Flagstaff cityscape 2016 summer

SUMMER 2016

CITYSCAPE A COMPLETE GUIDE TO CITY OF FLAGSTAFF PROGRAMS, EVENTS & INFORMATION

INSIDE:

Recreation & Libraries Summer Programs and Events WATER CONSERVATION

BE PREPARED FOR WILDFIRE SEASON

FLAGSTAFF REGION’S TRANSPORTATION FUTURE

Flagstaff City Council Mayor: Jerry Nabours Vice-Mayor: Celia Barotz Councilmembers: Karla Brewster Coral Evans Jeff Oravits Scott Overton Eva Putzova City Manager: Josh Copley Deputy City Managers: Barbara Goodrich Shane Dille

Mayor Jerry Nabours

Councilmember Jeff Oravits

Vice-Mayor Celia Barotz

Councilmember Scott Overton

Councilmember Karla Brewster

Councilmember Eva Putzova

Councilmember Coral Evans

You may also contact the Executive Assistant to the Mayor & City Council, Meg Roederer at mroederer@flagstaffaz.gov

Elected to a two-year term in 2012 and reelected in 2014 jnabours@flagstaffaz.gov (928) 213-2015

Elected to a four-year City Council term in 2010 and reelected in 2014 cbarotz@flagstaffaz.gov (928) 213-2015

Elected to a four-year City Council term in 2008 and reelected in 2012 kbrewster@flagstaffaz.gov (928) 213-2015

Elected to a four-year City Council term in 2008 and reelected in 2012 cevans@flagstaffaz.gov (928) 213-2015

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Elected to a four-year City Council term in 2012 joravits@flagstaffaz.gov (928) 213-2015

Elected to a four-year City Council term in 2006 and reelected in 2010 and 2014 soverton@flagstaffaz.gov (928) 213-2015

Elected to a four-year City Council term in 2014 eputzova@flagstaffaz.gov (928) 213-2015

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Congratulations!

Welcome Aboard…

Deputy City Manager Shane Dille Shane joined us in February from the City of Nogales where he served as City Manager for nearly 6 years. Previously, he served in positions as Town Manager for the cities of Wickenburg and Gila Bend, Arizona. Additionally, he has been an Assistant Town Manager in the cities of Queen Creek, and Buckeye, Arizona.

Dille is a Certified Senior Executive in State and Local Government through the Harvard Kennedy School and is an International City/County Manager’s Association (ICMA) Credentialed Manager. He has a Master of Public Administration degree from Brigham Young University and has been certified in Public Policy & Management through the University of Arizona.

Interim City Attorney Sterling Solomon Sterling was appointed to the Interim City Attorney position on April 5th. He had been serving as our Deputy City Attorney since 2013. Previously Sterling ran his own law practice for 7 years in Snowflake and was under contract as the City Attorney for the City of Holbrook and the Town of Taylor.

Solomon received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication with a Minor in Spanish from Arizona State University. He earned his Juris Doctorate from the Gonzaga University School of Law in Spokane, Washington.

Public Work Director Andy Bertelsen Andy started working for the City at the end of March.

He served as the Coconino County Public Works Director for the past 8 years He was also Interim Assistant County Manager and Planning and Budget Manager. He also served as the Assistant to the City Manager for the City of Sedona.

Bertelsen received his Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration & Political Science from Augustana College and his Master’s degree in Urban & Regional Planning from the University of Iowa. Additionally, Andy is a graduate of the Harvard Senior Executives in State and Local Government Program and earned a Graduate Certificate in Public Management from Northern Arizona University.

Outta State…but not outta mind Michelle D’Andrea

Michelle and her husband decided to relocate to Texas to be closer to family. She served as our City Attorney for 2 exemplary years.

Thanks Michelle for your dedication to our community and to Team Flagstaff.

GFOA Budget Award

The City of Flagstaff has been awarded the Governmental Finance Officer’s Association’s (GFOA) Distinguished Budget Presentation Award with a Special Performance Measures Recognition for our FY2016 annual budget. This is our consecutive year receiving the award which demonstrates our commitment to meet the highest principles of governmental budgeting.

Street Improvements in Your Community: Chip Seal Program: Crews will begin the annual chip seal program in late June and work will take place throughout the east side of Flagstaff. Chip seal provides surface treatment to pavement which preserves the asphalt, improves the road condition and extends the life of the street. For a list of streets and a weekly chip seal schedule go to: www.flagstaff.az.gov/roadsafety in early June.

Road Repair and Street Safety Program (Proposition 406) Projects: Street Overlay Projects We started work in mid-March replacing concrete in preparation for overlay work in and around the Foxglenn neighborhood. This will be completed in late June.

Overlay work is just like it sounds; a brand new surface or “overlay” for roads that have deteriorated to the point that they require more than chip seal maintenance.

Road Reconstruction (rebuild) and Utility Projects These projects may include the replacement of the existing pavement, replacement of old water and sewer line, improvements to adjacent curb and gutter, sidewalk, and driveways.

