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Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Aug. 8

by Community Contributor • August 8, 2018 • Comments Off

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What are the Candidates Top Three Priorities?
Dawn steps down as Executive Director
Candidate Forum August 30th

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What are the Candidates Top Three Priorities?

In an ideal world, our City Council Candidates would be able to do it all, yesterday. But any job requires prioritiies– where will the Candidates focus their attention and energy? We asked the Candidates what their top 3 priorities will be if elected to City Council. See more results from the Candidate Survey at www.Flagstaffelection.com

Coral Evans for Mayor
1. Responsible Stewardship 2. Open, transparent and accountable government 3. Local Governance

Austin Aslan
1. Sustainable + Smart Growth 2. Affordable/Workforce Housing 3. Public Safety

Paul Deasy
1. Improving infrastructure 2. Diversifying the economy 3. Cultivating community partnerships

Dennis Lavin
1. Foster economic prosperity 2. Provide exceptional service to the Community 3. Invest in our City’s employees

Alex Martinez
1. Economic Development 2. Compatible growth 3. Our environment

Regina Salas
1. Economic vitality 2. Small business and local nonprofits 3. Open space, natural areas, dark skies

Adam Shimoni
1. Attainable Housing 2. Water Conservation 3. Economic Development

Dawn steps down as Executive Director

Dear F3 Supporters and Friends,

It has been my great pleasure to work for and with you this past year. I have learned and grown and met the most amazing people. The thing I am the most in awe of is the intelligent passion of this community.

As many of you know, four years ago I began building my dream: a Shakespeare Festival in Flagstaff. This year, the board of that organization made it their goal to make my position a paid one. On July 1st, I saw my dream become my job.

Then, I had to make some tough choices about finding more space and time for the other important jobs I do as a foster mom, wife, board member for the Foundry, and teacher. While I loved my time at F3 and especially the wonderful board, who I consider to be exemplary peers and wonderful friends–it became clear that stepping away from F3 would allow for both the organization and myself to find the best path forward.

Growing up here, I knew I wanted it to be my home when I was ready to settle and that I wanted o give back in every way I could to this community and town. I want to thank all of you and the board of F3 for the opportunity to serve you over the past year. I will not be disappearing from F3 or City Council meetings and look forward to seeing you all soon!

Sincerely
Dawn Tucker

F3 would like to thank Dawn Tucker for her service as our Executive Director. We wish her the best in her continued endeavors and hope to collaborate again soon. F3 inquiries should continue to go to Emily Melhorn, Acting Executive Director, atemelhorn@friendsofflagstaff.org

F3 Candidate Forum and Local Initiatives on August 30th

It’s an election year, which means that Friends of Flagstaff’s Future is excited to provide a Flagstaff City Council Candidate Forum. We will be holding the Forum from 5:30 to 8:00 pm on August 30th at the Coconino Community College Lone Tree Campus (2800 S. Lone Tree Rd.).
We will be utilizing the same format for the Forum that has become a tradition for F3. Each candidate will visit a small group of attendees to answer questions in a speed-dating type format. This provides the opportunity to ask the questions that are important to YOU and to hear the concerns of other citizens in the community.
We’re mixing things up slightly this year by inviting the local initiatives to meet with people before the Forum starts. If you have questions about the initiatives, we want to provide the opportunity to get answers and learn more. This will also be an opportunity to learn more about the important work that our co-sponsors are doing, who will also be answering questions before the start of the Forum. We are proud to have many co-sponsors this year: Sierra Club Platinum Group, Citizens’ Climate Lobby, Stand Up! for Flagstaff, Habitat Harmony, Keep Flagstaff Together, Flagstaff Freethinkers, Local First Arizona, Repeal Coalition, and NAIC, Friends of Flagstaff’s Future thanks them for the work that they do in this community and for being a part of this event.
We at Friends of Flagstaff’s Future always keep in mind the importance of being involved in local issues which can have a great impact on our daily lives. While politics in Washington or even at the state level might feel distant, individuals talking to their local representatives can create the change to make their immediate surroundings more environmentally sustainable, socially just, and economically prosperous. We hope to see you on August 30th!