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Informal Meeting Minutes Monday, September 21, 2015 Board Members 10:00 AM Steve Chucri, Chairman, District 2 Clint Hickman, Vice Chairman, District 4 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Denny Barney, District 1 Maricopa County, Arizona Andrew Kunasek, District 3 (and the Boards of Directors of the Flood Control District, Steve Gallardo, District 5 Library District, Stadium District, Improvement Districts, and/or Board of Deposit) County Manager Tom Manos "The mission of Maricopa County is to Clerk of the Board provide regional leadership and fiscally Fran McCarroll responsible, necessary public services to its residents so they can enjoy living in healthy and safe communities.” Meeting Location Supervisors' Conference Room 301 W. Jefferson, 10th Floor Phoenix, AZ 85003 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS The Board of Supervisors of Maricopa County, Phoenix, Arizona, convened in Informal Session at 10:00 AM on Monday, September 21, 2015, in the Supervisors' Conference Room, 301 W. Jefferson, 10th Floor, Phoenix, AZ 85003, with the following members present: Steve Chucri, Chairman, District 2; Clint Hickman, Vice Chairman, District 4; Denny Barney, District 1; Andrew Kunasek, District 3; Steve Gallardo, District 5 (late). Also present: Fran McCarroll, Clerk of the Board; Maria Armstrong, Minutes Coordinator; Tom Manos, County Manager; and Michelle Wood, Legal Counsel. PRESENTATION Correctional Health 1. 2015 CORRECTIONAL HEALTH CARE FACILITY OF THE YEAR AWARD AS PRESENTED BY THE NATIONAL COMMISSION ON CORRECTIONAL HEALTH CARE Presentation regarding the National Commission on Health Care 2015 Facility of the Year Award. Tracy Titus, Director of Accreditation On July 30th, 2015 Maricopa County Correctional Heath Services was notified of their selection as Facility of the Year by the National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC). The NCCHC is a national accrediting body for health care delivery in corrections. This award is the most competitive and perhaps the most prestigious correctional health care award and is given to a correctional facility that has performed in an outstanding manner and/or has made significant contributions to the health and welfare of their entrusted patients. (C-26-16-003-P-00) The meeting began with a video of the Correctional Health Care Facility showcasing the functions of the various units. The following individuals spoke highly of the care that inmates receive: Dr. Jeff Alvarez, Acting Director & Medical Director for Correctional Health Services Dr. Dawn Noggle, Mental Health Director for Correctional Health Diane Butler, Charge Nurse Brian Lee, County Sheriff’s Office Chief ~ Supervisor Gallardo entered the meeting ~ Informal Meeting Minutes Monday, September 21, 2015 Page 2 of 4 Chairman Chucri thanked the following individuals for their work pertaining to the award: • Brian Lee, County Sheriff’s Office Chief • Sandi Wilson, Assistant County Manager • Supervisor Kunasek as he was a part of the previous Board that set the standards and saw opportunity to move the Health Facility in the right direction. Tracy Titus, Director of Accreditation at the National Commission, stated it was an honor to present the award and gave a history of the National Commission on Correctional Health (NCCHC). She stated that in the 1970s the standards were instituted and there are currently 67 standards that must be achieved in order to receive accreditation. Accreditation is neither achieved nor maintained without collaboration which is evident within this organization. The process of accreditation is achieved by keeping rigorous records; preparing and maintaining staff; and demonstrating excellence. Each year only one facility out of 500 is honored with the R. Scott Chavez award. Ms. Titus noted Maricopa County was chosen because of the impressive teamwork between medical, nursing and administrative staff. Three hundred individuals go through the jail intake process each day and it runs 24 hours a day. She described the intake process and noted that the survey team is knowledgeable and attentive staff. Ms. Titus congratulated Maricopa County on the National achievement. Chairman Chucri noted it has been a team effort and with the massive turnaround of the facility it is worthy of the award. He stated there has been an astonishing 15 year facility transformation and thanked all of the staff. Dr. Alvarez said the staff is tremendous and thanked them. He stated the Sheriff’s Office is great in working out transportation of the inmates, are very professional and well trained. Supervisor Kunasek thanked everyone involved and noted the County has received criticism in the past years but has overcome the shortcomings. He stated that the Sheriff’s Office and health care staff deliver care in the most complex setting and are often the first health care individuals have received in many years. Supervisor Kunasek said the staff rose to the challenge to create a stellar program and thanked the Commission for recognizing the County with the award. Joseph Arpaio, County Sheriff, thanked Dr. Alvarez for all his help and noted his great respect for the doctors and nurses who work in a difficult environment. He