PURSUANT TO A.R.S. § 38-431.01, THE GILA COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS WILL HOLD A MEETING AT THE GILA COUNTY COURTHOUSE, BOARD OF SUPERVISORS’ HEARING ROOM, 1400 EAST ASH STREET, GLOBE, ARIZONA. ONE OR MORE BOARD MEMBERS MAY PARTICIPATE IN THE MEETING BY TELEPHONE CONFERENCE CALL OR BY INTERACTIVE TELEVISION VIDEO (ITV).  THE MEETING IS ALSO TELEVISED TO THE GILA COUNTY TOMMIE CLINE MARTIN COMPLEX, BOARD OF SUPERVISORS' CONFERENCE ROOM, 707 S. COLCORD ROAD, PAYSON, ARIZONA. THE MEETING ROOMS WILL BE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AT 9:00 A.M.

Citizens may watch the Board meeting live-streamed at: 
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkCHWVqrI5AmJKbvYbO-k2A/live

Citizens may submit written comments related to the July 7th Regular Meeting agenda by no later than 5 p.m. on Monday, July 6th, by emailing the Clerk of the Board at casrarynezami@gilacountyaz.gov or calling 928-402-4390.  Citizens may also submit written comments during the meeting through YouTube.  Please include the meeting date, agenda item number, your name, and your residence address in the email.

REGULAR MEETING - TUESDAY, JULY 7, 2026 - 10:00 A.M.

 

1.   CALL TO ORDER - PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - INVOCATION

 

2.  PRESENTATIONS:  

A.  Presentation on the activities of the County Supervisors Association (CSA) by Craig Sullivan, CSA Executive Director, including a discussion of recent legislative activities. (Craig Sullivan)

 

3.  PUBLIC HEARINGS:

A.  Information/Discussion/Action to adopt Ordinance No. 2026-02, which authorizes an amendment to the Gila County Zoning Map for Unincorporated Areas of Gila County, Arizona by changing the zoning for Assessor's parcel number 205-07-020X located in Globe, Arizona, identified as Parcel A2 of Record of Survey (ROS) 6094, currently dual zoned Commercial Three District (C3) and Residential One District Density Eight (R1-D8) to designate the entire parcel as Residential One District Density Eight (R1-D8). (Randall Pluimer)

 

4.  REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS:

A.  Information/Discussion/Action to approve Economic Development Agreement No. 2026-0303 between Gila County and the Pleasant Valley Community Council, Inc., in the amount of $15,000, funded by constituent funds from Districts 1, 2, and 3, with $5,000 coming from each Supervisor, to assist with the installation of a new air conditioning system located in the Pleasant Valley Community Center, which the Board has determined to be for the benefit of the public. (Woody Cline)

 

B.  Information/Discussion/Action to submit a recommendation of approval/disapproval to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control for an Extension of Premises/Patio Permit submitted by Katie Lynn Parks to temporarily extend the premises where liquor is permitted to be served at Bandits Restaurant in Strawberry beginning on July 20, 2026, through January 2, 2027. (Charlotte Asrarynezami)

 

C.  Information/Discussion/Action to ratify the Board of Supervisors' approval for the submittal of the Arizona Criminal Justice Commission (ACJC) FY 2027 Drug, Gang and Violent Crime Control Grant Application; approve ACJC FY 2027 Drug, Gang and Violent Crime Control Grant Agreement No. DC-27-023 in the amount of $97,688.42 for the period July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027; and authorize the Board Chairman to electronically sign the Agreement. (Joe Albo)

 

D.  Information/Discussion/Action to approve the Special Use Permit authorization ID 1219, with the United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service authorizing the Gila County Sheriff’s Office to continue the use, operation, and maintenance of the Roosevelt Lake First Aid/Rescue Station and associated improvements, with the permit term extending through December 31, 2055, and authorize the Chairman to execute all necessary documents. (Cole Labonte) 

 

E.  Information/Discussion/Action to approve an Intergovernmental Agreement with Navajo County, on behalf of the Navajo County Juvenile Detention Center for Juvenile Detention Services to house and treat detained juveniles for the period May 1, 2026, through May 1, 2027, with automatic one-year renewals up to nine years per Arizona Revised Statute §11-952(J). (Rob Keefe)

 

F.  Information/Discussion/Action to approve Contract No. 034353 - Additional Capacity with Sentinel Technologies, Inc., for additional server infrastructure capacity and related professional services, for a contract amount not to exceed $220,000, and authorize the Chairman's signature on the contract. (Carrie Bartling)

