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Pima County board appoints candidate identified in record as 'Jorge So to' as treasurer
Summary
The Board of Supervisors confirmed a candidate recorded in the meeting as 'Jorge So to' to serve as Pima County treasurer after discussion of the office’s recent staffing and continuity needs; the nomination passed on the board floor following interviews and endorsements.
The Pima County Board of Supervisors on July 28 appointed a candidate identified in the meeting record as "Jorge So to" to serve as the county treasurer.
Board members emphasized the need for steady leadership in the treasurer's office after recent turnover. Supervisor Scott moved to appoint the candidate and Supervisor Connell seconded the motion. Supporters praised the treasurer’s staff and the candidate’s experience: board remarks noted the treasurer's office has more than 200 collective years of service and that the person chosen will need to restore confidence and stability.
Supervisor Scott said the office needs a leader who "can be trusted, who brings strong leadership skills and management skills, that can restore confidence in the office," and several board members highlighted Chief Deputy Treasurer Jake Martin's role maintaining operations during transitions. The nomination was announced on the record as passing by a 4–0 vote and the successful nominee was directed to meet with the clerk's office to complete required paperwork.
The board did not record detailed biographical material for the appointee in the hearing transcript beyond references to the candidate's experience; the transcript spells the confirmed name as "Jorge So to." The meeting packet lists the appointment as item 22 and the board noted the position required three votes to confirm. The board thanked all applicants who sought the role and said it expects the new treasurer to prioritize staff morale, transparent stewardship of county funds and fiduciary responsibility.
