Category: Government

ECoNA COVID-19 Bulletin #4: Paycheck Protection Program

by Community Contributor • April 9, 2020 • Comments Off

Probably the biggest economic news right now is the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), the pool of almost $350 billion in forgivable small business loans that is one of the main components of the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act.

Today’s bulletin will be a little different as we do a deeper dive on this one topic – what the PPP is supposed to do, the hurdles and hiccups it has faced in its first week, and how the government and financial institutions are responding.

District 2 Supervisor Liz Archuleta — Special Edition News — COVID-19 Daily Dashboard

by Community Contributor • April 8, 2020 • Comments Off

In This Newsletter:
COVID-19 Daily Dashboard
Governor Ducey’s New Executive Orders
ADHS & ASU’s New Mindfulness Website
2020 Census Video Challenge
DIY Tutorial for a No-Sew Face Mask
At Home Activity Ideas
Daily COVID-19 Facebook Live Updates
Suicide Prevention Hotline

Flagstaff Mayoral and City Councilmember candidates

by Community Contributor • April 8, 2020 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff has received all candidate packets for the 2020 election and the following are official candidates for the mayor and city council positions: The mayoral candidates are: Paul Deasy Charlie Odegaard Victor Varela Jamie…

East Flagstaff Public Library is offering services via text messaging

by Community Contributor • April 8, 2020 • Comments Off

The East Flagstaff Public Library is offering services via text messaging – this is a great service for folks without internet, they can text us anytime and we will respond Mon-Fri between 10a-2p as we are able. We can take general questions, do card renewals, etc.

City of Flagstaff announces park closures

by Community Contributor • April 8, 2020 • Comments Off

Effective April 8, 2020, park spaces and amenities at City parks will be closed until further notice due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The city recognizes the importance of these outdoor amenities; however, the safety of the public, staff and the effort to stop the spread of COVID-19 are the highest priority.

District 2 Supervisor Liz Archuleta — Special Edition News — Timberline/Fernwood Neighborhood Watch Meeting is CANCELLED

by Community Contributor • April 7, 2020 • Comments Off

April 7, 2020 Coconino County Government ELIZABETH C. ARCHULETA Supervisor, District 2 Special Edition Visit our Website Contact Us Supervisor Liz Archuleta; (928) 679-7152; larchuleta@coconino.az.gov Theresa M. Munoz, Executive Assistant; (928) 679-7162; tmunoz@coconino.az.gov Timberline/Fernwood Neighborhood Watch Meeting is CANCELLED As you know,…

Flagstaff area drivers should plan for extended closure of McConnell Drive under Interstate 17 starting April 13

by Community Contributor • April 7, 2020 • Comments Off

Click here for the entire e-newsletter The Arizona Department of Transportation advises drivers to plan for an extended full closure of McConnell Drive under Interstate 17 in Flagstaff during the spring and summer while crews continue work to replace the McConnell Bridge under I-17. McConnell…

2020 Teacher of the Year and Rookie Teacher of the Year celebration postponed

by Community Contributor • April 7, 2020 • Comments Off

To help curb the spread of COVID-19 through social distancing the Coconino County Education Service Agency (CCESA) has decided to postpone the 2020 Teacher of the Year and Rookie Teacher of the Year celebration until Early August.

Coconino Parks & Recreation announces amenity closures

by Community Contributor • April 6, 2020 • Comments Off

Effective Saturday, April 4 at 5 p.m., all playgrounds, basketball courts, ramadas (including picnic tables and barbecue grills), and restroom facilities managed by Coconino County Parks and Recreation will close until further notice.

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update — Special Update from Principal Popham

by Community Contributor • April 6, 2020 • Comments Off

Special Update from Principal Popham Click Here for Special Video from SMS Staff Dear Sinagua Families! I want to first thank everyone for being patient as we roll out Phase 2 of our district plan which is to create a…

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

by Community Contributor • April 3, 2020 • Comments Off

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.

