Tag: Coconino County

City of Flagstaff, Coconino County Labor Day Closures

FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff’s City Hall offices at 211 W. Aspen Ave. will be closed Sept. 3, 2018 in observance of Labor Day. City Hall offices will reopen Sept. 4, 2018. City of Flagstaff facilities that are also closed Labor Day include: East…

Grant funds Bike Park construction

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino County Parks and Recreation was awarded a Land and Water Conservation Fund grant from the Arizona State Parks and Trails for infrastructure improvements and visitor amenities, including a restroom, at Fort Tuthill County Park.  The grant award…

GFFP and Coconino County to begin forest thinning behind Sechrist Elementary School on Highway 180

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino County and the Greater Flagstaff Forests Partnership (GFFP) will conduct forest treatments (thinning trees) on a 57-acre County parcel located in the Lockett Ranches area, behind Sechrist Elementary School. This parcel is within the footprint of the Flagstaff…

Christopher Tressler appointed County Engineer

COCONINO COUNTY — The County Board of Supervisors approved the appointment of Christopher Tressler as County Engineer last week. While providing oversight for all engineering-related activities, the County Engineer also supervises engineering design, transportation and traffic planning, and survey and right-of-way…

County Voters to consider ballot initiative on judicial merit selection Proposition No. 416

COCONINO COUNTY — County seeks argument ‘for’ and ‘against’ question  On Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2018, voters within Coconino County will consider a ballot proposition on the merit selection of judges and judicial retention. Registered County voters will vote on the…

Heavy rainfall, flooding in Schultz Flood Area causes road closures

County activates Emergency Operation Center to handle response FLAGSTAFF — Coconino County has activated an Emergency Operation Center (EOC) to coordinate emergency response operations due to heavy rainfall and subsequent flooding this afternoon in the Schultz Flood area. County Public…

Siren system test in Oak Creek Canyon to be held on June 28

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino County Emergency Management, Yavapai County Emergency Management, the Coconino County Sheriff’s Office and the Sedona Fire District will test the emergency siren system in Oak Creek Canyon at approximately 10 a.m. Thursday, June 28. This system…

Eric Peterson selected County Public Affairs Director

COCONINO COUNTY — Interim County Manager James Jayne has announced the selection of Eric Peterson as the County Public Affairs Director. The Board of Supervisors approved the selection during their regular meeting June 19. The Public Affairs Director is responsible…

District 2 Supervisor Liz Archuelta update for June 13

Coconino County Government ELIZABETH “LIZ” ARCHULETA Supervisor, District 2 larchuleta@coconino.az.gov Phone: (928) 679-7162 Board of Supervisors Adopt Tentative Budget The Coconino County Board of Supervisors tentatively adopted the County’s $182 million Fiscal Year 2019 budget during its public meeting June…

Coconino County, City of Flagstaff 4th of July closures

COCONINO COUNTY — All Coconino County offices will be closed Wednesday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day. While the administrative offices at the Sheriff’s Office will be closed on Wednesday, July 4, records will remain open from 8 a.m.…

County enacts Stage 1 fire restrictions north of Grand Canyon

COCONINO COUNTY — The Coconino County Board of Supervisors enacted the Wildfire Defense Ordinance Stage 1 fire restrictions, for Coconino County, north of the Grand Canyon, during a special session Thursday. Restrictions are in coordination with federal agency partners and…

NAU study: Post-wildfire flooding to cost hundreds of millions

Williams and surrounding areas face severe economic impacts The Coconino County Board of Supervisors heard a presentation from the Northern Arizona University (NAU) Alliance Bank Economic Policy Institute (EPI) on the economic impact of post wildfire flooding to the City…

Deadline is 5 p.m. May 4 to submit application for Coconino County Diversity and Inclusion Officer position

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino County is seeking a creative, collaborative and innovative professional to serve as the Diversity and Inclusion Officer who is motivated by meaningful work, values collaborative relationships and embraces this role to realize a shared vision for our…

Through July 31 — Next 12-week Basic Business Empowerment class to be held in Flagstaff

FLAGSTAFF — Coconino County Community Services’ (CCCS) 12-week (36-hour) Basic Business Empowerment (BBE) training is offered for Coconino County residents 18-years of age and older.  Its purpose is to assist those who want to start, improve, and/or expand a micro-business — five or fewer…

