Call to Public - Consideration and discussion of comments from the public. Those wishing to address the Pinal County Board of Supervisors need not request permission in advance. Action taken as a result of public comment will be limited to directing staff to study the matter or rescheduling the matter for further consideration and decision at a later date.
Discussion/approval/disapproval of the Proclamation of the Board of Supervisors to proclaim the week of September 8th through September 14th, 2014 as "Diaper Need Awareness Week". (Mary Lou Rosales)
Recognition of the awarding of the Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) credential to Mrs. Kate Witek. (Anthony Smith)
A. Discussion/approval/disapproval of the minutes of August 20, 2014. (Sheri Cluff) B. Discussion/approval/disapproval of the current billings before the Board. (Sheri Cluff) C. Discussion/approval/disapproval of the request for Channika Daniels, Joseph Escobar, Enedina Lopez, Alan Gregory King, Daniel C. Jahns, Sandra B. Peclet, Jesusa M. Garcia, Fred Garcia, Gloria Gervat, Ronald Konar and Brian Rak be allowed to file for widow/widowers and/or disabled persons or non-profit organization tax exemption. (Sheri Cluff) D. Discussion/approval/disapproval of the appointment of Kate Witek to the Internal Audit Officer position, Position 4337, Job Code #1012, Grade #437, Step #1. No budget amendment is needed. (Anthony Smith) E. Discussion/approval/disapproval of this Deed of Full Release for the Promissory Note Fee Number: 2002-0595203 executed by Rebecca Way dated and recorded October 31, 2002. This 10 year Forgivable Deferred Payment Loan has been satisfied. (Adeline Allen/Leo Lew) F. Discussion/approval/disapproval that the total revenues received by the Justice Courts and the Superior Court, including the Clerk of the Superior Court, exceeds the amount received in fiscal year 1997-1998. The County Treasurer shall disburse the monies as directed pursuant to ARS 41-2421, as amended. (Levi Gibson/Leo Lew) G. Discussion/approval/disapproval of the Intergovernmental Agreement regarding Arizona Vehicle Theft Task Force between the State of Arizona, through the Department of Public Safety (DPS), and the Pinal County Sheriff's Office. The purpose of the agreement is to enhance law enforcement services concerning vehicle theft. DPS agrees to reimburse Pinal County for 75% of the salary and employee related expenses (EREs) of the assigned police officer and 100% of pre-authorized Task Force related overtime hours. The required match 25%, salary and EREs will be transferred from cost center 2401016 (General Fund). The budget appropriation for this agreement was adopted in the final budget for FY 2014-15. (Paul Babeu) I. Discussion/approval/disapproval of filing a complaint in Superior Court to enforce a hearing officer decision against Michael Rickert by obtaining a court order to abate the nuisance and for a permanent injunction. (Lando Voyles/Seymour Gruber) J. Discussion/approval/disapproval to transfer reserve appropriation and amend the FY 2014 - 2015 Budget. Conciliation Services (Family Services of the Conciliation Court) received additional funding from the Federal DHHS Access and Visitation Program administered by Arizona Division of Child Support Services for Federal Funding FY 2013-2014. The additional funds will offset wages and EREs for County staff providing family mediation services and preparation of parenting plans. Conciliation Services requests an amendment to the budget for FY 2014-2015, to transfer in the required reserve appropriation of $10,520 from Fund 213. Additionally, a fund transfer in the amount of $1,492 for the required match will be transfered from the general fund (cost center 2630411) to Fund 125 (cost center 2630213). (Billie Jo Garcia/Erica Sichling) K. Discussion/approval/disapproval of an Intergovernmental Agreement between Sacaton Elementary School Dist. and Pinal County for the preparing and conducting of the School Board election to be held on November 4, 2014. (Virginia Ross) L. Discussion/approval/disapproval of an Intergovernmental Agreement between JO Combs Unified School District and Pinal County for the preparing and conducting of the Governing Board election to be held on November 4, 2014. (Virginia Ross) M. Discussion/approval/disapproval of an Intergovernmental Agreement between Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology and Pinal County for the preparing and conducting of the governing board election to be held on November 4, 2014. (Virginia Ross) N. Discussion/approval/disapproval of the official canvass of votes for the August 26, 2014 Primary Election. (Damon Hampton)
