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Maricopa County District 4 Supervisor Debbie Lesko
Supervisor Lesko Honored as the 2025 iMAG Voices of Courage Award Winner
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I am proud to share that I have been selected as a Distinguished Honoree of the 2025 iMAG Voices of Courage Award, which celebrates my dedication to preventing human trafficking and advocating for survivors. Although I couldn’t attend the official conference and gala in Jersey City, I’d like to thank iMAG Media Inc. and Voices Against Trafficking Inc. for this meaningful recognition. 

*Acceptance Speech* [ [link removed] ]






District 4 News





Meet My New Chief of Staff

Keith Forte

Please join me in welcoming Keith Forte, my new Chief of Staff.  Keith served as my District Office Director during my time in Congress.  He is a 21-year Air Force Veteran and West Valley resident.  Keith brings a background in Public Administration, Government Affairs, and has a proven track record of leadership.  I am excited to have him join the team and hope you will extend a warm welcome as he transitions into this critical role.

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MCSO Town Hall Community Meeting
Town Hall

On Oct 2nd, I had the opportunity to speak with concerned citizens at the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office town hall meeting in Waddell. Thank you to the Sheriff and his deputies for protecting our community.

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MCSO Court Ordered Monitor Community Meeting

Melendres

I attended the quarterly court-ordered community meeting where community members were supposed to be given the opportunity to speak about how they either opposed or supported the continuation of the Federal oversight of the Sheriff's office that has now gone on for over a decade and has cost taxpayers $353 Million.  If I was allowed to speak, I would have asked the Judge why he is still ordering this federal monitoring to continue even though the Federal Monitor himself has concluded that the Sheriff's office does not racially profile, which was the original lawsuit complaint.  Enough is enough.  It is time for this costly federal bureaucratic nightmare to end. 

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Heritage Senior Apartments Grand Opening
Heritage

On October 9, I attended the Grand Opening of Heritage Senior Apartments in Surprise. This complex will provide 99 brand-new, one-bedroom units that are income-based, which ensures seniors will have stable housing and still be able to afford other necessities outside of rent.

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Luke Field Industrial Park
Luke Field Industrial Park

I was honored to speak at the ribbon cutting for the Luke Field Industrial Park. I love being out and about in our great community!

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West Valley Meetings
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Arrowhead
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WV Meetings

I had the opportunity to attend both the West Valley Coalition meeting and the Arrowhead Women meeting, where I provided a presentation on BNSF, an update on the Board’s ongoing negotiations with Recorder Heap, and an overview of the exemplary efforts by the Sheriff’s Office to ensure public safety.

I also attended the What's Happen'n Art Movement event, where I thanked Connie Whitlock and her team for the fantastic work they are doing in the West Valley!

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Speaking Engagements: Grand Canyon University and Greater Phoenix Chamber
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GPC

It was a privilege to spend the day connecting with both students and community leaders. At Grand Canyon University, I had the opportunity to speak with an inspiring group of young people, sharing my personal story and encouraging them to pursue their goals with determination and to make the most of every opportunity.

Later, I joined the Greater Phoenix Chamber to provide an update on BNSF and the Sheriff's Office Court Order. I’m grateful for the opportunity to engage with the next generation of leaders and the dedicated professionals who drive progress in our community every day.

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*Sun City Safety and Fraud Townhall*

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*Sun City Senior Lifestyle Expo*
Safety and Fraud
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SC Expo

I had the privilege of speaking at the Sun City Safety and Fraud Town Hall and hosting a table at the Sun City Senior Lifestyle Expo. The Sun City community is incredibly active and engaged, and I’m proud to represent them.






County News





BNSF Railway Project Vote
BNSF Speech [ [link removed] ]

On Wednesday, November 5, I voted to deny the BNSF Comprehensive Plan Amendment.

I am grateful to the thousands of constituents who have engaged in this process.  Your input was vital to my decision. The fundamental reality is that the infrastructure and service framework necessary to support this level of development is not in place.

Our County’s planning framework places a high priority on regional consistency and collaboration.  Advancing a large-scale employment land use designation in unincorporated Maricopa County without City coordination or service agreements in place risks fragmented growth and duplicative service efforts.

To hear more on my vote or discussions on 10-mile radius map and traffic impact, please click on the links below.

*Nov. 5 Formal – Supervisor Lesko Asks Mr. Ellsworth About BNSF 10-Mile Radius Support –*BNSF 10-Mile Radius [ [link removed] ]**

*Nov. 5 Formal – Supervisor Lesko Asks Mr. Gutierrez About BNSF Traffic Impact – *Traffic Impact [ [link removed] ]**

*Nov. 5 Formal – Supervisor Lesko Explains BNSF Vote – *Sup. Lesko Vote [ [link removed] ]**

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Formal Meeting Closing Remarks
Closing Remarks [ [link removed] ]

To hear what I have to say about Veterans Day, the new Litchfield Library, and the Celebration of Life for Bob Corbin, please click on the play button above.

