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Pima public meetings in 2023

24 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 19, 2023 · 9:00 AM

Board of Supervisors

Pima County Board discusses District 3 vacancy and $100 million mortgage bond program

The Board of Supervisors will discuss the appointment of a new District 3 member and review new precinct maps. Other items include financial updates, judicial workgroup findings, and various contract amendments.

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Board of Supervisors' Hearing Room
Tue Dec 5, 2023 · 9:00 AM

Board of Supervisors

Pima County Board of Supervisors discusses budget increases and various county contracts

The Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss increasing the Outside Agency Program social services budget by $600,000. The agenda includes several contract amendments, policy updates, and a report on the District 3 vacancy.

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Board of Supervisors' Hearing Room
Tue Nov 21, 2023 · 9:00 AM

Board of Supervisors

Pima County Board of Supervisors meets on November 21, 2023

The Board will discuss rural infrastructure needs and a proposal to increase Arizona State Parks Heritage Fund lobbying. The agenda includes various contract amendments, grant acceptances, and the canvass of the November 7 election results.

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Board of Supervisors' Hearing Room
Tue Nov 7, 2023 · 9:00 AM

Board of Supervisors

Pima County Board of Supervisors meeting on November 7, 2023

The Board of Supervisors will consider several contracts and ordinances related to flood control and riparian habitat. The agenda also includes discussions on legal advice regarding water rate litigation and various departmental awards.

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Board of Supervisors' Hearing Room
Tue Oct 17, 2023 · 9:00 AM

Board of Supervisors

Board reviews multi-million dollar behavioral health contracts and Vail incorporation

The Board will discuss the appointment process for an interim Vail Town Council if voters approve incorporation in November 2023. Several contract amendments for inpatient court-ordered evaluation services totaling millions of dollars are also on the agenda. Additionally, the Board will consider affordable housing funding and irrigation district election cancellations.

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Board of Supervisors' Hearing Room
Tue Oct 3, 2023 · 9:00 AM

Board of Supervisors

Pima County discusses interim council process for Vail incorporation

The Board will review the process for appointing an interim seven-member town council if voters approve the incorporation of Vail in November. The meeting also covers 2023 General Election voting locations and several contracts for emergency food, shelter, and rental assistance.

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Board of Supervisors' Hearing Room
Tue Sep 19, 2023 · 9:00 AM

Board of Supervisors

Pima County Board considers using general fund surplus for affordable housing

The Board will consider directing the County Administrator to use 50% of the additional General Fund surplus to support affordable housing gap funding. Members will also review proposed adjustments and consolidations for thirteen election precincts. Additionally, the agenda includes discussions on firework permit direction and homelessness initiatives.

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Board of Supervisors' Hearing Room
Tue Sep 5, 2023 · 9:00 AM

Board of Supervisors

Pima County considers $2,125,000 contract for affordable housing gap funding

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several contracts and community proclamations. Items include approving new 2024 election vote centers and allocating funds to review voter registration rolls. The agenda also covers various land use and utility easement requests.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $25M road repair agreement and $2.1M housing fund

The Board of Supervisors approved a $25 million master agreement for pavement preservation and road repair. They also authorized $2.125 million in affordable housing gap funding and approved several real estate transactions and intergovernmental agreements.

Board of Supervisors' Hearing Room
Mon Aug 21, 2023 · 9:00 AM

Board of Supervisors

Pima County Board considers $45M sewer bond and employee pay adjustments

The Pima County Board of Supervisors will review several financial and personnel items. These include proposed salary adjustments for county employees and the issuance of revenue obligations for the sewer system. The agenda also includes discussions on the Sheriff's Department budget and homelessness initiatives.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $45M for sewer system improvements and employee pay adjustments

The Board of Supervisors authorized up to $45 million for sewer system additions and improvements. They also approved a two-phase classification and compensation study implementation for employees. Various real property condemnations and procurement contracts were approved.

Board of Supervisors' Hearing Room
Tue Aug 8, 2023 · 9:00 AM

Board of Supervisors

Pima County considers a $7 million software agreement with Microsoft Corporation.

The Board of Supervisors will review several contracts and policy revisions. Items include approving the 2024 Legislative Agenda and updates to merit system rules. The meeting also covers various grant acceptances and service agreements for county departments.

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✓ Decided: Pima County Board of Supervisors approves 2024 legislative agenda

The Board adopted the 2024 Legislative Program and approved several high-value contracts, including $3.5 million for asylum seeker medical support. Other actions included approving a liquor license for Fat Cactus Pizza & Arcade and accepting multiple health and environmental grants.

