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DATE: September 25, 2019 TIME: 6:00 p.m. LOCATION: 2540 W. Apache Trail, Suite 108; Apache Junction, AZ 85120 CALL IN: 888-537-7715 Participant Passcode: 28020256# I. Call to Order

II. Pledge of Allegiance

III. Roll Call

IV. Introduction of Guests

V. Call to the Public (Members of the public may speak on any item not listed on the agenda. Items presented during the Call to the Public portion of the

Agenda cannot be acted on by the Regional Council. Individual Regional Council members may ask questions of the public, but are prohibited by the Open Meeting Law from discussing or considering the item among themselves until the item is officially placed on the agenda. Individuals are limited to a two-minute presentation. For the sake of efficiency, the Chair may eliminate the Call to the Public portion of any agenda.)

VI. Legislative Update – Kevin Adam

VII. Open Meeting Law Overview – Christina Estes-Werther League of Arizona Cities and Towns (30 minutes)

VIII. Consent Agenda (All items on the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine and will be approved by a single vote. A Regional Council member or the Executive Director may request that an item be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered separately.) A. Approval of June 26, 2019 Regional Council Meeting Minutes B. Approval of the membership of CAG’s Committees C. Approval of a Joint Project Agreement (JPA) for Mobility Management Services between CAG and the Sun

Corridor MPO – Travis Ashbaugh

IX. Executive Director’s Report

X. Action Items A. Financial Report – Yvonne Tackett B. Confirmation of Regional Council Voting Membership – Andrea Robles C. Approval of the FY 2020 – FY 2030 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Amendments – Travis

Ashbaugh D. Information on Population Estimates – Travis Ashbaugh E. Approval of the 2055 Population Projections – Travis Ashbaugh F. Re-Establishment of the CAG POPTAC Committee – Travis Ashbaugh

XI. Information Items

A. 24th Annual Legislative Day – Andrea Robles B. Department Updates – CAG Staff

XII. Call to the Council

Regional Council Meeting Agenda

This agenda may be subject to amendment prior to 24 hours before the meeting. Anyone requiring special meal or physical accommodations, please contact the CAG Office at 480-474-9300.

XIII. Upcoming Meetings & Events Management Committee November TBD – Apache Junction Regional Council December 4, 2019 – Apache Junction Transportation Technical Advisory Committee October 10, 2019 – Superior Council Chambers 21st Annual Arizona Rural Transportation Summit October 16-18, 2019 – Casino Del Sol, Tucson Environmental Planning Committee November 6, 2019 – Apache Junction

XIV. Adjourn

Consent Agenda Item VIII-A

2540 W. Apache Trail, Suite 108 Apache Junction, AZ 85120 (480) 474-9300

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Date: September 12, 2019

To: Andrea Robles / Regional Council

From: Angela Gotto, Community Development Analyst III

Subject: Regional Council Minutes – June 26, 2019

Recommended Motion Move to approve the Regional Council minutes from June 26, 2019. Attachment(s) June 26, 2019 Regional Council Minutes

Information Only

Motion to Approve

Regional Council June 26, 2019 Meeting Minutes

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DATE: June 26, 2019 TIME: 6:00 p.m. LOCATION: 2540 W. Apache Trail, Suite 108; Apache Junction, AZ 85120

I. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Gameros called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm.

II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

Chairman Gameros led the Regional Council, guests and CAG staff in the Pledge of Allegiance.

III. ROLL CALL AND INTRODUCTIONS

Members Present: Al Gameros, Jon Thompson, Bobby Davis, Dean Hetrick, Darryl Dalley, Jim Ferris, Anita Hinojos, Pete Rios, Robert Schroeder, Bob Huddleston, Micah Powell, Debra Sommers, Vincent Manfredi, Robin Benning

Members Absent: Tim Humphrey, Tara Walter, Joe Dietz, Ed Honea, Mila Besich

Staff: Andrea Robles, Yvonne Tackett, Angela Gotto, Alan Urban, Travis Ashbaugh, Ken Hebert, Stephen Cooper, Brad Mecham

Guests: Mary Springer, Rick Miller, Anna Flores, Anna McCray, Heather Wilkey, Jennifer Evans, Kevin Adam, Paul Jepson, Andy Smith, Karla Petty

IV. CALL TO THE PUBLIC

No one answered the Call to the Public. V. PRESENTATION

Ms. Karla Petty, Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Arizona Division Administrator, provided an overview of the Arizona Council on Transportation Innovation (ACTI). She provided history on the formation of the ACTI and discussed Every Day Counts (EDC) – a state-based model to identify and rapidly deploy proven, but underutilized innovations at the state and local levels. The EDC’s five initiatives are safe transportation for every pedestrian, value capture, project building, reducing rural roadway departures and virtual public involvement. Questions, comments and discussion followed. Ms. Petty will send information to be shared with Council.

VI. LEGISLATIVE UPDATE

Kevin Adam provided the Legislative Update to the Council.

VII. EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS REPORT

Ms. Robles updated the Council on recent activities and meetings taking place at CAG. She stated that the Economic Development Administration conducted a site visit and has provided a letter to CAG expressing their support for CAG and the continuous improvements to the program over the last two years. Ms. Robles continued that EDA also reviewed the CEDS document and stated “The CEDS is very well done and should serve as an excellent economic development tool to increase prosperity in your region.” She stated that she would be setting up a meeting with the Executive Committee and CAG’s auditors to discuss presentation of the audit to Management Committee and Regional Council.


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Ms. Robles informed the Council that the Wells Fargo line of credit and the City of Globe have been paid off. She also informed the Council that CAG and Sun Corridor Metropolitan Planning Agency (SCMPO) will be hosting the 2020 Transportation Summit at the Harrah’s Ak-Chin. This was an information item.

VIII. CONSENT ITEMS

Vice-Mayor Robin Benning, Town of Queen Creek, made a motion to approve the consent agenda items as presented. Councilmember Bobby Davis, Town of Star Valley, seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.

A. Approval of Regional Council Minutes – May 8, 2019

The May 8, 2019 minutes were approved under Consent Item VIII-A.

B. Approval of CAG’s Procurement Policy Update.

The Procurement Policy Update was approved under Consent Item VII-A.

