Mayor Jerry Nabours has recently been appointed to the State of Arizona’s Municipal Tax Code Commission. This nine member commission is in charge of reviewing and commenting on language submitted by any city, town, or taxpayer for the purpose of changing taxable activities, procedures or regulations relating to the Model City Tax Code. Mayor Nabours was appointed by speaker of the house, Andy Tobin, and is proud to represent Flagstaff and other local areas in this vital commission. … [Read more...] about Flagstaff Mayor Appointed to State Commission
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Market Changing Rapidly
Phoenix home prices are coming up. In the past 12 months, prices have risen 20 percent. We know that this typically means that Flagstaff prices will follow. Flagstaff has always been a stronger market but is tied to the rest of the state and country. This trend is projected to continue throughout the year, although at a slower pace. Arizona’s market seems to be much stronger than most of the United States. The rest of the country is slowly starting to recover. For buyers in the Flagstaff … [Read more...] about Market Changing Rapidly
Lawmakers Poised to Pass AZ Budget
The Arizona Legislature has approved a budget for the upcoming year which slightly boosts spending and replenishes the state's rainy day fund. There is nearly $90 million in new education spending for K-12. The $21 million for the university system includes $15 million for Northern Arizona University and ASU to bring per pupil funding to U of A levels. The budget plan's increased education provides $40 million for early childhood education and literacy and $15 million for school … [Read more...] about Lawmakers Poised to Pass AZ Budget
Strengthening Education for Economic Development in Flagstaff
Arizona is currently working on improving its education system in order to attract more businesses to the state and retain existing ones. Making the state more business friendly is a collaborative effort between the government, school districts, and families. Craig Barrett, former CEO of Intel Corp., is the head of Arizona’s education reform plan and chairman of BASIS Schools Inc. He said that American children are not being educated to compete and work in society’s competitive market. … [Read more...] about Strengthening Education for Economic Development in Flagstaff
What Day is it?
We are enjoying the nice weather and here comes two feet of snow. It took some of us a few days to shovel ourselves out, which made us feeling like we should be singing Christmas carols. Within a few days, the snow is just about gone and spring is once again in the air. Back in the office, phones start to ring with the question, “How do I file for an extension?” What – an extension? I was just singing Christmas carols the other day; how could this be? Yes it is true, we only have a few weeks … [Read more...] about What Day is it?
2012 Centennial Celebration
Feb. 8 The event will be held from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at NAU's High Country Conference Center. Arizona will celebrate its 100th year of statehood on February 14, 2012. Arizona is the 48th state and the last of the contiguous states to enter the Union in 1912. The Arizona Centennial Commission is commemorating the 100th anniversary by collaborating with the Arizona Historical Advisory Commission as well as communities, municipalities and institutions throughout the state. Northern Arizona … [Read more...] about 2012 Centennial Celebration
Improving Quality of Life for Region’s Youth
It’s common knowledge that Flagstaff is an incredible place to raise children, but now, it is official. “Recently, we applied for a ‘100 Best Communities for Youth’ award and were honored that Flagstaff was chosen as one of the 100 recipients,” said Ruth Ellen Suding. “This award, bestowed in October, was offered by the ING Foundation and is a national award which increases awareness for our entire community.” One of the reasons the community is so kid-friendly is because of the Coconino … [Read more...] about Improving Quality of Life for Region’s Youth
Flagstaff Business News recently had the opportunity to talk with Dr. Rich Petke, NMD. He is the principal physician at All Ways Health, PLLC, a naturopathic family medical practice. Dr. Petke's practice is a holistic look at individuals compared to just treating a specific symptom. The current political and economic climate present challenges for today's health care practitioners, as Dr. Petke describes below. 1) What is your philosophy for providing service for Northern Arizonans? Be … [Read more...] about
Mandy Metzger Named as VP of Supervisor’s Association
Coconino County Supervisor Mandy Metzger has been elected by her colleagues as Third Vice President of the County Supervisors Association, a non-partisan research and advocacy organization representing Arizona’s 55 county supervisors. “This is a tremendous honor,” said Metzger, who represents Coconino County’s District 4. “I am grateful for the opportunity to represent my fellow supervisors in this important organization and look forward to working on behalf of counties throughout the state … [Read more...] about Mandy Metzger Named as VP of Supervisor’s Association
Get to Know Your New Deputy City Manager, Jerene Watson
This month, Mayor Sara Presler has a few questions for Deputy City Manager Jerene Watson, who started working for Flagstaff last month. Mayor: Welcome to Flagstaff! Tell us a little bit about you. Watson: I’ve spent nearly four decades in the workforce – seven years in the private sector and one in the nonprofit environment, six years in Europe and U.S. higher education institutions and 24 years in public service. I’ve worked for Coca Cola USA, the United States Senate, and three state … [Read more...] about Get to Know Your New Deputy City Manager, Jerene Watson
