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District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler’s update for April 29 — Supervisor Lena Fowler attends bill signing of House Bill 2318

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April 29, 2019
Please take a moment to read some of the latest news and upcoming events within Coconino County and it’s surrounding areas.
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Supervisor Lena Fowler attends bill signing of
House Bill 2318

This past week on April 22nd, Coconino County Supervisors Lena Fowler and Jim Parks attended the bill signing of House Bill 2318, signed by Arizona Governor Doug Ducey. The new law prohibits operating a motor vehicle while holding or supporting with any part of the person’s body a smartphone or other portable wireless device, or writing, sending or reading any text-based communication on a wireless device unless it is voice-based and/or hands-free.

Coconino County was one of the first jurisdictions in the State to pass a distracted driving ordinance and the Board has been a constant voice at the capitol advocating for a statewide law.

Supervisor Lena Fowler and County Manager Jimmy Jayne visited County Staff in Page
Last week, Supervisor Lena Fowler and County Manager Jimmy Jayne met with County staff in Page to receive updates from Health and Human Services, Juvenile and Adult Probation and Page Justice Court. Also on the schedule was a boat tour with the County Sheriff’s Office Boat Patrol. Thank you to the Northern Region Team Members for the amazing work you are doing!

Supervisor Lena Fowler hosts the 10th Annual First Responders of the Colorado Plateau Networking Meeting & Cook-out 
On April 18, Glen Canyon National Recreation Area and Coconino County Supervisor Lena Fowler  hosted the 10th Annual First Responders of the Colorado Plateau Networking Meeting and Cook-out. This year’s event celebrated Public Safety Telecommunicators and their contribution to public safety. In addition, U.S. Magistrate Judge Camille Bibles provided a special presentation on self-care called “And Then There’s You.”

This event was first established by the late Brent McGinn Chief Ranger of Glen Canyon NRA and Supervisor Lena Fowler to provide an opportunity for First Responders to network with other agencies to learn more about each others works and accomplishments and to discuss future collaboration for the benefit of our communities.

Thank you to all the Agencies who attended and thank you for all you do!

Flagstaff Justice and City Courts held court hearings in Tuba City 
On April 18, Coconino County Supervisor Lena Fowler hosted court hearings at the Tuba City Judicial District where individuals with open cases with Flagstaff Justice Court and Flagstaff Municipal Courts appeared before the court to resolve their cases.

During Friday’s court sessions, individuals with open criminal and/or traffic cases in Flagstaff Justice Court or Flagstaff Municipal Court including cases with outstanding warrants, appeared before the judge for an initial appearance. Overall, 30 people were seen in court that had their cases seen by Justice Court Judge Howard Grodman and/or Municipal Court Judge Thomas Chotena.

Supervisor Lena Fowler hosts courts session in Tuba City twice a year, typically in the spring and fall months. For the latest information on this service, please contact Coconino County Supervisor Lena Fowler’s Office at 928-283-4518.
Flagstaff Justice Court Judge Howard Grodman with Court Assistant Sedona. 
Flagstaff Municipal Court Judge Thomas Chotena with Court Assistant Sasha.
NOTICE FOR APPLICANTS TO THE COMMISSION ON TRIAL COURT APPOINTMENTS

The Commission on Trial Court Appointment Nominating Committee for Coconino County Supervisorial District 5, Supervisor Lena Fowler, is seeking non-attorney applicants for the Trial Court Commission.  Applicants are sought for two (2) non-attorney positions.

In accordance with the Arizona Constitution, Article VI, Section 41, requirements for non-attorney members are:

  • Applicant must have resided in the State for at least five years
  • Applicant must have resided in the supervisorial district from which appointed for at least one year before being nominated (To determine your current Supervisorial District, call (928) 679-7860 or visit the Elections Website at: https://voter.azsos.gov/VoterView/RegistrantSearch.do
  • The applicant cannot be a judge, a retired judge or an attorney admitted to practice law in Arizona.
  • The applicant cannot hold any governmental office, elective or appointive, for profit (i.e. salary, commission, etc.) (An appointee can be a governmental employee.)

