Economic Health, Forest Health and more

Warren Buffett once famously said that someone is sitting in the shade today because someone planted a tree a long time ago.

When it comes to growing an economy in the desert, it's all about planting trees. Can't get too much shade out here. Though we don't spend a lot of time sitting around.

The latest numbers out of the Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity show the trees we've planted are definitely taking root. Arizona is experiencing the third fastest job recovery in the nation: 325,000 private sector jobs since April 2020.

After the challenges of the past year and a half, numbers like this are a solid indication that Arizona is headed in the right direction. As Governor Ducey summed it up, "Arizona's recovery is in full swing."

Read more about this good economic news and many other events of this busy week below.

Arizona Recovers 100% Of Private Sector Jobs Since April 2020
Less than a year and a half after the initial economic disruption of the COVID-19 pandemic, Arizona has already recovered more than 100 percent of private sector jobs, representing one of the fastest jobs recoveries in the nation.

Governor Ducey Statement On Forest Service's Cancelation Of 4FRI Solicitation
Governor Ducey this week released a statement regarding the United States Forest Service’s failure to award bids for the Four Forest Restoration Initiative. The administration’s decision to cancel solicitations for the Initiative, known as 4FRI, follows Arizona’s years of participation in developing the request for proposal.

Governor Ducey Invests $1.2 Million To Support Vulnerable Arizonans
The funding will stabilize the Arizona Criminal Justice Commission’s (ACJC) Victims Compensation and Assistance Fund, which serves as a safety net for crime victims and provides critical resources to one of Arizona's most vulnerable populations.

Governor Ducey's Request For Federal Assistance Approved By FEMA
Governor Ducey’s request for assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency was approved for Apache, Coconino and Navajo Counties after monsoon storms caused major damage to public infrastructure in the area.

Arizona Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
Governor Ducey proclaimed September 15 through October 15, 2021 Hispanic Heritage Month in Arizona to celebrate Hispanic culture and recognize the many ways Arizonans of Hispanic descent help our state thrive.

Governor Ducey Appoints Lacey Gard To The Pinal County Superior Court
Governor Ducey this week announced the appointment of Lacey Gard to the Pinal County Superior Court. This appointment is to fill the vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Stephen McCarville.