IX. NEW BUSINESS

A. Review, Discussion and Decision regarding terms for the employment contract with Andrea Robles as the

Executive Director

Chairman Gameros informed the Council that Management Committee Chairman, Steven Turner, was directed to

make a more modern contract for the Executive Director. He stated that a redlined contract was attached for the

Regional Council’s review. Vice-Mayor Benning stated that he struggles with this item because of the base pay. He

stated that it isn’t about Ms. Robles, but feels the base pay is too high to start at. Vice-Mayor Micah Powell, City of

Eloy, stated that the two previous directors were paid substantially higher. Chairman Gameros asked Mr. Paul

Jepson, Town of Globe, what the Management Committee discussion consisted of. Mr. Jepson stated that the

Management Committee did not have an issue with the base salary. He stated that the Committee recommended

changing the automatic increase in pay after completion of the CPM course to be changed to at the discretion of the

Regional Council upon annual reviews. Mayor Jon Thompson, City of Coolidge, stated that Ms. Robles is the one that

has consistently cleaned up the mess left behind by previous directors. He stated that debating over money is the

wrong way to go and he doesn’t know why the people that are here all the time allow people who rarely attend

meetings to cause such problems. Councilmember Bobby Davis made a motion to approve the employment contract

with Andrea Robles as the CAG Executive Director and to buy down her vacation to 215 hours. Mayor Darryl Dalley

seconded the motion. Al Gameros – Aye; Dean Hetrick – Aye; Darryl Dalley – Aye; Jim Ferris – Aye; Bobby Davis –

Aye; Anita Hinojos – Aye; Pete Rios – Aye; Robert Schroeder – Aye; Jon Thompson – Aye; Micah Powell – Aye; Debra

Sommers – Aye; Vincent Manfredi – Aye; Robin Benning – Nay; Bob Huddleston – Nay. Motion passed 12-2.

B. Financial Report

Ms. Tackett explained to the Council that the Financial Report will be presented in a multi-year actual vs budget comparison worksheet summarizing all financial activity as requested by the Regional Council at the last meeting. Councilmember Bobby Davis made a motion to accept the Financial Report as presented. Mayor Jon Thompson seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.


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C. Review, Discussion and Decision on the approval of the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy

(CEDS)

Mr. Brad Mecham informed the council that CAG completes the CEDS process for the Gila and Pinal County Region each year. He stated that the CEDS defines regional economic priorities to identify projects that will create or retain quality jobs and provide research on the economic status of the region. Mr. Mecham stated this is the annual update that will be sent to the Economic Development Administration (EDA) upon approval. Councilmember Bobby Davis made a motion to accept the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) update. Mayor Jon Thompson seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.

D. Review, Discussion and Decision on the FY 20 – FY 21 ADOT Two Year Work Program

Mr. Ashbaugh informed the Council that the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) prepares an annual work program for each Council of Governments that outlines required elements to be undertaken with the Federal funds that are distributed by ADOT. He stated that for the first time, ADOT is issuing a two-year work program for Fiscal Year 2020 and Fiscal Year 2021 totaling $370,000 for the two-year period. Mr. Ashbaugh informed the council that ADOT is planning to remove $20,000 in 5310 Administrative funds, but that they are looking for alternatives to replace those funds. Vice-Mayor Robin Benning made a motion to approve the FY 20 – FY 21 ADOT Two Year Work Program. Councilmember Bobby Davis seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously

E. Review, Discussion and Decision on Resolution No. 2019-05 supporting the routing of the North-South Corridor

Mr. Ashbaugh informed the council that the North-South Corridor is one of the key projects in the Pinal Regional Transportation Plan. He stated that the preferred corridor, outlined in green on the map provided in the packet, would relieve frequent traffic delays on Interstate 10, as well as providing a more direct route from U.S. 60 in the east valley. Councilmember Bobby Davis made a motion to approve Resolution No. 2019-05 supporting the routing of the North-South Corridor. Mayor Jon Thompson seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.

F. Review, Discussion and Decision on Resolution No. 2019-06 supporting the Hayden/Winkelman Better

Utilizing Investment to Leverage Development (BUILD) Grant

Mr. Ashbaugh stated that the Town of Hayden and the Town of Winkelman submitted a joint pre-scoping grant

application for road improvement on South Golf Course Road (Hayden) and Quarelli Street (Winkelman) as the

eligible transportation funding sources for both Towns are not sufficient to deliver the project needs. He stated that

the Towns are seeking the BUILD grant due to limited sight and safety deficiencies that may have contributed to local

crashes, including two fatalities. Councilmember Bobby Davis made a motion to approve Resolution No. 2019-06

supporting the Hayden/Winkelman BUILD Grant. Mayor Darryl Dalley seconded the motion. The motion passed

unanimously.

G. Review, Discussion and Decision on Resolution No. 2019-07 supporting the Pinal County Interstate 11 (I-11)

Coalition support for the Federal Highway Administration and Arizona Department of Transportation’s Interstate

11 Tier 1 Environmental Impact Statement and preliminary section 4(F) evaluation

Mr. Ashbaugh informed the council that the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) issued a notice of intent to begin a three-year Tier 1 Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) to select a corridor alternative for I-11 between Nogales and Wickenburg. He stated that the Resolution supports the


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West Pinal Freeway that is programmed in Phase II of the Pinal Regional Transportation Plan. Councilmember Bobby Davis made a motion to approve Resolution No. 2019-07 supporting the Pinal County Interstate 11 (I-11) Coalition support for the Federal Highway Administration and Arizona Department of Transportation’s Interstate 11 Tier 1 Environmental Impact Statement and preliminary section 4(F) evaluation. Vice-Mayor Vincent Manfredi, City of Maricopa, seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.

H. Department Updates

Transportation Department Mr. Travis Ashbaugh informed the council that he would be issuing a call for projects on July 11th due to a project that has received funding therefor, it is being removed from the TIP. ASARCO Lead Paint Abatement Mr. Alan Urban stated that Spray Systems was selected as the contractor to do the abatement and repairs on homes that tested positive for the lead based paint project and that the abatement would begin at the end of June. Information Services Ms. Angela Gotto informed the council that CAG has signed up to be a donation drop off point for water to assist with the United Way of Pinal County’s heat relief for the homeless initiative that takes place every year. This was an information item.

X. CALL TO THE COUNCIL

Supervisor Pete Rios, Pinal County, stated that the Board of Supervisors had completed round two of interviews with the candidates for County Manager. He stated that all candidates were internal candidates and whomever is selected for the position would make an excellent County Manager.

Mayor Dean Hetrick, Town of Hayden, expressed his thanks to the Pinal County and Gila County Board of Supervisors for the additional funding given to the Hayden Senior Center to continue its operations.