We are currently working on design or seeking design services on the following streets/areas: • North Beaver Street from Columbus to Cherry and Dale Avenue from Humphreys to Agassiz – Construction anticipated to start mid-Summer 2017 • North Aztec Street from Frances Short Pond to West Cherry Avenue – Construction anticipated to start early Summer 2017 • Zuni Drive – Construction anticipated to start in late Fall 2016 • Lockett Road – Construction anticipated to start late Fall 2016 • Pulliam Drive – Construction anticipated to start in June 2016 Flagstaff voters approved the Road Repair and Street Maintenance Program in 2014 (Proposition 406) which created a dedicated sales tax increase for 20 years to fund over $100 million in road repairs and street safety improvements. Most of the significant road repairs and street safety improvements, including water & sewer line repairs, will take place within the next 6 years. Every paved street maintained by the City will be improved during the term of the tax.

To see a proposed schedule of projects/streets go to: www.flagstaff.az.gov/roadsafety

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SUMMER DAY CAMP FLAGSTAFF ATHLETIC CLUB

May 27 – August 10, 2016 Ages 4-12

MAY 27

Friday Fun Day Let’s get the summer started!

WEEK #1 MAY 31-JUNE 3 Aloha Summer!

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WEEK #2 JUNE 6-10

Strange Science Week Adventure: Lowell Observatory

Creative & fun activities include:

WEEK #3 JUNE 13-17

Outdoor/Environmental Week Adventure: Bearizona

• Hiking on nearby trail systems

WEEK #4 JUNE 20-24

• Swimming daily at no additional cost

Community Service Week Visitors at FAC

• Arts and crafts

WEEK #5 JUNE 27-JULY 1

• Batting cages

Wet and Wild Week Adventure: Lake Mary

• Play sand volleyball or just play in the sand

WEEK #6 JULY 5-8

• Games and sports in our extensive facilities including racquetball courts, the gym, group fitness rooms, and more!

Adventure Week Adventure: Snowbowl

WEEK #7 JULY 11-15

America Week Adventure: Jay Lively Ice Rink

Camp days begin at 9am and end at 4pm. Camp staff are available from 7:30am to 5:30pm daily at no additional cost.

WEEK #8 JULY 18-22

Cultural Week Adventure: Walnut Canyon

WEEK #9 JULY 25-29

Time Travelers Week Adventure: Starlite Lanes

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Olympic Week Adventure: Flagstaff Extreme

WEEK #11 AUG 8-10 Best of Camp

Summer Camp Options & Prices

Days

Member

Non-Member

Mon-Fri Full Day Mon-Fri Half Day

$145/$135 Per Week $100/$90 Per Week

$170/$160 Per Week $125/$120 Per Week

Mon, Wed, Fri Full Day Tues & Thurs Full Day Flexible Daily Option You choose the days that work for you Non Refundable Activity Fee*

$110/$100 Per Week $90/$85 Per Week $55/day, $90/two days, $110/three days, $130/four days $30/Child, $50/Family

$135/$125 Per Week $115/$110 Per Week $65/day, $105/two days, $130/three days, $155/four days $40/Child, $60/Family

1st Child/2nd

1st Child/2nd

Adventure Fee** (Optional)

$20/Child/Adventure

$25/Child/Adventure

Group Swim Lessons (Optional)

$20 M/W or T/TH

$35 M/W or T/TH

*Non-refundable Activity Fee is due upon registration. **Camp Payment, Adventure and Group Swim Lesson fees are due on the first day of camp week.

Your membership includes: 2 Clubs, 3 Pools, 4 Steamrooms, 6 Jacuzzis, 2 Kids Clubs, 9 Courts, Plus Much More!

Best of Flagstaff

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• Weight Rooms • Cardio Rooms • Functional Training Areas • Over 115 group fitness

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FAC has raised over $270,000.00 for Cancer Research! Come climb with us to raise more! *Expires 6/30/16

FAC WEST 1200 W Rt. 66 � 928-779-4593 FAC EAST/SPORTSTOP 1500 N Country Club Rd. � 928-779-5141 flagstaffathleticclub.com � facebook.com/FlagstaffAthleticClub 4

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Vitality

Taking ideas and growing them from the ground up NACET (Northern Arizona Center for Entrepreneurship Technology) provides services and support to the Northern Arizona business community, and specifically to Flagstaff, through its business incubator and accelerator programs.

You might be wondering what an incubator or accelerator can do for you and your business? Well, NACET’s passion is to help businesses grow stronger, faster.

Successful startups are always searching for viable, repeatable, sustainable and scalable business models. NACET’s services and the space available at the incubator and brand new accelerator help do that.

The Business Accelerator is a brand new building that includes 28,000 square feet of space featuring wet and dry labs, office space and light manufacturing space. As a tenant at this facility you and your employees will have full access to state of the art conference room and technology. Incubators and accelerators not only provide access to expert advice and mentoring but also provide an inspiring environment that encourages collaboration and strategic alliances.

The entrepreneurial journey starts in the incubator where ideas are born and nurtured until they become a viable business, at which time, the business will transition to the accelerator to scale and grow.

