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Thomas Galvin Says County Cut Taxes While Boosting Public-Safety Investment; Housing Rules to Be Updated
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Thomas Galvin, chairman of the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors, told the Greater Phoenix Chamber on Nov. 1 that the county cut its overall tax rate while increasing investment in public safety and plans to remove outdated housing requirements.
Thomas Galvin, chairman of the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors, told an audience at the Greater Phoenix Chamber—s 2025 State of the County address that the county has cut its overall tax rate while increasing investment in public safety.
"We cut the overall tax rate, and we increased investment in public safety," Galvin said. "We continue to prioritize long term capital investments, including parks, elections, and transportation that improve the quality of life for residents." Galvin characterized those spending priorities as part of the county—s…
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