Flagstaff enters Phase 3 of COVID reopening

FLAGSTAFF — The city of Flagstaff will enter Phase 3 of its COVID-19 Reentry Plan on May 17. The move to Phase 3 was predicated on the number of new cases, hospitalizations, and COVID related deaths continuing on a downward trajectory for four or more weeks, the increase in the number of residents vaccinated, the demonstrated ability to follow CDC guidelines, ability to care for the seriously ill and providing testing, monitoring and contact tracing. Under Phase 3, the city will begin a limited reopening of city facilities and amenities. Face coverings are required in city facilities.

The Flagstaff City Hall will reopen with limited hours of 8 a.m. – 1 p.m., Monday through Friday. The Customer Service Counter will be open to walk-in customers, an appointment is required to meet with other staff.

The Main Flagstaff Library will begin a limited reopening for patron computer use on May 17, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Monday through Friday. The East Flagstaff Community Library will begin a limited reopening for patron computer use on May 17, from 2 p.m. – 6 p.m., Monday and Wednesday, and 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Friday and Saturday. Reservations are required for each 45-minute computer appointment and can be made online at the Library’s website: www.flagstaffpubliclibrary.org, or by calling the Main Library at (928) 213-2331; or the East Flagstaff Community Library at (928) 213-2348. Curbside and phone-in reference services will continue. Masks will be required, and patrons will be assigned to a computer to allow for social distancing. Computers will be cleaned after each use.

The Hal Jensen Recreation Center will reopen May 17, Monday-Friday from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. the weight room, gym and game room will be open with limited capacity. Call the center for more information at (928) 213-2760

Joe C. Montoya Community and Senior Center will also reopen May 17, Monday – Thursday from 7 a.m. – 8 p.m., Friday 7 a.m. – 2 p.m. The weight room, some classes and activities with limited capacity will be available. There will be no in person congregate meal program, however the drive thru meals are still available. Call the center for more information at (928) 213-2765.

The Aquaplex will reopen June 1 for returning and past members (no day passes) Tuesday-Saturday from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Only the fitness floor and gym will be open, with limited capacity. Private swim lessons may be available depending on staff availability. Call (928) 213-2300 for more information.

The full Reentry Plan can be found here: flagstaff.az.gov/4364/Re-Entry-Plan-Recovery-Roundtable.