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Veterans Day Ceremony
Veterans Day Ceremony

I was honored to attend Maricopa County’s Veterans Ceremony, celebrating the dedicated staff members who have served our nation in uniform. It was truly inspiring to hear from our two guest speakers, MCSO Lt. Ryan Neville and Tempe Detective Robert Lopez. who both shared stories from their time in military service and their continued commitment to serving our community through law enforcement.

To all our veterans- thank you for your courage, sacrifice, and unwavering dedication to protecting our freedoms. We are deeply grateful for your service.

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Litchfield Park Library Groundbreaking Ceremony
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I was proud to attend the groundbreaking ceremony for our new Litchfield library, which will open in Fall 2026 near the historic La Loma Hilltop. This brand-new, 10,000-square-foot facility will mark an exciting new chapter in Litchfield Park’s story.  Maricopa County allocated $5 million, through the Community Solutions Funding, making this vision a reality. 

I am deeply proud to support our libraries and the tremendous value they bring to every community they serve.

*Litchfield Library Video* [ [link removed] ]






2025 Tom Manos Award





Tom Manos

Congratulations to the 2025 Tom Manos Award winner, Darla Barfield from Maricopa County Correctional Health Services! Not only has Darla been an exemplary employee for 25 years but she has also spent over 20 years dedicating her personal time to giving back to her community by visiting nursing homes- visiting with elderly who do no have family close by and also spends countless hours on the streets of Phoenix distributing donated items to the homeless population.  Congratulations to the other nominees who also deserve recognition for all that they do at work and for their community. 

"Bottom Photo, front row, pictured left to right: Gina Brockdorff, Darla Barfield (Winner), Phil VanKley, and London Lacy. (Not pictured: finalist Beverly "Annie" Jansen)"






Community Engagements





Jim Bull Community Engagement

Jim Bull of Team Lesko was proud to attend the Arizona Automotive Institute recently added CDL training to a list of other provided programs. Congratulations to this tremendous organization for all the good work they continue to do in the Valley!

Jim also attended the Aces ABA Autism Services ribbon ceremony.  ACES' mission is to elevate standards in autism treatment through programs designed to support growth and independence. 

Team Lesko was proud to celebrate both businesses special day.






In the News





Broomhead Show
* *Supervisor Debbie Lesko Discusses BNSF Vote on Mike Broomhead Show.* KTAR News, [link removed]


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BNSF Image
* *Maricopa County denies BNSF's land use request for rail hub, project not dead.  *AZ Central, *What's next after Maricopa County denies BNSF's land use request? [ [link removed] ]*


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Ballot Image
* *Maricopa County defends election data audit in court.  *Courthouse News Service, Maricopa County defends election data audit in court | Courthouse News Service [ [link removed] ]


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Coalition Meeting
* *Supervisor Debbie Lesko meets with the Sun City Leadership Coalition.  *Newsbreak, Supervisor Debbie Lesko meets with the Sun City Leadership Coalition - NewsBreak [ [link removed] ]






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Find Maricopa County
Contacts

Below is a contact list for Maricopa County constituent services. Don't see what you're looking for? Visit our County Contacts Webpage [ [link removed] ].






**Abandoned Vehicles*
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County Owned Roads [ [link removed] ]*
*602-876-1011 [ tel:602-876-1011 ]
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*Private Property [ [link removed] ]*
*602-506-3301 [ tel:602-506-3301 ]

*Animals*

Adopt-a-Pet,
Barking Dogs,
Bite Reports,
Dog Licenses, Lost & Found [ [link removed] ]
602-506-7387 [ tel:602-506-7387 ]

*Assessor's Office*

Assessor Website [ [link removed] ]
602-506-3406 [ tel:602-506-3406 ]

*Birth & Death Certificates
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Birth Certificates [ [link removed] ]
Death Certificates [ [link removed] ]
602-506-6805 [ tel:602-506-6805 ]*
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*Building/Construction
Permits*

Private Property: Building,
Electrical, Fencing/Grading,
Mechanical, Plumbing,
Pool/Spa, Solar [ [link removed] ]
602-506-3301 [ tel:602-506-3301 ]

County-Owned Right-of-Way [ [link removed] ]
602-506-8600 [ tel:602-506-8600 ]

*Building Safety*

Non-permitted construction [ [link removed] ]
602-506-3301 [ tel:602-506-3301 ]

