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Informal Meeting Minutes Monday, June 24, 2019 9:30 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 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 Supervisors' Conference Room 301 W. Jefferson, 10th Floor Phoenix, AZ 85003 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, IMPROVEMENT DISTRICTS, FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT, LIBRARY DISTRICT, AND STADIUM DISTRICT The Board of Supervisors of Maricopa County, Phoenix, Arizona, convened in a joint meeting with the Board of Supervisors, Improvement Districts, Flood Control District, Library District and Stadium District in Informal Session at 9:30 AM on Monday, June 24, 2019, in the Supervisors' Conference Room, 301 W. Jefferson, 10th Floor, 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; Steve Gallardo, District 5. Also present: Fran McCarroll, Clerk of the Board; Maria Ceaglske, Minutes Coordinator; Joy Rich, County Manager; and Andrea Cummings, Legal Counsel. PRESENTATION Budget Office 1. PRESENTATION, PUBLIC HEARING AND TRUTH IN TAXATION HEARING ON THE MARICOPA COUNTY FY 2020 BUDGET Presentation regarding the Maricopa County Budget for FY 2020 (C-49-19-032-P-00) Cynthia Goelz, Budget Director Mayra Hourigan, Budget Manager Convene a public hearing to hear tax payers who may wish to comment on the FY 2020 Tentative Budget which was adopted May 20, 2019, the proposed tax levy, and on any proposed changes to the Tentative Budget. See ARS 42-17104 and 42-17107. This budget represents no change in total from the Tentative Budget of $2,573,762,798. Chairman Gates said the two meetings posted are the Public Hearings and the Adoption of final budgets for the County and the County Special Districts. He explained, at this meeting the Board will convene the public hearings, including the Truth in Taxation hearings, and review presentations regarding the various budgets. At the conclusion of the meeting, the Board will convene the 2nd meeting regarding the adoption of each of the budgets. He asked Cindy Goelz, Budget Director, and Mayra Hourigan, Budget Manager, to come forward to provide presentations regarding the various budgets. He then thanked the budget staff for their work. Informal Meeting Minutes Monday, June 24, 2019 Page 2 of 14 Ms. Goelz presented the proposed Maricopa County Final Budget for FY 2020 and noted any changes made since the tentative budget was approved. She explained the changes are noted in the following six categories: Ms. Goelz reviewed the following Operating Contingency Adjustments. She noted the changes are due to the allocation of funds from the State. Informal Meeting Minutes Monday, June 24, 2019 Page 3 of 14 Ms. Goelz reviewed the following Non Recurring Contingency Adjustments. She noted court needs, the Hep A outbreak and helicopter purchase. Ms. Goelz reviewed the following Contingency Adjustments. She said the Petco Grant is a carry forward grant for Maricopa County Animal Care and Control. Informal Meeting Minutes Monday, June 24, 2019 Page 4 of 14 Ms. Goelz moved on to the reallocation between funds. Ms. Goelz explained the adjustments between departments/appropriation units: Informal Meeting Minutes Monday, June 24, 2019 Page 5 of 14 Ms. Goelz reviewed the following ULTIS project adjustments. Ms. Goelz noted the following checks for the ULTIS project. Ms. Goelz informed the Board that overall there was no net change between the tentative budget and the proposed final budget. Informal Meeting Minutes Monday, June 24, 2019 Page 6 of 14 Ms. Goelz said August 19, 2019 is the remaining date in the budget calendar for the Property Tax Levy Adoption. The primary property tax for the County, the Flood Control District and Library District rates will remain flat for FY 2020. Chairman Gates thanked the budget staff, District 3 staff and District Chiefs of Staff. Supervisor Hickman thanked staff for a job well done. Supervisor Chucri thanked staff for their work and noted the County is growing. He congratulated the budget staff in keeping the budget the same from tentative to final. Supervisor Gallardo concurred with previous comments. He noted the importance of investing in Maryvale hospital and County employees. He said it is overall a fair budget. Supervisor Sellers thanked budget staff for making a complicated process understandable to the Board. Chairman Gates asked Ms. Goelz what preparations have been made for a downturn in the future. Ms. Goelz responded a contingency is built in if revenues start to decline. With money available for projects, vehicles and capital. Supervisor Chucri noted more than 200 individuals move to the County everyday and the County is growing 70% faster than Clark County, Nevada. He noted it is remarkable that the County tax rate has remained flat and is hopeful the interest rates lower in fall 2019. He suggested a future meeting with Mr. Alan Maguire, President of The Maguire Company. Chairman Gates thanked Supervisor Chucri for the suggestion. He thanked Joy Rich, County Manager, and Ms. Goelz for inclusion of elements to assist in making County “smart government.” The County is moving forward with resources with the goal of going all digital by 2020. Supervisor Hickman noted the State Legislature and Governor Ducey budgeted $1 