The Maricopa New Resident guide provides an overview of some of the services, phone numbers, resources and amenities offered in this growing, family-friendly community.

1. Maricopa Resident Guide

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Table of Contents
A Message from the Mayor.......................................2
About Maricopa............................................................4
City Government.......................................................... 5
Elected Officials............................................................7
City Departments.........................................................9
Getting Started in Maricopa.....................................11
Citizen Involvement.....................................................13
City Services...................................................................15
Education.......................................................................18
Your Community..........................................................19
Stay Connected........................................................... 20

3. On behalf of myself and the Maricopa City Council,
welcome to the City of Maricopa!
We are so pleased that you have decided to call our vibrant community
home. The Maricopa Resident Guide has been created to provide you with
information about the great City of Maricopa. It includes local information, as
well as descriptions of many programs and services offered. We look forward
to meeting you and should you have any suggestions, questions or concerns
we encourage you to contact any of our friendly and courteous City staff or any
of your City Council members. You may also learn more about the City and the
many services it provides by visiting our website, maricopa-az.gov.
We sincerely hope that you become an active participant in your community.
There are so many opportunities to serve and to share your ideas and talents,
while making Maricopa the very best place to live. There are numerous
outstanding service-based organizations and social groups: seniors’ programs,
churches, recycling centers, libraries, veterans groups, the Copa Cares
program and many others that embrace the volunteer spirit and are ever on the
lookout for amazing people just like you.
We encourage you to attend City Council meetings, become a member of
a local board, committee or commission, and attend the Maricopa Citizens
Leadership Academy. Get to know the local Chamber of Commerce, pass
by the visitor center, dive into Maricopa’s rich history, support our local
businesses, play at our parks and establish friendships with your neighbors. We
hope you will attend the fantastic community-sponsored events, including the
Salsa Festival, the Great American Barbecue and Stagecoach Days just to name
a few.
We know you will love your home here in Maricopa and as we grow and
prosper as a city we trust that you will help us write our “new history” together.
A Message from theMayor
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4. History
A 1694 journal entry by Father
Eusebio Francisco Kino records
a description of what would
become Maricopa Wells. He
noted an established agricultural
community populated by friendly
Native Americans who were
established traders.
In the mid-1800s, when everything
south of the Gila River was still part
of Mexico, Maricopa Wells was a
dependable source of water along
the Gila Trail. It became an important
and famous stage stop for the
Butterfield Overland Mail Line that
stretched from St. Louis to
San Francisco.
The 1870s brought the railroad south
of the wells and the ever-adaptable
people of the area moved to meet
the needs of progress. Phoenix was
little more than a tiny village on
the Salt River but growing political
influence led to the building of a
spur line from Maricopa to Phoenix.
Today’s Maricopa Road (John Wayne
Parkway) lies over the top of that old
rail line.
In 1935, Maricopa settled into a
slower pace as rail traffic north
was halted. Although agricultural
production had been consistent
through time, it became the primary
industry when the rail service was
cut. Increased mechanization of
agriculture slowed the flow of
people. However, it created a hearty
farm economy that thrives today.
Farms and pecan groves have
given way to new rooftops, paved
roads and endless opportunities
for residents. In response to
unprecedented hypergrowth, the
residents of Arizona’s 88th city
voted to adopt its first Municipal
General Plan that would ensure
Maricopa achieves its vision through
the year 2025.
In order to honor the past while
moving into the future of rapid
growth, the City developed a new
vision that represents the present
and future: the City of Maricopa is a
family-oriented, vibrant community
for residents and businesses seeking
careful growth, environmental
awareness and a high quality of life.
Maricopa at a Glance
Maricopa offers residents and
businesses the experience of a
small-town atmosphere that is
within a short distance to two
major metropolitan areas.
Maricopa is Arizona’s 88th
municipality, incorporated on
October 15, 2003.
The City’s population is 43,482,
according to the 2010 Census.
That is a 4081% increase over
2000 Census numbers.
Maricopa is approximately 45
square miles, with a planning area
of 278 square miles.
The average household income
in Maricopa is $75,000; this is
among the highest in the state
of Arizona.
