History is disappearing.

The second Pinal County Court House was completed in 1891 with "...the conviction that an imposing public facility would reflect confidence in the continuing growth of the county." It has taken over 100 years and we are just beginning to see the fruition of this dream.

But time and Mother Nature have not been kind to our beloved courthouse. Deterioration of the building’s exterior has left the interior exposed to all the elements. Roofs are leaking, ceilings are falling, and floors are warping. Bats and pigeons now occupy the attic space, leaving behind a filth of debris. The problems have advanced far beyond the control of normal maintenance. It is estimated that it will cost $4 million to make the building safe for future generations to enjoy and appreciate.

This crisis however, comes at a most opportune time.

• There is an increase in public interest in restoring the building, along with equal interests from various governmental entities.
• There is the potential for funding through intergovernmental agreements.
• There are enthusiastic people with creative ideas willing to participate.
• Our country is experiencing a time of appreciation for historic value and patriotism.

Together these conditions may generate the vehicle with which to bring this building back to represent the pride, hopes, and dreams of our forefathers. At this point, we already have been able to stabilize and repair the building’s clock tower, which had become a safety hazard. We are now working on plans to repair the rest of the roof. Once the roof is fixed, we will begin to assess exterior structural needs.

This form is part of the effort to help with repairs to the building. The Second Pinal County Courthouse Brick Paver Project allows private citizens to buy an engraved brick that will be placed on the sidewalk in front of the courthouse. The tax deductible donation to the project will be used to help pay for repairs to the building. You may inscribe a name or a phrase on every brick that you purchase and it will be placed on the walkway as a tribute to your generosity and desire to save this historic building.

We would very much appreciate it if you would purchase a brick ($50 each) and write a message to be engraved on it, following the guidelines on the form. If you have any questions regarding this project, please call Ernie Feliz, Pinal County Grants Coordinator at (520) 866-7221 or write to ernie.feliz@pinalcountyaz.gov. Thank you very much for your help in saving the 1891 Second Pinal County Courthouse.