New County Resource Guide Connects Residents to Local Services

A compact compilation of key Apache County local government contacts and community service entry points offers a starting point for residents seeking quick access to county and town services across the county's main population centers. The guide covers St. Johns, Eagar, Springerville and Chinle, and highlights where residents should look for county administration, municipal services, tribal programs, health care and transportation information.

In St. Johns, the county seat, the Apache County Complex houses the county manager, public works, the treasurer, the assessor and the superior court. Residents are advised to consult the county main switchboard for direct numbers by visiting apachecountyaz.gov. St. Johns City Hall maintains non emergency police and fire lines and local elementary and high schools operate under St. Johns Unified School District.

Eagar and Springerville matters are handled by their town halls and municipal offices, which take care of planning, parks, permits and local council agendas. Police matters in the Round Valley area are handled locally and utility and public works contacts are provided on each town website for residents who need information on services and maintenance.

Chinle sits on the Navajo Nation and requires particular attention to tribal structures. Key local services there include Chinle Unified School District, Chinle Indian Health Service hospital and outpatient clinics, Chinle Chapter offices and visitor information for nearby Canyon de Chelly. A number of tribal programs and food distributions are coordinated through chapter and regional offices, so residents on tribal lands should follow chapter calendars for schedules.

Health and emergency services in much of the county rely on Indian Health Service facilities and tribal clinics, especially on the reservation. Apache County Public Health offers immunization and screening clinics, and periodic outreach such as mobile mammography visits is scheduled at intervals that are announced on local postings and clinic calendars. For road work and closures, state highways including US 191, SR 260, US 180 and SR 264 are maintained by ADOT and county public works, and travelers should check az511 or county road notices before setting out.

Public safety and court business are handled by the Apache County Sheriff’s Office non emergency line and local justice courts in St. Johns, Chinle and Round Valley among others. In many communities tribal law enforcement and courts operate in parallel, so residents should confirm whether an issue falls under tribal, county, state or federal jurisdiction before seeking enforcement or legal remedies.

Libraries across Apache County and some town libraries provide public Wi Fi and public computers, and several communities have expanded daily internet access and digital services. Community food distributions and food bank dates are published by chapter offices and regional partners such as Roadrunner Food Bank and St. Mary’s Food Bank.

For time sensitive details such as phone numbers, meeting times and event dates residents should check official town, Apache County, Navajo Nation or school district websites or call the county switchboard. The guide can be converted into a printable one page reference with exact phone numbers, addresses and direct links for St. Johns, Eagar, Springerville and Chinle for those who prefer a single sheet contact list.