Mr. Rick Miller, City of Coolidge, addressed the council and stated that he would like to commend the Regional Council board for appointing Andrea Robles as CAG’s Executive Director and congratulated Ms. Robles

XI. DATE, TIME, LOCATION OF NEXT MEETING

The next Regional Council meeting will be held September 25, 2019 in Apache Junction.

XI. ADJOURNMENT Councilmember Davis made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Vice-Mayor Robin Benning seconded the motion. Chairman Gameros adjourned the meeting at 7:53pm.

Consent Agenda Item VIII – B


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To: Regional Council

From: Andrea Robles, Executive Director

Subject: Confirm Members of CAG Committees

Staff Recommendation Move to approve membership of CAG Committees. Management Committee Motion Don Jones, Town of Mammoth, made a motion to approve the Management Committee Consent Agenda Items. Rick Miller, City of Coolidge, seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Summary Discussion CAG staffs several committees to support the planning process in the CAG Region. At this time, we are asking for an annual approval of all members of each committee.

• Economic Development Board of Directors • Pinal Regional Transportation Authority Board • Management Committee • Transportation Technical Advisory Committee • Environmental Planning Committee • Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) Committee

Fiscal Impacts There are no fiscal impacts to CAG. Attachment(s) Committee Membership Rosters

Information Only

Motion to Approve

2019-2020 Chair Mayor Al Gameros City of Globe

Vice Chair Councilmember Bobby Davis Town of Star Valley

Secretary/Treasurer Mayor Jon Thompson City of Coolidge

Ak-Chin Indian Community Chairman Robert Miguel City of Apache Junction Mayor Jeff Serdy Councilmember Robert Schroeder (Alternate) City of Casa Grande Mayor Craig McFarland Robert Huddleston (Alternate) City of Coolidge Mayor Jon Thompson City of Eloy Mayor Joel Belloc Vice-Mayor Micah Powell (Alternate) Town of Florence Mayor Tara Walter Gila County Supervisor Tim Humphrey Gila River Indian Community Governor Stephen Roe Lewis City of Globe Mayor Al Gameros Town of Hayden Mayor Dean Hetrick Town of Kearny Mayor Debra Sommers Town of Mammoth Mayor Joe Dietz

Town of Marana Mayor Ed Honea City of Maricopa Mayor Christian Price Vice-Mayor Vincent Manfredi (Alternate) Town of Miami Mayor Darryl Dalley Town of Payson Mayor Tom Morrissey Councilmember James Ferris (Alternate) Pinal County Supervisor Pete Rios Town of Queen Creek Mayor Gail Barney Vice-Mayor Robin Benning (Alternate) San Carlos Apache Tribe Chairman Terry Rambler Town of Star Valley Mayor Gary Coon Councilmember Bobby Davis Town of Superior Mayor Mila Besich Town of Winkelman Mayor Louis Bracamonte Councilmember Anita Hinojos (Alternate) White Mountain Apache Tribe Chairwoman Gwendena Lee-Gatewood

Economic Development District Board of Directors

C E N T R A L A R I Z O N A G O V E R N M E N T S

2019 – 2020 Chair Mayor Craig McFarland City of Casa Grande

Vice Chair Mayor Mila Besich Town of Superior

Secretary/Treasurer Mayor Debra Sommers Town of Kearny

City of Apache Junction Mayor Jeff Serdy Councilmember Robert Schroeder (Alternate) City of Casa Grande Mayor Craig McFarland City of Coolidge Mayor Jon Thompson City of Eloy Mayor Joel Belloc Vice-Mayor Micah Powell (Alternate) Town of Florence Mayor Tara Walter Town of Kearny Mayor Debra Sommers

Town of Mammoth Mayor Joe Dietz City of Maricopa Mayor Christian Price Vice-Mayor Vincent Manfredi (Alternate) Pinal County Supervisor Pete Rios Town of Queen Creek Mayor Gail Barney Vice-Mayor Robin Benning (Alternate) Town of Superior Mayor Mila Besich

Pinal Regional Transportation Authority (PRTA) Board


2019 – 2020 Chair Steven Turner City of Casa Grande

Vice-Chair Paul Jepson City of Globe

Ak-Chin Indian Community Sandra Shade

City of Apache Junction Bryant Powell Matt Busby (Alternate) Anna McRay (Alternate)

City of Casa Grande Larry Rains Steven Turner (Alternate)

City of Coolidge Rick Miller

City of Eloy Harvey Krauss

Town of Florence Brent Billingsley Ben Bitter (Alternate) Jennifer Evans (Alternate)

Gila County James Menlove Mary Springer (Alternate)

Gila River Indian Community Governor Stephen R. Lewis

City of Globe Paul Jepson Jerry Barnes (Alternate)

Town of Hayden Dean Hetrick

Town of Kearny Anna Flores

Town of Mammoth Don Jones

Town of Marana Jamsheed Mehta Keith Brann (Alternate)

City of Maricopa Rick Horst Nathan Steele (Alternate)

Town of Miami Joe Heatherly

Town of Payson Sheila DeSchaff

Pinal County Greg Stanley Louis Andersen Himanshu Patel (Alternate)

Town of Queen Creek John Kross Bruce Gardner (Alternate) Heather Wilkey (Alternate)

San Carlos Apache Tribe Charles Russell

Town of Star Valley Tim Grier

Town of Superior Todd Pryor

Town of Winkelman Sylvia Kerlock

White Mountain Apache Tribe Tara Chief

Management Committee C E N T R A L A R I Z O N A G O V E R N M E N T S

2019-2020 Chair Scott Warren Gila County

Vice-Chair Tara Harman Pinal County

ADOT Jason Bottjen Charla Glendening (Alternate) Ak-Chin Indian Community Sandra Shade Bart Smith (Alternate) City of Globe Jerry Barnes Rick Powers (Alternate) Gila County Scott Warren (Chair) Mark Guerena (Alternate) Steve Sanders (Alternate) Town of Hayden Vacant Town of Kearny Anna Flores Martina Burnam (Alternate) Town of Mammoth Don Jones Town of Miami Joe Heatherly

Town of Payson Curtis Ward Sheila DeSchaaf (Alternate) Pinal County Tara Harman (Vice-Chair) Kathy Borquez (Alternate) Andy Smith (Alternate) San Carlos Apache Tribe Marvin Mull Charles Russell (Alternate) Town of Star Valley Tim Grier Town of Superior Svetlana Clark Todd Pryor (Alternate) Town of Winkelman Sylvia Kerlock Gloria Ruiz (Alternate) White Mountain Apache Tribe Tara Chief Cassie Kenton-Garcia (Alternate)

