It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always.
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting Casa Grande Ruins National Monument in San Tan Valley, AZ gets harder without someone by their side. Unfortunately, many older Americans aren't able to rely on their adult children for help. The reality in today's world is that family members do not have the skills or time to dedicate to caring for their parents. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.
Our in-home care services are for people who prefer to stay at home as they grow older but need ongoing care that family or friends cannot provide. More and more older adults prefer to live far away from long-term, institutionalized facilities and closer to the place where they feel most comfortable - their home. Home care in San Tan Valley, AZ is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting San Tan Mountain Regional Park in San Tan Valley, AZ with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local Flemings Prime Steakhouse Wine Bar or visit Governor Hunt Tomb, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in San Tan Valley, AZ, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.
Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors.
Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.
For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like a nursing home. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.
More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.
With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.
In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.
Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.
At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.
At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in San Tan Valley, AZ understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in San Tan Valley, AZ 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.
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SAN TAN VALLEY, AZ — When business went flat earlier this year, East Valley pizza shop owner Jamie Hamzeh thought he was about to serve his last slice.
But before closing the doors on his San Tan Valley pizzeria, he turned to the community with one simple question: “What can I do to earn your business back?”
What happened next reignited not just his ovens but his spirit.
The flood of feedback, encouragement, and love from neighbors helped Hamzeh transform Geno’s Giant Slice into a family-focused, thriving hub once again.
Now, with “Kids Eat Free Mondays,” photo ops for families, and a slogan that says it all — “Not just a pizzeria, your pizzeria” — Hamzeh’s story is a reminder that with heart, humility, and community, even tough times can rise again.
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Earlier this year, owner Jamie, who has operated Geno's Giant Slice in San Tan Valley since 2014, faced the heartbreaking possibility of closing the restaurant for good. Business had slowed, and after more than a decade of serving the community, he wondered if it might be time to say goodbye.Before making that decision, he turned to the people who mattered most - his customers - posting a simple but heartfelt question on Facebook: "What can I do to earn your business bac...
Earlier this year, owner Jamie, who has operated Geno's Giant Slice in San Tan Valley since 2014, faced the heartbreaking possibility of closing the restaurant for good. Business had slowed, and after more than a decade of serving the community, he wondered if it might be time to say goodbye.
Before making that decision, he turned to the people who mattered most - his customers - posting a simple but heartfelt question on Facebook: "What can I do to earn your business back?"
The response was overwhelming. Hundreds of comments poured in from neighbors, families, and longtime customers sharing ideas, encouragement, and personal stories about what Geno's meant to them. The outpouring reignited Jamie's passion and it changed everything.
"Because of the community's support, Geno's not only stayed open, we're thriving again," Jamie said. "This experience reminded me never to give up, even when things feel uncertain. The people of San Tan Valley truly put the heartbeat back into my business."
Known for serving massive New York–style slices and 24-inch pizzas that could easily feed a family, Geno's Giant Slice has been a staple in the area for more than a decade. The menu features everything from classic cheese and pepperoni to loaded specialties like Chicken Bacon Ranch, Philly Steak, and Buffalo Chicken, along with toasted subs, wings, and even gluten-free options.
While foodies across Arizona rave about Geno's size and flavor, it's the story behind the counter that's earning even more admiration. In a time when small businesses continue to face challenges, Jamie's perseverance and the community's response stands as a reminder of what makes San Tan Valley special.
"Geno's has always been more than just a pizza place," one resident shared. "It's where we've celebrated birthdays, team wins, and family dinners. Seeing everyone rally to keep it open felt like giving back to a neighbor who's always been there for us."
Today, Geno's Giant Slice is busier than ever - not just serving giant slices, but also serving as proof that community support can make all the difference.
"I'll never forget what this town did for me," Jamie said. "San Tan Valley reminded me that small businesses don't just survive because of sales - they survive because of people."
Geno's Giant Slice is located in San Tan Valley in the Shops at Copper Basin - 2510 E. Hunt Highway, and continues to serve up some of the biggest — and best — slices in Arizona.
Josh and Tiffany Hill welcome the rain. But the flooding they experience at their San Tan Valley ranch shuts down operations and puts their animals at risk.SAN TAN VALLEY, Ariz. — Nearly every time it rains, Josh and Tiffany Hill worry.Not because of the rain—living on and owning a ranch in the desert, they welcome the rain—but because of what happens after.Hayden Acres, located in San Tan Valley, has experienced flooding nearly every time it rains for the four years Josh and Tiffany Hill have been in t...
Josh and Tiffany Hill welcome the rain. But the flooding they experience at their San Tan Valley ranch shuts down operations and puts their animals at risk.
