Pima public meetings in 2025
28 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will discuss a new ordinance for unpaved county roads and the adoption of a Parks and Recreation Master Plan. The body is also reviewing several land plats, liquor licenses, and various service contracts.
- Contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for tasers, body cameras and data services for $45,000,000.00
- Proposed sale of 400.82 acres of vacant land to the National Park Service for $2,964,000.00
- Ordinance No. 2025-32 to regulate unpaved county roads for air quality health standards
- Intergovernmental agreement with City of South Tucson for fire and EMS services for $1,200,000.00
- Public hearings for a fireworks permit at Skyline Country Club and new liquor licenses for Salad Nation and 7-Eleven
🗳️ How they voted — 6 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Pima County Board of Supervisors will consider awarding a one-year, $2.5 million contract for watercourse cleanup services. The meeting also includes public hearings on zoning changes, a liquor license, and a permanent extension for a golf club patio.
- Award Supplier Contract No. SC2500000611 for $2,500,000
- Hearing on Zoning Code Text Amendment for Accessory Dwelling Units
- Hearing on Rezoning Ordinance for W. Mars Street
- Hearing on Liquor License for Shake Shack No. 1709
- Hearing on Permanent Extension of Premises for Golf Club at San Ignacio
The Board approved a one‑year $2.5 M flood‑control service contract (5‑0). It also approved a new liquor license for Shake Shack and a permanent patio permit for the Golf Club at San Ignacio (both 5‑0). Zoning code amendments for accessory dwelling units and subdivision plat requirements were adopted (both 5‑0), and a rezoning for Habitat for Humanity on W. Mars Street was approved (5‑0). The County’s Climate Action Plan and Strategic Plan for 2025‑2028 were each adopted with a 4‑1 vote.
- Approved $2.5M Flood Control District supplier contract (5-0)
- Approved new liquor license for Shake Shack, 633 W. Ina Rd (5-0)
- Approved permanent patio permit for Golf Club at San Ignacio (5-0)
- Approved accessory dwelling unit zoning amendment as amended (5-0)
- Approved subdivision plat amendment (5-0)
- Approved Habitat for Humanity rezoning on W. Mars St (5-0)
- Approved Climate Action Plan for County Operations (4-1)
- Approved County Strategic Plan 2025-2028 (4-1)
🗳️ How they voted — 7 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Pima County Board of Supervisors will vote on zoning code amendments for accessory dwelling units, several rezoning requests, and the canvass of the November 4, 2025, election results. The meeting also includes contract extensions for behavioral health services and a presentation on developing county-owned property.
- Hearing on Zoning Code Text Amendment for Accessory Dwelling Units
- Hearing on E. Hawser Street Specific Plan Rezoning
- Hearing on W. Magee Road Concurrent Plan Amendment and Rezoning
- Canvass of the November 4, 2025, Consolidated Election results
- Contract extension for Banner-University Medical Center South Campus ($934,018)
The Board approved a resolution reaffirming fentanyl as a public‑health crisis and establishing the One Pima Initiative (4‑1). It also adopted a proclamation for National Antibiotic Awareness Week, granted a liquor license, approved multiple rezoning and plat actions, and authorized several contract amendments and a surplus‑property sale.
- Approved fentanyl crisis resolution and One Pima Initiative (4-1)
- Approved $1,860,851.98 contract for SAFR Center Sobering Facility (5-0)
- Approved $2,594,020.00 WIC services grant (5-0)
- Approved $524,780 lease‑purchase for battery manufacturing facility (5-0)
- Approved surplus property sale of 1.05 acres on Edwin Road (5-0)
- Approved rezoning of E. Hawser Street (5-0)
- Approved liquor license for Marathon Food Mart, 16455 N. Oracle Rd (5-0)
- Approved proclamation for National Antibiotic Awareness Week (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors and Mayor and Council are holding a joint meeting to discuss collaboration on unsheltered homelessness and the fentanyl/opioid public health crisis. The agenda includes several attachments with program details. The meeting is open to the public in person and online.
- Collaboration between City of Tucson and Pima County on unsheltered homelessness and fentanyl/opioid public health crisis (discussion)
The Board of Supervisors met to observe a pledge of allegiance, a land acknowledgement, and discuss collaboration with the City of Tucson on homelessness and the fentanyl/opioid crisis. They also talked about topics for future meetings. No actions were approved, denied, or tabled.
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider directing $600,000 to the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona and $200,000 to the Sahuarita Food Bank, plus $750,000 total to three refugee resettlement agencies (IRC of Arizona, Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest, and Catholic Community Services of Southern Arizona) for legal permanent residency services. They will also discuss a letter urging state lawmakers to regulate short-term rentals and a joint meeting with the City of Tucson. Several new county job classifications are proposed, including a Medical Director for detainee and crisis systems.
