Category: Government

Areas of Coconino County to enter Stage 1 Fire Restrictions on Friday, May 30

by Community Contributor • May 29, 2025 • Comments Off

COCONINO COUNTY — With the potential for continued warm, dry, and windy conditions throughout Northern Arizona in the coming days, Coconino County will expand fire restrictions in alignment with area National Forest decisions.

Restrictions will go into effect this Friday, May 30, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. The City of Flagstaff is also entering Stage 1 fire restrictions on Friday.

… During Stage 1 restrictions igniting, building, maintaining, or using a fire fueled by combustible materials such as wood, charcoal, briquettes, and/or coal is strictly prohibited, except within a developed site. Smoking is also prohibited, except within an enclosed vehicle or a developed site. The use of tracer or incendiary rounds of ammunition or explosive targets is also strictly prohibited.

Flagstaff to enter Stage 1 Fire Restrictions on May 30

by Community Contributor • May 29, 2025 • Comments Off

The City of Flagstaff will enter Stage 1 Fire Restrictions at 8 a.m. on Friday, May 30, 2025.

Under Stage 1 Fire Restrictions,

Permits for open burning within the City will not be issued.
The sale or use of consumer-grade fireworks is prohibited.
The use of charcoal and wood-fired BBQs are prohibited in City parks and open spaces.
Use of fire pits and other open flame devices without an on/off switch are prohibited on Red Flag Warning days, as issued by the National Weather Service.
Smoking and the use of electronic cigarettes are prohibited in all public places within the City of Flagstaff, including City parks, open spaces, and the Flagstaff Urban Trail System (FUTS) at all times.

The City cooperates with local, county, state and federal fire management agencies to ensure a coordinated effort is made in fire restrictions actions. Please help the City keep our community and forests safe by following all bans and restrictions.

For more information on City fire restriction stages, visit www.flagstaff.az.gov/2981/Fire-Restriction-Stages.

U.S. Sen. Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) news updates for week of May 26, 2025

by Community Contributor • May 29, 2025 • Comments Off

Gallego Pushes Department of the Interior to Evaluate Threats Posed by Workforce Reductions at the Bureau of Reclamation *** Gallego Supports Legislation to Increase Homeownership for Arizona’s Veterans and Public Servants *** Gallego Backs Bipartisan Legislation to Spur Economic Development *** More

U.S. Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ) news updates for May 2025

by Community Contributor • May 29, 2025 • Comments Off

Kelly, Gallego, Stanton, Ansari Demand Answers from DHS and ICE After Arrests at Phoenix Immigration Court *** Kelly, Stanton, Gallego, Ansari Urge HHS and DOJ to Streamline Domestic Violence Victim Services Funding *** Kelly, Gallego, Stanton Warn of Devastating Impact of House Republican Plan to Slash Food Assistance, Raise Costs for Arizona Families *** MORE ***

Understanding the Costs of Living in the Woods: The Wildfire/Insurance Issue – A Growing Crisis work session on June 3

by Community Contributor • May 29, 2025 • Comments Off

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino County is at a “very high risk” for wildfire according to researchers at Headwaters Economics.

The risk is higher than 96% of all counties in the country, which is creating a growing issue with securing, retaining and affording insurance within Coconino County and across the western United States. This growing “Wildfire/Insurance Crisis,” is why the Coconino County Flood Control District and County Board of Supervisors are hosting a series of public work sessions to hear from national and state experts about how community preparedness can help address wildfire risk along with insurance premiums and explore what other communities are already doing that is making a difference.

The first session is scheduled for 1:15-2:45 p.m., Tuesday, June 3, at the Coconino County Administrative Building, 219 E. Cherry Avenue in Flagstaff, which can be attended in person or streamed online at youtube.com/coconinocnty. A recording will be posted online at the Coconino County Flood Control District’s website the following week.

