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District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler’s update for Feb. 12 — County offices CLOSED in observance of Presidents’ Day

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February 12, 2019

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District 5 Highlights

County offices CLOSED in observance of Presidents’ Day

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. —All Coconino County administrative offices will be closed Monday, Feb. 18 in
observance of Presidents’ Day.

While the administrative offices at the Sheriff’s Office will be closed, Dispatch, Patrol and Detention will be open. Records will be open on Monday Feb. 18, from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., with limited staffing. Please dial 9-1-1 for emergencies. For non-emergencies, dial 928-774-4523 to connect with the nonemergency Dispatch number or to leave a message for one of the administrative offices.

In the event of a snow storm or other impactful weather during the holiday, County Public Works crews will be deployed to keep County roadways open and passable.

Coconino County’s parks and natural areas will remain open during the holiday, but administrative offices at Fort Tuthill will be closed and limited staff or services will be available. The Fort Tuthill Bike Park is currently closed. Please do not sled on the Fort Tuthill Bike Park or you will damage the features which were built specifically for cyclists to hone their skills on jumps and flow trails. Drinking water has been turned off at all parks, but bathrooms are still available at Raymond, Peaks View and Sawmill County Parks. Water and bathrooms are available at Louise Yellowman County Park, located in Tuba City.

Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) Animal Management will have an officer on duty Monday, Feb. 18 from 7 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Contact the CCPHSD Animal Management office at 928-679-8756, leave a message and an officer will respond.

For Immediate Release
February 6, 2019

Coconino County releases Grand Canyon North Rim Economic Impact Study

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. – As part of its ongoing economic development strategy, Coconino County released a
Northern Arizona University (NAU) Alliance Bank Economic Policy Institute economic study stating that
if Grand Canyon National Park North Rim were open an additional four weeks a year, it would result in
an additional $14.3 million in economic growth and support an additional 183 jobs in the region.

The purpose of the study, funded and requested by the County, was to examine the economic impact of
keeping the North Rim open to visitors from May 1 – Oct. 30, which would add two weeks on each end of
the season. The report found that extending the season by one month would increase visitation by over
37,000 visitors and an additional $10 million in direct expenditures.

“Coconino County has been an advocate for an extended season at the North Rim because of the positive effect it would have on our economy,” said Chairman of the Board of Supervisors Art Babbott. “This study confirms, with empirical evidence, what the County has perceived. On behalf of the Board, I want to thank Supervisor Lena Fowler for her tireless efforts in pushing for this study and keeping this issue alive.”

The County commissioned the study to determine the economic vitality of an extended season at the North Rim. Adding more time for concessionaires to be open is a federal priority for the County and will be a topic of advocacy that the County carries forward to lawmakers and officials in the federal government.

“The businesses and communities in my district suffer from such a shortened season at the North Rim,”
said Vice-Chair of the Board of Supervisors Lena Fowler. “I appreciate the detailed and measured study
our partners at the NAU Alliance Bank Economic Policy Institute took to complete this report at the
request of the County. My colleagues and I will use this study to collaborate with all of the stakeholders in
northern Arizona and southern Utah to work with the National Park Service and extend the season at the
North Rim.”

The Alliance Bank Economic Policy Institute (which is located within The W. A. Franke College of
Business) encourages Arizona tourism and economic development for tribal and rural communities by
collecting primary data and performing quantitative research.

To view the details of the complete study, see here.

Registration is OPEN!

Coconino County will host the Colorado Plateau Economic Development Symposium at the Courtyard by Marriott in Page, Arizona, March 7 – 8, 2019.

$50 online registration is available until March 1^st! Limited space available, so book your tickets in advanced! Book Here

For more information about this event or sponsorship opportunities visit us on our website by clicking link below or by calling (928) 283-4518.

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Coconino County News

At the Board meeting this past week:

At the BOS meeting last week on Feb. 5, the board discussed the results of an Economic Contribution Analysis that will extend the season at the Grand Canyon National Park North Rim.

At this Tuesday’s BOS meeting, there will be a presentation and discussion regarding the Zoning Ordinance Update and the Youth Employment and Engagement Program.

Human Resources

Job Openings with Coconino County

Accounting Technician III- Sheriff’s Office (0119)
Admin Specialist III/Law Enforcement Specialist III-Sheriff’s Office (1118)
Administrative Support II- Page Justice Court New
Administrative Support II-Recovery Court (0119)
Bailiff I- Page Justice Court
Childcare Health Consultant (Nurse)- Public Health District (1118)
County Emergency Management Assistant Director – Emergency Management (0219)
Deputy Sheriff Recruit: Tuba City- Sheriff’s Office (1218)
Justice Court Manager- Page Justice Court (0219) New
Probation Officer I or II: Page- Juvenile Court (0219)
Nutrition Education Specialist: Colorado City-Public Health District (1118)
Click here to find out more info about these County positions

Position open until February 22, 2019.

Library District

REVISED Bookmobile Schedule

Community Bulletin Board

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Keep updated with the latest news from Arizona Congressman Tom O’Halleran.

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Job Vacancy:

Visitor Information and Recreation Specialist

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JOB VACANCY:

Legislative Manager

The Navajo Nation Office of Legislative Services has a job vacancy for a Legislative Manager.

The Legislative Manager performs work of considerable difficulty under the general supervision of the Office of Legislative Services Executive Director. The Legislative Manager oversees and is engaged with the legislative process of the department. For a full job description, click here.

For the application process, click here.

Job closes February 6, 2019.