- $800,000 in emergency food bank funding for FY26
- $750,000 total to three refugee resettlement agencies for green card application support
- Legislative action to address short-term rentals via letter to state leaders
- Joint meeting with Tucson Mayor & Council scheduled for November 18, 2025
- Creation of Medical Director - Detainee and Crisis Systems classification (salary up to $410,300)
The Board directed $600,000 to the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona and $200,000 to the Sahuarita Food Bank & Community Resource Center. It also approved $750,000 in emergency funding for three refugee resettlement agencies. Additional actions included a letter urging state legislators to address short‑term rentals, approval of a joint meeting with Tucson officials, and creation of a new Medical Director classification.
- Approved $600,000 emergency funding to Community Food Bank and $200,000 to Sahuarita Food Bank (4-1)
- Approved $250,000 each to three refugee resettlement agencies (total $750,000) (4-1)
- Approved letter to state leaders on short‑term rentals (3-1)
- Approved joint meeting with Tucson Mayor & Council on Nov 18 (4-0)
- Approved new Medical Director – Detainee and Crisis Systems classification (3-1)
- Approved acquisition of 13.34‑acre Town of Marana surplus property (4-0)
- Approved water easement for Metropolitan Domestic Water Improvement District (4-0)
- Approved proclamation of Tucson Indian Center Day (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 11 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Pima County Board of Supervisors will consider a Climate Action Plan for County Operations 2025-2030 and approve the sale of 13.34 acres of surplus land to the Town of Marana for $345,000. The meeting also includes approval of various contracts and grant acceptances.
- Approval of Climate Action Plan for County Operations 2025-2030
- Sale of 13.34 acres of surplus land to Town of Marana for $345,000
- Approval of contract for Ajo One Stop Service Center with International Sonoran Desert Alliance ($220,000)
- Approval of contract for Pima County Regional Middle Mile Broadband Infrastructure Project with Town of Oro Valley ($200,000)
- Approval of amendment to food products contract for Pima County Adult Detention Complex (increase to $3,850,000)
The Board approved a $2,200,000 increase to the food contract for the Pima County Adult Detention Complex and authorized the sale of 13.34 acres of surplus land to the Town of Marana for $345,000. It also cancelled the annual elections for the Flowing Wells and Avra Valley Irrigation Districts, and approved several intergovernmental agreements and contracts, including broadband projects and a new liquor license. Two proclamations were adopted, and the Board reaffirmed opposition to the proposed Copper World Project.
- Approved $2,200,000 increase to Shamrock Foods contract for Adult Detention Complex (5-0)
- Approved sale of 13.34 acres to Town of Marana for $345,000 (5-0)
- Cancelled Flowing Wells Irrigation District election and appointed Eric Myrmo (5-0)
- Cancelled Avra Valley Irrigation and Drainage District election and appointed John Kai, Jr. (5-0)
- Approved Town of Oro Valley broadband agreement for $200,000 (4-1, Christy nay)
- Approved new liquor license for Wesley Frank Ford, Sonoran Sweet & Savory (5-0)
- Adopted proclamation for "WALK ‘N’ ROLL TO SCHOOL WEEK" (4-0)
- Reaffirmed opposition to the proposed Copper World Project (4-1, Christy nay)
🗳️ How they voted — 7 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Pima County Board of Supervisors will consider an amendment to Supplier Contract SC2400001815 with Bestway Electric Motor Service Co., raising the annual award by $440,000 to $922,000 and a cumulative not‑to‑exceed amount of $1,404,000 for pump repairs. The agenda also includes a $618,092.20 contract with Solis Engineering Co. for construction‑administration services on the Santa Cruz Cortaro Narrows Training Structures project, and a $150,000 contract with Dry River Forge for the Canoa Ranch Pollinator Garden public‑art installation. Additional items are approval of the consent calendar, updates on county homelessness and public‑safety initiatives, and a resolution to form the Verano Community Facilities District.
- Amendment of Award SC2400001815: Bestway Electric Motor Service Co. pump repair service, annual award increased by $440,000 to $922,000; total not‑to‑exceed $1,404,000.
- Contract with Solis Engineering Co., L.L.C. for Construction Administration Services on the FC – Santa Cruz Cortaro Narrows Training Structures Project, $618,092.20.
- Contract with Dry River Forge for Canoa Ranch Pollinator Garden Public Art, $150,000.
- Approval of the Consent Calendar for routine items.
- Resolution to form the Verano Community Facilities District, including authority to issue bonds and levy property taxes.
The Board of Supervisors approved the formation of the Verano Community Facilities District, authorizing bond issuance and a property tax levy. They directed the County Administrator to schedule joint meetings with the Tucson City Council on homelessness and created an Agenda Review Committee. The Board also approved a $440,000 award amendment for pump repairs, several multi‑hundred‑thousand‑dollar contracts, a $106,765.50 purchase of digital‑evidence software licenses, and a new Procurement Officer II classification.
