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Special Meeting Minutes Tuesday, May 01, 2018 Board Members 9:00 AM Steve Chucri, Chairman, District 2 Bill Gates, Vice Chairman, District 3 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Denny Barney, District 1 Maricopa County, Arizona Clint Hickman, District 4 (and the Boards of Directors of the Flood Control Steve Gallardo, District 5 District, Library District, Stadium District, Improvement Districts, Housing Authority of Maricopa County, Housing Authority of Maricopa County and/or Board of County Manager Deposit) Joy Rich Clerk of the Board "The mission of Maricopa County is Fran McCarroll to provide regional leadership and fiscally responsible, necessary Meeting Location public services to its residents so they can enjoy living in healthy Supervisors' Conference Room and safe communities” 301 W. Jefferson, 10th Floor Phoenix, AZ 85003 JOINT MEETING OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AND THE INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF MARICOPA COUNTY The Board of Supervisors and Industrial Development Authority (IDA) of Maricopa County, Phoenix, Arizona, convened in Special Session at 9:00 AM on Tuesday, May 01, 2018, in the Supervisors' Conference Room, 301 W. Jefferson, 10th Floor, Phoenix, AZ 85003, with the following members present: Steve Chucri, Chairman, District 2; Bill Gates, Vice Chairman, District 3; Denny Barney, District 1 (via phone); Clint Hickman, District 4; Steven Bales Jr, IDA Chairman, District 4; Jeremey Stawiecki, IDA Vice Chairman, District 1; Ronald Westad, District 2; Doug Smith, District 2; Ron Castro, District 4 (entered late); Rebecca Burnham, District 3; Jim Rounds, District 1. Absent: Steve Gallardo, District 5; Maria Spelleri, District 5; and Lisa James, District 3. Also present: Fran McCarroll, Clerk of the Board; Maria Ceaglske, Minutes Coordinator; Joy Rich, County Manager; Shelby Scharbach, IDA Executive Director; and Andrea Cummings, Legal Counsel. PRESENTATION 1. HEALTHY URBAN ENVIRONMENT PRESENTATION Dr. Michael Crow, President, Arizona State University (C-06-18-437-P-00) Chairman Chucri noted it was the first joint meeting held with the Board of Supervisors and the Industrial Development Authority (IDA) Board. He noted the importance of continuing to make Arizona enjoyable for current and future generations. In 2016 and 2017 the County was the fastest growing county in America. The gathering today as a community includes the County, IDA, Arizona State University (ASU) and the City of Phoenix. This is what government does and should do by coming together to problem solve, look at the population growth and figure out why the temperature is increasing in the Valley. He thanked Dr. Michael Crow, President of ASU, for his leadership and guidance on the issue. Dr. Crow thanked the Boards for inviting him to speak on the healthy urban environment issue and for helping to build the infrastructure to move the items forward. He spoke of the land size of Maricopa County compared to Singapore and Ireland as well as the size of the population and economy. People are drawn to the County for the physical beauty and opportunities for their families to be successful. The projections going up to 2050 show that the population will continue to accelerate and the need to manage resources such as water, air quality, etc. will continue to increase. The nighttime heat index consistently exceeds 100° which alters the cycle of desert heat during the day and night. He spoke of the ozone, brown cloud and particulate matter alerts as problems to be considered. Dr. Crow noted there are three significant items to Special Meeting Minutes Tuesday, May 01, 2018 Page 2 of 5 consider for sustainability: air, water and heat. Getting ahead of sustaining resources is possible by systematically developing new decision-making methods and concepts. He spoke of ASU as a comprehensive public research university measured by whom it includes; the advancing research and discovery of public value, and assuming fundamental responsibility for the economic, social, cultural and overall health of the communities it serves. ASU has been ranked number one in the United States for innovation since 2016. He reviewed the average night surface temperature, pointed out the hottest areas in the valley and noted the use of air conditioning units produce more heat than the ambient air. Reducing the heat index is a solvable problem by working out a distribution path that is economical and under direction of the Healthy Urban Environment Co-directors, Dr. Charles Redman and Dr. Matt Fraser. Supervisor Hickman commented on the low heat emitted in agricultural areas. Dr. Crow and Dr. Redman explained that incorporating agriculture in future planning is a key component for sustainability. Dr. Crow