A recent survey of 1,200 likely Coconino County voters found that most believe that county roads are well-maintained, but support raising additional revenue to sustain the current levels of maintenance services. The survey, conducted between Oct. 23 and Nov. 12 by GlobaLocal Visions, LLC, highlights the attitudes of voters living in and around the City of Flagstaff and other areas of the County. The survey found that residents supported raising sales tax revenue to support current … [Read more...] about County Residents Supporting Roads Investment
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Understanding Region’s Salt Mine History
The Verde Valley Archaeology Center is hosting Dr. Todd Bostwich for a talk entitled, The Verde Salt Mine and the Prehistoric Procurement of Salt in the American Southwest. Salt has been a valuable trade item throughout human history. Native American salt procurement in the Southwest involved dangerous journeys across sacred landscapes associated with a deity called Salt Woman. This presentation describes the history of a famous salt mine in Camp Verde where prehistoric tools used for mining … [Read more...] about Understanding Region’s Salt Mine History
FMC Paramedic Wins Car
Congratulations go to Larry Neal, a captain and paramedic with Guardian Medical Transport. Larry is the winner of the new Toyota Corolla donated by Findlay Toyota-Flagstaff as part of the 2013 Turquoise Ball car raffle. Larry has been with Flagstaff Medical Center for eight years. The past five years, he has been with Guardian. Neal’s winning ticket was drawn from 1,000 tickets that were sold for the Turquoise Ball car raffle. The raffle raised more than $20,000. This year’s Turquoise Ball, … [Read more...] about FMC Paramedic Wins Car
NAH Welcoming New VP
With more than 30 years of management consulting and healthcare industry experience, Craig Jensen, MBA, is joining Northern Arizona Healthcare (NAH) as vice president of strategic planning and business development. In this position, Jensen will help identify key changes and trends within the health care environment and provide a roadmap for the future growth of NAH. Jensen is respected in the industry for his ability to think conceptually and to develop and implement creative ideas. His … [Read more...] about NAH Welcoming New VP
Lawmakers Focusing on 2014 Wish Lists
Editor’s note: With the New Year underway, Flagstaff Business News decided to reach out to area lawmakers to learn more about their plans for 2014. Local representatives in Washington D.C. have a lot on their legislative plates this year; upcoming sessions will include discussions on budgets, health care, jobs, and immigration reform, among others. District One’s Congresswoman, Ann Kirkpatrick, is focused on economic development for the year ahead. “District One is large and … [Read more...] about Lawmakers Focusing on 2014 Wish Lists
Decision in 30-Year Behavioral Health Case
Governor Jan Brewer today announced a final agreement has been reached in the Arnold v. Sarn case regarding care and services for individuals with serious mental illness (SMI). Litigation that commenced in 1981, the settlement ends a more than three-decade long lawsuit against the state and establishes a blueprint for a successful community-based behavioral health system in Arizona. “This is a landmark day for our state, particularly for the thousands of Arizonans living with … [Read more...] about Decision in 30-Year Behavioral Health Case
Legislation Improving Care for Veterans
VA CORE, the bipartisan legislation introduced by U.S. Rep. Ann Kirkpatrick, D-Ariz., to help tackle the massive claims backlog at the Department of Veterans Affairs, is now a law. It was included as an amendment in the Department of Defense reauthorization bill signed by the president at the end of 2013. The passage is a key victory from Kirkpatrick’s work in the 113th Congress on behalf of veterans, and it builds on her veterans-related accomplishments from the 111th Congress. She … [Read more...] about Legislation Improving Care for Veterans
The Danish Are Coming – Chamber Music Sedona
Chamber Music Sedona will celebrate its Danish connection Monday, January 27 when it presents the Great Dane - Victor Borge in the documentary "100 Years of Music and Laughter" 7pm at the Mary D. Fisher Theater and then welcomes the Danish String Quartet as it makes its Sedona debut Sunday February 2 for a 2:30pm concert at St. John Vianney Church, 180 St. John Vianney Lane, Sedona 86336. The Concert is made possible with support from Marilyn Thaden Dexter and Linda & Aiden … [Read more...] about The Danish Are Coming – Chamber Music Sedona
Kelty Resigning as County Schools’ Superintendent
Coconino County Superintendent of Schools Robert Kelty will resign from his current position to become Senior Managing Director for Regional Alumni Support with Teach for America. Kelty, who was appointed in August 2010 and was elected to a full term in 2012, will maintain in his current role until a new Superintendent of Schools is appointed and seated by the County Board of Supervisors. After a successor is in place, Kelty will work with Teach for America to enhance its efforts in multiple … [Read more...] about Kelty Resigning as County Schools’ Superintendent
County Tax Exemption Deadlines Announced
Coconino County Assessor Christine Mazon is announcing deadlines to file applications for individual and organizational property tax exemptions, and the senior property valuation protection option. Organizational property includes non-profit and religious organizations. The deadline to file for Widow/Widower, Disabled, Non-Profit and Religious Exemptions is March 1. PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTIONS The widows/widowers exemption and the disabled person exemption reduce the tax liability … [Read more...] about County Tax Exemption Deadlines Announced