- Approved formation of Verano Community Facilities District (5-0)
- Directed County Administrator to schedule joint meetings with Tucson City Council on homelessness (4-1)
- Created Agenda Review Committee (4-1)
- Approved $440,000 award amendment for Bestway Electric pump repair service (5-0)
- Approved $1,000,000 contract with Southern Arizona Land Trust for Elstone II Project (4-1)
- Approved $749,625 contract with City of Tucson for Amazon Flats Permanent Supportive Housing (4-1)
- Approved $106,765.50 expenditure for OnBase licenses for Clerk of Superior Court (5-0)
- Approved new Procurement Officer II classification (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 10 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Pima County Board of Supervisors will hold a virtual special meeting. After roll call, a pledge of allegiance and a land acknowledgement, the board will present the canvass of the September 23, 2025 Special General Election results. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Roll call
- Pledge of allegiance
- Land acknowledgement statement
- Canvass of September 23, 2025 Special General Election results
The Board voted on a motion to canvass the results of the September 23, 2025 Special General Election. The motion was made by Chair Scott, seconded by Supervisor Allen, and passed unanimously with a 5-0 vote. No other actions were taken.
- Approved canvass of Sept. 23, 2025 special election results (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Supervisors
The Pima County Board of Supervisors will consider approving affordable housing gap funding agreements totaling over $1.9 million and awarding several supplier contracts for automotive parts, kitchen equipment, and fire safety systems.
- Award of $400,000 contract for automotive parts
- Award of $500,000 contract for commercial kitchen equipment
- Award of $500,000 contract for Edwards fire panels
- Approval of $1,000,000 affordable housing agreement for Mars Landing
- Approval of $673,000 affordable housing agreement for Lariat Village
The Board of Supervisors approved a series of proclamations, multiple supplier contracts, and several policy actions. It adopted Personnel Policy 8‑124, reaffirmed the 17 % General Fund reserve requirement, and authorized early‑ballot drop‑off sites for the 2025 General Election. The most financially significant action was the $53,763,925.33 amendment to the NaphCare correctional health services contract.
- Approved NaphCare, Inc. amendment to correctional health services contract for $53,763,925.33 (5-0)
- Adopted Personnel Policy 8‑124, Settlement of Employee Claims (5-0)
- Reaffirmed 17 % General Fund balance requirement (5-0)
- Approved Habitat for Humanity Tucson affordable housing agreement for $1,000,000 (5-0)
- Approved Green Valley – Marana Auto Supply contract for $400,000 (5-0)
- Approved Sam Tell and Son, Inc. contract for $500,000 kitchen equipment (5-0)
- Approved proclamations for World Habitat Day, Constitution Week, and Hispanic Heritage Month (4-0 each)
- Approved 2025 early ballot drop‑off sites and ballot replacement locations (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 5 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Pima County Board of Supervisors will consider approving $55 million in sewer system revenue obligations and $5 million for affordable housing. The agenda also includes discussions on foreign direct investment plans and a proposed regional transportation authority election.
- Consideration of $55M sewer system revenue obligations
- Approval of $5M Affordable Housing Fund allocation
- Discussion on foreign direct investment from Mexican companies
- Consideration of Regional Transportation Authority election resolution
- Award of landscaping materials contract to Arizona Material Services
The Board adopted a resolution to hold a March 10, 2026 election on a 20‑year regional transportation plan and a half‑cent sales tax to fund it (5‑0). It also authorized the issuance of sewer system revenue obligations worth up to $55 million (5‑0). Additional actions included approving the FY 25/26 affordable‑housing fund allocation, new nondisclosure agreement policy for economic‑development projects, and extending public‑comment time.
- Approved Regional Transportation Authority election resolution (5-0)
- Approved $55 M sewer system revenue obligations (5-0)
- Approved FY25/26 Affordable Housing Fund allocation $5M build‑more, $3.5M keeping‑housed (4-1)
- Approved proposed NDA policy for economic‑development projects (4-1)
- Extended Call to the Public time (5-0)
- Approved $455,000 landscaping award to Arizona Material Services (5-0)
- Approved $262,793.30 contract with Colossal Cave, L.L.C. (5-0)
- Approved new liquor license for Old Pueblo Distilling Company (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 5 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is meeting for a retreat to discuss strategic planning goals, conduct a SWOT analysis, and prioritize community initiatives. The meeting will be held at 115 N. Church Avenue and is streamed online.
- Strategic planning effort to determine community priorities
- SWOT analysis of Pima County's strengths and weaknesses
- Discussion on the Downtown Space Plan & Board Offices
- Review of Board meeting schedule and agenda format
- Public viewing available via live stream and lobby
The Pima County Board of Supervisors met on August 28, 2025 for a retreat focused on strategic planning and priority setting. Members reviewed the retreat format, conducted a SWOT analysis, and discussed board operations and scheduling. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.
