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1 month ago

Commission studies Rodman/Merriam Crater CUP amendment to expand overnight lodging At a Feb. 25 study session, Coconino County planning staff briefed commissioners on a CUP amendment that would increase overnight lodging at a land‑art project from 8 people in 4 units to 66 people in 33 units; commissioners scheduled a staff‑led site visit and asked for emergency‑services details before the March 25 public hearing.

Coconino County is considering a major expansion of overnight lodging at the ambitious Rodman Crater land-art project, increasing capacity from 8 to 66 guests—will this transformation reshape the desert landscape?

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1 month ago

County to return part of Buggy Wheel Ranch Road to U.S. Forest Service ahead of heavy haul traffic Public Works reported the county will relinquish about 1.8 miles of Buggy Wheel Ranch Road to the U.S. Forest Service because heavy mining haul will increase maintenance demands; the county will retain roughly 1.2 miles to maintain paved access for a potential Starlight Prairie subdivision and plans construction work this spring.

Coconino County is set to transfer a significant portion of Buggy Wheel Ranch Road to the U.S. Forest Service to accommodate heavy mining traffic, while keeping essential access for future developments.

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1 month ago

County outlines Fort Tuthill and parks capital plans as PPP revenues shift Parks & Recreation and county managers presented a five‑year capital outlook that shifts funding authority to a public‑private partnership fund, projects Fort Tuthill improvements and warns PPP revenues may decline if attractions relocate; supervisors approved a $640,000 budget amendment to align funding authority.

Coconino County officials unveil ambitious plans for Fort Tuthill Park, but looming revenue shifts could change the game—are we ready for the challenge ahead?

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1 month ago

County staff propose measured adoption of 2024 building and energy codes and IBHS home‑hardening for high‑risk areas Community Development proposed adopting the 2024 ICC code suite, 2023 National Electric Code and a parcel‑targeted IBHS home‑hardening baseline for new construction in high wildfire‑risk areas; staff recommended a short prescriptive package to meet the 2024 energy code while limiting cost increases for owner‑builders and off‑grid homes.

Coconino County is taking bold steps to enhance safety and sustainability by updating building codes to combat wildfire risks and improve energy efficiency in new construction.

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1 month ago

Northern Arizona Healthcare pauses new hospital planning, says Flagstaff Medical Center near capacity Colleen Mehring of Northern Arizona Healthcare told the Coconino County Board the system has paused planning for a new regional hospital because of financial uncertainty and that Flagstaff Medical Center is routinely at or near physical capacity, creating care-space tradeoffs.

Northern Arizona Healthcare has hit the brakes on new hospital plans as financial uncertainties loom, but the urgent need for better care facilities in Flagstaff is more critical than ever.

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1 month ago

Public Fiduciary warns 'big bad' bill and benefit changes are straining county guardianship services Coconino County’s Public Fiduciary reported a caseload of 133 clients and described how recent state and federal policy changes are complicating Medicaid and SNAP redeterminations, increasing staff work, and threatening housing stability for wards; supervisors asked for talking points and leave-behind materials for federal and state advocacy.

Coconino County's Public Fiduciary reveals that recent policy changes are endangering the stability of essential services for vulnerable clients, leaving many without crucial support.

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1 month ago

Board approves $300,000 feasibility study for Muns Park and $2.4 million BUILD-match for Tusayan flood projects The Flood Control District Board approved $300,000 for a Muns Park feasibility engineering study and authorized $2.4 million as a local match in a BUILD grant application with the town of Tusayan for long-term mitigation affecting Grand Canyon access and SR‑64.

Coconino County is taking major steps to protect its communities with a $300,000 feasibility study for Muns Park and a $2.4 million local match for a flood mitigation grant with Tusayan.

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1 month ago

County readies $2.1 billion GAOA ask and talking points for NACo meetings in Washington County staff briefed supervisors on federal advocacy for NACo, including an approximate $2.1 billion Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA) funding request over 7–10 years—roughly $1.6 billion for Grand Canyon recovery—and a proposal to allow GAOA funds to support vegetation management and forest restoration for the Kaibab.

Coconino County is gearing up to request a staggering $2.1 billion in federal funding aimed at revitalizing the Grand Canyon and Kaibab National Forest—are they about to change the landscape of outdoor funding forever?

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1 month ago

County staff brief board on primary date change, wildfire mitigation bill County government affairs director Keith Perkis told supervisors HB 2022 will move Arizona's primary to the third Tuesday in July (July 21, 2025) and said HB 2292 establishing a Wildfire Mitigation and Risk Reduction Authority is scheduled for committee consideration; the county plans to testify.

Coconino County is set for big changes as the primary election moves to July 21, 2025, while a crucial wildfire mitigation bill gears up for committee consideration!

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1 month ago

Coconino County has taken a groundbreaking step by approving a five-year mutual-aid agreement with the Navajo Nation Police, paving the way for enhanced cooperative law enforcement in times of crisis.

