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.
County Manager's Report (Information Only). (Greg Stanley)
Purchasing Division Report - December 3, 2014 (Randon Riffey/Leo Lew)
CONSENT ITEMS B - F & H - P 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. *B. Discussion/approval/disapproval of the current billings before the Board. (Sheri Cluff) *C. Discussion/approval/disapproval of the Acquisition of Control Application, series 09, License No. 09110056, of Michael Joseph Basha for Basha's #82 located at 5311 S. Superstition Mtn Dr., Gold Canyon, Arizona 85219. (Sheri Cluff) *D. Discussion/approval/disapproval to allow use of the vacant lot located at 383 N. Main Street, Florence, Arizona, by the Town of Florence on December 5, 2014 for a holiday bazaar associated with the Christmas on Main Street event ("event") sponsored by the Town of Florence. (Jack Flindt) *E. Discussion/approval/disapproval of grant funding from the San Carlos Apache Tribe in the amount of $10,213.93. Funds will be used to partially fund phase 2 of the Dudleyville Water System Improvements Project. This funding requires a fiscal year 2014-2015 budget amendment to transfer reserve appropriation only from Fund 213 to increase revenue and expenditure appropriations in the Capital Projects (Fund 144). There will be no impact on the General Fund Budget. (Kent Taylor/Greg Stanley) *F. Discussion/approval/disapproval to amend the fiscal year 2014/2015 budget to transfer $73,523.75 Fund 124 (PW-Developer Roadway Contribution) Cost Center 61249020 (Monies in Lieu of Construction) to Fund 295 (PW-Transportation Excise Tax) Cost Center 62955169 (Guadalupe/Delaware-Meridian improvements). The total cost of this road improvement project is $346,523.75, which is being shared by Fund 124 (21% $73,523.75) and Fund 295 (79% $273,000). (AD14-013) (Tim Ruiz/Louis Andersen) *H. Discussion/approval/disapproval of Resolution No. 120314-RD14-039, a resolution accepting the easement granting a perpetual right and easement for the purpose of constructing and maintaining a public highway within Section 24 T1N, R8E, within Supervisory District #5, in the unincorporated area of Pinal County. (RD14-039) (Stephanie Sullivan/Louis Andersen) *I. Discussion/approval/disapproval of Resolution No. 120314-RD14-040, a resolution accepting the Warranty Deed dated February 11, 1991 conveying all right title and interest Grantors held in certain real property to Pinal County for street purposes, within Section 24 T1N, R8E, within Supervisory District #5, in the unincorporated area of Pinal County. (RD14-040) (Stephanie Sullivan/Louis Andersen) *J. Discussion/approval/disapproval of Special Event Permit SEP-027-14: Carrie Ribeiro, applicant, to allow the “Polar Fest ” event at the Walker Butte School of the Florence Unified School District, 29697 N Desert Willow Blvd, APN 210-20-002G, to be held on December 6, 2014 from 6:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. (Emma Cortez/Himanshu Patel) *K. Discussion/approval/disapproval of Final Plat of Ironwood Crossing Unit 2 and Resolution No. 120314-IC-U2 , accepting bond number 764496S from Developers Surety and Indemnity Company as financial assurance for completion of major infrastructure for this subdivision development. (Dedrick Denton/Himanshu Patel) *L. Discussion/approval/disapproval of Resolution No. 120314-PFA. a resolution, pursuant to A.R.S. §14-5601A and the Arizona Code Of Judicial Administration SEC. 7-202E(2)(D), to appoint Geraldine Roll, as the Pinal County Public Fiduciary. The term of the appointment will be effective December 3, 2014. With this appointment, the Interim Principal Public Fiduciary, Patricia Espinoza, will return to a Case Manager III position. (Geraldine Roll/Leo Lew) *M. Discussion/approval/disapproval of the Tribal Award between the Pinal County and the Gila River Indian Community in the amount of $22,334.00. These funds will be used for the purchase of 2 (two) Explosive Magazine Containers (including concrete pad and fencing). This award requires a fiscal year 2014-2015 budget amendment to transfer reserve appropriation only from Fund 213 to increase revenue and expenditure appropriations in the Sheriff/Indian Gaming Grants Fund (Fund 209). There will be no impact on the General Fund Budget. (Paul Babeu) *N. Discussion/approval/disapproval of the Intergovernmental Agreement between the Sheriff's Office (Affiliated Agency), Phoenix Police Department (Primary Grantee) and the Arizona ICAC (Internet Crimes Against Children) Task Force. The purpose of this IGA is to memorialize parties' agreement to work together to assist the ICAC Task Force in its efforts to