Morrison Institute

Morrison Institute for Public Policy is a nonpartisan, independent center for research, analysis and public outreach for Arizona and the region.

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Why are so many schools closing in the Phoenix-Metro area?

Our new explainer provides context for leaders and communities as school‑closure questions surface in the news.

Read the brief: https://t.co/JP3iULqaNY

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We are saddened by the passing of June Morrison, co‑founder of the Morrison Institute for Public Policy.
An ASU News tribute reflects on a life of humility, service, and lasting impact.

Read the article here: https://t.co/WRelcdlZwh

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NEW: Our Pilgrim Rest Community Hub evaluation with @ArizonaDCS is live! The data shows it connects families to rental, utility, transport and food help. Verdict: high trust, demand, and impact.

Read more:🔗 https://t.co/rjbLh3nSzP

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"Arizona Business Magazine" honors the Kyl Center for Water Policy's vital research on sustainable water management. Proud to collaborate on Arizona's crucial water work. Full mention in the digital issue (page 54): https://t.co/Y4l0kj80jv

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Final reminder: Survey closes Feb. 17!

Maricopa & Pinal residents, share your views on heat, air quality, water & land use: https://t.co/fFpFvkwxsE

#FuturePhoenix #Phoenix #ASU #CommunitySurvey

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Thanks for the responses! Maricopa & Pinal County residents if you haven’t had a chance to participate yet, there’s still time to share your views on heat, air quality, water & land use by Feb. 17!

Take the Future Phoenix Community survey: https://t.co/7pjBi53nil

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We want to hear from you!

Residents of Maricopa & Pinal Counties — share your views on heat, air quality, water, and land use in our brief community survey.

Take the survey: https://t.co/7pjBi53nil

#FuturePhoenix #Phoenix #CommunitySurvey

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Affordable housing boosts Arizona's economy!

New independent research shows:
• $82.7M to GDP
• 1,040 jobs
• $48.2M in income
Still, barriers remain — from zoning to local opposition.

Read our new report: https://t.co/CsJm1GeYCl

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Affordable housing investments aren’t just about buildings — they shape Arizona’s economy.
A new independent analysis from Morrison Institute + Seidman Research Institute lands Jan 26.
Here’s another look at what’s ahead.

#AHP #AffordableHousing #AZHousing #EconomicImpact

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How do affordable housing investments shape Arizona’s economy? On Jan 26, Morrison Institute + Seidman Research Institute will release research on the impact of AHP developments. Full report coming soon.

#AZHousing #AffordableHousing

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Arizona’s toughest challenges—housing, water, growth—need data-driven solutions.
Our 2025 Impact report shows how research moves policy forward.

Read now: https://t.co/4dRZ5ETo7L

#ArizonaPolicy #ImpactReport #FuturePhoenix

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New report: Recruitment and Retention of Arizona's Detention Officers.

ASU, UArizona & Arizona Board of Regents analyze the factors contributing to vacancies, turnover, and burnout. The executive summary is authored by the Morrison Institute.

Read more: https://t.co/Jr6sEjTExx

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How can data and collaboration shape Phoenix’s future? The #FuturePhoenix initiative is showing the way. Read more from Morrison Institute: https://t.co/F4kKGSIwCt

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Momentum is building! Local leaders gathered at the 2nd Future Phoenix Leadership Roundtable to discuss project initiatives to tackle Arizona’s big challenges: water, urban heat, air quality & land use. More soon! Read about the first Roundtable: https://t.co/LvVBmZeK43

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📣 Still time to register! Join us Aug. 27 for a free webinar on improving public safety through Sentinel Event Reviews. Register here: https://t.co/gU1j7ILgUC

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How can communities learn from mistakes in policing?

Join Morrison Institute on Aug. 27 (12–1 PM AZ time) for a free webinar on Sentinel Event Reviews.

🔗 Register: https://t.co/VSe0HM7BJU
#PublicSafety #Policing

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The Morrison Institute is partnering with @TernerLabs to use their Housing Policy Simulator tool to better understand the effects of potential housing policy changes in Arizona. Learn more about the Simulator and our new partnership. Learn more: https://t.co/qzH74c0Kwa

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New from Morrison Institute: A plain-language explainer on how Arizona funds its public schools—what it is, how it works, and why it matters.

🔗 Read more: https://t.co/ZWpFWsP91z
🌐 More tools: https://t.co/oVR77eBFV1

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Our new report analyzes water affordability across 600+ providers in AZ—public, private & Tribal. Join our webinar on March 5 to dive into the findings!

📖 Read:
https://t.co/prPBf29RCY

🔗 Register: https://t.co/jYVIlDtss9

#WaterAffordability #ArizonaWater

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Join Morrison Institute's Andrea Whitsett at @phxbizjournal's #MentoringMonday! Get career advice & network with top businesswomen. Feb 24, 8:30-10:30am at AZ Biltmore.

Register: https://t.co/CfKO7SdkGM

#Mentorship #LeadershipDevelopment