billion into a reserve fund and asked Mr. Goelz how much the County has in reserve. Ms. Goelz responded that money is reserved in a capital fund equal to two months of operating costs that equal to $200 million in general fund and $60 million in detention fund. Supervisor Hickman stated the money is set aside to assist with any possible future shut down. He is hopeful the County will see positive State cost shifts as the economy continues to move forward. Supervisor Chucri recalled when the contingency funds had too much in “holding funds,” but the funds have been managed well since then. Informal Meeting Minutes Monday, June 24, 2019 Page 7 of 14 Supervisor Gallardo stated it is a balancing act to prepare for the future and possible unintended consequences. He spoke of the needs and services within the community continue to grow under the responsibility of the Board. He mentioned the demands the State makes on the County budget from time to time, and his approval of contingency funds, but to be cautious in their use. He noted the growth of the County and questioned the appropriate amount of affordable housing available. Chairman Gates concurred it is all a balancing act and noted two months of reserve fund is consistent with private sector and personal budgets. He said he is happy to see it continue at that level. Chairman Gates asked if there were any registered speakers. The Clerk stated there were none. There being no speakers present for the hearing, the hearing was closed. ACTION Budget Office 2. TRUTH-IN-TAXATION MOTION TO LEVY 1) Approve the proposed primary tax levy increase of $23,799,072. THIS ACTION REQUIRES A ROLL CALL VOTE OF THE BOARD. 2) Direct the Clerk of the Board to mail a copy of the truth in taxation notice, a statement of its publication and the result of the governing body’s vote to the property tax oversight commission within three days of this hearing pursuant to A.R.S. §42-17107(A)(5). (C-49-19-033-M-00) Motion was made by Supervisor Hickman to approve by roll call vote the proposed primary tax levy increase of $23,799,072 and direct the Clerk of the Board to send the appropriate documents to the Property Tax Oversight Commission. Seconded by Supervisor Gallardo. The Clerk called the roll with the following result: Ayes: Sellers, Chucri, Gates, Hickman, Gallardo 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 Informal Meeting Minutes Monday, June 24, 2019 Page 8 of 14 IMPROVEMENT DISTRICTS The Board of Directors of the Improvement Districts convened in Informal Session at 9:30 AM on Monday, June 24, 2019, in the Supervisors' Conference Room, 301 W. Jefferson, 10th Floor, 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; Steve Gallardo, District 5. Also present: Fran McCarroll, Clerk of the Board; Maria Ceaglske, Minutes Coordinator; Joy Rich, County Manager; and Andrea Cummings, Legal Counsel. I-1. PUBLIC HEARING ON COUNTY IMPROVEMENT DISTRICTS FY 2020 BUDGETS Convene a public hearing to hear taxpayers who may wish to comment on the FY 2020 County Improvement Districts Tentative Budgets which were adopted May 20, 2019, or on any proposed changes. See ARS 48-954 and 42-17104. (C-49-19-043-M-00) Chairman Gates stated there were no changes to the FY 2020 County Improvement Districts Tentative Budgets. Chairman Gates asked if there were any registered speakers. The Clerk stated there were none. There being no speakers present for the hearing, the hearing was closed. MEETING ADJOURNED There being no further business to come before the Board, Chairman Gates adjourned the Board of Directors of the Improvement Districts of Maricopa County. ___________________________ Bill Gates, Chairman of the Board ATTEST: ____________________________ Fran McCarroll, Clerk of the Board Informal Meeting Minutes Monday, June 24, 2019 Page 9 of 14 FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT The Board of Directors of the Flood Control District convened in Informal Session at 9:30 AM on Monday, June 24, 2019, in the Supervisors' Conference Room, 301 W. Jefferson, 10th Floor, 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; Steve Gallardo, District 5. Also present: Fran McCarroll, Clerk of the Board; Maria Ceaglske, Minutes Coordinator; Joy Rich, County Manager; and Andrea Cummings, Legal Counsel. PRESENTATION F-1. PRESENTATION, PUBLIC HEARING AND TRUTH IN TAXATION HEARING ON THE FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT FY 2020 BUDGET Presentation regarding the Flood Control District 2020 Budget: (C-49-19-035-P-00) Cynthia Goelz, Budget Director Mayra Hourigan, Budget Manager Convene a public hearing to hear taxpayers who may wish to comment on the FY 2020 Flood Control District Tentative Budget which was adopted May 20, 2019, the proposed tax levy, or on any proposed changes to the Tentative Budget. See ARS 48-254. The budget of $123,171,290 represents no change from the Tentative Budget. Ms. Hourigan presented the proposed Flood Control District FY 2020 Final Budget and stated there were no changes made since the tentative budget was approved. Chairman Gates asked if there were any registered speakers. The Clerk stated there were none. There being no speakers present for the hearing, the hearing was closed. Informal Meeting Minutes Monday, June 24, 2019 Page 10 of 14 ACTION F-2. FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT TRUTH-IN-TAXATION MOTION TO LEVY 1) Approve the proposed secondary tax levy increase of $3,383,616. THIS ACTION REQUIRES A ROLL CALL VOTE OF THE BOARD. 