Inside Pima County with Rex Scott

In the latest episode of Inside Pima County with Supervisor Rex Scott, Supervisor Scott is joined by someone whose work touches nearly every aspect of how our county operates: the Director of our Office of Finance and Risk Management, Art Cuaron. Art begins by sharing a bit about his deep roots in our community. A Tucson native born and raised on the upper west side, he built his academic foundati...

Pima County’s wastewater system is one of those essential public services most people rarely think about—until something goes wrong. Yet behind the scenes, an enormous amount of engineering, planning, and innovation keeps our community healthy, our environment protected, and our future water supply secure. In this episode of Inside Pima County , Supervisor Rex Scott sits down with Jackson Jenkins,...

Sarah Hanna, Director of the Kino Sports Complex and head of the Kino Stadium District, brings a uniquely diverse professional background to one of Pima County’s most dynamic public assets. A Tucson native and Sabino High School graduate, Hanna’s early life revolved around competitive swimming—an experience that led her into lifeguarding and eventually into the water‑park industry. Director Hanna...

Pima County’s Office of Community and Workforce Development is one of the region’s most ambitious, human‑centered engines for economic mobility, housing stability, and opportunity. At its helm is Director Dan Sullivan , a lifelong Tucsonan whose personal history is woven tightly into the fabric of the county he now serves. Director Sullivan’s father not only worked for the county, but the Sullivan...

Pima County’s commitment to digital equity has accelerated dramatically in recent years, and at the center of that effort is Michelle Simon, Director of the Office of Digital Inclusion. With 15 years of service to the county and a professional background spanning workforce development, nonprofit administration, public administration, and even network and database administration, Simon brings both...

In southern Arizona, the shift into heat season is unmistakable. Mornings warm-up earlier, evenings cool down more slowly, and the desert sun begins its months‑long climb toward triple‑digit temperatures. For Pima County, this isn’t just a change in weather—it marks the start of one of our most challenging public‑health periods. This episode of Inside Pima County focuses on how we prepare for that...

This is the 11th episode of Inside Pima County with Rex Scott , the show where we pull back the curtain on the people and decisions shaping life in our community. Today’s episode features Chris Poirier, Former Director of Development Services. If you’ve ever replaced a water heater, built a home, or watched a major project rise from the desert floor, the DSD team has been part of that story. Chris...

In this episode of Inside Pima County with Rex Scott , Supervisor Rex Scott sits down with Diane Frisch, Director of Pima County’s Attractions and Tourism Department, to explore how tourism plays a vital role in our local economy and quality of life. Diane shares her unique path from managing radio and TV stations to leading the County’s efforts in promoting attractions, events, and tourism assets...

In this episode of Inside Pima County , Supervisor Rex Scott sits down with Eric Schepp, Director of the Pima County Regional Flood Control District, to explore how the County manages flood risk, protects communities, and is rethinking water as a long-term resource. Schepp shares his path from civil engineering studies at Johns Hopkins University to a 30-year career with Pima County, highlighting...

In this episode of Inside Pima County , Supervisor Rex Scott sits down with Pima County Public Library Director Tess Mayer to discuss her background, the role of libraries in the community, and the future of the library system. Mayer shares her journey from teaching English as a second language to a career in librarianship, shaped by her belief that access to information can transform lives. Her e...

In this episode of Inside Pima County with Supervisor Rex Scott , Supervisor Scott speaks with Kathryn Skinner, Director of the Pima County Department of Transportation, about the work that goes into planning, maintaining, and improving the county’s transportation network. Skinner shares her professional journey from the University of Arizona, where she studied civil engineering, to nearly two dec...

In this episode of Inside Pima County, Supervisor Rex Scott visits the Pima Animal Care Center (PACC) to speak with Director Steve Kozachik about the center’s operations, challenges, and future plans. Kozachik shares his background in public service and animal welfare, and explains that PACC is much more than an adoption center — it is the county’s only open-admission shelter, providing intake ser...

In this episode of Inside Pima County, Supervisor Rex Scott is joined by Mike Ortega, Executive Director of the Pima Association of Governments (PAG) and the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA). The conversation focuses on how regional transportation planning is structured in Pima County and Southern Arizona, and the respective roles of PAG, the RTA, and their governing boards. Ortega begins b...

In this episode of Inside Pima County with Rex Scott , Supervisor Rex Scott sits down with Kris Gade, Director of Pima County’s newest department: Conservation and Land Resources (CLR). The conversation explores how the department was formed, what it manages, and why Pima County’s long-standing commitment to conservation continues to shape responsible growth across the region. Listeners gain insig...

In this conversation, Supervisor Rex Scott interviews Heath Vescovi-Chiordi, the director of the Economic Development Department in Pima County. They discuss the structure and responsibilities of the department, the strategic planning process for economic development, collaboration with regional partners, key factors for attracting businesses, and the integration of the Prosperity Initiative. The...

In this episode of Inside Pima County , Supervisor Rex Scott focuses on how Pima County government is organized and why connecting with the right county office matters when addressing community concerns. His conversation with Jen Darland, Director of Office of Housing Opportunities and Homeless Solutions highlights how Pima County approaches complex issues through clearly defined roles and coordin...

Welcome to the first episode of Inside Pima County with Supervisor Rex Scott . Supervisor Rex Scott is joined by Nicole Scott (no relation!), Director of the Pima Early Education Program Scholarships, better known as PEEPs, for a conversation about why early childhood education matters, how this scholarship program began, and what it’s doing for families across Pima County. Nicole shares the origi...

Inside Pima County with Supervisor Rex Scott is a new podcast created to bring our community closer to the people, programs, and services that keep Pima County running. Hosted by District 1 Supervisor and Chair of the Board, Rex Scott , this series opens the doors to county government in a way that’s accessible, transparent, and genuinely human. Every episode features candid conversations with the...