Maricopa public meetings in 2022
171 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Self-Insured Risk Trust Fund Board of Trustees
The Maricopa County Self-Insured Risk Trust Board of Trustees will hold a regular virtual meeting. They will discuss pending claims and litigation, hear about insurance renewals, and review the FY21/22 audit. The board may also vote to enter executive session for legal advice.
- Introduction of new Risk Management Director Val Beckett
- Review of pending claims and litigation (Shannon Murphy)
- 12/4/2022 insurance renewals presented by Tracy Pettersen (Gallagher)
- FY21/22 audit presentation by Jean Dietrich (CliftonLarsonAllen)
- Approval of minutes from 9/21/22 meeting
The Board approved the Executive and Open Session minutes from September 21, 2022. Trustees received a presentation on the FY21/22 audit, which resulted in a clean unmodified opinion, and a report on the 2023 Medical Malpractice insurance renewal.
- Approved Executive and Open Session minutes for September 21, 2022
Transportation Advisory Board
The December 20, 2022, Transportation Advisory Board meeting has been canceled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting. For questions, contact Todd Peters at (602) 506-8674.
- Meeting cancellation notice
Ryan White Planning Council
The Maricopa County Ryan White HIV Services Planning Council will meet virtually to review and vote on several items, including the 2023 meeting calendar, proposed new council members, and updated standards of care for housing and substance use services. The council will also receive updates from committees and the RWHAP Part A recipient office, and discuss allocation of underspent funds.
- Vote on extending Planning Council meetings from 1.5 to 2 hours starting January 2023
- Approval of GY23-24 Calendar of Meetings
- Review and approval of proposed new Planning Council members
- Approval of Housing and Substance Use Standards of Care
- Discussion on allocation for underspending in RWHAP Part A
The Council approved a budget shift of $6,000 from Primary Medical Care to Substance Use services and adopted updated Housing Services Standards. Members also approved a new peer mentorship program and a general discovery Needs Assessment to guide future resource allocations.
- Approved reallocation of $6,000 from Primary Medical Care to Substance Use (unanimous)
- Approved updated Housing Services Standards (unanimous)
- Approved blanket revision to remove '1/2 birthday reference' from all current standards of care (unanimous)
- Approved Planning Council Peer Mentor description and rollout (unanimous)
- Approved Needs Assessment focusing on general discovery of service categories (12-1, 1 abstention)
- Approved 2023/24 Grant Year Calendar of meetings (unanimous)
- Approved October 25, 2022 minutes with edits (unanimous)
- Approved 15-minute meeting extension (unanimous)
Ryan White Planning Council - Executive Committee
The Executive Committee of the Ryan White Planning Council will meet to review and potentially approve the agenda, minutes from October 24, 2022, and updates from subcommittees. They will discuss the 2023 meeting calendar, including a possible special meeting on January 30, and consider nominations for chair and vice chair. The committee will also review updates on the RWHAP Part A program, including allocation discussions for underspending, and consider revisions to bylaws and standards of care for housing and substance use services.
- Review and approval of October 24, 2022 minutes
- Discussion on extending Planning Council meetings from 1.5 to 2 hours starting January 2023
- Review of GY23-24 calendar and possible January 30 special meeting
- Chair and vice chair nominations and self-appointment nominations
- Review of 2022 PHX Housing Service Standard and Substance Use Outpatient Service Standard
The Executive Committee approved the development of a peer mentorship program and a Needs Assessment focused on general discovery of service categories. The committee also moved several updates to the Housing and Substance Use Standards of Care forward for Planning Council approval.
- Approved October 24, 2022, minutes (unanimous)
- Approved mentorship program development and job description (unanimous)
- Approved Needs Assessment focus on general discovery of service categories (4-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved blanket revision to remove 1/2 birthday reference from all standards of care recertification (unanimous)
- Approved moving Housing Standards of Care changes to Planning Council (unanimous)
- Approved moving Substance Use Standards of Care changes to Planning Council (unanimous)
Board of Adjustment/Drainage Review Board
The Maricopa Board of Adjustment/Drainage Review Board is meeting to review and decide on multiple applications, including variances and temporary use permits. The agenda includes staff reports and handouts for each case, with one request for continuance. This is a regular meeting focused on individual land-use decisions.
- BA2022036 staff report and handout memo
- BA2022053 staff report and two handout memos
- BA2022042 staff report
- BA2022047 staff report
- TU2021043, TU2022037, TU2022060 staff reports
The Board approved three residential variances for setbacks and lot width and granted two temporary use permits for RV housing during home construction. One request for a lot split variance was denied, and one event permit was deemed moot.
- Approved 23’ east side setback variance for 5943 E. Rancho Del Oro Ct. (4-1)
- Approved 118-ft minimum lot width variance for 2727 N 76th St (4-1)
- Approved 1-year temporary use permit for RV housing at 475 E. Quartz Rock Rd. (4-1)
- Approved temporary use permit for RV housing at 11748 S. 45th Avenue (5-0)
- Denied lot size and setback variances for 948 N. Crismon Rd. (4-0)
- Tabled pool setback variance for 16735 W Wildflower to January 19, 2023
- No action taken on temporary event permit for 46004 W Dobbins Rd. (moot)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Maricopa Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting to review and decide on multiple zoning and planning cases, including a request for continuance for the Butterfield Station Landfill. The agenda includes reports on various applications, some with handout memos, indicating public discussion or hearings. Most items are staff reports for commission action.
- Butterfield Station Landfill continuance request (case 22022169)
- Zoning case Z2020049 report
- Zoning case Z2022035 report
- Comprehensive plan amendments CPA2022001 and CPA2022002 with related cases
- Multiple development-related cases (22022133, 22022134, 22022174, 22022179, 22022180, 22022086)
The Commission approved several zoning changes and special use permits, including large-scale residential developments in the Walden Ranch and Rancho Maria areas. Other approvals included a self-storage facility in Peoria and an interim auto repair business in Goodyear. One application was withdrawn and another was continued.
- Approved Walden Ranch Comprehensive Plan Amendment and rezoning to R1-6 RUPD and C-1 (7-0)
- Approved Rancho Maria Comprehensive Plan Amendment and rezoning to R1-6 RUPD and C-1 (7-0)
- Approved Special Use Permit for auto repair business (Z2022086) with 6-year term (6-2)
- Approved zone change and Special Use Permit for Lake Pleasant Storage (Z2022133, Z2022134) (9-0)
- Approved consent agenda items Z2020049, Z2022035, Z2022129, Z2022174, Z2022179, and Z2022180 (9-0)
- Approved October 20, 2022 meeting minutes
- Withdrawn: Willis Commercial Project (Z2021161)
- Continued: Butterfield Station Landfill (Z2022169) to January 12, 2023
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
MCSO Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS) Local Board
The PSPRS Local Board is holding a make-up meeting to consider an accidental disability retirement application, approve new memberships, and approve prior meeting minutes. The board may also enter executive session for personnel and legal matters. This is a routine administrative meeting with no major policy decisions.
- Receipt of accidental disability retirement application for Daniel Rivera (received Nov 15, 2022)
- Approval of PSPRS membership for Jessica Rayshawn Yanez (effective Nov 7, 2022)
- Approval of PSPRS membership for Andrew James Koufos (effective Nov 21, 2022, pre-existing condition noted)
- Approval of PSPRS membership for Joshua Edward Taylor (effective Nov 28, 2022)
- Approval of minutes from November 1, 2022 meeting
The Board approved membership applications for three individuals. It also accepted an Accidental Disability Retirement Application for Daniel Rivera, requiring a medical provider's independent medical examination (IME) in psychiatry before further action.
- Approved November 1, 2022, meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Accepted Accidental Disability Retirement Application for Daniel Rivera and required IME in Psychiatry (unanimous)
- Approved membership for Jessica Rayshawn Yanez effective Nov 7, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved membership for Andrew James Koufos effective Nov 21, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved membership for Joshua Edward Taylor effective Nov 28, 2022 (unanimous)
Flood Control Advisory Board
The Flood Control Advisory Board will consider endorsing two intergovernmental agreements for flood control projects: a $17M Pima Road Drainage Channel in Scottsdale and a $9M Roosevelt Street Storm Drain in Tempe/Scottsdale. The board will also elect officers and appoint standing committee members for the coming year. Other agenda items are informational only.
- Endorse IGA 2022A001 for Pima Road Drainage Channel, $17M total, 65% FCD / 35% Scottsdale
- Endorse IGA 2022A017 for Roosevelt Street Storm Drain, $9M total, 65% FCD / 17.5% Tempe / 17.5% Scottsdale
- Election of officers for December 2022 to October 2023
- Appointment of FCAB Standing Committees
- Approval of October 26, 2022 meeting minutes
The Flood Control Advisory Board endorsed two intergovernmental agreements for drainage projects in Scottsdale and Tempe. The board also elected new officers and appointed members to standing committees.
- Approved October 26, 2022, meeting minutes (Unanimous)
- Elected Daniel Worth (Chairman), Dick Schaner (Vice Chairman), and DeWayne Justice (Secretary) (Unanimous)
- Appointed members to Legislative, Policy, Program and Budget, and Public Information committees (Unanimous)
- Recommended Pima Road Drainage Channel Project IGA 2022A001 with an estimated total cost of $17,000,000 (Unanimous)
- Recommended Roosevelt Street and Continental Drive IGA FCD 2022A017 with an estimated total cost of $9,000,000 (Unanimous)
Planning & Development items for the Board of Supervisors' agenda
The Board of Supervisors will discuss and potentially vote on five items: CPA2022009, CPA2022010, 22021162, 22022100, and 22020011. Each item has a corresponding staff report available in the agenda documents.
- CPA2022009 — General Plan Amendment
- CPA2022010 — General Plan Amendment
- 22021162 — Zoning item
- 22022100 — Zoning item
- 22020011 — Planning item
MCSO Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS) Local Board
The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office PSPRS Local Board will meet to approve minutes, consider an accidental disability retirement application, and approve new memberships. The board may also enter executive session for personnel and legal matters. This is a routine administrative meeting with no major policy decisions.
- Receipt of accidental disability retirement application for Daniel Rivera (received Nov 15, 2022)
- Approval of PSPRS membership for Jessica Rayshawn Yanez (effective Nov 7, 2022)
- Approval of PSPRS membership for Andrew James Koufos with pre-existing condition noted (effective Nov 21, 2022)
- Approval of PSPRS membership for Joshua Edward Taylor (effective Nov 28, 2022)
- Approval of minutes from November 1, 2022 meeting
MCSO Correctional Officer Retirement Plan (CORP) Local Board
The Local Board will review membership applications and an accidental disability application for Regina Juarez. The meeting includes a discussion of November 2022 retirements and terminations for informational purposes.
- Accidental Disability Application for Regina Juarez
- Membership application for Armando Josue Esqueda
- Membership application for Austin Tyler Hagerty
- Membership application for Reyvon Rena Woodson
- Membership application for Jovanny Carrillo Montalvo and Devontay Jockquis Mackey
The Board approved an accidental disability retirement for Regina Juarez based on an IME Report. Additionally, the Board approved five new membership applications and the minutes from the November 1, 2022, meeting.
- Approved November 1, 2022, meeting minutes (Unanimous)
- Approved Accidental Disability Retirement for Regina Juarez (Unanimous)
- Approved membership for Armando Josue Esqueda, Austin Tyler Hagerty, and Reyvon Rena Woodson effective Nov 21, 2022 (Unanimous)
- Approved membership for Jovanny Carrillo Montalvo effective Nov 28, 2022 (Unanimous)
- Approved membership for Devontay Jockquis Mackey effective Dec 5, 2022 (Unanimous)
Ryan White Planning Council - Training, Education and Membership (TEAM) Committee
The Training, Education and Membership (TEAM) Committee will review and potentially vote on membership applications, planning council training, attendance compliance, and a federal reflectiveness matrix. The committee will also discuss a membership recruitment campaign and review the scope of work and activity timelines for the upcoming grant year.
- Review and manage new membership applications
- Review membership matrix for compliance with federal mandate (reflectiveness matrix)
- Develop membership recruitment campaign, including promotional materials (backdrop & rollup)
- Review scope of work and Planning Council Activity Timeline (PCAT) for upcoming grant year
- RWHAP Part A Recipient update on modernizing practices and engaging the community
The committee approved the September 27, 2022, meeting minutes and voted to extend the current session by seven minutes. Members discussed recruitment strategies to increase Hispanic representation and reviewed a report showing an estimated $750,000 to $890,000 in underspent funds.
- Approved September 27, 2022, minutes (unanimous)
- Approved motion to extend meeting time by 7 minutes (unanimous)
Ryan White Planning Council – Standards and Rules (STAR) Committee
The Standards and Rules (STaR) Committee of the Ryan White Planning Council will review and potentially vote on updates to several service standards, including housing, substance use outpatient, psychosocial support, and rapid ART services. They will also review recertification requirement changes and the scope of work for the upcoming grant year. The meeting includes routine items like agenda approval, minutes review, and public comment.
- Review of Housing Services Standards for possible updates
- Review of Substance Use Outpatient Services Standards for possible updates
- Review of Psychosocial Support Services Standards for possible updates
- Review of Rapid ART Services Standards
- Review of Service Standards Recertification Requirements to match eligibility requirements
The committee approved removing the half-birthday attestation requirement from all service standards. Updated standards for Housing and Substance Use Services were approved to move forward to the Planning Council for final approval.
- Approved removing all references to the ½ birthday month requirement from all service standards (unanimous)
- Approved updated Housing Service Standards for Planning Council final approval (passed with one abstention)
- Approved updated Substance Use Services Standards for Planning Council final approval (unanimous)
- Approved September 27, 2022 minutes after edits (unanimous)
- Approved extending the meeting by 15 minutes (unanimous)
- Tabled review of Psychosocial Services Standards
- Tabled review of Rapid ART Services Standards
Planning & Zoning Commission
This meeting of the Maricopa, AZ Planning & Zoning Commission was cancelled. The agenda contains only a notice of cancellation with no items for discussion or decision.
- Meeting cancelled for 11-17-22
Smart Savings Committee (Deferred Compensation)
The Smart Savings (Deferred Compensation) Committee meets to review investment performance reports from Nationwide Retirement Solutions and Sageview, discuss plan fees and cybersecurity, and consider potential actions on a call center solution and the watch list. The agenda is largely informational and discussion-oriented, with no major decisions listed.
- Approval of minutes from September 15, 2022 regular quarterly meeting
- Nationwide Retirement Solutions performance report and proposed participant call center performance solution
- Cybersecurity update and Workday transition discussion
- Review of plan fees paid to Nationwide and benchmark plan related costs
- Watch list review — current watch list: none
The committee approved a change to the Nationwide call center queue to improve response times. Additionally, the Vanguard Selected Value Mid Cap Fund was placed on a watch list due to underperformance. The committee also approved the minutes from the September 15, 2022 meeting.
- Approved September 15, 2022 meeting minutes (8-0)
- Approved moving Nationwide from the 'D' queue to the 'B' queue (8-0)
- Placed Vanguard Selected Value Mid Cap Fund on watch (8-0)
- Postponed review of plan fees paid to Nationwide to next quarter
Self-Insured Risk Trust Fund Board of Trustees
The Maricopa County Self-Insured Risk Trust Board of Trustees will hold a regular virtual meeting. The main substantive item is a review of pending claims and litigation, which will be discussed in executive session. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and take public comments.
- Executive session to review pending claims and litigation
- Approval of minutes from September 21, 2022 meeting
- Public comments limited to 3 minutes per person
Planning & Development items for the Board of Supervisors' agenda
The Board of Supervisors will review several planning and zoning staff reports. The agenda includes multiple case numbers for review by the board.
- Staff Report $2021012
- Staff Report 22022087
- Staff Report 22022119
- Staff Report 22022136
- Staff Report 22022156
Board of Adjustment/Drainage Review Board
The Maricopa County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on November 10, 2022, to consider 12 items, including staff reports and public comments. The agenda includes multiple variance requests (BA2022044, BA2022054, BA2022055, BA2022026, BA2022043, BA2022045, BA2022048, BA2022049, BA2022052) and a use permit (TU2022041). One request for continuance has been filed for BA2022048.
- BA2022044: variance request with support memos
- BA2022043: variance request with handout memo
- BA2022048: variance request with request for continuance
- TU2022041: use permit with opposition and support/opposition memos
- 12 total agenda items, including staff reports
The Board approved three variance requests for residential setbacks and hillside disturbance. A request for a residential variance in Tempe was denied after two failed motions, and a Temporary Use Permit for underage occupancy in Sun City was continued.
- Approved front setback variance for 7521 N. Lakeside Ln. (5-0)
- Approved hillside disturbance variances for 27145 and 27153 N. 147th Ave. (5-0)
- Denied variance requests for 1380 W. Caroline Ln. (Motion failed 2-2, then denial motion failed 2-2)
- Approved front setback variance for 36825 N. 17th Avenue (5-0)
- Approved side yard and hillside disturbance variances for 33611 N. Central Ave. (4-1)
- Approved street-side setback and lot coverage variances for 12828 W. Georgia Ave. (4-1)
- Continued variance request for 27814 N. 162nd Way to Jan 19, 2023 (5-0)
- Continued Temporary Use Permit for 11221 N. 111th Ave. to Feb 16, 2023 (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Maricopa County Local Emergency Planning Committee (MCLEPC) December 15 VIRTUAL
This is a routine quarterly meeting of the Maricopa County Local Emergency Planning Committee. The agenda includes only procedural items: calling the meeting to order, approving previous meeting minutes, and receiving the quarterly NRC report from the LEPC Coordinator. No substantive decisions or public hearings are listed.
- Approve meeting minutes
- Quarterly NRC report
The committee approved proposed updates to the LEPC Plan, which included revised lists of agencies and jurisdictions with hazmat teams. The updates incorporated information on Phoenix Fire Special Ops capabilities, equipment, and training. Meetings are scheduled to resume in early 2023.
- Approved LEPC Plan updates (No objections)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Maricopa Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting to review several land-use items, including a rezoning case (Z2022100), a revised site plan (22021162), and two comprehensive plan amendments (CPA2022009 and CPA2022010). The agenda also includes a report on case 22022141. These are public hearings and discussion items where the commission will make recommendations to the city council.
- Rezoning case Z2022100
- Revised site plan 22021162 with handout memo
- Comprehensive plan amendment CPA2022009
- Comprehensive plan amendment CPA2022010
- Report on case 22022141
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved two major comprehensive plan amendments for future solar developments and granted a special use permit for mounted shooting training. The board also approved a zone change for a coffee shop and a commercial project for a car dealership.
