As summer heats up in Coconino County, our residents and visitors alike are reminded that living and recreating amongst such unspoiled wilderness comes with risk and responsibility. Recent wildfires throughout the state illustrate the extreme risk of irresponsible fire behavior and the responsibility we all have to ensure our community stays safe from the natural and not-so-natural disasters. As part of this responsibility, Coconino County and the Coconino National Forest enacted Stage 2 fire … [Read more...] about Understanding Emergency Management During Fire Season
Management
What to Expect from Flagstaff Parking Management
If you live in an area where the street spaces are constantly filled by people not living in your neighborhood, working together with your neighbors, you will be able to get a parking permit and be able to use spaces reserved for residents. If you are visiting Flagstaff, or shopping in the downtown, you should have an easier time finding a parking space. If you own or work in a downtown business, you will be able to get a parking permit and be able to use reserved spaces. It’s going to be a … [Read more...] about What to Expect from Flagstaff Parking Management
Management Styles Making Workplace Great
Effective personnel management is key to employee satisfaction and productivity. Some Flagstaff businesses use unique management philosophies to transform a good workplace into a great place. Three Flagstaff businesses that embrace such management styles are PuroClean, True North Dentistry and W. L. Gore & Associates. W. L. Gore & Associates appears on every list of Fortune Magazine’s "100 Best Companies to Work For" since the rankings debuted 30 years ago. But what makes Gore and … [Read more...] about Management Styles Making Workplace Great
Employing Unique Management Styles
Effective personnel management is key to employee satisfaction and productivity. Some Flagstaff businesses use unique management philosophies to transform a good workplace into a great place. Three Flagstaff businesses that embrace such management styles are PuroClean, True North Dentistry and W. L. Gore & Associates. W. L. Gore & Associates appears on every list of Fortune Magazine’s "100 Best Companies to Work For" since the rankings debuted 30 years ago. But what makes Gore and … [Read more...] about Employing Unique Management Styles
Students Linking NAU and Tourism Economy
Since high school, Allison Wiltfong has known she wants to work in the hotel industry. She is now about to graduate from Northern Arizona University (NAU) with a degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management (HRM) and live her dream. After working in restaurants during high school to make extra money, Wiltfong was instantly drawn to the industry. She came to NAU specifically for its HRM program because it is looked upon so highly. “I just chose the school for the HRM program,” Wiltfong said. … [Read more...] about Students Linking NAU and Tourism Economy
Travel Restrictions on Coconino Forest Beginning Soon
On May 1, the Coconino National Forest will implement the Travel Management Rule, which is mandated across all national forests and prohibits motor vehicle use off designated routes and roads. The purpose of the Rule is to provide for appropriate motorized access and motorized recreation opportunities while protecting important forest resources and non-motorized recreation opportunities. “This will be a big change requiring users to only drive on those routes and areas shown on the Motor … [Read more...] about Travel Restrictions on Coconino Forest Beginning Soon
Utilizing Health Management Concepts
Aug. 8 System Health Management; it's not about managed health care; rather it encompasses the features of a system that ensure its ability to function as intended. All types of systems can benefit by incorporating health management concepts. In this lunch seminar you'll get a taste of the what, why, and how of System Health Management. The intended audience includes managers, engineers, marketing, and anyone interested in learning more. The applicable markets include: Aircraft, Alternative … [Read more...] about Utilizing Health Management Concepts
Fire Fighting Crews Face Extreme Heat Warning
Communities throughout the southwest are continuing to assist with Arizona's All Hazard Incident Management Team. Even before 9:00 this morning, firefighters arriving in Phoenix from Colorado felt the heat. “I’m in shock and this is probably the hottest I’ve been,” said Jason Kline of the Red, White, and Blue Fire Protection District from the Town of Breckenridge, Co. Kline and the 192 interagency, multi state fire personnel received this morning a special safety message on heat diseases as … [Read more...] about Fire Fighting Crews Face Extreme Heat Warning
Arizona Fires Remain Nation’s Top Priority
In the past 24 hours, Arizona saw nine new wildfire starts. Two of the southwest region’s largest fires are burning here, having consumed 755,385 acres, and making the state a top priority for fire suppression. To keep new fire starts from spreading, Arizona’s State Forestry mobilized its Arizona All Hazard Incident Management Team to strategically place crews around the state for Initial Attacks. “With thousands of firefighters working on those big fires in Arizona, the state has … [Read more...] about Arizona Fires Remain Nation’s Top Priority
Time Management Best Practices
Apr. 28 This lunchtime seminar is brought to you by NACET and the BelleWether Group's Trish Rensink and Jamey Hasapis. Learn steps beyond calendars and lists while focusing on bringing balance into your life. Get direction and focus,to achieve your goals. Seminar is free and open to the public. Space is limited so please register early. Lunch will be provided. 11:30-1:00 at NACET 2225 N. Gemini Dr. 928-213-9234 … [Read more...] about Time Management Best Practices
