipulations and the board approved with those two stipulations.
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October 3, 2026 at 2:32 AM
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Pinal County supervisors have greenlit a massive 4,695.89-acre Planned Area Development with 19 stipulations, setting the stage for significant industrial growth!

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Pinal supervisors approve PAD overlay for same 4,695.89‑acre project with 19 stipulations
Ordinance No. 2026-PZ-PD-021-26, seeking a Planned Area Development overlay to modify I‑3 standards on ±4,695.89 acres, was approved Sept. 30; the Planning & Zoning Commission recommended approval (7-2) with 19 stipulations and the board approved with 19 stipulations.
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October 3, 2026 at 1:36 AM
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True healthcare means local clinics, nearby doctors, and care without long drives. In Pinal County, we know the impact of rural hospital closures. Insurance cards are useless without clinics! Protect rural healthcare.
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September 22, 2026 at 5:00 PM
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Pinal County officials have rejected a proposal for an 80-foot faux eucalyptus cell tower, raising concerns in the Arizona Skies Ranches community.

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Board denies special-use permit for 80-foot faux-tree wireless tower near Florence-area subdivision
The Board denied Special Use Permit 2026-SUP-007-26 for an 80-foot faux eucalyptus wireless communication facility proposed by Vertical Bridge and Verizon Wireless for a parcel in Arizona Skies Ranches, adopting written findings in support of the denial.
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September 18, 2026 at 7:41 AM
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Vermaland's CEO, Kuldip Verma, shared that Vermaland will continue to plan the La Osa Data Center project despite community opposition.

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September 17, 2026 at 9:01 PM
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Vermaland's CEO, Kuldip Verma, shared that Vermaland will continue to plan the La Osa Data Center project despite community opposition.

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September 17, 2026 at 9:01 PM
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The Board's latest consent agenda has greenlit crucial funding and appointments, including over $1.2 million to boost border support and enhance local law enforcement efforts.

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Board approves consent agenda including grants, appointments, licenses and enforcement items
The Board approved numerous consent items, including appointment and reappointment to retirement and merit boards, multiple grant acceptances and applications (including a $1,274,773.91 Local Border Support Program grant application), license recommendations, bond releases and plat approvals.
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September 17, 2026 at 5:35 PM
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Pinal County just scored over $1.6 million in federal grants to enhance local airport infrastructure, including a major land purchase for Pinal Airpark!

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Board accepts FAA grants totaling $1.612 million for Pinal Airpark land purchase and San Manuel taxiway design
Pinal County accepted two FAA awards: a $1,430,250 Airport Improvement Program grant to reimburse purchase of ~80 acres for Pinal Airpark and a $182,120 Airport Infrastructure Grant to design the San Manuel Taxiway A4 relocation.
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September 17, 2026 at 3:32 PM
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Pinal County's Board of Supervisors held secretive sessions to discuss legal strategies surrounding controversial investigations and alleged misuse of public funds.

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Pinal County board reviews legal strategy in executive sessions, including 287(g) MOA litigation and county attorney inquiry
The Board convened three executive sessions to obtain legal advice on the scope of county attorney investigators’ law-enforcement powers, ongoing litigation (Pinal County v. Miller) tied to a 287(g) Memorandum of Agreement, and a February referral to the Arizona Attorney General concerning alleged misuse of public funds and missing records by the County Attorney.
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September 17, 2026 at 3:28 PM
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Being a poll observer means staying neutral, remaining in designated areas, and not engaging with voters. Democratic observers must be appointed by the Pinal County Democratic Party Chair. Want to get involved? Scan the QR code!
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September 14, 2026 at 5:01 PM