Approximately 88% of adult
residents have some post-high
school education and 47%
hold a bachelor’s degree or
graduate degree.
Annual Events:
Fishing Derby
Great American 4th
Holiday Homes on Parade
Movies in the Park
Salsa Festival
Merry Copa
About Maricopa
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5. The City of Maricopa’s council-manager form of
government is established in the City Code. This type of
government structure combines the political leadership
of elected officials with the managerial experience of an
appointed professional manager. The City Council and
City Manager work as partners to direct and guide local
government.
In council-manager communities, the City Council is
responsible for setting public policy, approving the City’s
annual budget, entering into agreements, providing
executive leadership, making planning and development
decisions, and adopting new codes and ordinances.
The Mayor presides at City Council meetings, facilitates
communication among elected and appointed officials,
assists the City Council in setting goals and advocating
policy decisions and serves as a promoter of the
community.
The City Manager prepares a budget for the City Council’s
consideration, recruits, hires and supervises City staff,
serves as the City Council’s chief advisor and carries out
City Council policies. The City Council and local residents
count on the City Manager to provide complete and
objective information, including alternatives.
Elected Officials
The Mayor and City Council members and the City
Magistrate are the only elected officials in Maricopa. They
are elected at-large on a non-partisan ballot.
The Mayor is elected to serve a two-year term and the
City Council members are elected to serve four-year
terms on a rotating basis. This means that three council
seats are up for election every two years. Following an
election, the Vice Mayor is selected by a vote of the City
Council.
Elected officials may be reached through City Hall
Future City Hall:
39700 W. Civic Center Plaza
Maricopa, AZ 85138
Ph: (520) 568-9098
Fx: (520) 568-9120
Email addresses are listed on the Mayor & City Council
page on the City’s website. Please note that all emails
sent or received by City Council members in the course of
doing business – whether through personal or City email
addresses – are public record.
City Council Meetings
Regular City Council meetings are held at 7 p.m. on the
first and third Tuesdays of each month. Work sessions are
held at 6 p.m. before the regular meetings. City Council
meetings are held at the Maricopa Unified School District
Administrative Building located at 44150 W. Maricopa-
Casa Grande Highway.
City Council meetings are open to the public. Agendas
are available on the City website at maricopa-az.gov.
City Council meeting and minutes are also posted
on the City website following regular meetings. For
detailed information on how to participate in City Council
meetings, visit the City website at maricopa-az.gov.
City Government
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6. Eligibility for Elected Office
Any Maricopa resident of legal voting age may run for
election for the positions of Mayor or City Council. One
year of City residency is required before an individual
can run for office. Every two years, three Council seats
and the Mayoral seat are up for election. There is no limit
to the number of times an incumbent may run for re-
election. For information on the election process, please
contact the City Clerk’s office at (520) 316-6970.
Maricopa City Council Strategic Plan
Each year, the City Council comes together to create
a strategic plan to provide direction for a four-year
period. The purpose of Maricopa City Council Strategic
Plan is to collect a variety of ideas from a broad
range of stakeholders, analyze those ideas within the
framework of the enterprise, develop business options
and alternatives that best serve the organization and
the community, and assign municipal resources based
upon the consensus of the City Council that is provided
through the document.
The Strategic Plan sets broad City Council priorities,
provides specific direction for the immediate future of
Maricopa and establishes a strong foundation upon
which to build strategies that will guide future activities
and the development of the community. Target areas are:
Economic Sustainability
Transportation
Quality of Life
Public Safety
Quality Municipal Services
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7. County, State and Federal
Government Officials
Current elected officials as of
June 2015
County Government
Pinal County Board of Supervisors
Member Anthony Smith,
District 4
(520) 866-3960
Anthony.Smith@pinalcountyaz.gov
pinalcountyaz.gov
State Government
Governor Doug Ducey
(602) 542-4331
azgovernor.gov/engage
State House
azleg.gov
azhouse.gov
Vince Leach (R), District 11
(602) 926-3106
vleach@azleg.gov
Mark Finchem (R), District 11
(602) 926-3122
mfinchem@azleg.gov
State Senate
azleg.gov
azsenate.gov
Steve Smith (R), District 11
(602) 926-5685
stsmith@azleg.gov
Federal Government
U.S. House of Representatives
Ann Kirkpatrick (D), District 1
(520) 316-0839 (local)
(520) 225-3361 (D.C.)
