Creatures of Statute

County Supervisors Association of Arizona
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Creatures of Statute is your inside look at county government in Arizona. Produced by the County Supervisors Association, the podcast explores the policies and partnerships shaping how counties deliver essential services, the challenges they face, and the intergovernmental partnerships that make it all work.

  1. County Touchpoints in the FY27 State Budget

    4d ago

    County Touchpoints in the FY27 State Budget

    We break down the FY 2027 state budget package introduced by the Arizona Legislature this week after months of negotiations between legislative leaders and the Governor's Office. We discuss the state's fiscal outlook, review several of the major tax and spending provisions included in the proposal, and take a closer look at where key county priorities landed in the final agreement. To view our full analysis of the budget as introduced, view our document here

    18 min
  2. Off the Charts: Why Home Values Rise but Tax Burdens Stay Low

    Jun 2

    Off the Charts: Why Home Values Rise but Tax Burdens Stay Low

    In this episode of Off the Charts, we explore how Arizona's property tax framework has kept our relative property tax burden one of the lowest in the country—even as home prices have more than doubled. We break down the data behind levy limits, inflation, county budget pressures, and what Arizona's low-tax status means for taxpayers and local services. Watch this week's episode on our youtube channel here Explore our data tools at https://www.countysupervisors.org/data and check out our levy limit guide at https://www.countysupervisors.org/levy-limits

    18 min
  3. The Business of Food Safety: Counties & the Restaurant Industry with Dan Bogert

    May 29

    The Business of Food Safety: Counties & the Restaurant Industry with Dan Bogert

    This week on Creatures of Statute, we sat down with Dan Bogert, COO of the Arizona Restaurant Association, to discuss the intersection of county government, public health, and Arizona’s restaurant industry. The conversation explored food safety regulations, health inspections, permitting, and the vital role local restaurants play in Arizona’s economy and communities. Tune in for an inside look at how industry and local government work together to support public health and small businesses across the state. Check out the Arizona Restaurant Association here View current and previous winners of the Foodist Awards here

    25 min
  4. Beyond Concrete: Innovating Flood Control in Pima County

    May 19

    Beyond Concrete: Innovating Flood Control in Pima County

    Flood control is one of the many essential services counties provide to protect residents, infrastructure, and local communities. In this episode, we take a closer look at how Pima County is modernizing flood control through targeted infrastructure investments, stormwater management projects, and community partnerships designed to reduce risk and improve public spaces. Learn more about Pima County Green Stormwater Infrastructure here To learn more about flood control districts, check out CSA's overview of special districts here

    18 min
  5. Off the Charts: What Counties Run On - A Copper Case Study

    May 15

    Off the Charts: What Counties Run On - A Copper Case Study

    Welcome to Off the Charts, the Creatures of Statute series where we dig into the data and explore the stories that most people and policymakers don't get to see. In this episode, we dig into Greenlee County and the role copper plays in shaping its revenue picture. As one of Arizona’s historic “Five C’s,” copper has long driven the local economy, but what happens when a county’s tax base is heavily concentrated in a single industry? Explore the County Encyclopedia and other data tools referenced in today's episode at https://www.countysupervisors.org/data

    16 min
  6. Inside the Majority's FY27 Budget Plan

    May 7

    Inside the Majority's FY27 Budget Plan

    In this episode, we provide a legislative update on the FY2027 state budget package released by the legislative majority, and how it compares to the Governor's January executive budget. We also cover Governor Hobbs’ veto of the package, the breakdown in negotiations over major policy items, and what it means for counties moving forward. Find our FY27 Budget Summary here View our Policy Priorities here View our summary of County Pass Through Appropriations here View our background on Opioid Settlement Funds and the Expenditure Limit here

    15 min
  7. Creating Supply: How WIFA Works to Secure Arizona's Water Future

    May 1

    Creating Supply: How WIFA Works to Secure Arizona's Water Future

    In this episode, Yuma County Supervisor and Chair of the WIFA Board, Jonathan Lines, and WIFA Director Chelsea McGuire break down how the Water Infrastructure Finance Authority is guiding strategy around water augmentation, reuse, and rural system development. Tune in to hear how Arizona is building its water future through long-term planning, innovative infrastructure projects, and collaboration across agencies and partners.

    29 min
  8. 100 Days... And Counting

    Apr 22

    100 Days... And Counting

    This week, we mark the 100th day of the legislative session and take a closer look at what that milestone really means (and doesn’t mean) for the timeline ahead. We break down where budget negotiations stand, share updates on CSA’s priority bills and key county issues, and look ahead to what could surface in the final stretch of session. To view our key Legislative and Budget Priorities, click here To view our document with select county budget touchpoints, click here

    21 min
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Creatures of Statute is your inside look at county government in Arizona. Produced by the County Supervisors Association, the podcast explores the policies and partnerships shaping how counties deliver essential services, the challenges they face, and the intergovernmental partnerships that make it all work.

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  • Creator
    County Supervisors Association of Arizona
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    35
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © County Supervisors Association of Arizona
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    Creatures of Statute

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