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Ozone Health Watch Elevated to High Pollution Advisory Wed. 5/5/2009
The first week in May starts off with a Health Watch for ozone and elevates to a High Pollution Advisory. ....More Details

Local Girl Inspires Clean Air Mascot 4/23/2009
Check out who the winner is of the Kids for Clean Air Mascot Contest. ....More Details

April 1st Marks the Beginning of Summer Ozone Season 4/6/2009
Ozone season is here. Learn what you can do to help reduce this dangerous summertime pollutant. ....More Details

Air Quality Ombudsman Begins Post 3/9/2009
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department announces the hiring of its Ombudsman, Dennis Dickerson. Click here to learn more. ....More Details

Two New Nominees Advance to the Air Quality Honor Roll 3/3/2009
Two new nominees receive admirable mention in this month’s Air Quality Honor Roll. Click here to learn more. ....More Details

One New Candidate Listed on the Air Quality Honor Roll 2/17/2009
One new local nominee receives admirable mention in this month’s Air Quality Honor Roll. Click here to learn more. ....More Details

Enforcement Reports Now on the Web 1/22/2009
Enforcement action taken on local companies violating clean air rules will be published on the department’s website on a monthly basis. ....More Details

The Air Quality Honor Roll Adds One New Nominee 1/6/2009
One new nominee is added to this month's Air Quality Honor Roll. Find out what types of things people can do to receive this honorable mention by reading more. ....More Details

Consider Clean Air this Holiday Season; Don’t Burn 12/23/2008
Maricopa County is taking a proactive approach this winter season and educating folks about the hazards of burning wood as well as gift wrapping paper. ....More Details

Three New Nominees Make the Air Quality Honor Roll 11/4/2008
This month’s Air Quality Honor Roll announces three new nominees. These individuals are considered admirable for their extra efforts to help clean our Valley’s air. ....More Details

Air Quality Violators pay over $452K in October 11/3/2008
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department announces $452,589.90 in air quality violation settlements made during October 2008. ....More Details

Cooler Weather Increases the Potential for Particulates 10/1/2008
A new month and a break in triple digits aren’t the only fresh starts this month. October 1st marks the beginning of our winter pollution season. ....More Details

Air Quality Honor Roll Approves Three New Nominees 10/1/2008
Three new nominees make the cut for this month’s Air Quality Honor Roll. These individuals deserve an honorable mention for going above and beyond what is required of them to achieve clean air. ....More Details

Air Quality Violators pay over $471K in September 10/1/2008
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department announces $471,613.30 in air quality violation settlements made during the month of September 2008. ....More Details

Air Quality Announces New Documentation Requirements 9/29/2008
Beginning October 1, 2008, Maricopa County is required by law to seek proof of an individual's legal presence in the United States before issuing a permit or license to operate a business. ....More Details

County Hires new Air Quality Director 9/26/2008
Maricopa County officials made a key appointment with the hiring of a new Air Quality Department Director. Lawrence Odle begins his employment with the department on October 22, 2008. ....More Details

Ozone Season Comes to a Close 9/22/2008
As temperatures start to break from the triple digits, the Valley’s summertime pollutant, ozone, will begin to take a break as well. Learn more about ground-level ozone here... ....More Details

Overseeding/Scalping Raises Air Quality Questions 9/9/2008
Click here to find out whether or not you need a permit to maintain your grassy landscape. ....More Details

Air Quality Honor Roll Spotlights One New Nominee 9/2/2008
Three nominees with a local concrete batch plant receive admirable mention in this month’s Air Quality Honor Roll. Click here to learn more. ....More Details

Air Quality Violators pay over $577K in August 9/2/2008
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department announces $577,640.45 in air quality violation settlements made during the month of August 2008. ....More Details

What is an Air Quality Permit Public Hearing? 8/27/2008
A permit public hearing is held by the Maricopa County Air Quality Department, when requested, to give residents and interested parties the opportunity to comment on a proposed air quality permit. ....More Details