http://kirkpatrick.house.gov
U.S. Senate
Jeff Flake (R)
(520) 575-8633 (local)
(202) 224-4521 (D.C.)
http://flake.senate.gov
John McCain III (R)
(520) 670-6334 (local)
(202) 224-2235 (D.C.)
http://mccain.senate.gov
Mayor
Christian Price
christian.price@maricopa-az.gov
Elected 2012 & 2014
Serves a Two-Year Term
Elected Officials
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8. Vice Mayor Marvin L. Brown
marvin.brown@maricopa-az.gov
Elected 2008 & 2012
Serves a Four-Year Term
Nancy Smith
nancy.smith@maricopa-az.gov
Elected 2014
Serves a Two-Year Term
Peggy Chapados
peggy.chapados@maricopa-az.gov
Appointed 2012
Serves a Four-Year Term
Vincent Manfredi
vincent.manfredi@maricopa-az.gov
Elected 2014
Serves a Four-Year Term
Henry Wade
henry.wade@maricopa-az.gov
Elected 2014
Serves a Four-Year Term
Council Members
Bridger Kimball
bridger.kimball@maricopa-az.gov
Elected 2012
Serves a Two-Year Term
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9. City Manager
Gregory Rose
gregory.rose@maricopa-az.gov
City Manager’s Office
The City Manager is responsible for
executing the policies of the City
Council. The City Manager serves
as the chief administrative officer of
the City. The City Manager oversees
operations and service delivery by
providing direction and leadership
for the organization, aligning service
delivery with community needs, and
Council priorities with organizational
goals, while advancing community
relations and civic engagement.
Contact the City Manager’s Office at
(520) 316-6811.
City Clerk’s Office
The City Clerk oversees the
maintenance of all official records in
compliance with state statute. The
office prepares agendas for public
meetings and transcribes minutes of
City Council proceedings. The City
Clerk is responsible for conducting
municipal elections, processing
public records requests, issuing
business licenses, solicitors licenses
and passport applications. Contact
the City Clerk at (520) 316-6970.
City Magistrate
The City Magistrate is responsible
for operating the Maricopa Justice
Court. It is a court of limited
jurisdiction under the supervision
and mandates of the Arizona
Supreme Court and the Pinal County
Superior Court. Contact the Court at
(520) 866-3999.
Community Services
Community Services offers a variety
of diversified programs, activities
and special events that focus on
family fun, recreational needs
and physical wellness of children,
adults and seniors. The department
also oversees community
amenities including Copper Sky
Multigenerational Center and
Regional Park, Pacana Park, the Copa
Center and the Maricopa Public
Library. Contact Community Services
at (520) 316-6960.
Development Services
Development Services protects the
health, safety and quality of life of
the residents of Maricopa through
the provision of quality infrastructure
and orderly development. The
department includes Planning, Code
Compliance and Transportation
divisions. Contact Development
Services at (520) 316-6920.
Economic Development
The Economic Development
department’s efforts are centered on
building a sustainable city. Services
are designed to assist job creation,
retention, tax base enhancement
and overall quality of life. The office
coordinates regional partnerships to
make Maricopa a leader in economic
development efforts. Contact the
Economic Development department
at (520) 316-6990.
City Departments
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10. Financial Services
The Finance/Administrative Services
department ensures that the
City is fiscally responsible in the
management and safeguarding
of City assets by maintaining
reasonable internal controls,
policies and systems that ensure
legal compliance and fiscal stability.
Contact the Finance/Administrative
Services department at
(520) 316-6850.
Fire
The Fire department protects the
lives and property of residents,
businesses and visitors. Staff
utilizes safety education, fire
suppression and code enforcement,
arson investigation and fire cause
determination, emergency medical
and rescue services and emergency
preparedness and hazardous
material response in its efforts.
Contact Fire administration at
(520) 568-3333.
Human Resources
Human Resources is responsible
for developing and maintaining
a high quality of work life,
adhering to equitable and ethical
personnel standards, updating and
composing job descriptions for City
positions and providing employee
development opportunities. Contact
Human Resources at (520) 316-6805.
