“Buenos Dias.” It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to Maricopa County Hispanic Network’s web site!

I would like to give you some background information about the Maricopa County Hispanic Network. In 1992, the International City/County Management Association (ICMA) Hispanic Board of Directors gave Maricopa County the approval to establish the first local chapter ever. Several county employees met to discuss how Maricopa County could become more sensitive to cultural diversity. They formed the Hispanic Network, with its mission to promote the professional and personal growth of employees through education and involvement in civic, educational, and cultural programs that enhance our community.

Now, our Hispanic Network is involved in local community projects, including county and international projects.

One of Maricopa County’s goals is to be an organization that recognizes people for their skills, education, and accomplishments, as we gather talent from every part of our community.

I would like to encourage you to continue supporting our Hispanic Network. They have been nationally recognized by the ICMA Hispanic Network as a strong, viable vehicle to promoting cultural diversity, education, and networking.

David Smith,
CAO, Maricopa County