In compliance with section 42-17107, Arizona Revised statutes, the City of Flagstaff is notifying its property taxpayers of City of Flagstaff’s intention to raise its primary property taxes over last year’s level. The City of Flagstaff is proposing an increase of $105,380 or 2.0%. The proposed tax increase will cause City of Flagstaff’s primary property taxes on an $100,000 home to increase from $67.81 (total taxes that would be owed without the proposed tax increase) to $69.17 (total … [Read more...] about City Proposing Property Tax Increases
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Revolutionary Road for Rangelands
We often take the landscapes around us and those who manage them for granted. But as resources become scarcer, they become more valued. Hence, the growing interest in Payments for Ecosystem Services (PES). PES offers financial incentives to farmers or landowners to manage their land to provide an ecological service. And it’s a topic important enough for the United Nations – in 2005, they commissioned the Millennium Ecosystem Assessment, which identified specific environmental services: crops, … [Read more...] about Revolutionary Road for Rangelands
New Grand Canyon Superintendent Hired
Intermountain Regional Director John Wessels today announced that Mount Rainier Superintendent David Uberuaga has been named Superintendent of Grand Canyon National Park. Uberuaga will begin his duties in mid-July. “I am extremely pleased that we have someone of Dave’s character, experience and ability at Grand Canyon National Park,” Wessels said. “He has all the skills necessary to take on the many complex issues that are part of managing a park the size and stature of Grand … [Read more...] about New Grand Canyon Superintendent Hired
12 Step Program Finding Success
Back 2 Basics is proud to announce their one year anniversary. In the past year, Back 2 Basics has treated nearly 20 people. For those who have completed the program, there has been a 100 percent success rate. Back 2 Basics is a family operated, community supported, sober living environment for young adults ages 18 and up. It begins with an intensive outdoor adventure program, followed by a structured curriculum in a peer driven, staff supported, stable home environment where residents … [Read more...] about 12 Step Program Finding Success
SEDI Appoints New Executive Director
The Sustainable Economic Development Initiative’s (SEDI) Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Carol C. Bousquet, AICP as its new Executive Director. Carol’s education and professional experience have been in city and regional planning for the past 30 years. Carol’s training includes a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Design and a Master of Regional Planning from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. Her academic activities include being an adjunct professor and … [Read more...] about SEDI Appoints New Executive Director
AZ Receives $29.2 Million in Federal Emergency Relief
Ravaged by one of the worst winter storms in state history and the Schultz Fire that claimed 15,000 acres in 2010, Northern Arizona will receive the majority of the $29.2 million Federal Highway Administration Emergency Relief funds that were recently awarded to the state. According to the Arizona Department of Transportation, the Federal Highway Administration funds reimburse state and local jurisdictions for the repair or reconstruction of highways, roads and bridges that were damaged in … [Read more...] about AZ Receives $29.2 Million in Federal Emergency Relief
Gosar Votes Against Raising Debt Ceiling
U.S. Congressman Paul Gosar, DDS (AZ-01) released the follow statement after his no vote on H.R. 1954—To implement the President’s request to increase the statutory limit on the public debt. “I was sent to Washington by my constituents with the instructions to rein in federal spending and stop the growth of the deficit. With that in mind, I voted against the bill to raise the debt ceiling. This vote was an important step in our fight to restore fiscal sanity. Earlier this year, the … [Read more...] about Gosar Votes Against Raising Debt Ceiling
The Outlook for Pine Canyon
There has been little in the news about the prestigious Pine Canyon development on the southern edge of Flagstaff since the developer, Lonetree Investments Inc., declared bankruptcy in September. Yet, security guards still staff the entrance gates and the adjacent realty office is still open for sales. A springtime drive around the development reveals beautifully crafted large mountain chalet-style rock-log mini-mansions. The golf course looks immaculate and a late spring snowfall has been … [Read more...] about The Outlook for Pine Canyon
New Business Displaying at Art Walk
Flagstaff business owners Maureen Adras and Leslie Jackson will display some of their works at the First Friday Artwalk. The owners of BoldCow make recycling furniture into an art form. The one-of-a-kind furniture is taken through many stages before it is considered ready for sale. Jackson and Adras are featuring their work at The Seasoned Kitchen at 106 N. San Francisco Street between 6-9:00 p.m. The furniture will be displayed upstairs Friday night. Downstairs, tasty treats and … [Read more...] about New Business Displaying at Art Walk
Locals Hoping to Hit Jackpot on Twin Arrows Casino Bids
After last month’s groundbreaking at Twin Arrows Casino, Northern Arizonans hope to be put to work on the $150 million construction project. “Hopefully, work will be awarded to local contractors, but it is really up to the construction manager’s or owner’s discretion,” said Kim Brewster of Northern Arizona Building Association. “We have a lot of qualified subs in Northern Arizona.” NJ Shaum & Sons is one of the qualified. “We hope we can get some of the bid,” said Frank Patton, president. … [Read more...] about Locals Hoping to Hit Jackpot on Twin Arrows Casino Bids