According to the Kauffman Index, there are approximately 500,000 Americans per month becoming entrepreneurs, which can make it hard to be taken seriously as a startup. As a member of an incubator or accelerator, a startup team has instant access to the support and credibility they need thanks to our extensive mentoring network, advice, and resources. At NACET, we pride ourselves on fostering a thriving and engaged cohort of entrepreneurs and businesses in all phases of development that work together to promote and encourage each other’s success.

What does this mean to you? NACET is now accepting applications for new and innovative businesses who want to benefit from the extensive support and resources available through our incubation and acceleration programs.

Have an idea? Or need help with your business? Let’s talk. Call us at 928.213.9234 or visit nacet.org to see for yourself how powerful partnering with us can be.

If you like hugging trees, you might want to hug a visitor Did you know that Flagstaff welcomes nearly 5 million visitors annually? And, those 5 million visitors have an economic impact of nearly $600,000,000 on our local economy.

Every time you and your family play in a city park, walk past a colorful mural in downtown or enjoy a new local restaurant; you are benefiting from dollars spent by visitors to our community. In fact 2.3 million tax dollars collected annually directly from tourism is spent keeping our outdoor spaces and recreation opportunities pristine and beautiful – hence, if you like hugging trees, you might want to hug a visitor.

Now, if you are not into hugs or you don’t have the explicit consent from the visitor to hug them, you can use this metaphor to welcome our visitors, offer a friendly hello or stop to give them a locals perspective on all the great things that there are to do in Flagstaff. Keep in mind that, in many cases, they have traveled long and far to arrive in our beautiful, quirky and fun little city – California, Texas, Germany or even as far as Australia.

We challenge you to think about all the benefits that come from having 5 million visitors annually. The travel and tourism industry enriches the lives of Flagstaff residents by generating funds used for municipal services and public programing which enhance quality of life. In fiscal year 2015 the city of Flagstaff collected nearly 7 million dollars in Bed, Board and Booze (BBB) tax revenues of which a majority are used for parks and recreation, beautification, arts and sciences and economic development.

Each year the first week of May is set aside as National Travel and Tourism Week to celebrate the benefits this industry brings to our city, state and country.

This year in Flagstaff we want to thank and even “hug” our Flagstaff visitors.

So the next time you encounter someone visiting our city, go out of your way to give them a friendly hello, offer local travel tips and thank them for choosing to come to Flagstaff. www.flagstaff.az.gov • SUMMER 2016

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Use Flagstaff365.com to promote your event

Any organization or group hosting an event in Flagstaff is encouraged to submit event details to the city’s comprehensive community calendar of events, flagstaff365.com. The website brings together information on art exhibits, festivals, concerts, stage performances, sporting/outdoor events, nightlife and many other special events into a single convenient online calendar.

Submitting your event takes just four easy steps. Simply go to flagstaff365.com and scroll down to the blue navigation bar to find the “Submit a Listing” section. Choose “An Event” or “An Organization” and fill out the appropriate form. Preview your submission and make any edits, then submit.

Enter events as far in advance as possible to give users more time to become aware of your event and make plans to attend. For more information on flagstaff365.com please call Flagstaff Cultural Partners at 928-779-2300.

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Free

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AIR CAFÉ Open Daily

By flying your local airport you receive: Service through American Airlines Fly on Jet Aircraft – Fast and Reliable Free Parking Air Café – Open Daily Free Wifi Contribute to our Local Economy And more…

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Planning Flagstaff Matters!

Several projects are underway to implement the Flagstaff Regional Plan 2030. In March, City staff proposed updates to Chapter 3 of the Plan, which describes planning procedures and the relationship between the Plan and other policies. The proposal would change the criteria for projects that require a major plan amendment. The Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council will review the proposal and hold hearings in May and June.

For project information, visit www.flagstaff.az.gov/planamendments.

The Regional Plan Annual Report will be presented to the City Council in June. This is the second report since the plan was adopted. It will provide information about progress in implementing the Regional Plan across all City departments and programs. The report will be posted to www.flagstaffmatters.com in early June.

High Occupancy Housing Plan The City is launching the High Occupancy Housing Plan effort to address the compatibility of mixed use housing projects that provide housing at greater than 30 units per acre. There have been several development cases concerning projects at this scale in recent years, including the Hub and the Standard. The Student Housing Action Plan called for this plan to address the Regional Plan, the Zoning Code and to look comprehensively at related City policies and programs. Opportunities for the public to collaborate on the plan will happen throughout the summer and fall of this year. To receive meeting announcements and project updates, please contact Sara Dechter, Comprehensive Planning Manager at sdechter@flagstaffaz.gov or (928)213-2631.

City of Flagstaff Home Repair Program With the warm days of summer approaching it’s easy to forget about that old cranky and inefficient heater that was working hard trying to keep you comfortable this past winter. Or perhaps the poor condition of your roof has you wondering if you can make it through another Monsoon season without leaks. Are you in need of aging in place modifications or have other health and safety concerns for your house? Don’t wait, apply now to the city of Flagstaff Owner Occupied Housing Rehabilitation program (OOHR).

