On March 26, 2025, the Phoenix City Council approved Ordinance S-51748, authorizing the City Manager to enter into a construction staging license with Maricopa County. The agreement permits the County to use up to 1.12 acres of City-owned land at 706 W. Jefferson Street for staging activities related to the construction of a new 250,000-square-foot Elections Office at 110 S. 8th Avenue. Initially, 0.32 acres will be leased, with the remaining 0.80 acres available if an existing license with Kitchell Construction terminates. The license term is one year, with up to four six-month extensions, and rent is set at $1 per square foot annually. Maricopa County will maintain the site, obtain necessary permits, and ensure the property is fenced. The license supports efficient construction logistics while aligning with future redevelopment goals for the area.
This decision enables progress on a major civic infrastructure project while generating temporary revenue for the city and maintaining flexibility for future redevelopment opportunities in downtown Phoenix.