Applications along with the Committee’s recommendation for appointment will be forwarded to the Governor who shall make appointments subject to confirmation of the Arizona Senate.

Send a letter and resume to Miranda Morales, Executive Assistant to Supervisor Lena Fowler, ATTENTION: Commission on Trial Court Appointments Nominating Committee, 219 E. Cherry Ave. Flagstaff, Arizona 86001. Or by email to: mmorales@coconino.az.gov.

The Nominating Committee is accepting applications through May 15, 2019.

Governing Board Seats open in District 5
Coconino County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Risha VanderWey is seeking applicants for appointment to five school districts.

  • One seat is vacant in the Coconino Association for Vocations, Industry, and Technology (CAVIAT) Education District in Fredonia,
  • One seat is vacant in the Fredonia-Moccasin Unified School District, and
  • One seat is vacant in the Coconino Community College District #5

Applicants must be Arizona registered voters and residents of the school district for at least one year prior to the date of appointment. Applicants or their spouses cannot be an employee of the district.

Application information:

An advisory committee may be assembled consisting of district residents and a current board member to conduct interviews and assist Superintendent VanderWey in the appointment process.

For more information, please call the Office of the Coconino County School Superintendent at 928-679-8070 or email: aterhaar@coconino.az.gov.
Coconino County is currently hiring the following positions in the District 5 region
  • Bailiff I: Page Justice Court: Temporary – Part Time – $15.93 – $16.73 Hourly
  • Detention Officer I: Page Sheriff’s Office: Regular Full Time – $34,961.00 Annually
  • Nutrition Education Specialist: Colorado City-Public Health District (Fredonia, AZ): Regular Part Time – More than 20 hours – $18.27 Hourly
  • Probation Office II: Page – Adult Probation: Regular Full Time – $48,202.00 Annually
  • Deputy Sheriff Recruit: Tuba City- Sheriff’s Office: Regular Full Time – $47,086.00 Annually
For Employment Opportunities: http://www.coconino.az.gov/843/Job-Openings
Come and join this amazing organization.
Coconino County News
At the Board meeting this past week:
On April 23, the Board held work sessions on the Comprehensive Plan, the Sheep Hill Conceptual Master Plan and on a pre-fire year update.

The Board of Supervisors will not hold a regular meeting this week as they start the County Budget Hearings, which will be from April 29 – May 7.
Board Proclaims May as Community Action Month
Community Action programs across Arizona connect thousands of children, families, adults and seniors to innovative, responsive programs and services. They help families and individuals out of poverty toward economic self-sufficiency, transforming their lives and making our communities stronger. Community Services is the designated Community Action Agency for Coconino County. The Board of Supervisors approved a proclamation on April 16 declaring May as National Community Action Month in recognition of the hard work and dedication of Community Services in our community!
Human Resources

Job Openings with Coconino County

Accounting Technician III- Sheriff’s Office (0419)
Attorney II: Part Time- Public Defender (0419)
Bailiff I- Page Justice Court
Case Worker- Community Services (0319)
Clinic Nurse (PRN):- Public Health Services District (0319)
Code Enforcement Officer- Community Development (0419)
Cook- Community Services (0419)
Cook: On Call-Community Services (1118)
Correctional Nurse- Sheriff’s Office (0219)
Deputy Recruit: Flagstaff- Sheriff’s Office (0419)

Click here to find out more info about these County positions
Library District
Community Bulletin Board 
News Release

Media Contact: Jacqueline Banks
(928) 635-8314
jacqueline.banks@usda.gov
Kaibab National Forest to offer firewood permits starting May 1
Williams, Ariz., April 24, 2019—For Immediate Release. The Kaibab National Forest will offer firewood cutting permits for the 2019 season beginning May 1 for all districts. Permit holders may cut wood starting that day and continuing throughout the firewood season, which ends Nov. 30 on the North Kaibab Ranger District and Dec. 31 on the Tusayan and Williams Ranger Districts.