- Approved zone change for Black Rock Coffee from C-O to C-1 CUPD (9-0)
- Approved zone change for Brown Family Project from Rural-43 to C-2 CUPD (9-0)
- Approved Comprehensive Plan Amendment for Hyder Energy Center to change land use to Utilities (9-0)
- Approved Comprehensive Plan Amendment for Harquahala Sun III to change land use to Utilities (9-0)
- Approved Special Use Permit for Cowboy Mounted Shooting Training using half-loads (8-0)
- Approved October 6, 2022 meeting minutes
Planning & Development items for the Board of Supervisors' agenda
The Board of Supervisors will consider several planning and zoning items, including a major case (Z2022108) and multiple comprehensive plan amendments (CPA2022004 through CPA2022008). The agenda includes staff reports for each item, but the specific details of the proposals are not provided in the text.
- Z2022108: Major zoning case
- CPA2022004: Comprehensive plan amendment
- CPA2022005: Comprehensive plan amendment
- CPA2022006: Comprehensive plan amendment
- CPA2022007: Comprehensive plan amendment
Benefit Board of Trustees
The Maricopa County Self-Insured Benefits Trust Fund Board of Trustees will review financial statements, a full-year 2023 forecast, and reserve recommendations. They will vote on approving reserves, accepting a recommendation not to purchase stop-loss insurance for FY 2023-24, and accepting a preliminary budget recommendation for county contributions to health and welfare benefits for FY 2023-24.
- Approval of August 23, 2022 meeting minutes
- YTD financial statements and full-year 2023 forecast presentation
- Vote to approve recommended reserves for the Benefits Trust
- Vote to accept recommendation not to purchase stop-loss insurance for FY 2023-24
- Vote to accept preliminary budget recommendation for FY 2023-24 county contribution
The Board approved the recommended reserves for the Benefits Trust and decided not to purchase Stop-Loss insurance for Fiscal Year 2023. Trustees also recommended the total premiums and plan changes for Plan Year 2023-2024 for Board of Supervisors approval.
- Approved recommended reserves for the Benefits Trust (4-0)
- Approved recommendation not to purchase Stop-Loss insurance for Fiscal Year 2023 (4-0)
- Recommended 2023-2024 total premiums and plan changes for Board of Supervisors approval (4-0)
- Approved August 23, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
MCSO Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS) Local Board
The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office PSPRS Local Board will meet to consider an accidental disability application, approve new members into the retirement system, and handle routine business. The board may enter executive session to discuss personnel and legal matters, with actions taken in open session.
- Receipt of IME report and possible action on accidental disability application for Josh Fortner
- Approval of membership for six new PSPRS members, including two with pre-existing conditions noted
- Approval of minutes from October 4, 2022 meeting
- Staff updates on October 2022 retirements/terminations (information only)
- Call to the public with 2-3 minute comment limit
The Local Board unanimously approved an accidental disability retirement for Josh Fortner based on an IME Report. The Board also approved six new membership applications effective October 17 and October 31, 2022.
- Approved October 4, 2022, meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Accidental Disability Retirement for Josh Fortner (unanimous)
- Approved membership for Charles Palmer Bracy Jr, effective Oct 17, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved membership for Edgar Ali Fonseca Osuna, effective Oct 17, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved membership for Ahmed Hamad, effective Oct 17, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved membership for Gerard Cativo Magat, effective Oct 17, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved membership for Duane Emanuel Paris, effective Oct 17, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved membership for Dominik Jorge Vasquez, effective Oct 31, 2022 (unanimous)
MCSO Correctional Officer Retirement Plan (CORP) Local Board
The Corrections Officer Retirement Plan Local Board for the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office will meet to approve the October 4, 2022 minutes, consider applications for membership, and may convene in executive session for personnel, confidential records, and legal advice. The board will act on these items in open session. The agenda also includes staff updates on retirements/terminations and a call to the public.
- Approval of October 4, 2022 meeting minutes
- Membership applications: Nomar Torrecillas (effective Sept 19), Uriel Nava Flores (effective Oct 10), Demetra Ann Dixon (pre-existing condition noted, effective Oct 24), Maria Alejandra Palomares (effective Oct 24)
- Possible executive session under A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(1)-(4) for personnel, confidential records, and legal advice
- Staff updates on October 2022 retirements/terminations (information only)
The Correctional Officer Retirement Plan Local Board approved the minutes from the October 4, 2022, meeting. The board also accepted and approved four applications for membership effective between September 19 and October 24, 2022.
- Approved October 4, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved membership application for Nomar Torrecillas (unanimous)
- Approved membership application for Uriel Nava Flores (unanimous)
- Approved membership application for Demetra Ann Dixon (unanimous)
- Approved membership application for Maria Alejandra Palomares (unanimous)
Audit Advisory Committee
The Maricopa County Citizens Audit Advisory Committee is holding a virtual meeting to approve prior minutes and receive updates from internal audit, the Auditor General, and finance/budget staff. No votes on new policies or contracts are listed; the agenda consists of routine reports and administrative items.
- Approval of minutes from August 24, 2022 meeting
- Internal Audit Update by Mike McGee
- Auditor General Update by Dave Glennon
- Finance/Budget Update by Bridget Harper
The committee approved the minutes from the August 24, 2022, meeting. Members received updates on internal audit initiatives, the Auditor General's financial statement audit, and budget forecasting for FY24.
- Approved August 24, 2022, meeting minutes (unanimous)
Flood Control Advisory Board
The Flood Control Advisory Board will consider endorsing a resolution for the Pecos Road Drainage Improvements project, estimated at $30 million, and will receive a year-end financial update for FY2022. The board will also welcome a new member, approve prior meeting minutes, and hear comments from the director and the public.
- Resolution FCD 2022R002 for Pecos Road Drainage Improvements, estimated $30M, shared with City of Mesa
- FY2022 year-end financial update: revenues $86,220,564, expenditures $64,551,209
- Welcome new board member Patricia Trites (District 5)
- Approval of September 28, 2022 meeting minutes
- Public comments accepted via email by October 25, 2022
The Flood Control Advisory Board approved a recommendation for the Board of Directors to adopt Resolution FCD 2022R002 for drainage improvements on Pecos Road. The project is estimated to cost $30 million and will be shared between the District and the City of Mesa.
- Approved September 28, 2022 meeting minutes
- Approved Resolution FCD 2022R002 for Pecos Road Drainage Improvements (unanimous)
Ryan White Planning Council
The Maricopa County Ryan White HIV Services Planning Council is meeting to review and potentially approve agenda items including the budget negotiation with the recipient, proposed new council members, and committee updates. The council will also hear reports from Chicanos Por La Causa and the Arizona Department of Health Services on the integrated plan. Votes may be taken on most items.
- Negotiation of Planning Council budget amount with recipient
- Review of proposed new Planning Council members
- Bylaws revisions and responses approval
- Presentation of Assessment of the Efficiency of the Administrative Mechanism (AEAM)
- Review of Scope of Work and Planning Council Activity Timelines (PCAT)
The Council approved a proposed operating budget of $29,500 and a series of reallocation recommendations to address underspending in several service categories. Additionally, the Council approved amended Bylaws and a letter of concurrence for the state's integrated HIV plan.
- Approved reallocation recommendations including $250,000 increase to ADAP and $125,000 for food vouchers (unanimous)
- Approved proposed operating budget of $29,500 (unanimous)
- Approved amended Bylaws to be forwarded to the Board of Supervisors (unanimous)
- Approved letter of concurrence for the ADHS state plan (majority vote; 2 abstentions)
- Approved appointment of Emily Halling as a member to be presented to the Board of Supervisors (unanimous)
- Approved August 29 and August 30, 2022, meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved 30-minute meeting extension (unanimous)
Board of Health
The Maricopa County Board of Health will consider approving 15 fee waiver applications for Environmental Services and vote on three Air Quality Department rule changes, including revisions to Rule 245 and rescinding obsolete Rule 311. The board will also receive first-quarter budget status reports for Public Health and Environmental Services for Fiscal Year 2023.
- Approval of 15 fee waiver applications for Environmental Services
- Expedited rulemaking for Air Quality Rule 245 (Continuous Source Emission Monitoring) and Rule 311 (Particulate Matter from Process Industries)
- Fiscal Year 2023 Quarter 1 Budget Status Report for Public Health Finance
- Fiscal Year 2023 Quarter 1 Budget Status Report for Environmental Services Finance
- Approval of July 25, 2022, Board of Health and Finance Committee minutes
The board unanimously approved 15 permit fee waiver applications for charitable nonprofits meeting financial hardship criteria. They also approved three expedited rulemakings for air quality rules, including rescinding an obsolete particulate matter rule. The public health update covered COVID-19, monkeypox, measles, and opioid settlement funds.
- Approved 15 permit fee waivers for nonprofits (unanimous)
- Approved expedited rulemaking for Rule 245 (Continuous Source Emission Monitoring) (unanimous)
- Approved expedited rulemaking to rescind Rule 311 (Particulate Matter) (unanimous)
- Approved expedited rulemaking to revise Appendix B (permit application forms) (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from July 25, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
Ryan White Planning Council - Executive Committee
The Executive Committee of the Ryan White Planning Council will meet to review and potentially vote on the agenda, minutes, and action items. They will receive updates from the RWHAP Part A Recipient, ADHS on the Integrated Plan, and various subcommittees, and may negotiate the Planning Council budget if grant funds are received.
- Review and approval of June 27, 2022 meeting minutes
- RWHAP Part A Recipient update including allocation discussion for underspending
- ADHS presentation on Integrated Plan progress and concurrence letter
- Negotiation of PC budget amount with recipient (if grant award received)
- Review of bylaws revisions and responses approval
The Executive Committee approved the June 27, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0-1) and unanimously passed a motion to share the Assessment of the Efficiency of the Administrative Mechanism (AEAM) report with the full Planning Council. The committee also discussed a projected return of $1.18M-$1.44M in unspent Ryan White Part A funds and heard updates on the ESCALATE stigma campaign, the Integrated Plan, and committee work. No final decisions were made on budget or allocation changes.
- Approved June 27, 2022 Executive Committee minutes (4-0-1, 1 abstention)
- Passed motion to share AEAM report with full Planning Council (unanimous)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Maricopa Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting to review four staff reports (items 22022087, 22022119, 22022136, and 22022156). The agenda includes a correction to condition 'e.5' for item 22022119. No specific decisions or proposals are detailed in the agenda text.
- Review of staff report 22022087
- Review of staff report 22022119, including a correction to condition 'e.5'
- Review of staff report 22022136
- Review of staff report 22022156
The Maricopa County Planning and Zoning Commission approved all four items on the consent agenda by a 6-0 vote. The approved items include a time extension for an interim industrial special use permit, a zone change for a residential development, and two digital billboard conversion special use permits. No public comments were made on the consent agenda.
- Approved time extension for El Mirage Rd. LLC interim industrial SUP (6-0)
- Approved zone change for Villages at Pleasant River II from Rural-43 to R-5 RUPD (6-0)
- Approved digital billboard conversion SUP at 59th Ave. & Buckeye Rd. (6-0)
- Approved digital billboard conversion SUP on Country Club Dr. near SR 87 (6-0)
Self-Insured Risk Trust Fund Board of Trustees
The Maricopa County Self-Insured Risk Trust Board of Trustees is meeting virtually to discuss and act on trust business. The agenda includes public comments, a risk management review, and an action item on claims. The meeting is largely procedural, with no specific dollar amounts or project details listed.
- Public comments period
- Risk management review by Shannon Murphy
- Action on claims
Planning & Development items for the Board of Supervisors' agenda
The Board of Supervisors is considering several planning and zoning items, including staff reports for cases 22021076, 22021131, 22021137, 22021163, 22022003, 22022075, 22022082, 22022085, 22022109, 22022111, and 22022068. The agenda lists these items but provides no details on their content or recommendations.
- Staff report for case 22021076
- Staff report for case 22021131
- Staff report for case 22021137
- Staff report for case 22022003
- Staff report for case 22022068
Transportation Advisory Board
The Maricopa County Transportation Advisory Board will hold a virtual meeting to receive updates on MCDOT activities, the Transportation Systems Planning Branch, and the Loop 101 Mobility project. The board will also review and vote on the proposed 2023 meeting schedule. Public comments are invited.
- Approval of April 19, 2022 regular meeting minutes
- Director's update on current MCDOT issues
- Presentation on Transportation System Planning Branch activities
- Update on Loop 101 Mobility project
- Review and approval of proposed 2023 TAB meeting schedule
The Transportation Advisory Board approved the 2023 meeting schedule and the minutes from the April 19, 2022 meeting. Director Toth reported the Deer Valley Bridge and Northern Parkway overpasses are now open, and MCDOT received a nearly $1.7 million federal grant for commercial vehicle safety technology. The board also heard updates on the Loop 101 Mobility project and the Transportation System Plan 2040, which won two awards.
- Approved the minutes of the April 19, 2022 meeting unanimously.
- Approved the proposed 2023 TAB meeting schedule unanimously.
Flood Control District Stakeholder Group
The Flood Control District of Maricopa County Flood Stakeholder Group will not hold its regular meeting on Thursday, October 13, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. The notice, signed by Director Michael A. Fulton on October 10, 2022, provides no reason for the cancellation and lists no agenda items.
- Regular meeting cancelled for October 13, 2022
Board of Adjustment/Drainage Review Board
The Maricopa Board of Adjustment/Drainage Review Board will meet on October 13, 2022, to consider multiple staff reports and public hearings. The agenda includes several Board of Adjustment cases (BA2022031, BA2022034, BA2022037, BA2022040, BA2022053, BA2022036) and two use permit cases (TU2022034, TU2022047, TU2022048). One case, BA2022053, includes a request for a two-month continuance.
- BA2022031 staff report
- BA2022034 staff report
- BA2022037 staff report (revised)
- BA2022040 staff report
- BA2022053 staff report with handout and continuance request
The Board of Adjustment approved four variance requests (BA2022031, BA2022034, BA2022037, BA2022040) and two temporary use permits (TU2022034, TU2022047), and denied one temporary use permit (TU2022048) for cowboy mounted shooting training. Two items were continued to December 2022 at the applicants' request. All votes were 3-0 except the denial which was 2-1.
- Approved consent agenda variance BA2022031 (MacKenzie Property) for reduced rear setback and hillside disturbance (3-0)
- Approved variance BA2022034 (Krespis Property) for reduced lot width (3-0)
- Approved variance BA2022037 (Goettl Property) for reduced setbacks and increased height (3-0)
- Approved variance BA2022040 (Morning Vista Homes) for reduced side setback (3-0)
- Approved temporary use permit TU2022034 (Nelson Laydown Yard) through May 31, 2023, with modified hours 7am-6pm (3-0)
- Approved temporary use permit TU2022047 (Rodeo & Entertainment) for November 12, 2022 event (3-0)
- Denied temporary use permit TU2022048 (Cowboy Mounted Shooting) extension (2-1)
- Continued BA2022053 and BA2022036 to December 15, 2022 hearing (no vote needed)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Building Code Advisory Board
The Building Code Advisory Board meeting scheduled for October 11, 2022, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.
- Meeting cancellation notice for October 11, 2022
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to review two staff reports, items 22022108 and MCP2022003. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.
- Review of staff report 22022108
- Review of staff report MCP2022003
The commission approved two consent agenda items: a zone change for a commercial self-storage facility for RVs and boats at Cactus and Perryville Roads, and a military compatibility permit for an industrial park phase near Olive and Reems Roads. Both were approved 8-0 with specific conditions. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included a brief discussion on scheduling future ZIPPOR meetings.
- Approved zone change Z2022108 for Cactus & Perryville RV & Boat Storage (8-0)
- Approved military compatibility permit MCP2022003 for VIP 2 industrial park (8-0)
- Approved September 1, 2022 minutes as written
MCSO Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS) Local Board
The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office PSPRS Local Board will meet to approve minutes, discuss an accidental disability application, and approve new memberships. The board may enter executive session for personnel and legal matters, but will act on items in open session.
- Receipt of IME report and possible action on Bryan Wisda's accidental disability application (accepted July 20, 2022)
- Approval of Kyle William Beasy's PSPRS membership effective September 19, 2022
- Approval of Jacob Lee Crawford's PSPRS membership effective September 26, 2022 (pre-existing condition noted)
- Approval of regular minutes from September 6, 2022 meeting
- Staff updates on September 2022 retirements/terminations (information only)
The MCSO PSPRS Board unanimously approved an Accidental Disability Retirement for Deputy Bryan Wisda based on an Independent Medical Examination finding his condition totally and permanently prevents him from performing his duties. The board also approved two new members into PSPRS and noted September retirements/terminations for information only.
- Approved Accidental Disability Retirement for Bryan Wisda (unanimous)
- Approved membership for Kyle William Beasy effective September 19, 2022
- Approved membership for Jacob Lee Crawford effective September 26, 2022 (pre-existing condition noted)
MCSO Correctional Officer Retirement Plan (CORP) Local Board
The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office Corrections Officer Retirement Plan Local Board will meet to approve the minutes from its September 6, 2022 meeting and consider applications for membership from several corrections officers. The board may also enter executive session to discuss personnel matters, confidential records, and legal advice, with any actions taken in open session. Staff updates on retirements and terminations are informational only.
- Approval of September 6, 2022 meeting minutes
- Membership applications effective Sept 12: Amber Lilly Cuellar, Adam Clifford Iannuzzi, Jean Vaslin Percy
- Membership application effective Sept 19: Jose Humberto Martinez Pulido
- Membership applications effective Sept 26: Esequiel Camacho, Andrew Diego Fiorino, Wanesha Marie Matsumoto, Gustavo Palomino, Gabriela Prieto, Akatsuki Ares Rhiyehl
- Possible executive session under A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(1)-(4)
The board unanimously approved minutes from September and accepted nine new members into the Corrections Officer Retirement Plan. Staff reported that the return-to-work waiting period after retirement was reduced from 12 months to 6 months. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved September 6, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved nine new CORP members effective various dates in September 2022 (unanimous)
Planning & Development items for the Board of Supervisors' agenda
The Board of Supervisors is meeting to review staff reports regarding several planning and zoning cases. The agenda consists of a series of reports for specific case numbers.
- Review of staff report S2021001
- Review of staff report S2021002
- Review of staff report Z2021075
- Review of staff reports DMP2021001 and Z2021050
- Review of staff reports CPA2021012 and Z2021074
Flood Control Advisory Board
The Flood Control Advisory Board will consider endorsing two intergovernmental agreements for storm drain projects in Litchfield Park and Paradise Valley, and will hear the District's response to recommended changes to its capital project programs. The board will also approve minutes and receive informational updates.