Board of Supervisors Keep Key Program Revved Up 8/1/2008
The Board of Supervisors approved to continue a program that helps clean the air we breathe. ....More Details

July Enforcement Report Includes Record Settlement 8/1/2008
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department announces $989,673.50 in air quality violation settlements made during the month of July 2008, including a top settlement for the department. ....More Details

Air Quality Honor Roll Highlights Three New Nominees 8/1/2008
Supervisors with three construction companies made it to this month’s Air Quality Honor Roll. Click here to learn more ....More Details

Industry Challenge Reduces Pollution in South Phoenix 7/23/2008
Find out how over 29,000 pounds of air pollution was reduced in South Phoenix ....More Details

Check Out M-Info for News & Current Events 7/21/2008
Maricopa County is proud to offer a unique way to receive updates on news and current events. ....More Details

Permit Public Hearing for Wastewater Treatment Plant 7/14/2008
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department will hold a permit public hearing for Tolleson Wastewater Treatment Plant on August 21, 2008. Find out more... ....More Details

Permit Public Hearing for New Title V Facility 7/3/2008
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department will hold a permit public hearing for CMC Steel Fabricators, Inc., a Title V facility, on July 22, 2008. Find out more... ....More Details

Dry Cleaning Seminars 7/2/2008
Two dry cleaning seminars are being offered on July 21-22, 2008. Click here for more information... ....More Details

Air Quality Violators pay over $375K in June 7/1/2008
View a list of air pollution settlements made in the month of June 2008. ....More Details

Maricopa County Assists In Johns Hopkins Research Study 6/17/2008
Maricopa County assists in Johns Hopkins particulate matter research study. ....More Details

Subcontractor Registration 6/3/2008
Information for subcontractors engaged in dust-generating operations... ....More Details

Air Quality Honor Roll Recognizes Manager from Kinder Morgan 6/2/2008
One nominee is recognized this month for taking strides to keep the Valley’s air clean. Find out who the nominee is.... ....More Details

Air Quality Violators pay over $296K in May 6/2/2008
View a list of air pollution settlements made in the month of May 2008. ....More Details

How Do I Report an Air Quality Violation? 6/1/2008
If people want to know how they can report an air quality violation. It’s simple... ....More Details

Air quality violators pay over $249K in April 4/30/2008
View a list of pollution settlements made in the month of April 2008... ....More Details

Air quality rule changes summarized 4/29/2008
Learn about the latest air quality rule revisions in this summary... ....More Details

High Pollution Advisory in Effect Thursday 4/23/2008
Information on the first ozone high pollution advisory of the season... ....More Details

Air Quality Violators pay over $209K in March 4/2/2008
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department announces $209,876.79 in air quality violation settlements during the month of March. ....More Details

Ozone Season Begins April 1st 4/1/2008
It may only be the beginning of spring, but it’s time to remind everyone in Maricopa County that April 1 marks the beginning of summer ozone season. Visit RunningOutofAir.com and learn simple steps you can take each day to protect the air we all breathe and Make the Clean Air Commitment. ....More Details

Maricopa County Strengthens Dust Control Rules 3/26/2008
Find out how the new regulations affect you. ....More Details

Mesa Woman Wins Prius for Making the Clean Air Commitment 3/25/2008
During halftime at the Phoenix Suns vs. Houston Rockets game on Saturday, March 22, 2008, Maricopa County’s Running Out of Air campaign awarded Katie Gorin of Mesa a brand new Toyota Prius, courtesy of the Phoenix Suns. Gorin won the hybrid for logging on to RunningOutofAir.com and signing up to Make the Clean Air Commitment. ....More Details

Air Quality Violators, Who Are They? 3/17/2008
Maricopa County strives to reduce air pollution just as any other region. The challenge Maricopa County faces is getting residents to take action. The fact remains, we all contribute to our pollution problem here in the Valley. ....More Details