Transportation Technical Advisory Committee (TTAC)


2019-2020 Chair Darron Anglin Superstition Mountain Community Facilities District No. 1

Vice-Chair Jake Garrett Gila County – Health Department (Payson Office)

Ak-Chin Indian Community Vacant City of Apache Junction Darron Anglin Bryant Powell (Alternate) Arizona Department of Environmental Quality Edwina Vogan, Ex Officio Linda C. Taunt, Ex Officio City of Casa Grande Kevin Louis Terry McKeon (Alternate) City of Coolidge Matt Rencher City of Eloy Jon Vlaming Harvey Krauss (Alternate) Town of Florence Christopher Salas Christian Collins (Alternate) Gila County Jake Garrett Gila River Indian Community Vacant City of Globe Jerry Barnes Chris Collopy (Alternate) Town of Hayden Vacant Town of Kearny Vacant Town of Mammoth Vacant Town of Marana

Steven Dean Scott Schladweiler (Alternate) City of Maricopa Kazi Haque Town of Miami Joe Heatherly Josh Derhammer (Alternate) Town of Payson Tanner Henry Sheila DeSchaff (Alternate) Pinal County Atul Shah Dave Cruce (Alternate) Town of Queen Creek Darren Farar Paul Gardner (Alternate) San Carlos Apache Tribe Vacant San Carlos Irrigation and Drainage District Vacant Town of Star Valley Vacant Town of Superior Vacant University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Chris Jones White Mountain Apache Tribe Vacant Town of Winkelman Vacant Tri-City Regional Sanitation District Bill Clemmens

Environmental Planning Committee (EPC) C E N T R A L A R I Z O N A G O V E R N M E N T S

2019-2020 Chair Bobby Davis Town of Payson

Vice Chair Jennifer Evans Town of Florence

Central Arizona College / Access Arizona Evelyn Casuga Ak-Chin Indian Community Vacant City of Apache Junction Elan Vallender City of Casa Grande Richard Wilkie Fernando Garcia (Alt.) City of Coolidge Rick Miller Copper Corridor EDC Bill Bolin City of Eloy Jeff Fairman Town of Florence Jennifer Evans, Vice-Chair Gila County James Menlove Gila River Indian Community Vacant City of Globe Linda Oddonetto Town of Hayden Vacant Town of Kearny Vacant Town of Mammoth Vacant

Town of Marana Vacant City of Maricopa Denyse Airheart David Noble (Alt.) Town of Miami Vacant Northern Gila County EDC Vacant Town of Payson Bobby Davis, Chair Pinal County Tim Kanavel Pinal Partnership Sandie Smith Town of Queen Creek Marissa Garnett Resolution Copper Bryan Seppala San Carlos Apache Tribe Vacant Salt River Project Vacant Southern Gila County EDC Karalea Cox Town of Superior Vacant Great Western Bank Terry Strain Town of Winkelman Sylvia Kerlock

Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Committee (CEDS)


Consent Agenda Item VIII – C


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From: Travis Ashbaugh, Transportation Planning Manager

Subject: CAG/Sun Corridor MPO Joint Project Agreement (JPA) for Mobility Management

Services

Staff Recommendation Move to approve the CAG/Sun Corridor MPO Joint Project Agreement (JPA) for Mobility Management as presented. Management Committee Motion Mary Springer, Gila County, made a motion to approve the CAG/Sun Corridor MPO Joint Project Agreement (JPA) for Mobility Management as presented. Andy Smith, Pinal County, seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Summary Discussion CAG and the Sun Corridor Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) will continue their JPA for Mobility Management services for Fiscal Year 2020. We will provide the Mobility Management services for all Transit Programs within the CAG and Sun Corridor MPO planning boundaries. The day to day administration of the program will be the responsibility of CAG with support from the Sun Corridor MPO staff as stated within the JPA. Fiscal Impacts $96,250 of 5310 grant funds. Attachment(s) DRAFT CAG FY 2020 – FY 2030 TIP – (08_21_19)

Information Only

Motion to Approve

JOINT PROJECT AGREEMENT Mobility Management Services

CAG-SCMPO MM JPA 2019 1

THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into this day October 1, 2019, by and between the Sun

Corridor Metropolitan Planning Organization, a statutory legal entity established pursuant to the

laws of the State of Arizona, hereinafter called "SCMPO", AND the Central Arizona Governments, a

statutory legal entity established pursuant to the laws of the State of Arizona, hereinafter called

"CAG".

RECITALS

WHEREAS, SCMPO and CAG are entities established pursuant to ARS§11-952, by Intergovernmental

Agreement and consists of duly-constituted governmental entities located within the boundaries of

Pinal County, Arizona; and

WHEREAS, SCMPO and CAG as provided in ARS § ll-952.02(B)(l) are deemed political subdivisions

of the State of Arizona authorized to exercise the powers specified in the Intergovernmental

Agreement including, but not limited to, execution of Agreements and expenditure of allocated

funds in support of its activities; and

WHEREAS, SCMPO and CAG are administrated by an Executive Board and Regional Council,

composed of designees from each member agency, which is responsible for planning, program

implementation and control, budgeting and employment of staff; and

WHEREAS, in order to carry out the Mobility Management function for Pinal County, SCMPO and

CAG have agreed to enter into a Joint Project Agreement whereby CAG will provide the Mobility

Management services for all Transit Programs within the Sun Corridor MPO planning boundaries,

within Pinal County; and

WHEREAS, the Mobility Management program is an ADOT reimbursable program, CAG agrees to

function as the fiscal agent for this program, and follow all ADOT requirements for reimbursement.

WHEREAS, SCMPO and CAG agree that the management of said program for the Sun Corridor MPO

boundaries, within Pinal County, will be under CAG, with input and suggestions from SCMPO staff.



NOW, THEREFORE, THE PARTIES AGREE AS FOLLOWS:

1. Administration of the Program: The parties agree that the day to day administration

of the program will be the responsibility of CAG;

a. Monthly invoicing and reports to ADOT will be the responsibility of CAG;

b. Monthly reporting in the ADOT LPA DBE System will be the responsibility of CAG;

c. CAG will gather all monthly or quarterly reports from sub-recipients and submit to

ADOT within 45 days;

d. Management of the Mobility Manager will be the responsibility of CAG, with input,

if needed, from SCMPO staff;

e. CAG agrees that all deadlines for submission of key documents to ADOT be met in

order to keep all SCMPO sub-recipients (programs) eligible for funding.

