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Board approves $37,500 county payment to Stratford Artworks for Teatro Carmen restoration; one supervisor dissents
Summary
The Pima County Board of Supervisors on Dec. 17 approved a $37,500 county payment to Stratford Artworks to support renovation planning for Teatro Carmen, with the club of private donors expected to provide the remaining $37,500.
The Pima County Board of Supervisors voted on Dec. 17 to extend and amend a joint development agreement with Stratford Artworks, authorizing a $37,500 general‑fund payment to support renovation planning for Teatro Carmen.
Supervisor Scott explained that the $37,500 would be paid over 12 months and that the remaining half of the $75,000 fee for the project would be raised from private donors who support restoration of Teatro Carmen as a cultural arts facility. Supervisor Christie said she supports the project but objected to county involvement and questioned whether the city — not the county — should lead a renovation within city limits; Christie voted no. The item passed 4–1.
Action: Approve amendment and extend contract term; allocate $37,500 (general fund) to Stratford Artworks for joint development agreement and Teatro Carmen renovation planning. Outcome: passed 4–1 (Supervisor Christie opposed).
