The AZSTA Board of Directors is comprised of nine citizens of Maricopa Co. who volunteer their time and accept no compensation or per diem.  The Board members are appointed to five-year terms by the Governor (5), the President of the Senate (2) and the Speaker of the House (2) and are eligible to serve two terms.  Board appointees are appointed to achieve a balanced representation of the Valley's regions as well as the tourism industry, Cactus League and youth sports. 

Bill Peltier,
Chairman

Appointed by the
Speaker of the House
Term Expires: July 2013

 
 

 

 

Judy Bernas, Vice-Chair

Appointed by the President 
of the Senate
Term Expires: July 2013


Jody Harwood,

Secretary

Appointed by the
 Governor
Term Expires: July 2013
Represents:                        Hotel Industry

 


 

   

 


Bradley Wright
Appointed by the Governor
Term Expires: 2013
Represents: Cactus League

Robert Brinton

Appointed by the Governor
Term Expires: July 2014
Represents:    Tourism

 

               

 

 

 

Verma Pastor

Appointed by the Governor
Term Expires:  July 2014

 

 

 

David L. Eberhart

Appointed by the President
of the Senate
Term Expires:  July 2015

Jerry Walker

Appointed by the
Governor
Term Expires:  July 2010
Represents:  Youth and Amateur Sports

                   

Committee Memberships

Youth & Amateur Sports

This committee sets standards for Youth and Amateur Sports grant awards and criteria by which grants are made; makes recommendations to full Board for Youth and Amateur Sports grant awards; monitors implementation of agreements with city and county governments, non-profit organizations, and all other entities, to help ensure the continued operation and maintenance of approved facilities. 

Members of this committee are:

Jerry Walker - Chairman
Bill Peltier
Verma Pastor
Judy Bernas
Rod Williams

Finance, Budget & Audit

This committee makes recommendations to the full Board of Directors for annual operating budget; oversees issuance of Authority bonds; reviews annual financial audits; and provides oversight of Authority finances. 

Members of this committee are:

Jody Harwood  - Chairman
Bill Peltier
John Benton
Verma Pastor
Robert Brinton

Tourism Promotion and Marketing

This committee collaborates with Arizona Tourism officials, local CVB's, and West Valley economic development and chamber of commerce officials to promote tourism and bring additional events to the University of Phoenix Stadium. 

Members of this Committee are:

Jody Harwood - Chairman
Verma Pastor
Judy Bernas
 
Cactus League

This committee interfaces with the Cactus League Association, Major League Baseball teams, non-profit Spring Training organizations and municipalities as the Authority fulfills its mandate to renovate and enhance Cactus League facilities. 

Members of this Committee are:

Robert Brinton - Chairman
John Benton
Rod Williams
Bill Peltier
Human Resources & Evaluation

Members of this Committee are:

Judy Bernas - Chairman
Jody Harwood
Jerry Walker
Verma Pastor
 
 
Helpful Links & Information

Youth & Amateur Sports

- Biennial Grants

 - Quick Grants 

 - GIS

University of Phoenix Stadium

University of Phoenix Stadium Tours

Cactus League Spring Training

Tourism & Hospitality

Tostitos Fiesta Bowl

Super Bowl XLII-2008

NFL Super Bowl

Arizona Cardinals Football Club

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