June 1, 2019 Coconino Community College’s Stellar Newsletter Sharing the news throughout northern Arizona about what’s happening at your Community College. Coconino Community College: Education that works for you. Visit our website A quick word from the President Although the Arizona…
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Portion of Flagstaff City Hall Lawn to be part of xeriscape demonstration project
FLAGSTAFF — The City Hall landscape Conversion Pilot will convert approximately 2,000 square feet of lawn on the south side of City Hall to a xeriscape demonstration starting the first week of June. This project will be executed through a partnership…
Sedona Arts Center update for June 5 — New Exhibitions, Call to Artists, Special events. Plus, visit Sedona Arts Center on Friday, June 7 from 5 to 8 pm for a First Friday artist reception!
FINE ART GALLERY Patricia Caldwell, Bill Cramer, Chikako Myers, and Dennis Ott Artists Reception June 7, from 5 to 8pm Visit Sedona Arts Center this June and indulge in the creative wonders of featured artists Patricia Caldwell, Bill Cramer, Chikako…
Coconino County Legal Defenders Office moves on June 14
FLAGSTAFF —The Coconino County Legal Defenders Office (LDO) will be moving locations on Friday, June 14, 2019. The LDO will now be located at 220 N. Leroux St., Flagstaff, Ariz. with the entrance on Cherry St. The LDO will be…
District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler’s update for June 5 — Coconino County Board of Supervisors donates Computer Center to Western Navajo Veterans Administration
Click here for the entire e-newsletter June 4, 2019 Please take a moment to read some of the latest news and upcoming events within Coconino County and it’s surrounding areas. Feel free to share this e-newsletter and encourage others to sign up!…
City of Flagstaff names Jared Tolman as Library Director
FLAGSTAFF — The city of Flagstaff has named Jared Tolman as the new Library Director. Tolman and several other applicants participated in a recruitment process that included an extensive in-person interview process with internal and external stakeholders, as well as a…
June 26 — Truth in Taxation hearing set to be held in Flagstaff
COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino County is publishing the Truth in Taxation notice, as required by Arizona state law, explaining potential changes in the amount of property taxes collected. Interested citizens are invited to attend the public hearing which is at…
July 3 — CHAC to meet in Flagstaff
FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) will hold its next public meeting at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 3, 2019 at the Coconino County Administration Building, 219 E. Cherry Ave., Flagstaff, Arizona. Download agendas, minutes HERE CHAC serves as…
LAUNCH Flagstaff update for May 31 — Initial Investment for Preschool Expansion Secured
Click here for the entire e-newsletter THREE STEPS FORWARD Initial Investment for Preschool Expansion Secured This month the City of Flagstaff pledged an initial investment in the Flagstaff preschool expansion three-year pilot project, as part of their budget allocation…
AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection update for May 31 — Author Stella Pope Duarte: Raul H. Yzaguirre – ‘Seated at the Table of Power’ – Bio #1, more
Dear friend and partner, Below please find information on the issues addressed this week, and on an event taking place in Tolleson (registration is required). Please help us share links with family and friends. Programs can be accessed on Facebook,…
ECoNA update for May 31 — Harkins – A Blockbuster in Flagstaff
Warmer weather means blockbuster movies in the theaters and this year is no exception. Avengers: Endgame is closing in on $3 billion (yes, that’s a “b”) in worldwide ticket sales after being out a month. Meanwhile, a lot…
KNAU update for May 31 — US Officials to Put Off Oil Leases Near Sacred Tribal Land
Click here for the latest KNAU news KNAU Insider – May 31st, 2019 Poetry Friday: One Language, One Person A few weeks ago, KNAU’s Poetry Friday segment highlighted the work of the late Flagstaff poet, Jim Simmerman, and the annual poetry…
Sedona Arts Center update for May 31 — New Workshops Added! Summer Sale! 10% off all these new workshops when you pay in full!
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Summer Sale! ALL WORKSHOPS ARE ON SALE! 10% OFF THROUGH JUNE 14 ONLY! Coupon applies to new registrations that elect to pay in full at the time of registration. To take advantage of…
ADOT update for May 30 — State Route 89A FULL overnight closures north of Sedona scheduled June 9-11; daytime lane restrictions scheduled for June 13
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Three overnight closures required for drainage work Drivers who use State Route 89A between Sedona and Flagstaff are advised to plan for travel delays as crews remove rocks and fallen trees, improve drainage through the switchbacks, and…
Mormon Lake Road Reconstruction Project breaks ground
COCONINO COUNTY — Crews have broken ground on a $9.5 million project to improve Mormon Lake Road. The Mormon Lake Road Reconstruction Project includes the mill, overlay and widening of the entire 9.8 miles of roadway, which is located about 30…
District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler’s update for May 29 — Supervisor Lena Fowler Named Gates Fellow
Click here for the entire e-newsletter May 29, 2019 Please take a moment to read some of the latest news and upcoming events within Coconino County and it’s surrounding areas. Feel free to share this e-newsletter and encourage others to sign up!…
Sedona Arts Center update for May 29 — Starting Soon — Check out these upcoming Art Classes and Workshops!
