L.A. County voters decide homeless funding, expanding board of supes in 2024 election
A ballot measure aimed at increasing funding available for homeless services is leading the way in Los Angeles County, and another proposal to expand the county Board of Supervisors was effectively tied in an early vote Tuesday night. Measure A would double the quarter-cent sales tax voters approved on homeless services in 2017 and extend […]
What’s so special about nine? L.A. County supes spar over board expansion
Good morning and welcome to LA on the Record, our newsletter bringing you the travails of LA city government (and sometimes county government!). Rebecca Ellis of the Times staff, with help from her colleague David Zarniser, rounds up the last week's news stories. Newsletter Get the inside scoop on LA politics Sign up for our […]
Pima County Supes vote to require gun owners to report missing firearms
The Pima County Board of Supervisors voted 4-1 to enact an ordinance requiring gun owners to report stolen firearms within 48 hours, or face fines. However, the ordinance could face legal challenges. 1st District Democratic Supervisor Rex Scott, who proposed the measure, said he hoped it would act as a deterrent to so-called “straw buyers,” […]
Court filings reveal secret grand jury interviews that led to indictments of Cochise County supes
Two Cochise County supervisors facing felony charges for allegedly trying to interfere with the certification of the county's midterm elections recently filed documents in court that provide a glimpse into the secret grand jury interviews that led to their indictments. The filing by Supervisors Tom Crosby and Peggy Judd, the commission's two Republicans, alleges that […]
Stephens drops out of Pima County Board of Supes race
Republican Beatrice Cory Stevens has withdrawn from the race for Pima County Supervisor. Stevens had hoped to unseat Democratic coach Matt Heinz, who is seeking a second term. “While my efforts and the efforts of my team and supporters have made a huge difference in the fight to save Pima County, I am confident that […]
The end is nigh: Pima Supes clear decks with 93-item meeting
God knows vacations entail, so it should be a holiday. I’m talking about the end of the year, the vacation that elected leaders take after incorporating the year’s budget. Before that, there’s a contract to get you out the door. Ah, do you have any decks to clear? The Pima County Board of Supervisors normally […]
Scott: Time to call limit to public comments at Pima Supes meetings
Rex Scott represents District 1 on the Pima County Board of Supervisors. It is vital that citizens are able to speak to elected officials and share their concerns and opinions. Those of us who are privileged to hold public office need to hear the voices of those we represent so that we can better act […]
Local gov’t news briefs: City council meeting canceled; absences at supes meeting | Local News Stories
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County Supes make stand against pozzolan mining | Williams-Grand Canyon News
WILLIAMS, Arizona — The Coconino County Board of Supervisors opposes proposed pozzolana mining at Mount Bill Williams. On April 7, the Board of Supervisors issued a statement opposing Drake Cement’s intention to mine pozzolan for its cement operations in Paulden, Arizona. The supervisor also submitted a letter to the US Forest Service opposing the exploration […]
Cochise County Supes seek legal representation in election management case against Attorney General
In a 2-1 vote, the Cochise County Board of Supervisors moved to hire Phoenix-based attorney Tim Lasota, known for his work in election law, to represent the board in the latest lawsuit from the state. I got At an emergency meeting Wednesday morning, it was decided not to include Cochise County Recorder David Stevens in […]