Discussion/approval/disapproval of Rescue and Restore Victims of Human Trafficking Regional Program Cooperative Agreement and Federal Award No. 90ZV0119-01 between the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Office of Refugee & Resettlement (ORR) and the Pinal County Attorney’s Office to support a regional program to enhance anti-trafficking efforts in the U.S. by building regional capacity, developing regional coalitions, conducting public awareness, and providing training and technical assistance on human trafficking issues. The grant program is scheduled thru June 30, 2017, and includes annual renewal of $90,000 in funding. This grant will require the transfer of unfunded Position 146, Victim Witness Advocate (Step 1, Job Code 916, and Grade 123) from the General Fund to Fund 268. This DHHS Award requires a FY 2014-15 budget amendment to transfer $90,000 reserve appropriation from Fund 213 to Fund 268 (Cost Center 2300438) per Notice of Award as designated in the attached Appropriation Adjustment Form. Additionally, the award requires appropriation of a transfer of $13,312 from Fund 268 to Fund 10 (Cost Center 3311001), for indirect costs reimbursed by the grant. Victim Witness Advocate 146 will be funded by the DHHS Award #90ZV0119-01. (Lando Voyles)
Meeting of the Pinal County Flood Control District Board of Directors. (Louis Andersen) CONSENT ITEMS: All items indicated by an asterisk (*) will be handled by a single vote as part of the consent agenda, unless a Board Member, County Manager, or member of the public objects at the time the agenda item is called. A. Discussion/approval/disapproval of the Pinal County Flood Control District August 20, 2014 meeting minutes. (Sheri Cluff) B. Discussion/approval/disapproval of the authorization of the Chairman of the Pinal County Flood Control District Board of Directors to sign the community acknowledgment section of the Letter of Map Revision (LOMR) application for a hydrologic analysis of the Walker Butte Wash which impacts the Town of Florence and unincorporated areas in central Pinal County. The LOMR submittal requests that FEMA revise the flow amounts for the Walker Butte Wash near Hunt Highway based on new topographic data and a revised analysis. This LOMR was prepared for the Magma Flood Control District by JE Fuller/Hydrology & Geomorphology and does not rely on the construction of any flood control structures. (Contract #FL14-008) (Christopher Wanamaker/Louis Andersen)
SUP-003-14: Glenn Hunter and Elizabeth Melti-Hunter, landowners, requesting a Special Use Permit to operate a horse boarding facility on a 1.5± acre parcel in the GR zone; situated in a portion of the north half of Section 5, T06S, R02E G&SRB&M, tax parcel 501-67-023B (legal on file) (located in the southwest corner area of Miller Rd and Sage St in the Maricopa area). Planning Commission voted 6-3 to recommend approval with thirteen (13) stipulations. (Evan Balmer/Himanshu Patel)
Public Hearing and discussion/approval/disapproval of SUP-004-14: Psalm 91, LLC, landowner, Lyle Richardson, agent, requesting a Special Use Permit to operate a private airstrip/heliport landing field and skydiving facility on a 40± acre parcel in the GR Zone; situated in a portion of the NE¼ of Section 29, T4S, R2E G&SRB&M, tax parcel 510-10-002C and 002E (legal on file) (located at the northwest corner of Sage Street and Dasher Road in the Maricopa area). Planning Commission voted 6-2 to recommend approval. (Dedrick Denton/Himanshu Patel)
Public Hearing and discussion/approval/disapproval of SUP-004-14: Psalm 91, LLC, landowner, Lyle Richardson, agent, requesting a Special Use Permit to operate a private airstrip/heliport landing field and skydiving facility on a 40± acre parcel in the GR Zone; situated in a portion of the NE¼ of Section 29, T4S, R2E G&SRB&M, tax parcel 510-10-002C and 002E (legal on file) (located at the northwest corner of Sage Street and Dasher Road in the Maricopa area). Planning Commission voted 6-2 to recommend approval. (Dedrick Denton/Himanshu Patel)
