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Inside Pima County with Rex Scott

Supervisor Rex Scott

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 dedicated department and program directors who lead Pima County’s essential work. From public health and

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Pima County Parks and Recreation

Inside Pima County with Rex Scott ·

2026/10/02

Welcome to the latest episode of Inside Pima County, where today’s conversation highlights one of the County’s most far-reaching and community-centered departments: Parks and Recreation. Joining in this conversation is Vic Pereira, the department’s director, whose path to this role is grounded in service, leadership, and a deep connection to the community he now helps shape. Pereira’s journey to Pima County began with a distinguished 31-year career as an Air Force officer, culminating in his

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Cooperative Extension

Inside Pima County with Rex Scott ·

2026/09/18

In this episode of Inside Pima County with Rex Scott, we take a slight detour from our usual conversations with Pima County program and department directors to highlight the University of Arizona’s Cooperative Extension. In this episode, we’re joined by Jenn Parlin, who is currently serving as the interim Cooperative Extension Director. We’re delighted to have her with us to shed light on this unique and tremendously impactful resource. Jenn found her way to Arizona and chose to stay because of our

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Pima County Environmental Quality

Inside Pima County with Rex Scott ·

2026/09/04

Today’s guest brings decades of expertise in air quality, water protection, solid waste, and climate planning. We are glad to be joined by Scott DiBiase, Director of the Pima County Department of Environmental Quality. Director DiBiase’s professional journey spans several states, agencies, and roles, all of which shaped the deep technical and leadership experience he now brings to Pima County. After earning his degree in atmospheric sciences from the University of Arizona in 1991, he began his

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Grants Management and Innovation

Inside Pima County with Rex Scott ·

2026/08/21

In this latest episode of Inside Pima County with Supervisor Rex Scott, we shine a spotlight on a department whose work often happens behind the scenes but makes an enormous impact on how Pima County can serve its residents: the Grants Management and Innovation Department, known as GMI. Joining the podcast is GMI’s director, Ken Walker, along with Dorothee Harmon, who manages the division responsible for countywide grant development. Both bring decades of experience in nonprofit and governmental

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Pima County Public Defense Services

Inside Pima County with Rex Scott ·

2026/08/07

In this episode of Inside Pima County with Supervisor Rex Scott, we’re pleased to host a conversation with the head of Pima County’s Public Defense Services Department, Dean Brault. Dean has spent nearly three decades in public service as an attorney, administrator, and advocate, and we’re grateful to have him with us. Public Defense Services performs duties that aren’t optional — they’re required to provide legal services under both Arizona law and the United States Constitution. As Dean explains,

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Pima County Justice Services

Inside Pima County with Rex Scott ·

2026/07/24

In this latest edition of Inside Pima County with Supervisor Rex Scott, we’re shining the spotlight on one of the County’s most essential, yet often lesser-known, departments: Justice Services. We’re thrilled to be joined by the Director of Justice Services, Kate Vesely. Born at TMC and raised here, she’s a proud product of local public and private education, now raising her own children in the community her family has called home since the 1800s. With parents who dedicated their careers to public

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Pima County Finance and Risk Management

Inside Pima County with Rex Scott ·

2026/07/10

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 foundation at the University of Arizona, graduating in 2004 before earning his MBA from the University of

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27:03

Pima County Wastewater

Inside Pima County with Rex Scott ·

2026/07/03

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, Director of Pima County’s Regional Wastewater Reclamation Department, to explore the complex world of

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31:32

Kino Sports Complex

Inside Pima County with Rex Scott ·

2026/06/19

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 was able to make her way through leadership roles at major facilities in Arizona, Louisiana, and

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37:51

Pima County Community and Workforce Development

Inside Pima County with Rex Scott ·

2026/06/05

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 Jackson Employment Center, is named after him.Sullivan’s own path to leadership was shaped by

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27:04

Office of Digital Inclusion

Inside Pima County with Rex Scott ·

2026/05/22

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 technical expertise and deep community experience to the role. As she explains, her journey began in the

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Pima County Health Department - Beat the Heat

Inside Pima County with Rex Scott ·

2026/05/08

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 challenge and how residents can protect themselves as the hottest months arrive.Supervisor Rex Scott is

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28:54

Pima County Development Services Department

Inside Pima County with Rex Scott ·

2026/05/01

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 joins us to talk about what it really takes to guide development in a county as large and diverse as ours

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Pima County Attractions and Tourism

Inside Pima County with Rex Scott ·

2026/04/17

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. With a small but dedicated team, her department manages the Visitor Center, supports County-owned

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Pima County Regional County Flood Control District

Inside Pima County with Rex Scott ·

2026/04/03

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 his early work as a hydrologist and eventual rise to district leadership. His passion for the region—and

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30:08

PIma County Public Library

Inside Pima County with Rex Scott ·

2026/03/20

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 experience working in major library systems in Seattle and Berkeley helped shape her focus on equity,

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Pima County Department of Transportation

Inside Pima County with Rex Scott ·

2026/03/13

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 decades of service with Pima County. After beginning her career designing bridges and transportation

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Pima Animal Care Center-PACC

Inside Pima County with Rex Scott ·

2026/02/27

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 services, veterinary care, animal protection enforcement, dispatch support, and community resources across

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RTA Executive Director Michael Ortega

Inside Pima County with Rex Scott ·

2026/02/13

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 by outlining his professional background in engineering and public service, including prior roles with

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Pima County Department of Conservation Lands & Resources

Inside Pima County with Rex Scott ·

2026/01/30

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 insight into how science, land management, historic preservation, and public access come together to protect

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