Pinal County

We're #hiring a new Civil Attorney in Florence, Arizona. Apply today or share this post with your network.

The Board of Supervisors Non-Profit Contribution Reimbursement Program is now open for Applications. Each year, the Pinal County Board of Supervisors aims to provide funding through the General Fund to eligible organizations whose projects align with the county's strategic goals. Projects and organizations should contribute to the county's cultural, social, and economic vitality by addressing a community need and promoting benefits to the general public as opposed to a special interest or persons. Eligible applicants must: * Be a federal recognized 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(6) organization * Serve Pinal County residents; and * Submit a complete application by 5 p.m. on April 25, 2025 Vice-Chairman of the Board of Supervisors Jeffrey McClure said of the program, "Non-profits play an important role in our community, filling the gap between what government can't do, and what the private sector doesn't do. So being able to assist them improves their operation and the services they are able to provide to our community." Click here to learn more and to apply: pinal.gov/BOSnonprofit

At Wednesday's Board of Supervisors Meeting, County Manager Leo Lew and the Board of Supervisors paid tribute to Chief Civil Deputy County Attorney Chris Keller, who is retiring after a 41-year legal career, the last twelve with Pinal County. Chris, who spent 18 years with Maricopa County before joining Pinal County, oversaw the Civil portion of the County Attorney's Office under three County Attorneys, and was involved in negotiating several crucial Economic Development projects, including Lucid Motors, LG Energy Solution, and the Future 48 Workforce Training Center in Apache Junction. County Manager Leo Lew paid tribute to Keller, saying, "Although not always seen, Chris was a difference-maker, and without him, many of our accomplishments would not have happened. One of the most meaningful aspects of anyone's career is measured by what positive impacts you've made to other human beings and society as whole. I thank Chris for both the positive impacts he directly made, and for also empowering me and his teammates to do the same, and therefore gifting us to have meaningful careers as well. Chris is a true Pinal County Champion, and if we had a Hall of Fame, he would be an inductee." Meanwhile, Chairman Stephen Miller, the longest-serving Supervisor, said, "Chris has been an asset the whole twelve-plus years I've been here. He's taught me a lot, and he's given me great guidance as we've gone through numerous scenarios with the County. Many people don't realize that we get around 300 lawsuits a year, but we're able to navigate them thanks to the leadership of Chris Keller and his team." Chris is pictured with Leo Lew and Supervisors Vitiello, McClure, Miller, and Serdy.

Supervisor Miller: Pinal Water Interests Being Ignored I suppose I’m a bit old school — when I tell people I’m going to do something, I do it. When people tell me they’re going to do something, I expect them to do it. When legislators tell me to develop a bill to address water-related issues, and we do, I expect that bill to be given the attention it deserves. If I’m not able to deliver on a promise I made, out of respect for the individual, I notify them and make it right. I am not speaking for any group that I am affiliated with. I am speaking as your public servant. I have several organizations that I have worked with to resolve these water issues. The meetings I participate in are open to the public and the boards are extremely diversified. For more than eight years, Pinal County has struggled to resolve the crisis that was placed on the Pinal Active Management Area. The crisis originated when the Arizona Department of Water Resources stopped issuing Certificates of Assured Water, or CAWs, for new subdivisions. By doing this, they essentially limit developers from building more homes in Pinal County, which would make our county more affordable and the economy stronger. The ADWR used modeling that determined that there was not enough water to continue with the status quo so it halted, completely, issuing new CAWs. Their actions have limited new homes from being built and have resulted in build-to-rent communities cropping up around the county since they do not require CAWs in order to get permitted. Young families looking to make Pinal County their home are now forced to choose one of these units, which can be $2,000 a month and provide no equity as opposed to the numerous positive impacts that come from people purchasing single-family residences. I am involved with several organizations that have worked to resolve these issues for years. Meetings are regular, open to the public, and the boards are extremely diverse. We come from various backgrounds and all share a love for Pinal County. We spend incredible amounts of time talking with water users, meeting and working with water providers, and crafting solutions for the county and the state — all of this grounded in well-thought-out policies and procedures. We helped fund a hydrologist to develop a more detailed and real-time understanding of the model that ADWR has the ability to use so that we could better understand the actions taken by ADWR. The results of these efforts were good news; we are not out of water. Although we will not go back to business as usual, we have developed a multipronged approach.....Read more at https://lnkd.in/gHfs9_Wy On Tuesday, Supervisor Miller met with U.S. Congressman Juan Ciscomani (pictured) to discuss critical infrastructure in the region and emphasize the importance of working with Upper and Lower Colorado River Basin partners to promote a more secure water future for Arizona and the Western United States.

At Wednesday's Board of Supervisors Meeting, the Board recognized seven employees for length of service to Pinal County. Odette Apodaca, Deputy Chief Clerk with the Clerk of the Court, is celebrating 30 years with Pinal County! Meanwhile, four staff have reached the 25-year milestone - Rosario Andrade Senior Customer Service Specialist with the Assessor's Office, Hector Vizcaino, Custodian with Facilities Management, Carol Laughlin, Probation Officer with Juvenile Court Services, and Philip Ortega, Detention Aide with the Sheriff's Office. Finally, two employees have reached their twentieth anniversary - Amanda Gill, Probation Division Manager with Adult Probation, and Ron Delzer, Lead Plans Examiner with Development Services. Pictured with the Board of Supervisors are, left to right, James Allen, Building Official, Development Services, Ron, Amanda, John Fuery, Chief Adult Probation Officer, Odette, Darrin Rushing, Captain with the Pinal County Sheriff's Office, Rebecca Padilla, Clerk of the Court, Philip, Sheriff Ross Teeple, Rosario, and Assessor Douglas Wolf. Hector and Carol were not in attendance. For the latest career opportunities with Pinal County, please visit www.pinal.gov/jobs

This morning, in honor of National Public Defense Day, Pinal County's Public Defense Services Department hosted its annual Gideon Day Celebration with a Know Your Rights Open House in honor of the Supreme Court Decision Gideon v. Wainwright. Gideon wasn't just a court case; it was a pivotal step towards restoring balance in the justice system, it ensured the right to legal counsel for all, regardless of financial means. The department continues to protect fundamental rights and strive for equal access to counsel, knowledge, and ultimately, justice. Attendees gained knowledge about their rights in the legal system and how Gideon continues to work towards a more equitable and just society for all.

Welcome to Pinal County's newest team members, who began their journey with the County today! Want to join the team? Check out our 50+ current open positions at www.pinal.gov/jobs. #TeamPinal

We're #hiring a new Civil Attorney in Florence, Arizona. Apply today or share this post with your network.

https://lnkd.in/eRBg5QbC Pinal County employs over two thousand staff and works to ensure that they all stay healthy and happy! As part of this, the County recently hosted its second annual Wellbeing Fair, giving employees the opportunity to explore many of the benefits and services that the County provides to its employees. If you're interested in working for Pinal County, visit www.pinal.gov/jobs to explore what the County could offer you, and to view the latest career opportunities.

Read the key points from this week's Board of Supervisors Regular Session from March 5 and watch the full meeting in the latest Board Recap newsletter. https://ow.ly/EBVW50VcfA9