investigate, prosecute, and deter the possession, production, and distribution of unlawful images depicting the sexual exploitation of minors and the utilization of the Internet to seek children as sexual victims. (Paul Babeu) *O. Discussion/approval/disapproval of proposed settlement of property tax valuation appeal case number TX2013-000614, pending in the Arizona Tax Court, and authorization of counsel to execute all documents necessary to finalize settlement. (Lando Voyles/Chris Keller) *P. Discussion/approval/disapproval of the request by the Honorable Stephen F. McCarville, Presiding Judge, for the appointment/reappointment of John L. Ellsworth, Nancy Discher, Eustino Tarango, Thomas R. Shope, and Lyle D. Riggs. Said appointment is made by the Presiding Judge of the Superior court. No additional budget capacity is required as funds previously allocated for pro tem judges is sufficient at this time. Approval of this request will authorize Human Resources to create new positions, in cost center 2600214, if no vacant positions are available in that cost center. (Rick Lewis)
Discussion/approval/disapproval of the minutes of November 12 & 19, 2014. (Sheri Cluff)
Discussion/approval/disapproval of an Intergovernmental Agreement between Ak-Chin Indian Community and Pinal County to define responsibilities and establish the cost share for the Maricopa – Casa Grande Highway (aka: Highway) at the Santa Cruz Wash Crossing project. Ak-Chin and Pinal County find it necessary and desirable to provide access from the Highway to the Ak-Chin Commerce Center via Antone Street, an existing road; open to the general public at all times; not presently accessible by the Highway. The purpose of this agreement is to provide funding in the amount of $94,000 to Pinal by Ak-Chin to construct a left turn lane for east bound traffic on the Highway for north bound access to Antone Street. (GA14-007) (John Kraft/Louis Andersen)
Meeting of the Pinal County Public Health Services District Board of Directors (Tom Schryer/Leo Lew) CONSENT ITEMS A & B 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 Public Health Services District Board of Directors meeting minutes of November 19, 2014. (Sheri Cluff) *B. Discussion/approval/disapproval of the University Physicians Healthcare dba The University of Arizona Health Plans for medical services. The term of the Letter of Agreement is January 1, 2015 and will continue until a formal contractual agreement is executed between UAHP and Pinal County. (Tom Schryer/Leo Lew)
Pinal County Flood Control District Board of Directors. (Elise Moore/Louis Andersen) (1) Discussion/approval/disapproval of the Pinal County Flood Control Board of Directors meeting minutes of November 19, 2014. (Sheri Cluff) (2) Discussion/approval/disapproval of filing an action in the Pinal County Superior Court against Joseph Sparling, Olga Sparling, Daria Sparling and Bernita Howe seeking enforcement of the Pinal County Floodplain Ordinance to abate a nuisance and enjoin continued violations of actions taken which have altered, diverted, retarded and obstructed waters in a water course. (Continued from November 19, 2014) (Lando Voyles/Kevin Constello)
Meeting of the Pinal County Library District Board of Directors. (Denise Keller/Leo Lew) (1) Discussion/approval/disapproval of the Library District Board of Directors meeting minutes of October 1, 2014. (Sheri Cluff) (2) A presentation by Denise Keller, Library Director, reporting on statistical highlights and major accomplishments for the Library District for FY 2013/2014. (Denise Keller/Leo Lew)
Public hearing and discussion of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. The purpose of this hearing is to provide an overview of the CDBG program for members of the public, and to provide an opportunity to suggest project ideas. (Kolya McCleave/Leo Lew)
(9) Executive session pursuant to ARS 38-431.03(A)(3)(4) for legal advice and discussion of contemplated litigation and/or settlement discussions concerning a Notice of Proposed Adjustment from the IRS related to the Series 2004 Certificates of Participation by Pinal County. (Greg Stanley/Marc Oberdoff(outside counsel)) (10) Discussion/approval/disapproval to authorize the County Manager in conjunction with legal counsel to pursue a negotiated settlement with the IRS concerning the Notice of Proposed Adjustment to Pinal County Series 2004 Certificates of Participation in an amount discussed in executive session and to pursue all legal remedies and defenses should settlement negotiations prove unsuccessful. (Greg Stanley/Marc Oberdoff (outside counsel)) ADJOURNMENT
Dec 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.