Board of Supervisors
The Pima County Board of Supervisors will consider a range of items, including contract approvals, grant acceptances, and updates on climate and wildfire plans. A key agenda item is the hearing and vote on the Tax Levy Resolution for Fiscal Year 2025/2026. The board will also discuss a tax collection resolution and approve a $60 million multifamily housing revenue bond issuance.
- Contract with Kimley‑Horn and Associates, Inc. for post‑design services on the Elvado Road Storm Drain Project – $31,276.90 (PO2500020427)
- Amendment No. 1 for the Rocking K South Community Facilities District – no cost, extending contract term to 7/11/67 (CT_17-447)
- Resolution approving Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds for Flats at Ballpark Village – up to $60,000,000, declared an emergency (Resolution No. 2025‑28)
- Acceptance of HUD Continuum of Care grant for La Casita – $260,495 with a $65,123.75 General Fund match (G‑CWD‑79108)
- Hearing and vote on the Tax Levy Resolution for Fiscal Year 2025/2026 (Resolution No. 2025‑31)
The Board approved a proclamation for the Pima County Tucson 250+ Celebration and a flood‑control design contract. It authorized up to $60 million in multifamily housing revenue bonds and denied a tax‑relief petition. The Board also adopted the FY 2025/26 tax levy, tax‑collection resolution, liquor‑license transfers, and a zoning directive for data‑center parcels.
- Approved proclamation for "PIMA COUNTY TUCSON 250+ CELEBRATION" (4‑0)
- Approved Kimley‑Horn flood‑control design contract for Elvado Road ($31,276.90) (5‑0)
- Approved Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds up to $60,000,000 (4‑1)
- Denied General Assembly & Church of The Firstborn tax‑relief petition (5‑0)
- Approved FY 2025/26 tax levy resolution (4‑1)
- Approved FY 2025/26 tax collection resolution (5‑0)
- Approved liquor‑license transfers for two applicants (5‑0)
- Approved zoning directive requiring extra review for data‑center parcels (4‑1)
🗳️ How they voted — 9 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Board will hold executive sessions regarding homeless encampments on county property and opioid manufacturer settlements. The meeting includes decisions on fire restrictions, budget appropriations for wildfire fuel reduction, and the establishment of a conservation advisory board.
- Rescinding Stage II Fire Restrictions in unincorporated areas
- Appropriation of $75,000 for Wildfire Fuel Reduction and Risk Awareness services
- Proposed settlement in Pima County Flood Control District v. L&W Supply Corporation
- Contract for $85,000 with CBS Consulting Group for grant writing services
- Designation of vote centers for the September 23, 2025 Special General Election
The Board approved two proclamations, naming the week of Aug. 4‑10, 2025 as National Health Center Week and Aug. 5, 2025 as DJ Jahmar Day. It rescinded Stage II fire restrictions and the fire emergency declaration for county and flood‑control lands. The Board also approved participation in opioid settlements, established a Conservation Lands advisory board, allocated $75,000 to the County Extension for wildfire services, set vote‑center locations for the Sept. 23 special election, and created two new environmental‑quality manager classifications.
- Approved National Health Center Week proclamation (5‑0)
- Approved DJ Jahmar Day proclamation (5‑0)
- Rescinded Stage II fire restrictions and fire emergency declaration (4‑0)
- Approved participation in Purdue/Sackler and new opioid settlements (4‑0)
- Established Conservation Lands and Resources Advisory Board (4‑0)
- Approved $75,000 appropriation for PCCE wildfire services (4‑0)
- Designated vote centers for 2025 CD‑7 special election (4‑0)
- Created new Division Manager classifications for Environmental Quality and Conservation Lands (4‑0)
🗳️ How they voted — 6 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will canvass the results of the July 15, 2025 Special Primary Election, as required by Arizona law. This is a special meeting conducted virtually. The canvass certifies the election outcome.
- Canvass of July 15, 2025 Special Primary Election results
The Board approved a motion to canvass the results of the July 15, 2025 special primary election. The motion was moved by Chair Scott, seconded by Supervisor Heinz, and passed with a 5‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken at the meeting.
- Approved canvass of July 15, 2025 special primary election results (5-0)
Board of Supervisors
The Board will discuss a proposed settlement in the case Pima County v. L&W Supply Corporation and a conflict‑of‑interest waiver for Dickinson Wright, P.L.L.C. It will also approve the consent calendar and consider several grant acceptances and contract awards. These items cover legal matters, library funding, and a major interior‑services contract.
- Discussion/decision on proposed settlement in Pima County v. L&W Supply Corporation (Item 19)
- Discussion/decision on Dickinson Wright, P.L.L.C.’s conflict of interest waiver (Item 20)
- Approval of the consent calendar (Item 15)
- Grant acceptance for Writers in Residence in Libraries Project, $7,500 match (Item 13)
- Award to Goodmans, Inc. for systems furniture and warehouse management services, $500,000 (Item 30)
The Board adopted the Pima County Legislative Program for 2026 (Resolution No. 2025‑24) with a 5‑0 vote. It also approved a settlement in Pima County v. L&W Supply Corporation and a conflict‑of‑interest waiver for Dickinson Wright, each by 5‑0. Numerous contracts for economic development, affordable housing, infrastructure, and services were authorized, many with unanimous votes.
