FLAGSTAFF, Ariz — The Flagstaff City Council has selected Moses Milazzo to fill the Council seat vacated by the resignation of Mr. Anthony Garcia. He will be appointed and sworn in during the Tuesday, Oct. 20 Council Meeting at 3 p.m. and will serve until December 2028.
Mr. Milazzo was selected through a competitive process that drew 28 applicants. Candidates submitted an application, letter of interest, resume, written responses to applicant questions, and provided a public introduction during a Council meeting. After an initial review of these materials, the City Council selected five finalists to participate in public interviews before making its final appointment. All materials submitted by candidates can be viewed athttps://public.destinyhosted.com/35247/agenda/.
Mr. Milazzo brings extensive experience in science, education, and community leadership to the Flagstaff City Council. A Flagstaff-area resident for more than 18 years, he holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and a Ph.D. in Planetary Sciences from the University of Arizona. Milazzo is the founder and executive director of Other Orb LLC and has served in leadership roles with the Flagstaff Housing Commission, Flagstaff Housing Authority, and Flagstaff Shelter Services, providing a strong background in housing advocacy, public service, and collaborative problem-solving.
Mayor Becky Daggett shared “We’re honored to welcome Moses to the city council. His extensive knowledge of housing issues, long-time service to the city, and devotion to this community will serve us well throughout his term. I’d like to thank all the applicants for stepping up for consideration. We had many excellent candidates from which to choose and their willingness to serve is commendable. They have this council’s gratitude.”
For related questions, please contact Sarah Langley, Public Affair Director, at sarah.langley@flagstaffaz.gov.