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GILBERT — The Town of Gilbert is proposing its first rate adjustment since 2009 for its residential and commercial customers, a move it says is an effort to balance its funds and expenses over the next few years.

Deloitte, a professional services firm that offers audit, advisory tax and consulting services to over 20 industries, has invested $34 million to set up its new U.S. delivery center for technology solutions in Gilbert, a move that is expected to bring 2,500 jobs to the community.

The City of Tucson is seeking a water control systems engineer for its control systems operations division.

The Cochise County Library is offering a summer reading program at rural libraries across the county as part of a "Libraries Rock!" initiative.

A recent state audit that included a facility spot check has resulted in the Cochise County Jail receiving a perfect rating for its health care services.

Residents attending the July 4th Republic Services Arizona Celebration of Freedom this year will have a chance to help thousands of families in the Mesa community who are in need of food through the "Fill the Mesa Parade Fire Truck."

A book that helps researchers graph complex connections between people, landscape and artifacts has recently been co-edited by Mesa Community College professor Kirk Costion.

The Greater Phoenix Chamber Political Action Committee has released its endorsements for candidates for the Arizona Legislature in the state's primary election on Aug. 28.

Leading Edge Academy Gilbert will begin its upcoming school year under new leadership as it recently named Heidi Simms as its new principal.

Gov. Doug ​Ducey has laid out a plan to use part of the $57 million in settlement funds the state will receive from Volkswagen for new school buses, wild land fire crews, and equipment for the Arizona Department of Transportation.

Marana High School will continue to have its school resource officer thanks to an agreement between the Marana Unified School District and the Town of Marana, who will share the cost of the position.

The Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations through Aug. 15 for its annual Sterling Awards, which recognize people and organizations for their innovation and community stewardship.

The Flagstaff community will help commemorate the historical end to slavery in the U.S. at an upcoming Juneteenth celebration.

The Arizona Governor's Office of Strategic Planning and Budgeting has released an analysis that projects the state's school district and charter school funding for the FY 2019.

Gilbert-based Barrett Financial Group will offer loan programs where owner-occupied homes can be used as collateral to secure a loan.

Because only six candidates have officially tossed their hats into the bid for three Scottsdale City Council seats, there will be no Aug. 28 primary.

The City of Goodyear is planning to hold a free 30-minute swim lesson for kids dubbed as "The World's Largest Swimming Lesson" event.

Cochise County's Bowie railroad crossing will be designated a "quiet zone" after complaints from residents regarding the excessive noise from the 40 trains that use the Central Avenue crossing each day.

The Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce will host three new Valley executive who will share their thoughts and visions for the local communities at its upcoming Premier Leader Series event.

Pima Community College has received the Government Finance Officers Association of the U.S. and Canada's certificate of achievement, marking the 26th year the school has received the award.