- Adopted 2026 Legislative Program (Resolution No. 2025‑24), 5‑0
- Approved proposed settlement in Pima County v. L&W Supply Corp., 5‑0
- Approved conflict‑of‑interest waiver for Dickinson Wright, P.L.L.C., 5‑0
- Approved $550,000 contract with Chamber of Southern Arizona for economic development, 5‑0
- Approved $250,375 affordable‑housing gap funding for Barrio Kroeger Lane Infill Project, 4‑1 (Christy nay)
- Approved $600,000 affordable‑housing gap funding for Rio Azul Apartments Phase II, 4‑1 (Christy nay)
- Approved $500,000 Goodmans Interior Structures systems‑furniture contract, 5‑0
- Approved $2,881,117.11 Kiewit Infrastructure design‑build for Tres Rios Wastewater Facility, 5‑0
🗳️ How they voted — 7 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Board will vote on a $150,000 increase to a security contract at Kino Sports Complex due to a new agreement with a professional Mexican baseball team. They will also discuss funding recommendations for over 60 outside agencies totaling approximately $2.5 million for FY2025/2026. Additionally, the board will receive an update on county initiatives to address homelessness and public safety, and approve an amended meeting schedule for a special virtual canvass of the September 2025 election.
- Amendment No. 2 to contract SC2400002378 with A-Team Security Event Services, Inc. increases annual award from $170,227 to $320,227 for event security at Kino Sports Complex
- Outside Agency Committee funding recommendations for FY2025/2026 include $2.467 million in proposed awards across six service categories (Community Health, Emergency Food, Senior Support, Shelter/Domestic Violence, Youth/Family, General Services)
- Approval of amended Board of Supervisors meeting schedule adding a special virtual meeting on October 9, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. for canvass of the September 23, 2025 Special General Election
- County Administrator presentation on updates to homelessness and public safety initiatives
- Stadium District Board action item for the security contract amendment
The Pima County Board of Supervisors approved several contracts and amendments, including a $5.6 million tourism contract and a $150,000 increase to the Kino Sports Complex security award. They also adopted an amended October meeting schedule with a special virtual session and designated the Chief Fiscal Officer to submit the FY 2026 Expenditure Limitation Report. All actions were approved unanimously (4‑0) with Supervisor Heinz absent.
- Approved $150,000 amendment to security contract for Kino Sports Complex (4‑0)
- Approved amended October 2025 meeting schedule adding special virtual meeting (4‑0)
- Approved designation of Chief Fiscal Officer for FY 2026 Expenditure Limitation Report (4‑0)
- Approved final plat for Blue Slate Acres, Lots 1‑23 (4‑0)
- Approved $5,600,000 contract with Metropolitan Tucson Convention & Visitors Bureau (4‑0)
- Approved $200,000 amendment to Metropolitan Tucson Convention & Visitors Bureau contract (4‑0)
- Approved $35,000 contract with Arizona Diaper Bank for warehouse upgrades (4‑0)
- Approved $600,000 amendment to Job Path, Inc. workforce development contract (4‑0)
🗳️ How they voted — 4 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors and several district boards will conduct public hearings to adopt final budgets for Fiscal Year 2025/2026. The meeting includes discussions on property tax increases and updates to the county's Climate Action Plan.
- Public hearings on proposed expenditures and intent to raise primary and secondary property taxes
- Contract with Tyler Martin and Molly Elizabeth Martin Living Trust for $779,000.00 to acquire 0.94 acres at 6640 N. Placita Aquilla
- Contract with Heartfelt Workforce, L.L.C. for $65,000.00 for an EQ Leadership Development Program
- Proposed ordinance to amend the Floodplain Management Ordinance to correct deficiencies identified by the Arizona Department of Water Resources
- Funding recommendations for Attractions and Tourism totaling $427,500.00
The Board adopted the County’s FY 2025/26 final budget, reducing the primary property tax rate by 3.56 cents and directing a $4,127,789 budget reduction (vote 3‑2). It also approved the FY 2025/26 debt‑service budget (5‑0) and a series of district budgets, including Flood Control, Improvement, Library, Rocking K South, Stadium and Wildflower districts.
