Applications for Arizona's Rental Property Owner Preservation Fund, providing assistance to rental property owners across the state who are facing a loss of rental income due to COVID-19, opened today. Governor Doug Ducey announced $5 million for this Fund last month. All applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the entire amount is awarded. About The Rental Property Owner Preservation Fund The Rental Property Owner Preservation Fund, established by the Governor’s Office, … [Read more...] about Arizona Launches Program To Assist Rental Property Owners
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Flagstaff Arts Council, City of Flagstaff: Longtime Champions of Dark Skies
The Flagstaff Arts Council (FAC) and City of Flagstaff are often unsung heroes, quietly and continuously supporting and promoting the values that are important to the community and the region. This month, especially during the pandemic and its devastating impact on arts and science funding, Flagstaff Business News salutes the leadership of the Flagstaff Arts Council and the City of Flagstaff for their enduring support of Flagstaff’s dark starry skies. “Dark skies seem very much emblematic … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Arts Council, City of Flagstaff: Longtime Champions of Dark Skies
Growing the Economy One Business at a Time
The City of Flagstaff is excited to introduce five new programs to facilitate greater economic activity community-wide. Two programs target existing businesses, two target businesses coming to Flagstaff, and one encourages the purchase of fuel-efficient vehicles from local auto dealers. The Adaptive Reuse Program and the Business Retention and Expansion Incentive target existing businesses in Flagstaff. The Adaptive Reuse Program provides up to $5,000 to eligible businesses for development … [Read more...] about Growing the Economy One Business at a Time
Preparing for a Different Kind of School Year
Amidst the uncertainty of the pandemic, one thing is certain – going back to school will look different, depending on the institution. The Grand Canyon School, which teaches students from as far away as Valle, 23 miles to the south, and is the only Pre-K through 12th grade school district located inside a Grand Canyon National Park, has developed a three-part reopening plan of action. “We are going to offer a full online distance learning option for parents who would rather keep their … [Read more...] about Preparing for a Different Kind of School Year
Flagstaff Mall Creating Experiences for Returning Shoppers
The Flagstaff Mall is preparing for crowds to return to shopping and creating community-focused experiences. “You may have noticed some construction going on the past few weeks,” said Managing Director Kirk Williams, of Cypress Equities, the Dallas developer behind the shopping center’s improvements. “We are making some necessary and unique changes for Flagstaff Mall.” Local contractors such as Wespac Construction Inc, Colter Electric LLC and Intermountain Plumbing, Mechanical and Solar … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Mall Creating Experiences for Returning Shoppers
First-Time Gun Owners Driving Spike in Firearms Sales
Arizona native Stacy Speed, a vice president in the banking industry, has been working from her Flagstaff home during the pandemic and has found time to take on a new hobby. “I wanted to do something for myself. I love learning,” she said. “Also, intuitively, I knew coming into this year, an election year, the timing was good for me to learn self-defense. I want to know how to protect myself.” Speed has rarely picked up a gun before, but contacted Timberline Firearms and Training, enrolled … [Read more...] about First-Time Gun Owners Driving Spike in Firearms Sales
McSally, Cornyn, Daines, Sullivan Introduce Bill to Ensure Americans Don’t Lose Health Coverage
U.S. Senators Martha McSally (R-AZ), John Cornyn (R-TX), Steve Daines (R-MT), and Dan Sullivan (R-AK) introduced legislation yesterday to help Americans who are laid off or furloughed due to COVID-19 continue on their employer’s health plan through December 31, 2020. “Arizonans who have lost their jobs or remain furloughed due to coronavirus should not have to worry about losing their health insurance too, particularly as we continue to combat a global health crisis,” McSally said. “Our bill … [Read more...] about McSally, Cornyn, Daines, Sullivan Introduce Bill to Ensure Americans Don’t Lose Health Coverage
Prescott VA Supports VA ‘Fourth Mission’ COVID-19 Response
Northern Arizona VA Health Care System (NAVAHCS) continues to support the VA’s “Fourth Mission” in helping all Americans during the COVID-19 outbreak. VA traditionally provides Veterans’ healthcare, benefits and memorial affairs. In times of national crisis, such as the current Coronavirus pandemic, VA provides services to the nation based on requests from individual states, while putting Veterans first. This is known as VA’s Fourth Mission. This support is approved after a determination … [Read more...] about Prescott VA Supports VA ‘Fourth Mission’ COVID-19 Response
Sinema: Munds Park Post Office to Re-Open with New Contractor
Arizona senior Senator Kyrsten Sinema today announced that the U.S. Postal Service will re-open the Munds Park, Arizona Post Office after securing a new contractor. “Re-opening the Munds Park Post Office ensures local residents will continue to have access to critical services they rely on,” said Sinema. In July, the Munds Park Post Office contractor discontinued its work. Sinema and her team of social workers have diligently been in contact with the U.S. Postal Service regarding the quick … [Read more...] about Sinema: Munds Park Post Office to Re-Open with New Contractor
Vulnerable Arizona Adults Can Receive Free Masks
Arizona has partnered with Hanes to provide two million cloth masks to vulnerable residents. According to the Arizona Department of Health Services, vulnerable adults in Arizona, residents who are 65 and older and those with medical conditions, will be able to request a mask from the state. Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey said Thursday those who do not have a mask or have been unable to get one during the COVID-19 pandemic, will be able to order some from the state. Starting Friday, July 17, … [Read more...] about Vulnerable Arizona Adults Can Receive Free Masks