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Special Meeting Minutes Wednesday, November 06, 2019 9:00 AM BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Maricopa County, Arizona (and the Boards of Directors of the Flood Control District, Library District, Stadium District, Improvement Districts, Housing Authority of Maricopa County, Housing Authority of Maricopa County and/or Board of Deposit) "The mission of Maricopa County is to provide regional leadership and fiscally responsible, necessary public services to its residents so they can enjoy living in healthy and safe communities” Board Members Bill Gates, Chairman, District 3 Clint Hickman, Vice Chairman, District 4 Jack Sellers, District 1 Steve Chucri, District 2 Steve Gallardo, District 5 County Manager Joy Rich Clerk of the Board Fran McCarroll Meeting Location Maricopa County Superior Court Plaza 205 W. Jefferson Phoenix, AZ 85003 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS The Board of Supervisors of Maricopa County, Phoenix, Arizona, convened in Special Session at 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 06, 2019, in the Maricopa County Superior Court Plaza, 205 W. Jefferson, Phoenix, AZ 85003, with the following members present: Bill Gates, Chairman, District 3; Clint Hickman, Vice Chairman, District 4; Jack Sellers, District 1; Steve Chucri, District 2. Absent: Steve Gallardo, District 5. Also present: Debra Schaffer, Deputy Clerk of the Board; Joy Rich, County Manager; and Andrea Cummings, Legal Counsel. Minutes compiled by Maria Ceaglske, Minutes Coordinator. CLERK OF THE BOARD 1. VETERANS DAY CEREMONY Maricopa County Veterans Day Celebration - Honoring our Veterans. (C-06-20-220-P-00) Fields Moseley, Communications Director, opened the ceremony by welcoming everyone. He said Maricopa County is designated as a Veteran Supportive organization and 10% of the County employees are either Veterans or Reservists. He noted the presence of the following: Adrian Fontes, Recorder; Jeff Fine, Clerk of the Superior Court, retired Veteran; Chairman Gates; Vice Chairman Hickman; Supervisor Sellers; Supervisor Chucri; and Steve Watson. The Flag Ceremony was the presentation of the Colors performed by the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office Honor Guard. Adrian Fontes, Recorder led the assemblage in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Jeff Fine, Clerk of the Superior Court offered the Invocation. Mr. Moseley introduced Thomas Rowley, a member of the Cambridge Avenue Pipers, who performed “America the Beautiful” on the bagpipes. He is the son of Rob Rowley, Director of Emergency Management. Chairman Gates asked for a moment of silence to honor fallen Maricopa County Detention Officer Gene “Jim” Lee. Officer Lee recently passed away from injuries he sustained while on duty. Chairman Gates spoke of Sergeant Elijah Tai Wah Wong, a Special Meeting Minutes Wednesday, November 06, 2019 Page 2 of 2 member of the Arizona National Guard’s U.S. Army 363rd Explosive Ordnance Company. He was the first Arizona National Guardsman to die while serving in Operation Iraqi Freedom. Sergeant Wong received the Purple Heart and Bronze Star medals. Sergeant Wong had worked as a Maricopa County Adult Probation Surveillance Officer. The County retired his Star in recognition of those who serve and protect our freedoms. Thomas Rowley offered another musical selection on the bagpipes, performing “The Green Hills of Tyrol.” Mr. Moseley introduced Lieutenant Colonel Scott Morley, the keynote speaker for today’s ceremony. Lieutenant Colonel Scott Morley, U.S. Army Phoenix Recruiting Battalion, recognized all exceptional service of the those who protect our freedoms, characterizing them as the “home team” (County officers, local law enforcement and first responders) and the “away team” (Armed Forces). He spoke of personal experiences during his service noting the importance to honor the oath that all take. Lieutenant Colonel Morley spoke of service of veterans and now it transferred into public or private service. He encouraged businesses to hire veterans, provide them with education and volunteer to make a difference in the lives of veterans. Lieutenant Colonel stressed the importance voting. Chairman Gates presented a token of appreciation to Lieutenant Colonel Morley from Maricopa County. Thomas Rowley played “Amazing Grace” to conclude the service. Fields Moseley thanked the key speakers and everyone in attendance and concluded the meeting thanking all veterans for their service. MEETING ADJOURNED There being no further business to come before the Board, the meeting was adjourned. ___________________________ Bill Gates, Chairman of the Board ATTEST: ____________________________ Fran McCarroll, Clerk of the Board