Stronger Smog Standards Will Protect Human Health 3/13/2008
EPA approved the most stringent 8-hour standard ever for ozone, tightening the standards to 0.075 parts per millions from 0.08 ppm. Ozone is a precursor to smog. ....More Details

Air Quality Violators pay over $440K in February 3/3/2008
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department announces $440,302.90 in air quality violation settlements during the month of February. The settlement cases for February are listed below including the following three highest settlements for the month: ....More Details

Make the Clean Air Commitment! 2/21/2008
On February 13, 2008, Maricopa County kicked off its new clean air initiative called Running Out of Air. The driving force behind this clean air program is the website www.RunningOutofAir.com where you will find information on the particulate pollution problem this region faces. ....More Details

Maricopa County Urges Residents to Clean the Air 2/13/2008
The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors announced today its clean air campaign titled Running Out of Air. ....More Details

Air Quality Violators pay over $185K in January 2/1/2008
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department announces alleged violators paid $185,490 in settlements in January. The settlement cases for January are listed below including the three highest settlements for the month. ....More Details

Air Quality Honor Roll Applauds Pollution Prevention 2/1/2008
Two nominees are recognized this month for taking incredible strides in keeping the Valley’s air clean. A site superintendent for a local asphalt company and a manager for an auto body shop were both nominated by inspectors with the Maricopa County Air Quality Department. ....More Details

Dust Training for the Trainers 1/22/2008
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department began certifying third party trainers. Certification will be granted to qualified individuals who attend a “Train the Trainers” class and pass a test based on Maricopa County Air Pollution Control Regulations Rule 200, 310, 310.01, and Appendix C. ....More Details

How Small is a Dust Particle? 1/16/2008
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department is responsible for issuing No Burn Day restrictions during the months of October through February when air pollution is expected to reach unhealthy levels. The question is. “When pollution levels are high, what are we breathing?” ....More Details

When is it a No Burn Day? 1/4/2008
Tis the season to sit by the fire. However, before you light that wood burning fire, be sure you won’t get a ticket. Check the forecast to be sure it is okay to light that fire. ....More Details

Air Quality Violators Pay Over $5.3 Million in 2007 1/2/2008
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department announces violators paid a record $5,331,239.56 in settlement violations in 2007. Violators paid $285,046.25 in December alone. By comparison, the Air Quality Department collected approximately $3.7 million in 2006. ....More Details

Air Quality Honor Roll Identifies Two Local Supervisors 1/2/2008
Two nominees are recognized this month for taking incredible strides in keeping the Valley’s air clean. A site superintendent for a local asphalt company and a shipping manager of a family-owned business that crafts handmade iron lighting fixtures were both nominated by inspectors with the Maricopa County Air Quality Department. ....More Details

Maricopa County Asks Residents Not to Burn 12/21/2007
This holiday season, the Maricopa County Air Quality Department is asking residents to refrain from wood-burning in fireplaces and/or woodstoves as well as open burning in outdoor fire pits unless absolutely necessary. ....More Details

No Burn Day Issued Second Day in a Row 12/4/2007
The health watch issued on Tuesday is now extended through Wednesday, December 5, 2007 until midnight (24-hour period). As a result, residents must refrain from wood-burning in fireplaces and/or woodstoves as well as open burning during the health watch Tuesday and Wednesday. ....More Details

Over $286K Paid in Air Quality Violations in November 12/3/2007
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department announces $286,266.55 in air quality violation settlements made during the month of November. A list of all settlement cases for the month is included in the attached document including the following three highest settlement cases for November: ....More Details

Health Watch Tuesday, No Burn Day Restrictions in Effect 12/3/2007
A health watch is in effect throughout Maricopa County on Tuesday, December 4, 2007 from midnight until midnight (24-hour period). As a result, residents must refrain from wood-burning in fireplaces and/or woodstoves as well as open burning during the health watch Tuesday. ....More Details