Public Hearing and discussion/approval/disapproval of SUP-004-14: Psalm 91, LLC, landowner, Lyle Richardson, agent, requesting a Special Use Permit to operate a private airstrip/heliport landing field and skydiving facility on a 40± acre parcel in the GR Zone; situated in a portion of the NE¼ of Section 29, T4S, R2E G&SRB&M, tax parcel 510-10-002C and 002E (legal on file) (located at the northwest corner of Sage Street and Dasher Road in the Maricopa area). Planning Commission voted 6-2 to recommend approval. (Dedrick Denton/Himanshu Patel)
Public Hearing and discussion/approval/disapproval of SUP-004-14: Psalm 91, LLC, landowner, Lyle Richardson, agent, requesting a Special Use Permit to operate a private airstrip/heliport landing field and skydiving facility on a 40± acre parcel in the GR Zone; situated in a portion of the NE¼ of Section 29, T4S, R2E G&SRB&M, tax parcel 510-10-002C and 002E (legal on file) (located at the northwest corner of Sage Street and Dasher Road in the Maricopa area). Planning Commission voted 6-2 to recommend approval. (Dedrick Denton/Himanshu Patel)
Public Hearing and discussion/approval/disapproval of Resolution No. 090314-AD14-004 authorizing the request to transfer the H20, Inc. Domestic Water Franchise Agreement to the Town of Queen Creek. The acquisition of H20, Inc. to the Town of Queen Creek was effective November 1, 2013. (Contract #AD14-004) (Megan Villegas/Louis Andersen)
Discussion/approval/disapproval of the engagement of Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Incorporated for the purpose of discussions about debt financing of capital and potential refinancing of existing debt. The engagement letters are needed in order to obtain services of Stifel to provide options concerning structure, timing, terms and other similar matters related to debt financing. The recommended action is that the Board allow the County Manager to sign the engagement letters. (Greg Stanley)
Discussion/approval/disapproval for a one time waiver of Pinal County policy 7.3 in order to approve the vacation time pay-out for eight (8) probationary detention officers and five (5) probationary detention aides to receive pay for vacation accruals earned while on probation in the amount of $7,933, who were terminated on August 16, 2014 due to the reduced budget as passed by the Board of Supervisors on August 6, 2014 associated with the loss of the ICE Contract. The total cost, including EREs, of $8,726 will be paid from the existing PCSO 2401018 Operating Budget FY 14/15. (Paul Babeu)
Discussion/approval/disapproval of appointment of Michael Cafiso from Greenberg Traurig, LLP as bond counsel to advise and represent the Board of Supervisors concerning potential bond issuances and/or refinancing of current obligations. The County Attorney pursuant to the requirements of Pinal County Procurement Code section PC1-105(E)(4) grants his consent to this appointment. (Lando Voyles/Chris Keller)
Discussion/approval/disapproval of appointment of outside counsel Stephen Tully of Hinshaw & Culberton to represent and advise the Pinal County Sheriff's Office in matters related to budget cuts and staffing recommendations or reductions in force related to or stemming from Pinal County's termination of the Homeland Security Contract effective July 2014. The County Attorney pursuant to the requirements of Pinal County Procurement Code section PC1-105 (E)(4) grants his consent to this appointment. (Lando Voyles/Chris Keller)
Executive Session pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.03A(3) and (4) to discuss requested compromise of civil penalty awarded against Reynaldo Villicana in CV2014-00174 and direct counsel regarding any further proceedings. (Lando Voyles/Kevin Costello)
Discussion/approval/disapproval of waiving the fine of seven hundred and fifty dollars ($750.00) levied against Reynaldo Villicana in CV2014-00174 for failure to install an approved septic system due to Mr. Villicana bringing his property into compliance and his demonstrated inability to pay. (Lando Voyles/Kevin Costello)
Sep 03, 2014 BOS Regular Session
Call to Public - Consideration and discussion of comments from the public. Those wishing to address the Pinal County Board of Supervisors need not request permission in advance. Action taken as a result of public comment will be limited to directing staff to study the matter or rescheduling the matter for further consideration and decision at a later date.
