Lowell Observatory announces that Boston University (BU) has signed a long-term agreement to become a partner for the Discovery Channel Telescope (DCT). The agreement in perpetuity grants BU astronomers use of the world-class, four-meter telescope for 40 or more nights each year. “Lowell Observatory has a strong relationship with BU that we expect will get stronger as a result of this agreement,” says Lowell director Dr. Jeff Hall. “We look forward to increased scientific and outreach … [Read more...] about Lowell Observatory’s Discovery Partnership
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Understanding the Residential Landlord and Tenant Act
In January, Arizona posted the nation’s highest foreclosure rate, according to the Phoenix Business Journal. According to some reports, the foreclosure rates were up over 36 percent in the last quarter of 2010. Just when it seemed things were improving, it appears, at least for a lot of people, it isn’t. So, where do all those people live after they lose their homes? They rent. For some of those folks, it is the first time in years they have rented and they have long forgot, or maybe they never … [Read more...] about Understanding the Residential Landlord and Tenant Act
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 today. The developer and its lender were able to reach an agreement for the restructuring of their loans and the plan was submitted on a consensual basis. “The agreement allows us to go forward with … [Read more...] about Pine Canyon Emerging from Bankruptcy
County Cancels Horse Races
Due to the loss of a critical partner in producing the event, an increase in operating costs, and the elimination of state financed support for county racing in the State of Arizona and in Coconino County, the Coconino County Board of Supervisors met in special session on May 27, 2011, and voted to cancel the 2011 Horse Races. The event was scheduled to occur over the July 4th weekend. In the past several years, Coconino County has lost revenue on the event. In 2010, Coconino County … [Read more...] about County Cancels Horse Races