- IGA FCD 2022A012: Litchfield Park Downtown Storm Drain Project Phases 4&5, $5,247,500 (65% FCD, 35% City)
- IGA FCD 2022A011: Mockingbird Lane Drainage Improvement Project, $7,000,000 (65% FCD, 35% Town of Paradise Valley)
- District response to FCAB recommended changes to CIP/SPAP (e.g., new 65/35 cost share goal, $1M SPAP cap)
- Approval of August 24, 2022 meeting minutes
The Flood Control Advisory Board unanimously endorsed and recommended two intergovernmental agreements: the Litchfield Park Downtown Storm Drain Project Phases 4 & 5 and the Mockingbird Lane Drainage Improvement Project. Both projects will use the new 65% FCD and 35% city/town cost share goal. The board also approved the minutes from the August 24, 2022 meeting and received an informational presentation on changes to the CIP/SPAP program, including a shift from scoring/ranking to eligibility assessment and a $1 million cap on SPAP cost share.
- Approved minutes of August 24, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
- Endorsed and recommended IGA FCD 2022A012 for Litchfield Park Downtown Storm Drain Project Phases 4 & 5 (unanimous)
- Endorsed and recommended IGA FCD 2022A011 for Mockingbird Lane Drainage Improvement Project (unanimous)
Ryan White Planning Council - Training, Education and Membership (TEAM) Committee
The Training, Education and Membership (TEAM) Committee is meeting to manage the council's membership application process and attendance. The body will discuss member orientation, training, and a recruitment campaign including the Phoenix Pride Festival.
- Review of membership matrix for federal reflectiveness compliance
- Discussion of membership recruitment campaign and Phoenix Pride Festival
- Review of new member orientation, planning council training, and mentor program
- Review of Scope of Work and Planning Council Activity Timelines (PCAT) for the upcoming Grant Year
- Management of membership applications and applicant status updates
The TEAM Committee voted unanimously to forward Emily Halling's application to the full Planning Council for consideration as an alternate member. The committee also approved minutes from July and August 2022. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were discussion only.
- Approved July 26, 2022 and August 29, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved forwarding Emily Halling's application to Planning Council for alternate member consideration (unanimous)
Ryan White Planning Council – Standards and Rules (STAR) Committee
The Standards and Rules (STaR) Committee of the Ryan White Planning Council will review and potentially vote on updates to several service standards, including housing, emergency financial assistance, substance use, psychosocial support, and rapid ART services. The committee will also review proposed changes to the Planning Council bylaws and discuss the scope of work and activity timelines for the upcoming grant year. This is a working meeting focused on reviewing and updating program standards and governance documents.
- Review of draft 2022 Planning Council Bylaws with recommended changes from Legal
- Review of Housing Services Standards for possible updates
- Review of Emergency Financial Assistance Services Standards for possible updates
- Review of Substance Use Services Standards for possible updates
- Review of Psychosocial Support Services Standards for possible updates
The STaR Committee approved changes to the Planning Council Bylaws and Glossary, responding to county attorney recommendations, and will forward them to the full Planning Council for review. The committee also approved the July 26, 2022, meeting minutes. Several service standards reviews were tabled to the next meeting.
- Approved Bylaws and Glossary changes, forwarding to Planning Council (unanimous)
- Approved July 26, 2022, meeting minutes (unanimous)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Maricopa Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting to review and act on 16 staff reports covering various planning and zoning matters, plus one continuance request. The agenda is largely procedural, listing items for consideration without detailed descriptions in the provided text.
- 16 staff reports (items 22021161, 22021162, 22021076, 22021131, 22021137, 22022003, 22022075, 22022085, 22022087, 22022109, 22022111, 22022121, 22021163, 22022068, 22022082)
- Continuance request for item 22022087
- Opposition memo and letter for item 22022068
The Commission voted 7-1 to recommend approval of a zone change from Rural-43 to R-4 RUPD for a 6.23-acre site at 75th Ave. and Thunderbird Rd., allowing a future 80-unit townhome development. The consent agenda was approved 8-0, including nine items such as a marijuana establishment expansion and multiple billboard conversions. Three cases were continued without action, and two other regular agenda items were approved unanimously.
- Approved rezoning for The Ville townhomes (7-1)
- Approved consent agenda 8-0: Z2021076, Z2021131, Z2021137, Z2022003, Z2022075, Z2022085, Z2022109, Z2022111, Z2022121
- Approved SUP for SR 24 RV-Boat Storage (8-0)
- Approved zone change for Power & Riggs Commercial (7-0)
- Continued Z2021161, Z2021162, Z2022087 to future hearings
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Maricopa County Local Emergency Planning Committee (MCLEPC) December 15 VIRTUAL
The committee will discuss membership updates and the status of LEPC co-chairs. Members will also review National Response Center reports from July through September 2022 and plan for a 2023 exercise.
- Approval of June 22, 2022, and August 17, 2022, meeting minutes
- LEPC membership updates including Michael Branham's category
- Discussion of National Response Center reports for July–September 2022
- Planning for the 2023 LEPC Exercise
The Maricopa County Local Emergency Planning Committee (MCLEPC) met virtually on September 21, 2022. The committee approved minutes from June and August meetings with no opposition. Several items were tabled for future meetings, including a proposal to reduce voting membership to alleviate quorum concerns, the selection of a new co-chair, and planning for a 2023 exercise. No substantive decisions were made beyond approving the minutes.
- Approved meeting minutes of 22 June 2022 (0 opposed)
- Approved supplemental meeting minutes of 17 August 2022 (0 opposed)
- Tabled discussion on right-sizing voting membership numbers
- Tabled selection of new LEPC Co-Chair
- Tabled discussion of LEPC exercise for CY2023
- Tabled discussion of subcommittee activation
Self-Insured Risk Trust Fund Board of Trustees
The Maricopa County Self-Insured Risk Trust Board of Trustees meets virtually to discuss a notice of claim, receive an actuarial presentation, and get an update on the 9/1 insurance renewal. The board will also vote on entering executive session for legal advice and approve prior meeting minutes. Public comments are limited to 3 minutes per person.
- Discussion of Samuel Byrum Notice of Claim GL506321013192
- Actuarial presentation by Select Actuarial
- 9/1 insurance renewal update from Gallagher
- Approval of executive and open session minutes for 7/20/22
The Board of Trustees approved the September insurance renewals, which included an 11% program increase. They also approved the executive and open session minutes from July 20, 2022, and received an actuarial presentation on loss reserves. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned after discussion.
- Approved September insurance renewals with 11% program increase
- Approved executive and open session minutes for July 20, 2022
Board of Adjustment/Drainage Review Board
The Board of Adjustment will review several staff reports regarding pending cases. The agenda includes multiple case numbers and associated handout memos for discussion.
- Case BA2022036
- Case BA2022002
- Case BA2022021
- Case BA2022029
- Case BA2022033
The Maricopa County Board of Adjustment approved five variance requests and two temporary use permits, and denied one variance for a proposed marijuana establishment. The board approved variances for setbacks, billboard distance, and light pole height, and allowed a neighborhood market for one event and a temporary event venue for 30 days. A variance for a marijuana establishment near a school and park was denied 3-1.
- Approved consent agenda variance for 9' side setbacks at 19211 W. Seldon Ln. (5-0)
- Approved variance for 328' digital billboard distance from freeway at 14760 E Willis Rd. (5-0)
- Approved variance for 20' south setback at 28517 N. 157th Pl. (5-0)
- Approved variance for 23'-10" front setback at 39611 N. 2nd St. (5-0)
- Approved temporary use permit for neighborhood market on Oct. 15, 2022 only at 6816 N. 171st Dr. (5-0)
- Approved temporary use permit for 30 event days at Mi Hacienda, 7644 S. 27th Ave. (4-1)
- Denied variance for marijuana establishment separation from school/park at 12225 & 12247 S. Gilbert Rd. (3-1)
- Approved variance for 36' light poles at 5310 W. Roeser Rd. (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Smart Savings Committee (Deferred Compensation)
The Smart Savings Committee will review investment performance reports from Sageview and Nationwide Retirement Solutions, and vote on a $500k revenue reimbursement from Nationwide to reduce the plan balance. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comments.
- Approval of May 25, 2022 meeting minutes
- Sageview investment performance report and watch list (none)
- Nationwide performance report
- Action: Revenue reimbursement of $500k prorated by asset balance
The Smart Savings Committee approved a $500,000 rebate to participants of the Maricopa County 457 Plan, prorated based on asset balance, from the retained revenue account. The committee also heard investment performance reports showing the plan has over $622 million in assets and that all actively managed and index funds scored above median. Nationwide reported failing to meet performance standards for call response and abandonment for the fourth time in six quarters.
- Approved $500,000 rebate to 457 plan participants prorated by asset balance, passed unanimously (9-0).
- Approved minutes of the May 25, 2022 meeting, passed unanimously (8-0).
- Heard SageView investment report: plan assets over $622 million, all 17 funds scored above median.
- Heard Nationwide report: contributions decreased, emergency withdrawals nearly doubled in amount.
- Noted Nationwide failed performance standards for call response and abandonment for fourth time in six quarters.
- Noted no funds on watch list.
- No public comments were made.
- Meeting adjourned at 4:14 p.m.
Planning & Development items for the Board of Supervisors' agenda
The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors is meeting to consider planning and zoning matters, including staff report item $2022003. The agenda contains only this single referenced item with no additional details provided in the text.
- Review of staff report $2022003 for planning and zoning
Merit Systems Commission
The Maricopa County Merit Systems Commission will consider three appeals from Sheriff's Office employees, including one termination and two suspensions, based on hearing officer recommendations. The commission will also approve prior meeting minutes and receive status updates on pending appeals. Public comment will be accepted for both the Employee and Law Enforcement Officers' merit systems.
- Ursulas Williams v Maricopa County Sheriff's Office (MC FY22-E07): termination appeal, hearing officer recommends denial
- Joshua Leiler v Maricopa County Sheriff's Office (MC FY22-L06): 80-hour suspension appeal, hearing officer recommends denial
- Boubacar Bah v Maricopa County Sheriff's Office (MC FY22-L07): 24-hour suspension appeal, hearing officer recommends denial
- Approval of August 10, 2022 EMS and LEOMS meeting minutes
- Approval of August 17, 2022 LEOMS meeting minutes
MCSO Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS) Local Board
The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office PSPRS Local Board will meet to consider two disability retirement applications: one for Josh Fortner (additional medical records) and one for Bryan Wisda (accidental disability application). The board may also enter executive session for personnel and legal matters, and will act on these items in open session. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and staff updates.
- Review of additional medical records for Josh Fortner (received July 25, 2022)
- Receipt of accidental disability retirement application for Bryan Wisda (received July 20, 2022, with additional records August 17, 2022)
- Approval of regular minutes from August 2, 2022 meeting
- Possible executive session under A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(1)-(4)
- Call to the public (2-3 minute comments)
The board voted unanimously to accept Bryan Wisda's accidental disability retirement application and send him for an independent medical exam (psychiatry). They also accepted additional medical records for Josh Fortner and forwarded them to the current IME for clarification on permanency. The August 2, 2022 meeting minutes were approved unanimously.
- Approved August 2, 2022 regular board meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Accepted accidental disability retirement application for Bryan Wisda and sent him for IME in psychiatry (unanimous)
- Accepted additional medical records for Josh Fortner and sent them to current IME for permanency clarification (unanimous)
MCSO Correctional Officer Retirement Plan (CORP) Local Board
The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office Corrections Officer Retirement Plan Local Board will meet to consider an updated accidental disability retirement application from Regina Juarez, originally received July 20, 2022, and tabled pending clarification. The board will also approve minutes from the August 2 meeting, accept new membership applications, and receive staff updates on retirements and terminations. The agenda includes an executive session for personnel and legal matters, with action taken in open session.
- Updated accidental disability retirement application for Regina Juarez (re-submitted Aug 15, 2022)
- Approval of August 2, 2022 meeting minutes
- New membership applications: Jasmine A. Wehmeyer (effective Aug 8, 2022), Elizabeth Nicole Gonzalez Garcia (effective Aug 22, 2022), Andrew Mason Tomas (effective Aug 22, 2022)
- Staff updates on August 2022 retirements/terminations (information only)
- Executive session for personnel, confidential records, and legal consultation
The Corrections Officer Retirement Plan Local Board voted unanimously to accept an amended Accidental Disability Retirement Application for Detention Officer Regina Juarez and to send her for an Independent Medical Examination with a psychiatrist specializing in PTSD. The board also approved three new members for the plan and accepted the August 2022 retirements/terminations listing as information only.
- Approved the August 2, 2022, meeting minutes.
- Approved sending Detention Officer Regina Juarez for an IME with a PTSD psychiatrist for further discussion of her amended disability application.
- Approved Jasmine A. Wehmeyer for membership effective August 8, 2022.
- Approved Elizabeth Nicole Gonzalez Garcia for membership effective August 22, 2022.
- Approved Andrew Mason Tomas for membership effective August 22, 2022.
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Maricopa Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting to review and discuss five separate planning and zoning items, including staff reports and a public hearing. The agenda includes a user guide for the virtual meeting platform and multiple staff reports on specific cases. The commission will consider these items, which may include rezoning, development, or other land-use requests.
- Case 22021137 staff report
- Case 22022075 staff report
- CPA2021012 and 22021074 staff report
- Case S2021020 staff report with opposition handout memo
- Case 22021075 staff report
The Commission approved all three Sunrise Ranch at South Mountain cases (comprehensive plan amendment, zone change, and preliminary plat) for a 101-lot single-family subdivision at the southeast corner of 35th Ave. & Olney Ave. in Laveen. The approvals were unanimous (9-0) and include conditions such as a pre-annexation agreement with the City of Phoenix, dark-sky lighting, and disclosure notes about nearby agricultural and aviation uses. The Commission also approved a special use permit for a home cottage industry auto repair business (Bennett Auto) on the consent agenda (9-0). Two zoning cases were continued to the September 22 hearing.
- Approved CPA2021012 (Sunrise Ranch land use change to Large Lot Residential) 9-0
- Approved Z2021074 (Sunrise Ranch zone change to R1-18 RUPD) 9-0
- Approved S2021020 (Sunrise Ranch preliminary plat for 101 lots) 9-0
- Approved Z2021075 (Bennett Auto special use permit) 9-0
- Continued Z2021137 (Envirotech Group zone change) to Sept. 22
- Continued Z2022075 (Apache Blvd. billboard zone change) to Sept. 22
Planning & Development items for the Board of Supervisors' agenda
The Board of Supervisors is meeting to consider planning and zoning matters. The agenda includes reviews for The Reserves At Lone Mountain, Arrow Concrete, and Lot 14 & Tract A Of Buckeye Ranch.
- The Reserves At Lone Mountain ($2021034)
- Arrow Concrete (MCP2021001)
- Lot 14 & Tract A Of Buckeye Ranch (22021139)
Ryan White Planning Council
The Maricopa County Ryan White Planning Council is meeting to set priorities and allocate funds for Ryan White HIV/AIDS services for the 2022/23 grant year. The agenda includes data presentations, workshops, and votes on service category priorities and allocations. Public comment is scheduled.
- Priority Setting and Resource Allocation workshop for 2022/23 grant year
- Review of all Ryan White Service Categories
- Discussion of allocation recommendations from the Part A Office
- Votes on service category priorities and allocations
- Public comment period
The Planning Council voted to accept the results of the 2022 Priority Setting Resource Allocation (PSRA) ranking tool and the recipient office's allocation recommendations for approximately $10.98 million in Ryan White Part A funding. Both motions passed 11-3 with three abstentions. The meeting also included data presentations, a moment of silence, and procedural motions to transfer meeting facilitation.
- Approved 2022 PSRA ranking results (11-3, 3 abstentions)
- Approved recipient office's allocation recommendations (11-3, 3 abstentions)
- Suspended rules to transfer facilitation to Planning Council Support (unanimous)
- Suspended rules to allow Chair to vote as regular member during PSRA (unanimous)
- Ended both rule suspensions and returned facilitation to Chair (unanimous)
Ryan White Planning Council
The Maricopa County Ryan White Planning Council is meeting for Day 1 of its Priority Setting & Resource Allocations training. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes, receiving program updates, and reviewing guiding principles for allocations. The council will also vote on approving three new members and renewing conflict-of-interest forms for members participating in the allocation process.
- Approval of new council members: Alain Barnes, Elijah Palles, Khambrell Arnold-Henderson
- Review and possible vote on minutes from June 28, 2022 meeting
- Updates from Ryan White Part A, B, C/D, and HIV Prevention programs
- HOPWA report from Sandra Jones (City of Phoenix)
- Review of Guiding Principles for Allocations and PSRA process
The Planning Council approved three new members and unanimously created a temporary allocation workgroup to monitor service delivery expenditures and recommend reallocations. The council also approved corrections to the Allocations and Expenditures Report. No substantive funding decisions were made; the meeting focused on procedural updates and training.
- Approved June 28, 2022 minutes unanimously
- Approved Alain Barnes, Khambrell Arnold-Henderson & Elijah Palles as new members unanimously
- Created temporary allocation workgroup to monitor expenditures and recommend reallocations unanimously
- Accepted corrections to Planning Council Allocations and Expenditures Report unanimously
Ryan White Planning Council - Training, Education and Membership (TEAM) Committee
The Training, Education and Membership Committee will review new membership applications. Approved members may be submitted to the Planning Council PSRA meeting following this session.
- Review of New Membership Applications
The committee reviewed and unanimously approved a new membership application for Khambrell Arnold-Henderson to be considered at the next Planning Council meeting. Applications for Elijah Palles and Alain Barnes were moved to the next meeting for approval. No public comments were received.
- Approved Khambrell Arnold-Henderson's new membership application for Planning Council consideration (unanimous)
- Moved applications for Elijah Palles and Alain Barnes to next Planning Council meeting for approval
Audit Advisory Committee
The Maricopa County Citizens Audit Advisory Committee will hold a virtual meeting on August 24, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. The agenda includes approval of minutes, updates from internal audit, the Auditor General, and finance/budget. No specific decisions or proposals are listed; the meeting is primarily for receiving updates.
- Approval of minutes from May 25, 2022 meeting
- Internal Audit Update by Mike McGee
- Auditor General Update by Dave Glennon
- Finance/Budget Update by Cindy Goelz
The committee unanimously approved the May 25, 2022 meeting minutes. Members received updates on internal audit activities, including the approved audit plan, peer review results, and ARPA transaction reviews. The Auditor General's office reported presenting FY21 Single Audit results to the Board of Supervisors, and the Finance Director noted the FY23 budget adoption and ongoing financial statement work.