The City of Flagstaff OOHR Program is funded by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development and the Arizona Department of Housing, providing assistance to eligible homeowners with repairs to their homes Assistance is provided through a grant and zero interest deferred loans. Typical repairs include roofing, plumbing, heating and electrical systems. Additional considerations are given for disability access and features, aging in place modifications, as well as energy efficiency items that may result in lower utility costs to the homeowner.

OOHR services are also available to Coconino County residents through The city of Flagstaff in partnership with Coconino County.

For additional information on how you may qualify or how the program works, contact Housing Rehabilitation Specialist Rick Emry at 213-2747 or remry@flagstaffaz.gov

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Blueprint 2040 The Flagstaff Region's Transportation Future

Blueprint 2040: Regional Transportation Plan, is a process where the Flagstaff region defines its transportation future, together. Building on the citizen-driven goals and policies of the Flagstaff Regional Plan 2030: Place Matters it embodies the community’s dream of what the region’s transportation system could and should be for future generations.

Three concepts from Plan 2030 are critical to our future transportation:

1. Context for the preservation and enhancement of the community’s character and natural environment.

2. Provides for appropriate growth and development.

3. Distinguishes our local places by their urban, suburban or rural character and the activity centers that anchor them.

Blueprint 2040, a federally required update to the regional transportation plan that bridges the gap between the aspirational transportation policies of Plan 2030 and identifies an integrated multimodal transportation system:

√ Roads √ Transit √ Bicycle facilities

√ Pedestrian facilities √ Freight system √ Interstates

The process will choose from the universe of potential projects that could meet the build out development projection in an “unconstrained” financing scenario (total cost of all needed projects). The projects will then be evaluated based on revenue forecasts, projected costs, and effectiveness in order to determine the priority projects for the next 20 years.

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Hearing from You About Transportation Like house plans that contain framing, plumbing, and electrical plans, Blueprint 2040 will lay out how the unique transportation modes work together to create the structural framework of our transportation system.

Everyone in the region on a daily basis uses, relies on, or is impacted by the transportation system. Transportation is important and you should have an opportunity to influence its final design. We want to be sure the transportation system being designed to meet your needs.

We are working hard to hear from you and you are responding. We received 460 and 372 responses to our two on line surveys, respectively. Thanks! Here is a sampling of what we’ve heard so far…

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Things to Think About

√ Virtually everyone begins and ends each trip as a pedestrian, so making the region walkable is important.

√ Safety, real and perceived, influences our choice of how to travel.

Personal and societal costs due to transportation-related fatalities and injuries are real and significant. Crashes, even fender-benders, contribute significantly to congestion.

√ Whether trekking or trucking, transportation can define how we interact with our environment – our ability to see it, access it, use it, and protect it.

√ Transit plays multiple and emerging roles – providing basic mobility for transit-dependent individuals or an alternate choice for daily commuters. Public transit in the Flagstaff region is an integral element of the transportation system and will play an increasing role in general mobility, congestion management, and economic development.

√ Automobiles will continue to be the dominant form of regional transportation, especially for longer trips. Roads and streets will be more effectively designed for emerging technology, improved reliability and

accommodation for pedestrians, bicycles, and transit mobility enhancements.

Our Regional Planning Context

Today the Flagstaff region is home to about 90,000 year-round residents, with roughly 69,000, or 77%, within the Flagstaff city limits and is growing at about 1.5% per year. This number includes more than 20,000 NAU students, many of whom live year round in the community. This makes Flagstaff’s median age lower than the state of Arizona as a whole. Flagstaff also has a substantial seasonal population, with U.S. Census data and City of Flagstaff housing studies indicating that second homes comprise 10-18% of the city’s total housing stock.

In addition, there are over six million visitors to the area annually travelling here or to nearby attractions like the Grand Canyon. The region has become a destination of choice for people seeking an active, outdoor lifestyle. Blueprint 2040 will work to meet growth and lifestyle needs.

The city’s density (i.e., people per square mile) will slowly increase over the next 40 years, which will provide opportunities for more efficient services and a more walkable and transit-friendly community. Plan 2030 identifies a growth pattern and policies that focus growing “in” versus growing “out” allowing the protection of surrounding open spaces and the ecological, economic, and recreational opportunities that entails, and options for rural living. Blueprint 2040 is working to determine to meet the different transportation needs from urban to rural areas.

Our Transportation System

Future land use patterns and transportation systems are closely linked.

The regional transportation system’s primary goals are to:

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Improve the mobility of people and goods.

Provide choices to enhance the quality of life.

Provide infrastructure to support economic development.

Protect the natural environment and sustain public support for transportation planning efforts.

Automobiles are still the dominant form of transportation throughout the region traveling on an extensive road and street network. The region is nationallyrecognized for our walking, bicycling, and transit systems. In fact, the Flagstaff region has a higher percentage of workers than the national average using these other modes of travel to get to work on a daily basis. Travel choices and investments depend on land use and community character. Where there is a more compact form where housing, jobs, and services are located in close proximity alternative travel choices are greater (i.e. bicycling, walking, using transit).