Police
The Police department is committed
to working in partnership with the
community to improve quality of
life. The department is dedicated
to solving community problems, the
reduction of crime, the protection
of life and property, and upholding
the laws, ordinances and the
constitutional rights of all persons.
Contact the Police administrative
offices at (520) 316-6800.
Public Information
City of Maricopa Website
Maricopa-az.gov, the City’s website,
provides easy to access information,
24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Information includes news, meeting
agendas, traffic alerts, employment
opportunities, calendars and more.
With City 24/7, doing business with
the City is even easier with numerous
services provided online.
Public Records
Public records requests can also be
made online. Visit maricopa-az.gov
and proceed to the City Clerk’s page
to complete a request form. It’s quick
and easy.
Electronic Newsletters
The City provides a variety of
electronic newsletters citizens
may subscribe to. These include a
weekly news wrap up, economic
development news and more. To
subscribe, visit maricopa-az.gov.
MaricopaTV
MaricopaTV, the City’s government
access channel, brings you the latest
news, information, events and people
that make Maricopa great. Missed
a City Council meeting? Catch
the rebroadcast on MaricopaTV.
Watch and see why Maricopa is a
vibrant community for residents
and businesses. MaricopaTV airs on
Orbitel Communications and
CenturyLink. Visit maricopa20.tv for
the programming schedule.
For more information about City
services, contact the Public
Information Office at (520) 316-6995.
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11. City Contacts
City Hall:
39700 W. Civic Center Plaza
Maricopa, AZ 85138
Ph: (520) 568-9098
Fx: (520) 568-9120
Open Monday-Thursday, 7 a.m.-6 p.m.
Closed on Friday
Public Safety
Emergency 9-1-1
Administrative Offices
(520) 316-6800
Fire Non-Emergency
(520) 568-3333
Police Non-Emergency
(520) 866-5111
Silent Witness/Graffiti Hotline
(520) 316-6900
Traffic Hotline
(520) 316-6919
Police Records
(520) 316-6917
Vehicle Impound Inquiry
(520) 316-6918
Getting Started in Maricopa
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12. Animal Care & Control
Pinal County
Ph: (888) 431-1311
co.pinal.az.us/AnimalControl
Area Hospitals
There are no acute care hospitals
currently within the community. The
following are closest to Maricopa.
Casa Grande Regional
Medical Center
Emergency: (520) 381-6368
Chandler Regional Hospital
Emergency: (480) 728-3212
Visitor Information: (480) 728-3000
Area Health Center
Banner Health Center
17900 N. Porter Road
Maricopa, AZ 85138
Ph: (520) 233-2500
Area Urgent Care Facilities
Maricopa Urgent Care
21300 N. John Wayne Parkway, #112
Maricopa, AZ 85239
Ph: (520) 381-3811
Dignity Health Urgent Care Maricopa
20750 N. John Wayne Parkway
Maricopa, AZ 85139
Ph: (520) 233-2468
Communications Services
Century Link
Ph: (800) 475-726
Orbitel Communications
Ph: (520) 568-8890
Elections
Pinal County
Ph: (520) 866-7550
co.pinal.az.us/elections
Secretary of State
Ph: (602) 542-8683
azsos.gov/election
Gas and Electricity Service
Electric District #3
Ph: (520) 424-9021
Southwest Gas
Ph: (800) 428-7324
Motor Vehicles Department
Register your vehicles, order
personalized license plates and more
right here in Maricopa.
44301 W. Maricopa-Casa Grande Hwy
Ph: (520) 568-9299
servicearizona.com
Post Office
Update your new Maricopa address
online at moversguide.usps.gov.
800-ASK-USPS
44920 W. Hathaway Avenue
Maricopa, AZ 85239
Voter Registration
Update your voter registration
to Pinal County
servicearizona.com
Traffic and Roadway Conditions
Arizona 5-1-1
Dial 5-1-1 from your cell phone
az511.com
Waste and Recycling Service
Waste Management
Ph: (602) 268-2222
Recycling Association of Maricopa
Ph: (520) 568-9428
Water Service
Global Water
Ph: (520) 568-4452
Maricopa Domestic Water
Improvement District
Ph: (520) 568-2239
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13. Citizen Committees
To obtain an application to serve
on City committees, commissions,
boards and task forces, visit
maricopa-az.gov or call
City Hall at (520) 568-9098.