2. Program Activities: The parties agree that the following activities and services (at a

minimum) will be provide by the Mobility Manager within the SCMPO Planning Boundaries;

a. A monthly or bi-monthly Coordination Council meeting will be held, on a rotating

basis, one in Gila County and one in Pinal County. Items on the agenda for the

meetings should be specific to the needs of the transit programs;

b. The Mobility Manager will visit the 5310 and 5311 programs, and potential

programs within the region at least two times a year, and at a minimum;

i. Develop a good working relationship with each program;

ii. Gather detailed data and service/program information;

iii. Prepare programs for ADOT/FTA site visits;

iv. Provide technical assistance for ADOT e-Grant submission;

v. Determine gaps in service and needs for service;

vi. Review driver training logs, and provide assistance for training

vii. Hold workshops and/or trainings at Coordination Meetings

viii. Keep all programs up-to-date with the latest ADOT/FTA information

through email or other means.

c. CAG will be responsible for the Coordination Plan and updates, to include SCMPO

region and their programs.

i. SCMPO will provide information and input, if needed.

3. Term of Agreement; Renewal. The initial term of this Agreement shall commence on

October 1, 2019, and shall expire on September 30, 2020. The agreement may be renewed

annually with the award of an ADOT Mobility Management Grant to CAG.



4. Termination: This Agreement may be terminated:

a. At any time by mutual agreement of the Parties

b. By either Party without cause upon 180 days written notice to the other Party of

intent to terminate.

c. For breach of contract upon 10 days written notice by the Party claiming breach to

the breaching party; said notice to specify the acts or omissions constituting the

alleged breach.

5. Notices. Notices to be sent pursuant to this Agreement shall be sent regular mail,

and/or email, to the following addresses:

Sun Corridor MPO (SCMPO) Central Arizona Governments (CAG):

Irene Higgs, Executive Director Andrea Robles, Executive Director

211 N. Florence Street, Suite 103 2540 W. Apache Trail, Suite 108

Casa Grande, AZ 85122 Apache Junction, AZ 85120

520-705-5143 (480) 474-9300

[email protected] [email protected]

Or to such other addresses as the parties may officially designate in writing.

6. Entire Agreement. This Agreement contains the entire agreement between the parties and

no modifications to the terms and conditions of the agreement shall be binding upon the

parties unless evidenced by a written agreement approved and executed by CAG and

SCMPO.

7. Conflicts of Interest. This agreement is subject to the provisions of A.R.S. §38-511

pertaining to conflicts of interest, the pertinent provisions of which are incorporated

herein.

Approvals on Following Page

mailto:[email protected]




BY SIGNITURE BELOW, THE PARTIES have caused this instrument to be executed as of the date

first above written.

Sun Corridor Metropolitan Planning Organization:

Irene Higgs

Executive Director

211 N. Florence Street, Suite 103

Casa Grande, AZ 85122

Signature:

Date: _________________________

Central Arizona Governments

Andrea Robles

Executive Director

2540 W. Apache Trail, Suite 108

Apache Junction, AZ 85120

Signature: __________________________________

Date: ___________________________

Agenda Item IX


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Subject: Director’s Report

Executive Director’s Report to the Management Committee for June, July and August 2019. A copy of my calendar is attached for your review. ***Please note the appointments marked private include the schedules for the Management Committee Chairman, Regional Council Chairman, CAG’s check signers and sick leave for staff. Below are the highlights of activities that have taken place throughout the months. Updates will be provided throughout the packet on other current activities.

• Participated on interview panels for the City of Eloy’s Management Assistant, CAG’s Administrative Assistant and Mobility Manager.

• Completed the first Employee Performance Evaluations for Staff. Last noted evaluations were in 2011.

• Continuing to hold regular Staff meetings/trainings bi-monthly • Employee policies have not been updated since 2011. I have researched the other handbooks

for the COG’s in Arizona and have had discussions with some of the COG Director’s on best practices. The first draft is near completion and will then be sent to the attorney for review.

• Executed contracts with Nelson/Nygaard for the Pinal County Transit Governance Study, ADEQ for the Septic System Study, two contracts with WIFA for procurement assistance and Davis/Bacon Monitoring under Clean Water (Wastewater) and Drinking Water and executed a three-year contract with the Economic Development Administration.

Meetings and Conferences

• Held an Executive Committee meeting on July 30th • Attended the Pinal County Board of Supervisors Meeting on July 19th and August 7th • Attended the Town of Florence’s Internet of Things Cyber Security Symposium • Attended the Pinal Partnership Breakfast in Casa Grande • Attended the Town of Miami Community Meeting • Met with the Mayor and Clerk from the Town of Hayden regarding current projects in their

communities • Met with the Clerk from the Town of Winkelman regarding current projects in their

communities • Attended the Town of Kearny Council meeting • Attended the COG/MPO Directors Meeting on June 25th and August 22nd

Information Only

Motion to Approve

Director’s Report, Page 2

• Met with Regional Council Chairman to review the Regional Council packet • Met with Paychex Payroll processing to conduct an annual review on expenses and to schedule

training for Staff. • Attended the Gila County Board of Supervisors Meeting • Met with insurance broker to review CAG’s benefits and discuss open enrollment for upcoming

year • Met with Sun Corridor MPO Staff, CAG’s Transportation Manager and GIS Intern to discuss

upcoming events to keep current on regional transportation topics and begin the planning process for the 2020 Rural Transportation Summit

• Attended the Pinal RTA Board Meeting • Met with Pinal County Manager, Greg Stanley and newly appointed County Manager, Louis

Andersen regarding the PRTA and coordination of regional planning between Pinal County and CAG

• Met with Andy Smith, PRTA General Manager, to coordinate follow up from the PRTA Board meeting, with Board members and staff, as directed by the PRTA Board

• Met with Supervisor Rios, Pinal County regarding the PRTA Board meeting • Attended the League of Arizona Cities and Towns Conference in Tucson

o Thank you to the members who took the time out of their busy schedules to meet with me during the conference.