SAN TAN VALLEY, Ariz. — Nearly every time it rains, Josh and Tiffany Hill worry.
Not because of the rain—living on and owning a ranch in the desert, they welcome the rain—but because of what happens after.
Hayden Acres, located in San Tan Valley, has experienced flooding nearly every time it rains for the four years Josh and Tiffany Hill have been in the area.
The animals at the ranch range from cows and donkeys to horses and emu, and all of them live in standing water while Josh and Tiffany Hill manually dig trenches, trying to divert water and give the animals some relief.
"When the rain comes in, and we literally thought it was going to come in the house last night," Josh Hill said of the recent rainfall.
Animals left in standing water can develop infections just like humans can, Josh Hill explained.
"You can only stand in water for so long until your, your skin starts, skin starts giving out. You start developing thrush, bacteria growth inside the foot," Josh Hill said.
But it's not only the animals impacted by the flooding: the ranch also operates Majors Brigade, an equine therapy program for individuals and families, especially veterans and first responders.
Because of the heavy rainfall and subsequent flooding, the ranch has been unable to host anyone.
"We really hadn't even got operating and running from the last rain because we have to bring the horses into the dry spots, and those dry spots are where we usually do a lot of our training, and therapy type sessions with our nonprofit," Josh Hill said. "...It definitely hits the pocketbook really, really hard."
12News reached out to Pinal County regarding a ditch that the Hills say is overflowing and causing a lot of the flooding they experience on the property.
Public Information Officer Ray Telles said the county is responsible for drainage along county-maintained roads that are not in homeowner association-managed areas, not on private property.
"Our maintenance crews are constantly working throughout the County to make sure our roads and rights-of-way are able to be safely traveled and that any drainage ditches are free of obstructions or potential backups," Telles said in a statement to 12News.
Telles also said that the area near Hayden Acres has had a history of flooding, and the county did try to work on a mitigation project. But there were conflicts with the SRP infrastructure.
"Our nearest rain gauge at the Queen Creek Wash shows nearly four inches of rain falling (3.82") in this area within a span of a few days," Telles said. "That’s about half the yearly average rain total happening in less than a week. Even with a fully improved drainage system, this much rain in that short amount of time will cause problems."
But for Josh and Tiffany Hill, not knowing who to call or who can help them isn't just frustrating. It's a threat to their livelihood.
"This place is our entire livelihood, and our passion," Josh and Tiffany Hill told 12News. "These events completely shut our operation down, and even more importantly, the animals suffer."
For those who would like to help the ranch, Josh and Tiffany Hill said donations on their website can go a long way, and in the past, they have used pine pellets and manure rakes to help clean the property themselves.
The full statement from Pinal County is below:
"Thank you for your inquiry. Pinal County is responsible for drainage along County-maintained roads that are not in HOA managed developments. Our maintenance crews are constantly working throughout the County to make sure our roads and rights-of-way are able to be safely traveled and that any drainage ditches are free of obstructions or potential backups. We can only perform work in our right-of-way and not on private property. This particular area has had a history of flooding. There are past studies that clearly show that this property and the adjacent properties have a risk of flooding. We attempted a mitigation project along Kenworthy years ago, but we were not able to fully implement it due to conflicts with SRP infrastructure. There is private development happening nearby (an apartment complex) which will also help to improve the drainage in the area. Once construction is complete, the apartments should have a channel and culvert system that should help the situation. Half street and drainage improvements are required of all private development within Pinal County. Our nearest rain gauge at the Queen Creek Wash shows nearly four inches of rain falling (3.82") in this area within a span of a few days. That’s about half the yearly average rain total happening in less than a week. Even with a fully improved drainage system, this much rain in that short amount of time will cause problems. Pinal County also provides free sandbags for residents at all of our maintenance yards in preparation of rain events. These sandbags are available year round and we encourage our residents to prepare as much as possible to protect their property. We also encourage residents to register for our Pinal Emergency Notification System (PENS), to be notified of any immediate emergencies."
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Each member will serve on the inaugural San Tan Valley town council until an open election can be held next August.SAN TAN VALLEY, Ariz. — Thursday night will mark a historic moment for a town in Pinal County.Seven community members will be sworn in to make up the very first San Tan Valley town council.Tyler Hudgins, Bryan Hunt, Gia Jenkins, Daniel Oakes, Daren Schnepf, Brian Tyler and Rupert Wolfert were selected by the Pinal County Board of Supervisors.Last week at a special meeting, each of them addressed...
Each member will serve on the inaugural San Tan Valley town council until an open election can be held next August.
SAN TAN VALLEY, Ariz. — Thursday night will mark a historic moment for a town in Pinal County.