Flagstaff Regional Plan 2030 addresses mobility and access by prioritizing travel modes contextually within urban, suburban, and rural areas. Just as these development patterns are very different, the transportation system should reinforce the character, support the development intent, and have an appropriate level of service.

Potential Transportation Projects

The Regional Transportation Plan Steering Committee has been focusing a lot on these key projects or phases of them:

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Milton Road: BNSF Bridge, Complete Streets, Widening for general purpose lanes or transit Lone Tree Corridor: Railroad overpass, widening, I-40 Exit, Complete Streets Bus Rapid Transit (cross-town spine route): Providing signal priority and facilities that favor busses US 180: Complete Streets, Resolutions to winter congestion, maybe a bypass Bus Rapid Transit: Cross town spine route Fourth Street: Sidewalks north of 66 and widening the I-40 bridges W. Route 66: Complete Streets

“Complete Streets” is a commitment to future investments accommodating pedestrian, bicycle, transit and automobile modes.

Funding Gap and Revenue Projections

Many of these projects are very expensive. Early projections suggest we may have $260 million to spend on regional projects between 2020 and 2040. More than $1 Billion in project needs have been identified.

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Who Leads Blueprint 2040?

The Flagstaff Metropolitan Planning Organization (FMPO) is the regional transportation planning organization responsible for developing Blueprint 2040. FMPO, established in 1996, works with its member organizations – the city, county, ADOT and NAIPTA – to identify opportunities and resolve issues around regional transportation investments. FMPO played a role in many of the major transportation improvements over the last 20 years including Transportation Decision 2000, the successful tax initiative that built the Fourth Street Railroad Overpass, kick-started our transit system (Mountain Line), and helped the Flagstaff urban trail system (FUTS) exceed “50-miles of FUTS.” Blueprint 2040 is guided by a Steering Committee – members include leaders from the City of Flagstaff, NAIPTA, EcoNA, the Flagstaff Chamber, Coconino County, ADOT, Friends of Flagstaff’s Future, the La Plaza Vieja neighborhood, Flagstaff Unified School District and NAU - that provides policy direction and assists with strategy development.

Draft Plan Release June 2016: Speak up Now! Throughout this process, our team will consult with you and solicit your feedback in a variety of ways.

√ Visit the website

www.MoveMeFLG to learn more and join the mailing list.

√ Request information or face-to-face meetings at

dwessel@flagstaffaz.gov

√ Complete an online feedback instrument.

Visit www.flagstaff.az.gov/fcf to look for active surveys

√ Attend an upcoming public meeting or presentation at a local board or commission meeting. May is the month!

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Fire Season

Flagstaff Watershed Protection Project (FWPP) Update The Flagstaff Watershed Protection Project was approved by Flagstaff voters in November 2012. The $10 million bond supports a partnership effort between the state, city, and Coconino National Forest to help reduce the risk of devastating wildfire and post-fire flooding in the Rio de Flag and Lake Mary watersheds.

Over the past year, the project has moved from planning to implementation, with thinning (tree cutting) operations underway near the Weatherford Trail north of Schultz Pass Road. Tree removal, also known as harvesting, operations will shift to the lower part of the Dry Lake Hills project area this June, if weather permits. This phase will include treatments on the lower slopes of the Dry Lake Hills north of Flagstaff. Ground-based harvesting methods, such as mechanical and hand thinning, will be used. Prep work in these areas, such as marking “leave” trees with orange paint, occurred this past fall and winter.

For more info on current project activities, area maps, trail closures, truck hauling routes, and timelines, visit www.flagstaffwatershedprotection.org.

When Preparing for Wildfire, it’s Best to Be Firewise

Wildfire season is here yet again. It’s getting warmer and increasingly drier as spring turns into summer, and now is the time to focus on being fully prepared for the occurrence of a wildfire. While the City of Flagstaff works to ensure community safety with fuels reduction programs, it is critical that home owners help by increasing their home’s protection. Here are a few simple actions you can take as a home owner to prepare your property for fire season:

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Clear dead leaves, pine needles, and debris from the yard, driveway, walkways, roofs, and gutters.

Move wood piles 30 feet away from structures and propane tanks.

Break up the landscape with decorative rock, fill, and rock features to limit horizontal spread of ground fire close to the home.

Prune trees and shrubs away from windows and roofs. Prune large trees 6–10 feet above ground within 30 feet of the home.

Selectively remove individual trees to increase canopy separation and improve individual tree health.

Working together to make a difference, actions you take today will not only protect your home and family in the event of a wildfire, but also help protect the greater Flagstaff community and ensure a safe and sustainable future for all. Flagstaff residents can request a free wildfire home assessment by calling 213-2500. Please visit Flagstaff Wildland Fire Management at www.flagstaff. az.gov/wildlandfire for more information on what you can do to prepare for wildfire.

Common Myths

Ready to take advantage of the AZ Charitable Tax Credit?

Doing so not only helps you, but Flagstaff families living below the poverty line.

about the AZ Charitable Tax Credit 1

2 “I’m already donating to a school, so can’t participate” You can do both! You can receive dollar-for-dollar state tax credits for both the AZ Charitable Tax Credit and the Arizona Public School Tax Credit in the same tax season.

