Council President Hughes called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. and welcomed all attendees.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United States of America was recited by all present.
Councilmembers present were: Mr. Bookout, Mr. Flanagan, Mr. Mochal, Mr. Hughes, Mr. Mochal, Ms. Piper, and Mr. Whitehead. Attorney Freeman and Auditor Carroll were also present.
Election of Council Officers
President of the Council
- Nomination: Councilmember Bookout nominated Councilmember Hughes
- Second: Councilmember Flanagan.
- Motion to Close Nominations was made by Councilmember Whitehead
- Seconded by Councilmember Piper
- Vote (Roll Call): All members voted yes.
- Result: Councilmember William Hughes elected Council President.
The Council publicly thanked Councilmember Whitehead for his leadership in the prior year.
President Pro Tempore
- Nomination: Councilmember Flanagan nominated Councilmember Kantz.
- Second: Councilmember Piper
- Motion to Close Nominations: Councilmember Whitehead,
- Second: Councilmember Piper
- Vote (Roll Call): All members voted yes.
- Result: Councilmember Kantz was selected President Pro Tempore.
Approval of Agenda
- Motion: Councilmember Flanagan moved to approve the agenda.
- Second: Councilmember Piper
- Vote (Roll Call): All members voted yes.
- Result: Agenda approved.
Appointments and Committee Reports
IT Committee
- IT staffing changes were discussed, including retirements, new hires, and contract positions.
- Committee additions: Mr. Chester (University of Arizona, cybersecurity expert) and Brett Eden (State IOT/Justice Center liaison).
- Positions for IT supervisor, help desk support, and network administrator were reviewed for staffing and budget alignment.