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Form: Application for Service

   

Aggregate Mining Operations Zoning District Committee - In cooperation with the State Mine Inspector's Office and various County agencies, the Board reviews issues related to mining operations along the Agua Fria River between the CAP Canal and Grand Avenue.

Air Pollution Hearing Board - provides input for industry to comply with emissions standards without production loss, reduction of labor force, and/or strained financial conditions.

Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation Board of Directors - Established in 1997, the Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation (formerly Arizona Diamondbacks Charities) was created as a collaborative effort between the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Maricopa County Stadium District. Areas of focus include: homelessness/low-income housing, indigent healthcare and children's programs of all types, including education and youth baseball field development.

Arizona Public Safety Personnel Retirement System Local - provides a uniform, consistent and equitable program for public safety personnel who are regularly assigned hazardous duty in the employ of a political subdivision.

Board of Adjustment - interprets the zoning ordinance, variances and use permits and can grant variances.

Board of Health - advises the director of Public Health and makes rules and regulations for the protection and preservation of public health.

Building Code Advisory Board - determines the suitability of alternate materials or construction methods under the provisions of the Maricopa County Comprehensive Building Safety Code.

Citizens' Audit Advisory Committee - assists the Board of Supervisors by reviewing the county's financial information, the established systems of internal controls, and the audit process.

Citizens' Jail Oversight Committee - reviews Criminal Justice related project requests and makes recommendations to the Board of Supervisors.

Citizen's Transportation Oversight Committee - facilitates citizen involvement in the decision-making process regarding the Maricopa regional freeway system. (Maricopa is part of the state committee).

Community Development Advisory Committee - advises on matters concerning the Community Development Block Grant program, including fair housing and housing affordability issues affecting low/moderate income people, and allows for effective involvement of participating cities and towns throughout all stages of the Block Grant program.

Corrections Officers Retirement Plan Local Board (CORP) - Provides a uniform, consistent and equitable program for those eligible corrections officers as defined by the Plan.

Deferred Compensation Committee - determines method of payment of compensation benefits for the Maricopa County Deferred Compensation Plan. (Members are County employees).

Drainage Review Board - Hears requests for variances to the Drainage Regulations for Maricopa County and appeals from interpretations made by the Drainage Administrator.

Employee Suggestion Merit Award Board - supervises the Suggestion Program and provides an incentive in generating ideas in cost reduction through increased efficiency and productivity, improved procedures, and the elimination of duplication and waste. (Members are County employees).

Flood Control District Citizens' Advisory Board - advises the Board of Directors of the Flood Control District on matters pertaining to flood control, drainage, water conservation, and related matters.

Housing Authority of Maricopa County - efficiently provides affordable rental housing to low-income households who cannot afford to pay market rents and promote training, educational opportunities and economic self-sufficiency so they can become homeowners.

Industrial Development Authority Board of Directors - assists in the financing of commercial and industrial enterprises; safe, sanitary, and affordable housing; and healthcare facilities through the issuance of multiple revenue bonds.

Legislative Governmental Mall Commission- develops and promotes a common master plan for the Governmental Mall by meeting with major stakeholders and acting as a catalyst to solve problems and promote site improvements in the Mall area.

Library District Citizens' Advisory Committee - advises the Board of Directors of the Library District and acts as a liaison between the community and the library administration.

Maricopa County Commission on Justice System Intervention for the Seriously Mentally Ill - acts in an advisory role to the Board of Supervisors on matters pertaining to individuals identified as seriously mentally ill and their interactions, or possible interactions, with the Maricopa County Justice System. Also makes recommendations to the Board of Supervisors as appropriate..

Maricopa Workforce Connections - provides guidance and oversight of activities under the Job Training Law and Job Training plan for Maricopa County Service Delivery Area in partnership with the Board of Supervisors and Human Services Dept.

Merit System Commission - hears appeals from covered, permanent status employees regarding their dismissal, suspension or demotion.

Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission - advises the Board of Supervisors on matters pertaining to parks and recreation.

Planning and Zoning Commission - makes recommendations to the Board of Supervisors on rezoning applications, amendments to the Zoning Ordinance, master plans and comprehensive plans. The Commission may approve preliminary plats, grant requests for initiative or rezoning applications and accept status reports on Special Use Permits.

Ryan White Title I Planning Council - establishes priorities for the allocation of federal funds for HIV positive individuals, develops a comprehensive plan for delivery of health services, participates in the development of a statewide statement of need, and monitors operating procedures.

Self-Insured Trust Fund Board of Trustees - administers the Maricopa County Self-Insured Trust Fund for direct payment of benefits, losses and/or claims.

Sports Commission Board of Directors - acts as an umbrella agency to coordinate sports bids for the region, as well as central clearinghouse for local sports programs.

State Board of Equalization - reviews appeals regarding property valuations or classifications pursuant to A.R.S 42-172.01 and A.R.S 42-172.02 and related statutes. (Seasonal hearings).

Transportation Advisory Board - supports comprehensive transportation planning and supports the continued safety and maintenance of the County Transportation System: reviews and recommends the CIP (Capital Improvement Plan) to implement Board of Supervisors' transportation goals.

Travel Reduction Program Regional Task Force - designs the framework for the implementation of employer alternativemode transportation plans to insure they are reasonable and effective in meeting the goals set forth by the legislature, and fairly applied to all participating employers.

Voluntary Vehicle Repair and Retrofit Program Advisory Committee - advises and makes recommendations on the development and implementation of the program to the Board of Supervisors.

For additional information on Maricopa County Boards and Commissions, please contact the specific group's liaison.

For general information about County Boards and Commissions, contact Stefanie Murphy at (602) 506-2774.