County Manager's Report (Information Only). (Greg Stanley)
Purchasing Division Report - December 3, 2014 (Randon Riffey/Leo Lew)
CONSENT ITEMS B - F & H - P 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. *B. Discussion/approval/disapproval of the current billings before the Board. (Sheri Cluff) *C. Discussion/approval/disapproval of the Acquisition of Control Application, series 09, License No. 09110056, of Michael Joseph Basha for Basha's #82 located at 5311 S. Superstition Mtn Dr., Gold Canyon, Arizona 85219. (Sheri Cluff) *D. Discussion/approval/disapproval to allow use of the vacant lot located at 383 N. Main Street, Florence, Arizona, by the Town of Florence on December 5, 2014 for a holiday bazaar associated with the Christmas on Main Street event ("event") sponsored by the Town of Florence. (Jack Flindt) *E. Discussion/approval/disapproval of grant funding from the San Carlos Apache Tribe in the amount of $10,213.93. Funds will be used to partially fund phase 2 of the Dudleyville Water System Improvements Project. This funding requires a fiscal year 2014-2015 budget amendment to transfer reserve appropriation only from Fund 213 to increase revenue and expenditure appropriations in the Capital Projects (Fund 144). There will be no impact on the General Fund Budget. (Kent Taylor/Greg Stanley) *F. Discussion/approval/disapproval to amend the fiscal year 2014/2015 budget to transfer $73,523.75 Fund 124 (PW-Developer Roadway Contribution) Cost Center 61249020 (Monies in Lieu of Construction) to Fund 295 (PW-Transportation Excise Tax) Cost Center 62955169 (Guadalupe/Delaware-Meridian improvements). The total cost of this road improvement project is $346,523.75, which is being shared by Fund 124 (21% $73,523.75) and Fund 295 (79% $273,000). (AD14-013) (Tim Ruiz/Louis Andersen) *H. Discussion/approval/disapproval of Resolution No. 120314-RD14-039, a resolution accepting the easement granting a perpetual right and easement for the purpose of constructing and maintaining a public highway within Section 24 T1N, R8E, within Supervisory District #5, in the unincorporated area of Pinal County. (RD14-039) (Stephanie Sullivan/Louis Andersen) *I. Discussion/approval/disapproval of Resolution No. 120314-RD14-040, a resolution accepting the Warranty Deed dated February 11, 1991 conveying all right title and interest Grantors held in certain real property to Pinal County for street purposes, within Section 24 T1N, R8E, within Supervisory District #5, in the unincorporated area of Pinal County. (RD14-040) (Stephanie Sullivan/Louis Andersen) *J. Discussion/approval/disapproval of Special Event Permit SEP-027-14: Carrie Ribeiro, applicant, to allow the “Polar Fest ” event at the Walker Butte School of the Florence Unified School District, 29697 N Desert Willow Blvd, APN 210-20-002G, to be held on December 6, 2014 from 6:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. (Emma Cortez/Himanshu Patel) *K. Discussion/approval/disapproval of Final Plat of Ironwood Crossing Unit 2 and Resolution No. 120314-IC-U2 , accepting bond number 764496S from Developers Surety and Indemnity Company as financial assurance for completion of major infrastructure for this subdivision development. (Dedrick Denton/Himanshu Patel) *L. Discussion/approval/disapproval of Resolution No. 120314-PFA. a resolution, pursuant to A.R.S. §14-5601A and the Arizona Code Of Judicial Administration SEC. 7-202E(2)(D), to appoint Geraldine Roll, as the Pinal County Public Fiduciary. The term of the appointment will be effective December 3, 2014. With this appointment, the Interim Principal Public Fiduciary, Patricia Espinoza, will return to a Case Manager III position. (Geraldine Roll/Leo Lew) *M. Discussion/approval/disapproval of the Tribal Award between the Pinal County and the Gila River Indian Community in the amount of $22,334.00. These funds will be used for the purchase of 2 (two) Explosive Magazine Containers (including concrete pad and fencing). This award requires a fiscal year 2014-2015 budget amendment to transfer reserve appropriation only from Fund 213 to increase revenue and expenditure appropriations in the Sheriff/Indian Gaming Grants Fund (Fund 209). There will be no impact on the General Fund Budget. (Paul Babeu) *N. Discussion/approval/disapproval of the Intergovernmental Agreement between the Sheriff's Office (Affiliated Agency), Phoenix Police Department (Primary Grantee) and the Arizona ICAC (Internet Crimes Against Children) Task Force. The purpose of this IGA is to memorialize parties' agreement to work together to assist the ICAC Task Force in its efforts to