Grand Canyon Weekly Wrap-up: May 26-30, 2025

by Community Contributor • May 29, 2025 • Comments Off

Native Artisans Vendor Market Opens on North Rim

This past weekend, Grand Canyon National Park supported the Native Americans for Community Action (NACA) Native Artisans Market on the North Rim which included 15 different Indigenous vendors over the course of four days. This was the first time the market was open on the North Rim.

City of Flagstaff Beautification – Arts & Sciences news and opportunities

by Community Contributor • May 29, 2025 • Comments Off

The City of Flagstaff seeks Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) for an artist to work with a design team to create a landmark 3D artwork within a roundabout at the intersection of N. Switzer Canyon Drive and N. Turquoise Drive.

Fire restrictions begin Friday on Coconino National Forest

by Community Contributor • May 29, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino National Forest will implement Stage 1 fire and smoking restrictions 8 a.m., Friday, May 30, to help prevent human-caused fires and to limit the potential for catastrophic wildfires during periods of dangerous fire weather conditions.

Under Stage 1 restrictions, fires, campfires, charcoal, coal, wood stoves and smudge pots are prohibited, except within a developed recreation site. Smoking is also prohibited, except within an enclosed vehicle, building or an official developed recreation site.

Using a device that is solely fueled by pressurized liquid petroleum, propane or LPG fuels that can be turned on and off is allowed in areas that are barren or cleared of all overhead and surrounding flammable materials within 3 feet of the device.

Museum Fire/ Spruce Wash flood area siren testing scheduled for Thursday, June 5 at 10 a.m.

by Community Contributor • May 29, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — Full-volume testing of the Museum Fire/ Spruce Wash flood area siren alerting system is scheduled for Thursday, June 5 at 10 a.m. The testing will confirm the proper functioning of the sirens ahead of monsoon season. Testing may be postponed in the event of rain or smoke in the area.

During the testing, residents in the area will hear an alarm sound, followed by a voice message repeated three times in English, Spanish and Navajo, concluding with a wind down siren sound signifying the end of that message.

City of Flagstaff Concerts in the Park 2025 to be held June 4 through July 30

by Community Contributor • May 29, 2025 • Comments Off

Every Wednesday in June and July | 5:30 – 7:30 pm – Enjoy free, family friendly, live music from local musicians in our beautiful parks. Bring your blankets, chairs, and dancing feet.

Coconino County road status information now available on AZ511 Website

by Community Contributor • May 29, 2025 • Comments Off

COCONINO COUNTY — Motorists can now get real-time data about conditions affecting travel on Coconino County roads on AZ511.gov, the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) Arizona Traveler Information website.

Coconino County can upload real-time data regarding construction work, weather-related closures, special events, and emergency situations to the website using Travel-IQ, which is the Advanced Traveler Information System (ATIS) that also powers AZ511. The City of Flagstaff also uses Travel-IQ to publish information on AZ511 about city road construction and closures.

Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library events for the week of May 26, 2025

by Community Contributor • May 27, 2025 • Comments Off

Adult & All-Ages Events

Coconino Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) joins county representatives at Fiesta de Mayo Celebration at the Flagstaff Mall

by Community Contributor • May 23, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) joined county representatives at Fiesta de Mayo Celebration at the Flagstaff Mall on May 18.

Presented by the Sunnyside Neighborhood Association , the mall celebration was one of two events held last weekend, which included its “2025 Fiesta de Mayo Dance Party” at its newly-opened Sunnyside Market of Dreams, 2136 N. Fourth St., Flagstaff.

U.S. Sen. Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) news updates for week of May 19, 2025

by Community Contributor • May 23, 2025 • Comments Off

• Gallego, Kelly, Stanton Warn of Devastating Impact of House Republican Plan to Slash Food Assistance, Raise Costs for Arizona Families

• Gallego Urges Commerce Department to Reconsider Tomato Trade Decision That Threatens Jobs and Raises Prices for Arizonans

• Gallego Pushes for More Federal Resources to Combat Fentanyl Crisis in Arizona

Discover Flagstaff — Flagstaff Doggie Dash and Ultra Bash on May 25 and more events

by Community Contributor • May 23, 2025 • Comments Off

Flagstaff Doggie Dash and Ultra Bash
Buffalo Park

Dogs are welcomed as your run or walk in support of High Country Humane! 7 a.m. Sunday, May 25

Grand Canyon Weekly Wrap-up: May 19-23, 2025

by Community Contributor • May 23, 2025 • Comments Off

Memorial Day 21-gun salute at Pioneer Cemetery

On Monday, May 27, American Legion, John Ivens Post 42, will hold its annual Memorial Day 21-gun salute ceremony at the Pioneer Cemetery, located to the west of the Shrine of the Ages. This special event is open to the public to honor Veterans buried in the cemetery.

