The Sustainable Economic Development Initiative’s (SEDI) Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Carol C. Bousquet, AICP as its new Executive Director. Carol’s education and professional experience have been in city and regional planning for the past 30 years. Carol’s training … [Read more...] about SEDI Appoints New Executive Director
Development
The Outlook for Pine Canyon
There has been little in the news about the prestigious Pine Canyon development on the southern edge of Flagstaff since the developer, Lonetree Investments Inc., declared bankruptcy in September. Yet, security guards still staff the entrance gates and the adjacent realty office is still open for … [Read more...] about The Outlook for Pine Canyon
Pine Canyon Emerging from Bankruptcy
Just nine months after the developers of the Pine Canyon Golf Club and residential development in Flagstaff, Arizona filed Chapter 11 proceedings, the Honorable Redfield T. Baum, United States Bankruptcy Judge for the District of Arizona, entered an Order Confirming their Plan of Reorganization … [Read more...] about Pine Canyon Emerging from Bankruptcy
Learn About Bioscience Manufacturing
June 2, at NACET 11:30-1:00. Tim Becker will present a seminar on Bioscience Manufacturing. The seminar will discuss: GLP (good laboratory practice) during development, setting up and implementing GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices,) Identifying specifications and acceptance criteria for … [Read more...] about Learn About Bioscience Manufacturing
Archaeology Drawing Tourists and Jobs
Northern Arizona is sprinkled with thousands of prehistoric archaeo- logical sites. Not only does the rich prehistoric legacy bring visitors to the area, but businesses involved in construction must be sensitive to surface and buried relics. When land development was in its heyday, archaeology … [Read more...] about Archaeology Drawing Tourists and Jobs
NAU Boosts Local Economy –- Businesses Thrive
Northern Arizona University is a prominent player in the economic vitality of Flagstaff and the state of Arizona. That’s according to a report recently released by NAU’s Arizona Rural Policy Institute. The report, The Economic Contributions of Northern Arizona University to the State of Arizona … [Read more...] about NAU Boosts Local Economy –- Businesses Thrive
Grant Will Benefit Local Economic Development
The Sustainable Economic Development Initiative (SEDI) has received a $15,000 grant from APS. The funding will support engineering and program design for the Northern Arizona Economic Development and Workforce Training Center (NAEDWTC). The NAEDWTC project is a long-term (5 year) effort that, … [Read more...] about Grant Will Benefit Local Economic Development
New BBVA Compass City President Named
BBVA Compass announced that banking veteran Mike Sventek has been named Flagstaff city president. From his Flagstaff home base, Sventek will lead the market’s Commercial Banking team to support continued growth and development in the area, while also acting as the bank’s representative for various … [Read more...] about New BBVA Compass City President Named
Green Drinks–Networking Opportunity
Mar 3. 5:30-7:00p.m. The Sustainable Economic Development Initiative is hosting Green Drinks, a monthly networking event. Come enjoy food, drinks and conversation with sustainability-minded people interested in green business. In March, EnviroSystems Management will be giving away a local gift … [Read more...] about Green Drinks–Networking Opportunity
Hopi Village Breaking Ground for New Prosperity
The concept of planned development has been in place in Sipaulovi for more than 30 years; the ideal location of houses, fields, ceremonial buildings, and public gathering places was laid out to maximize land use on Second Mesa. Planned commercial development, in Sipaulovi, or anywhere in Hopi, is a … [Read more...] about Hopi Village Breaking Ground for New Prosperity