Discussion/approval/disapproval of the Proclamation of the Board of Supervisors to proclaim the week of September 8th through September 14th, 2014 as "Diaper Need Awareness Week". (Mary Lou Rosales)
Recognition of the awarding of the Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) credential to Mrs. Kate Witek. (Anthony Smith)
A. Discussion/approval/disapproval of the minutes of August 20, 2014. (Sheri Cluff) B. Discussion/approval/disapproval of the current billings before the Board. (Sheri Cluff) C. Discussion/approval/disapproval of the request for Channika Daniels, Joseph Escobar, Enedina Lopez, Alan Gregory King, Daniel C. Jahns, Sandra B. Peclet, Jesusa M. Garcia, Fred Garcia, Gloria Gervat, Ronald Konar and Brian Rak be allowed to file for widow/widowers and/or disabled persons or non-profit organization tax exemption. (Sheri Cluff) D. Discussion/approval/disapproval of the appointment of Kate Witek to the Internal Audit Officer position, Position 4337, Job Code #1012, Grade #437, Step #1. No budget amendment is needed. (Anthony Smith) E. Discussion/approval/disapproval of this Deed of Full Release for the Promissory Note Fee Number: 2002-0595203 executed by Rebecca Way dated and recorded October 31, 2002. This 10 year Forgivable Deferred Payment Loan has been satisfied. (Adeline Allen/Leo Lew) F. Discussion/approval/disapproval that the total revenues received by the Justice Courts and the Superior Court, including the Clerk of the Superior Court, exceeds the amount received in fiscal year 1997-1998. The County Treasurer shall disburse the monies as directed pursuant to ARS 41-2421, as amended. (Levi Gibson/Leo Lew) G. Discussion/approval/disapproval of the Intergovernmental Agreement regarding Arizona Vehicle Theft Task Force between the State of Arizona, through the Department of Public Safety (DPS), and the Pinal County Sheriff's Office. The purpose of the agreement is to enhance law enforcement services concerning vehicle theft. DPS agrees to reimburse Pinal County for 75% of the salary and employee related expenses (EREs) of the assigned police officer and 100% of pre-authorized Task Force related overtime hours. The required match 25%, salary and EREs will be transferred from cost center 2401016 (General Fund). The budget appropriation for this agreement was adopted in the final budget for FY 2014-15. (Paul Babeu) I. Discussion/approval/disapproval of filing a complaint in Superior Court to enforce a hearing officer decision against Michael Rickert by obtaining a court order to abate the nuisance and for a permanent injunction. (Lando Voyles/Seymour Gruber) J. Discussion/approval/disapproval to transfer reserve appropriation and amend the FY 2014 - 2015 Budget. Conciliation Services (Family Services of the Conciliation Court) received additional funding from the Federal DHHS Access and Visitation Program administered by Arizona Division of Child Support Services for Federal Funding FY 2013-2014. The additional funds will offset wages and EREs for County staff providing family mediation services and preparation of parenting plans. Conciliation Services requests an amendment to the budget for FY 2014-2015, to transfer in the required reserve appropriation of $10,520 from Fund 213. Additionally, a fund transfer in the amount of $1,492 for the required match will be transfered from the general fund (cost center 2630411) to Fund 125 (cost center 2630213). (Billie Jo Garcia/Erica Sichling) K. Discussion/approval/disapproval of an Intergovernmental Agreement between Sacaton Elementary School Dist. and Pinal County for the preparing and conducting of the School Board election to be held on November 4, 2014. (Virginia Ross) L. Discussion/approval/disapproval of an Intergovernmental Agreement between JO Combs Unified School District and Pinal County for the preparing and conducting of the Governing Board election to be held on November 4, 2014. (Virginia Ross) M. Discussion/approval/disapproval of an Intergovernmental Agreement between Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology and Pinal County for the preparing and conducting of the governing board election to be held on November 4, 2014. (Virginia Ross) N. Discussion/approval/disapproval of the official canvass of votes for the August 26, 2014 Primary Election. (Damon Hampton)