The event will begin around 11 a.m. and residents here in the park can expect to hear blank rounds being fired on or around this time.

Multiple Road Closures Along Cedar Avenue During Summer 2025 Incl Cedar/Lockett/Fourth Intersection

by Community Contributor • May 23, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — The Arizona Department of Transportation, City of Flagstaff and their contractors are currently working on two projects along Cedar Avenue that will require full road closures from May 27 to August 4.

Coconino County seeks public input for Hazard Mitigation Plan Update

by Community Contributor • May 23, 2025 • Comments Off

COCONINO COUNTY — The frequency and severity of disasters continue to rise across the country. To prepare for, and reduce these risks, Coconino County is updating our Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (MJHMP).

The purpose of this plan is to evaluate the risk posed to the community by natural and man-made hazards and to identify actions that can reduce or eliminate those risks. This update is a joint project between Coconino County, the cities and towns of Flagstaff, Fredonia, Williams, Tusayan, and Page, as well as Northern Arizona University.

City of Flagstaff — Posted on: May 22, 2025 US Highway 89 lane closures scheduled May 27 – 30

by Community Contributor • May 23, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — As part of the annual Road Repair and Street Safety Program, lane closures are scheduled on US Highway 89 between N Cummings St and the City limit/ near N Snowflake Dr and E Trails End Dr from Tuesday, May 27 – Friday, May 30. Traffic will be reduced to one lane in each direction during the work hours of 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. The lane closures will allow for concrete work to be completed next to the roadway.

Arizona officials appointed to National Standards Board for Election Administration

by Community Contributor • May 23, 2025 • Comments Off

COCONINO COUNTY — Eslir Musta has served Coconino County since 2006 and currently holds dual roles as Election Director and Assistant County Manager, a position he has held since October 2021.

He earned his Master of Public Administration from Northern Arizona University, the same department now launching an Elections Administration Official Certificate in partnership with the Secretary of State’s Office.

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — 2025 Summer Camps, Summer Reading registration continuing. See our listings

by Community Contributor • May 21, 2025 • Comments Off

By the Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth

The following is a listing compiled by CCC&Y of upcoming summer camps in Coconino County. Contact individual programs for more information on their 2025 summer camps.

(Updated May 20, 2025).

Please check with individual organizations to confirm times, dates, other information. Registration deadlines may have already passed for some programs.

If your organization would like to be added to this listing, please send an email to frank@coconinokids.org

(INFORMATION UPDATED May 20, 2025)

County Manager’s Office warns of new scam targeting property owners

by Community Contributor • May 20, 2025 • Comments Off

The Coconino County Manager’s office was recently made aware of a potential scam targeting County residents and property owners.

Residents reported receiving an email from “Coconino County Planning and Zoning Division” regarding an “outstanding Application Review & Renewal Fee” associated with a Conditional Use Permit application for their property, as well as an attached PDF invoice for payment.

Applicants sought for Williams Unified School District Governing Board vacancy

by Community Contributor • May 20, 2025 • Comments Off

Coconino County Superintendent of Schools Cheryl Mango-Paget is seeking applicants for an appointment for the Williams Unified School District governing board that will expire December 31, 2026.

Applicants must be Arizona registered voters and residents of the school district for at least one year prior to the date of appointment. Applicants or their spouses cannot be an employee of the district. A first review of applications will commence 30 days following the posting on June 19, 2025. Please turn in your applications by the end of the business day.