Is it Okay to Burn? 11/20/2007
The temperatures are finally dropping. It’s almost time to grab the blanket and sit by the fire. But wait! Before you light that wood burning fire, be sure you won’t get a ticket. Check the forecast to be sure it is okay to light that fire. ....More Details

First Winter Season High Pollution Advisory 11/7/2007
A high pollution advisory [HPA] is in effect throughout Maricopa County on Thursday, November 8, 2007 from midnight until midnight (24-hour period). No Burn Day restrictions are in effect despite warm temperatures. ....More Details

Air Quality Violators Pay Over $475K in October 11/1/2007
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department announces $475,445.08 in air quality violation settlements were made during the month of October. This brings the Air Quality Department’s total for 2007 to date to over $4.7 million. ....More Details

Air Quality Honor Roll Recognizes a Notable VP 11/1/2007
One new nominee is acknowledged this month for doing a remarkable job at keeping our air safe to breathe. An inspector with the Maricopa County Air Quality Department nominated a vice president with an automobile collision center for their environmentally friendly work ethic which landed them on this month’s Air Quality Honor Roll. ....More Details

Dust Pollution is on the Rise 10/22/2007
October 21, 2007 marks the ninth day in 2007 that Maricopa County has experienced unhealthy levels of PM-10 (or particulate matter measuring 10 microns or less). Nine days is already way past the federal limit. ....More Details

Air Quality Brown Bag Seminar on October 18th 10/10/2007
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department will be holding a brown bag luncheon to discuss New Source Performance Standards (NSPS), Subpart iiii, Diesel Generators. ....More Details

Air Quality Violators Pay Over $265K in September 10/2/2007
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department announces $265,031.35 in air quality violation settlements made during the month of September 2007. ....More Details

Air Quality Honor Roll Pays Tribute to Cary Edwards 10/2/2007
A supervisor with a local printing and bag manufacturing company is recognized for its exceptional environmentally friendly work practices in this month’s Air Quality Honor Roll. ....More Details

Unprecedented Air Quality Resolution Approved by Supervisors 9/19/2007
A resolution of unprecedented magnitude has been approved by the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors. ....More Details

Air Quality Violators Pay Over $524K in August 9/4/2007
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department announces $524,488.10 in air quality violation settlements made during the month of August 2007. This includes a $180,000 settlement from Fulton Homes and a $175,000 settlement from Henry Products Inc. ....More Details

Air Quality Honor Roll Recognizes Good Behavior 9/4/2007
A dry cleaner tidies up more than its client’s clothes; work stops in the name of dust control; proper signage aids in site stabilization and having a dust control monitor all helps bring in nominations for this month’s Air Quality Honor Roll. ....More Details

High Pollution Advisory Thursday August 16th 8/16/2007
Residents urged to reduce strenuous outdoor activity during ozone advisory. ....More Details

Record Settlement Tops July Report 8/1/2007
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department announces $1,485,074.75 in air quality violation settlements made during the month of July 2007. Phoenix safety technology company signs $1.2M settlement agreement. ....More Details

County Recognizes Companies for Boosting Air Quality 8/1/2007
The Air Quality Honor Roll was created in an effort to identify regulated entities and/or individuals who go above and beyond meeting air quality rules and regulations. Qualifying companies are found during inspections conducted by the Maricopa County Air Quality Department. ....More Details

Air Quality Violators Pay Over $409K in June 7/2/2007
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department announces $409,425.75 in air quality violation settlements made during the month of June 2007. A list of all settlement cases for the month of June are listed at the bottom of this document including the following three: ....More Details

Maricopa County Creates Air Quality Honor Roll 7/2/2007
In an effort to recognize those working to improve our air quality, the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors announces the creation of the Air Quality Honor Roll. ....More Details

The "Oh!" on Ozone 6/28/2007
You hear about ozone but what is it and why it is so bad for your health? ....More Details