noted agriculture will serve as food production as well as regional management of the ecosystem. Dr. Crow referred to a data chart that shows the increase of average monthly temperature from April through September. He explained the effect of heat associated with public health issues in the County increases each year. The economic potential of the County will be determined by water, nighttime heat index, brown cloud index and ozone. They all require a different approach because it is not all from heavy manufacturing, it is a function of how the natural system works. Dr. Matt Fraser explained that the link between urban climate and urban air quality is fundamental. Particulate matter is a major issue and you must simultaneously look for permanent solutions that are sustainable. Dr. Crow said it is finding solutions that do not inhibit economic success or progress that is most important. He reviewed the national air quality rating from the American Lung Association. Ozone and particulate pollution for a 24-hour period were rated as a “fail” while the annual particulate pollution passed. He stated it is looking at not just keeping within regulations but finding a solution to air quality. He noted it impacts the quality of health, agriculture, transportation, construction, tourism, development and energy. Dr. Redman explained the Phoenix “Heat Ready” Initiative that the City of Phoenix is leading and noted the number of area deaths due to heat. Dr. Crow explained the significance of developing new infrastructure that would assist to keep the heat index down, enhance the air flow and be economic drivers. ASU has the capacity to move these issues forward. Dr. Redman explained that the Maricopa County Department of Public Health Climate and Health Strategic Planning Work Group has many projects between Mesa and Phoenix. They are going into the local community to get input on redesigning transportation, landscaping, pavements, and other factors. Dr. Crow noted ASU is working with the University of Arizona and several other entities and groups. He explained the purpose of the Healthy Urban Environments Initiative is not all related to academic research. It is a solution-focused effort in improving air quality of the unique ecosystem of Maricopa County. Using all of the assets available, ASU will find a way to facilitate continued enhanced economic development community success and wealth generation. He noted Dr. Redman and Dr. Fraser are the Healthy Urban Environment Co-Directors. Dr. Crow spoke about changes to transportation, neighborhood design, energy use and fugitive dust. Special Meeting Minutes Tuesday, May 01, 2018 Page 3 of 5 Chairman Chucri spoke of the five C’s of Arizona: citrus, copper, cattle, cotton and climate. They serve as part of Arizona heritage and an important role in the economy. He said the County is not abandoning the five C’s, the County is becoming big thinkers and looking to move forward with solutions. Dr. Crow noted the solutions will become new economic drivers. He spoke about a Gilbert- based algae company that started with funding from the Mars Family Charitable Foundation. Supervisor Gates thanked Chairman Chucri for his leadership and, Dr. Crow and his staff and IDA members for highlighting the issues. He said as a City of Phoenix City Councilmember for seven years they dealt with issues that were regional issues which was why he decided to serve as a member of the Board of Supervisors. He spoke about nighttime heat index impacts on the environment, health and psychological perspective which all relate to quality of life. He noted the importance of agriculture in addressing the heat index and questioned the use of bodies of water such as Tempe Town Lake. Dr. Redman responded the go-to solution to the heat index is water but there is a need to look further for solutions. He noted landscaping as a solution but finding other mechanical solutions may have greater economic potential. The solution may extend all the way to clothing in indicating a heat index. Dr. Crow stated the point is that within all challenges such as heat there is opportunity to solve the challenge by creating a new solution. Supervisor Hickman commented on communities putting new reflective paint on asphalt to assist in the heat index. He noted the cost associated with utilizing this option as a solution. Dr. Crow noted the solution must be designed to be cost-effective and economically feasible. Dr. Redman noted there are solutions that do address part of the puzzle but it is designing the solution to be aesthetically pleasing and cost effective that must be considered. Some solutions will be less regulation oriented such as building requirements, when we should be mixing pavements based on use and density. Dr. Crow added that the present regulatory environment is contributing