A federal study funded by Coconino County determined Cinder Lake, a dry volcanic cinder bed capable of storing 3,960 acre-feet of water, is adequate to contain floodwater from the 2010 Schultz Fire burn area. Results from the Cinder Lake Study, compiled by hydrologists and scientists with the US … [Read more...] about USGS Says Cinder Lake Adequate for Floodwater
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Diane Lenz Running for County Supervisor
Today Diane Lenz announced her candidacy for Coconino County Supervisor, District 1. Current Supervisor, Carl Taylor is retiring. District 1 includes Flagstaff downtown (north of Rt. 66) and neighborhoods west and northwest of Flagstaff, (e.g., Boulder Point, Equestrian Estates, Cheshire, … [Read more...] about Diane Lenz Running for County Supervisor
State of Emergency Declaration Bring Cash to County
Governor Jan Brewer today signed a Declaration of Emergency in support of Coconino County response, recovery and mitigation efforts to protect property and infrastructure in the Schultz Flood area. The declaration was signed in response to a heavy monsoon rainstorm that dropped more … [Read more...] about State of Emergency Declaration Bring Cash to County
Volunteers Needed at Schultz Fire Burn Area
Volunteers are needed to help fill sandbags for the Schultz Flood area. Beginning today, the United Way of Northern Arizona staff will be at the Silver Saddle gas station on the corner of 89A and Silver Saddle Road to help in the process. Volunteers are needed for the next several … [Read more...] about Volunteers Needed at Schultz Fire Burn Area
Weather Radios Urged for Schultz Flood Residents
As recent rain events have shown, a little rain can go a long way in Timberline and other Coconino County neighborhoods affected last year by the Schultz Flood. That’s why the County is offering a free NOAA weather alert radio to residents in areas prone to flooding. The NOAA weather alert radio … [Read more...] about Weather Radios Urged for Schultz Flood Residents
USGS Bringing Millions to Flagstaff Economy
The Flagstaff Science Campus (FSC) of the United States Geological Survey (USGS) has played an integral part in scientific research as a training hub for moon-bound astronauts since its beginnings in the early 1960s. While the FSC has moved into more diversified fields of study, it remains a … [Read more...] about USGS Bringing Millions to Flagstaff Economy
County Closing Intersections in Schultz Flood Area
Due to heavy flooding in the Schultz Flood area, Coconino County has closed two road intersections in the Timberline neighborhood. While the majority of roads in the Timberline neighborhood remain open and passable, Valley Drive and Crestview Driveintersections at Campbell Avenue will be closed to … [Read more...] about County Closing Intersections in Schultz Flood Area
Schultz Flood Area Workshop
June 18, 10:00 a.m. Financial Options and Property Values Sponsored by District 2 Supervisor Liz Archuleta and District 4 Supervisor Mandy Metzger Disasters create financial hardships for property owners. Many have questions about refinancing, loans and alternatives to foreclosure. … [Read more...] about Schultz Flood Area Workshop
AZ Receives $29.2 Million in Federal Emergency Relief
Ravaged by one of the worst winter storms in state history and the Schultz Fire that claimed 15,000 acres in 2010, Northern Arizona will receive the majority of the $29.2 million Federal Highway Administration Emergency Relief funds that were recently awarded to the state. According to the … [Read more...] about AZ Receives $29.2 Million in Federal Emergency Relief
State Offering Flood Prevention Funding
Properties impacted by flooding downstream of the Schultz Fire burn area, may see the benefits from state financial assistance. Governor Jan Brewer today announced plans to allocate $305,000 to Coconino County to aid in its recovery from flood damage caused by the Schultz Fire of June 2010, as well … [Read more...] about State Offering Flood Prevention Funding