- Adopted FY 2025/26 County Final Budget, tax rate cut 3.56¢, $4.1M reduction (3-2)
- Approved FY 2025/26 Debt Service Budget (5-0)
- Approved Flood Control District Final Budget (Resolution No. 2025‑FC4) (5-0)
- Approved Improvement District budgets (Resolutions 25, 29, 32) (5-0)
- Approved Library District Final Budget (Resolution No. 2025‑LD1) (4-1)
- Approved Rocking K South Community Facilities District Budget (Resolution No. 2025‑RK2) (5-0)
- Approved Stadium District Final Budget (Resolution No. 2025‑SD1) (4-1)
- Approved Wildflower Community Facilities District Budget (Resolution No. 2025‑WCFD2) (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 10 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Board will discuss adopting Policy D 22.17, which proposes a three‑cent increase in the primary property tax to raise $207 million over the next decade for affordable housing. It will also direct the County Administrator to increase the FY 26 affordable‑housing budget from $5 million to $8.5 million. Additional items include contract approvals, a grant acceptance, a surplus‑property sale, and a library‑construction purchase.
- Contract amendment with Tucson Clean and Beautiful, Inc. for $60,000 to extend the Adopt‑A‑Wash program
- Grant acceptance from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for $1,490,000 over four years
- Sale of 31,668 sq ft of vacant land south of River Road by auction
- Library purchase contract with Wells Fargo Bank for $6,215,000 to acquire property for a new downtown main library
- Resolution authorizing up to $2,200,000 in general‑obligation bonds for Rocking K South Community Facilities District
The Board approved increasing the FY26 affordable‑housing budget from $5 M to $8.5 M, keeping property‑tax rates unchanged. It also approved several contracts, property sales and a bond authorization for the Rocking K South district. Additional approvals included a library‑property purchase and a proclamation for Ironwood Forest Day.
- Approved FY26 affordable‑housing budget increase to $8.5 M (4-1, Supervisor Christy voted nay)
- Approved $60,000 amendment to Adopt‑A‑Wash contract (5-0)
- Approved $1,490,000 Army Corps grant for ecosystem restoration (5-0)
- Approved sale of 31,668 sq ft vacant land south of River Road (5-0)
- Approved purchase of property for new downtown library, $6,215,000 (4-1, Supervisor Christy voted nay)
- Approved Rocking K South district bond authority up to $2.2 M (5-0)
- Approved auction sale of surplus property at 1416 W. Sunridge Drive (5-0)
- Approved $53,000 Home Access Program contract for emergency home repairs (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 11 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold hearings to review and adopt tentative budgets for the County, Debt Service, Library District, and several other districts. The body will also discuss a proposed policy to raise $207 million over ten years for affordable housing.
- Proposed Policy D 22.17 to raise $207,000,000.00 for affordable housing and homelessness programs
- Contract for demolition services with B&C Contractors, Inc., Breinholt Contracting Co., Inc., and T B Contractors, Inc. for $750,000.00
- Southwest Library lease amendment with Tucson Unified School District No. 1 for $148,435.36
- Request to spend $35,427.15 from the Document and Digital Evidence and Retrieval Conversion Fund for equipment and alarm upgrades
- Resolution opposing the reduction of Ironwood Forest National Monument boundaries
The Board of Supervisors approved the tentative county budget for fiscal year 2025‑2026, with a 3‑1 vote (Chair Scott voted nay). The debt‑service budget for the same year was adopted by a 4‑0 vote. Additional actions included a proclamation of Public Works Week (4‑0), approval of a $750,000 flood‑control contract (5‑0), and tax‑relief petitions for two churches (both 5‑0).
- Adopted tentative FY 2025/2026 county budget (3‑1)
- Adopted debt‑service tentative FY 2025/2026 budget (4‑0)
- Proclaimed Public Works Week (4‑0)
- Approved $750,000 Flood Control District demolition contract (5‑0)
- Approved tax‑relief petition for Ajo Calvary Baptist Church (5‑0)
- Approved tax‑relief petition for Iglesia Bautista de Sahuarita (5‑0)
- Approved new classification “Chief of Operations‑Medical Examiner’s Office” (5‑0)
- Approved road abandonment of portion of Edwin Road (5‑0)
🗳️ How they voted — 6 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Board will discuss and possibly act on a proposed policy to set aside three cents of the General Fund for affordable housing, aiming to raise $207 million over ten years. Other unfinished business includes a review of the county's transition to vote centers, reaffirming support for Tucson Water rate parity, and a wildfire danger mitigation plan. The board will also appoint a Justice of the Peace for Precinct 6, award contracts for a storm drain project ($1.6M) and library network equipment ($600K), and hold an executive session on jail litigation.
- Proposed policy D 22.17 to set aside three cents of General Fund for affordable housing, targeting $207 million over ten years
- Contract award to Jud Co, L.L.C. for El Vado Road storm drain, $1,638,225
- Award of library network equipment contract to three vendors, shared annual amount $600,000
- Appointment of Justice of the Peace for Precinct 6
- Exchange of property between Pima County and Regional Flood Control District
The Board of Supervisors approved a Climate Action Plan resolution (4‑1). It also approved a $1,405,812 contingency for the Self‑Insurance Trust, a $600,000 library network award, a $1,638,225 storm‑drain contract, and an exchange of property with the Regional Flood Control District. The Board appointed David Peter Miller as Justice of the Peace for Precinct 6 and adopted revisions to Board Policy D 22.11. Additionally, it approved a $1,000,000 affordable‑housing agreement with Rincon Manor, L.P.