to the problem. Dr. Fraser noted a massive transformation due to the installation of solar panels. Those investments add as shade and help to control air pollution. The placement of massive structures to capture the sunlight is a great opportunity to assist with air quality and urban heat. Dr. Crow said the solutions are economic development investments not just regulatory requirements. Supervisor Hickman said the farming community is well aware of the regulations. He noted significant investments and asked if other communities are looking to invest in programs that can be tracked. Dr. Crow noted ASU is developing current relationships and reaching out for partnerships and alliances with federal, cities/towns, philanthropists and organizations. The County and the IDA will not be the only funding sources and there are certain solutions that are centered on County- funded logic. Supervisor Hickman asked if ASU has approached the City of Phoenix IDA Board to participate. Special Meeting Minutes Tuesday, May 01, 2018 Page 4 of 5 Dr. Crow stated the project will be put forth to encompass all of Maricopa County and the project is tailored to the larger picture. Chairman Chucri noted the size and growth of the County requires everyone to be “thought leaders”. As everyone works and collaborates together, the money will come together. He noted flex technology when Dr. Crow approached the Board and ASU was a finalist. ASU continues to drive flex technology. Supervisor Barney thanked Dr. Crow for his forward thinking vision. IDA Chairman, Steven Bales, Jr., thanked Dr. Crow for bringing in agriculture to the solution. His family settled into the banks of the Gila River in 1885 when there was water. He noted Dr. Redman spoke of how water is a part of the solution. He explained the importance of ridding the two major river systems running within the County of the invasive tree species that run along the banks and replacing them with environmentally friendly trees. Dr. Crow noted the economic effect of the invasive tree species and that is exactly the kind of forward-thinking necessary to integrate solutions. He spoke of the Rio Salado Project which is designed to restore 45 miles of riverbed to its natural beauty. This will serve a series of functions such as temperature control. IDA Board Member, Jim Rounds, compared the project to an equalizer as it takes the entire control panel to make everything work. Dr. Crow agreed with Mr. Rounds’ comments and pledged to not just produce solutions but also provide the full impact of the solutions. He noted the spectrum of outcomes will affect everyone. IDA Board Member, Doug Smith, asked about the direct connection with the IDA. Dr. Crow stated the IDA seeks to stimulate economic activity which could over time alter the investment criteria. Chairman Chucri noted the key word is collaboration and communication on what these ideas are and how they integrate as part of the overall solution. IDA Board Member, Ronald Castro, asked if there are other cities or areas pioneering some of these ideas or solutions. Dr. Crow stated the Sonoran desert is a unique ecosystem. Ideas have been sought out from other areas with similar issues. He would like to be as close to the center of the arc of change as possible while still drawing from other locations with similar issues. Dr. Redman stated they are networking with other cities but Phoenix is unique with heat and air quality issues that are unique to our area. By addressing the issues we become leadership oriented. Dr. Crow added this is an opportunity for the County and the IDA to lead in the solution. Dr. Fraser noted the importance of integrating heat and air quality in all areas of planning. And Dr. Crow stated the area is a fantastic place but it does not get the respect it should. If we can solve these problems then it changes the economic development profile. When working to attract and retain companies to the area they ask about heat, water and pollution issues. We have the largest sustainability building in the world. So now we will work in collaboration to find solutions to these environmental issues. Special Meeting Minutes Tuesday, May 01, 2018 Page 5 of 5 MEETING ADJOURNED There being no further business to come before the Boards, the meeting was adjourned. Motion to adjourn made by Supervisor Gates, seconded by Supervisor Hickman. Ayes: Barney, Chucri, Gates, Hickman Absent: Gallardo Motion to adjourn made by IDA Chairman Steven Bales, Jr, seconded by IDA Board Member Rebecca Burnham. Ayes: Bales, Stawiecki, Westad, Smith, Castro, Burnham, Rounds Absent: Spelleri, James __________________________________________ Steve Chucri, Chairman of the Board of Supervisors ATTEST: ________________________________________ Fran McCarroll, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors