BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
County Administrator Hiring Process
6.
7.
Discussion/Direction/Action regarding the County Administrator Hiring
Process. (District 3)
Motion by Supervisor Heinz, seconded by Chair Allen, to proceed as discussed,
approved 5-0.
Executive Session
Pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(3), for legal advice and discussion with
Outside Counsel regarding draft language and questions about which the
Board will seek a report under oath from Sheriff Chris Nanos - concerning
matters ranging from his work history to other personnel, management or
internal affairs matters of concern, to immigration enforcement, to any
other related matters connected with the duties of his office - in alignment
with A.R.S. §11-253(A). (District 2)
Informational only
8.
Requesting Report from Sheriff Nanos per A.R.S. §11-253(A)
Discussion/Direction/Action regarding draft language and questions
about which the Board will seek a report under oath from Sheriff Chris
Nanos - concerning matters ranging from his work history to other
personnel, management or internal affairs matters of concern, to
immigration enforcement, to any other related matters connected with the
duties of his office - in alignment with A.R.S. §11-253(A). (District 2)
Motion by Chair Allen, seconded by Supervisor Heinz. Request report in 10
business days to coincide with next Board meeting on April 21, 2026, approved
5-0.
Pursuant to A.R.S. §11-253, the Board requests a report from Sheriff Nanos
addressing the facts and circumstances related to each of the following
matters, together with any corrective actions taken to date, any additional
actions proposed, and a timeline for implementation where applicable:
1. Prior representations regarding your employment history with the El Paso
Police Department, including:
a) the circumstances of your departure,
b) the dates of your employment as reflected in application materials,
résumés, and prior testimony with Pima County, and
c) any prior disciplinary history, including suspensions.
For this matter, please also identify whether any inaccuracies or omissions
occurred, and what steps, if any, you will take to address the matter,
restore public confidence, and ensure the accuracy and completeness of
your official background and employment representations in the future.
2. The disciplinary actions involving former Pima County Sheriff candidate Lt.
Heather Lappin and union leader Sgt. Aaron Cross, including the process,
standards, and considerations applied in those matters.
For this matter, please also identify whether existing policies, procedures,
and supervisory practices adequately safeguard impartiality and