said there is a lot of publicity with other organizations in regards to healthcare and stated he is also proud that the County is receiving the award. Chairman Chucri acknowledged and thanked the Correctional Heath Services staff in attendance. Government Relations 2. COUNTY SUPERVISORS ASSOCIATION (CSA) 2015 LEGISLATIVE PRESENTATION Presentation regarding the 2015 Legislative Session. Craig Sullivan, Executive Director (C-20-16-007-P-00) Chairman Chucri acknowledged Supervisor Hickman as President of the County Supervisors Association (CSA) and Craig Sullivan, CSA Executive Director Supervisor Hickman stated it has been an honor to serve as President of CSA and thanked Informal Meeting Minutes Monday, September 21, 2015 Page 3 of 4 his colleagues for their support. He said he traveled to each county where he was given a chance to see how each Board is different and noted there are a total of 61 County Supervisors. He said there are several issues that will be presented and introduced by Craig Sullivan, CSA Executive Director. Craig Sullivan, thanked Supervisor Hickman and Scott Isham, District 4 Chief of Staff, for traveling and presenting to all of the County Boards within Arizona. Mr. Sullivan provided an overview of the purpose and goals of CSA. • CSA Leadership—Executive Committee is selected by Board of Directors as a focus group/leadership team. The Legislative Policy Committee is composed of one member from each County. • CSA County Services—FY 14-15 Association Report provided information pertaining to select outcomes and the products and support services of CSA. • 2014 CSA Summit in Yavapai County—At the Summit CSA staff receives directives for the next legislative session. The Budget was the number 1 priority. During the session CSA staff works to advance client legislation as well as track bills that impact county resources, services or authorities. ~ Supervisor Gallardo left the meeting ~ • Getting the Message Out—The goal is to ensure that of legislators and stakeholders hear a consistent, resounding message. • The Executive Budget—Review of the Governor’s budget as well as track the impacts of the State Budget on counties. ~ Supervisor Gallardo returned to the meeting ~ • State Budget County Impacts—County budget impacts were Juvenile corrections, Department of Revenue and constitutional property tax cap liability shift, Presidential Preference Election cost shift, and additional Highway User Revenue Fund shift. • Transportation Advocacy—There will be no meaningful resource investment in transportation in the short term. The County needs are on the table when resources become relevant. • CSA-Sponsored Legislation—There were six items taken to the Legislature: two were enacted into law, two have administrative solutions and two items did not advance. • CSA Reactive Advocacy—A significant amount of CSA is focused on dealing with the issues and bills that impact county operations. The following is a select group of stakeholder activities that CSA is involved in: General Government, Criminal Justice, Public Finance & Special Districts, Natural Resources and Planning. ~ Supervisor Gallardo left the meeting ~ Mr. Sullivan indicated that the next Policy Summit would be hosted by Mohave County in mid- October. Mr. Sullivan thanked the Board of Supervisors for their time and support of CSA. Informal Meeting Minutes Monday, September 21, 2015 Page 4 of 4 Supervisor Kunasek thanked Supervisor Hickman and Mr. Sullivan. He noted a unified result on the state tour paid dividends. He explained it is important to be sure rural and urban portions counties are represented. He stated that CSA provides a collaborative and cohesive effort representing counties’ interests. Supervisor Hickman thanked Supervisor Kunasek for sparking his interest in being involved with CSA and Mr. Sullivan for his collaboration efforts. Supervisor Barney concurred with the comments made by Supervisor Kunasek. He thanked Mr. Sullivan for his leadership and stated he is a tremendous resource for counties. He thanked Supervisor Hickman for serving as President of CSA and Scott Isham for sacrificing his time as well. Chairman Chucri thanked Mr. Sullivan for the presentation and his leadership. He stated Supervisor Hickman’s role as President of CSA was evident in his travels to each county. ~ Supervisor Gallardo returned to the meeting ~ Supervisor Gallardo apologized for entering and exiting the meeting. He explained that his District is trying to deal with possible rain issues. He thanked CSA staff, noted that all CSA members must remain engaged during the Legislative Session. 3. EXECUTIVE SESSION Vote to convene in Executive Session to consider items on the Executive Agenda dated September 21, 2015, for Board of Supervisors and relevant Special Districts pursuant to statutory authority listed for each item. Motion to approve by Supervisor Barney, seconded by Supervisor Hickman Ayes: Chucri, Hickman, Barney, Kunasek, Gallardo MEETING ADJOURNED After discussion on the items on the Executive agenda, and there being no further business to come before the Board, the meeting was adjourned. ________________________________ Steve Chucri, Chairman of the Board ATTEST: _______________________________________ Fran McCarroll, Clerk of the Board