Gila County BOS Meeting

The Gila County Board of Supervisors held a meeting on May 19, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement actions included approval of a professional services contract with John S. Pearlman LLC for up to $65,000, and a contract with SJ Anderson Company for the Rally Around the Flags project with a maximum compensation of approximately $333,546, funded through a combination of county lottery funds and constituent funds. The board also approved an amendment to a professional services contract for crosswalk development, and multiple intergovernmental agreements totaling over $130,000 to support the 2026 summer youth work employment program. Additionally, the board approved the purchase of four Chevrolet Silverado police pursuit vehicles for $386,040 under a state contract. There was discussion of capital improvement projects including landfill liner repairs and flood recovery projects, with updates on funding and contractor engagement. The meeting also featured a presentation of the county's financial audit results, highlighting some findings and corrective actions. The board emphasized the need to seek grant funding for projects due to current financial constraints and flood recovery costs. Motions to approve contracts and funding allocations were passed with majority votes.