• Attended the RTAC Board meeting • Began the Certified Public Manager (CPM) Course on Thursday, August 29, 2019 at Arizona

State University • Attended the Pinal Partnership Breakfast in Florence • Attended the Retirement farewell for Pinal County Manager, Greg Stanley • Attended the Pinal RTA Hearing at the Arizona Court of Appeals Division One • Attended the State Transportation Board Meeting in Maricopa • Attended the RTAC Management Committee Meeting

Agenda Item X – A


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From: Yvonne Tackett, Finance Manager

Subject: Financial Report

Staff Recommendation Move to approve the July 2019 Financial Report as presented. Management Committee Motion Mary Springer made a motion to approve the July 2019 Financial Report as presented. Rick Miller seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Summary Discussion The Actual vs. Budget Comparison document is presented for your review of CAG’s finances. This document reflects actual expenses and revenues for the new fiscal year as of July 31, 2019. At 8% of the fiscal year, total expenditures are approximately 3% of the annual budgeted amount. Our current cash balance is $250,137.06 and we are anticipating additional receivables of $205,488. Attachment(s) July 2019 Financial Activities Summary

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Central Arizona Governments - FinanceActual vs Budget Comparison

FY 2018-2020 8% of fiscal year elapsed

2020 ACTUAL as of

07/31/2019% 2020 BUDGET

2019 ACTUAL as of

06/30/20192019 BUDGET 2018 ACTUAL 2018 BUDGET

PersonnelSalaries 34,994$ 5.79% 604,655$ 554,080$ 570,638$ 539,629$ 568,099$

Fringe Benefits 13,825$ 5.81% 238,060$ 197,594$ 216,518$ 216,925$ 260,011$

Total Personnel 48,819$ 5.79% 842,715$ 751,674$ 787,156$ 756,553$ 828,110$

Direct CostsFacilities 5,708$ 8.72% 65,430$ 73,917$ 68,498$ 84,889$ 54,400$

Contractual Services 4,204$ 0.37% 1,140,616$ 236,194$ 1,042,165$ $ * 60,279 56,500$

Matching funds (transfers out to other Funds) 175$ 0.54% 32,500$ 31,941$ 35,000$ 46,667$ 61,667$

Travel & Development 1,571$ 3.23% 48,636$ 26,754$ 43,000$ 32,155$ 39,400$

Supplies/Printing/Advertising 2,289$ 15.78% 14,500$ 12,255$ 11,000$ 22,582$ 12,000$

Equipment/Maintenance/Software 1,603$ 6.71% 23,885$ 43,990$ 25,962$ 22,805$ 56,733$

Total Direct Costs 15,549$ 1.17% 1,325,567$ 425,051$ 1,225,625$ 209,098$ 280,700$

Transfer to Wells Fargo 20$ 31,985$ 45,722$

Total Projected Expenses 64,388$ 2.97% 2,168,282$ 1,208,710$ 2,012,781$ 1,011,373$ 1,108,810$

Revenues - New Funding 213,916$ 10.15% 2,107,545$ 1,080,733$ 2,016,880$ 1,065,945$ 911,985$

Membership Dues transfer to Local Cash Match 175$ 0.54% 32,500$ 31,941$ 35,000$ 46,667$ 61,667$

Carry over : FY 19 Revenue 65,786$

-$

Total Available Funding 214,091$ 9.71% 2,205,831$ 1,112,674$ 2,051,880$ 1,112,612$ 973,652$

* YEAR END RECEIVABLES - - * 127,268$ - -

Total Revenue Over -

(Under) Expenditures 149,703$ 37,549$ 31,231$ 39,099$ 101,239$ (135,158)$

* does not include

consultants $0.00RECEIVABLES 205,488$

Current Cash Balance: $250,137.06

NOTE:

** FY18 Budget numbers reflect differently due to Budget development and presentation by prior staff

*** FY19 Actuals include former Exec. Director payout, Wells Fargo line of credit repayment, Increased attorney fees and increase in Medical Premiums.

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Subject: Confirm Regional Council Voting Membership

Staff Recommendation Move to approve the Regional Council Voting Membership. Management Committee Motion Mary Springer made a motion to approve the Regional Council Voting Membership. Anna McCray seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Summary Discussion Regional Council is asked to confirm voting membership in accordance with CAG Bylaws, Section IV.B.2

The membership of any Eligible Governmental Unit (EGU) member who fails to pay its allocated share of financial support for CAG by the fourth (4th) Wednesday in November shall be automatically cancelled on the day after the fourth (4th) Wednesday in November. Membership will be automatically reinstated upon payment of the canceled members allocated shares of its financial support of CAG.

Fiscal Impacts $175,000 to CAG’s operating budget. $45,166 to the RTAC Assessment. Attachment(s) Regional Council Roster

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2019 – 2020 Chair Mayor Al Gameros City of Globe

Vice Chair Councilmember Bobby Davis Town of Star Valley

Secretary/Treasurer Mayor Jon Thompson City of Coolidge

Ak-Chin Indian Community Chairman Robert Miguel City of Apache Junction Mayor Jeff Serdy Councilmember Robert Schroeder (Alternate) City of Casa Grande Mayor Craig McFarland Robert Huddleston (Alternate) City of Coolidge Mayor Jon Thompson City of Eloy Mayor Joel Belloc Vice-Mayor Micah Powell (Alternate) Town of Florence Mayor Tara Walter Gila County Supervisor Tim Humphrey Gila River Indian Community Governor Stephen Roe Lewis City of Globe Mayor Al Gameros Town of Hayden Mayor Dean Hetrick Town of Kearny Mayor Debra Sommers Town of Mammoth Mayor Joe Dietz

Town of Marana Mayor Ed Honea City of Maricopa Mayor Christian Price Vice-Mayor Vincent Manfredi (Alternate) Town of Miami Mayor Darryl Dalley Town of Payson Mayor Tom Morrissey Councilmember James Ferris (Alternate) Pinal County Supervisor Pete Rios Town of Queen Creek Mayor Gail Barney Vice-Mayor Robin Benning (Alternate) San Carlos Apache Tribe Chairman Terry Rambler Town of Star Valley Mayor Gary Coon Councilmember Bobby Davis Town of Superior Mayor Mila Besich Town of Winkelman Mayor Louis Bracamonte Councilmember Anita Hinojos (Alternate) White Mountain Apache Tribe Chairwoman Gwendena Lee-Gatewood

Regional Council C E N T R A L A R I Z O N A G O V E R N M E N T S

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Subject: CAG FY 2020 – FY 2030 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)

Staff Recommendation Move to approve the FY 2020 – FY 2030 TIP Amendments as presented. Management Committee Motion Don Jones made a motion to approve the FY 2020 – FY 2030 TIP Amendments as presented. Andy Smith seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Summary Discussion CAG is responsible for identifying, prioritizing, and programming transportation improvement projects that are to be completed over a minimum four-to-five-year period on local and regional roads using regionally accepted policies and plans. Projects that meet federal requirements are eligible for CAG’s allocated regional Surface Transportation Block Grant Program (STBGP) funds within the TIP.

