Maricopa County received $399 million from the U.S. Treasury as part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES Act).
These funds were successfully disbursed toward efforts to combat the pandemic; providing the capacity for more case investigations, contact tracing, testing services, personal protective equipment, and emergency preparedness and response. In addition these funds helped those experiencing business closures, job loss and homelessness through a number of services and assistance programs.
Now that the CARES funds have been fully disbursed, the County is using American rescue funds to provide residents with a brighter future. See how these funds are being disbursed to bring services and stability to underserved populations, individuals, families, and businesses impacted by the pandemic.
The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors has approved a $5 million program funded by federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) dollars that expands rental options for people exiting homelessness. Read on...
The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors approved $1,390,449 in funding to provide career training opportunities for county residents, bolstering the pipeline of skilled labor for the construction industry and in-demand careers. Read on...
The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors approved an additional $35 million in funding for the development of affordable housing units across the region and to facilitate homeownership through down payment assistance programs. Read on...