Firewood cutting permits can be obtained at the following locations and during the specified hours Monday through Friday, excluding federal holidays:

  • Williams Ranger District, 742 S. Clover Road, Williams; 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; (928) 635-5600
  • Tusayan Ranger District, 176 Lincoln Log Loop, Tusayan; 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; (928) 638-2443
  • North Kaibab Ranger District, 430 S. Main St., Fredonia; 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; (928) 643-7395
In 2018, the Kaibab National Forest launched a pilot program that increased the amount of wood available to each person for purchase while reducing the cost per cord by crediting firewood cutting for the contribution it provides to forest restoration goals. Due to the program’s success, these benefits will continue through the 2019 season.

Each person, with proper identification, may obtain permits for up to 30 cords per season of combined paid-use and free-use firewood on the Tusayan and Williams Ranger Districts, and 20 cords of paid-use firewood on the North Kaibab Ranger District. Paid-use firewood permit holders may purchase up to two 10-cord permits at a rate of $2 per cord. Free-use firewood permit holders may obtain one 10-cord permit to collect wood in designated areas on the Tusayan and Williams Ranger Districts.

“We wanted to recognize the valuable ecosystem service that firewood cutters provide in improving forest health by removing dead and down as well as small-diameter trees,” said Heather Provencio, forest supervisor for the Kaibab National Forest. “When we work with firewood cutters as our partners in forest restoration, we can more quickly move toward improved forest conditions and the shared goal of land stewardship.”

All firewood permits issued by the Kaibab National Forest will include a map and detailed cutting regulations as well as load tags, which must be physically attached to each ¼ cord of firewood and visible from the rear of the vehicle. The goal of this load tagging system is to ensure accountability for the amount of wood removed from the forest and to inform planning for future firewood cutting areas to meet public need and forest restoration objectives.

To continue fostering the partnership with firewood cutters this season, the Kaibab National Forest is taking additional steps to improve the program for customers. Permit holders will receive a detailed guide that highlights the ecological impacts that collecting firewood can have on forest resources and describes best practices that will ensure the sustainability of these resources across the landscape and over time.

“Our goal is to equip our firewood cutters with the information they need to help protect the forest’s valuable resources while also meeting their personal needs for home heating, cooking and other important purposes,” said Samantha Flores, supervisory forester for the Tusayan and Williams Ranger Districts. “By sharing best practices and working together, every permit holder can become a steward of the land and a partner in meeting our forest restoration objectives.”

In addition to providing customers with information about forest resources and their role in protecting them, the Kaibab National Forest will also be seeking public feedback and suggestions for program improvements throughout the year. Those obtaining permits are encouraged to offer their comments, concerns and ideas.

The removal of firewood is permitted only from National Forest lands on the specific district for which the permit is issued. Firewood cutters are reminded to take note of property boundaries and cut only on National Forest lands.

Detailed firewood cutting information and maps will be updated throughout the firewood season on the Kaibab National Forest website at http://bit.ly/KNFfuelwood.

Kaibab National Forest information is also available through the following sources:
Download the 2019 Tuba City Birth Certificate schedule
Employment Opportunities
Census Bureau Hiring for Window Rock Office
The Census Bureau is currently accepting applications online for positions at the future Window Rock Area Census Office. There will be several positions filled for the new Window Rock Office including Office Managers, Field Managers, and other support staff.

To apply online and to get further information about the application process, go to  http://www.2020census.gov/jobs

Current listings are:

  • Area Census Office Manager (Navajo)
  • Lead Census Field Manager (Navajo)
  • Recruiting Manager (Navajo)
  • Information Technology Manager (Navajo)
  • Administrative Manager (Navajo)
Community Resource Link:
 Tuba City & Window Rock Resource Guide

This guide is a compilation of information provided by agencies and service providers in Coconino County. 

Coconino County District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler’s Office

46 Maple Street
PO BOX 948
Tuba City, AZ 86045
P: 928-283-4518 | F: 928-283-6366 | www.coconino.az.gov

Hours:
Monday – Thursday | 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Closed Fridays & Holidays

Questions or comments? Email us at mmorales@coconino.az.gov or call us at 928-283-4518.

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