Board of Supervisors' Hearing Room
Tue Jul 25, 2023 · 9:00 AM

Board of Supervisors

Pima County Board of Supervisors discusses community funding and habitat mitigation

The Board will consider various community and workforce development funding recommendations for fiscal year 2023/2024. Additionally, the Flood Control District Board will review several riparian habitat mitigation plans and fee proposals.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $9.5M for employee salary adjustments

The Board of Supervisors approved a countywide classification and compensation study, including new salary structures and $9.5 million to bring employees up to minimum salary grades. The Board also approved over $3.6 million in funding for various community and workforce development agencies.

Board of Supervisors' Hearing Room
Tue Jul 11, 2023 · 9:00 AM

Board of Supervisors

Pima County considers a $30 million grant for regional fiber optic expansion

The Board will discuss the Sheriff’s Department budget deficit and updates on homelessness initiatives. They are also reviewing several land acquisition and development plats. Additionally, the Board is considering a large federal grant for fiber optic infrastructure.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $30.3M fiber optic grant and various county contracts

The Board of Supervisors approved a $30.3M grant for the Pima County Regional Middle Mile Fiber Optic Ring. Other key actions included approving several land acquisitions, updating personnel policies, and awarding multiple public works and wastewater contracts.

Board of Supervisors' Hearing Room
Tue Jun 20, 2023 · 9:00 AM

Board of Supervisors

Pima County Board of Supervisors conducts final budget adoption hearings

The Board of Supervisors is holding a special meeting to adopt various fiscal year 2023/2024 budgets. This includes hearings for the county, Flood Control District, Library District, and several improvement districts. The Board will also consider affordable housing gap funding recommendations and attractions and tourism agency funding.

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✓ Decided: Pima County Board of Supervisors approves FY 2023/2024 final budget

The Board of Supervisors approved the final budget for Fiscal Year 2023/2024 and the Debt Service Final Budget. Several district-specific budgets were also adopted, including those for Flood Control, the Library District, and the Stadium District. Additionally, the Board approved funding for affordable housing and tourism agencies.

Board of Supervisors' Hearing Room
Tue Jun 6, 2023 · 9:00 AM

Board of Supervisors

Pima County Board of Supervisors discusses water lawsuit and affordable housing funding

The Board will address legal direction regarding the City of Tucson differential water rate lawsuit. Additionally, staff is recommending $2,625,000.00 for 203 affordable housing units through regional gap funding.

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✓ Decided: Board approves multiple flood control contracts and water rate lawsuit action

The Board of Supervisors approved several riparian habitat mitigation plans and flood control contracts, including a $1M agreement with the University of Arizona. The Board also voted to allow specific supervisors to be added as nominal plaintiffs in a water rate lawsuit against the City of Tucson. Additionally, various tourism, education, and economic development contracts were approved.

Board of Supervisors' Hearing Room
Tue May 16, 2023 · 9:00 AM

Board of Supervisors

Pima County Board reviews FY 2023-24 budgets and several major contracts

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing the tentative county budget and various district budgets for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. The agenda also includes discussions on homelessness initiatives, mining legislation, and several contract awards.

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✓ Decided: Pima County Board of Supervisors approves tentative FY 2023/2024 budget

The Board approved the Tentative County Budget for Fiscal Year 2023/2024 in a 3-2 vote. Several other tentative budgets for districts including Flood Control, Library, and Stadium were approved unanimously. The Board also authorized a $6.9M contract for a biosolids solar drying facility.

Board of Supervisors' Hearing Room
Tue May 2, 2023 · 9:00 AM

Board of Supervisors

Pima County Board of Supervisors discusses annual action plan and various proclamations

The Board will review the 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan for community development and several official proclamations. Additional items include a contract amendment for the Flood Control District and a petition for tax relief.

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✓ Decided: Board approves 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan for HUD funding

The Board of Supervisors approved the 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan for submission to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, including CDBG and ESG program recommendations. Other actions included approving tax relief for a church and authorizing revenue bonds for Banner Health.

Board of Supervisors' Hearing Room
Tue Apr 18, 2023 · 9:00 AM

Board of Supervisors

Pima County Board of Supervisors discusses economic and health contracts

The Board of Supervisors will review several items including the 2023-2026 Economic Development Strategic Plan. The agenda includes various contract awards for public safety, transportation, and health services.

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✓ Decided: Board of Supervisors approves 2023-2026 Economic Development Strategic Plan

The Board approved a new multi-year economic development strategy and several high-value procurement contracts for transportation and wastewater services. It also accepted over $6.7 million in FEMA humanitarian relief funds and denied a conditional use permit for a wireless facility.

