Lowell Observatory has announced the appointment of Amanda Bosh, Ph.D., as its new executive director, succeeding Jeff Hall, Ph.D., who has led the observatory for 14 years. Bosh is scheduled to assume her new role Nov. 8. Lowell representatives say she brings a wealth of experience in planetary science research, education and operational leadership, positioning Lowell for continued growth and scientific innovation. Bosh’s leadership comes at a pivotal time for the observatory as it prepares … [Read more...] about Lowell Observatory Welcomes New Executive Director Amanda Bosh
Elections
Voters to Decide on Transit, BBB Tax, Budget Expenditure Base
In the November election, Flagstaff voters will decide on three local propositions, two of which would affect the city’s taxes for at least a decade. If approved, Proposition 487, enacted in 1988, would extend the city’s 2% Bed, Board and Beverage Tax for 14 years, allowing collections to continue beyond 2029, to 2043. Voter approval of Proposition 488 would increase the city sales tax earmarked for public transit from 0.295% to 0.5% and extend the tax for a decade, to 2040. The increase … [Read more...] about Voters to Decide on Transit, BBB Tax, Budget Expenditure Base
Prop 482 Allows County to Sustain Current Level of Public Services
This November, Coconino County voters will decide whether to approve Proposition 482, which proposes a permanent base adjustment to the county’s expenditure limit without adding new taxes or increasing property or other existing taxes. If approved, Prop. 482 will allow the county to spend revenues that have already been approved by voters but can’t be spent because of the expenditure limit. The county is asking for a permanent base adjustment to its expenditure limit to sustain the level of … [Read more...] about Prop 482 Allows County to Sustain Current Level of Public Services
Financial Experience That Delivers for Flagstaff Citizens, Part Two
Hello, my name is Stephen (Steve) Puhr. I am a registered Independent and I am running as a write-in candidate for Flagstaff City Council. Today, I will discuss my thoughts on Flagstaff housing, future water supply, Prop. 488 and the minimum wage. On Dec. 1, 2020, the City of Flagstaff declared a housing emergency to create safe, decent and affordable housing. The most critical factor the City of Flagstaff can do today is build the John Wesley Powell extension! This was proposed more than … [Read more...] about Financial Experience That Delivers for Flagstaff Citizens, Part Two
Proposition 482 Allows Coconino County to Spend Revenues Already Approved by Voters
After 44 years, the Coconino County Board of Supervisors has referred a permanent base adjustment to the county’s expenditure limit to the ballot this November. If approved, then the county will be allowed to expend revenues already approved by voters but that can’t be spent due to the expenditure limit. Here’s How it Works In 1980, Arizona voters approved an amendment to the State Constitution that set an annual expenditure limit for counties, cities, towns, community college districts and … [Read more...] about Proposition 482 Allows Coconino County to Spend Revenues Already Approved by Voters
Promoting Problem-Solving, Looking to the Arizona Voters’ Agenda
Before the latest survey from the Center for the Future of Arizona was released, I believed that we agree on important issues more often than not. I base this primarily on conversations I’ve had with people who hold myriad political opinions about candidates and so-called partisan issues, but with whom I’ve found agreement on many of the problems we humans face. The center recently released their Arizona Voters’ Agenda (AVA) based on a statistically relevant survey of Arizona voters – results of … [Read more...] about Promoting Problem-Solving, Looking to the Arizona Voters’ Agenda
Financial Experience That Delivers for Flagstaff Citizens
Hello, my name is Stephen (Steve) Puhr. I am a registered Independent and am running as a write-in candidate for Flagstaff City Council. The recent decision approved by Council demonstrates a need for someone with my experience and ability. On April 19, 2024, the Draft report on the Water Rate Study was released. Since this report was issued after the deadline for nominating petitions to run for Council and I was disappointed how the rate case was handled, I decided to run as a write-in. I … [Read more...] about Financial Experience That Delivers for Flagstaff Citizens
Flagstaff Snow Removal Impacted by Crew Shortages
While this year has not been anything like last year’s “Snowmageddon,” in early February, two feet of snow fell on Flagstaff in one day, and that was on top of around a foot-and-a-half of fresh powder that had fallen the day before. With an average annual snowfall in the Flagstaff area of 108.8 inches and a great deal of unpredictability from year to year, it’s often a tall order for those responsible for snow removal to keep up. The Streets Section of the City of Flagstaff’s Public Works … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Snow Removal Impacted by Crew Shortages
ATHENA Award Nominations Being Accepted by Flagstaff Chamber
For more than three decades, the Greater Flagstaff Chamber has chosen to invest in the spirit of the ATHENA Leadership Awards as a way of recognizing female leaders that might otherwise go unnoticed for the passion and dedication they bring to the workplace and the community. The ATHENA is an international award with a mission to support, develop and honor female leaders, inspire females to achieve their full potential and create balance in leadership. Each year, the Greater Flagstaff Chamber of … [Read more...] about ATHENA Award Nominations Being Accepted by Flagstaff Chamber
MetroPlan Receives Grant to Improve Street Safety through Art
MetroPlan of Greater Flagstaff, in partnership with the City of Flagstaff, Creative Flagstaff and the Flagstaff Arts and Leadership Academy (FALA), won a $25,000 grant award from Bloomberg Philanthropies for an Asphalt Art project that uses design to improve street safety in the Cheshire neighborhood. The Bloomberg Philanthropies’ Asphalt Art program is geared toward “helping cities use art and community engagement to improve street safety and revitalize public space.” MetroPlan will work … [Read more...] about MetroPlan Receives Grant to Improve Street Safety through Art