Click here for the entire e-newsletter UPCOMING CLASSES & CRASH COURSES Vince Fazio Drawing Crash Course June 4 – 13, 2019 Vince Fazio offers you the chance to take an intensive course that provides all the tools you need…
The Trust For Public Land and Coconino County Announce Expansion of Roger’s Lake County Natural Area
COCONINO COUNTY — The Trust for Public Land and Coconino County announced the purchase of 80 acres at Rogers Lake near Flagstaff on May 28. The existing Rogers Lake Natural Area, a wetland area surrounded by ponderosa pine and gambel oak…
Consulado General de México en Phoenix: Eventos de Interés Para La Comunidad
Boletín Semanal / Click Aquí Información de Interés para la Comunidad 320 East McDowell Road, Phoenix, Arizona 85004 Teléfono (602) 242-7398 Emergencias: (602) 330-3642 Actividades y Eventos Feria de Documentación “Hidalgo Cerca de Ti” 17 de mayo El Departamento de…
Flagstaff Miniumum Wage
FLAGSTAFF — The city of Flagstaff’s voters (the electorate of Flagstaff) passed Proposition 414 (Flagstaff’s Minimum Wage Law), a voter initiative, with 54 percent of the vote in November 2016. Proposition 414 was amended by a supermajority of the Flagstaff…
United Way of Northern Arizona update for May 23 — 130 + 3904 + 5 million = VITA 2019
Click here for the entire e-newsletter The Big Numbers from VITA 2019 Here’s some not-so-random numbers for you: 103 3,409 5,007,692 Every number has a story to tell, and these three – all from this year’s Volunteer Income Tax…
NALEO Education Fund comes to Flagstaff
Photos by Frank X. Moraga / ©2019 AmigosNAZ Gathering helps local officials learn about the educational challenge facing Latinos in Northern Arizona FLAGSTAFF — Educators, business and political leaders gathered to learn about the NALEO Education Fund and hear…
Coconino County Offices closed in honor of Memorial Day
COCONINO COUNTY — All Coconino County administrative offices will be closed Monday, May 27, 2019 in honor of Memorial Day. While the administrative offices at the Sheriff’s Office will be closed on Monday, May 27, Dispatch, Patrol and Detention will…
County tests Emergency Notification System. See related information here
COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino County Emergency Management is conducting a test of the emergency notification system between 9 a.m. and 10 a.m. on Monday, May 27. This will help ensure that the system is up to date. County officials are…
Repairs beginning on North Schultz Flood area mitigation measures
COCONINO COUNTY — Contractors will begin repairs next week to both on- and off-forest flood mitigation measures in the northern portion of the Schultz Flood area. This is part of the Brandis Way Emergency Watershed Protection (EWP) infrastructure that was damaged…
District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler: Coconino County Offices closed in honor of Memorial Day
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Coconino County Offices closed in honor of Memorial Day All Coconino County administrative offices will be closed Monday, May 27, 2019 in honor of Memorial Day. While the administrative offices at the Sheriff’s…
Flagstaff to hold Municipal Courthouse Groundbreaking Ceremony on May 30
FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff will host a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Municipal Courthouse that will be open to the public on May 30 at 10:30. The facility is set to open spring 2020. The new, three-story, $19.5…
District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler’s update for May 21 — Tuba City Veterans’ Computer Center open house on May 24
Click here for the entire e-newsletter May 21, 2019 Please take a moment to read some of the latest news and upcoming events within Coconino County and it’s surrounding areas. Feel free to share this e-newsletter and encourage others to sign up!…
U.S. Rep. Tom O’Halleran update for May 17 — Lowering drug costs for Arizonans and improving access to care
Click here for the entire e-newsletter WEBSITE | MEET TOM | CONTACT | ISSUES | NEWSROOM | HELPING YOU Dear Friend, It has been a busy start to the year. Over the past two months, I have worked to…
ECoNA update for May 16 — A Different Way of Looking at NAU Impact
With graduation weekend just behind us, we read with interest a report from Northern Arizona University that included some unique statistics about NAU’s positive impact in the community. Typically when we get these reports, the takeaways are the…
Sedona Arts Center update for May 15 — Art Barn Historical Dedication Plus Classes, Camps, Events!
