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Magistrate term extension

The magistrate term grew from two to four years to match the justice of the peace term, and Judge Donald Garvin — just elected Gila County JP — was formally reappointed as town magistrate through 2030 under a professional services agreement.

1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Nov 10, 2026