20260604 Special Meeting - Opportunity Zones

The Cochise County Board of Supervisors held a special meeting on June 4, 2026, to discuss and make recommendations to the Arizona Commerce Authority regarding Opportunity Zone 2.0 census tract nominations. The board reviewed various potential zones within the county, focusing on areas with commercial development potential, infrastructure, and investment attractiveness, including parcels near the port of entry, Sierra Vista commercial corridors, and Douglas. They considered factors such as median family income, land availability, zoning, and existing development plans. The board debated the ranking of four key tracts to recommend for Opportunity Zone designation, aiming to attract investment and development, including commercial, residential, and industrial projects. A motion was made and amended to direct staff to recommend four specific tracts in order of precedence to the Arizona Commerce Authority, reflecting strategic priorities for economic growth and redevelopment in the county.