 

G.  Information/Discussion/Action to approve Amendment No. 1 to Professional Services Contract No. 060425 - Design & Planning for Construction of Russell Gulch Landfill Cell 3B with SCS Engineers; ratify the additional services previously performed for Cell 3B North Slope Stabilization Design; increase the contract amount by $29,546.40 for a revised contract amount not to exceed $55,966.40; and authorize the Chairman to execute the amendment. (Matt Rencher) 

 

H.  Information/Discussion/Action to authorize the advertisement of Request for Proposals No. GIL-RFP-2026-007 - Gila County Comprehensive Master Plan Update for professional planning services to update the Gila County Comprehensive Master Plan. (Randall Pluimer)

 

I.   Information/Discussion/Action to authorize the advertisement of Request for Proposals No. GIL-RFP-2026-008 - Vending Machine Services. (Joseph Dickison)

 

J.  Information/Discussion/Action to determine the lowest responsive and responsible bidder and award Contract No. GIL-IFB-2026-003 - Annual Contract for Advertising, Publications, and Printing to the Payson Roundup at a rate of $8.00 per column inch for legal advertising for the period of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. (Olivia Todd)

 

K.  Information/Discussion/Action to publish 2027 Tentative Budget Schedules A through G for Statutory Compliance. (Maryn Belling) 

 

L.  Information/Discussion/Action to approve Amendment No. 1 to the Intergovernmental Agreement between Gila County and Pinal County, whereby Pinal County will provide medical examiner services for the period of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, in the amount of $394,000. (Maryn Belling)

 

M.  Information/Discussion/Action to approve Amendment No. 2 to the Intergovernmental Agreement (Contract No. CTR063271) with the Arizona Department of Health Services to continue the Smoke-Free Arizona Act and update the reimbursement amount to a not-to-exceed amount of $31,620 for the period of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. (Joshua Beck)

 

N.  Information/Discussion/Action to authorize the advertisement of Request for Proposals No. GIL-RFP-2026-009 - DOE Weatherization and Other Repair and Rehabilitation Services. (Joshua Beck)

O.  Information/Discussion/Action to approve Contract No. CTR063924-GC1, based on Arizona State Procurement Cooperative Contract No. CTR063924, with Senergy Petroleum, LLC for Bulk Lubricants (Short Term), for the period of July 19, 2026, through December 31, 2026, for a contract amount not to exceed $80,000, and authorize the Chairman's signature on the contract. (Troy White)

P.  Information/Discussion/Action to approve Contract No. AS8-405-3826-GC1, based on City of Chandler Cooperative Contract No. AS8-405-3826, with Senergy Petroleum, LLC for Bulk Fuel (Short Term), for the period of July 19, 2026, through December 31, 2026, for a contract amount not to exceed $1,200,000, and authorize the Chairman's signature on the contract. (Troy White)

Q.  Information/Discussion/Action to approve U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service Special Use Authorization Amendment #1 for the Pleasant Valley Veterans Retreat Special Use Permit, incorporating the corrected legal description and changing the permit classification from Use Code 113 (Organization Camp) to Use Code 143 (Organization Camp with Government-Owned Improvements), and authorizing staff to proceed with finalizing the licensing agreement for operation of the facility. (Michael O'Driscoll)

R.  Information/Discussion/Action to approve Amendment No. 2 to Schedule F to Professional Services Agreement dated April 2, 2013, with Interim Public Management, LLC, extending the term for Interim Public Works Department Director consultant services through October 31, 2026; authorizing an additional $140,000 in compensation; increasing the cumulative contract amount to a maximum, not-to-exceed amount of $300,000; and authorizing the Chairman's signature on the Amendment. (Michael O'Driscoll)

 

S.  Information/Discussion/Action to approve Schedule G to Professional Services Agreement dated April 2, 2013, with Interim Public Management, LLC for Interim Human Resources Department Director services; authorize compensation in an amount not to exceed $75,000; and authorize the Chairman's signature on Schedule G. (Michael O'Driscoll)

B.  Approval of a Petition for Redemption of Exemption Waiver from Pennie Robinson petitioning to have the individual tax exemption for parcel 304-11-016C that is deemed waived by A.R.S. § 42-11153(A) redeemed for tax year 2026. This item was removed from Consent Agenda for discussion and voted on separately.