Willard Springs Transfer Station opens Friday free green waste-only disposal

by Community Contributor • April 3, 2020 • Comments Off

Coconino County will reopen the Willard Springs Transfer Station for the summer season for free green waste-only disposal.

The station will not be accepting bulk waste due to cash handling and social distancing recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Green waste disposal provides an incentive for residents to clean up their properties before wildfire season.

District 2 Supervisor Liz Archuleta — Special Edition News — Daily COVID-19 Updates on Facebook

by Community Contributor • April 2, 2020 • Comments Off

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.

ECoNA — COVID-19 Bulletin #3: Gov. Ducey Town Hall Tonight

by Community Contributor • April 2, 2020 • Comments Off

As government response to the coronavirus outbreak increases, there’s news to report on many levels that affects northern Arizonans and our business community, so let’s dive in.

Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library announce digital resource

by Community Contributor • April 2, 2020 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library is offering a new digital resource, Hoopla. This is in addition to Overdrive (Libby app) and RB Digital. Hoopla is a unique e-material resource that, instead of only providing resources purchased by…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau — Find virtual events with Flagstaff 365 Happenings

by Community Contributor • April 2, 2020 • Comments Off

Click here for the entire e-newsletter This Week’s Virtual Highlights Discover Flagstaff 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 storefronts,…

District 2 Supervisor Liz Archuleta — Special Edition News — Today is Census Day 2020! Fill out the census and get counted!

by Community Contributor • April 1, 2020 • Comments Off

Today is Census Day 2020!

Fill out the census and get counted!

Coconino County Residents Count:
Fill out the 2020 Census!

What is the 2020 Census and Why is it Important?

The census aims to collect an accurate count of our population which determines federal funding for our communities for resources like schools, hospitals, fire departments, roads, etc. The census also helps determine federal funding in times of disaster like the COVID-19 pandemic or forest fires, as well as determines the amount of seats Arizona will have in the U.S. House of Representatives.

District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler weekly update

by Community Contributor • April 1, 2020 • Comments Off

Click here for the entire e-newsletter April 1, 2020 COVID-19 Information March 26, 2020 County Board of Supervisors issue statement to close Grand Canyon National Park March 26, 2020 County announces changes to drive-up specimen collections sites March 25,…

Grand Canyon National Park Announces Closure

by Community Contributor • April 1, 2020 • Comments Off

Upon receiving the above request from Coconino County Health and Human Services (CCHHS), acting Superintendent Mary Risser, with the support of the NPS Deputy Director, Operations, David Vela and Secretary of the Interior David Bernhardt, made the decision to immediately close the park until further notice.

Coconino Coaltion for Children & Youth — Understanding How Positive Community Factors Can Prevent Substance Abuse in Youth

by Community Contributor • April 1, 2020 • Comments Off

The Coconino Coalition for Children and Youth (CCC&Y) strives to prevent substance abuse and other negative outcomes in adulthood by understanding the effects of childhood traumatic experience and mobilizing community action. Research shows that Adverse Childhood Experiences, or ACEs, contribute to the likelihood of addiction. Sadly, however, Arizona ranks higher than the national average for children who have experienced ACEs. These can include childhood traumas such as abuse and neglect. In fact, according to the Arizona ACE Consortium, “It is estimated that nearly 70,000 children in Arizona have more than five ACEs.”

CCC President’s Office Update for March 31 — Students

by Community Contributor • March 31, 2020 • Comments Off

Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey issued an executive order Monday afternoon, requiring all Arizona residents to “Stay Home, Stay Healthy, Stay Connected.” In response to the governor’s order, instruction will continue at Coconino Community College, but starting today, March 31, 2020,…

District 2 Supervisor Liz Archuleta — Special Edition News — Coconino County Counts: Take the 2020 Census!

by Community Contributor • March 31, 2020 • Comments Off

March 31, 2020 Coconino County Government ELIZABETH C. ARCHULETA Supervisor, District 2 Special Edition Visit our Website 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 Counts: Take the 2020 Census! Coconino County…