- Approved May 25, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Flood Control Advisory Board
The Flood Control Advisory Board will consider approving a set of recommendations aimed at improving how flood control projects are delivered, including changes to cost-share requirements, project scoring, and program administration. The recommendations were developed after meetings with city and town partners and will be forwarded to the Board of Directors and the Flood Control District for consideration if approved. The agenda also includes routine items like approving the previous meeting's minutes and hearing comments from the director and the public.
- Recommend lowering minimum cost share from 20% to 15% for Capital Improvement Program projects
- Propose tiered cost share goals based on project size: 5% for under $3M, 10% for under $10M, 15% for over $10M
- Increase Small Project Assistance Program maximum cost share from $500K to $1M
- Cap FCD participation in roadway drainage facilities at $1M and limit such projects to 10% of CIP annually
- Approve and forward recommendations to the Board of Directors and Flood Control District
The Flood Control Advisory Board unanimously approved a set of recommendations to improve the Capital Improvement Program, Small Project Assistance Program, and program administration after Chairman Patel gathered feedback from six cities. The board also approved the minutes from the May 24 meeting. No other decisions were made.
- Approved minutes of May 24, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
- Endorsed recommendations for CIP, SPAP, and program administration improvements (unanimous)
Benefit Board of Trustees
The Maricopa County Self-Insured Benefits Trust Fund Board of Trustees will meet to approve prior meeting minutes, review the full-year 2021-2022 unaudited financial statements, and discuss the full-year 2022-2023 forecast. The meeting is held via Microsoft Teams only. The board may recess into executive session for legal advice on any agenda item.
- Approval of April 23, 2022 meeting minutes
- Presentation and discussion of full-year 2021-2022 unaudited financial statements
- Presentation and discussion of full-year 2022-2023 forecast
- Call to the public
The board unanimously approved the April 26, 2022 meeting minutes. Staff presented the full-year 2021-2022 unaudited financial statements and the 2022-2023 forecast, including discussion of medical inflation and behavioral health claims. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned without any other substantive decisions.
- Approved April 26, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The August 18, 2022 meeting of the Maricopa Planning & Zoning Commission has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.
- Meeting cancelled for August 18, 2022
Maricopa County Local Emergency Planning Committee (MCLEPC) December 15 VIRTUAL
The Maricopa County Local Emergency Planning Committee is holding a virtual meeting to handle routine procedural items: opening the meeting, approving prior meeting minutes, and receiving the quarterly NRC report from the LEPC Coordinator. No substantive decisions or public hearings are listed on this agenda.
- Approve meeting minutes
- Quarterly NRC report from LEPC Coordinator
The Maricopa County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) voted unanimously to approve the proposed updates to the LEPC plan, which are due by September 1, 2022. The updates primarily addressed readability, including acronyms and grammar, and the document size. A subcommittee will be formed to handle further long-term edits.
- Approved LEPC plan updates (unanimous)
Planning & Development items for the Board of Supervisors' agenda
The Board of Supervisors is meeting to consider several Planning and Zoning items. The agenda consists of staff reports for multiple case numbers, including zoning and comprehensive plan amendments.
- Case $2020025
- Case 22021133
- Case 22021160
- Case 22022051
- Case CPA2021009
Merit Systems Commission
The Maricopa County Merit Systems Commission will convene a general session to consider approval of the Law Enforcement Sergeant Register and hear public comment on matters pertaining to the Law Enforcement Officers' Merit System. The meeting will be held telephonically, and the commission may recess into executive session for legal advice.
- Approval of the Law Enforcement Sergeant Register
- Call to the public for comments on the Law Enforcement Officers' Merit System
- Possible executive session for legal advice under A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(3)
Transportation Advisory Board
The Maricopa County Transportation Advisory Board meeting scheduled for August 16, 2022, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only this cancellation notice and no items for discussion or decision.
- Meeting cancellation notice for August 16, 2022
Board of Adjustment/Drainage Review Board
The Maricopa Board of Adjustment/Drainage Review Board is meeting to consider six Board of Adjustment cases (BA2022015, BA2022020, BA2022024, BA2022018, BA2022023, BA2022028) and one use permit (TU2022029). The agenda includes staff reports and a handout for one case, indicating these are the main items for discussion or decision.
- BA2022015 staff report
- BA2022020 staff report
- BA2022024 staff report and handout
- BA2022018 staff report
- TU2022029 staff report
The Board of Adjustment approved six of seven agenda items, including a variance allowing a marijuana establishment 1,264 feet from a school (below the 1,500-foot minimum) and several property setback variances. One request within the Kvool Property case was denied. All votes were unanimous among the present members, with Chairman Loper recused from the marijuana case.
- Approved BA2022015: 74' lot width variance for Mazurek Property (3-0)
- Approved BA2022020: 1,264' marijuana establishment-to-school distance variance (2-0, Loper recused)
- Approved BA2022024 request #2: 5' east setback variance for Kvool Property (3-0)
- Denied BA2022024 request #1: 19' front setback variance for Kvool Property (3-0)
- Approved BA2022018: 10' front, 9' side, and 0' street-side setback variances for McCavitt Residence (3-0)
- Approved BA2022023: 8'-5" front setback variance for Clovis Residence (3-0)
- Approved BA2022028: 1,107 sq ft hillside disturbance variance for Walters Property (3-0)
- Approved TU2022029: Temporary RV housing permit for Wheat Property through Feb 9, 2024 (3-0)
Merit Systems Commission
The Maricopa County Merit Systems Commission will consider a hearing officer's recommendation to uphold the termination of an employee in Adilenne Leeper v Maricopa County Sheriff's Office. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes, dismissal of an appeal in Cooning v MCSO, and status reports on pending appeals. The meeting is largely procedural, with public comment periods for both the Employee and Law Enforcement Officers' Merit Systems.
- Adilenne Leeper v Maricopa County Sheriff's Office (MCFY22-E06): termination appeal, hearing officer recommends denial and upholding dismissal
- Cooning v MCSO (MCFY21-E01): dismissal of appeal
- Approval of March 8, 2022 EMS and LEOMS meeting minutes
- Approval of June 2, 2022 LEOMS meeting minutes
- Status reports on upcoming appeals for both merit systems
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Maricopa Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting to review several rezoning and development applications, including a request for continuance for an RV/boat storage project. The agenda includes staff reports and public input documents for each case. Decisions or recommendations made at this meeting will be forwarded to the city council.
- Z2021162 rezoning application
- MCP2021001 master case plan
- Z2021139 rezoning application
- Z2021163 RV/boat storage project with continuance request
- DMP2021001 and Z2021050 development plan and rezoning with opposition and support handouts
The Commission approved a major amendment to the White Tank Foothills Development Master Plan and a corresponding zone change for Phase 3, a 645-lot single-family subdivision near Citrus Rd. and Northern Ave. in Glendale. The approval was 9-0 and includes conditions limiting the total number of dwelling units to 645 for Phase 3 and 1,621 for the entire community. The Commission also approved the consent agenda, which included a military compatibility permit for Arrow Concrete and a special use permit amendment for a water treatment facility expansion in Buckeye Ranch.
- Approved DMP2021001 White Tank Foothills Phase 3 major amendment (9-0)
- Approved Z2021050 zone change for White Tank Foothills Phase 3 (9-0)
- Approved consent agenda MCP2021001 Arrow Concrete military compatibility permit (9-0)
- Approved consent agenda Z2021139 Buckeye Ranch special use permit amendment (9-0)
- Continued Z2021162 Brown Family Project zone change to Sept 22 hearing
- Continued Z2021163 SR 24 RV-Boat Storage special use permit to Sept 22 hearing
- Approved July 7, 2022 meeting minutes as written
MCSO Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS) Local Board
The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office PSPRS Local Board will meet to discuss and act on an accidental disability retirement application from Bryan Wisda, who has requested to table it until September 2, 2022, and to approve Matthew MacGregor Estes for membership effective July 5, 2022. The board will also approve minutes from the July 20 meeting and receive staff updates. The agenda includes an executive session for personnel, legal, and litigation matters, but actions on items 3-4 will be taken in open session.
- Receipt of accidental disability retirement application for Bryan Wisda (received July 20, 2022; request to table until September 2, 2022)
- Approval of membership for Matthew MacGregor Estes effective July 5, 2022
- Approval of regular minutes from July 20, 2022 meeting
- Executive session authorized under A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(1)-(4) for personnel, confidential records, and legal consultation
- Staff updates: June/July 2022 retirements/terminations (information only); legal counsel backup arrangement
The MCSO PSPRS Local Board approved the July 20, 2022 meeting minutes and accepted a new member, Matthew MacGregor Estes, effective July 5, 2022. The board also granted a request to table Bryan Wisda's accidental disability retirement application until the September 6, 2022 meeting. No executive session was held, and no public comment was made.
- Approved July 20, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Accepted Matthew MacGregor Estes as a new member effective July 5, 2022 (unanimous)
- Tabled Bryan Wisda's accidental disability retirement application until September 6, 2022 (unanimous)
MCSO Correctional Officer Retirement Plan (CORP) Local Board
The CORP Local Board will review an accidental disability retirement application and approve new membership applications. The board will also approve the June 10, 2022 meeting minutes and may enter executive session for personnel and legal matters. Staff updates include retirements and terminations for information only.
- Receipt of Accidental Disability Retirement Application for Regina Juarez (received July 20, 2022)
- Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes from June 10, 2022
- New membership applications effective July 4-25, 2022 (Shirron Delgado, Joshua Raymond Briese, Margaret Kim Mitchell, Anita Denise McLaren, Trevor Martin)
- Possible executive session for personnel, confidential records, and legal consultation
- Staff updates on retirements/terminations (information only)
The board unanimously approved the June 10, 2022, meeting minutes and accepted five new members into the retirement plan. The board tabled Regina Juarez's Accidental Disability Application until September 6, 2022, to allow her presence and obtain full documentation. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved June 10, 2022, meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved membership for Shirron Delgado, effective July 4, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved membership for Joshua Raymond Briese, effective July 5, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved membership for Margaret Kim Mitchell, effective July 18, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved membership for Anita Denise McLaren, effective July 19, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved membership for Trevor Martin, effective July 25, 2022 (unanimous)
- Tabled Accidental Disability Application for Regina Juarez until September 6, 2022 (unanimous)
Flood Control District Stakeholder Group
The Flood Control District of Maricopa County's stakeholder group is meeting quarterly to discuss potential changes to the Capital Improvement Program and Small Project Assistance Program, along with project updates. The meeting is open to the public and includes a round-table discussion.
- Discussion of changes to the Capital Improvement Program
- Discussion of changes to the Small Project Assistance Program
- Project and program updates
- Round table discussion
Planning & Development items for the Board of Supervisors' agenda
The Board of Supervisors will review several planning and zoning staff reports. The agenda includes various case numbers related to land use and development projects.
- Staff Report $2021016
- Staff Report 22022047
- Staff Report 22022049
- Staff Report 22022050
- Staff Report 22022059
Ryan White Planning Council - Training, Education and Membership (TEAM) Committee
The Training, Education and Membership (TEAM) Committee is meeting to manage the Planning Council's membership application process and attendance. The body will discuss member orientation, a recruitment campaign, and the membership matrix for federal mandate compliance.
- Review of membership matrix for federal reflectiveness compliance
- Discussion of a membership recruitment campaign including Spanish language materials
- Review of new member orientation, planning council training, and a mentor program
- Update on a third-tier care coordination pilot involving 50 calls to self-managed clients
- Review of the membership application process and any new applications
The TEAM Committee approved moving the applications of Elijah Palles and Alain Barnes to the next Planning Council meeting for new member approval. The committee also approved the May 24, 2022 minutes with edits by unanimous vote. All other items were discussion only, with no formal action taken.
- Approved moving Elijah Palles and Alain Barnes applications to next Planning Council meeting (unanimous)
- Approved May 24, 2022 minutes with edits (unanimous)
Ryan White Planning Council – Standards and Rules (STAR) Committee
The Standards and Rules (STaR) Committee of the Ryan White Planning Council will meet to review and potentially vote on updates to several service standards, including housing, emergency financial assistance, substance use, and psychosocial support services. The committee will also review proposed changes to the Planning Council bylaws and receive updates from the RWHAP Part A Recipient office, including a new EHE Virtual Learning Coordinator position and a care coordination pilot. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.
- Review of draft 2022 Planning Council Bylaws with recommended changes from Legal
- Review of draft 2022 Phoenix Housing Service Standard (new layout)
- Review of draft 2022 Phoenix Emergency Financial Assistance Service Standard (new layout)
- Review of draft 2022 Phoenix Substance Use Outpatient Service Standard (new layout)
- Discussion of adding an EHE Virtual Learning Coordinator position with Learning Management Software expertise
The STaR Committee approved the March 29, 2022 meeting minutes unanimously. The committee discussed but took no action on several items, including a chair update, a recipient update, conflict-of-interest guidance, and a review of housing services standards. Several items were tabled for the next meeting.
- Approved March 29, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Tabled Emergency Financial Assistance Standards review
- Tabled Substance Use Services Standards review
- Tabled Psychosocial Services Standards review
Board of Health
The Board of Health is meeting to discuss FY22 budget updates and ARPA funding. The body will consider recommendations for landfill emission rules and fee waivers.
- Proposed revisions to Air Quality Rule 321 regarding Municipal Solid Waste Landfills
- Approval request for 17 Environmental Services Department fee waiver applications
- Recommendation for EROP case ES-2022-001 regarding Maricopa County Transfer Station Green Waste Fees
- FY22 4th Quarter budget update showing $58,698,397 in ARPA spending
- Report on $2.1 million in Justice Reinvestment Fund revenue from state marijuana tax
The Board of Health recommended approval of a proposed increase in green waste disposal fees for trucks and trailers at county transfer stations, forwarding the case to the Board of Supervisors. The board also approved 17 fee waiver applications for charitable non-profits and recommended approval of revisions to Air Quality Rule 321 for municipal solid waste landfills. The meeting included informational updates on ARPA funding and public health finances.
- Recommended approval of EROP case ES-2022-001, increasing green waste fees for trucks ($12 to $26.75) and trailers ($12 to $40) (unanimous)
- Approved 17 permit fee waiver applications for charitable non-profits (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of AQ-2017-002 Rule 321 revisions for municipal solid waste landfills (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from previous meeting (unanimous)
Board of Health
The Maricopa County Board of Health Finance Committee items are scheduled to be covered during the full Board of Health meeting at 3:00 p.m.
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Maricopa Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting to review staff reports on six development-related cases (22022053, 22022066, 22022076, 22022122, 22021133) and a comprehensive plan amendment (CPA2021009). The agenda includes public comment on the amendment, with both support and opposition emails attached. This is a regular meeting to discuss and likely vote on these items.
- Case 22022053 staff report
- Case 22022066 staff report
- Case 22022076 staff report
- Case 22022122 staff report
- Comprehensive Plan Amendment CPA2021009 with support and opposition emails
The Commission approved a major Comprehensive Plan Amendment for the Santa Barbara Ranch project, changing the land use designation from Rural Residential to Single-Family Transitional Lot (3-5 dwelling units per acre) in the Morristown area. The approval includes conditions capping residential units at 5,000, reserving 150 gross acres for open space, and requiring 80 gross acres for commercial use. The Commission also approved a consent agenda with four zoning cases and a separate zone change for a billboard at Val Vista, all related to billboard modifications or digital conversions.
- Approved CPA2021009 Santa Barbara Ranch plan amendment (6-0)
- Approved consent agenda Z2022053, Z2022066, Z2022076, Z2022122 (6-0)
- Approved Z2021133 Val Vista 1 zone change to C-2 CUPD for billboard (5-1)
- Approved billboard height increase to 70' at US 60 & Country Club Dr. (Z2022053)
- Approved digital billboard conversion at I-10 & Pecos Rd. (Z2022066)
- Approved C-2 CUPD overlay for digital billboard at Higley Rd. & Loop 202 (Z2022076)
- Approved voluntary rezone to Rural-43 at 18820 E. Lawndale Pl. (Z2022122)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
MCSO Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS) Local Board
The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office PSPRS Local Board is holding a make-up meeting to review and possibly act on an accidental disability application, approve new memberships, and approve prior meeting minutes. The board may also enter executive session to discuss personnel and legal matters.
- Review of IME report and clarification letter for Josh Fortner's accidental disability application
- Approval of new PSPRS memberships for 8 individuals with effective dates from April to June 2022
- Approval of May 9, 2022 regular meeting minutes
- Staff updates on May and June 2022 retirements/terminations (information only)
The MCSO PSPRS Local Board tabled discussion on Josh Fortner's accidental disability application until September 6, 2022, to allow more medical documentation. The board also approved seven new memberships with noted pre-existing conditions, and unanimously approved the May 9, 2022 meeting minutes.
- Approved May 9, 2022 board meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Tabled Josh Fortner's accidental disability application until September 6, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved membership for Andrew Robert Fritz effective April 25, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved membership for Nicolos R. Moore effective May 9, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved membership for Nomar Torrecillas effective May 16, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved membership for Garrett Wesley Dawson effective May 23, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved memberships for Carlos Ernesto Rocha and Jorge Alejandro Verdugo Corrales effective May 31, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved membership for Nathaniel C. Smith effective June 27, 2022 with pre-existing condition noted (unanimous)
Self-Insured Risk Trust Fund Board of Trustees
The Maricopa County Self-Insured Risk Trust Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting, open to the public, to discuss and vote on a request for settlement authority related to a claim by Samuel Byrum. The board will also review pending claims and litigation in executive session, and approve minutes from the previous meeting.
- Vote on request for settlement authority for Samuel Byrum, Notice of Claims, GL506321013192
- Review of pending claims and litigation in executive session
- Approval of executive and open session minutes for June 15, 2022
- Public comments limited to 3 minutes per person
The Board approved the June 15, 2022, executive and open session minutes with corrections for a typo. It also authorized Risk Management to proceed with a settlement in the lesser amount discussed in executive session, with a possible August meeting for further discussion. No public comments were made, and no other substantive decisions were recorded.
- Approved June 15, 2022, executive and open session minutes with corrections
- Authorized Risk Management to proceed with settlement in lesser amount as discussed in executive session
Flood Control District Stakeholder Group
The Flood Stakeholder Group regular meeting originally scheduled for July 14, 2022, has been moved. The meeting will now take place on Thursday, July 28, 2022, at 3 p.m.
- Rescheduling of the July 14 meeting to July 28 at 3 p.m.