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Coming up at Sedona Arts Center… SPECIAL EVENT Historical Preservation Party Friday, May 17, 2019 5–7pm In January of 2018 the Historic Preservation Commission adopted the Historic Resource Recognition Award Program. The program…
Grant creates Center for Student Success to support all AZ community colleges
PHOENIX – The Office of the Governor, Helios Education Foundation, Pima Community College Foundation, and the Arizona Community Foundation have jointly awarded a $1,350,000 grant to create the Arizona Center for Student Success at the ten community colleges in the…
U.S. Rep. Tom O’Halleran update for May 9 — This week we recognize small businesses across Arizona
Click here for the entire e-newsletter WEBSITE | MEET TOM | CONTACT | ISSUES | NEWSROOM | HELPING YOU Dear Friend, This week is National Small Business Week. I urge you to shop local and support our local entrepreneurs…
Southside Community Association to host topical stakeholder meetings for Southside Community Plan
FLAGSTAFF — The Southside Community Association will convene a series of stakeholder meetings for the evaluation and creation of possible policies for the Southside Community Plan. The meetings will be held from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. on selected Thursdays at…
AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection update for May 10 — Playwright Marcelino Quiñonez – ‘El Che’ and estamentos, Fideicomisos y Más #1
Dear friend and partner, below please find information on the issues addressed this week. Please help us share links with family and friends. Programs can be accessed on Facebook, YouTube and Podcasts [Stitcher in Android and Podcasts in IPhone]; all…
2019 Flagstaff Street Maintenance project
FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff City Council approved the 2019 Street Maintenance overlay project at their May 7, 209 meeting. This project consists of 22 street asphalt overlays as well as associated concrete repairs for a construction cost of $4.6 million. This…
ADOT: Plan for I-40 ramp closures in Williams, west of Flagstaff
Northern Arizona drivers who use Interstate 40 are advised to plan for travel delays as crews return to complete paving, bridge and intersection work between Parks and Williams. The following I-40 ramp closures and detours are scheduled while crews reconstruct the on-…
KNAU update for May 10 — Northern Arizona Fire Managers Cautiously Optimistic Following Wet Winter
Click here for the latest KNAU news KNAU Insider – May 10th, 2019 Earth Notes: Dolores Flume At the confluence where the San Miguel the Dolores rivers, beams and hoists zipper a section of streaked, vertical sandstone cliff on river…
Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for May 9 — Flagstaff Shakespeare Festival presents, Paula Vogel’s ‘Indecent,’ Riordan Mansion State Historic Park through May 12
Click here for the entire e-newsletter This Week’s Happening Highlights The Flagstaff CVB publishes Flagstaff 365 Happenings on a weekly basis to highlight local events happening in and around Flagstaff. It is distributed throughout Downtown Flagstaff, displayed in kiosks and…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for May 9 — NAIPTA Proposes New Transit Center
Click here for more information In This Issue -NAIPTA Proposes New Transit Center -Scattered Affordable Housing Designs Approved -Dan Folke permanent Community Development Director -Community Involvement this Week Donate Now NAIPTA Proposes New Transit Center As NAIPTA has increased transit…
Sedona Arts Center update for May 8 — Summer Kids Camp: The Art of Filmmaking June 3 – 14, 2019 (Monday – Friday, 9am – 4pm)
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Coming up at Sedona Arts Center… Special Event at L’Auberge de Sedona Creekside Community Paint Out Sponsored by L’Auberge de Sedona, Goldenstein Gallery, Sedona Arts Center and Red Rock Magic Trolley Thursday, May…
JKC creates scholarship for CCC construction students
FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff-based JKC Inc. General Contractor has established a $1,000 scholarship at Coconino Community College for students wanting a career in the construction trades. “I think CCC is an integral part to the community,” said Jeff Knorr, president of JKC…
Museum of Northern Arizona introduces new Museum Director
Click here for more information Dear Members and Friends, I invite you to join the MNA Board and staff in welcoming Mary Kershaw as the new Executive Director/CEO of the Museum. A seasoned museum professional, Mary comes to MNA…
Coconino County Parks & Recreation Master Plan Update Spring 2019
Master Plan Update Spring 2019 Community Connections Coconino County Parks & Recreation connected with many organizations across Coconino County last year during the Master Plan process, and as a result, has provided information and consultation related to parks and recreation…
Sedona Arts Center update for May 6 — Robert Burridge Workshops This June at Sedona Arts Center
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Robert Burridge Workshops at Sedona Arts Center It is said, “Your heart doesn’t know how old you are.” For me, it’s true. Painting everyday in my small studio overlooking the Pacific Ocean, I…
Celebrando a la mujer, madre y empresaria de Arizona
¡Su gran motor, sus hijos! Es así como Ana Moree se inspira día a día para seguir adelante en su papel como empresaria pero sobre todo en el más importante, el papel de madre. Su convicción le llevo a obtener…
KNAU update for May 3 — Grand Canyon National Park to Reopen North Rim on May 15
Click here for the latest KNAU news KNAU Insider – May 3rd, 2019 Earth Notes: How to Age an Elk With the arrival of spring across Arizona’s high country, lengthening daylight triggers hormonal changes in elk bulls. In March they…
Sedona Arts Center update for May 2 — New Exhibitions, Call to Artists, Special events. Plus, visit Sedona Arts Center on Friday, May 3 from 5 to 8 pm for a First Friday artist reception!
