Need to know where to go to get a copy of your birth certificate? Want to incorporate a business? Got a question about the AIMS test? When it comes to navigating the complicated waters of state government, the Government Resource Directory is your guide. Much more than a directory of names and phone numbers, it contains job descriptions, agency directors, section heads, policy-makers, state lobbyists, state legislators and much more. A veritable state government information bible, most of its information is available nowhere else. Published once a year in December, it is included as part of any paid subscription to the Arizona Capitol Times. It may also be purchased separately.

While our readers have come to expect a new Government Resource Directory to be published and delivered on an annual basis every December, our continuing mission to keep this publication as up-to-date as possible has compelled us to produce an extra addition this year. As is typical, with a new administration has come several new faces — and some familiar ones — to the state’s agencies. To keep our readers dialed in, we have included an updated listing for each of these agencies with the latest staff rosters and contact information. We have also provided a photo and biographical sketch for those agencies with new directors.

The Political Almanac is full of information about the best advisers on campaigns, initiatives and elections, plus statisticians, petition gatherers and more. It features our famous Wall of Knowledge statistics, lists and tables from the files of the Arizona News Service.

TIMES PAST: Reflections from Arizona History A collection of 120 historic photos and essays each of which makes a moment in Arizona history come alive. Selected from “Times Past” features that have appeared in the Arizona Capitol Times for 25 years. This book has been accepted as an Arizona Centennial 2012 Legacy Project by the Arizona Historical Advisory Commission.

In September 2008, Arizona Capitol Times honored its second annual slate of Leaders of the Year in Public Policy. The individuals were nominated by their peers for this prestigious honor and chosen by an advisory panel of community leaders. The video presentation was created by Sonoran Visual Media and shown at the awards luncheon.

Arizona's property tax system is among the most complex in the country. The Arizona Property Taxes booklet has been written to assist Realtors and homebuyers in better understanding this system. Published in conjunction with the Arizona Tax Research Association once a year in March, the booklet contains an explanation of property tax classifications, assessment ratios and appeals procedures.

A detailed four-color map of Arizona's legislative districts. Includes legislative district boundaries and numbers, cities, counties, roads, highways and geographical features. Details of the Phoenix and Tucson metro areas are on reverse side.

How a bill becomes law in Arizona is explained in plain English and 19 easy-to-read steps. Presented on a full-color 8.5" x 11" durable laminated card.

The 2009 Book of Lobbyists and Government Liaisons is here. This annual publication serves as a guide to the lobbyists in Arizona, those who are anticipating entering the lobbying arena and anyone who needs to contact key state offices. Inside you will find listings of Arizona lobbyists – including name, company/agency/organization, address, phone and fax. Plus, there will be an easy reference guide to critical contact information for state agencies along with articles and information about the business of lobbying in Arizona.

Are you an educator or physician? Maybe you're a cosmetologist or a farmer. Whatever your chosen field, you should know who is on the appointive boards and commissions that regulate your profession and many others. Our special publication, Citizen Government, lists all of the members of the state's appointive boards and commissions, explains their statutory powers and duties, and gives these agencies' phone numbers and addresses. It is included as part of any paid subscription to the Arizona Capitol Times. It may also be purchased separately.

The Trade & Professional Associations Directory combines a comprehensive list of the state’s organizations, representing everybody from air conditioning contractors to the Arizona Tourism Alliance. Included in this edition is an analysis by two powerful associations of an important issue facing many Arizonans. No other source contains this volume of information organized in such a user-friendly format.

The 2009 Guide the 49th Legislature is a handbook that includes members’ photos and biographies, staff names and phone numbers, committee rosters, caucus lists and more. This is the No. 1 guide to the Legislature, and it sells out quickly.

Arizona’s eight congressional districts on a general map of Arizona with details of the Phoenix and Tucson metro areas on the reverse side. Includes county and city boundaries, roads, highways, Indian reservations, U.S. subdivisions and geographical landmarks.