County enacts Stage 1 fire restrictions below the Mogollon Rim

COCONINO COUNTY — The Coconino County Board of Supervisors enacted the Wildfire Defense Ordinance Stage 1 fire restrictions, for Coconino County, below the Mogollon Rim, during the regular board meeting Tuesday night. Restrictions go into effect Friday, April 20 and…

Coconino County Jail District Board of Directors desire federal judicial decision. See related stories

FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Jail District Board of Directors are named defendants in a pending suit filed by Guillermo Tenorio-Serrano. The Board of Directors view this case as an opportunity to seek a ruling on whether 4th and 14th Amendments of the U.S…

County urges people to sign up for emergency notifications

FLAGSTAFF — Following the Copley Fire, which occurred April 8, County officials are encouraging all residents to sign-up to receive emergency notifications at coconino.az.gov/ready. Emergency Notifications have proven to save lives. The fire started in the area of North Copley Dr.,…

March 2018 District 2 Supervisor Elizabeth ‘Liz’ Archuleta County Newsletter

  March, 2018 District 2 County Newsletter Greetings District 2! Happy First Day of Spring!!!  Spring is here and after having a mild winter hope the weather continues to stay warm and sunny.This issue holds important information on Ready, Set, Go which…

Summer ramada reservations available for County parks

County Parks and Recreation to accept online reservations starting Feb. 20 County Parks and Recreation will begin accepting summer ramada reservations on Feb. 20, 2018. There are 11 ramadas at four County parks available for rent. Ramadas are used to…

Coconino County, City of Flagstaff Offices closed in honor of President’s Day

COCONINO COUNTY — All Coconino County administrative offices will be closed Feb. 19, 2018 in honor of President’s Day. While the administrative offices at the Sheriff’s Office will be closed, Dispatch, Patrol and Detention will be open. Records will be…

Feb. 6 — Joint Land Use Study Community Meeting

BELLEMONT — The public is invited to attend a Joint Land Use Study (JLUS) meeting on Feb. 6. There will be a presentation at 6:15pm with opportunities for the public to ask questions and provide feedback. The project team will summarize…

Mobile Service Days offered in County Communities

The Coconino County Assessor, Treasurer and Recorder’s offices will continue Mobile Service Days in 2018. Each office will deliver the functionality and services regularly provided directly to communities throughout the County. Staff from each office will be available to meet…

County launches Pre-Disaster Plan

County officials launched the Bill Williams Mountain Disaster Planning Initiative today in Williams, Ariz.  The initiative includes developing a pre-disaster plan for the City of Williams if Bill Williams Mountain sustains a major wildfire. A recent study conducted by J.E.…

Inside Coconino update for Oct. 6

        Greetings Coconino County!   I am Rashida Suminski, the Public Fiduciary Director for Coconino County. I recently joined the County on May 30, 2017, where I have the pleasure to continue my role as the Public Fiduciary…

Coconino County announces Seasonal Flu Shot appointments

COCONINO COUNTY — The Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) is offering seasonal flu shots at the CCPHSD Clinic in Flagstaff. To schedule an appointment, call the Clinic at 928-679-7222 or toll-free at 1-877-679-7272. The Centers for Disease Control and…

Seasonal Flu Shot appointments

The Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) is offering seasonal flu shots at the CCPHSD Clinic in Flagstaff. To schedule an appointment, call the Clinic at 928-679-7222 or toll-free at 1-877-679-7272. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)…

Supervisors host Congressman O’Halleran roundtable

COCONINO COUNTY — The Coconino County Board of Supervisors and Congressman Tom O’Halleran (AZ-1) met for a roundtable discussion on Monday. O’Halleran, Supervisors, elected County Constitutional Officers, county and congressional staff participated in the open meeting. The group discussed several…

Coconino County Supervisors pass anti-hate resolution

The Coconino County Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted Resolution 2017 – 50, condemning hate and racial supremacy while promoting tolerance, at their regular meeting Tuesday night. The Board considered the resolution due to recent white supremacy rallies and other displays…

Coconino County earns National Achievement Awards for innovative programs

The National Association of Counties (NACo) awarded Coconino County multiple Achievement Awards and other recognitions. The awards honor innovative development within county government programs that enhance services for residents. “We are honored to be among one of the counties to…

County Manager Seelhammer wins Gabe Zimmerman Service Award

COCONINO COUNTY — The Center for the Future of Arizona (CFA) awarded Coconino County Manager Cynthia Seelhammer the 2017 Gabe Zimmerman Civic Leadership Award. The Gabe Zimmerman Public Service Awards are a statewide competition created to recognize outstanding non-elected public…