1. Jesse Hayes/Pinal Creek Bridge (#8630) & Intersection (Project # GBL 21-01D & GLB 24-01C) – DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION

a. Remove Design in FY 2021 b. Remove Construction in FY 2024 c. Return all funding back to TIP for reprogramming

i. Design = $207,500.00 ii. Construction = $380,000.00

d. Remove State Railroad Funds of $100,000.00 e. Remove Bridge Replacement Program Funds of $1,000,000.00

2. Broad Street (Project # GLB 18-01C) – Rehabilitation & Upgrades - CONSTRUCTION

a. Apply available FY 2020 STBGP dollars in the amount of $58,815.65 i. Project already under construction since FY 2019

ii. Additional funds needed to fix unexpected repairs. b. Increased STBGP dollars from $417,215.00 (FY 2019) to $476,030.65 (FY 2020 Addition of

$58,815.65) c. Increased required Local Match dollars from $25,218.72 (FY 2019) to $28,773.85 (FY 2020

Addition of $3,555.13) d. Total Project dollars increased from $442,433.72 (FY 2019) to $504,804.50 (FY 2020

addition of $62,370.78) 3. FY 2022 Regional Traffic Counting (Project # CAG 22-01P)

a. Remove and Transfer FY 2022 STBGP dollars in the amount of $50,000.00 to FY 2023 Regional Traffic Counting (Project # CAG 23-01P).

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CAG FY 2020 – FY 2030 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), Page 2

4. FY 2023 Regional Traffic Counting (Project # CAG 23-01P) a. Apply STBGP dollars transfer of $50,000.00 from FY 2022 Regional Traffic Counts. b. Increase STBGP dollars from $50,000.00 to $100,000.00. c. Increase required Local Match dollars from $3,022.27 to $6,044.54. d. Total Project dollars increased from $53,022.27 to $106,044.54.

5. Houston Mesa Rd (Project # GIL 23-02D & GIL 24-02C) – Paved Shoulders with Edge Lane and

Center Lane Rumble Strips – NEW DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION a. Funds were awarded under the “Highway Safety Improvement Program” (HSIP) b. Add HSIP dollars in the Total amount of $189,000.00 for Design (Project GIL 23-02D) in FY

2023 i. HSIP dollars = $178,227.00

ii. Local Match - $10,773.00 c. Add HSIP dollars in the Total amount of $4,231,867.50 for Construction (Project GIL 24-

02C) in FY 2024 i. HSIP dollars = $4,002,615.35

ii. Local Match - $229,252.15

6. Control Rd - Segment 1 (Project # GIL 23-03D & GIL 24-03C) – Paved Road/Shoulders with Rumble Strips – NEW DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION

a. Funds were awarded under the “Highway Safety Improvement Program” (HSIP) b. Add HSIP dollars in the Total amount of $189,000.00 for Design (Project GIL 23-03D) in FY

2023 i. HSIP dollars = $178,227.00

ii. Local Match - $10,773.00 c. Add HSIP dollars in the Total amount of $4,593,172.50 for Construction (Project GIL 24-

03C) in FY 2024 i. HSIP dollars = $4,338,150.36

ii. Local Match - $255,022.14

7. Oak/Hill Street (Project # GLB 17-01C) – CONSTRUCTION a. Additional funds of $35,000 in STBGP funds for change orders

i. Process Loan with ADOT, with payback in FY 2021 Fiscal Impacts Local agencies are responsible to budget their Local Match as appropriate. Attachment(s) DRAFT CAG FY 2020 – FY 2030 TIP – (08_21_19)

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Subject: Population Estimates

Summary Discussion CAG is responsible for the collection of residential completions for all members in the CAG Region. These counts are vital to the accuracy of population estimates that the State Demographer’s office issues annually. Fiscal Impacts There is no fiscal impact to CAG. However, population estimates impact local jurisdiction budgets and expenditure limitations. Attachment(s) N/A

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Subject: Pinal County 2055 Population Projections

Staff Recommendation Move to approve the 2055 Pinal County Population Projections. Management Committee Recommended Motion Rick Miller made a motion to approve the 2055 Pinal County Population Projections as presented. Nathan Steele seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Summary Discussion Pinal County 2055 Population Projections were developed and reviewed by member agencies. Member Agencies were provided with a link to a projection viewer that showed total population (which is further broken down into group quarters population and household population) and total jobs (which is broken down into site-based jobs and non-site based jobs). Projections could be viewed by Traffic Analysis Zone, Regional Analysis Zone, and Municipal Planning Area. The first draft was reviewed in April 2019 and the final draft of projections were reviewed in May 2019. During the Management Committee meeting, there was discussion between the Management Committee members and the planning staff over concerns about the projections. During the discussion, staff noted the importance of receiving information from member agencies to provide accurate data to the State Demographer and MAG for projection purposes. Staff conveyed to Management Committee that it is important to re-establish the POPTAC Committee to ensure that the appropriate agency staff are reviewing data during the review process to appropriately address all agency concerns prior to deadlines. The Management Committee is in support of the re-establishment of the POPTAC Committee. Fiscal Impacts There is no fiscal impact to CAG. Attachment(s) Pinal County 2055 Population Projections

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City 2018 2019 2020 2025 2030 2035 2040 2045 2050 2055

Apache Junction 40,294 41,415 41,873 42,733 45,988 49,735 53,274 55,506 58,942 62,988

Casa Grande 55,772 56,914 57,518 67,532 75,049 82,798 92,880 105,588 118,395 131,054

Coolidge 12,600 12,970 13,154 20,603 33,311 48,810 66,274 82,337 94,741 105,679

Eloy 18,742 19,227 19,528 24,886 37,874 54,099 71,918 92,535 114,753 138,717

Florence 27,500 28,241 29,130 36,980 44,220 53,936 64,667 76,153 89,945 101,699

Gila River Indian Community 8,850 8,989 9,011 9,026 9,040 9,059 9,078 9,091 9,105 9,118

Kearny 2,096 2,102 2,102 2,215 2,215 2,215 2,215 2,215 2,215 2,215

Mammoth 1,533 1,639 1,692 1,702 1,702 1,702 1,702 1,702 1,702 1,702

Maricopa 52,100 55,019 59,126 75,497 79,793 84,776 88,838 93,575 98,233 102,780

Queen Creek 6,072 6,716 7,176 8,012 9,108 10,550 11,003 11,286 12,148 14,084

Superior 3,035 3,103 3,161 3,184 3,184 3,184 3,184 3,184 3,184 3,184

Unincorporated Pinal 211,935 217,079 222,704 242,644 274,676 312,028 355,844 402,020 452,871 507,813

