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Sarah Porter

Sarah Porter is the Director of the Kyl Center, bringing extensive expertise in Arizona’s water policy and conservation. With a background in environmental leadership, she advocates for innovative solutions to ensure long-term water sustainability.


Kathryn Sorensen

Kathryn Sorensen is the Director of Research at the Kyl Center and is recognized for her contributions to water utility management and policy. With years of experience, she focuses on equitable water access and data-driven water management. She served as Director of Phoenix Water Services and Director of the City of Mesa Water Resources Department, overseeing the delivery of safe, reliable water to millions of Arizonans.




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Morrison Institute 2024 Impact Report
2024 Morrison Institute Impact Report

Happy New Year from the Morrison Institute for Public Policy!


Educator Retention Report

The Educator Retention Report, commissioned by Governor Hobbs' Educator Retention Task Force, is now available. Explore the key findings and solutions to Arizona's educator retention challenges. 


Arizona General Election Proposition Explainers

As we head into the 2024 Arizona General Election, understanding the propositions on the ballot is key to making informed decisions that will shape our state’s future. Recognizing that ballot measures can be complex, the Morrison Institute for Public Policy is providing a compilation of explainers that make the ballot more approachable.


2024 State of Housing in Arizona Report

Once known for its affordability, Arizona's housing market has transformed dramatically over the past decade, leading to significant challenges in both homeownership and rental markets.


Mesa Residents’ Perceptions of the Mesa Police Department and Community Safety

To help the Mesa Police Department understand Mesa residents’ current perceptions of public safety in the community, their experiences with policing, and their priorities for implementing new programs and resources, a representative survey of Mesa residents was conducted using telephone interviews and text messages that directed participants to a web version of the survey. 




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