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Posted: July 23, 2025

Longtime Race Executive Bob Hollister Recognized for 32 Years of Volunteer Service in Kochise County

The Kochise County Board of Supervisors and the Emergency Management Team honored Bob Hollister during a meeting held on July 22. Hollister is retiring after dedicating 32 years to volunteer services in the county.

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Posted: July 22, 2025

Cochise County Opposes Mexican Wolf Reintroduction Program

Cochise County has officially adopted a resolution opposing the current Mexican wolf reintroduction program, emphasizing the need to continue funding for the scope rider program. This resolution, numbered 25-21, was passed unanimously with a 3-0 vote.

Bisbee, Arizona. (07/22/2025)

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Posted: July 14, 2025

Location Decision for New County Jail Pending

The Kochise County Board of Supervisors convened for a special meeting on July 10 to gather public feedback regarding the proposed site for a new county jail. Attendees filled the hearing room on Melody Lane, expressing their thoughts on the matter.

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Posted: July 14, 2025

Insurance Claim Notice Set for Supervisor Crosby

During a special meeting on July 10, the Kochise County Board agreed to send a claim notice for Supervisor Tom Crosby to the Arizona County Insurance Pool (ACIP). This was part of a prepared letter related to an ongoing complaint.

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Posted: July 9, 2025

Cochise County District 2 Contributes $20,000 for Bisbee Bikeways

Bisbee Bike Path

District 2 superintendent Kathleen Gomez announced a $20,000 donation to Bisbee Bikeways, a nonprofit focused on creating safer routes for cyclists and pedestrians. This funding is aimed at enhancing accessibility in the area.

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Posted: July 2, 2025

Kansas Settlement Road Improvement Initiative Launched

Cochise County Public Works is set to kick off a significant project aimed at improving the Kansas settlement roads starting in June 2025. The initiative is intended to enhance the condition, safety, and reliability of this crucial roadway for local residents and travelers alike.

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Posted: June 30, 2025

Seven New Dual-Port EV Charging Stations Unveiled

Melody Lane EV charging station

Cochise County has introduced seven new dual-port electric vehicle charging stations across several locations, including Sierra Vista, Bisbee, and Willcox. These ChargePoint stations were developed with a fund of $500.

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Posted: June 20, 2025

Approval for Camp Naco Flag Pavilion’s Community Fund

Camp Naco

In a meeting on June 3, the Cochise County committee gave the green light for a $10,000 expenditure from the District 2 Community Enhancement Fund to help with the architectural design of a new flag pavilion at Camp Naco.

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Posted: June 9, 2025

Christine McLachlan Appointed as Director of Cochise County Development Services

Christine McLachlan Director Development Services

Cochise County has named Christine McLachlan as the new director of Development Services. With over 15 years of experience in planning, design, and economic development, McLachlan has worked in both public and private sectors.

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Posted: May 29, 2025

Hearing Notice for Development Service Fee Schedule Update

The Kochise County Board of Supervisors has announced a hearing scheduled for after 10 AM on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. This meeting will focus on modifications to the fee schedule for Development Services.

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Posted: May 27, 2025

Cochise Superior Court Dismisses Settlement in Prison District Lawsuits

A motion to dismiss a settlement in the prison district lawsuits was approved by Kochise County Superior Court Visiting Judge Michael Latham. This ruling affects the November 4, 2025, election.

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Posted: May 6, 2025

Prison District Board Seeks November Election for Excise Tax

In a special session held on May 6, the Kochise County Jail District Board passed a resolution calling for a November 4, 2025, election regarding an excise tax, with a vote of 2-0; one member was absent.

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