KNAU Alerts – Arizona COVID-19 Town Hall Conversation

by Community Contributor • March 31, 2020 • Comments Off

Click here for the latest KNAU news KNAU Alerts Live Arizona COVID-19 Town Hall Conversation KNAU will join 50 radio and TV stations across the state who are joining together to air a live town hall conversation with Gov. Ducey…

City of Flagstaff announces playground closures

by Community Contributor • March 31, 2020 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — Effective April 1, 2020, the playgrounds, swing sets, rockers, ramadas, picnic tables and barbeque grills at all parks, the outdoor fitness center located at Bushmaster Park and the Parcourse Stations at Buffalo Park will be closed until further notice…

District 2 Supervisor Liz Archuleta — Special Edition News — Governor Issued Stay-at-Home Order for Arizona to Combat COVID-19 Spread

by Community Contributor • March 30, 2020 • Comments Off

March 30, 2020 Coconino County Government ELIZABETH C. ARCHULETA Supervisor, District 2 Special Edition Visit our Website Contact Us Supervisor Liz Archuleta; (928) 679-7152; larchuleta@coconino.az.gov Theresa M. Munoz, Executive Assistant; (928) 679-7162; tmunoz@coconino.az.gov Governor Issued Stay-at-Home Order for Arizona to Combat COVID-19…

Flagstaff Library to present Friday’s ‘Flaglib online story time!’

by Community Contributor • March 30, 2020 • Comments Off

Flagstaff Library to present Friday’s Flaglib online story time! Fresh stories drop Fridays at 9 a.m. on all our social media accounts. Follow us for easy access. Send an email to flagstafflibrary@gmail.com for more information.

District 2 Supervisor Liz Archuleta — Special Edition News — In This Together

by Community Contributor • March 27, 2020 • Comments Off

March 27, 2020 Coconino County Government ELIZABETH C. ARCHULETA Supervisor, District 2 Special Edition Visit our Website Contact Us Supervisor Liz Archuleta; (928) 679-7152; larchuleta@coconino.az.gov Theresa M. Munoz, Executive Assistant; (928) 679-7162; tmunoz@coconino.az.gov A Letter from Supervisor Liz Archuleta Greetings District 2…

Bilingual report: County announces changes to drive-up specimen collections sites. Referral from a medical provider Required

by Community Contributor • March 27, 2020 • Comments Off

COCONINO COUTY — Coconino County health officials are changing the location and hours of the drive-up COVID-19 specimen collection sites. Specimen collection sites will not be taking specimens on Friday, March 27 and Saturday, March 28. There will only be…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau — Find virtual events with Flagstaff 365 Happenings

by Community Contributor • March 27, 2020 • Comments Off

Click here for the entire e-newsletter This Week’s Happening Highlights Discover Flagstaff 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 storefronts,…

Fourth Street bridges widening scheduled to begin April 1

by Community Contributor • March 27, 2020 • Comments Off

Residents are advised to expect construction-related noise from around-the-clock jackhammering as crews begin excavation work April 1. Click here for the entire e-newsletter FLAGSTAFF — The Arizona Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration and the city of Flagstaff are beginning a project…

City of Flagstaff announces expanded closures, cancellations

by Community Contributor • March 27, 2020 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff City Mayor, Coral Evans has issued a proclamation deemed necessary for the protection of life and property in the city of Flagstaff. This proclamation removes the end date of April 1, 2020 at 11:59 p.m. in…

KNAU — KNAU eNews: Lesson Plans During COVID-19, “Love Sweet Love” and more

by Community Contributor • March 27, 2020 • Comments Off

Click here for the latest KNAU news KNAU Insider March 27, 2020 This week’s Insider is brought to you by: Story Call-Out for KNAU’s Essential Worker Audio Project KNAU wants to hear from essential workers during the COVID-19 outbreak. While…