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“I’m not eligible” Anyone who pays Arizona state income tax is eligible for the credit, and you’re not required to itemize deductions to claim the credit! If you are unsure if you qualify for the tax credit, contact your tax advisor.

1. Visit FlagstaffTaxCredit.org and select a qualifying nonprofit to donate to.

3. Click “donate” below your selected

nonprofit to complete your donation.

4 “I need to give $400 to participate” You may donate any amount up to your limit and receive the credit - up to $400 if married filing jointly, or $200 for individuals. For example, if you’d like to participate with a $10 donation - terrific! Your $10 donation to a qualifying nonprofit is eligible for this dollar-for-dollar credit.

Participate with 4 simple steps:

“I already filed my taxes, so can’t participate” You can donate any time of the year, and even spread your donations out throughout the year! Simply save your donation receipt(s) for the next tax season.

2. Decide your donation total:

• $400 max if married filing jointly • $200 max if filing singly

4. Save your receipt for next tax season.

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Sustainability

Confused about recycling in Flagstaff?

The City of Flagstaff Sustainability Program is happy to introduce MyWaste to Flagstaff! MyWaste is an online interface and free smartphone app that will help answer all of your questions about recycling and waste collection in Flagstaff. Residents will be able to look up requirements for recycling, garbage, bulky trash, green and wood waste and subscription glass collection, all as it specifically applies to them. MyWaste quickly provides users with personalized collection calendars and can send email or phone reminders before scheduled pick-ups.

Residents can sign up to receive notifications about changes in pick-up days due to holidays or weather; and receive special notifications about upcoming City events.

Questions about what can and cannot be recycled in Flagstaff? MyWaste offers a “What Goes Where?” feature where residents can type in any household item and learn how to dispose of it. This section explains whether the item should be placed in the trash or recycling and what condition it needs to be in. “What Goes Where” also outlines bulk pick-up, scheduled pick-up and drop off locations for each specific item.

Wasted Food is Wasted Money.

Did you know the average family of four wastes $1,600 every year on food they never eat? Thanks to a new pilot program called Food: Too Good to Waste from the City of Flagstaff’s Sustainability Program, 19 Northern Arizona University students were able to reduce their grocery bills and food waste by 35 percent. The program, developed by the EPA, challenged participants to record their food waste for five weeks, while trying to implement waste-prevention strategies they learned in workshops offered by the program. By planning meals, shopping with a list, storing their food properly, and more, participants were able to save money and prevent edible food from taking up space in our landfill.

If you’re worried about wasting money on food you never eat, you can start reducing your food waste by being smarter about how you buy, store, prepare, and eat your food. The best thing to do to prevent food waste is to always bring a list with you to the grocery store to avoid purchasing food you don’t need. Just make sure you stick to it!

You can also designate a shelf in your fridge or cupboard for wilting greens, old milk, or other items that need to be eaten right away. Better yet, make a sign for it that says “Eat Me First!” It can also be beneficial to prep your produce as soon as possible after returning home from the store. It may take more work up front, but saves you time later in the week when life tends to get in the way. Also, if you have produce items that are no longer fresh enough to be enjoyed raw, try adding them to a smoothie, soup, or stir fry. The easiest thing you can do to reduce your food waste is to store your food items in the proper place to make sure they last the longest. If you’re unsure about where they go, check out the guide below.

Visit the www.flagstaff.az.gov/recycle to check out MyWaste or download the free app to your smartphone.

Community Stewards Help Keep Flagstaff Beautiful!

Have you seen someone out on your favorite stretch of trail with a yellow vest and a litter grabber? Please thank them! These neighbors have signed up as Community Stewards to pick up litter from our avenues, trails and open spaces.

Community Stewards adopt a section for two years or more and clean up that section at least three times a year. Many stewards do their clean-ups as part of a group with members of their faith, workplace, or club.

Last calendar year, 136 Community Steward groups who cleaned up over 86 miles of avenues and trails within the Flagstaff city limits. The Flagstaff community has been very generous in getting involved with litter clean ups. Currently, there are only five miles of trail and 13 miles of avenues that have not yet been adopted.

You can see what sections have been adopted and what sections are available on our new Community Stewards map: http://bit.ly/StewardsMap If you would like to adopt one of the remaining available sections, or learn more about the program, contact the Program Coordinator at (928) 213-2144 or stewards@flagstaffaz.gov.

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Get the list!

A printable recycling chart is available at http://www.flagstaff.az.gov/recycleposter

SUMMER2016

Measure Energy with a Kill A Watt Device!

Curious about how much energy your old refrigerator, video game console, or other electronic device uses? Try out the free Kill A Watt lending program at either of Flagstaff’s public libraries! This little device allows you to track the energy used by any device you plug into it, for as long as you leave it plugged in. Investigating the electricity used by different appliances in your house can give you a clearer picture of what your electric bill is going towards. It could even be a fun summer project for any recently out of school kids or college students in your household! Stop by either the Downtown Library or the East Flagstaff Community Library to check one out.