- Approved Climate Action Plan resolution (4-1)
- Approved $1,405,812 contingency request for Self‑Insurance Trust (5-0)
- Approved $600,000 Library District network equipment award (5-0)
- Approved $1,638,225 Jud Co contract for El Vado Road storm drain (5-0)
- Approved exchange of property with Regional Flood Control District (5-0)
- Approved appointment of Justice of the Peace, Precinct 6 – David Peter Miller (5-0)
- Approved revisions to Board Policy D 22.11 (Public Safety Personnel Retirement System) (5-0)
- Approved $1,000,000 affordable‑housing agreement with Rincon Manor, L.P. (4-1)
🗳️ How they voted — 22 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Pima County Board of Supervisors will appoint a new District 5 supervisor, select a vice chair, and approve a $16,400 purchase of scanning equipment. The board will also discuss the FY 2025/26 budget and approve a submission of a HUD Consolidated Plan.
- Appointment of new District 5 Board of Supervisor
- Approval of $16,400 scanning equipment purchase
- Approval of submission of HUD Consolidated Plan
- Discussion of FY 2025/26 overall budget development
- Approval of outside agency funding requests
The Board approved the overall FY 2025/26 budget development. It appointed Andrés Cano as the District 5 Supervisor and selected Supervisor Allen as Vice Chair. Representatives were named for the Pima Association of Governments/Regional Transportation Authority and Visit Tucson. Several funding items were approved, including USDA grant amendments, tourism grants, and a $16,400 purchase of scanning equipment.
- Appointed Andrés Cano as District 5 Supervisor (4-0)
- Selected Supervisor Allen as Vice Chair (4-0)
- Appointed Supervisor Heinz as representative to Pima Association of Governments/Regional Transportation Authority (4-0)
- Appointed Supervisor Cano as representative to Visit Tucson (4-0)
- Approved USDA grant amendments, adding $230,957.91 in funds (4-0)
- Approved FY 2025/26 overall budget development (4-0)
- Approved $7,900 tourism grants for La Frontera Mariachi Conference and Tucson Folk Festival (4-0)
- Approved $16,400 for scanning equipment from the Document and Digital Evidence Retrieval Conversion Fund (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Pima County Board of Supervisors will consider and act on a series of contracts and agreements, including a $6,255,000 acquisition of the Desert Springs Subdivision to preserve wildlife habitat and archaeological sites. The agenda also includes a $6,000,000 job‑order contract for remodel and construction services, a $350,000 elevator maintenance contract, a $335,000 helicopter transportation award, and a $1,000,000 affordable‑housing gap funding agreement. These items are presented for board approval or direction during the April 1, 2025 meeting.
- Item 30: Acquisition of Desert Springs Subdivision (Kelly Ranch) – $6,255,000 over two years
- Item 28: Job‑order contract for remodel and construction services – $6,000,000
- Item 29: Routine elevator maintenance and repair contract – $350,000
- Item 10: Helicopter transportation award to Southwest Heliservices, L.L.C. – $335,000
- Item 25: Affordable Housing Gap Funding Agreement for Safford Project – $1,000,000 expense, $1,600,000 revenue
The Pima County Board of Supervisors approved two proclamations, several budget allocations, and a series of contracts including a $335,000 helicopter transport award and a $6 million construction job order. It also authorized the $6.255 million acquisition of the Desert Springs Subdivision (Kelly Ranch) for wildlife and cultural preservation. All actions were voted on and recorded in the April 1, 2025 meeting minutes.
- Proclaimed "Pima-Tucson Read Aloud Week" (April 27–May 3) – approved 4‑0
- Proclaimed "Crime Victims’ Rights Week" (April 6–12) – approved 4‑0
- Awarded $335,000 helicopter transport contract to Southwest Heliservices – approved 4‑0
- Approved FY 2025/26 one‑time budget expenditures – approved 5‑0
- Allocated $1,200,000 to Self‑Insurance Trust contingency – approved 5‑0
- Authorized $6,255,000 acquisition of Desert Springs Subdivision (Kelly Ranch) – approved 4‑1 (Christy voted nay)
- Approved $6,000,000 job‑order remodel and construction contract – approved 4‑0
- Approved new liquor license for Tanner Caldwell Cook, Urban Distributors – approved 4‑0
🗳️ How they voted — 6 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Pima County Board of Supervisors will consider approving a $10,000 contract to acquire floodprone land for a multi-family apartment development and a $155,000 contract for a rapid rehousing program. The meeting also includes a public hearing, a proclamation for TenWest Week, and updates on the aerospace campus and budget development.
