At an auction held this morning on the steps of the Coconino County Courthouse, the City of Flagstaff successfully bid on the acquisition of Picture Canyon, located in northeast Flagstaff. The minimum bid started at the appraised value amount of $4.778 million. The City of Flagstaff bid the minimum amount and, as there were no other competing bidders, was awarded the purchase of the property at that amount. With funding from the 2004 voter approved Open Space bond and a 2012 Growing Smarter … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Acquiring Picture Canyon
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Waterline Road to Remain Closed to Public Access
With the recent completion of the pipeline and Waterline Road project, members of the public have been asking whether Waterline Road will reopen. For safety reasons, Waterline Road will remain closed to all public access until at least the spring of 2013. Much of the forest surrounding Waterline Road, including the Kachina Peaks Wilderness uphill of the road, was severely damaged by the 2010 Schultz Fire. Though the City of Flagstaff Waterline Rd project included extensive repair of … [Read more...] about Waterline Road to Remain Closed to Public Access
Navajo Nation Gaming Ent. to get New CEO
Bob Winter, Navajo Nation Gaming Enterprise (NNGE) Chief Executive Officer (CEO),is announcing he will resign from his position effective January 1, 2013. NNGE Chief Financial Officer Derrick Watchman will be named CEO by the NNGE Board of Directors upon Winter’s transition. Winter, who has served as CEO since May 2007, decided to leave his position as CEO for the NNGE in order to concentrate his efforts on completing the development and opening of the Twin Arrows Navajo Casino … [Read more...] about Navajo Nation Gaming Ent. to get New CEO
Flagstaff Mayor Appointed to State Commission
Mayor Jerry Nabours has recently been appointed to the State of Arizona’s Municipal Tax Code Commission. This nine member commission is in charge of reviewing and commenting on language submitted by any city, town, or taxpayer for the purpose of changing taxable activities, procedures or regulations relating to the Model City Tax Code. Mayor Nabours was appointed by speaker of the house, Andy Tobin, and is proud to represent Flagstaff and other local areas in this vital commission. … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Mayor Appointed to State Commission
Credit Union Utilizing Latest Technology
Mobile banking arrived at Coconino Federal Credit Union on Sept. 19, making it the very first local bank to offer the service. Jennifer Harris, president and CEO of the credit union, is excited about the new technology. “Mobile banking allows our customer members to access their accounts 24/7 from their cell phones,” she said. “They can download an app and transfer money, pay bills and get alerts – if their balance goes below $100, they get a text message.” She said when customers are … [Read more...] about Credit Union Utilizing Latest Technology
ADOT Easing I-17 Congestion for Motorists
Almost every driver traveling uphill has experienced getting stuck behind a slow-moving vehicle or truck and not being able to pass, but the Arizona Department of Transportation has a solution on one heavily traveled stretch on Interstate 17. In an effort to improve safety, ease congestion and prevent delays on the main travel route between Phoenix and northern Arizona, ADOT will soon begin a project to build a climbing lane on southbound Interstate 17 to the top of Copper Canyon south of … [Read more...] about ADOT Easing I-17 Congestion for Motorists
Flagstaff Voters Deciding on Bond Issues
Flagstaff’s City Charter requires that any bond issuance demanding a pledged guarantee of city tax revenues must be submitted to public vote. On Nov. 6, a special Bond Authorization Election will decide two important ballot questions. The Core Services Maintenance Facility Bond (Ballot Question 406) will provide for a new site and building for maintaining city vehicles and support of city services such as snow removal and pothole repair. “Don’t think of a garage,” said City Manager Kevin Burke. … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Voters Deciding on Bond Issues
New Mattress Store Open in Flagstaff
Mattress Firm, Inc., one of the nation’s largest specialty mattress retailers, today announced the opening of a new location in Flagstaff, Arizona. The new 12,000 square foot supercenter is located at 4480 N. US Highway 89. “We are thrilled to be opening a new location in Flagstaff and look forward to offering our customers the same great shopping experience they have come to expect at our other locations throughout Arizona,” said Steve Stagner, Mattress Firm’s chief executive officer. “Our … [Read more...] about New Mattress Store Open in Flagstaff
CCC Part of $1,000,000 Grant
The National Institutes of Health has awarded Coconino Community College, in partnership with Northern Arizona University and Diné College, a $1 million grant through the federal Bridges to Baccalaureate program. This is the first time CCC and NAU have partnered to work on a research-related grant. The awarding of the grant is another example of the close working relationship the two institutions have formed over the past several years. "Working in collaboration with our NAU … [Read more...] about CCC Part of $1,000,000 Grant
Predictions for the Winter Sport Season
Picture it: Furry forest creatures provisioning for the coming season; amassing stores of nuts and other morsels to ensure their winter feasts. According to Dave Smith, director of sales and marketing at Snowbowl of Arizona, the habits of forest fauna are one indicator of what we can expect for the coming snow season. “The animals have been stocking up,” he said. He says another good indicator is that “it’s been predicted that there will be a weak El Niño, which means an above average winter.” … [Read more...] about Predictions for the Winter Sport Season