*Clerk of the Board
*Clerk of the Board Website [ [link removed] ]
602-506-3766 [ tel:602-506-3766 ]

*Code Enforcement
*Code Compliance [ [link removed] ]
602-506-3301 [ tel:602-506-3301 ]

**Consumer Complaints*

*AZ Attorney General [ [link removed] ]
602-542-5763 [ tel:602-542-5763 ]

*Dust (Air Quality)

*Complaints [ [link removed] ]
602-506-6010 [ tel:602-506-6010 ]
Permits [ [link removed] ]
602-506-6010  [ tel:602-506-6010%C2%A0 ]

*Economic Development*

Homebuyer Assistance [ [link removed] ]
602-506-7294 [ tel:602-506-7294 ]

Low-interest Loans [ [link removed] ]
602-506-1888 [ tel:602-506-1888 ]

   



*Elections & Voter Registration*

Elections Department [ [link removed] ]
602-506-1511 [ tel:602-506-1511 ]

*Employment Opportunities*

Search Job Opportunities [ [link removed] ]

Learn About Working for Maricopa [ [link removed] ]
602-506-3755 [ tel:602-506-3755 ]

*Floodplain Management*

Floodplain Management Plan [ [link removed] ]
602-506-1501 [ tel:602-506-1501 ]

*Food & Restaurants*

Restaurant & Special Event Permits [ [link removed] ]
602-506-6616 [ tel:602-506-6616 ]

File a Complaint [ [link removed] ]
Search a Complaint [ [link removed] ]

*Garbage*

Household Hazardous Waste [ [link removed] ]
602-276-7602 [ tel:602-276-7602 ]

Illegal Dumping [ [link removed] ]
602-506-6616 [ tel:602-506-6616 ]

Landfills/Transfer Stations [ [link removed] ]
602-506-4006 [ tel:602-506-4006 ]

*Justice Courts
*(Civic Suits, Civil/Criminal Traffic Violations, Eviction Actions, Small Claims) [ [link removed] ]
602-506-8530 [ tel:602-506-8530 ]

*Libraries (Maricopa County)*

Library District [ [link removed] ] 
602-652-3000 [ tel:602-652-3000 ]

*Marriage Licenses*

Clerk of the Superior Court [ [link removed] ]
602-372-5375 [ tel:602-372-5375 ]

*Medical Examiner*

Medical Examiner Website [ [link removed] ]
602-506-3322 [ tel:602-506-3322 ]

*Mosquitoes, Rats (Vector Control)*

Environmental Services [ [link removed] ]
602-506-6616 [ tel:602-506-6616 ]

*Parks & Recreation*

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Parks [ [link removed] ]
602-506-2930 [ tel:602-506-2930 ]



 





*Public Health
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Food-borne Illness [ [link removed] ]
602-506-6900 [ tel:602-506-6900 ]

Immunizations [ [link removed] ]
602-506-6767 [ tel:602-506-6767 ]

Rabies
602-506-6900 [ tel:602-506-6900 ]

*Recorder
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Recorded Legal Documents [ [link removed] ]
602-506-3535 [ tel:602-506-3535 ]

*Sheriff's Office*

Non-Emergency*
*602-876-1000 [ tel:602-876-1000 ]

Emergency*
*911 [ tel:911 ]

*Signs*

Illegally Posted Signs [ [link removed] ]
Signs Regulations & Permits [ [link removed] ]
602-506-3301 [ tel:602-506-3301 ]

*Streets
(County-Owned)*

F [ [link removed] ]looding (Flood Control) [ [link removed] ]
602-506-2419 [ tel:602-506-2419 ]

Potholes (Transportation) [ [link removed] ]
602-506-8600 [ tel:602-506-8600 ]

Damaged Stop Signs & Traffic Lights (Transportation) [ [link removed] ]
602-506-6063 [ tel:602-506-6063 ]

*Superior Courts*

Administration [ [link removed] ]
602-506-3204 [ tel:602-506-3204 ]

Civil Court [ [link removed] ]
602-506-1497 [ tel:602-506-1497 ]

Family Court [ [link removed] ]
602-506-1561 [ tel:602-506-1561 ]

Juvenile Administration [ [link removed] ]
602-506-4533 [ tel:602-506-4533 ]

*Taxes*

Treasurer [ [link removed] ]
602-506-8511 [ tel:602-506-8511 ]

*Weeds *

Planning & Development [ [link removed] ]
602-506-3301 [ tel:602-506-3301 ]

*Zoning (Rezoning, Variances, Complaints)*

Planning & Development [ [link removed] ]
602-506-3301 [ tel:602-506-3301 ]






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