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment (BOA)
is a quasi-judicial, seven-member
board whose function is to review
and approve or deny variances from
zoning ordinance requirements
and administrative decisions which
create hardships in the development
of property due to exceptional or
extraordinary conditions. The BOA
shall interpret the Zoning Ordinance
when: the meaning of any word,
phrase, or section is in doubt;
when there is dispute as to such
meaning between the appellant and
the Zoning Administrator or their
designee; or when the location of
a zone boundary is in doubt. BOA
decisions are final; unlike other boards
or commissions, variances are not
passed on to the City Council for
approval. Any person aggrieved or
affected by a decision of the BOA
may appeal the Board’s decision to
the Superior Court.
Heritage District Citizen Advisory
Committee
The Heritage District Citizens
Advisory Committee is a group of
individuals dedicated to the success
of the Heritage District Area Plan
and the continued involvement
of community stakeholders in
all decision making. Committee
members are appointed by the City
Council.
Industrial Development
Authority Board
The seven-member board encourages
economic growth and job creation in
the City of Maricopa by making low-
interest loans available to qualified
projects through the issuance of tax-
exempt bonds. Financing must meet
state bond law requirements, and
all projects are reviewed to ensure
that financing candidates represent
projects that will help to further the
community’s vision for sustainability.
Merit Board
The City of Maricopa Merit Board is
comprised of three members that
are expected to protect the Merit
System and in turn protect employee
and applicant rights guaranteed
under that system. The Board may
comment on any proposed changes to
the Merit System as well as all Personnel
Policies and Procedures and provide
recommendations for improvements.
The Board shall establish procedures
consistent with law for the conduct of its
hearings.
Parks, Recreation and Libraries
Advisory Committee
Members of the Parks, Recreation
and Libraries Advisory Committee
are responsible for communicating
individual and public thoughts on
potential and existing programs,
generating concept ideas for future
parks, trails and open spaces,
community services facilities and
planning for future library facilities
and activities.
Planning and Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission
advises the City Council in
decisions regarding amendments
to the General Plan and Zoning
Ordinance, as well as applications
for development. The Commission
is charged with developing and
maintaining the General Plan and
submitting the plan and its elements
to the City Council.
Citizen Involvement
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14. Public Safety Personnel Retirement
System Board
The Public Safety Personnel
Retirement System (PSPRS) Board
consists of five members who are
responsible for the administration of
the PSPRS system and for making the
provisions of the system effective.
Transportation Advisory
Committee
The City of Maricopa Transportation
Advisory Committee is a
seven-member committee that
advises the City Council and City
management regarding matters
of streets, public infrastructure,
engineering, transportation, transit
services and related development.
Youth Council
The Youth Council is comprised of
local teens, between the ages of
14-18, who are appointed to serve
by the Maricopa City Council. They
advise the City Council and staff on
pertinent issues related to youth in
the community. The Youth Council
creates opportunities for fun and safe
activities for their peers in Maricopa.
They also complete important
projects related to the future of the
community.
Citizen Leadership Academy
The City of Maricopa offers a Citizen Leadership Academy
for interested residents and individuals who work in the
community. The academy is a six-week session filled with
presentations from City officials and staff on everything
from transportation to economic development. The
academy, offered twice a year, is designed to actively
engage citizens in the operations of their local government
by introducing them to the inner workings of the City.
For more information about the Maricopa Citizen
Leadership Academy, call (520) 568-6995, email
press@maricopa-az.gov or visit the City website at
maricopa-az.gov.
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15. Volunteer with the City
The City of Maricopa provides
opportunities for all residents
to volunteer with various City
departments. Volunteers are
a tremendous resource to the
organization and serving is a
great way to learn more about the
community. To learn more, contact
(520) 568-6806.
Special Events
The City of Maricopa supports several
community events throughout the year
that provide fun and entertainment for
the whole family. General admission to
these events is free, however nominal
fees for food, beverages and some
activities may apply.