High Pollution Advisory in Effect Wednesday, June 6th 6/5/2007
A high pollution advisory [HPA] is in effect for Wednesday, June 6, 2007 from midnight until midnight (24-hour period). As a result, residents are encouraged to limit outdoor activity, especially those with respiratory problems. ....More Details

Air Quality Violators Pay Over $1.5M in 2007 6/1/2007
Agency fines for air pollution violations close to half a million dollars in May. ....More Details

Air Quality Violators Pay Over $336K in April 5/2/2007
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department announces $336,939.50 in air quality violation settlements made during the month of April 2007. ....More Details

Network Review Public Workshop 5/2/2007
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department will hold a public meeting to discuss its 2006 Air Monitoring Network Review on Wednesday, June 6, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at 1001 North Central Avenue, Suite 560. ....More Details

Permit Public Hearing for Honeywell 4/26/2007
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department will hold a permit public hearing for Honeywell – Engines, Systems and Services on May 31, 2007 at 5:30 p.m. at the David Crockett Elementary School cafeteria, 501 N. 36th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85008. This hearing was rescheduled from Thursday, April 19, 2007. ....More Details

Air Quality Department Announces New Air Monitoring Site 4/18/2007
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department announces its 24th air monitoring site in the county located in the Agua Fria Riverbed near 115th Ave. & Union Hills. ....More Details

Annual Air Quality Conference on May 15, 2007 4/18/2007
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department and the Arizona Association of Industries will present the second annual Blue Sky Innovation Award on May 15, 2007. The award will be presented to a company who goes “above and beyond” air quality rules and regulations. ....More Details

EPA Honors Pacific Southwest Environmental Heroes 4/17/2007
During the agency's ninth annual Environmental Awards Ceremony in San Francisco Monday, the EPA presented plaques to over three dozen organizations, including the Maricopa County Air Quality Department's Enforcement Division. ....More Details

High Pollution Advisory Thursday 4/11/2007
Particulate pollution levels expected to rise above heath standard on Thursday April 12, 2007. ....More Details

Permit Public Hearing for Honeywell 4/10/2007
NOTICE - Honeywell's permit public hearing is being rescheduled. Please disregard the public hearing information previously listed on this page. The date and time for the new permit public hearing will be posted to the department's website as soon as more details are available. ....More Details

March Enforcement Report Includes Ruling for KLM Builders 4/3/2007
When KLM Builders failed to settle with the Maricopa County Air Quality Department for failing to obtain a dust generating permit, the matter was referred to the County Attorney’s Office for legal action. ....More Details

Permit Public Hearing for Covance Laboratories, Inc. 4/2/2007
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department will hold a permit public hearing for Covance Laboratories, Inc. on Tuesday, April 30, 2007 at 6:00 p.m. at the Chandler Air Service Hangar, 1675 East Ryan Road, Chandler, AZ 85249. ....More Details

One Location for all Air Quality Permit Needs 3/8/2007
One Stop Shop serves as a central location for Air Quality Department billing, fee collection and permit application intake. The centralized site opened for Air Quality Department business in September 2006. ....More Details

Air Quality Violators Pay Over $329K in February 3/1/2007
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department announces $329,294.38 in air quality violation settlements made during the month of February 2007. Engle Homes created a Supplemental Environmental Project [SEP] to be included in its settlement agreement and developed an educational dust control DVD. ....More Details

Bring Back Blue March Challenge 2/23/2007
Supervisors to carpool, bus and walk to work with city and state leaders to kick off March Challenge. ....More Details

Air Quality Violators Pay Over $264K in January 2/1/2007
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department announces $264,750 in air quality violation settlements were made during the month of January 2007. ....More Details

Emissions Inventory Public Review Draft Released for Review 1/24/2007
Phoenix, AZ -- The Maricopa County Air Quality Department (MCAQD) released its draft 2005 Periodic Emissions Inventory for PM10 for the Maricopa County PM10 Nonattainment Area for an informal 30-day public review period on January 23, 2007. ....More Details

