Maricopa County Urges Residents: Shape Health Spending by April 30 | The Locally Times
An anonymous survey closes April 30, 2026, directly influencing how Maricopa County allocates public health resources and designs initiatives for the next three years.
Your voice could directly shape how Maricopa County prioritizes and funds public health for the next three years. Residents have until April 30, 2026, to complete an anonymous survey that will guide critical health initiatives and resource allocation across the county. This key input is gathered through the 2026 Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) survey, a process the Locally Times previously reported on. ## Directing Maricopa's Health Future Administered every three years, the 2026 Community Health Needs Assessment is a comprehensive survey designed to capture the pulse of Maricopa County's health. The City of Tolleson highlights its core purpose: to understand the community's health needs, strengths, and priorities. This direct community input is essential for guiding public health initiatives, programs, and resource allocation across the entire county. All residents aged 13 and older are strongly encouraged to participate. ## Your Privacy, County's Insight Ensuring complete anonymity, the survey collects no personal information from participants, as confirmed by the City of Tolleson. To maximize reach and inclusivity, the survey is available in both English and Spanish. The insights gleaned from these responses will directly inform decisions on public health spending and program development for the next three years. While current records do not detail the specific health needs the survey aims to identify, nor how the collected data will directly influence tax allocations or specific budget changes, the assessment's fundamental role in shaping resource allocation remains key for residents. ## Mobilizing for Maximum Impact Maricopa County Public Health is actively enlisting community members and partner organizations to amplify the survey's reach. A comprehensive toolkit, complete with ready-to-use outreach materials, is available to support these key dissemination efforts. For more information on the CHNA, direct survey access, and outreach resources, visit maricopahealthmatters.org. This collective push aims to guarantee a broad and inclusive representation of community perspectives, thereby influencing the trajectory of public health services for years ahead. ## Key Questions **How can Maricopa County residents participate?** Residents aged 13 and older can complete the anonymous Community Health Needs Assessment survey online by the April 30, 2026 deadline. **What is the survey's purpose?** The survey aims to understand community health needs, strengths, and priorities, directly guiding future public health initiatives, programs, and resource allocation across Maricopa County. **Where can I find more information or help share the survey?** Additional information, survey access, and outreach materials are available at maricopahealthmatters.org.