Population Total: 440,529 453,414 466,175 535,014 616,160 712,892 820,877 935,192 1,056,234 1,181,033

Pinal County 2055 Population Projections

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Subject: Re-Establishment of the CAG POPTAC Committee

Staff Recommendation Move to approve the re-establishment of the CAG POPTAC Committee. Management Committee Recommended Motion Andy Smith made a motion to approve the re-establishment of the CAG POPTAC Committee. Nathan Steele seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Summary Discussion Historically, the CAG POPTAC Committee was established to approve CAG’s internal socio-economic datasets for Pinal County population projections developed by CAG. Over time, the POPTAC Committee became a subcommittee under the TTAC on an as needed basis. CAG began working with MAG and their staff to continue developing socio-economic databases to support the modeling efforts for Pinal County population projections. At present, CAG continues to collect and develop socio-economic datasets for MAG to support the Pinal County population projections that ultimately feeds into the state projections and annual estimates. Staff is recommending to re-establish the CAG POPTAC Committee for the purpose of reviewing and approving data sets, annual population estimates/population projections and any Census related activities. Member agency planners have served on the POPTAC Committee in the past. Below is the verbiage from the CAG Bylaws when the POPTAC was in existence. The Population Technical Advisory Committee (POPTAC) shall be responsible for the following

general functions:

(1) Acts as an advisory committee to the Regional Council regarding the Planning Department and estimate/projection issues.

(2) Coordinates information-sharing between the member entities’ staffs and CAAG’s Planning Department staff.

(3) Provides and/or verifies data used to prepare population and employment estimates and projections. This includes estimates and projections at County, municipal, and traffic analysis zone (TAZ) scales.

(4) Provides input and review of draft population estimates and projections.

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Re-Establishment of the CAG POPTAC Committee, Page 2

(5) Reviews and provides input on the methods used to prepare population and employment estimates and projections and makes recommendation based on Committee approved criteria to the Regional Council for the annual request for information by DES or other state agencies.

(6) Makes recommendations to the Regional Council for final approval of the population/employment estimates and projections for the CAAG region and its member agencies. These estimates and projections will be used for official planning purposes by CAAG member agencies, and by state agencies for transportation planning and other official uses, such as state-shared revenue.

(7) Assists, to the extent possible, the coordination of programs in preparation for the decennial or special census or a census survey. Assistance includes providing information to CAAG, which is requested by the US Bureau of Census.

(8) Provides, whenever appropriate, coordination and assistance for local, state, and federal agency programs or projects.

(9) Performs other duties and functions as assigned to them by the Regional Council. Fiscal Impacts There is no fiscal impact to CAG. Attachment(s) N/A

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Subject: Date Selection for the 24th Annual Legislative Day

Management Committee Recommended Motion Paul Jepson made a recommendation to keep the early February date and have the event remain at the League this year. If Legislative Day continues to grow, look at moving the event next year to a different location. Bruce Gardner suggested checking the old courthouse room at the Capital or the County Supervisors Association as another option. Summary Discussion Last year, the Regional Council and Management Committee recommended hosting Legislative Day prior to the end of February to allow for more participation and attendance from State Legislators. CAG, Sun Corridor MPO and the Pinal RTA hosted the 23rd Annual Legislative Day on Monday, February 4, 2019 at 10:30 AM at the League of Arizona Cities and Towns. This event was the best attended to date with over 65 attendees and 13 Legislators. Staff is looking for feedback on potential dates for the 24th Annual Legislative Day and will provide a more formalized agenda with the legislative issues and priorities for the region. Please feel free to submit thoughts, ideas or questions for discussion purposes to Angela Gotto at [email protected] or 480-474-9300. Fiscal Impacts There are no fiscal impacts to CAG. Attachment(s) N/A

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From: CAG Staff

Subject: Department Updates

A. Pinal Regional Transportation Authority

• As of August 2019 (15 months of collection), there is $21.2 million in the PRTA Escrow Account.

• Staff is compiling data on the construction costs of projects within Pinal County. • Staff will be scheduling meetings with the Executive Directors of CAG, Sun Corridor

MPO and MAG to discuss the organizational structure of the Pinal RTA. • Lawsuit – Amicus Briefs submitted July 2019, Oral arguments September 18, 2019,

Decision December 2019/January 2020

B. ASARCO Lead Abatement Project • To date, 90 homes have been tested with 44 homes returning a positive result. Of

those, 25 homes were bid for abatement work out of which nine having been completed.

• Ten additional homes are on the list to be tested. • To date, the project expenditures total $450,000.

C. Economic Development and Planning Department

• CAG was awarded $210,000 to complete a 3-year Economic Development Planning and Implementation grant from the Economic Development Administration (EDA). The match requirement is $90,000 over three years after negotiating down from a $210,000 match. The grant will be used to carry out CAG’s responsibilities as the designated Economic Development District (EDD) for the region.

D. Transportation Planning Department

Mobility Management:

• Conducted interviews on September 3rd to fill the full-time Mobility Manager position • Anticipated start date is October 1, 2019

21st Annual Arizona Rural Transportation Summit

• October 16-18, 2019 at Casino Del Sol, Tucson Arizona • It’s never too late to register – https://www.azrts.org/registration/

Pinal County Transit Governance Study

• Nelson\Nygaard was selected to conduct the 12-month study • Contract was recently executed on September 1, 2019.

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https://www.azrts.org/registration/

Department Updates, Page 2

• Kick-off meeting to refine the Scope of Work is tentatively scheduled for September 10, 2019.

5305(e) Transit Planning Funds

• Expecting to see a Notification of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) this month (September) for Transit Planning funds, requiring an 80/20 match

• Have had discussions with Gila County Manager, James Menlove, with regards to conducting a Gila County Transit Governance Study

E. CAG Regional Septic System Use Study

CAG successfully obtained funding through the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) to complete a septic system study for the region. The purpose of the study is to create a comprehensive database of existing septic systems, prioritize potential sources of contamination for remediation, and develop best practices for septic system management. The initial kickoff meeting will be held the afternoon of September 11, 2019. Mr. Mecham will provide an overview of the project to be completed by the end of the fiscal year. CAG will receive $60,000 to complete this study. Future grant applications/funding to carry out study recommendations are yet to be determined.

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