Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Gila County, Arizona public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
6 issues with low priority
EPA Brownfields Assessment Grant
The county has an EPA grant to assess contaminated or underused sites for redevelopment. Priority properties and the budget were on the agenda.
Library funding for Hayden and Tonto Basin
The Board, sitting as the Library District Board, was scheduled to ratify a $5,000 enrichment grant for the Hayden Public Library and a $3,000 agreement to repair the Tonto Basin Public Library parking lot.
JAVS audio/visual expansion to Globe courtrooms
County staff considered expanding the JAVS recording system into the Globe courtrooms and the Board's Hearing Room, which would improve the official record of court and county proceedings.
County property adjacent to Gila Community College (Payson)
The Board went into executive session to discuss its legal position on county-owned land next to Gila Community College in Payson. The eventual decision could affect the future use or disposition of that property.
Discounted spay/neuter services expansion
The Board was scheduled to let the Animal Care & Control Division apply for a $10,000 state grant to expand discounted spay/neuter services for county pet owners.
Gila County Fairgrounds Update
Staff presented an operational, financial, and capital improvement update on the Gila County Fairgrounds, and Board members could offer recommendations. The fairgrounds host the county fair and community events.