2) Authorize the Clerk of the Board to mail a copy of the truth in taxation notice, a statement of its publication and the result of the governing body’s vote to the property tax oversight commission within three days of this hearing. (C-49-19-036-M-00) Motion was made by Director Hickman to approve by roll call vote the proposed secondary tax levy increase of $3,383,616 and direct the Clerk of the Board to send the appropriate documents to the Property Tax Oversight Commission. Seconded by Director Chucri. The Clerk called the roll with the following result: Ayes: Sellers, Chucri, Gates, Hickman, Gallardo MEETING ADJOURNED/CONVENED There being no further business to come before the Board, Chairman Gates adjourned the Board of Directors of the Flood Control District of Maricopa County. ___________________________ Bill Gates, Chairman of the Board ATTEST: ____________________________ Fran McCarroll, Clerk of the Board Informal Meeting Minutes Monday, June 24, 2019 Page 11 of 14 LIBRARY DISTRICT The Board of Directors of the Library District convened in Informal Session at 9:30 AM on Monday, June 24, 2019, in the Supervisors' Conference Room, 301 W. Jefferson, 10th Floor, 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; Steve Gallardo, District 5. Also present: Fran McCarroll, Clerk of the Board; Maria Ceaglske, Minutes Coordinator; Joy Rich, County Manager; and Andrea Cummings, Legal Counsel. PRESENTATION L-1. PRESENTATION, PUBLIC HEARING AND TRUTH IN TAXATION HEARING ON THE LIBRARY DISTRICT FY 2020 BUDGET Presentation regarding the Library District FY 2020 Budget: (C-49-19-038-P-00) Cynthia Goelz, Budget Director Mayra Hourigan, Budget Manager Convene a public hearing to hear taxpayers who may wish to comment on the FY 2020 Library District Tentative Budget which was adopted May 20, 2019, the proposed tax levy or on any proposed changes to the Tentative Budget. See ARS 48-254. This budget represents no change in total from the Tentative Budget of $34,069,155. Ms. Hourigan presented the proposed Library District FY 2020 Final Budget and stated there were no changes made since the tentative budget was approved. Informal Meeting Minutes Monday, June 24, 2019 Page 12 of 14 Chairman Gates asked if there were any registered speakers. The Clerk stated there were none. There being no speakers present for the hearing, the hearing was closed. ACTION L-2. LIBRARY DISTRICT TRUTH-IN-TAXATION MOTION TO LEVY 1) Approve the proposed secondary tax levy increase of $926,690. THIS ACTION REQUIRES A ROLL CALL VOTE OF THE BOARD. 2) Authorize the Clerk of the Board to mail a copy of the truth in taxation notice, a statement of its publication and the result of the governing body’s vote to the property tax oversight commission within three days of this hearing. (C-49-19-039-M-00) Motion was made by Director Hickman to approve by roll call vote the proposed secondary tax levy increase of $926,690 and direct the Clerk of the Board to send the appropriate documents to the Property Tax Oversight Commission. Seconded by Director Sellers. The Clerk called the roll with the following result: Ayes: Sellers, Chucri, Gates, Hickman, Gallardo MEETING ADJOURNED/CONVENED There being no further business to come before the Board, Chairman Gates adjourned the Board of Directors of the Library District of Maricopa County. ___________________________ Bill Gates, Chairman of the Board ATTEST: ____________________________ Fran McCarroll, Clerk of the Board Informal Meeting Minutes Monday, June 24, 2019 Page 13 of 14 STADIUM DISTRICT The Board of Directors of the Stadium District convened in Informal Session at 9:30 AM on Monday, June 24, 2019, in the Supervisors' Conference Room, 301 W. Jefferson, 10th Floor, 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; Steve Gallardo, District 5. Also present: Fran McCarroll, Clerk of the Board; Maria Ceaglske, Minutes Coordinator; Joy Rich, County Manager; and Andrea Cummings, Legal Counsel. PRESENTATION S-1. PRESENTATION AND PUBLIC HEARING ON THE STADIUM DISTRICT FY 2020 BUDGET Presentation regarding the Stadium District FY 2020 Budget: Cynthia Goelz, Budget Director Mayra Hourigan, Budget Manager Convene a public hearing to hear taxpayers who may wish to comment on the FY 2020 Stadium District Tentative Budget which was adopted May 20, 2019, or on any proposed changes. See ARS 48-4232. There were no changes from the Tentative Budget of $250,000. (C-49-19-041-P-00) Ms. Hourigan presented the proposed Stadium District FY 2020 Final Budget and stated there were no changes made since the tentative budget was approved. Informal Meeting Minutes Monday, June 24, 2019 Page 14 of 14 Chairman Gates asked if there were any registered speakers. The Clerk stated there were none. There being no speakers present for the hearing, the hearing was closed. MEETING ADJOURNED There being no further business to come before the Board, Chairman Gates adjourned the Board of Directors of the Stadium District of Maricopa County. ____________________________ Bill Gates, Chairman of the Board ATTEST: _______________________________ Fran McCarroll, Official Record Keeper