Discussion/approval/disapproval of Rescue and Restore Victims of Human Trafficking Regional Program Cooperative Agreement and Federal Award No. 90ZV0119-01 between the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Office of Refugee & Resettlement (ORR) and the Pinal County Attorney’s Office to support a regional program to enhance anti-trafficking efforts in the U.S. by building regional capacity, developing regional coalitions, conducting public awareness, and providing training and technical assistance on human trafficking issues. The grant program is scheduled thru June 30, 2017, and includes annual renewal of $90,000 in funding. This grant will require the transfer of unfunded Position 146, Victim Witness Advocate (Step 1, Job Code 916, and Grade 123) from the General Fund to Fund 268. This DHHS Award requires a FY 2014-15 budget amendment to transfer $90,000 reserve appropriation from Fund 213 to Fund 268 (Cost Center 2300438) per Notice of Award as designated in the attached Appropriation Adjustment Form. Additionally, the award requires appropriation of a transfer of $13,312 from Fund 268 to Fund 10 (Cost Center 3311001), for indirect costs reimbursed by the grant. Victim Witness Advocate 146 will be funded by the DHHS Award #90ZV0119-01. (Lando Voyles)
Meeting of the Pinal County Flood Control District Board of Directors. (Louis Andersen) CONSENT ITEMS: All items indicated by an asterisk (*) will be handled by a single vote as part of the consent agenda, unless a Board Member, County Manager, or member of the public objects at the time the agenda item is called. A. Discussion/approval/disapproval of the Pinal County Flood Control District August 20, 2014 meeting minutes. (Sheri Cluff) B. Discussion/approval/disapproval of the authorization of the Chairman of the Pinal County Flood Control District Board of Directors to sign the community acknowledgment section of the Letter of Map Revision (LOMR) application for a hydrologic analysis of the Walker Butte Wash which impacts the Town of Florence and unincorporated areas in central Pinal County. The LOMR submittal requests that FEMA revise the flow amounts for the Walker Butte Wash near Hunt Highway based on new topographic data and a revised analysis. This LOMR was prepared for the Magma Flood Control District by JE Fuller/Hydrology & Geomorphology and does not rely on the construction of any flood control structures. (Contract #FL14-008) (Christopher Wanamaker/Louis Andersen)
SUP-003-14: Glenn Hunter and Elizabeth Melti-Hunter, landowners, requesting a Special Use Permit to operate a horse boarding facility on a 1.5± acre parcel in the GR zone; situated in a portion of the north half of Section 5, T06S, R02E G&SRB&M, tax parcel 501-67-023B (legal on file) (located in the southwest corner area of Miller Rd and Sage St in the Maricopa area). Planning Commission voted 6-3 to recommend approval with thirteen (13) stipulations. (Evan Balmer/Himanshu Patel)
Public Hearing and discussion/approval/disapproval of SUP-004-14: Psalm 91, LLC, landowner, Lyle Richardson, agent, requesting a Special Use Permit to operate a private airstrip/heliport landing field and skydiving facility on a 40± acre parcel in the GR Zone; situated in a portion of the NE¼ of Section 29, T4S, R2E G&SRB&M, tax parcel 510-10-002C and 002E (legal on file) (located at the northwest corner of Sage Street and Dasher Road in the Maricopa area). Planning Commission voted 6-2 to recommend approval. (Dedrick Denton/Himanshu Patel)
Public Hearing and discussion/approval/disapproval of SUP-004-14: Psalm 91, LLC, landowner, Lyle Richardson, agent, requesting a Special Use Permit to operate a private airstrip/heliport landing field and skydiving facility on a 40± acre parcel in the GR Zone; situated in a portion of the NE¼ of Section 29, T4S, R2E G&SRB&M, tax parcel 510-10-002C and 002E (legal on file) (located at the northwest corner of Sage Street and Dasher Road in the Maricopa area). Planning Commission voted 6-2 to recommend approval. (Dedrick Denton/Himanshu Patel)