Flagstaff gears up for free electric vehicle ride & drive event at NAU – May 31

by Community Contributor • May 19, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — Curious about electric vehicles? Get ready to plug into the future of driving at the Flagstaff EV Ride & Drive, a free, family-friendly event hosted by DRIVE Electric Arizona in partnership with the City of Flagstaff and Northern Arizona University, on Saturday, May 31, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at NAU Campus Parking Lot P62A.

Attendees will have the chance to get behind the wheel and test drive a wide range of the latest electric vehicles, including the Ford Mustang Mach-E, Rivian R1T, Lucid Air, BMW i4, Kia EV6, and many more.

Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library events for the week of May 19, 2025

by Community Contributor • May 19, 2025 • Comments Off

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Coconino County Forest Restoration Director Jay Smith Selected as 2025 Flinn-Brown Fellow

by Community Contributor • May 19, 2025 • Comments Off

COCONINO COUNTY — Jay Smith, Coconino County’s Forest Restoration Director, has been selected to participate in the 17th cohort of the Flinn-Brown Fellowship, a flagship program of the Arizona Center for Civic Leadership at the Flinn Foundation.

In his role with Coconino County’s Flood Control District, Jay Smith utilizes 28 years of forest management experience to develop and implement the County’s Forest Restoration Initiative. His experience managing logging operations and sawmills gives him a unique view of issues that slow the forest restoration process and innovative ways to tackle barriers.

City of Flagstaff Beautification – Arts & Sciences announces opening reception of Art and Nature Unite at the Elizabeth ‘Liz’ C. Archuleta County Park on May 19, more news, events

by Community Contributor • May 16, 2025 • Comments Off

The Multicultural County Park Sculpture Exhibition officially opens next week and brings together powerful cultural expressions through large-scale sculptures by artists Olivero Balcells, Isaac Caruso, Joe Ray, Adrian Wall, and Lance Yazzie. Artworks reflect personal and shared histories and add new layers of meaning to a park rich in visual storytelling and community spirit. The exhibition is on view through Mar. 15, 2026, and is presented in partnership with Coconino County.

U.S. Sen. Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) news updates for week of May 12, 2025

by Community Contributor • May 16, 2025 • Comments Off

What Arizonans are Saying, Watching, and Reading About Senator Gallego’s Border Security and Immigration Reform Plan … Senator Gallego, Whip Clark, and Congressional Dads Caucus Chair Rep. Gomez Hold Press Conference on Trump’s Baby Tax … Gallego, Whitehouse, Warren, Booker, DeLauro, Colleagues Demand Action to Prevent Corporations from Using Trump’s Reckless Tariffs as an Excuse to Price Gouge Hardworking Americans … MORE

Grand Canyon Weekly Wrap-up: May 12-16, 2025

by Community Contributor • May 16, 2025 • Comments Off

North Rim and Bright Angel Trail Reopen Today; Key Closures Continue

As of today, Thursday, May 15, we’re officially kicking off the summer season with the North Rim and Bright Angel Trail open to the public once again. This marks a big step forward following months of heavy construction, planning, and collaboration—thank you to everyone who played a role in getting us here.

At the North Rim, visitor services are now fully operational. The campground, Grand Canyon Lodge, Backcountry Information Center, and the Grand Canyon Conservancy bookstore are open, and Rangers will be staffing the Roaring Springs Overlook Kiosk daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. through October 15. Commercial services will run through mid-October, and the North Rim will remain open for day use until November 30 (or until snowfall closes the roads). The Bright Angel Point Trail will be closed for the season for safety improvements and trail repairs.

City of Flagstaff announces US Highway 89 lane closures scheduled on May 19 & 20

by Community Contributor • May 16, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — As part of the annual Road Repair and Street Safety Program, lane closures are scheduled on US Highway 89 between N Cummings St and the City limit/ near N Snowflake Dr and E Trails End Dr on May 19 and May 20. Traffic will be reduced to one lane in each direction during the work hours of 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. The lane closures will allow for crack sealing work to be performed on the roadway.