Projects at Picture Canyon

The Open Space Program is gearing up for an eventful summer at Picture Canyon Natural and Cultural Preserve. We have partnered with Willow Bend Environmental Education Center to provide guided tours of the Preserve throughout the summer season. Make sure to follow our Facebook page (www.facebook.com/ FlagstaffOpenSpace) to learn more about when these tours will be available.

We are also working with the Flagstaff Area National Monuments and American Conservation Experience to complete a trail construction project at the Waterbird Petroglyph Site, the most accessible petroglyph site within the Preserve. This project will stabilize the site, improve visitor experience, and reduce the possibility of future degradation. Keep an eye out for the new trail at the end of summer!

Elections Reminder Regarding City Council Primary Election

If you are voting at the polls for the Primary Election in August 2016, whichever ballot you select will have the City candidates on it near the end.

HOWEVER, if you are on the County’s Permanent Early Voting List and you did not indicate a recognized political party when you registered to vote, you must return the notice that is mailed out 90 days prior to the election, advising the Elections Office which political party ballot you want to receive OR you may request a separate nonpartisan ballot which will only contain the City candidates.

If you do not return the notice, you will not be mailed an early ballot for the primary partisan election, which will include the City candidates.

Questions regarding this process may be directed to the Flagstaff City Clerk’s Office, 211 West Aspen, Flagstaff, Arizona, 86001, call 928.213.2076 or eburke@flagstaffaz.gov

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N! NEW O I T A LOC

North Country HealthCare now has two Flagstaff locations to serve you!

4th Street Location: 2920 N. 4th St. 928.522.9400

University Avenue Location: 1120 W. University Ave. Ste. 101 928.522.1300

Our University Avenue Provider Team

Khadga Limbu, MD

Karen Damgaard, PA-C

Most Insurance Plans Accepted•Sliding Fee Scale Medicare•AHCCCS•Self Pay www.northcountryhealthcare.org

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Utilities: Water, Wastewater & Stormwater Rates Investing in our Future The recent increase in Utilities rates and capacity fees represents an investment in Flagstaff. On April 19th, City Council voted to increase the amount of funding towards the operations, maintenance and capital projects of our water, wastewater and stormwater systems. The increased funding will help to replace our community’s aging infrastructure such as water & sewer pipes under our roads or old technology and equipment in our treatment plants. Replacing this infrastructure is critical for the City to continue to provide the high level of services our community has come to expect.

Before

Over $75 million is projected to be invested in our utility infrastructure over the next five (5) years. The increased funding will allow an additional $47.4 million to be invested in our water system, $24.8 million in our wastewater systems and $3 million in our stormwater system over the next five (5) years.

How much will rates increase? The new rates will go into effect on July 1st. Sixty-five percent (65%) of our customers use 4,000 gallons of water per month and those customers will see an average rise in their bill of approximately $3.09 per month.

Leroux Street

5 Key Utilities Capital Projects 1. Replace aging water and sewer mains in neighborhoods throughout the community including Brannen Southside, Sunnyside, La Plaza Vieja, Downtown, Bow and Arrow neighborhoods. Benefits; new infrastructure equals less breaks and water loss, and minimizes water outages for customers.

After Bonito Street

What types of Utilities capital projects are included?

We focus on replacement of aging waterlines and meters that have reached the end of their asset life and often times are undersized and incur high maintenance costs.

Our annual waterline replacement program is a great example of a long term capital program that updates aging waterlines to prevent leaks, line breaks, and service outages and protect water quality. Bonito Street near Flagstaff High School was completed last Fall. Replacing a 1919 sewer pipe and a 1926 water line.

2. Purchase and install 1800 new automatic water meters through the City of Flagstaff. Benefits; improve meter reading accuracy and increase productivity of staff 3. Upgrade 50 year old Sedimentation and Flocculation Basins at the Lake Mary Water Treatment Plant. Benefits; Basins and equipment provide improved water quality and lower operations costs for treatment of Lake Mary Water.

4. Replacement of 100 year old water mains (1906) and sewer mains (1919) in Leroux Street through the downtown area. Benefits; new infrastructure is more reliable and will require less maintenance. This work is also improving the sidewalks and downtown area street pavement.

5. Design and installation of Solids Handling equipment at the Wildcat wastewater plant. Benefits; provides increased solids handling capacity for existing and new city residents.

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Utilities:

Water Conservation Summer 2016: Water Availability Strategy Level I-Water Awarness The City remains in “Water Availability Strategy Level I” meaning we only allow irrigation every-other day based on your home address. Hand-held watering is allowed every day except on Monday. An estimated 31 BILLION gallons of water saved over the last 25 years was accomplished through a combination of strategies, ordinance, pricing, and best management practices that target demand & supply side management, water rates and structure, community incentives, and behavior. Water conservation is not only the right thing to do, it has saved the community from having to develop costly new water supplies and infrastructure. Wasting water and unauthorized use of fire hydrants is prohibited by city code 703-001-0014! Our friendly “water cops” will be out on patrol starting in May. Conservation staff aims to educate our community rather than issue fines. Don’t hesitate to stop them to ask questions!