Each spring, the Fishing Derby brings
together parents and children in a
catch-and-release fishing tournament
at Pacana Park. Each participating child
receives a fishing kit complete with a
rod, reel and bait to help “reel them in.”
Another outstanding spring event is the
Salsa Festival. This community
event includes a salsa challenge,
entertainment, games and activities
for people of all ages. Thousands
of people come out each year to
support this spicy event!
In the summer, the City offers the
popular Movies in the Park series.
Participants grab a blanket, put the
family in the car and head out to
Pacana Park to grab a movie under
the stars. The Great American 4th is
the City’s Fourth of July extravaganza
and offers activities for all ages,
local entertainment and an exciting
fireworks show.
Fall brings cooler temperatures
and Stagecoach Days in October.
The event includes entertainment,
activities for all and celebrates
Maricopa’s founding throughout the
month.
Mysterious Mansion Mayhem and
Holiday Homes on Parade are
annual competitions that encourage
residents and businesses to decorate
their premises in October and
December. Participants are judged
on originality and creativity with
decorating their home or business
exterior with seasonal characters,
scenes and props.
Sports Programs
The City offers a variety of youth
and adult sports leagues, clinics,
programs and competitions.
Youth sports leagues offered by the
City include basketball in the summer
and winter, soccer in the spring
and fall, and coach pitch, T-ball and
softball in the summer.
Adult sports leagues offered include
fall, winter and spring softball and
flag football leagues. League fees for
adult sports apply per team.
Youth, Teen and Adult Programs
The City offers classes and activities
for residents of all ages that are
designed to provide basic skills and
leisure time activities. Three times a
year, the City publishes the Activity
Guide that offers a schedule of
classes, sports programming and
activities available for Maricopa
residents. The Activity Guide is
mailed to every Maricopa home and
is available at City Hall, the Maricopa
Public Library and maricopa-az.gov.
Animal Care and Control
The law requires that all dogs over the
age of three months have a license
and rabies vaccination (vaccination
must be administered by a licensed
veterinarian). Dog licensing services
are available at City Hall on Tuesdays
from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Pinal County Animal Care and Control
Ph: (520) 866-7600.
City Services
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16. Code Compliance
Code Compliance protects the public’s
health, safety and welfare, while ensuring
that every citizen has the right to a
clean, enjoyable neighborhood. Code
Compliance upholds the City Code
through monitoring and responding
to resident concerns. For information
about requirements or to view a copy
of the City Code, visit maricopa-az.
gov or contact the Code Compliance
Office at (520) 316-6927. You may also
contact Code Compliance on any of the
following three items.
Noise Ordinance The City’s Noise
Ordinance prohibits disturbances
caused by barking dogs, neighboring
music and motor vehicles.
Property Maintenance Property owners
are required to maintain all buildings,
structures and property on their
premises in compliance with City Code.
Neighborhood common areas are to be
maintained by Home
Owners Associations (HOAs) or
the property owner adjacent to the
common area in neighborhoods without
HOAs.
Temporary Signs Garage sale, real
estate and political signs are the only
temporary signs that can be posted in
the City and are subject to restrictions.
Temporary signs placed in violation of
the City’s Sign Ordinance are subject to
immediate removal and disposal.
Nixle
Residents can receive emergency alerts
and community notices through Nixle,
a communications service that allows
the City to send important community
information directly to residents.
Residents can choose to sign up for the
notifications they would like to receive.
Notifications are sent via test message,
email and web. Sign up at nixle.com.
Transportation
COMET
The City of Maricopa Express Transit
operates three types of transit bus
service are Local Demand Response,
Local Limited Fixed Route with ¾ mile
Deviations and Regional Shuttle.
The City of Maricopa Express Transit
is operated by the City of Maricopa.
All vehicles are wheelchair accessible
and operated in accordance with the
Americans with Disabilities Act.
For information, please visit maricopa-
az.gov.
Valley Metro Vanpool
Valley Metro vanpool provides active
commuter service to various locations in
the Phoenix Metropolitan Area and uses
the Maricopa Park and Ride Lot at SR-
347 and Honeycutt Road as the primary
pickup and return point. Covered
parking is available at this location.