Prescribed Burns planned on Coconino National Forest next week

by Community Contributor • May 16, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — As part of important active forest management, fire managers are planning a number of prescribed burn projects next week to reduce hazardous forest fuels in strategic areas of the national forest to reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfires to many northern Arizona communities.

Prescribed burns are always dependent upon multiple conditions, including personnel availability, fuel conditions, weather and approval from the Arizona Department of Environment Quality. The burns may be changed or canceled last-minute if burn conditions do not meet criteria outlined in advance.

Should wind and weather conditions become unfavorable, ignitions will be halted, and project plans will be postponed, changed or canceled. If that occurs, the updates will be posted on our Coconino NF Prescribed Burn Projects InciWeb page, which is updated any time new information is available. The following projects are listed in chronological order.

Economic Collaborative of Northern Arizona (ECoNA) — The Power of Partnerships

by Community Contributor • May 16, 2025 • Comments Off

This week we celebrate Economic Development Week, created by the International Economic Development Council in 2016. This year’s theme, “The Power of Partnerships,” emphasizes the collaborative spirit that fuels innovation, community well-being, and economic transformation across the country – and especially here in Northern Arizona.

At the Economic Collaborative of Northern Arizona, partnerships are at the heart of everything we do. We work closely with local governments, businesses, nonprofits, and education partners to address the region’s most pressing challenges – from workforce development to housing to business attraction and retention.

Reminder! County Comprehensive Plan Open House May 27 in Doney Park

by Community Contributor • May 15, 2025 • Comments Off

What is the County’s Comprehensive Plan?

The Comprehensive Plan is the County’s long-range policy document. It provides a twenty-year vision and guide for future physical, economic, and social development for the entire county, and contains maps, goals, policies, and implementation actions that guide decisions about the County’s future, in particular with regard to land use decisions.

Coconino County Parks & Recreation May 2025 newsletter

by Community Contributor • May 15, 2025 • Comments Off

Pine & Peaks Post | Our Brand-New Newsletter!
Welcome to your go-to source for everything Coconino County Parks & Recreation!
From exciting events to seasonal programs, we’ll keep you in the loop.

We want to hear from you! Take our quick satisfaction survey to let us know what you’d like to see more of!
2025 Coconino County Fair Entries Are Open! Think you’ve got a winner? Enter your exhibit by clicking here!

Areas of Coconino County within Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest to enter Stage 2 fire restrictions on May 15

by Community Contributor • May 15, 2025 • Comments Off

“Coconino County implements fire restrictions to help prevent unwanted, human-caused fires. CCEM continues to work closely with our fire mitigation partners at the federal, state, and local levels to determine if fire restrictions are needed, and if so, to what extent,” said Tim Carter, acting Emergency Management Director. “In coordination with the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests’ decision to enter Stage 2 restrictions, Coconino County will also enact Stage 2 restrictions for all private lands within the boundaries of the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest in southeastern Coconino County.”

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Community gains valuable information during 4th Annual Walk for Wellness

by Community Contributor • May 14, 2025 • Comments Off

By the Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth

FLAGSTAFF — From hikers to bikers to strollers, a variety of individuals and families enjoyed a beautiful spring day in Flagstaff, and gained some valuable information on physical and mental health, at the 4th annual Walk for Wellness event held on Saturday, May 10 at Buffalo Park in Flagstaff. The event is a celebration of Mental Health Awareness Month nationally and in Coconino County.

Flagstaff City Councilmember Khara House read a proclamation during the event recognizing May as Mental Health Awareness Month in Flagstaff.

A total of 140 people signed up for the walk, beating last year’s total, said Theresa Kulpinski of Coconino County Health and Human Services AZ Health Zone/First Things First Quality First, who organized the event with Kathy Farretta of First Things First.

Organizers said event was designed to make taking care of your physical and mental health a habit, raise awareness, reduce the stigma of mental health and enjoy a walk with family and friends.