Board of Adjustment/Drainage Review Board
The July 14, 2022 Board of Adjustment meeting is cancelled, as stated in the cancellation notice. The agenda lists three staff reports (BA2022015, BA2022020, BA2022024) that would have been considered, but no decisions will be made at this cancelled session. This is a procedural cancellation notice, not a substantive meeting.
- Meeting cancelled for July 14, 2022
- BA2022015 staff report listed
- BA2022020 staff report listed
- BA2022024 staff report listed
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Maricopa Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting to review four staff reports (items 22021133, 22021160, 22022051, 22022054) and related handout memos, including one to change a continuance date. The agenda lists documents but provides no details on the nature of the items, so the specific decisions or discussions are not described in the provided text.
- Review of staff report 22021133, including a handout memo to change a continuance date
- Review of staff report 22021160
- Review of staff report 22022051, with a handout memo and attachments
- Review of staff report 22022054, with a handout memo and attachments
The Maricopa County Planning and Zoning Commission approved a consent agenda item for the Agave Solar project, rezoning land from Rural-190 to IND-2 IUPD for a solar electric generating facility. It also approved two special use permits for converting existing static billboards to digital, one at 705 N. Mary St. and one near Willis Rd. and Arizona Ave., both without the five-year time limit that staff had originally considered. The commission also continued a zoning case for the Val Vista 1 project to a later hearing.
- Approved Agave Solar zone change to IND-2 IUPD with conditions (6-0)
- Approved digital billboard SUP at 705 N. Mary St. with conditions, no time limit (6-0)
- Approved digital billboard SUP near Willis Rd. and Arizona Ave. with conditions, no time limit (6-0)
- Continued Val Vista 1 zone change to August 4, 2022 hearing
Air Pollution Hearing Board
The Maricopa County Air Pollution Hearing Board is holding its annual meeting to elect officers and approve the minutes from its June 23, 2021 meeting. The board may also vote to discuss matters with its attorney in executive session. The agenda contains no substantive policy items, only routine administrative actions.
- Approval of minutes from June 23, 2021 meeting
- Annual election of officers
- Possible executive session with attorney
The Maricopa County Air Pollution Hearing Board approved the June 23, 2021 minutes and elected new officers: Tim Franquist as Chairman and Scott Hughes as Vice-Chair, all in favor. The board also welcomed new member Hondo Judd and discussed a potential orientation with Mr. McNeely. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 2:16 p.m.
- Approved June 23, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Elected Tim Franquist as Chairman (unanimous)
- Elected Scott Hughes as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
MCSO Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS) Local Board
The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office PSPRS Local Board will meet to consider an accidental disability application, approve new memberships, and review minutes. The board may also enter executive session for personnel and legal matters, but will act on items in open session.
- Review of IME report and clarification letter for Josh Fortner's accidental disability application
- Approval of new PSPRS memberships for 8 individuals, effective April–June 2022
- Approval of regular minutes from May 9, 2022 meeting
- Possible executive session for personnel, confidential records, and legal consultation
Ryan White Planning Council
The Maricopa County Ryan White Planning Council will review and potentially approve final allocations based on the actual Part A grant award of $10,455,209, which is higher than expected due to additional national funds. The council will also receive updates on the integrated plan, committee activities, and program reports, and may vote on new members and other agenda items.
- Review of Part A Grant Award increase to $10,455,209
- Review and approval of final allocations based on actual award amount
- Needs assessment on administrative efficiency (timely expenditures, contracts, carryover)
- ADHS update on integrated plan progress
- Review of proposed new Planning Council members
The Planning Council unanimously approved the allocation recommendations from the Recipient's office, the PSRA ranking tool for use in the upcoming Priority Setting and Resource Allocation sessions, and the AEAM survey questions. It also approved two new members, Tashawn Blount and Dr. Eric Tack, for appointment to the Board of Supervisors. The council approved the amended 2022 calendar and the PC Support evaluation tool.
- Approved allocation recommendations from Recipient's office (unanimous)
- Approved PSRA Ranking Tool for use in PSRA (unanimous)
- Approved AEAM survey questions to be sent after PSRA (unanimous)
- Approved Tashawn Blount as new Planning Council member (unanimous)
- Approved Dr. Eric Tack as new Planning Council member (unanimous)
- Approved amended 2022 CALENDAR PHX EMA (unanimous)
- Approved PC Support evaluation tool from workgroup (unanimous)
- Approved April 26, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
Ryan White Planning Council - Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will review and possibly approve the agenda, minutes, and updates from subcommittees. They will discuss the RWHAP Part A grant award increased to $10,455,209, review expenditure reports, and may vote on final allocations and the Planning Council budget. The meeting is largely procedural with several discussion and potential voting items.
- Review of Part A Grant Award increased to $10,455,209
- Review Part A Expenditure Reports and 2022 Final Allocation Recommendations
- Review and recommend final allocations based on actual award amount
- Negotiate Planning Council budget with recipient
- Review PSRA Ranking Tool draft
The Executive Committee approved the Allocation Recommendations to be reviewed by the Planning Council at the next day's meeting, based on the actual grant award of $10,455,209. The committee also approved the PSRA Ranking Tool, the PC Support evaluation documents, and a correction to the 2022 calendar. Several other items were discussed without action, including the PC budget and parking lot items.
- Approved Allocation Recommendations for Planning Council review (unanimous)
- Approved PSRA Ranking Tool with noted changes to scale and formula (unanimous)
- Approved PC Support evaluation documents from workgroup (unanimous)
- Approved correction to 2022 CALENDAR PHX EMA (unanimous)
- Approved April 25, 2022 minutes as amended (unanimous)
- Approved building AEAM survey to be sent after PSRA in August (unanimous)
Board of Adjustment/Drainage Review Board
The Maricopa County Board of Adjustment and Drainage Review Board will hold a public hearing on June 23, 2022, to consider six items: two board of adjustment applications (BA2022014, BA2022017), two variance requests (V202001428, V202200108), and two use permits (TU2022023, TU2022020). The agenda includes staff reports and a handout for TU2022020. All items are scheduled for discussion and possible action.
- BA2022014: Board of Adjustment application
- V202001428: Variance request
- V202200108: Variance request
- BA2022017: Board of Adjustment application
- TU2022023 and TU2022020: Use permits
The Board of Adjustment denied a Temporary Use Permit (TU2022020) that would have allowed a minor to reside in the Senior Citizen Overlay in Sun City, voting 2-1. The Board also affirmed two code enforcement orders against David A. Franson for property violations, each by a 3-0 vote. Additionally, the Board approved a variance for a pickleball court and lights (BA2022017) and a seasonal fireworks sales permit (TU2022023), both 3-0. The minutes for May 19, 2022, were approved as written.
- Denied Temporary Use Permit for underage occupancy in Sun City Senior Citizen Overlay (2-1)
- Affirmed Hearing Officer's order for code enforcement case V202001428 (3-0)
- Affirmed Hearing Officer's order for code enforcement case V202200108 (3-0)
- Approved variance for pickleball court and lights at 8204 W. Williams Rd. (3-0)
- Approved Temporary Use Permit for seasonal fireworks sales at 824 E Carefree Hwy. (3-0)
- Approved minutes of May 19, 2022 as written
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning & Development items for the Board of Supervisors' agenda
The Board of Supervisors is meeting to consider planning and zoning matters, but the agenda text provided contains only document references and no specific decisions or discussion items. The agenda appears to be procedural, with details available in the linked staff report and agenda PDF.
- Agenda for June 22, 2022 Board of Supervisors planning and zoning meeting
- Staff report document 22021118 referenced for details
Flood Control Advisory Board
The Flood Control Advisory Board will not hold its regular meeting on June 22, 2022, because there are no action items for consideration. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for August 24, 2022. This notice is procedural only.
- Cancellation of June 22, 2022 regular meeting
- Next meeting scheduled for August 24, 2022
Maricopa County Local Emergency Planning Committee (MCLEPC) December 15 VIRTUAL
The Maricopa County Local Emergency Planning Committee is meeting to vote on membership applications and review National Response Center reports. The body will also discuss the progress of the LEPC Plan update and the 2022 LEPC Exercise.
- Vote on membership application for Kim Campbell (Surprise)
- Vote on membership application for John Ferry (DEMA)
- Discussion of National Response Center (NRC) Reports from January 2022 – June 2022
- Discussion on LEPC Plan Update progress and timeline
- Planning for the 2022 LEPC Exercise
The Maricopa County Local Emergency Planning Committee approved meeting minutes from March 16, 2022, and approved two new members: Kim Campbell (Surprise Emergency Manager) and John Ferry (AZDEMA). The committee tabled the 2022 exercise to focus on a more robust 2023 event, and discussed updating the LEPC plan by August 1, with an extension to be requested if needed.
- Approved March 16, 2022 meeting minutes (0 opposed)
- Approved Kim Campbell as LEPC member for Surprise (0 opposed)
- Approved John Ferry as LEPC member for DEMA (0 opposed)
- Tabled 2022 LEPC exercise in favor of early 2023 planning
Transportation Advisory Board
The Maricopa County Transportation Advisory Board will hold a virtual meeting to receive updates on MCDOT operations and maintenance, project updates, and discuss and possibly approve board bylaws and elect a chair and vice-chair. The agenda is largely informational and procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- MCDOT Operations and Maintenance update by Deputy Director Gutierrez
- MCDOT project updates by Assistant Engineering Division Manager Randy Dunsey
- Discussion and possible approval of Transportation Advisory Board bylaws
- Election of TAB chair and vice-chair
- Approval of April 19, 2022 meeting minutes
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Maricopa County Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to review staff reports on 16 items, including rezoning requests, a case map, and several County Area Plan amendments. One case (22021162) is continued to August 4, 2022. The agenda is largely procedural, listing documents for each item without detailed descriptions.
- Case 22021162 continued to 8-4-22
- Rezoning cases: 22021133, 22021162, S2021035, 22022047, 22022049, 22022050, 22022059, 22022027, 22021150, 22021127
- County Area Plan amendments: CPA2022004, CPA2022005, CPA2022006, CPA2022007, CPA2022008
- MCP2022001 staff report
- Opposition document for case 22021127
The commission approved staff-initiated decommissioning of five outdated area plans (Laveen, Estrella, Mobile, East Mesa, Queen Creek) and approved the consent agenda, which included a preliminary plat, several special use permits, and a military compatibility permit. It also approved a special use permit for an RV and boat storage facility in Desert Hills and denied a special use permit for a granite countertop business in a rural residential area.
- Approved decommissioning Laveen Area Plan (7-0)
- Approved decommissioning Estrella Area Plan (7-0)
- Approved decommissioning Mobile Area Plan (7-0)
- Approved decommissioning East Mesa Area Plan (7-0)
- Approved decommissioning Queen Creek Area Plan (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda including Sunset Ridge preliminary plat, wireless facility permits, digital billboard, Enclave at Anthem, and RV storage (7-0)
- Approved Desert Hills RV & Boat Storage Facility special use permit (7-0)
- Denied Isfan Residence special use permit for granite countertop business (7-0)
Self-Insured Risk Trust Fund Board of Trustees
The Maricopa County Self-Insured Risk Trust Board of Trustees will hold a regular virtual meeting. The agenda includes public comments, a vote to enter executive session to discuss pending claims and litigation, and a financial presentation. The board will also receive updates on environmental issues, insurance renewals, and department activities, and will approve minutes from the previous meeting.
- Executive session for legal advice on pending claims and litigation
- Financial presentation by Samantha Wright
- Environmental update by Tim Little
- 9/1 insurance renewals update by Kathleen Kolm
- Approval of minutes from 3/16/2022 meeting
The Board approved the March 16, 2022 executive and open session minutes, confirming a $125K settlement in Rodriguez v. Felix. Members received financial and environmental updates, including remediation progress at four landfills and a planned $1.2M soil vapor extraction system at Queen Creek Landfill. No other formal decisions were made.
- Approved March 16, 2022 executive and open session minutes (motion by DiCiccio, second by Guerrero)
- Confirmed Rodriguez v. Felix settlement amount of $125K (settlement authority up to $150K)
MCSO Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS) Local Board
The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office PSPRS Local Board will meet to approve minutes, discuss a continuance request and possible review of an independent medical exam for Josh Fortner's ordinary disability action, and vote on membership for six new employees. The board may also enter executive session for personnel and legal matters. The agenda includes routine items such as staff updates and public comment.
- Review of continuance request and possible IME review for Josh Fortner's Ordinary Disability action
- Approval of PSPRS membership for Andrew Robert Fritz, Nicolos R. Moore, Nomar Torrecillas, Garrett Wesley Dawson, Carlos Ernesto Rocha, and Jorge Alejandro Verdugo Corrales
- Approval of regular minutes from May 9, 2022 meeting
- Introduction of Gladys Lewandowski-Romero as HR Analyst and future Local Board Secretary
- Next meeting scheduled for July 5, 2022 at 11:00 a.m.
MCSO Correctional Officer Retirement Plan (CORP) Local Board
The CORP Local Board will consider whether to continue retirement pension benefits for four retired members who returned to work as detention officers, and will vote on five new membership applications. The board will also approve minutes from the May 3 meeting and hear public comments.
- Approval of pension continuation for Cynthia M. Garcia, Roy Powell, Kory Beckwith, and Agustin Delgado
- New membership applications: Andrew Robert Fritz, Dale Victor Nsagane, Ashley Reene Reynolds (effective May 16)
- New membership applications: William Garrett Porter (pre-existing condition noted) and Daphne Villela Herrera (effective May 23)
- Approval of May 3, 2022 meeting minutes
- Call to the public with 2-3 minute comment limit
The Corrections Officer Retirement Plan Local Board approved the May 3, 2022 minutes, four rehires of retired members, and five new membership applications. No executive session was held, and no public comments were made.
- Approved May 3, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved rehire of Cynthia M. Garcia as Detention Officer (unanimous)
- Approved rehire of Roy Powell as Detention Officer (unanimous)
- Approved rehire of Kory Beckwith as Detention Officer (unanimous)
- Approved rehire of Agustin Delgado as Detention Officer (unanimous)
- Approved membership for Andrew Robert Fritz, Dale Victor Nsagane, Ashley Reene Reynolds (effective May 16, 2022) (unanimous)
- Approved membership for William Garrett Porter and Daphne Villela Herrera (effective May 23, 2022) (unanimous)
Planning & Development items for the Board of Supervisors' agenda
The Board of Supervisors is meeting to consider several planning and zoning items. The agenda consists of staff reports for five specific case files.
- Case MCP2020003
- Case Z2021118
- Case Z2022015
- Case 22022058
- Cases DMP2021001 and 22021050
Merit Systems Commission
The Maricopa County Merit Systems Commission will meet by phone to consider several law enforcement personnel matters, including approving the exam process and weights for Law Enforcement Sergeant, appointing exam monitors and panel assessors, and extending the Law Enforcement Captain promotional register. The public may call in to listen and comment during the public comment period.
- Approval of exam process and exam weights for Law Enforcement Sergeant
- Approval of Examination Monitors for Law Enforcement Sergeant Recruitment
- Approval of panel members to serve as assessors for the Law Enforcement Sergeant Assessment Center
- Approval of extension of Law Enforcement Captain promotional register (eligible list)
Audit Advisory Committee
The Maricopa County Citizens Audit Advisory Committee is holding a virtual meeting to approve prior minutes and receive updates on internal audit, Auditor General activities, and finance/budget matters. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific action items or dollar amounts listed.
- Approval of minutes from January 19, 2022 meeting
- Internal Audit Update by Mike McGee
- Auditor General Update by Michelle Walters
- Finance/Budget Update by Bridget Harper
The Citizens Audit Advisory Committee unanimously approved the January 19, 2022 meeting minutes. Members received updates on internal audit activities, including the FY23 risk assessment and draft audit plan, and heard from the Auditor General's office about four issued county reports. No other formal decisions were made.
- Approved January 19, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Smart Savings Committee (Deferred Compensation)
The Smart Savings Committee (Deferred Compensation) will hold a regular quarterly meeting, starting with an executive session to seek legal advice on contracts. In open session, members will approve minutes, review investment performance reports from Sageview and Nationwide Retirement Solutions, consider adding a fund to TIPS, and vote on paying NAGCDA conference fees from the Revenue Account. Public comments are limited to 3 minutes per person.
- Executive session for legal advice on contracts subject to negotiation
- Approval of minutes from March 10, 2022 regular quarterly meeting
- Sageview investment performance report and watch list review
- Consider adding a fund to TIPS
- Approval to pay NAGCDA conference fees from Revenue Account
The Smart Savings Committee approved adding the Fidelity Inflation Protected Bond Index (FIPDX) to the 457 plan's fund lineup, replacing the previously approved Schwab TIPS Index Fund that was unavailable on Nationwide's platform. The committee also approved paying 2022 NAGCDA conference fees for one member from the Revenue Reimbursement Account. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports on investment performance and market updates.
- Approved adding Fidelity Inflation Protected Bond Index (FIPDX) to plan lineup (7-0)
- Approved paying 2022 NAGCDA conference fees from Revenue Reimbursement Account (7-0)
- Approved March 10, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
Ryan White Planning Council - Training, Education and Membership (TEAM) Committee
The committee will discuss training, membership attendance, and recruitment campaigns. It will also review the Ryan White Part A Program updates and the upcoming Scope of Work.
- RWHAP Part A Recipient Update
- Planning Council Training and New Member Orientation
- Membership Recruitment Campaign development
- Review of Membership Application Process
- Scope of Work & Planning Council Activity Timelines review
The TEAM Committee approved the March 29, 2022 minutes unanimously and moved the membership application of Tashawn Blount to the full Planning Council for approval. The committee also discussed updates on eligibility changes, training programs, and membership recruitment, but took no other formal votes.
- Approved March 29, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Moved Tashawn Blount's membership application to full Planning Council (unanimous)
Flood Control Advisory Board
The Flood Control Advisory Board will consider approving the March 23, 2022 minutes and discuss challenges in delivering flood control infrastructure projects. The Board of Directors has asked the advisory board to examine why projects are not moving forward and to recommend improvements to the Capital Improvement Program and Small Project Assistance Program by September 30, 2022. The agenda also includes comments from the director, a summary of recent Board actions, and public comments.
- Approval of March 23, 2022 meeting minutes
- Review of flood control infrastructure project delivery challenges and opportunities
- Partner survey cites difficulty meeting 50% cost share, limited eligible project types, and in-kind expenses not credited
- Board of Directors requests recommendations by September 30, 2022
- Comments from the Director and public
The Flood Control Advisory Board approved the March 23, 2022 minutes and discussed a request from the Board of Directors to examine why flood control projects are not moving forward. The board will work with cities and towns to identify causes and recommend improvements to the Capital Improvement Program and Small Project Assistance Program by September 30, 2022. No formal action was taken on the study request.
