Apache County Supervisors Guide Policy, Budgets, Community Services

The Apache County Board of Supervisors operates as a three member body responsible for county policy, budget approval, and oversight of services administered from St. Johns. The small size of the board concentrates decision making at the county level, making resident involvement in meetings and public comment periods a primary way for communities across the county to influence local priorities.

Current members of the board are Nelson Davis, Supervisor and Board Chairman representing District III, Dr. Joe Shirley, Jr., Supervisor and Board Vice Chairman representing District I, and Alton Joe Shepherd, Supervisor representing District II. Daily operations and meeting agendas are prepared and supported by the county manager and the clerk of the board, who maintain the administrative functions that allow the board to meet and carry out its responsibilities.

The Board of Supervisors office serves as the central point of contact for county services and public inquiries. Phone numbers and addresses for those inquiries are listed on the county Board of Supervisors webpage at apachecountyaz.gov/Board-of-Supervisors. Residents and stakeholders use the meeting calendar and published contact information to follow or attend meetings, submit public comment, request public records, and engage the board on matters ranging from the county budget to public works projects and community development initiatives.

For residents, the board s decisions shape local road and infrastructure maintenance, service delivery, and coordination with tribal, state, and federal partners. Active participation at public meetings and timely records requests can influence how resources are allocated across districts. Because the board operates with three members, each supervisor s vote carries significant weight on key issues, which underscores the impact of voter engagement and direct outreach.

The board s responsibilities include not only approving fiscal plans but also working on intergovernmental coordination that affects funding and service delivery across communities in Apache County. To follow the board s schedule, review agendas, or make a records request contact the Board of Supervisors office or consult the contact listings and calendar on the county webpage provided above.