Those participating in the event as sponsors and supporting organizations included Anderson General Tire, Arizona State Parks & Trails, Coconino Anti-Tobacco Students (CATS), Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth, Coconino County Health and Human Services AZ Health Zone, Girl Scouts, The Guidance Center, Native Americans for Community Action (NACA), Pioneer Title Agency, Terros Health, Tynkertopia and We Care Northern Arizona.

Dates announced for additional neighborhoods for pine needle pickup initiative

by Community Contributor • May 13, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff has announced dates during which roll-off dumpsters will be placed in additional neighborhoods around the City to allow residents to dispose of pine needles near their homes. The schedule is listed below.

• Rock Ridge Estates, Ridge Crest, and Anasazi Ridge – Friday, May 16 – Friday, May 23
• Lynwood and Cheshire – Monday, June 2 – Monday, June 9
• Country Club Estates – Friday, June 16 – Friday, June 23
• Boulder Point – Monday, June 30 – Monday, July 7

National Park Service — 2025 South Rim Firewise Cleanup Begins!

by Community Contributor • May 12, 2025 • Comments Off

We need your help in preventing wildfire severity! The 2025 Firewise Residential
Cleanup Weekend will occur now through May 25.
Please pile all pine needles and woody debris along your residential road in an
area accessible to vehicles for the crew to pick up. Park staff will be moving and
hauling debris the week of May 26.

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future (F3) — Greater Observatory Mesa Trails Plan at Council This Tuesday

by Community Contributor • May 12, 2025 • Comments Off

The City’s Parks, Recreation, and Open Space division is presenting the Greater Observatory Mesa Area Trail Plan to City Council this Tuesday in preparation for a future request to adopt the trail plan for implementation.

According to the Council’s agenda, the meeting will provide the City Council an understanding of the trail plan, and offer the opportunity to provide feedback on the plan in preparation for a future request to adopt the trail plan for implementation by the City via resolution.

Tuesday, May 13 City Council Work Session, starting at 3:00 pm

Proposed changes to recreation fees on the Coconino National Forest

by Community Contributor • May 12, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino National Forest is proposing changes to recreation fees at various recreation sites on the forest to help maintain highly-visited sites and standardize the recreation pass program for all forest visitors.

Most recreation sites on the forest will not require a fee, with more than 67% of sites on the forest remaining free for general public use and enjoyment. The forest will continue to honor the suite of “America the Beautiful” Interagency Passes and Red Rock Passes at all standard amenity fee sites and provide several fee-free days throughout the year. Also, the Sedona Shuttle program, which provides free transportation from two Park and Ride lots to popular recreation fee sites, will continue to operate.

U.S. Sen. Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) news updates for week of May 5, 2025

by Community Contributor • May 9, 2025 • Comments Off

• Gallego Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Fight China’s Fentanyl and Human Trafficking

• Gallego, McCormick Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Boost Efficiency in Federal Housing Programs

• Gallego, Kelly Introduce Legislation to Ensure Fair Share of Energy Assistance, Lowers Costs in Hot Weather States

Closures scheduled for portions of Riordan Rd & Riordan Ranch St; Parked vehicles must be moved

by Community Contributor • May 9, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — Starting Monday, May 12, closures will be implemented on portions of Riordan Rd and Riordan Ranch St to facilitate the installation of a new water meter and underground utilities. Vehicles parked along the impacted portion of Riordan Ranch St must be moved or may be towed. Work is anticipated to be complete by the end of August 2025.

City of Flagstaff — Milton/University intersection construction to begin; traffic control along Milton Road to be in place

by Community Contributor • May 8, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — City of Flagstaff and their contractor, Eagle Mountain Construction, along with the Arizona Department of Transportation, are set to begin reconstructing the intersection of Milton Road and University Drive, as well as reconstructing the portion of Milton Road that was impacted by this project. This work will be done along half of the roadway at a time to maintain traffic along Milton Road.