Maricopa County Strives to Bring Back Blue! 1/16/2007
At a press conference today, the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors, in conjunction with the Maricopa County Air Quality Department, launched its Bring Back Blue clean air initiative. ....More Details

New Credit Card Payment Option for Air Quality Permits 1/11/2007
One Stop Shop now accepts credit cards as a new method of payment for air quality permits. ....More Details

Maricopa County Air Quality Receives Clean Air Award 1/2/2007
The American Lung Association (ALA) of Arizona announced a prestigious Clean Air Award for the Maricopa County Air Quality Department for 2006 at their Volunteer Awards Reception on December 14, 2006. ....More Details

Air Quality Violators Pay Over $603K in December 1/1/2007
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department announces that alleged violators paid over $3.7 million this fiscal year in settlement violations. ....More Details

Dust Control Training Available 12/22/2006
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department has stepped up its efforts to help control particulates that have been lingering in the valley. The department has two types of training classes which are offered to educate individuals and potential sources of dust emissions. ....More Details

High Pollution Advisory Lifted for Weekend 12/15/2006
The week-long string of high pollution advisories [HPA] has finally come to a close. On Saturday, the No Burn Day restriction issued by the Maricopa County Air Quality Department will be lifted. ....More Details

Record Dust Settlement Tops November Enforcement 12/1/2006
Air quality violators pay over $343K in November. ....More Details

New Air Quality Interactive Map Available On-line 11/17/2006
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department introduces a new, interactive way to check out the air quality in your area. The interactive air quality monitoring map is available on the department’s website. ....More Details

Mobile Air Monitoring Program One Step Closer to Reality 11/15/2006
In a solid vote of approval Wednesday morning, the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors approved funding for a state of the art mobile air monitoring program. ....More Details

EPA Evaluates Air Quality Permitting 11/9/2006
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency commends Maricopa County Air Quality Department for its clean air permitting program. ....More Details

First Pollution Alert of the Season Called Wednesday 11/8/2006
A high pollution advisory [HPA] is in effect for Wednesday, November 8, 2006 from midnight until midnight [24-hour period]. Levels of PM-10 (or particulate matter measuring 10 microns or less) are expected to exceed the federal health standard on Wednesday. ....More Details

Air Quality Violators Pay Over $384K in October 11/1/2006
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department announces $384,452 in air quality violation settlements made during the month of October 2006. ....More Details

Community Forum to Discuss Fuel Spill Soil Remediation 10/16/2006
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department hosts a community forum to discuss soil remediation of a jet fuel spill in Phoenix. ....More Details

Air Quality Violators Pay over $265K in September 10/2/2006
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department announces $265,574 in air quality violation settlements made during the month of September 2006. ....More Details

Rule Revision Hearing; Rule 510 10/2/2006
Hearing details proposed revisions to air quality Rule 510... ....More Details

New Location for Air Quality Services 9/18/2006
Air Quality Department Services have moved to 501 North 44th Street in Phoenix. ....More Details

Air Quality Violators Pay over $276K in August 9/1/2006
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department announces $176,327 in air quality violation settlements made during the month of August 2006. ....More Details

Air Quality Violators Pay Over $168K in July 8/1/2006
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department announces $168,132 in air quality violation settlements made during the month of July 2006. ....More Details

Six South Phoenix companies reduce pollution by 18,452 lbs 8/1/2006
How a voluntary partnership is cleaning up South Phoenix skies... ....More Details

Air Quality Rule Revision Approved 7/12/2006
Revisions to be made to Rule 280-Fees... ....More Details

Air Quality Violators Pay Over $302K in June 7/3/2006
In its goal is to ensure federal clean air standards are achieved, the Maricopa County Air Quality Department announces $302, 391 in air quality violation settlements made during the month of June 2006. ....More Details

Proposed Air Quality Rule Revisions 6/30/2006
The Air Quality Department is proposing revisions to Rule 510, Air Quality Standards. ....More Details

