The Cochise County Board held a special meeting on September 30, 2025, to discuss potential legal actions regarding a recent settlement agreement. The meeting highlighted concerns about the implications of litigation on county taxpayers and the timing of these discussions ahead of an upcoming election.

During the meeting, board member Morris expressed frustration over the ongoing legal disputes, suggesting that they were costly and unnecessary. She pointed out that the current situation could affect the passage of a tax election and the requirements for petition signatures related to a jail tax election. Morris emphasized the need for clarity and confidence in the electoral process, which she felt was undermined by the ongoing litigation.

The board discussed the hiring of attorney Lesota to evaluate the potential lawsuit, citing a conflict of interest within the county attorney's office. This decision was made to ensure that the board received unbiased legal advice. The board plans to hold another special meeting to hear from Lesota and Deputy County Attorney Correa regarding the merits of the case and the likelihood of success if they proceed with legal action.

The meeting concluded with a commitment to further evaluate the situation based on the forthcoming legal briefings. The board remains in the early stages of determining whether to file a lawsuit, with the next steps dependent on the advice received from their legal counsel.