Public Hearing and discussion/approval/disapproval of SUP-004-14: Psalm 91, LLC, landowner, Lyle Richardson, agent, requesting a Special Use Permit to operate a private airstrip/heliport landing field and skydiving facility on a 40± acre parcel in the GR Zone; situated in a portion of the NE¼ of Section 29, T4S, R2E G&SRB&M, tax parcel 510-10-002C and 002E (legal on file) (located at the northwest corner of Sage Street and Dasher Road in the Maricopa area). Planning Commission voted 6-2 to recommend approval. (Dedrick Denton/Himanshu Patel)
Public Hearing and discussion/approval/disapproval of SUP-004-14: Psalm 91, LLC, landowner, Lyle Richardson, agent, requesting a Special Use Permit to operate a private airstrip/heliport landing field and skydiving facility on a 40± acre parcel in the GR Zone; situated in a portion of the NE¼ of Section 29, T4S, R2E G&SRB&M, tax parcel 510-10-002C and 002E (legal on file) (located at the northwest corner of Sage Street and Dasher Road in the Maricopa area). Planning Commission voted 6-2 to recommend approval. (Dedrick Denton/Himanshu Patel)
Public Hearing and discussion/approval/disapproval of Resolution No. 090314-AD14-004 authorizing the request to transfer the H20, Inc. Domestic Water Franchise Agreement to the Town of Queen Creek. The acquisition of H20, Inc. to the Town of Queen Creek was effective November 1, 2013. (Contract #AD14-004) (Megan Villegas/Louis Andersen)
Discussion/approval/disapproval of the engagement of Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Incorporated for the purpose of discussions about debt financing of capital and potential refinancing of existing debt. The engagement letters are needed in order to obtain services of Stifel to provide options concerning structure, timing, terms and other similar matters related to debt financing. The recommended action is that the Board allow the County Manager to sign the engagement letters. (Greg Stanley)
Discussion/approval/disapproval for a one time waiver of Pinal County policy 7.3 in order to approve the vacation time pay-out for eight (8) probationary detention officers and five (5) probationary detention aides to receive pay for vacation accruals earned while on probation in the amount of $7,933, who were terminated on August 16, 2014 due to the reduced budget as passed by the Board of Supervisors on August 6, 2014 associated with the loss of the ICE Contract. The total cost, including EREs, of $8,726 will be paid from the existing PCSO 2401018 Operating Budget FY 14/15. (Paul Babeu)
Discussion/approval/disapproval of appointment of Michael Cafiso from Greenberg Traurig, LLP as bond counsel to advise and represent the Board of Supervisors concerning potential bond issuances and/or refinancing of current obligations. The County Attorney pursuant to the requirements of Pinal County Procurement Code section PC1-105(E)(4) grants his consent to this appointment. (Lando Voyles/Chris Keller)
Discussion/approval/disapproval of appointment of outside counsel Stephen Tully of Hinshaw & Culberton to represent and advise the Pinal County Sheriff's Office in matters related to budget cuts and staffing recommendations or reductions in force related to or stemming from Pinal County's termination of the Homeland Security Contract effective July 2014. The County Attorney pursuant to the requirements of Pinal County Procurement Code section PC1-105 (E)(4) grants his consent to this appointment. (Lando Voyles/Chris Keller)
Executive Session pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.03A(3) and (4) to discuss requested compromise of civil penalty awarded against Reynaldo Villicana in CV2014-00174 and direct counsel regarding any further proceedings. (Lando Voyles/Kevin Costello)
Discussion/approval/disapproval of waiving the fine of seven hundred and fifty dollars ($750.00) levied against Reynaldo Villicana in CV2014-00174 for failure to install an approved septic system due to Mr. Villicana bringing his property into compliance and his demonstrated inability to pay. (Lando Voyles/Kevin Costello)