investigate, prosecute, and deter the possession, production, and distribution of unlawful images depicting the sexual exploitation of minors and the utilization of the Internet to seek children as sexual victims. (Paul Babeu) *O. Discussion/approval/disapproval of proposed settlement of property tax valuation appeal case number TX2013-000614, pending in the Arizona Tax Court, and authorization of counsel to execute all documents necessary to finalize settlement. (Lando Voyles/Chris Keller) *P. Discussion/approval/disapproval of the request by the Honorable Stephen F. McCarville, Presiding Judge, for the appointment/reappointment of John L. Ellsworth, Nancy Discher, Eustino Tarango, Thomas R. Shope, and Lyle D. Riggs. Said appointment is made by the Presiding Judge of the Superior court. No additional budget capacity is required as funds previously allocated for pro tem judges is sufficient at this time. Approval of this request will authorize Human Resources to create new positions, in cost center 2600214, if no vacant positions are available in that cost center. (Rick Lewis)
Discussion/approval/disapproval of the minutes of November 12 & 19, 2014. (Sheri Cluff)
Discussion/approval/disapproval of an Intergovernmental Agreement between Ak-Chin Indian Community and Pinal County to define responsibilities and establish the cost share for the Maricopa – Casa Grande Highway (aka: Highway) at the Santa Cruz Wash Crossing project. Ak-Chin and Pinal County find it necessary and desirable to provide access from the Highway to the Ak-Chin Commerce Center via Antone Street, an existing road; open to the general public at all times; not presently accessible by the Highway. The purpose of this agreement is to provide funding in the amount of $94,000 to Pinal by Ak-Chin to construct a left turn lane for east bound traffic on the Highway for north bound access to Antone Street. (GA14-007) (John Kraft/Louis Andersen)
Meeting of the Pinal County Public Health Services District Board of Directors (Tom Schryer/Leo Lew) CONSENT ITEMS A & B 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 Public Health Services District Board of Directors meeting minutes of November 19, 2014. (Sheri Cluff) *B. Discussion/approval/disapproval of the University Physicians Healthcare dba The University of Arizona Health Plans for medical services. The term of the Letter of Agreement is January 1, 2015 and will continue until a formal contractual agreement is executed between UAHP and Pinal County. (Tom Schryer/Leo Lew)
Pinal County Flood Control District Board of Directors. (Elise Moore/Louis Andersen) (1) Discussion/approval/disapproval of the Pinal County Flood Control Board of Directors meeting minutes of November 19, 2014. (Sheri Cluff) (2) Discussion/approval/disapproval of filing an action in the Pinal County Superior Court against Joseph Sparling, Olga Sparling, Daria Sparling and Bernita Howe seeking enforcement of the Pinal County Floodplain Ordinance to abate a nuisance and enjoin continued violations of actions taken which have altered, diverted, retarded and obstructed waters in a water course. (Continued from November 19, 2014) (Lando Voyles/Kevin Constello)
Meeting of the Pinal County Library District Board of Directors. (Denise Keller/Leo Lew) (1) Discussion/approval/disapproval of the Library District Board of Directors meeting minutes of October 1, 2014. (Sheri Cluff) (2) A presentation by Denise Keller, Library Director, reporting on statistical highlights and major accomplishments for the Library District for FY 2013/2014. (Denise Keller/Leo Lew)
Public hearing and discussion of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. The purpose of this hearing is to provide an overview of the CDBG program for members of the public, and to provide an opportunity to suggest project ideas. (Kolya McCleave/Leo Lew)
(9) Executive session pursuant to ARS 38-431.03(A)(3)(4) for legal advice and discussion of contemplated litigation and/or settlement discussions concerning a Notice of Proposed Adjustment from the IRS related to the Series 2004 Certificates of Participation by Pinal County. (Greg Stanley/Marc Oberdoff(outside counsel)) (10) Discussion/approval/disapproval to authorize the County Manager in conjunction with legal counsel to pursue a negotiated settlement with the IRS concerning the Notice of Proposed Adjustment to Pinal County Series 2004 Certificates of Participation in an amount discussed in executive session and to pursue all legal remedies and defenses should settlement negotiations prove unsuccessful. (Greg Stanley/Marc Oberdoff (outside counsel)) ADJOURNMENT