Grand Canyon National Park — 2025 Wildland Fire Season: Be Ready, Stay Informed, and Know Your Evacuation Plan

by Community Contributor • May 8, 2025 • Comments Off

As we enter wildfire season, this message provides important information for all Grand Canyon National Park residents and staff to help you stay prepared, informed, and ready. It includes seasonal wildfire outlooks, emergency planning guidance, evacuation procedures, and details on a new power shutoff program that may affect the park in 2025. Our unique location in the wildland-urban interface makes us especially vulnerable to wildfires and other emergencies that could require swift evacuation.

City of Flagstaff hosting open house for the John Wesley Powell Area Specific Plan

by Community Contributor • May 8, 2025 • Comments Off

The JWP Specific Plan applies to the areas made accessible by the planned John Wesley Powell Boulevard extension. The open house will feature stations with project team members and topic experts available for discussion. Topics covered by the plan include trails and open space, transportation networks, wildlife corridors, community character and the Rio de Flag. Community members are invited to attend any time between 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and provide feedback on any topics of their choice.

City of Flagstaff, Coconino County launch year two of the Multicultural County Park Sculpture Exhibition opening May 19

by Community Contributor • May 6, 2025 • Comments Off

opening of the second edition of the Multicultural County Park Sculpture Exhibition Monday, May 19 at the Elizabeth “Liz” C. Archuleta County Park in Flagstaff. An opening reception begins at 11 a.m. and includes a welcome by Mayor Becky Daggett and remarks by City and County officials and participating artists. The event is free and open to the public.

This year’s exhibition brings together powerful cultural expressions through large-scale sculptures by artists Olivero Balcells, Isaac Caruso, Joe Ray, Adrian Wall and Lance Yazzie. Artworks reflect personal and shared histories while exploring themes of nature, family, and cultural motifs. Collectively, they add new layers of meaning to a park already rich in visual storytelling and community spirit.

Coconino Hispanic Advisory Council to hold next hybrid meeting on June 4

by Community Contributor • May 6, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) holds its next public in-person meeting at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 4 at the Grand Canyon Conference Room, 219 E. Cherry Ave., Flagstaff.

The public can also click the Zoom link below to Join the Meeting:

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84746979878

Meeting ID: 847 4697 9878 Phone: + 1 (719) 359-4580

CHAC generally holds its first •Wednesday of every month via Zoom. Contact Areina Contreras at acontreras@coconino.az.gov or call 928-679-0886 for more information.

Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library events for the week of May 5, 2025

by Community Contributor • May 5, 2025 • Comments Off

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Grand Canyon Weekly Wrap-up — April 21-25, 2025 — Cinco de Mayo Celebration on May 5 in Tusayan

by Community Contributor • May 5, 2025 • Comments Off

On Monday, May 5, the Town of Tusayan will be hosting its annual Cinco de Mayo celebration from 4:30-9 p.m. at the Squire Resort in Tusayan. Mexican food and music will be featured as well as pinatas for kids, a face painter, balloon artist, a dive-in movie and indoor and outdoor pool, as well as a drone light show.

More information can be found in the attached flyer here.

LULAC commemorates Cinco de Mayo by calling on all Americans to defend the Constitution and uphold civil rights

by Community Contributor • May 5, 2025 • Comments Off

Nation’s Oldest and Largest Latino Civil Rights Organization Honors the Lessons of History and Urges the Nation to Stand Against Injustice in All Its Forms

Washington, D.C. – On this Cinco de Mayo, the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) commemorates the historic victory of the outnumbered and outgunned Mexican forces who, against all odds, defeated the French army at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. Their triumph was not merely military. It stood for national dignity, justice, and self-determination despite overwhelming power. Today, LULAC calls upon every American to reflect on that legacy and its enduring meaning for our nation at this pivotal moment.