- Approved minutes of March 23, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
- Discussed request to study project delivery challenges and provide recommendations by Sept 30, 2022
Ryan White Planning Council – Standards and Rules (STAR) Committee
The STaR Committee approved the March 29, 2022 minutes unanimously and began reviewing the Housing Services Service Standards, making several updates to align with HRSA definitions. The committee decided to leave the first-month rental assistance language as written, clarified the $1,700 cap for short-term rental assistance, and updated outcome measures and indicators. Reviews of the Substance Use Services and Psychosocial Services standards were tabled for the next meeting.
- Approved March 29, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
- Updated Housing Services Service Standards to match HRSA definitions
- Left first-month rental assistance language as written
- Clarified $1,700 cap for short-term rental assistance is annual
- Changed housing indicators to read 'or maintaining stable housing'
- Updated first month's rent outcome measures and numerator
- Tabled Substance Use Services standard review
- Tabled Psychosocial Services standard review
Board of Adjustment/Drainage Review Board
The Maricopa Board of Adjustment/Drainage Review Board is meeting to consider seven staff reports (BA2022012, BA2022006, BA2022011, BA2022013, BA2022016, BA2021048, BA2022014). The agenda includes public hearings and decisions on these cases, with supporting documents and handouts. This is a regular meeting focused on individual land-use and zoning matters.
- BA2021048 includes opposition and support handouts
- BA2022014 includes support letters
- Seven staff reports on the agenda
The Board of Adjustment approved four variances on the consent agenda and one on the regular agenda, all by 4-0 votes. A variance for a mare motel exceeding lot coverage was continued to June 23, 2022, pending further review.
- Approved consent agenda variances BA2022006, BA2022011, BA2022013, BA2022016 (4-0)
- Approved variance BA2021048 for reduced front setback and hillside disturbance (4-0)
- Continued BA2022014 (mare motel lot coverage) to June 23, 2022 (4-0)
- Approved April 14, 2022 minutes as written
Planning & Development items for the Board of Supervisors' agenda
The meeting includes the review of multiple staff reports regarding planning and development items. The agenda consists of various case numbers including $2020015, $2021036, 22021038, 22021136, 22021155, and CPA2021009.
- Staff Report $2020015
- Staff Report $2021036
- Staff Report 22021038
- Staff Report 22021136
- Staff Report 22021155
Self-Insured Risk Trust Fund Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to conduct department updates and review minutes from March 16, 2022. The agenda includes an executive session for the review of pending claims and litigation.
- Vote to enter Executive Session
- Risk Management review of pending claims and litigation
- Approval of Executive and Open Session Minutes for March 16, 2022
- Department Updates by Kathleen Kolm
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Maricopa Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting to review and discuss five staff reports on development applications, including case MCP2020003 and several others (22021118, 22022015, 22022058, 22021155). The agenda includes a handout memo opposing case 22021155. The meeting is held via GoToWebinar, with user guides and staff reports provided as documents.
- Review of case MCP2020003 staff report
- Review of case 22021118 staff report
- Review of case 22022015 staff report
- Review of case 22022058 staff report
- Case 22021155 includes opposition handout memo
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the consent agenda (4 items) and the regular agenda item Z2021155, all with conditions. The consent agenda included a military compatibility permit for Freedom Boat & RV Storage, a zone change for the Shappell Family Project, a special use permit modification for Arlington Valley Solar Energy, and a zone change for 55th & Baseline. The regular item approved a major amendment to the IND-2 IUPD development standards for the Indicap industrial park, allowing a building height increase to 49 feet and other modifications. All votes were unanimous (9-0 for consent, 8-0 for the regular item, with Chairman Lindblom recused).
- Approved consent agenda MCP2020003 (Freedom Boat & RV Storage) with conditions (9-0)
- Approved consent agenda Z2021118 (Shappell Family Project zone change) with conditions (9-0)
- Approved consent agenda Z2022015 (Arlington Valley Solar Energy SUP modification) with conditions (9-0)
- Approved consent agenda Z2022058 (55th & Baseline zone change) with conditions (9-0)
- Approved Z2021155 (Indicap industrial park major amendment) with conditions (8-0, Chairman recused)
Ryan White Planning Council - Training, Education and Membership (TEAM) Committee
The Training, Education and Membership (TEAM) Committee is meeting for a training seminar and new member orientation. The agenda states that no business of the public body will be discussed and no legal action will be proposed or taken.
- New member orientation
- Review of recent committee activity
The Training, Education and Membership (TEAM) Committee conducted a new member orientation session covering Ryan White funding, Planning Council roles, and member expectations. No formal decisions or votes were recorded; the meeting was informational and procedural.
Ryan White Planning Council - Training, Education and Membership (TEAM) Committee
The committee is meeting for a training and orientation session for new members. The agenda states that no business of the public body will be discussed and no legal action will be taken during this training.
- New Member Orientation
The Training, Education and Membership (TEAM) Committee meeting on May 10, 2022, consisted solely of a new member orientation session. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded. The orientation covered Ryan White funding, Planning Council roles, and member expectations.
MCSO Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS) Local Board
The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office PSPRS Local Board is meeting to reconsider an Ordinary Disability action for Josh Vanderah, previously approved on March 1, 2022, after a request from PSPRS. The board will also approve new memberships and discuss routine staff updates. The meeting replaces a cancelled May 3 session due to lack of quorum.
- Re-review and reconsideration of Ordinary Disability action for Josh Vanderah
- Approval of new PSPRS memberships: Chad Edward Myers (effective 4/11/2022), Duane Alexander Evinrude (4/19/2022), Justin Drew Trueax and Harman Singh Hundal (4/25/2022)
- Executive session authorized for personnel, confidential records, and legal advice
- Staff updates: April retirements/terminations, IME for Josh Fortner, new HR Analyst hired
The board approved an ordinary disability application for Deputy Joshua Vanderah, with 3 ayes and one abstention. It also approved new memberships for four individuals and the minutes from the April 5, 2022 meeting. The meeting was originally scheduled for May 3 but was cancelled due to lack of quorum and reconvened on May 9.
- Approved ordinary disability for Joshua Vanderah (3-0-1)
- Approved April 5, 2022 board meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved membership for Chad Edward Myers effective April 11, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved membership for Duane Alexander Evinrude effective April 19, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved membership for Justin Drew Trueax effective April 25, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved membership for Harman Singh Hundal effective April 25, 2022 with pre-existing conditions noted (unanimous)
Planning & Development items for the Board of Supervisors' agenda
The provided documents consist of several planning and zoning reports for the May 4, 2022 meeting. No specific project details, street names, or dollar amounts are contained within the text provided.
MCSO Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS) Local Board
The Board will discuss a request for re-review of an Ordinary Disability action regarding Josh Vanderah. Members will also vote on approving several new memberships into the retirement system.
- Re-review of Ordinary Disability action for Josh Vanderah
- Membership approval for Chad Edward Myers effective April 11, 2022
- Membership approval for Duane Alexander Evinrude effective April 19, 2022
- Membership approval for Justin Drew Trueax and Harman Singh Hundal effective April 25, 2022
MCSO Correctional Officer Retirement Plan (CORP) Local Board
The CORP Local Board will vote on a surviving spouse benefit, whether to continue pension benefits for three rehired retirees, and new membership applications. It will also approve minutes and may hold an executive session for legal and personnel matters.
- Approval of $5,356.94 surviving spouse benefit for Barbara Mason, retroactive to January
- Decisions on pension continuation for rehired retirees Rosa Cosby, Katherina Brokschmidt, and Roy Powell
- New membership applications for six individuals, effective April 11 and April 26, 2022
- Approval of April 5, 2022 meeting minutes
The board approved a surviving spouse benefit application for Barbara Mason, widow of retired Detention Officer Captain James Mason, in the amount of $5,356.94 retroactive to January. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the April 5, 2022 meeting. No executive session was held.
- Approved April 5, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved surviving spouse benefit for Barbara Mason: $5,356.94 retro to January
Flood Control Advisory Board
The Flood Control Advisory Board of Maricopa County will not hold its regular meeting on April 27, 2022, because there are no action items for consideration. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for May 25, 2022.
- Regular meeting cancelled due to no action items
- Next meeting scheduled for May 25, 2022
Ryan White Planning Council
The Ryan White Planning Council will review and vote on recommendations from the HIV Housing Coalition, including collaborations and housing fund prioritization. They will also review and approve final allocations based on the actual HRSA award amount, and consider updates from various committees. The meeting includes routine items like minutes review, chair updates, and public comment.
- Vote on HIV Housing Coalition recommendations (7 items, including housing fund prioritization)
- Review and approve final allocations based on actual HRSA award amount
- Review and approve draft bylaws (sent 4/11/2022)
- Review Part A expenditure reports and reallocation requests
- Review interim Memorandum of Understanding
The Planning Council approved revised bylaws, endorsed 7 HIV Housing Coalition recommendations, and forwarded two new member applications to the Board of Supervisors. The council also approved the February 22, 2022 minutes and appointed committee leadership. No allocation decisions were made, as the grant award notice is expected in late May.
- Approved February 22, 2022 minutes as amended (unanimous)
- Approved M. Kramer as CHPS Chair and E. Eason as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
- Endorsed 7 HIV Housing Coalition recommendations (unanimous)
- Forwarded Terros Health and Native Health membership applications to Board of Supervisors (unanimous)
- Approved Guiding Principles for Allocations Decisions with revisions (unanimous)
- Approved revised bylaws for Legal Council review and Board of Supervisors approval (unanimous)
Benefit Board of Trustees
The Maricopa County Self-Insured Benefits Trust Fund Board of Trustees will review financial statements and forecasts, discuss COVID-19 spending, and vote on two action items: a technical adjustment to 2022 premium contribution rates and recommended plan changes for calendar year 2023. The meeting is held via Microsoft Teams only.
- March YTD financial review and full-year 2022/2023 forecast presentation
- COVID-19 financial summary by year incurred (vaccines, testing, treatment)
- Vote on technical adjustment to Plan Year 2022 premium contribution rates, effective July 1, 2022
- Vote on recommended plan changes for Plan/Calendar Year 2023
- Possible executive session for legal advice
The Benefits Trust Fund Board approved technical adjustments to 2022 premium contribution rates and changes to the 2023 health and welfare benefits program, both to be submitted to the Board of Supervisors. The board also approved the February 22, 2022 meeting minutes. Discussions covered financial reviews, COVID-19 spending, and a projected 6.5% increase in medical costs.
- Approved February 22, 2022 meeting minutes (3-0)
- Approved technical adjustments to 2022 premium contribution rates effective July 1, 2022 (4-0)
- Approved changes to CY 2023 health and welfare benefits program (4-0)
Board of Health
The agenda is procedural boilerplate. It notes that Finance Committee items will be covered during the Board of Health meeting at 3:00pm.
Board of Health
The Board of Health will review financial updates for Public Health and Environmental Services. The agenda includes a recommendation regarding air quality rule revisions and several fee waiver applications.
- FY23 budget request recommendations to the Board of Supervisors
- Maricopa County Transfer Station Green Waste Fees (EROP Case ES-2022-001)
- Twenty-seven Environmental Services Dept. fee waiver applications
- Proposed revisions to Air Quality Rule 270 (Performance Tests)
- FY22 3rd Quarter financial updates for Public Health and Environmental Services
The Board of Health unanimously recommended approval of the FY23 budget requests for Public Health and Environmental Services to the Board of Supervisors. It also approved the EROP process for changing green waste fees at transfer stations, approved 27 permit fee waivers, and recommended revisions to Air Quality Rule 270. The meeting included informational updates on finances, heat-related deaths, and COVID-19.
- Recommended FY23 Public Health budget to Board of Supervisors (unanimous)
- Recommended FY23 Environmental Services budget to Board of Supervisors (unanimous)
- Approved EROP process for Maricopa County Transfer Station Green Waste Fees (unanimous)
- Approved 27 permit fee waiver applications (unanimous)
- Recommended revisions to Air Quality Rule 270 (Performance Tests) (passed, 1 nay)
Ryan White Planning Council - Executive Committee
The Executive Committee of the Ryan White Planning Council will meet to review minutes, receive updates from committees and the recipient's office, and potentially vote on bylaws, final allocations based on the HRSA award, and the Planning Council budget. The agenda includes routine administrative items and public comment periods.
- Review and approve final allocations based on actual HRSA/HAB award amount
- Negotiate Planning Council budget with recipient, including travel decisions
- Review draft Planning Council bylaws (sent 4/11/2022)
- Review Part A expenditure reports and reallocation requests
- Review interim Memorandum of Understanding
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Planning and Zoning Commission is meeting to review staff reports for three items: 22021136, Z2021038, and Z2021118. One item, Z2021118, has a continuance request to move its hearing to May 12, 2022. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no details on the substance of the items provided in the agenda text.
- Review of staff report for item 22021136
- Review of staff report for item Z2021038
- Review of staff report for item Z2021118
- Continuance request for Z2021118 to 5/12/22 PZ hearing
Planning & Development items for the Board of Supervisors' agenda
The Board of Supervisors will review several planning and development matters. The agenda includes staff reports regarding multiple case numbers including DMP2021004, 22021141, 22021044, and 22021034.
- DMP2021004 staff report review
- 22021141 staff report review
- 22021044 staff report and opposition handout memo review
- 22021034 staff report review
Self-Insured Risk Trust Fund Board of Trustees
The Self-Insured Risk Trust Fund Board of Trustees is meeting virtually to discuss and act on routine matters, including a review of pending claims and litigation, approval of prior meeting minutes, and department updates. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or financial actions listed.
- Review of pending claims and litigation by Claims Manager Shannon Murphy
- Approval of executive and open session minutes for March 16, 2022
- Public comments limited to 3 minutes per person
- Possible executive session for legal advice on listed matters
Transportation Advisory Board
The Maricopa County Transportation Advisory Board is meeting to receive reports from the MCDOT Director and branch managers on current issues, planning projects, and intelligent transportation systems. The board will also approve the minutes from the February 15, 2022 meeting. No votes on specific projects or contracts are scheduled.
- Approve February 15, 2022 regular meeting minutes
- Director's update on current issues and events affecting MCDOT
- Systems Planning Branch update on planning projects and studies
- Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Branch update on projects and studies
The Transportation Advisory Board heard updates on MCDOT's new Notify MCDOT system, the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, and significant construction cost increases. Several projects received bids far exceeding engineer estimates, including Vulture Mountain Rec Area ($6.3M over), McKellips Road ($22.7M over), and Sun City West Canal Crossing ($5.8M over). The board approved the minutes of the February 15, 2022 meeting unanimously.
- Approved minutes of February 15, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
- Heard update on Notify MCDOT system launching May 3
- Heard update on Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act funding opportunities
- Noted construction cost increases: concrete rising from under $100 to $160 per yard
- Reported Vulture Mountain Rec Area bid $6.3M (36%) over estimate
- Reported McKellips Road bid $22.7M (57%) over estimate
- Reported Sun City West Canal Crossing bid $5.8M (167%) over estimate
- Heard update on Loop 101 Mobility Project, adaptive signals to turn on June 2022
Flood Control District Stakeholder Group
The Flood Control District of Maricopa County's Flood Stakeholder Group will not hold its regular meeting on April 14, 2022. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 14, 2022. This notice is purely procedural and contains no agenda items.
- Regular meeting cancelled for April 14, 2022
- Next regular meeting scheduled for July 14, 2022
Board of Adjustment/Drainage Review Board
The Maricopa County Board of Adjustment and Drainage Review Board is meeting to consider four variance applications (BA2022007, BA2022008, BA2022010, BA2021056). The agenda includes staff reports and a handout memo of opposition for one case. Public hearings will be conducted via GoToWebinar.
- BA2022007 variance request with opposition memo
- BA2022008 variance request
- BA2022010 variance request
- BA2021056 variance request
The Board of Adjustment approved all four variance requests on the agenda, including two on the consent agenda and two on the regular agenda. All approvals were unanimous (4-0). The board also approved the March 17, 2022 minutes as written.
- Approved consent agenda BA2022008 (Ticknor Property) with conditions (4-0)
- Approved consent agenda BA2022010 (Wedra Property) with condition (4-0)
- Approved BA2022007 (Hood Property) variance for 10-foot street-side setback (4-0)
- Approved BA2021056 (Aloisio Property) variance for 5-foot rear and side setbacks (4-0)
- Approved March 17, 2022 minutes as written
Planning & Development items for the Board of Supervisors' agenda
The agenda consists of several staff reports regarding planning and zoning items. The specific details of these proposals are contained within the individual attached documents.
- Staff Report $2021022
- Staff Report $2021023
- Staff Report $2021025
- Staff Report $2021026
- Staff Report $2021027
MCSO Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS) Local Board
The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office PSPRS Local Board will meet to consider disability retirement applications and approve new PSPRS memberships. The board may also enter executive session for personnel and legal matters, but will act on items in open session. The agenda includes routine approval of prior minutes and staff updates.
- Possible action on accidental disability applications for Patrick Arend, Danny Beaver, and Darryl Johnson
- Receipt of accidental disability retirement application for Joshua Fortner
- Approval of PSPRS membership for Clayton Wellington Tymeson, Stephen Alexander Perez, Joshua Girard Lyons, Alberto Pantoja, and Jonathan Florenio Lopez-Garcilazo
- Approval of regular minutes from March 1, 2022 meeting
- Call to the public with 2-3 minute comment limit
The MCSO PSPRS Local Board approved accidental disability retirements for Patrick Arend, Danny Beaver, and Darryl Johnson based on IME reports, and approved sending Deputy Josh Fortner for a PTSD-focused IME. The board also approved new memberships for five individuals with noted pre-existing conditions. All motions passed unanimously.
- Approved accidental disability retirement for Patrick Arend (unanimous)
- Approved accidental disability retirement for Danny Beaver (unanimous)
- Approved accidental disability retirement for Darryl Johnson (unanimous)
- Approved sending Deputy Josh Fortner for PTSD IME (unanimous)
- Approved memberships for Tymeson, Perez, Lyons, Pantoja, Lopez-Garcilazo (unanimous)
MCSO Correctional Officer Retirement Plan (CORP) Local Board
The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office Corrections Officer Retirement Plan Local Board will meet to approve the regular meeting minutes, a designated beneficiary payment, and new membership applications. The board may also enter executive session to discuss personnel, confidential records, and legal matters, but will act on items in open session.
