Local Politics · Pima County
Pima County Chief Deputy Treasurer Jake Martin, 23, resigned on Wednesday after being asked to step down by new Treasurer Jorge Soto. Martin had served as acting treasurer for several weeks following the June resignation of former Treasurer Brian Johnson amid sexual misconduct allegations from employees. Martin said the investigation into Johnson was exhausting and that Soto's transition coincided with his readiness to leave. He applied for the permanent treasurer position but is now seeking his next role.
Community News · Pima County
At its Oct. 13 meeting, the Pima County Board of Supervisors proclaimed the week of Oct. 17-25, 2026, as Children and Nature Week in Pima County, sponsored by Supervisor Jen Allen. The proclamation affirms children's rights to connect with nature, observe wildlife, and experience the Sonoran Desert, supported by multiple county departments including Conservation Lands & Resources, Parks and Recreation, and the Public Library. The initiative aligns with the Prosperity Initiative and marks the 25th anniversary of the Sonoran Desert Conservation Plan. The Pima Connecting Children to Nature Coalition is promoting activities throughout the week to help families access outdoor spaces.