Please visit Sharetheride.com to learn
more about using this vanpool service.
The Valley Metro Vanpool service is
wholly operated by Valley Metro.
AMTRAK
Maricopa is one of 17 Amtrak stations in
Arizona. The Maricopa station, serviced
by the Sunset Limited and Texas Eagle
routes, is the closet train to Phoenix (30
miles south of Phoenix). The Station
Building (with waiting room) is located at
19427 N John Wayne Parkway, Maricopa,
Az 85139. For information on traveling
on Amtrak, please visit amtrak.com.
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17. Copper Sky Recreational Center and Regional Park
The Copper Sky Recreation Complex is the sporting,
fitness, recreation and leisure destination in Maricopa.
Comprised of the Copper Sky Multigenerational Center
and the Copper Sky Regional Park, this expansive
recreational development offers state-of-the-art
equipment, grand green spaces and fantastic programs
designed to enhance Maricopa residents’ quality of life.
The Copper Sky Aquatic Center is a fun-filled outdoor
swim and sun oasis. The center features an eight-lane,
25-yard lap pool with diving boards, a leisure pool with
a waterslide, rock-climbing wall and lazy river and an
interactive splash pad for the little kids. The lap pool is
heated and available for year-round use with a Copper
Sky Multigenerational Center membership.
For more information, visit copperskyrecreation.com.
Pacana Park
Pacana Park spans more than 22 acres of land with
a pristine 2.25 acre lake that is home to various fish
including catfish and blue gills. Pacana Park is the City of
Maricopa’s first public park. The entire area features two
lighted softball fields, two tennis courts, two basketball
courts, a soccer field, a children’s playground, two
ramadas and many shaded common areas for residents
to enjoy. To inquire about reserving space at Pacana
Park or the stage used for community events, contact
Community Services at (520) 568-6960.
Maricopa Public Library
The Maricopa branch of the Pinal County Library District
is located at 41600 W. Smith-Enke Road. The Maricopa
Public Library is your one-stop source for information,
entertainment and a connection to your community.
The 8,085 square foot facility boasts a vast collection of
books, videos, music CDs and periodicals for people of
all ages and interests.
Maricopa Public Library Hours of Operation
Monday & Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Tuesday & Thursday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Maricopa Public Library is supported by the
Friends of the Library who sponsors activities
and programs throughout the year.
For more information about the Library, call (520) 568-2926
or visit the City website at maricopa-az.gov.
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18. Which schools serve my
neighborhood?
Maricopa is full of great educational
opportunities for individuals looking
to relocate their family to the
community. Prospective homeowners
are encouraged to contact the school
directly for additional information.
The City of Maricopa is not involved in
the operation or governance of area
schools.
Maricopa Unified School District
Maricopa Unified School District #20
provides education for students from
kindergarten through 12th grade.
Information is available by calling the
district office at (520) 568-5100 or by
visiting the school district website
at musd20.org. The school district’s
administrative offices are located at
44150 W. Maricopa-Casa Grande Hwy.
Other schools that serve Maricopa
Leading Edge Academy
18700 N. Porter Road
Maricopa, AZ 85138
Ph: (520) 568-7800
Legacy Traditional School
19287 N. Porter Road
Maricopa, AZ 85138
Ph: (520) 423-9999
Graysmark Academy
44400 Honeycutt Road, Suite 105
Maricopa, AZ 85138
Ph: (520) 568-5750
Sequoia Pathway Academy
19265 N. Porter Road
Maricopa, AZ 85138
Ph: (520) 568-9333
Area universities and colleges
Maricopa is located in close proximity
to several institutions of higher
learning. Information about these
institutions is listed below.