- Approval of $47,211.80 CORP contribution payment to Ernestine McGee, beneficiary of deceased Detention Officer Kimberly Magee
- Approval of seven new membership applications with effective dates in February and March 2022
- Approval of March 1, 2022 meeting minutes
- Staff update on March 2022 retirements/terminations (information only)
The Corrections Officer Retirement Plan Local Board approved a designated beneficiary benefit of $47,211.80 to Ernestine McGee, mother of deceased Detention Officer Kimberly Magee. The board also approved seven new memberships for detention officers with various effective dates. Minutes from the March 1, 2022 meeting were approved unanimously, and no executive session was held.
- Approved March 1, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved $47,211.80 beneficiary payment to Ernestine McGee (unanimous)
- Approved membership for Rocio Elizabeth Cardenas, Taylor Matthew Heaps, Juan Damian Arguilez effective Feb 28, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved membership for Jazmineanne V. Arriola and Laura L. Alfaro Dimas effective Mar 7, 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved membership for Brandon Joseph Parz and Cameron James Ramos effective Mar 21, 2022 (unanimous)
Ryan White Planning Council - Training, Education and Membership (TEAM) Committee
The committee will review planning council training, membership attendance, and the membership matrix for federal compliance. Members will also discuss a membership recruitment campaign and the current membership application process.
- Review of Planning Council Transition Plan Update
- Discussion of New Member Orientation and Mentor Program updates
- Review of Membership Matrix for federal mandate compliance
- Development of a Membership Recruitment Campaign
- Review of Scope of Work and Planning Council Activity Timelines
The TEAM Committee unanimously recommended Matthew "Matt" Balbarino and Cedric "CJ" Macintosh for Planning Council membership as Terros Health's Primary and Alternate Provider Members. The committee also voted 6-1 (with one abstention) to proceed with developing methods to enhance participation of Part A consumers who are not Planning Council members. The committee approved the January 25, 2021 minutes unanimously.
- Recommended Matthew Balbarino and Cedric Macintosh for Planning Council membership (unanimous)
- Approved January 25, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
- Voted to proceed on methods to enhance Part A consumer participation (6-1, one abstention)
Ryan White Planning Council – Standards and Rules (STAR) Committee
The Standards and Rules (STaR) Committee of the Ryan White Planning Council will review and potentially vote on updates to service standards for substance abuse, psychosocial services, and housing, as well as the council's bylaws. The committee will also receive updates on the RWHAP Part A program, including a policy clarification notice and a transition plan, and review the scope of work and activity timeline for the upcoming grant year. Public comment is scheduled.
- Review of Substance Abuse service standard for possible updates
- Review of Psychosocial Services service standard for possible updates
- Review of Housing Services service standard for possible updates
- Review of Planning Council Bylaws
- Review of Scope of Work and Planning Council Activity Timeline for upcoming grant year
The STaR Committee unanimously approved the revised Planning Council Bylaws and will submit them to the full Planning Council for review, pending formatting review from the Recipient's office. The committee also approved the January 25, 2022 minutes and extended the meeting by 10 minutes. All other agenda items, including reviews of Substance Use, Psychosocial, and Housing Services service standards, were tabled to the next meeting.
- Approved January 25, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved bylaws with suggested revisions for submission to Planning Council (unanimous)
- Extended meeting by 10 minutes (unanimous)
- Tabled review of Substance Use Services service standard
- Tabled review of Psychosocial Services service standard
- Tabled review of Housing Services service standard
Planning & Zoning Commission
The commission will conduct public hearings regarding several staff reports. The agenda includes items identified as $2021018, DMP2021004, and 22021141.
- Public hearing for item $2021018
- Public hearing for item DMP2021004
- Public hearing for item 22021141
The Maricopa County Planning and Zoning Commission approved a major amendment to the Hidden Waters Ranch Development Master Plan (DMP2021004) and a corresponding zone change (Z2021141) to rezone approximately 200 acres from residential to industrial (IND-2 PAD). Both items were approved unanimously (7-0) with conditions. The commission also approved the Rose Estates preliminary plat for a 601-lot residential subdivision on the consent agenda (7-0).
- Approved DMP2021004 Hidden Waters Ranch DMP major amendment (7-0)
- Approved Z2021141 zone change to IND-2 PAD (7-0)
- Approved S2021018 Rose Estates preliminary plat (7-0)
Flood Control Advisory Board
The Flood Control Advisory Board will vote on endorsing the District's proposed Fiscal Year 2023 operating and capital budgets, totaling $117 million in expenditures, including $58.7 million for capital projects. The board will also hear updates on Gila Bend flood recovery efforts and recent actions by the Board of Directors. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comments.
- FY2023 budget: $82.4M revenue, $117M expenditures, including $58.7M for capital projects
- McMicken Dam Rehabilitation Phase 1 ($23M) and Phase 2 construction start in 2023
- Rawhide Wash Drainage Improvements ($18M, 50% FCD, 40% Phoenix, 10% Scottsdale)
- Gila Bend: Scott Avenue Wash repairs (~$1M), floodprone property purchases (~$2M), levee design (~$20M)
- Floodplain permits: 575 applications in 2021, 381 permits granted
The Flood Control Advisory Board unanimously approved the minutes from December 1, 2021, and endorsed the District's proposed Fiscal Year 2023 operating and grant budgets, along with the Fiscal Year 2023-2027 Capital Improvement and Major Maintenance Program. The endorsement covers funds 989, 990, and 991, with a total requested expenditure of $116,998,625 for FY2023. The board also discussed program highlights and recent Board of Directors actions, but no other formal decisions were made.
- Approved minutes of December 1, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
- Endorsed FY2023 operating and grant budgets and FY2023-2027 capital program (unanimous)
Board of Adjustment/Drainage Review Board
The Maricopa Board of Adjustment/Drainage Review Board is meeting to consider four items: three Board of Adjustment cases (BA2022003, BA2021022, BA2022009) and one use permit (TU2022008). The agenda includes staff reports and a handout for one case, but no details are provided in the agenda text itself. The meeting will be conducted via GoToWebinar, with a user guide attached.
- BA2022003 staff report and handout
- BA2021022 staff report
- BA2022009 staff report
- TU2022008 staff report
The Board of Adjustment approved a consent agenda granting three variances for properties in Districts 2 and 3, and denied a temporary use permit for a 3-day dental seminar at a residential property in the Scottsdale area. The denial was unanimous (3-0) after board members and neighbors raised concerns about commercial activity in a residential zone and noise impacts.
- Approved consent agenda with variances for Hild, Danielson, and PCG Residential properties (3-0)
- Approved BA2022003: front setback variance to 22 ft and hillside disturbance of 2,069 sq ft for APN 211-71-008F
- Approved BA2021022: hillside disturbance up to 5,274 sq ft and 40-ft rear yard for APN 203-13-045C
- Approved BA2022009: 18-ft south and 11-ft north setback lines for APN 220-39-037
- Denied TU2022008: temporary use permit for 3-day seminar at 30505 N. 136th St. (3-0)
Maricopa County Local Emergency Planning Committee (MCLEPC) December 15 VIRTUAL
The Maricopa County Local Emergency Planning Committee is meeting to review National Response Center reports and the progress of the LEPC Plan update. The body will also discuss the 2022 LEPC Exercise and membership updates.
- Vote on approval of December 15, 2021 meeting minutes
- Discussion of National Response Center (NRC) Reports for January 2022 – March 2022
- Progress update on the LEPC Plan
- Planning for the 2022 LEPC Exercise
- Planning for guest speakers
The Maricopa County Local Emergency Planning Committee met virtually and approved the minutes from its previous meeting. Members discussed updating the county hazard plan this year, with several volunteers stepping up to assist. The committee also discussed conducting a functional exercise in 2022 and planning guest speakers for future meetings.
- Approved meeting minutes of Mar 16, 2022 (motion by Mike Branham, seconded by Jonathan Patneau)
- Adjourned meeting at 1:45 PM (motion by Kim Campbell, seconded by Jamie Beauvais)
Self-Insured Risk Trust Fund Board of Trustees
The Maricopa County Self-Insured Risk Trust Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss and act on risk management matters, including a request for settlement authority in a pending lawsuit. The board will also receive updates on insurance renewals, a project update (A2234), and the department's strategic plan. The meeting includes an executive session for legal advice and review of claims and litigation.
- Request for Settlement Authority in Rodriguez v. Felix et.al., CV-20-00344-PHX-DLR, GL511119004190
- Review of pending claims and litigation
- Insurance renewals update
- A2234 update
- Approval of minutes from January 19, 2022
The Board of Trustees approved insurance renewals for crime, cyber, and public entity liability coverage, totaling $3,915,595.26 in premiums. The public entity liability premium increased 80% over the expiring year, while cyber rose 42% and crime rose 5%. The board also received updates on Policy A2234 implementation, the department strategic plan, and a filled workers' compensation adjuster vacancy.
- Approved insurance renewals totaling $3,915,595.26 (crime, cyber, public entity liability)
- Approved Executive and Open Session Minutes from Jan. 19, 2022
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Maricopa Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting to review staff reports and public comments on four development applications. The agenda includes public hearings and decisions on these cases, with opposition memos submitted for two of them and revised conditions for another.
- Case 22021115 staff report
- Case Z2021034 staff report and opposition memo
- Case 22021123 staff report and opposition memo
- Case 22021111 staff report and revised conditions memo
Smart Savings Committee (Deferred Compensation)
The committee is reviewing investment performance reports from Nationwide Retirement Solutions and Sageview. Discussion includes potential actions regarding fund replacements, share class changes, and adding a TIPS fund.
- Nationwide Retirement Solutions Performance Report
- Consider replacement of T. Rowe Price Mid-Cap Growth
- Consider Fidelity Contrafund share class change
- Consider adding a TIPS fund
- Vanguard Target Date Fund share class change and fee reduction
The Smart Savings Committee approved three fund changes: replacing the T. Rowe Price Mid Cap Growth fund with JP Morgan Mid Cap Growth, moving Fidelity Contrafund to a lower-cost K6 share class, and adding the Schwab TIPS Index Fund. The committee also approved the November 16, 2021 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved replacing T. Rowe Price Mid Cap Growth with JP Morgan Mid Cap Growth (unanimous)
- Approved changing Fidelity Contrafund to K6 share class (unanimous)
- Approved adding Schwab TIPS Index Fund to plan lineup (unanimous)
- Approved November 16, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Planning & Development items for the Board of Supervisors' agenda
The Board of Supervisors is meeting to review planning and zoning reports. The agenda includes staff reports for cases Z2021037, Z2021149, DMP2021001, and 22021050.
- Staff report for Z2021037
- Staff report for Z2021149
- Staff report for DMP2021001
- Staff report for 22021050
MCSO Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS) Local Board
The MCSO PSPRS Local Board approved an Ordinary Disability Retirement for Josh Vanderah based on an IME report, and approved a designated beneficiary benefit for the mother of deceased Deputy Shari Garner. The board also approved a new membership for Sean Guthrie and the minutes from the February 1, 2022 meeting. Staff updates noted the appointment of Larry Pickard and no action on other items.
- Approved February 1, 2022 board meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinary Disability Retirement for Josh Vanderah (unanimous)
- Approved designated beneficiary benefit to Shirley Garner for Deputy Shari Garner (unanimous)
- Approved membership for Sean Guthrie with pre-existing conditions (unanimous)
MCSO Correctional Officer Retirement Plan (CORP) Local Board
The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office Corrections Officer Retirement Plan Local Board met to approve a survivor benefit payment and process new membership applications. The board also reviewed staff updates regarding board appointments and the upcoming meeting schedule. No major policy changes or budget decisions were listed on the agenda.
- Approval of $872.93 Surviving Spouse Benefits for Ms. Jeanette Christensen
- Approval of membership applications for seven officers effective between Jan 31 and Feb 28, 2022
- Note that two new members, Samuel Collins and Sallia Kanneh, have pre-existing conditions
- Appointment of Larry Pickard as the new citizen board member for 2022
- Confirmation that Casey Blais's term as an appointed board member has ended
Flood Control Advisory Board
The Flood Control Advisory Board of Maricopa County will not hold its regular meeting on Wednesday, February 23, 2022, because there are no action items for board consideration. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for Wednesday, March 23, 2022.
- Regular meeting cancelled due to no action items
- Next meeting scheduled for March 23, 2022
Planning & Development items for the Board of Supervisors' agenda
The Board of Supervisors will review several planning and zoning items. One item includes a request to continue a matter until March 9, 2022.
- Continuance request for DMP2021001 and 22021050 to 3-9-22
- Review of staff report 22021096
- Review of staff report 22021129
- Review of staff report 22021090
Ryan White Planning Council
The Ryan White Planning Council for the Phoenix EMA will meet to review minutes, receive updates from the Chair and Recipient's Office, and hear committee reports. Votes may be taken on the memorandum of understanding extension, new member applications, and the 2022-2023 meeting schedule. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions listed.
- Request extension for the Memorandum of Understanding
- Allocations and Expenditures update from Recipient's Office
- Votes on new member applications and membership renewals
- Review and approve 2022-2023 meeting schedule
- Dental Workgroup update by Randall Furrow
The Planning Council approved a recommendation from the Dental Workgroup to limit dental services to $2,500 per client per year and to remove clients who have not used dental services in a year or longer. The council also approved the RWHAP Part A allocations and expenditures as presented by the Recipient's Office. Additionally, the council approved membership renewals for three members and new applications for two members, and approved the 2022-2023 meeting schedule.
- Approved the RWHAP Part A allocations and expenditures based on the Recipient's Office report (motion by E. Moore, second by D. Elliot; passed unanimously).
- Approved the Dental Workgroup recommendation to limit dental services to $2,500 per year and remove clients who have not used services in a year or longer (motion by R. Furrow, second by D. Lozano; passed unanimously).
- Approved the renewal of memberships for Duvia Lozano, Daniel Iniguez, and Anthony Hoelscher (motion by C. Albrecht, second by E. Moore; passed unanimously).
- Approved the new membership application for Jason Vail Cruz (motion by C. Albrecht, second by C. Quinn; passed unanimously).
- Approved the new membership application for Frank Schaffer (motion by C. Albrecht, second by E. Eason; passed unanimously).
- Approved the 2022-2023 meeting schedule (motion by M. Kramer, second by E. TeKampe; passed unanimously).
Benefit Board of Trustees
The Maricopa County Self-Insured Benefits Trust Fund Board of Trustees will meet to review the FY 2021 audit results, discuss the January year-to-date financials and full-year 2022 forecast, and receive an update on the proposed FY 2023 budget. The meeting is open to the public and includes a call to the public.
- Presentation of Fiscal Year 2021 Audit Report
- January YTD financial review and full-year 2022 forecast
- FY 2023 budget update
- Approval of November 3, 2021 meeting minutes
- Possible executive session for legal advice
The Benefits Trust Fund Board of Trustees approved the November 3, 2021, meeting minutes unanimously. They received the Fiscal Year 2021 audit report, which found no problems with the financial statements. The board also discussed the January 2022 financial review and the proposed FY2023 budget, which includes a 2.5% decrease in estimated employees. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned.
- Approved the November 3, 2021, meeting minutes unanimously.
- Heard the FY2021 audit report with no identified problems.
- Discussed January 2022 financials and FY2023 budget forecast.
- Noted FY2023 budget includes a 2.5% decrease in estimated employees.
- No public comments were received.
- Adjourned the meeting at 11:41 a.m.
Ryan White Planning Council - Executive Committee
The Executive Committee will review previous minutes and receive updates from various committees and workgroups. The committee may also vote on the 2022-2023 meeting schedule and discuss directives for the Recipient’s Office.
- Review of December 13, 2021, summary minutes
- RWHAP Part A Recipient’s Office update on allocations and expenditures
- Dental Workgroup update
- Review and approval of the 2022-2023 meeting schedule
- Discussion of directives between the Planning Council and the Recipient’s Office
Board of Adjustment/Drainage Review Board
The Maricopa Board of Adjustment/Drainage Review Board is meeting on February 17, 2022, to conduct public hearings on four variance applications (BA2021060, BA2021049, BA2021056, BA2021063). The agenda includes staff reports and a handout memo for one case, but no details on the specific requests are provided in the agenda text.
- Public hearing on BA2021060
- Public hearing on BA2021049
- Public hearing on BA2021056
- Public hearing on BA2021063
- Handout memo for BA2021063
The Board of Adjustment approved a variance for the Bloomquist Residence (BA2021060) allowing up to 600 sq. ft. of hillside disturbance, and approved a variance for the Ruggaard Property (BA2021063) permitting a 100% opaque block wall as a pool barrier in the front yard. The Board denied a variance for the Gray Property (BA2021049) for existing hillside disturbance, and continued the Aloisio Property (BA2021056) request for setback variances to the April 14 hearing. The minutes from January 20, 2022, were approved as written.
- Approved BA2021060 (Bloomquist Residence) with condition 'a', permitting a maximum hillside disturbance of 600 sq. ft. outside the principal building envelope (5-0).
- Denied BA2021049 (Gray Property) for a variance to permit existing hillside disturbance of 4,324 sq. ft.; the applicant failed to demonstrate a peculiar condition or undue hardship (4-0-1, Ward abstained).
- Continued BA2021056 (Aloisio Property) to the April 14 hearing; the request for rear and side setback variances for an accessory structure was not decided (4-0).
- Approved BA2021063 (Ruggaard Property) with condition 'a', permitting a 100% opaque block wall as a pool barrier within the required front yard (5-0).
- Approved the January 20, 2022 minutes as written.
Self-Insured Risk Trust Fund Board of Trustees
The Self-Insured Risk Trust Fund Board of Trustees will hold a regular virtual meeting to discuss pending claims and litigation in executive session, then reconvene to hear updates on policy A2234, insurance renewals, and the strategic plan. They will also approve minutes from the January 19, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes public comments and items for the next meeting.
- Executive session for legal advice on pending claims and litigation (A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(3))
- Policy A2234 update presented by Tim Little
- Insurance renewals update by Kathleen Kolm
- Strategic plan update by Jerry Spears
- Approval of January 19, 2022 meeting minutes
Transportation Advisory Board
The Maricopa County Transportation Advisory Board will hold a virtual meeting to discuss and potentially approve the FY 2023-2027 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), which prioritizes transportation projects. The agenda also includes a director's update, approval of previous minutes, and public comment. The meeting is open to the public with options to join online or by phone.
- Approval of October 19, 2021 regular meeting minutes
- Director's update on current issues affecting MCDOT
- Presentation and discussion of FY 2023-2027 TIP project prioritization
- Next meeting scheduled for April 19, 2022
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Maricopa Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting to review staff reports on three rezoning applications (Z2021037, Z2021149, and Z2021115). One case, the rezoning at the southwest corner of Elliot and Tuthill, has a request for continuance. The agenda also includes a user guide for conducting public hearings via GoToWebinar.
