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Coconino County Government
ELIZABETH C. ARCHULETA
Supervisor, District 2
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A Letter from Supervisor Liz Archuleta
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Greetings District 2 Residents,
Thank you for your continuous support of Coconino County as we work day and night to ensure the safety and well-being of our citizens during the COVID-19 pandemic. We also appreciate your patience as we adjust to providing services through technology and modified delivery. Rest assured we are advocating for our community at all levels, and everything we do is done with you in mind. Your safety is our upmost importance, so we thank you for practicing social distancing, self-isolation, and all other methods of safety during this time.
This is a very unsettling time for our community right now and I want to reiterate, that as a community, we are strong. We have faced numerous hardships together before and have held each other in our care to get through crisis. If there is anything I know for certain about Flagstaff and Coconino County residents, it is that we are a resilient and powerful group of people. As a community, we will get through this together. Stay strong.
As we move forward in our current reality, stay hopeful and positive and know that we are in this together. I encourage all of us to continue checking up on each other virtually, make time to talk with one another, and continue to support one another from afar.
In Community,
Elizabeth “Liz” Archuleta, County Supervisor
District 2
Coconino County Board of Supervisors
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Schedule Changes for COVID-19 Testing Sites
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“No matter how bleak or menacing a situation may appear, it does not entirely own us. It can’t take away our freedom to respond, our power to take action.”
― Ryder Carroll
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County Board of Supervisors issue statement to close Grand Canyon National Park
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The following is a statement from the Coconino County Board of Supervisors regarding the closing of the Grand Canyon National Park.
“For the safety and health of Coconino County healthcare providers, residents and visitors, the Coconino County Board of Supervisors strongly urge Department of Interior Secretary David Bernhardt to close Grand Canyon National Park due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Board also calls on local, state and federal officials to join the Board in calling for the closure of the park.
“The Grand Canyon is the crown jewel of parks across the County and country. However, it is important that the park adheres to proven guidance to help slow the spread of COVID-19. Social distancing measures in response to pandemics work. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, closures aimed to reduce the spread of infection have been proven to be extremely effective. Keeping the park open and allowing travelers from all over the world to come here and risk spreading COVID-19 is an unnecessary risk.
Locally elected officials know their communities and how best to look out for the public health of the people they serve. Leaders in Washington D.C. should heed, and seek out, the advice of, local leaders for the safety of Coconino County, the state and the nation.”
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Flagstaff Area National Monuments Modifying Operations To Implement Local Health Guidance
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Flagstaff, AZ – The Flagstaff Area National Monuments (Walnut Canyon, Sunset Crater Volcano, and Wupatki) are announcing additional modifications to operations in response to guidance from the Coconino County Health Department. The health and safety of our visitors, employees, volunteers, and partners is our number one priority. The National Park Service (NPS) is working servicewide with federal, state, and local authorities to closely monitor the COVID-19 pandemic.
Effective Saturday March 28, 2020, Walnut Canyon, Sunset Crater Volcano, and Wupatki National Monuments will be closed to all park visitors until further notice. Forest Service Road 545 (the road connecting Sunset Crater Volcano and Wupatki) and Black Falls Crossing Road will remain open for residential traffic. We will notify the public when we resume full operations and provide updates on our websites ( nps.gov/waca, nps.gov/sucr, nps.gov/wupa) and social media channels.
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Coconino County Counts:
Take the 2020 Census!
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This is a friendly reminder to all Coconino County Residents to fill out the 2020 Census!
What is the 2020 Census and Why is it Important?
“The census provides critical data that lawmakers, business owners, teachers, and many others use to provide daily services, products, and support for you and your community. Every year, billions of dollars in federal funding go to hospitals, fire departments, schools, roads, and other resources based on census data.
The results of the census also determine the number of seats each state will have in the U.S. House of Representatives, and they are used to draw congressional and state legislative districts.” – The United States Census Bureau
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At Home Activities and Resources for Children and Adults!
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This is an uncertain time for many individuals. Our schedules and lifestyle have changed suddenly and drastically which can be jarring for both adults and children. I will be providing daily resources including activities, mental wellness information, and tips to care for yourself and your families during this time. Remember, as a community WE will get through this.
See below for some fun FREE activities you can do from the comfort of your home!
- YOUTUBE: Yoga with Adriene
- Yoga with Adriene offers FREE online yoga courses that you can do for the comfort of your home, office or backyard. Simply click the link above and open it on your phone, computer or YouTube app on your TV. Adriene offers yoga and guided meditations anywhere between 10 minutes to an hour!
- ARTICLE: 52 Tricks to Teach Your Dog
- Are you looking for a fun activity to do with your dog indoors? This article teaches you how to train your dog over 52 new tricks! Something fun for both you and your dog. Plus, snacks are included in the training process.
- YOUTUBE: Learn to Make Origami at Home
- Proud Paper Official’s YouTube channel teaches you how to make origami from the comfort of your home. There are videos for all levels of origami learners. From simple origami to complex origami, try a new hobby today!
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