Arizona State University
Arizona State University is a
comprehensive public research
university enrolling more than
72,000 undergraduate, graduate
and professional students. The
university offers nationally-ranked
colleges and schools, award-winning
academic programs, top faculty and
a wide array of student resources and
support services. asu.edu
Central Arizona College
Central Arizona College is a dynamic
and multifaceted institution of higher
education that features campuses
strategically located throughout Pinal
County. CAC offers 50 university
transfer programs and more than 90
degrees and certificates in several
areas of study. CAC has opened
Phase 1 of a 217-acre campus in
Maricopa. Classes are held at the
locations listed below. centralaz.edu
CAC Maricopa Campus
17945 N. Regent Drive
Maricopa, AZ 85138
CAC Maricopa Office
20800 N. John Wayne Pkwy, Suite 104
Maricopa, AZ 85139
Ph: (520) 494-6400
Northern Arizona University
With 36 extended campuses,
Northern Arizona University has a
great presence outside of its Flagstaff
campus. The university is primarily a
four-year, high-research, residential
campus offering traditional degrees
with additional degrees offered
across the state and online. nau.edu
University of Arizona
University of Arizona is a public
research university that serves
communities throughout Arizona and
the nation. The university provides
a comprehensive, high quality
education that engages students
in discovery through research and
broad-based scholarship. A research
facility is located right here in
Maricopa. arizona.edu
Education
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19. Your Community
Shop Local
The City of Maricopa is home to
more than 700 local businesses that
are making a positive impact in the
community. Each unique business
contributes to Maricopa’s high quality
of life and plays an important role in
building a sustainable local economy.
The valuable goods, services, and
job opportunities provided make
Maricopa a better place to live, work,
and play.
The City of Maricopa’s Shop Local
campaign is a multi-year initiative
that runs from September to January.
The goal is to support Maricopa
businesses and to stem retail leakage
by encouraging residents to keep
their dollars in the community
whenever possible by shopping local.
For more details on the program, a
list of participating businesses, or to
list your business, visit the website
http://shoplocal.maricopa-az.gov or
contact the Economic Development
Department at (520) 316-6990.
Maricopa Chamber of Commerce
The Chamber is a great resource to
find local businesses and services to
meet your needs. They are also the
official Tourism Office for Maricopa.
maricopachamber.com
44870 W. Hathaway Avenue, #5
Maricopa, AZ 85139
Ph: (520) 568-9573
Great Golf Options
Does the thought of 18 holes of
golf make you absolutely giddy?
Then Maricopa will make you smile!
The community is home to two
outstanding golf properties.
The Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf
Course is ranked #5 in Arizona
according to Golf Magazine. A Troon
property, it is located five minutes
west of the heart of the community on
SR 238. golfsoutherndunes.com
The Duke Golf Course pays homage
to the legendary Western hero, John
Wayne. Nestled in the heart of the
Maricopa community, The Duke
provides outstanding views and a
warm atmosphere. thedukegolf.com
Ak-Chin Indian Community
The Ak-Chin Indian Community
is both Maricopa’s neighbor and
partner. Located immediately south
of the community, Ak-Chin has many
amenities that Maricopa residents can
enjoy that are just around the corner.
There are several new places for the
community to enjoy with more to
come in the near future.
Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino Resort
recently enhanced its facility with the
addition of a new hotel tower that
includes 152 rooms. The $20 million
expansion nearly doubled the size of
the hotel, which now has 300 guest
rooms. The resort has a 40,000 square
foot casino, an exotic swimming
pool that features a swim-up bar,
in addition to four tasty restaurant
options for patrons to enjoy.
In fall 2012, the Ak-Chin Indian
Community opened the 162,000
square-foot UltraStar Multi-tainment
Center. The Multi-tainment Center
features a 12-screen movie theater,
a 24-lane bowling alley, an arcade,
laser tag, restaurants and an outdoor
amphitheater. The Multi-tainment
Center is a great place to find
activities that the entire family can
enjoy. ultrastarakchin.com
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20. Frequently Requested Numbers
General Number (520)568-9098
Mayor & City Council (520) 316-6820
City Manager (520) 316-6811
City Clerk (520) 316-6970
City Court (520) 866-3999
Code Compliance (520) 316-6927
Community Services (520) 316-6960
Development Services (520) 316-6920
Economic Development (520) 316-6990
Finance (520) 316-6850
Fire Department (520) 568-3333
Human Resources (520) 316-6805
Library (520) 568-2926
Police Department (520) 316-6800
Public Information (520) 316-6995
Purchasing (520) 316-6846
Silent Witness (520) 316-6900
Transit Services (520) 316-6959
Website maricopa-az.gov
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Published April 2013
Revised June 2015
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