- Review of rezoning case Z2021037
- Review of rezoning case Z2021149
- Review of rezoning case Z2021115
- Request for continuance for rezoning at SWC of Elliot and Tuthill
- GoToWebinar user guide for public hearings
The Maricopa County Planning and Zoning Commission approved two consent agenda items: a zone change for Marrs Corporate Offices (Rural-43 to IND-2 IUPD) and for Marbella Ranch East Phase 2 (Rural-43 to R-5 RUPD), both with conditions. A request for a 30-day continuance for the Elliot Corner Commercial rezoning was granted. The meeting was adjourned after these actions.
- Approved consent agenda Z2021037 (Marrs Corporate Offices) with conditions a-h (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda Z2021149 (Marbella Ranch East Phase 2) with conditions a-j (7-0)
- Granted 30-day continuance for Z2021115 (Elliot Corner Commercial) to March 10 hearing
Planning & Development items for the Board of Supervisors' agenda
The meeting includes several staff reports regarding planning and zoning matters. The specific details of the proposed actions are contained within the provided staff reports.
- Staff Report 22021098
- Staff Report TA2020001
- Staff Report 22021051
Merit Systems Commission
The Maricopa County Merit Systems Commission will hold a telephonic general session to consider approval of the Law Enforcement Sergeant and Lieutenant Registers. The meeting includes a call to the public for comments on the Law Enforcement Officers' Merit System. The commission may also recess into executive session for legal advice.
- Approval of Law Enforcement Sergeant Register
- Approval of Law Enforcement Lieutenant Register
- Public comment period on Law Enforcement Officers' Merit System
- Possible executive session for legal advice
MCSO Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS) Local Board
The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office Public Safety Personnel Retirement System Local Board will meet to discuss and act on several retirement-related items, including accidental disability applications, survivor benefits, and new member enrollments. The board may also convene in executive session for personnel and legal matters, but will act on items in open session.
- Accidental Disability Application for Christopher Vogt (accepted Oct 26, 2021)
- Accidental Disability Retirement applications for Danny Beaver and Deputy Patrick Arend
- Surviving Spouse benefits: $2,960.76 for Betty Westermeyer, $3,017.49 for Carol Shay
- New PSPRS memberships effective Jan 3 and Jan 10, 2022 (four individuals)
- Approval of minutes from January 4, 2022 meeting
The board unanimously approved an accidental disability retirement for Christopher Vogt based on an IME report, and accepted disability applications for two other deputies to undergo PTSD-related IMEs. It also approved surviving spouse benefits for two widows and accepted four new PSPRS memberships. All decisions were unanimous.
- Approved accidental disability retirement for Christopher Vogt (unanimous)
- Accepted Danny Beaver's disability application, sent for PTSD IME (unanimous)
- Accepted Patrick Arend's disability application, sent for PTSD IME (unanimous)
- Approved $2,960.76 monthly surviving spouse benefit for Betty Westermeyer (unanimous)
- Approved $3,017.49 monthly surviving spouse benefit for Carol Shay (unanimous)
- Approved PSPRS memberships for Higuera, Lopez, Magana-Perez, Ramirez (unanimous)
MCSO Correctional Officer Retirement Plan (CORP) Local Board
The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office Corrections Officer Retirement Plan (CORP) Local Board will meet to approve a designated beneficiary payment of $52,976.11 to the son of a deceased detention officer, decide whether a retired member's pension should continue after rehire, and approve new membership applications. The board may also convene in executive session for personnel and legal matters. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and staff updates.
- Approval of $52,976.11 beneficiary payment to Exequiel Datingaling for Detention Officer Herminia Datingaling
- Decision on whether Amy Grimm's retirement pension continues after rehire as Legal Liaison
- Approval of 14 new CORP membership applications with various effective dates
- Executive session for personnel, confidential records, and legal consultation
- Staff update on virtual PSPRS Employer-Local Board Conference on Feb 17, 2022
The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office Corrections Officer Retirement Plan Local Board approved a $52,976.11 death benefit payment to the designated beneficiary of a deceased detention officer, approved the rehiring of a retired member with pension continuation, and accepted 12 new members. All motions passed unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved $52,976.11 death benefit to Exequiel Datingaling (unanimous)
- Approved Amy Grimm's rehire as Legal Liaison with pension continuation (unanimous)
- Approved 12 new CORP memberships effective Dec 2021–Jan 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved January 4, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Maricopa Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting to review three zoning cases (Z2021096, Z2021129, and Z2021090) and will hold public hearings. The agenda includes staff reports and handout memos for these cases. The meeting will be conducted via GoToWebinar.
- Public hearing on zoning case Z2021096
- Public hearing on zoning case Z2021129
- Public hearing on zoning case Z2021090, with handout memo
- GoToWebinar user guide for public hearings
The Maricopa County Planning and Zoning Commission approved a zone change with overlay for a recycling and waste transfer station at WestWing, despite significant public opposition. The commission also approved a special use permit for an RV storage facility and a rezoning for residential lots, with one denial recommendation overruled.
- Approved Z2021090, zone change from IND-2 to IND-3 with overlay for WestWing Recycling & Transfer Station (6-0)
- Approved Z2021096, special use permit for Crossriver RV Storage with conditions (8-0)
- Approved Z2021129, zone change from Rural-43 to R1-35 at 194th St & Riggs Rd (6-2)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Ryan White Planning Council
The Ryan White Planning Council is holding an emergency allocations meeting to review a Reallocations Report from the Recipient's office. The agenda includes welcome, conflict-of-interest declarations, the report, current event summaries, and public comment, with no votes or decisions listed.
- Emergency allocations meeting
- Recipient's Office Reallocations Report
- Call to the public for comments
- Zoom meeting with phone access
Flood Control Advisory Board
The regular meeting scheduled for Wednesday, January 26, 2022, will not take place. There are no action items for the Board to consider at this time.
Planning & Development items for the Board of Supervisors' agenda
The Board of Supervisors is considering planning and zoning items, including two development master plan cases (DMP2021001 and 22021050). The agenda provides staff reports for these items, indicating they will be discussed or decided at the meeting.
- Development master plan case DMP2021001
- Development master plan case 22021050
Ryan White Planning Council - Training, Education and Membership (TEAM) Committee
The committee will review membership attendance, training, and the application process. Discussion includes a recruitment campaign and a review of the membership matrix for federal mandate compliance. A representative will also provide updates regarding the Ryan White Part A Program.
- Review of November 30th, 2021 summary minutes
- RWHAP Part A Recipient Update on Collaborative Research Transition
- New membership application for vote
- Review of Scope of Work and Planning Council Activity Timelines
The TEAM Committee met on January 25, 2022, and approved the minutes from November 30, 2021. The committee voted unanimously to recommend Frank Shaffer's application for Planning Council membership. All other agenda items were discussion-only, including updates on training, recruitment, and the transition of Planning Council support from Collaborative Research.
- Approved November 30, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
- Recommended Frank Shaffer for Planning Council membership (8-0)
Ryan White Planning Council – Standards and Rules (STAR) Committee
The Standards and Rules (STaR) Committee of the Ryan White Planning Council will meet to review and potentially update service standards for substance abuse, psychosocial services, and housing, as well as the council's bylaws. They will also discuss the scope of work and activity timelines for the upcoming grant year. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and public comment.
- Review of Substance Abuse service standard for possible updates
- Review of Psychosocial Services service standard for possible updates
- Review of Housing Services service standard for possible updates
- Review of Planning Council Bylaws
- Discussion of Scope of Work and Planning Council Activity Timeline for upcoming grant year
The STaR Committee met on January 25, 2022, and approved the minutes from November 30, 2021, by unanimous vote. All substantive agenda items—bylaws review, substance use, psychosocial, and housing services standards—were tabled to the next meeting. The committee also received updates on the RWHAP Part A recipient and an upcoming emergency allocations meeting, but took no action on them.
- Approved November 30, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
- Tabled bylaws review vote to next meeting
- Tabled Substance Use Services Service Standard review
- Tabled Psychosocial Services Service Standard review
- Tabled Housing Services Service Standard review
Board of Health
The Board of Health will discuss budget status reports for Public Health and Environmental Services. Members will consider a regulatory change to create mobile source emission reduction credits (MERCs) to assist businesses in ozone nonattainment areas.
- Proposed regulatory change AQ-2021-004 for Rule 205 regarding emission offsets
- Review of 15 fee waiver applications
- FY 2022 Quarter 2 Budget Status Reports for Public Health and Environmental Services
- Report on $27.9 million in ARPA spending through December
The Maricopa County Board of Health approved the initiation of regulatory change for Rule 205 (AQ-2021-004), which would create a mechanism for generating mobile source emission reduction credits (MERCs) for use as emission offsets in ozone nonattainment areas. The board also approved 15 permit fee waiver applications for charitable non-profits and K-12 culinary programs, and unanimously approved the minutes from the October 25, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the remaining agenda items were informational updates.
- Approved initiation of regulatory change for Rule 205 (AQ-2021-004) on mobile source emission reduction credits (unanimous)
- Approved 15 permit fee waiver applications (P1-P13, C1-C2) (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from October 25, 2021 Board of Health meeting (unanimous)
Board of Health
The Finance Committee items are scheduled to be covered during the Board of Health meeting at 3:00 p.m. The agenda contains no specific financial or project details.
Board of Adjustment/Drainage Review Board
The Maricopa Board of Adjustment/Drainage Review Board will hold public hearings on five variance applications (BA2021051, BA2021056, BA2021057, BA2021058, BA2021059). The agenda includes staff reports for each case, but no details are provided in the agenda text itself. The meeting will be conducted via GoToWebinar, with a user guide provided.
- Public hearing on BA2021051
- Public hearing on BA2021056
- Public hearing on BA2021057
- Public hearing on BA2021058
- Public hearing on BA2021059
The Board of Adjustment approved four variances and elected officers for 2022. Chairman Loper and Vice Chair Personne were re-elected. The consent agenda, including variances for Elle Investments, Macanudo Holdings, and Rutherford, was approved unanimously. The regular agenda item, a variance for the Norman Property, was also approved unanimously.
- Approved consent agenda: BA2021051 (lot width variance), BA2021057 (setback and fence variance), BA2021059 (setback variance) (4-0)
- Approved BA2021058: front setback variance for Norman Property (4-0)
- Elected Greg Loper as Chairman for 2022 (3-0-1)
- Elected Heather Personne as Vice Chair for 2022 (3-0-1)
- Approved December 16, 2021 minutes as written
Self-Insured Risk Trust Fund Board of Trustees
The Maricopa County Self-Insured Risk Trust Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting, primarily to consider a request for settlement authority in a specific case (Ray G. Cierley, WCMAR2005471822) and to vote on it. The board may also recess into executive session for legal advice. Other agenda items include department updates, approval of previous meeting minutes, and planning for the next meeting.
- Vote on settlement authority for Ray G. Cierley case (WCMAR2005471822)
- Possible executive session for legal advice
- Approval of minutes from December 15, 2021
- Department updates by Jerry Spears
The Board approved a claims authority vote and discussed department updates. The Workers' Comp Adjuster position will be readvertised after no candidates were hired, and the Claims Coordinator position will be repurposed. Staff are working from home through January due to COVID. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved claim authority vote (motion by DiCiccio, second by LeMarr)
- Approved department update (motion by LeMarr, second by Guerrero)
- Readvertised Workers' Comp Adjuster position after candidate interviews failed
- Decided to repurpose Claims Coordinator position
Audit Advisory Committee
The Maricopa County Citizens Audit Advisory Committee is holding a virtual meeting due to COVID-19 precautions. The agenda includes routine items such as approving previous minutes and receiving updates from internal audit, the Auditor General, and finance/budget. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled.
- Approval of minutes from October 27, 2021 meeting
- Internal Audit Update by Mike McGee
- Auditor General Update by Dave Glennon
- Finance/Budget Update by Cindy Goelz
The committee unanimously appointed Barbara Coppage as the new chair, replacing Ryan Wimmer. Members also approved the minutes from the October 27, 2021 meeting. The rest of the meeting consisted of informational updates from internal audit, the Auditor General's office, and the County CFO, with no other formal decisions.
- Appointed Barbara Coppage as new chair (unanimous)
- Approved October 27, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Planning & Zoning Commission
The Maricopa Planning & Zoning Commission is meeting to review staff reports and public comments on four development-related cases. The agenda includes a petition regarding the Bungalows project and comments from the City of Peoria on another case. The meeting is being held virtually via GoToWebinar.
- Case 22021098 staff report
- Case Z2021051 staff report with handout memo and signed petition regarding Bungalows
- Case 22021096 staff report with handout comments from City of Peoria
- Case 22021129 staff report
The Maricopa County Planning and Zoning Commission approved a zone change for the Bungalows at Norterra project (Z2021051) from Rural-43 to R-2, with conditions, despite resident opposition. The commission also elected new officers for 2022 and approved a consent agenda item for an RV storage extension. Two remaining cases were postponed due to loss of quorum.
- Elected Jimmy Lindblom as Chairman for 2022 (5-2)
- Elected Lucas Schlosser as Vice Chairman for 2022 (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda Z2021098, Carefree Crossings RV & Boat Parking Extension, with conditions (6-0)
- Approved Z2021051, Bungalows at Norterra zone change from Rural-43 to R-2, with conditions (6-0)
- Postponed Z2021096, Crossriver RV Storage, to January 27, 2022 due to loss of quorum
- Postponed Z2021129, 194th Street & Riggs Rd. zone change, to January 27, 2022 due to loss of quorum
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Flood Control District Stakeholder Group
The Flood Control District of Maricopa County's Flood Stakeholder Group will not hold its regular meeting on January 13, 2022. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for April 14, 2022.
- Regular meeting on January 13, 2022 cancelled
- Next meeting scheduled for April 14, 2022
Planning & Development items for the Board of Supervisors' agenda
The Board of Supervisors will review several planning and development matters on January 12, 2022. The agenda includes staff reports regarding specific case numbers including Z2021073, 22021116, and TA2020001.
- Case Z2021073
- Case 22021116
- Case TA2020001
Merit Systems Commission
The Maricopa County Merit Systems Commission will convene to appoint chairs for 2022, approve calendars and minutes, and consider the appeal of Marrero v Maricopa County Sheriff's Office, where the hearing officer recommends dismissal be sustained. The meeting also includes status reports on appeals and public comment periods.
- Appointment of Chairman and Vice-Chairman for 2022
- Approval of 2022 meeting calendars for EMS and LEOMS
- Approval of December 7, 2021 meeting minutes
- Marrero v Maricopa County Sheriff's Office appeal (MC FY22-E02) - dismissal sustained recommended
- Status reports on EMS and LEOMS appeals
Building Code Advisory Board
The Maricopa County Building Code Advisory Board will hold a virtual regular meeting on January 11, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. The board will consider electing a new chair, introducing new Planning & Development staff, and discussing suggested edits to its bylaws. It will also consider a building code update and may request a special meeting in February 2022 to vote on bylaw changes and further the code update discussion.
- Election of a new chair
- Introduction of new P&D staff
- Suggested edits to the bylaws
- Consideration for building code update
- Request for special meeting in February 2022
Building Code Advisory Board
The Building Code Advisory Board is discussing its yearly meeting schedule for 2022. The agenda contains only this single administrative item, with no other business listed.
- Review and adoption of the 2022 BCAB yearly meeting schedule
MCSO Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS) Local Board
The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office PSPRS Local Board will meet to approve retirement benefits, disability applications, and survivor benefits for several individuals. The board will also consider entering executive session to discuss personnel and legal matters, and will act on these items in open session.
- Approval of ordinary disability retirement application for Josh Vanderah
- Approval of DROP retirement benefits for Richard P. Valentine Jr. ($5,355.29/mo), Shannon D. Reed ($3,579.10/mo), Robert Michael Laterza ($6,093.25/mo)
- Approval of entry into DROP for six employees, including David G. Taylor ($9,834.59/mo) and Timothy L. Palmer ($8,368.57/mo)
- Approval of surviving spouse benefits for Melissa Brackman ($4,126.40), Trudy Grimes ($3,512.91), and Julia Andrea Braaten ($6,406.38)
- Staff updates on upcoming conference and HB 2381 training requirement
The MCSO PSPRS Local Board unanimously approved an accidental disability retirement application for Josh Vanderah and sent him for an independent medical exam. It also approved multiple normal retirement benefits from DROP, new DROP entries, and three surviving spouse benefit applications. All motions passed unanimously.
- Approved accidental disability retirement application for Josh Vanderah and ordered IME (unanimous)
- Approved DROP retirement benefits for Richard P. Valentine Jr., Shannon D. Reed, and Robert Michael Laterza (unanimous)
- Approved DROP entries for Robert K. Leatham, Frederick James Sevilla II, Brent D. Komorowski, Timothy L. Palmer, David G. Taylor, and Jason D. White (unanimous)
- Approved surviving spouse benefits for Melissa Brackman, Trudy Grimes, and Julia Andrea Braaten (unanimous)
MCSO Correctional Officer Retirement Plan (CORP) Local Board
The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office Corrections Officer Retirement Plan Local Board will meet to approve four normal retirements, decide whether to continue a retired member's pension after rehire, and consider two new membership applications. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes and receive informational updates. An executive session is scheduled for personnel and legal matters.
- Approval of retirements: Jonathan Carey Wade ($3,151.81/mo), Stella M. Catron ($2,479.22/mo), Craig V. Garcia ($3,178.77/mo), Darren Dauch ($3,106.94/mo)
- Rehire of David Weber as Office Assistant Specialized – MCSO Warehouse; board to decide if pension continues
- Membership applications: Sergio Luis Lizarraga and Adrian Pena (pre-existing conditions noted)
- Refund applications: Gabriel Joya, Sedin Karac, Juliana Robinson, David Isaiah Weibel, Wilson Ulloa (informational only)
- Staff updates: PSPRS Employer-Local Board Conference on Feb 17, 2022; HB 2381 training requirement
The board unanimously approved four normal retirement benefit applications, one rehire with continued pension, and two new memberships. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned after 9 minutes.
- Approved retirement benefits for Jonathan Carey Wade ($3,151.81/mo, eff. 12/28/2021)
- Approved retirement benefits for Stella M. Catron ($2,479.22/mo, eff. 12/31/2021)
- Approved retirement benefits for Craig V. Garcia ($3,178.77/mo, eff. 12/31/2021)
- Approved retirement benefits for Darren Dauch ($3,106.94/mo, eff. 01/07/2022)
- Approved rehire of David Weber with continued pension (non-designated CORP position)
- Approved membership for Sergio Luis Lizarraga and Adrian Pena (eff. 12/06/2021)