Board of Supervisors' Hearing Room
Tue Apr 4, 2023 · 9:00 AM

Board of Supervisors

Pima County Board discusses budget framework and public health policy changes

The Board of Supervisors will discuss the Fiscal Year 2023/24 Recommended Budget Framework and a proposal to end remaining COVID-19 Rules and Regulations. The agenda also includes various proclamations and discussions regarding county initiatives for homelessness and public safety.

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✓ Decided: Pima County Board approves $3.26M in revised agency funding

The Board approved revised funding recommendations totaling $3,261,760 for various outside agency advisory committees. Other key actions included ending public health emergency rules and approving several land sales and liquor licenses.

Board of Supervisors' Hearing Room
Tue Mar 21, 2023 · 9:00 AM

Board of Supervisors

Discussion of the Mendibles v. Pima County legal settlement

The Board will discuss and take action on the negotiated settlement for Mendibles v. Pima County. The agenda also includes approvals for historic preservation, tourism contracts, and habitat mitigation fees.

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✓ Decided: Board of Supervisors approves multiple legal settlements and infrastructure contracts

The Board of Supervisors approved legal settlements for Mendibles v. Pima County and Tinley v. Pima County. The Board also authorized several contracts, including a $7M wastewater system repair agreement and a $3.85M tourism promotion contract. Various grant acceptances for health, animal care, and public safety were also approved.

Board of Supervisors' Hearing Room
Tue Mar 7, 2023 · 9:00 AM

Board of Supervisors

Pima County Board of Supervisors discusses economic plans and various contracts

The Board of Supervisors will review several items including a new economic development plan, opioid settlement direction, and multiple contract awards. The meeting includes discussions on public safety, community bond programs, and various grant acceptances.

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✓ Decided: Pima County Board approves multiple rezoning requests and grant acceptances

The Board of Supervisors approved several land rezoning requests, including a marijuana dispensary permit and industrial zoning near the airport. They also authorized a $2.145 million transfer to the Kino Stadium District Fund and accepted multiple health-related grants. The 2023-2026 Economic Development Strategic Plan was continued to April 18, 2023.

Board of Supervisors' Hearing Room
Tue Feb 21, 2023 · 9:00 AM

Board of Supervisors

Pima County Board reviews multi-million dollar grants and contract amendments

The Board is reviewing grant acceptances for flood mitigation at Finger Rock Wash and contract amendments for waste tire recycling. The agenda also includes updates on county homelessness initiatives and the formation of a commission for the Adult Detention Facility.

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✓ Decided: Pima County Board of Supervisors approves waste tire recycling extension

The Board approved a $6 million contract extension for waste tire site operations and recycling. Other key actions included approving flood mitigation grants and several new liquor licenses.

Board of Supervisors' Hearing Room
Tue Feb 7, 2023 · 9:00 AM

Board of Supervisors

Pima County considers $63 million award for new enterprise software system

The Board of Supervisors will review several contracts, including a large-scale software system award and property acquisitions. They will also discuss updates on homelessness initiatives and water resource protection. Additionally, the meeting includes oaths of office for newly elected officials.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $63M Enterprise Resource Planning system

The Board of Supervisors approved multiple master agreements for a new ERP system and authorized several land acquisitions and rezoning requests. They also updated fees for County Parks and Recreational Facilities and approved various emergency shelter contract extensions.

Board of Supervisors' Hearing Room
Tue Jan 24, 2023 · 9:00 AM

Board of Supervisors

Board directs development of a plan to review Pima County Jail needs

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing a proposal to create a Blue Ribbon Commission to evaluate the needs of the Pima County Jail. The agenda also includes several contract awards and a request to rename a military range at Fort Huachuca.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $63M Enterprise Resource Planning system contracts

The Board of Supervisors approved multiple master agreements for a new ERP system totaling $63 million. Other key actions included approving a $79,240 contribution to the National Association of Counties and a 20-year operating agreement for Spaceport Tucson.

Board of Supervisors' Hearing Room
Tue Jan 10, 2023 · 9:00 AM

Board of Supervisors

Pima County Board considers resolution to protect water resources

The Board will discuss after-action reports regarding the 2022 General Election and a resolution for sustainable aquifer yield. The agenda also includes several contract amendments and public hearings for permits.

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✓ Decided: Pima County Board of Supervisors elects new leadership and approves multiple contracts

The Board elected Supervisor Grijalva as Chair and Supervisor Scott as Vice Chair. The Board approved various operational contracts, including a $1.3M flood control agreement and a $12.2M insurance contract. Several fireworks and bingo permits were also granted.

Board of Supervisors' Hearing Room