FINE ART GALLERY Patricia Caldwell, Bill Cramer, Chikako Myers, and Dennis Ott Artists Reception May 3, from 5 to 8pm Visit Sedona Arts Center this May and indulge in the creative wonders of featured artists Patricia Caldwell, Bill Cramer, Chikako…
Dan Folke named Community Development Director
FLAGSTAFF — The city of Flagstaff has named Dan Folke as the new Community Development Director. Folke participated in an open and competitive recruitment that attracted nearly 60 candidates. Folke has worked as a professional planner for 22 years, most recently…
Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for May 1 — First Friday Artwalk on May 3
Click here for the entire e-newsletter This Week’s Happening Highlights The Flagstaff CVB publishes Flagstaff 365 Happenings on a weekly basis to highlight local events happening in and around Flagstaff. It is distributed throughout Downtown Flagstaff, displayed in kiosks and…
Flagstaff Police Department Citizens Liaison Committee to present Drug Awareness event on May 15
FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff Police Department Citizens Liaison Committee will present a Drug Awareness event at 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 15 at Mt. Elden Middle School, Music Room, 3223 N. Fourth St., Flagstaff. The event will include information on what to…
June 4 — CHAC to hold next meeting in Flagstaff
FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) will hold its next public meeting at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 4, 2019 at the Coconino County Administration Building, 219 E. Cherry Ave., Flagstaff, Arizona. Download agendas, minutes HERE CHAC serves as…
June 6 — Deputy City Manager candidate meet and greet opportunities
FLAGSTAFF — The city of Flagstaff invites the public to participate and provide feedback on candidates as part of the search for a new Deputy City Manager. The City Manager’s Office received 58 applications for the position and have narrowed it…
June 10 — County holds press conference on Health and Human Services department
FLAGSTAFF — Coconino County is holding a press conference to announce the formation of the Health & Human Services department. The new department integrates the Career Center, Community Services and the Public Health Services District. This press conference will take place…
June 25 — Truth in Taxation hearing set
FLAGSTAFF — Coconino County is publishing the Truth in Taxation notice, as required by Arizona state law, explaining potential changes in the amount of property taxes collected. Interested citizens are invited to attend the public hearing which is at 6 p.m.,…
Through July 30 — 12-week Basic Business Empowerment class in Flagstaff
Individual Development Accounts (IDA) matching grants for business, college education also available FLAGSTAFF — The next Coconino County Community Services’ (CCCS) 12-week (36-hour) Basic Business Empowerment (BBE) will be presented from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesday evenings through July 30th, at…
ECoNA update for April 30 — Bioscience Roadmap Highlights in NAZ
Click here for more information Each year, the Flinn Foundation provides an update on the state’s Bioscience Roadmap, a collaborative plan that will continue until 2025 to make Arizona a leader in select bioscience fields. Earlier this month,…
District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler’s update for April 29 — Supervisor Lena Fowler attends bill signing of House Bill 2318
Click here for the entire e-newsletter April 29, 2019 Please take a moment to read some of the latest news and upcoming events within Coconino County and it’s surrounding areas. Feel free to share this e-newsletter and encourage others to sign up! Share…
KNAU update for April 26
Click here for the latest KNAU news KNAU Insider – April 26th, 2019 Earth Notes: Non-wired Electricity For many years the tiny town of Punkin Center, south of Payson, Arizona, has been best known for the prominent jack-o’-lantern sign. Now it’s…
Flagstaff Aquaplex repairs and temporary closure
FLAGSTAFF — The Aquaplex (1702 N Fourth St.), pool, locker rooms and cabana area will be closed for a scheduled remodel starting May 1 and ending May 24, 2019. Other facility amenities including community rooms, fitness floor and gym will remain…