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2 months ago

Coconino allocates $500,000 for amphitheater upgrades, prioritizes safety, ADA and production capacity Parks staff recommended using a $500,000 FY26 one‑time allocation to address priority amphitheater repairs and upgrades (hoists, ADA work, concessions and civil work), while deferring a full permanent restroom build and larger roof truss upgrade pending further funding; supervisors endorsed staff's phased approach and asked staff to pursue grants and fundraising.

Coconino County is set to invest $500,000 in amphitheater upgrades that promise to enhance safety, accessibility, and the overall experience for both performers and visitors!

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2 months ago

Coconino supervisors add criminal penalties, ‘Glock‑switch’ ban and sobriety‑center funding to state agenda The Board of Supervisors unanimously authorized three items for the county's state advocacy agenda: enhanced penalties for crimes against vulnerable adults (HB2495), criminalizing possession/manufacture of "auto sears" or Glock switches, and support for state appropriations to build a detox/healing center (bills cited as SB1048 and HB2595); staff said the county would oppose any mandate requiring a local match.

Coconino County is taking a bold stand by enhancing penalties for crimes against vulnerable adults and pushing for a ban on dangerous "Glock switches" while advocating for funding a new sobriety center.

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2 months ago

Coconino flood district seeks board direction; proposes up to $2.4M local match for Tusayan flood mitigation grant Flood district staff presented a long‑term mitigation capital plan and recommended a local match of up to $2.4 million (roughly 10%) to support a Tusayan project (estimated total ~$26M) if a federal BUILD/FLAP grant is awarded; staff warned the district carries prior loan obligations that must be resolved to proceed on a full program scale.

Coconino County's flood control district is taking bold steps to secure $26 million for critical flood-mitigation projects, but they need your support to navigate funding challenges and enhance grant competitiveness!

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2 months ago

Coconino County sets sweeping federal ask to rebuild Grand Canyon after wildfires County staff told supervisors they will press for a multi‑year Great American Outdoors Act allocation (discussed as a 7–10 year request of roughly $2.5 billion if ~25% of annual GAOA funds were targeted) to rebuild the North and South Rims and fund Kaibab forest restoration; supervisors endorsed outreach to congressional delegations and regional partners ahead of NACO Hill visits.

Coconino County is making a historic push for $2.5 billion to restore the Grand Canyon and Kaibab National Forest after devastating wildfires—an unprecedented federal request that could change everything.

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2 months ago

Planning commission approves RV residences and a 20,000 sq. ft. manufacturing warehouse The Coconino County Planning and Zoning Commission approved two conditional-use permits allowing RVs as permanent residences and unanimously approved a design review for a 20,000-square-foot Wicked Welding manufacturing warehouse with conditions for landscaping and lighting.

Coconino County just approved RVs as permanent residences and a massive new manufacturing warehouse—what does this mean for the community?

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2 months ago

Regional plan adopted by supervisors; long-range planner retires and staff warn of scam emails County planning staff reported the Board adopted the Flagstaff Regional Land Use Plan, long-range planner Melissa announced her retirement and planners warned applicants about a wire-transfer scam that has targeted CUP applicants.

Flagstaff's Board of Supervisors just adopted a groundbreaking Land Use Plan while a long-time planner announced her retirement, but beware—scam emails are targeting permit applicants!

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2 months ago

Probation chief and presiding judge outline pretrial service shortfalls, funding risks Chief Adult Probation Officer Kara Singer and Presiding Judge Reed told supervisors that pretrial services remain at a reduced level because of staffing shortages and uncertain fee-based revenue; state-level probation funding shortfalls may reduce local capacity without contingency planning.

Coconino County's probation system is at a crossroads, facing staffing shortages and funding risks that could impact community-based supervision and rehabilitation efforts.

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2 months ago

Planning commission approves three land-use permits, forwards Raptor Ranch zone change to supervisors The Coconino County Planning & Zoning Commission on Jan. 28 approved three conditional use permits—one allowing a permanent RV residence, a permit for a goat dairy and a fuel island CUP—and voted to recommend a zone change for the Raptor Ranch property to the Board of Supervisors.

Coconino County's Planning and Zoning Commission just greenlit exciting new developments, including a goat dairy and a fuel island, reshaping the future of local commerce!

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2 months ago

Planning commission forwards Flagstaff Regional Land Use Plan 2045 to supervisors after map change request The Coconino County Planning and Zoning Commission voted 6–2 to forward the Flagstaff Regional Land Use Plan 2045 as a minor amendment to the county comprehensive plan, adding a requested change to the future-growth map; commissioners and the public raised questions about trails mapping accuracy, metrics for tracking plan goals and which energy sources count as "renewable."

The Coconino County Planning and Zoning Commission just voted to move forward with the Flagstaff Regional Land Use Plan 2045, sparking important discussions on trail accuracy and renewable energy definitions!

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2 months ago

Coconino County adopts Flagstaff Regional Land Use Plan 2045 as minor amendment to Envision 2045 After a multi-year review and public outreach process, the Coconino County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the Flagstaff Regional Land Use Plan 2045 as a minor amendment to the county's comprehensive plan, with four parcel-level map edits and an effective date of June 3, 2026.