- Contract: $10,000 for floodprone land acquisition for apartment development
- Contract: $155,000 for Pima County Rapid Rehousing Program
- Contract: $900,000 for centrifuge parts and service
- Contract: $4,120,000 shared annual award for networking equipment
- Discussion: Status of Pima County's Aerospace Research Campus
🗳️ How they voted — 19 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Pima County Board of Supervisors will discuss and consider the supplemental budget requests for the upcoming fiscal year. The agenda also includes updates on homelessness and public safety, proposed settlements in three lawsuits, and several contract awards. Two public hearings are scheduled on a fireworks code amendment and a liquor license.
- $400,000 increase for spay/neuter services contract (SC2400001025, Santa Cruz Veterinary Clinic)
- Pre-construction services awarded for Canoa Ranch Sewer Extension, $440,103.92 (contract up to $12.44M)
- $16,000,000 amendment for Sidestream Anamox Process wastewater contract (Kiewit Infrastructure West)
- Elections voting system contract amendment, $954,000 (Election Systems & Software)
- Public hearing on ordinance amending Chapter 9.04 regarding public display of fireworks
🗳️ How they voted — 7 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Board will consider several contract approvals, including a $50 million, three‑year software agreement with SHI International Corp. It will also review a $1.75 million amendment with Carahsoft Technology Corp., a $303,800 land acquisition for flood‑prone property, and a $68,339 HUD CDBG contract for the Emerge! Center. Additional items include budget updates, impact fee reports, and a petition for tax relief.
- Approval of a $50,000,000 contract with SHI International Corp. for computer software and related items (3‑year term, $16,500,000 per year).
- Approval of a $1,750,000 amendment with Carahsoft Technology Corp. for computer software and Qlik software renewal.
- Approval of a $303,800 acquisition contract for approximately 170 acres of flood‑prone land at the SW corner of N. Aguirre Road and W. Manville Road.
- Approval of a $68,339.07 HUD CDBG contract for Tucson Center for Women and Children (Emerge! Center) to improve an emergency shelter.
- Approval of janitorial services contracts totaling $550,000 with JANCO FS 2, L.L.C. (Velociti) replacing Robbins Equipment Company.
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for a wireless communication facility at 10510 W. Massingale Road. Staff and the Hearing Administrator recommend approval, but the Planning and Zoning Commission recommends denial. The board will also discuss a county wildfire danger mitigation plan and consider numerous contracts, including a $2.75 million elevator modernization and a $350,000 grant for border crimes enforcement.
- Conditional Use Permit (P24CU00007) for a wireless communication facility north of W. Massingale Road – staff recommends approval, Planning and Zoning Commission recommends denial
- Acquisition agreement with City of Tucson for stormwater park at 202 E. Mohave Road and 201 E. Navajo Road, $282,500
- Contract with Kone, Inc. for elevator modernization at 110 W. Congress, $2,747,440
- Acceptance of $350,000 grant from Arizona DPS for Border Crimes and Human Smuggling Enforcement
- Public hearings for fireworks permits at Caterpillar Inc. (Feb 19) and Tucson Country Club (Feb 22)
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold hearings on amendments to floodplain management rules and a property tax levy election for the Wildflower Community Facilities District. They will also receive updates on homelessness and public safety initiatives, and consider revised funding recommendations for senior support agencies. Other actions include a contingency request for Fleet Services and approval of various contracts and grants.
- Flood Control District hearing on code amendment allowing building permits before drainage improvements are complete (Ord. 2025-FC1)
- Wildflower Community Facilities District resolution ordering election to increase ad valorem property tax rate for operation and maintenance (Res. 2025-WCFD1)
- Revised Outside Agency Funding recommendations for FY 2024/2025 totaling $283,604 for senior support programs
- Contingency request of $1,359,658 for Fleet Services from Non-General Fund
- Contract amendment with City of Tucson decreasing shelter services funding by $2,836,854 due to reduced asylum seeker needs
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Board of Supervisors
The Pima County Board of Supervisors will hold its first meeting of 2025, including the oath of office for elected officials, selection of a new chair and vice chair, and a consent calendar with multiple contracts and awards. Key items include a $1 million affordable housing gap funding agreement for Desert Dove Apartments, a $5 million increase for AT&T wireless services, and a $3.4 million flood control culvert project on Gardner Lane. The board will also discuss medical insurance for county employees for fiscal year 2025/26 and accept quarterly collection reports.
- Desert Dove Apartments: $1M affordable housing gap funding and $1.6M revenue agreement
- AT&T wireless services contract increased by $5M to $9.5M cumulative
- SFPP, L.P. flood control culvert project on Gardner Lane for $3,395,260
- Tucson Asphalt Contractors: $2,971,971 for FY25 pavement repair on Avra Valley roads
- SMS Construction: $4,608,992 for Tres Rios WRF digester lid replacement