Air Quality Permit Hearing 6/21/2006
The Air Quality Department will hear public input for the APS West Phoenix permit renewal. ....More Details

Air Quality Public Workshop 6/12/2006
The Air Quality Department will hold a Public Workshop to discuss New Source Review and Title V Rule Revision in June. ....More Details

Air Quality Violators Pay over $266K in May 6/2/2006
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department announces $266,554 in air quality violation settlements during the month of May 2006. ....More Details

Ozone HPA Friday 6/2/2006
Ozone levels are expected to reach the federal standard on Friday, June 2nd. ....More Details

Maricopa County Air Monitoring Data Released 6/2/2006
Read about our air quality in 2005. ....More Details

Local Company Awarded for Pursuit of Blue Sky 5/25/2006
The first annual Blue Sky Innovation Award is announced and the winner is... ....More Details

Public Hearing to Discuss Air Quality Rule Revision 5/24/2006
The Board of Supervisors will conduct a public hearing on July 12th, 9am to discuss proposed revisions to air quality Rule 280 (Fees). ....More Details

Local Company to Receive Award for Pursuit of Blue Sky 5/11/2006
The first annual air quality award ceremony searches for Blue Sky winners. ....More Details

Valley Builder to Pay Record Dust Settlement 5/9/2006
A Scottsdale construction company will pay a record $75K in dust pollution fines. ....More Details

Air Quality Violators Pay Over $159K in April 5/4/2006
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department announces $159,704 in air quailty violation settlements during the month of April 2006. ....More Details

Air Quality Violators Pay Over $169K in March 4/4/2006
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department announces $169,599 in air quality violation settlements made during the month of March 2006. ....More Details

Public Hearing for Proposed Air Quality Permit 3/29/2006
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department will hold a public hearing for a permit application for Rinker Materials. ....More Details

Air Pollution Control Rule Revisions 3/20/2006
On March 15, 2006 the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors approved revisions to the Maricopa County Air Pollution Control Regulations. ....More Details

Air Pollution Violations Top $724K for February 3/1/2006
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department's enforcement division collected $724,045 in air pollution violations during the month of February. ....More Details

Air Quality Rule Revisions 2/10/2006
Six air quality rule revisions are set to go before the Board of Supervisors. ....More Details

Air Quality Violators Pay Over $41K in January 2/7/2006
The Maricopa County Air Quality Department announces $41,787 in air quality violation settlements during the month of January 2006. ....More Details

Local Companies Pay Over $43K for Polluting 12/20/2005
Over the past month, the department’s enforcement division has collected more than $43,000 for air pollution violations. ....More Details

Valley Companies Pay for Air Pollution Violations 11/9/2005
Two Valley companies pay nearly $20,000 for dust and permit violations. Read the latest enforcement report from the Maricopa County Air Quality Department. ....More Details

Northwest Valley Air Monitoring Study Released 11/4/2005
New data on the air quality in the northwest valley is now available from the Maricopa. ....More Details

Valley Homebuilder to Pay $63,000 for Dust Violations 8/18/2005
Engle Homes agrees to pay for nine dust violations at several homesites across the valley. ....More Details

A "New Day" For Air Quality in Maricopa County 8/16/2005
Air Quality Department Responds to EPA’s Notice of Deficiency. ....More Details

Air Quality Division Fines Fuel Delivery Company 7/29/2005
Fuel delivery company Coastal Transport is asked to pay a $20,000 settlement for faulty fuel delivery. The Maricopa County Air Quality Department’s enforcement division is responsible for settling air pollution claims and violations within Maricopa County. ....More Details

Maricopa County One Step Closer to Clean Air Regulation 6/9/2005
On June 8, 2005 the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors unanimously voted to pass significant revisions to Rule 316 Nonmetalic Mineral Processing. The rule covers dust emissions that come from the rock products industry. That industry includes sand and gravel operations as well as concrete, asphalt, salt mine and brick operations. ....More Details