Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Pima County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
6 issues in taxes budget
Appointment of New Pima County Treasurer
The Board appointed Jorge Soto as the new Pima County Treasurer after a competitive selection process to bring stability to an office that has seen multiple treasurers in two years.
Establishment of Debt and Financial Transparency Advisory Commission
The county treasurer's office requested a budget remediation plan to cover overages in postage, software, and personnel costs for fiscal year 2025/26.
County Employee Compensation and Tiered Pay Scale
County employees and union representatives urged the Board of Supervisors to replace proposed flat 3% salary adjustments with progressive tiered raises to protect lower-paid frontline workers against severe inflation.
County Base Expenditure Limit Adjustment
Staff warned that the county is approaching its constitutional spending cap, prompting the board to advance plans for a voter-approved base adjustment.
Federal School Relief Grant Funding
Pima County approved an agreement to recover nearly $1.2 million in federal school relief funds after an initial denial by the U.S. Department of Education. The expedited vote was necessary to meet a strict federal submission deadline.
Project Blue Land Sale Proceeds Allocation
The board delayed deciding how to spend $20.8 million from the Project Blue land sale to allow more time for public review. Supervisors discussed dedicating funds to economic development, neighborhood reinvestment, and environmental initiatives.