Fiscal Year 2018 budget adopted by Board of Supervisors

COCONINO COUNTY — The Coconino County Board of Supervisors adopted the County’s $192 million Fiscal Year 2018 budget during its public meeting June 27. The County balanced the FY 2018 budget and maintained a projected fund balance over the course of…

Countywide Stage 1 fire restrictions enacted

Stage 1 fire restrictions, began at 8 a.m., Thursday, June 15, across Coconino County. Fire restrictions are to help protect public health by reducing the number of human-caused wildfires. The County is enacting the restrictions due to forecasted weather and…

Coconino County’s Job Opportunities as of June 9

Click here for the latest Coconino County Job Opportunities. You may now apply online by clicking on the job title you are interested in and then clicking “Apply”. You may also subscribe to Job Alerts that will notify you when a position becomes…

County enacts Stage 1 fire restrictions below the Mogollon Rim

COCONINO COUNTY — The Coconino County Board of Supervisors enacted the Wildfire Defense Ordinance Stage 1 fire restrictions, for Coconino County, below the Mogollon Rim, during a special session today. Restrictions go into effect immediately and will remain until fire…

Forest Thinning at Fort Tuthill County Park

“Thin the Threat” Coconino County Parks & Recreation is conducting a forest thinning project in Fort Tuthill County Park to increase forest health, to improve public safety and to reduce wildfire risk. Removal will be by hand and mechanical thinning.…

Coconino County: Summer food safety tips

Summer is the time for picnics and cookouts but these outdoor activities can present food safety challenges. Summer is the time for picnics and cookouts but these outdoor activities can present food safety challenges. Bacteria in food multiply faster at…

County and NARBHA Institute host innovative Justice Summit

Coconino County, led by Chairwoman Liz Archuleta, and the NARBHA Institute hosted the Justice Summit Monday, May 15. The Summit brought together leaders from across the U.S. to elevate awareness of criminal justice issues and innovate discussion. Over 200 participants…

Coconino County’s Job Opportunities as of May 19

Click here for the latest Coconino County Job Opportunities. You may now apply online by clicking on the job title you are interested in and then clicking “Apply”. You may also subscribe to Job Alerts that will notify you when a position becomes…

May 19 — Coconino County prepares for 5th annual Veterans Stand Down

Event provides services to homeless and at-risk veterans FLAGSTAFF — Coconino County, in conjunction with area veteran’s advocate groups, will host the 5th Annual Lance Davison Memorial High Country Stand Down. The event connects homeless veterans and their families with the…

Coconino County’s Job Opportunities as of May 12

Click here for the latest Coconino County Job Opportunities. You may now apply online by clicking on the job title you are interested in and then clicking “Apply”. You may also subscribe to Job Alerts that will notify you when a position becomes…

May 16 — Next 12-week Basic Business Empowerment class to be held in Flagstaff

FLAGSTAFF — The next 12-week Basic Business Empowerment class will begin on May 16 in Flagstaff. This training is for Coconino County residents who want to start, improve, and/or expand a micro-business, typically those with five or fewer employees and requiring…

Coconino County’s Job Opportunities as of April 28

Click here for the latest Coconino County Job Opportunities. You may now apply online by clicking on the job title you are interested in and then clicking “Apply”. You may also subscribe to Job Alerts that will notify you when a position becomes…

Coconino County’s Job Opportunities as of April 21

Click here for the latest Coconino County Job Opportunities. You may now apply online by clicking on the job title you are interested in and then clicking “Apply”. You may also subscribe to Job Alerts that will notify you when a position becomes…

Coconino County launches updated website

Coconino County updated its website, www.coconino.az.gov, this week. The new site kept the same information and functionality users appreciated from the previous site while upgrading the look, feel and mobile accessibility. At the direction of the Board of Supervisors, the…

March 30 — County Supervisor hosts “Grappling with Gridlock” Community Forum

COCONINO COUNTY — “Grappling with Gridlock,” from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Thursday, March 30, 2017 at the Museum of Northern Arizona’s Branigar-Chase Auditorium. Participation is limited to the first 100 people who register online at https://gridlock.eventbrite.com. Doors open at 5:30…

Coconino County announces job opportunities as of March 2

Click here for the latest Coconino County Job Opportunities. You can also view current job opportunities on the county’s jobs website HERE You may now apply online by clicking on the job title you are interested in and then clicking “Apply”. You may also…