20260707 Work Session - Blight Ordinance

This work session of the Cochise County Board of Supervisors on July 7, 2026, focused on discussing a proposed ordinance to modernize the county's code compliance program related to nuisance enforcement. The ordinance aims to consolidate existing legal authorities into a clearer, more efficient framework to protect public health and safety without expanding regulatory powers. Key procurement-related topics included the county's budget for code compliance staffing, cost recovery mechanisms for property cleanup under Senate Bill 1067, and the operational challenges of enforcing nuisance abatement across a large rural area with limited staff. The discussion also covered procedural improvements such as reducing mandatory administrative hearings and clarifying responsibility for nuisance correction, especially for properties with complicated ownership. The board considered the role of law enforcement and constables in serving notices and discussed potential staffing needs and resource allocation. The ordinance was scheduled for a public hearing on July 28, 2026, with implementation plans to follow. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were mentioned, but the ordinance's cost recovery provisions and enforcement framework could impact future procurement and budget decisions related to code compliance and property cleanup services.