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Advocating for Increased Support at the Arizona Capitol

January 29, 2025

Yesterday, Kathryn Valles-Wallace, Executive Director of Tucson, Shaun Crouse, Executive Director of Phoenix, and Michael Burnett, Regional Vice President of Arizona and Utah, visited the Arizona State Capitol to advocate for increased funding for individuals with disabilities. Governor Katie Hobbs’ proposed budget includes an increase in Developmental Disabilities Division (DDD) rates, and we met with legislators to encourage their support for this critical measure.

During our discussions, we highlighted the impact of our services, the needs of the individuals we support, and the challenges facing our organization. A key focus of these conversations was the importance of rate increases in addressing workforce sustainability, including staff wages, which are essential for maintaining high-quality care.

We remain committed to advocating for policies that strengthen supports for people with disabilities and will continue working to ensure their needs are prioritized.

Kathryn Valles-Wallace, Executive Director of Tucson, and Michael Burnett, Regional Vice President of Arizona and Utah, at the Arizona State Capitol on January 29, 2025. They met with a Capitol staff member to discuss the importance of investing in services that enhance opportunities for individuals with disabilities and ensure their long-term well-being.
On January 29, 2025, Kathryn Valles-Wallace, Executive Director of Tucson, and Michael Burnett, Regional Vice President of Arizona and Utah, met with Rep. Sarah Liguori (AZ LD5) at the Arizona State Capitol to discuss the importance of investing in services that enhance opportunities for individuals with disabilities and ensure their long-term well-being. Pictured from left to right: Kathryn Valles-Wallace, Rep. Sarah Liguori, and Michael Burnett.
On January 29, 2025, Shaun Crouse, Executive Director of Phoenix; Kathryn Valles-Wallace, Executive Director of Tucson; and Michael Burnett, Regional Vice President of Arizona and Utah, visited the Arizona State Capitol to advocate for increased funding for individuals with disabilities. They were joined by Rep. Patty Contreras (AZ LD12) and Capitol staff as Community Options Arizona leadership met with legislators, emphasizing the need for rate increases to support workforce sustainability and high-quality care. Pictured from left to right: Shaun Crouse, [Staff Member], Kathryn Valles-Wallace, Michael Burnett, and Rep. Patty Contreras.
On January 29, 2025, Shaun Crouse, Executive Director of Phoenix; Kathryn Valles-Wallace, Executive Director of Tucson; and Michael Burnett, Regional Vice President of Arizona and Utah, visited the Arizona State Capitol to advocate for increased funding for individuals with disabilities. They were joined by Rep. Patty Contreras (AZ LD12) and Capitol staff as Community Options Arizona leadership met with legislators, emphasizing the need for rate increases to support workforce sustainability and high-quality care. Pictured from left to right: Shaun Crouse, [Staff Member], Kathryn Valles-Wallace, Michael Burnett, and Rep. Patty Contreras.
Shaun Crouse, Executive Director of Phoenix; Michael Burnett, Regional Vice President of Arizona and Utah; and Kathryn Valles-Wallace, Executive Director of Tucson, visited the Arizona State Capitol on January 29, 2025. Community Options Arizona leadership met with legislators to advance our mission of creating meaningful opportunities and improving lives.
Shaun Crouse, Executive Director of Phoenix; Michael Burnett, Regional Vice President of Arizona and Utah; and Kathryn Valles-Wallace, Executive Director of Tucson, visited the Arizona State Capitol on January 29, 2025. Community Options Arizona leadership met with legislators to advance our mission of creating meaningful opportunities and improving lives.