U.S. Sen. Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) news updates for week of April 28

by Community Contributor • May 2, 2025 • Comments Off

Office of U.S. Sen. Ruben Gallego

News updates for week of April 28

Gallego Visits Northern Arizona, Phoenix, to Address Medicaid Cuts, Tariffs, VA Layoffs, and More

Discover Flagstaff — Car-Free First Friday in Downtown Flagstaff on May 2 and more events

by Community Contributor • May 2, 2025 • Comments Off

Downtown Flagstaff

Enjoy a vibrant, pedestrian-focused ArtWalk filled with creativity, community, and all things bikes. 5 p.m

City of Flagstaff Beautification – Arts & Sciences

by Community Contributor • May 2, 2025 • Comments Off

Help create a welcoming space for all
We value your input! As part of the Downtown Mile Project, the Milton Underpass Project aims to enhance a vital area of Flagstaff with creative, community-centered design. Your feedback is important in helping shape a public art installation that reflects the spirit, culture, and vision of our city. Whether you walk, bike, drive, live or work in the area, your ideas will help create a meaningful and welcoming space for all.

Complete the survey by May 5 and let your voice be part of the design.

City of Page announces May events

by Community Contributor • May 2, 2025 • Comments Off

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City of Flagstaff announces winner of 2025 Innovate Green Challenge business pitch competition

by Community Contributor • May 2, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff is proud to announce the winner of the 2025 Innovate Green Pitch Competition, held on April 12, 2025 at the Moonshot Flagstaff Campus. The annual competition invites local entrepreneurs to showcase business ideas that…

City of Flagstaff announces full closure of portion of Sawmill Drive scheduled overnight May 6 – 8

by Community Contributor • May 2, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — Due to the additional traffic on Sawmill Road related to the Lone Tree Overpass detour route, pavement repair has been scheduled on a portion of Sawmill Road. The work will require overnight full closures of Sawmill Road from the Police Department public parking lot driveway to Kensington Drive for two nights.

City of Flagstaff announces road repair and street safety project begins May 1

by Community Contributor • April 30, 2025 • Comments Off

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff will begin the 2025 Road Repair and Street Safety (RRSS) Project Phase 1 on Thursday, May 1. The project will address numerous roads around the City and will include crack sealing, chip sealing, curb, gutter, and sidewalk repairs and pavement marking. The goal of the project is to update infrastructure for motorists, pedestrians, and cyclists.

City of Flagstaff receives multiple awards at AZ Water Conference in April

by Community Contributor • April 30, 2025 • Comments Off

Among the award recipients were Engineering Senior Lead Project Manager David Pedersen, Emergency Management Director Stacey Brechler-Knaggs, and Water Production Manager Brian Huntzinger, who along with city contractors Hunter Contracting and Jacobs Engineering, won the Project of the Year Award for their work on the Inner Basin Waterline Restoration Project. Substantially completed in fall 2024, the project restored drinking water production from the Inner Basin after the 2022 Pipeline Fire. The subsequent monsoonal flooding damaged this critical waterline infrastructure which the project restored. The team was recognized by the Flagstaff City Council this week for their achievement.

City of Flagstaff receives notification of EPA termination of Resilience Hubs Grant (impacting Murdoch Community Center, the Market of Dreams, and the Community Assistance Teams (C.A.T.s)

by Community Contributor • April 28, 2025 • Comments Off

“The EPA’s decision to terminate this grant is deeply alarming—not only for the City of Flagstaff, but for the many residents, community leaders, and partner organizations who have worked tirelessly to enhance local preparedness. These community hubs were already delivering measurable impact, supporting those most vulnerable to extreme weather-related threats, as well as workforce development. We stand firmly behind this vital work and intend to challenge the EPA’s decision. Flagstaff remains unwavering in our commitment to safeguarding the health, safety, and future of our residents.” said Flagstaff Mayor Becky Daggett.

Economic Collaborative of Northern Arizona (ECoNA) — Q&A: Heidi Hansen

by Community Contributor • April 28, 2025 • Comments Off

Heidi Hansen, Economic Vitality Director for the City of Flagstaff, is the Vice Chair of the Executive Board of ECoNA. Originally from Delaware, she moved to Flagstaff when her father, a W.L. Gore & Associates employee, relocated to Arizona. After earning her bachelor’s degree in advertising from Northern Arizona University, she spent more than 20 years in media advertising before becoming the City’s Convention and Visitor Bureau’s director in 2012.

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