 

5.  CONSENT AGENDA ACTION ITEMS: (Any matter on the Consent Agenda will be removed from the Consent Agenda and discussed and voted upon as a regular agenda item upon the request of any member of the Board of Supervisors.)

A.  Approval of a Special Event Liquor License Application submitted by the Rim Country Friends of Tonto Natural Bridge State Park, Inc., for a special event to be held on September 26, 2026, at the Tonto Natural Bridge State Park.

 

B.  Approval of a Petition for Redemption of Exemption Waiver from Pennie Robinson petitioning to have the individual tax exemption for parcel 304-11-016C that is deemed waived by A.R.S. § 42-11153(A) redeemed for tax year 2026. This item was removed from Consent Agenda for discussion and voted on separately.

 

C.  Approval of a Petition for Redemption of Exemption Waiver from Donald Ray Byars petitioning to have the individual tax exemption for parcel 302-60-004N that is deemed waived by A.R.S. § 42-11153(A) redeemed for tax year 2026.

 

D.  Approval of a Petition for Redemption of Exemption Waiver from Keith J. Wagner petitioning to have the individual tax exemption for parcel 302-34-292E that is deemed waived by A.R.S. § 42-11153(A) redeemed for tax year 2026.

 

E.  Approval of a Petition for Redemption of Exemption Waiver from Ruben G. Sanchez petitioning to have the individual tax exemption for parcel 302-71-023 that is deemed waived by A.R.S. § 42-11153(A) redeemed for tax year 2026.

 

F.  Approval of a Petition for Redemption of Exemption Waiver from Christine D. Andrade petitioning to have the individual tax exemption for parcel 304-01-087 that is deemed waived by A.R.S. § 42-11153(A) redeemed for tax year 2026.

 

G.  Approval of the Board of Supervisors, April 26, 2026; May 12, 2026; May 19, 2026; and May 26, 2026, Meeting Minutes. 

 

H.  Acknowledgment of the May 2026 monthly report submitted by the Clerk of the Superior Court.

 

I.  Acknowledgment of the May 2026 monthly report submitted by the Globe Regional Justice of the Peace Office.

 

J.  Acknowledgment of the May 2026 monthly report submitted by the Globe Regional Constable’s Office.

 

K.  Acknowledgment of the May 2026 monthly report submitted by the Payson Regional Constable’s Office.

 

L.  Acknowledgment of the Report of County Manager-Approved Contracts Under $50,000 for the month of April 2026.

 

M.  Acknowledgment of the Report of County Manager-Approved Contracts Under $50,000 for the Month of May 2026.

6.  CALL TO THE PUBLIC:   A call to the public is held for public benefit to allow individuals to address the Board of Supervisors on any issue within the jurisdiction of the Board of Supervisors. Board members may not discuss items that are not specifically identified on the agenda. Therefore, pursuant to Arizona Revised Statute § 38-431.01(I), at the conclusion of an open call to the public, individual members of the Board of Supervisors may respond to criticism made by those who have addressed the Board, may ask staff to review a matter or may ask that a matter be put on a future agenda for further discussion and decision at a future date.

 

7.  SUMMARY OF CURRENT EVENTS:   At any time during this meeting pursuant to A.R.S. § 38-431.02(K), members of the Board of Supervisors and the County Manager may present a brief summary of current events.  No action may be taken on the information presented.

 

8.  REQUEST FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEM(S):   Members of the Board of Supervisors may request for future agenda item(s) and/or reports to be presented at an upcoming meeting. The Board of Supervisors may not propose, discuss, deliberate, or take legal action on a request for a future agenda item unless the specific matter is properly noticed for legal action. Subject to the discretion of the Chairman, the item may be included on a future regular or work session agenda.

 

9.  WORK SESSION ITEMS:

A.  Information/Discussion regarding Gila County Community Development Department 2025-2026 accomplishments and updates on upcoming projects for the year ahead. (Randall Pluimer)

 

B.  Information/Discussion regarding the Facilities & Land Management Department Capital Project Portfolio Update and review current projects, future priorities, and funding considerations to ensure capital investments align with Board goals and County needs. (Joseph Dickison)

 

C.  Information/Discussion regarding the status of flood recovery projects, associated funding resources, and the 220-day completion timeline requirements for NRCS Emergency Watershed Protection projects. (Matt Rencher) This item was tabled.
 

D.  Information/ Discussion regarding the Past, Present, and Future of the Russell Gulch Landfill and the life expectancies of the Stage 3A and Stage 3B Expansions. (Matt Rencher)