Pinal County's movers and shakers took their business acumen to DC this week, with Chairman Mike Goodman, Vice-Chairman Jeffrey McClure, and Economic and Workforce Development Director James Smith joining the Greater Phoenix Economic Council on their ExecMission. The trio, alongside other participants, discussed key issues with Arizona's congressional delegates, focusing on trade, tech, and more, according to the Pinal County.
Their journey also featured tailored meetings with federal agencies addressing regional infrastructural concerns, defense, bioscience, and the pressing foreign investment sector. McClure expressed satisfaction with the groundwork laid in Washington for future projects. "It's been an exciting and informative few days in Washington D.C. Supervisor Goodman and I were able to make a good number of acquaintances while promoting the opportunities Pinal County presents and laying the groundwork for future collaborations," McClure said, as per the Pinal County.
Back at home, Pinal County is gearing up for the opening of its new Pinal VOTES building aiming to streamline the voting process. Set to open in June, the building will centralize the Elections Department and Voter Outreach branch. "Our team is looking forward to the completion of the Pinal VOTES project, which will enable us to better serve the citizens of Pinal County and continue our path for development and success," Pinal County Recorder Dana Lewis stated.
Fentanyl's insidious grasp on the community was also a focal point as Pinal County's attorney's office commemorated National Fentanyl Awareness Day. The stark warning came from County Attorney Kent Volkmer: "Fentanyl is destroying our communities, and it is as important as ever to have conversations with your loved ones, especially your children," he said, as reported by the Pinal County.