Seven community members will be sworn in to make up the very first San Tan Valley town council.
Tyler Hudgins, Bryan Hunt, Gia Jenkins, Daniel Oakes, Daren Schnepf, Brian Tyler and Rupert Wolfert were selected by the Pinal County Board of Supervisors.
Last week at a special meeting, each of them addressed where the town’s revenue will come from.
Tyler Hudgins: "The four buckets that we collect taxes that go to the state, and then are distributed to all the municipalities. Thankful to incorporation, now those dollars will be coming to San Tan Valley. Those will be the initial dollars that will be coming in. The town would have the ability to start making some short-term decisions for the town in this first year.”
Bryan Hunt: "The majority of the revenues, I believe, could be coming from property taxes. There will also be sales taxes, the taxes on fuel. There are a number of different things that come through for revenue, but I believe the majority of those are coming from the property taxes.”
Gia Jenkins: "Besides the shared revenues that we'll eventually get, we need to do some kind of a sales tax model to be able to charge the different business codes, like construction, prime and speculative retail. Establish those parameters.”
Daniel Oakes: "Tax revenue, property taxes, sales taxes are the basics, I think that would be the beginning, and we'd have to cooperate with county on what that looks like in a transition. Maybe there's regulations about how transitions occur that we'll be educated about. I'm eager to be educated and work cooperatively with the county in a transition for that.”
Daren Schnepf: "There would be other opportunities that revenues would come from, like sales tax to garner from. Hopefully, something that wouldn't happen is property tax, but that property tax can be implemented. That could be used only for specific things, but I don't think that's something that you generally would want to do.”
Brian Tyler: "For right now, I would say state shared tax revenue and sales tax revenue along with property tax. But, that's kind of untouchable until you can get a public vote.”
Rupert Wolfert: "So ideally, what we'll be doing is adopting many of the similar county taxes that are already in place. The current structures, revenue streams, we will utilize that as a basis for funding the initial operations for the town.”
Each member will serve on the inaugural San Tan Valley town council until an open election can be held next August.
They will be sworn in on Thursday night at Central Arizona College's San Tan Campus.
San Tan Valley, which is home to approximately 100,000 people, officially became a town last week.
Pinal County will continue to provide services until the end of next June.
But, come July 1 of 2026, the town council has to be ready to serve the community.
The council has a long to-do list. They’ll have to look into hiring a town manager, and establishing a budget among other things.
The swearing-in ceremony is scheduled to happen at 6 p.m.
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PHOENIX — San Tan Valley officially became Arizona’s newest town on Wednesday.The long effort to incorporate finally became a reality after Pinal County leaders selected San Tan Valley’s inaugural, seven-person town council.Before their historic decision, the Pinal County Board of Supervisors interviewed 13 candidates on Monday.Tyler Hudgins is among the first members of the San Tan Valley Town Council. He led the push to incorporate the northern Pinal County community, which has a population of about 1...
PHOENIX — San Tan Valley officially became Arizona’s newest town on Wednesday.
The long effort to incorporate finally became a reality after Pinal County leaders selected San Tan Valley’s inaugural, seven-person town council.
Before their historic decision, the Pinal County Board of Supervisors interviewed 13 candidates on Monday.
Tyler Hudgins is among the first members of the San Tan Valley Town Council. He led the push to incorporate the northern Pinal County community, which has a population of about 100,000.
This marks the fruition of decades of political efforts dating all the way back to residents’ first attempt to incorporate in 2005, Hudgins said.
“We are now officially the 92nd municipality in the state of Arizona,” Hudgins told KTAR News 92.3 FM on Wednesday. “There’s a lot of work ahead of us, and I believe this council is ready to roll up its sleeves.”
San Tan Valley, which gets its name from the nearby San Tan Mountains, is around 47 miles southeast of downtown Phoenix, beyond the southeast Valley suburb of Queen Creek.
In addition to Hudgins, the other members of the San Tan Valley Town Council are Bryan Hunt, Gia Jenkins, Daniel Oakes, Daren Schnepf, Brian Tyler and Rupert Wolfert.
The members will take part in a ceremonial swearing-in event on Sept. 25 at Central Arizona College – San Tan Campus.
“We have less than a year, as the inaugural council, before there’s a newly elected council that will come in,” Hudgins said. “One of the top things that needs to be done is finding a town manager.”
A local newspaper will soon open, and Hudgins expects more economic activity as the town establishes itself. But before that, there’s a lot of work leaders have to do.
“Getting our governmental functions in place: town clerk, town attorney and getting a location where residents can come and meet their town clerk and their local government,” he said.
KTAR News 92.3 FM’s Balin Overstolz McNair contributed to this report.
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