Coconino County has taken a significant step towards shaping its future by unanimously adopting the Flagstaff Regional Land Use Plan 2045, ensuring sustainable growth and community collaboration for years to come.

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2 months ago

Coconino County details long-term flood mitigation priorities; Tusayan and Muns Park top-ranked Staff presented conceptual flood-mitigation projects for five high-risk areas (Tusayan, Muns Park, Fort Valley, Sedona, Kachina). A technical team ranked Tucson/Tusayan and Muns Park highest based on mitigation potential, critical infrastructure, and economic impact; next steps include feasibility, geotechnical work, and grant matching.

Coconino County is prioritizing flood mitigation with innovative solutions for its highest-risk areas, but it will require significant federal and state partnerships to turn these plans into reality.

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2 months ago

Board approves appointments, conservation easement and park improvements in consent items In a set of removed consent items the board appointed Dr. Gary Resnick to the Parks & Recreation Commission, approved a Bull Basin Forest conservation easement, awarded a $651,382 contract for a prefabricated restroom at Fort Tuthill County Park and dedicated a trail easement to the City of Flagstaff.

Coconino County is making strides in conservation and recreation with new appointments, park improvements, and a major restroom upgrade for Fort Tuthill County Park!

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2 months ago

Workforce board and county staff revise shared governance agreement and bylaws; agree on membership range and term policy In a joint session the Coconino Workforce Development Board and County supervisors reviewed redlines to the shared governance agreement and bylaws, agreed on a 17–19 member range, recommended two‑year terms with a three‑term limit (some statutory seats exempt), and set next steps to finalize language for recertification.

Coconino County's Workforce Development Board is shaking things up with new governance agreements and membership terms—what changes are on the horizon for local employment initiatives?

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2 months ago

Board approves $1.375 million grant for a Tribal Nation Service Center in Tuba City Supervisors unanimously accepted $1.375 million in congressionally directed funding to design and begin a Tribal Nation Service Center to be sited at Louise Yellowman County Park in Tuba City; staff said public meetings are required and design will start in spring 2026.

A groundbreaking $1.375 million grant has been approved to create a Tribal Nation Service Center in Tuba City, promising to streamline vital services for the community.

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2 months ago

Board adopts local Coconino Wash floodplain study for Tusayan after updated modeling Coconino County’s flood control district adopted a local floodplain study for the Tusayan/Coconino Wash area based on updated J Fuller modeling that shows larger inundation zones and more affected parcels than FEMA maps; board approved directing the floodplain administrator to amend county flood maps.

Coconino County just adopted a groundbreaking floodplain study revealing a much larger flood risk for the Tusayan area, reshaping development plans and urging property owners to rethink insurance coverage.

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2 months ago

Coconino supervisors declare January 2026 Human Trafficking Awareness Month and approve targeted enforcement funding The Coconino County Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted a proclamation designating January 2026 as Human Trafficking Awareness and Prevention Month and approved a state agreement to fund detectives, training and specialized technology for anti‑trafficking work.

Coconino County takes a bold stand against human trafficking by declaring January 2026 as Awareness Month and securing funds for crucial enforcement efforts.

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2 months ago

Supervisors approve law enforcement agreements funding detectives, ICAC participation, K‑9 and BearCat upgrades The board approved three public safety items: an anti‑trafficking agreement with Arizona DPS ($100,360), a small ICAC reimbursement ($4,710) and a DPS local border support agreement ($443,905.28) to fund a K‑9 deputy, operating costs and BearCat upgrades; sheriff noted K‑9 'Dex' seized 70,000 fentanyl pills recently.

Coconino County is stepping up its fight against crime with new funding for anti-trafficking efforts and impressive upgrades to local law enforcement tools, including a K-9 deputy that recently seized 70,000 fentanyl pills!

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3 months ago

New state law creates insurance review task force; county leaders press for funding and actionable mitigations Arizona’s HB 2054 creates an Insurance Review Task Force that will require insurers to report aggregated homeowner policy data annually; Tom Torres of the Department of Forestry and Fire Management told Coconino County supervisors the task force will use wildfirerisk.org modeling to flag areas of heightened home-ignition risk and recommend building-code and mitigation changes.

A new Arizona law is set to transform the way homeowners understand wildfire risks and insurance, establishing a task force that will reveal critical data on premiums and mitigation strategies.

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3 months ago

Very interested in the discussion and decision-making to come in the next year around this proposed data center - in a notoriously low-water environment. There's another proposed data center in #CoconinoCounty (near Leupp), I believe - hoping our county government and news sources keep us apprised!

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3 months ago

Coconino board celebrates Flagstaff's dark-sky award, proclaims 2026 a year of peace and celebration The Board of Supervisors recognized Flagstaff Dark Skies Coalition for Flagstaff's Dark Sky Place of the Year award and unanimously adopted a proclamation designating 2026 a year of peace, hope and celebration for Coconino County.

Flagstaff is shining bright as the world's first international dark sky city, receiving a prestigious award that celebrates its commitment to protecting our night skies!

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