Pima County Board of Supervisors Meeting - September 8, 2026

The Pima County Board of Supervisors held a meeting on September 8, 2026, covering a wide range of topics including proclamations, public hearings, and budget allocations. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of contracts such as the Santa Cruz Valley Heritage Alliance Inc. contract with a corrected 15-year term, and the approval of a power substation permit for Tucson Estates by Tucson Electric Power (TEP), addressing electrical grid reliability and infrastructure upgrades. The board also approved a $5 million allocation for affordable housing gap funding and $3.7 million for programs to keep people housed, with a motion to table an additional $1 million funding request. Additionally, the board reviewed and approved amendments to the 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) focusing on energy efficiency and load management, with plans to continue collaboration with the Joint Code Committee and prepare for the 2027 IECC. Updates were provided on election processes, including cost savings and ballot security improvements. The board also discussed enhancements to the county's nondisclosure agreement policy and an expanded enhanced due diligence process for large water and electric power user projects, emphasizing transparency and comprehensive impact analysis. Several motions passed unanimously or with majority votes, reflecting ongoing efforts to improve county infrastructure, housing, energy efficiency, and governance policies.