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District 2 Supervisor Liz Archuleta — Special Edition News — Coconino County’s Resources During the COVID-19 Pandemic

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April 3, 2020
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Coconino County Government
ELIZABETH C. ARCHULETA
Supervisor, District 2
Special Edition
Contact Us
Supervisor Liz Archuleta; (928) 679-7152; larchuleta@coconino.az.gov
Theresa M. Munoz, Executive Assistant; (928) 679-7162; tmunoz@coconino.az.gov
Coconino County’s Resources During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Coconino County is here to support our community during the COVID-19 Pandemic. The County has several resources for our community to use during this time.
You can visit our website by clicking here to see all the resources we are providing through Coconino County.
Below are some resources offered through the County as well as our community partners.
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Have Questions? Call Coconino County’s COVID-19 Information Line
COVID-19 Call Center:
(928) 679-7300
Call Center Hours
Monday-Friday from 8am-9pm
Saturday-Sunday from 9am-4pm
Need Assistance with Rent & Utilities?
Coconino County Health and Human Services is continuing to provide Rental and Utility Assistance Services by phone, email, mail or by appointment. You can contact them at 928-679-7300.
Resources for Small Businesses and Employees
Each week a virtual meeting and business-centric briefing (Primarily for Small Businesses) will be facilitated by Coconino County business and health professionals which will bring current, simple and practical business advice via your computer or smart phone.
This is a FREE weekly webinar to keep your businesses focused on planning and implementation strategies during this time. If you are a small business owner and want to learn helpful tips on how to handle the COVID-19 pandemic, please email
cpasterz@coconino.az.gov today to be added to the webinar list.
Additional County resources for employers and employees:
FUSD Food Service Expanded to Mobile Sites
The Flagstaff Unified School District is expanding the grab and go breakfast and lunch program with the addition of mobile site locations.  Beginning on Wednesday, April 1, 2020, the “Grab and Go” Food Service program will be expanded to additional mobile sites located in Mountainaire, Kachina, Munds Park, Bow & Arrow, Lumberjack Store and along Leupp Rd. The mobile locations will be next to FUSD white buses.
The addresses of mobile the sites are:
  • Zuni & Kofa @ the Cul de Sac (8:30 a.m. -9:00 a.m.)
  • Zuni Drive & Cochise Dr @ Bow & Arrow Park (9:03 a.m. – 9:33 a.m.)
  • Mountainaire Store (8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.)
  • Kachina Trail @ Raymond Park (9:10 a.m.-9:40 a.m.)
  • 37 Pinewood Blvd @ the Post Office (9:50 a.m.-10:20 a.m.)
  • 6885 Lumberjack @ the Lumberjack Store (8:30 a.m.-8:45 a.m.)
  • Rustler Rd & Leupp Rd (8:51 a.m.-9:01 a.m.)
  • S Horn Rd & Leupp Rd (9:14 a.m.-9:24 a.m.)
  • Star School (9:25 a.m.-9:40 a.m.)
“Grab and Go” breakfast and lunch meals will continue to be available for any child, age 18 and under, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m at Coconino High, Cromer Elementary, Killip Elementary, Kinsey Elementary, Leupp Elementary, Marshall Elementary, and Thomas Elementary.
Following the acceptance of an Arizona Department of Education waiver, children do not have to be present if their parents or guardians wish to pick up the meal.
Emergency Housing Assistance for Veterans
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The Veteran Resource Center is now funding emergency hotel stays for veterans seeking housing.
If you are:
• in congregate living situations such as shelters;
• are 60 or older or
• have significant underlying health problems,
• particularly those with weakened immune system or health problems that impact lung functions.
Please have the Veteran call 928-266-1984 for this assistance.
County Treasurer Updates Payment Options
The Coconino County Treasurer’s Office is now altering service levels and payment methods due to the COVID-19 pandemic and to protect public health.
Property owners can pay taxes in person at a temporary drive-thru window from 9 a.m. – noon on Mondays and Wednesdays at 2304 N. Third Street in Flagstaff. People can also pay online, via telephone, by mail or at our drop box located at 110 E. Cherry Ave. in Flagstaff.
Coconino County Treasurer’s Office is now the first in Arizona that can accept PayPal Credit. Individuals interested must apply directly with PayPal. For additional information, visit https://www.coconino.az.gov/372/Treasurer.
“I understand that this is a very stressful time, especially for those suffering direct effects from this public health crisis, and my office is committed to helping any way we can,” said Sarah Benatar, Coconino County Treasurer. “Ensuring the health, safety and economic tranquility of our citizens is of the utmost importance. All 15 County Treasurers stand together in our commitment to help in any way we can and urge our Governor and Legislature to take immediate action in extending the May 1 property tax delinquency deadline to June 1.”
You Are Not Alone.
Coconino National Forest Closing Crowded Destinations in Sedona
SEDONA, Ariz., April 3, 2020 — In continuing the effort to limit the spread of COVID-19, the Red Rock Ranger District of Coconino National Forest is in the process of closing its highest-use destinations and day-use sites in the Sedona area in response to large numbers of people hiking, congregating, and not practicing social distancing.
In coordination with Verde Valley and Sedona civic leaders, the following trails and day-use sites will be closed this weekend, until further notice:
  • Beaver Creek Day-Use Site
  • Bell Rock Trailhead
  • Cathedral Rock Trailhead and Trail
  • Courthouse Vista Trailhead
  • Crescent Moon Day-Use Site
  • Devil’s Bridge Trail, including OHV access and surrounding associated trails:
  • Dry Creek Trailhead
  • Long Canyon Trailhead
  • Mescal Trailhead
  • West Fork Trailhead and Trail
Don’t Forget to Fill Out the 2020 Census!
Coconino County Residents Count:
Fill out the 2020 Census!
This is your friendly reminder to fill out the 2020 Census so that we can ensure that our community is counted and can receive the necessary resources we need to keep our community safe, healthy, and thriving!
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At Home Activities and Resources for Children, Teens and Adults!
  • Health.com offers 8 ideas to keep you busy, help you stay connected, and not go stir-crazy. Click the link above to check out their ideas!
  • More ideas for you to have fun from the safety of your home!
  • Psychology Today offers insight into how to care for yourself during the COVID-19 pandemic. This article offers thoughtful ideas on caring for your mental health during this time. Click the link above to check it out!
  • Bluprint is currently offering FREE access to their 1300 online art classes. If you’ve been interested in picking up a creative new hobby, then be sure to check out their classes offered by clicking the link above. Learn how to watercolor, draw with colored pencils, paint with acrylic and more!
  • With schools out and no formal recess or P.E., Beachbody on Demand is has FREE workouts to make family fitness fun and a part of your daily routine with their free selection of Beachbody Kids Workouts from Beachbody celebrity trainers Tony Horton, Shaun T and Leandro Carvalho. Have fun and get moving by clicking the link above!
Daily COVID-19 Updates on Facebook
Did you know that Coconino County is going live every day at 2:00 pm on Facebook to keep you informed about what the County is doing during this time?
Make sure to tune in at 2:00 pm each day to get an update from the County about COVID-19. All past updates are archived on the County’s Facebook page.