Since its formation in 1973, the Authority has been governed by a highly distinguished group of community leaders who serve six-year terms. It is through their commitment and talents that the Authority has continued to serve the State of Arizona with excellence and distinction.

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Shelby Scharbach is the Executive Director of the Maricopa County Industrial Development Authority. Ms. Scharbach has over 35 years of local government experience and retired from Maricopa County in 2020 having served as Chief Financial Officer and Assistant County Manager. Her experience includes municipal/tax-exempt bond financing, accounting, budget, procurement, risk management, deferred compensation, and strategic planning. During her tenure as Chief Financial Officer, Maricopa County maint

The Maricopa County Industrial Development Authority helps create and maintain jobs within Maricopa County and assists residents of the County to achieve a better standard of living and way of life.

The Industrial Development Authority of the County of Maricopa meets the second Tuesday of each month (unless otherwise noted in the Annual Meeting Notice). You will find the posted agendas and results/minutes for the meetings below. The schedule for the 2026 calendar year can be found at: 2026 Annual Meeting Schedule.

To create and maintain jobs within Maricopa County and assist the residents of the County to achieve a better standard of living and way of life.

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To create and maintain jobs within Maricopa County and assist the residents of the County to achieve a better standard of living and way of life.