The Subcommittee may vote to discuss Item 2 in Executive Session pursuant to A.R.S. Section 38-431(A)(1); 38-431.01(A)(1); and 38-431.03(A)(3).
Title
Reappointment of Phoenix Municipal Court Judge and Chief Presiding Judge
Description
This item is for discussion and consideration of reappointment of the Phoenix Municipal Court Judge, for a four-year term, and reappointment of Judge B. Don Taylor III to an annual term as Chief Presiding Judge of the Phoenix Municipal Court.
THIS ITEM IS FOR DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION.
Summary
The Judicial Selection Advisory Board convened on April 4, 2025, and recommended the following reappointments:
- Judge Alex Navidad as a Judge of the Phoenix Municipal Court for a four-year term that would end on July 12, 2029.
- Judge B. Don Taylor III as Chief Presiding Judge for an annual term expiring June 30, 2026. Judge B. Don Taylor III is currently serving as a Judge of the Phoenix Municipal Court for a four-year term that expires on February 9, 2029.
If recommended for reappointment by the Public Safety and Justice Subcommittee, the reappointments of Chief Presiding Judge B. Don Taylor III and Judge Alex Navidad will be considered by the full City Council during the Formal Council Meeting on May 21, 2025. If approved by the full City Council, Chief Presiding Judge B. Don Taylor III and Judge Alex Navidad will be sworn in during the Formal City Council Meeting on June 4, 2025.
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Gina Montes and the Municipal Court.