The local M.A.N.A. group (Marines, Army, Navy, Air Force,) has been busy preparing for Memorial Day. Volunteers placed flags on veterans graves this weekend. Services will begin at 11:00 at Citizens Cemetery followed by lunch at the American Legion. Memorial Day was first celebrated May 30, 1868. It was observed by placing flowers on the graves of Union and Confederate soldiers during the first national celebration. Gen. James Garfield made a speech at Arlington National Cemetery, after … [Read more...] about Honoring Military on Memorial Day
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City Reaches Agreement on Red Gap Ranch
The City of Flagstaff is announcing it has reached agreement with the Attorney General’s Office of the Navajo Nation regarding drilling and pumping of water at Red Gap Ranch. Red Gap Ranch is an 8,500 acre ranch located immediately south of the Navajo Reservation in proximity of Leupp. The City acquired this Ranch in 2005 to serve its future water needs. In January 2011, the Arizona Department of Water Resources approved a hydrology study submitted by Flagstaff that demonstrated the City’s … [Read more...] about City Reaches Agreement on Red Gap Ranch
Peak Engineering Inc. Celebrating Success
The partners of Peak Engineering, Inc. in Flagstaff are celebrating their one year anniversary. Julie Leid, Anne Dunno and Tom Smith left other engineering jobs to start a new firm during the recession. The partners are reporting a successful first year and have hired their first employee. Julie Leid says Peak Engineering has a lot to look forward to in its second year. "Just being a part of building the community, that's what we do as civil engineers is infrastructure work and site … [Read more...] about Peak Engineering Inc. Celebrating Success
New 3G Cell Service for Flagstaff
AT&T is announcing the activation of a new 3G cell site in Flagstaff. The new site is enhancing coverage for area residents and visitors between South Woody Mountain Drive to the west, West University Heights North to the east, West University Avenue to the north and West Kiltie Lane to the west. AT&T invested nearly $425 million across its Arizona wireless and wireline network from 2008 through 2010 as part of its commitment to superior service in the state. AT&TSpokeswoman … [Read more...] about New 3G Cell Service for Flagstaff
Bearizona Reaches One Year Anniversary
Bearizona Wildlife Park is celebrating one year in business. The drive-through park near Williams features North American animals including bears, wolves, bison and big horn sheep as well as other animals. The park opened in May of 2010, with more than 90,000 visitors before the end of last year. In January, park officials celebrated the first bear cub born at the park: Doc. Bearizona is open each day from March through the end of December, weather … [Read more...] about Bearizona Reaches One Year Anniversary
Building a Better Arizona One Community at a Time
An update on the Five Communities Project: 95 communities submitted letters of intent for the Five Communities Project. Chairman Lattie Coor calls the letters 'bold ideas' that will help people address some of the most challenging isssues that Arizona and the nation face in the 21st century-job creation, building a competitive education system, protecting our natural resource and increasing citizen involvement. This following story recently appeared in Flagstaff Business News. When Sonja … [Read more...] about Building a Better Arizona One Community at a Time
Pine Canyon Emerging from Bankruptcy
Just nine months after the developers of the Pine Canyon Golf Club and residential development in Flagstaff, Arizona filed Chapter 11 proceedings, the Honorable Redfield T. Baum, United States Bankruptcy Judge for the District of Arizona, entered an Order Confirming their Plan of Reorganization today. The developer and its lender were able to reach an agreement for the restructuring of their loans and the plan was submitted on a consensual basis. “The agreement allows us to go forward with … [Read more...] about Pine Canyon Emerging from Bankruptcy
State Offering Flood Prevention Funding
Properties impacted by flooding downstream of the Schultz Fire burn area, may see the benefits from state financial assistance. Governor Jan Brewer today announced plans to allocate $305,000 to Coconino County to aid in its recovery from flood damage caused by the Schultz Fire of June 2010, as well as to mitigate future flood damage to the community. “Coconino County is facing a dire situation as a result of last June’s wildfire,” said Governor Brewer. “The condition of the land impacted by … [Read more...] about State Offering Flood Prevention Funding
County Cancels Horse Races
Due to the loss of a critical partner in producing the event, an increase in operating costs, and the elimination of state financed support for county racing in the State of Arizona and in Coconino County, the Coconino County Board of Supervisors met in special session on May 27, 2011, and voted to cancel the 2011 Horse Races. The event was scheduled to occur over the July 4th weekend. In the past several years, Coconino County has lost revenue on the event. In 2010, Coconino County … [Read more...] about County Cancels Horse Races
New Deputy City Manager
Following a national search which drew more than 115 applicants, Jerene Watson has accepted an offer from the City of Flagstaff to become the new Deputy City Manager (DCM) for Community Enhancement. Watson is leaving her current position as Town Manager for Oro Valley, Arizona and will start work in Flagstaff on July 1, 2011. Watson brings extensive experience to the DCM positions having served several communities in a variety of positions. Her 24+ years of governmental experience consists … [Read more...] about New Deputy City Manager