MONDAY IS A NON-WATERING DAY FOR ALL CUSTOMERS USING AUTOMATED SPRINKLER SYSTEMS! Our city code allows irrigation before 9am and after 5pm, which is also the most efficient time of the day to water!

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Recreation

Welcome!

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he City of Flagstaff’s Recreation Department is your community connection for swimming lessons, leisure classes, programs, entertainment, and special events. You can always count on us to do our very best to serve the recreation and leisure needs of the community. We take pride in knowing we offer everything you like to do.

You’ll find just what you need at more than 24 developed parks, one pool, tennis courts, basketball courts, two disc golf courses, 17 ball fields, 50 miles of the Flagstaff Urban Trail System, two skate parks, a BMX park, three recreation centers, and an ice rink, providing year-round programs and activities. It’s all here for you come out and enjoy it! www.flagstaffaz.gov

July Is Parks and Recreation Month!

This July, discover your super powers at your local parks and rec! When we work together to further health and wellness, conservation and social equity efforts, awesome things happen! This year, the Park and Rec Brigade is here to help you discover your super powers at your local parks and recreation.

SUMMER2016

Recreation Services Online Registration: “WebTrac”

To use the online system to register for programs and activities, you’ll need a credit card and your Household ID number. If you have a previous Recreation Services receipt, your Household ID number will be located in the top left corner of the receipt. If you are unable to locate this information or are new to Flagstaff, please call (928) 213-2300 to set up your account. You can access our online registration system from the link at www.flagstaff.az.gov/recreation

Athletics 213-2310

For more information please visit our webpage at www.flagstaff.az.gov/Athletics

Summer Adult Coed Hockey

Registration: Dates/Days: Price:

Ages:

April 4-May 27 June 5-September 25 (Sundays) $200 per person (plus an additional USA Hockey member fee paid to USA Hockey) 18+

A mandatory skills & drills class will be conducted before each season begins to evaluate player’s skills, Sunday, May 29 at 5:00 p.m.

Programming for Everyone

Recreation Services is dedicated to providing people with and without physical and mental challenges the opportunity to participate in recreation and leisure programs. If you need special accommodations to participate in any program, please notify us at the time of registration. Arizona Relay Service, a public service for the hearing impaired, is available at 7-1-1.

Recreation Scholarships Recreation Services offers scholarships, depending on availability of funding. Scholarships are for individual use and can be requested for City of Flagstaff day programs, swim lessons, ice skating lessons, and similar activities. Visit www.flagstaff.az.gov/recreation for more information.

Reduced User Fees The Reduced User Fee program offers a 50% reduction in price (for selected recreation programs) to families who are experiencing financial hardships. Applicants must provide proof of receiving assistance from any of the following programs: Food Stamps, Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System, or General Assistance and City of Flagstaff residency. Reduced fees aren’t applied to the cost of training books and materials or contracted instructor classes.

Photo by Jake Bacon/Arizona Daily Sun.

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Challenger Sports British Soccer Camp

Dates/Days: June 6-June 10 (Monday-Friday) Times: 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Ages: 3-16 For more information contact: osharp@challengersports.com

Personal Training

Take your workouts to the next level through personal training with Travis.

Discounts for members and bulk session purchases are available. Don’t suffer through another mediocre workout “commit to be fit today!”

2nd Session Adult Softball

Registration: Dates/Days: Price: Ages:

May 16-June 17 July 3-September 16 (Monday-Friday and Sundays) $350 per team until June 17 18+

Fall Adult Volleyball

Registration: Dates/Days: Price: Ages:

August 1-September 2 September 18-November 11 (Monday-Friday and Sundays) $275 per team until Sept. 2 18+

Winter Adult Coed Hockey

Registration: Dates/Days: Price:

Ages:

September 19-October 28 November 6-April 16 (Sundays) $200 per person (plus an additional USA Hockey member fee paid to USA Hockey) 18+

Winter Adult Basketball

Registration: Dates/Days: Price: Ages:

October 3-November 4 (Monday-Friday and Sundays) November 20-December 16 $325 per team until Nov. 4 18+

Flagstaff Aquaplex

928-213-2300 | 1702 N. 4th St.

For more information please visit our webpage at www.flagstaff.az.gov/aquaplex The Aquaplex is a recreation center designed for family fun and fitness. Enjoy year round activities, including swimming, a climbing wall, group exercise classes, and a fitness floor! An admission fee is charged to participate in activities in this facility, either by paying a daily admission, purchasing a 1, 3, 6, or 12 month membership.

Discounts for classes are given if you a pass holder.

Meeting rooms and a party room are available for rent by the general public, please see the website for additional information and pricing.

Member of the Month Program NEW

Monthly winners are chosen based on nominations from facility patrons on how another member has accomplished wellness goals or enhanced their quality of life by using the Aquaplex.

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Open Pickle Ball All levels of play welcome

M-F 8:00-11:00 a.m.

12+ Free to pass holders TH 6:00-8:30 p.m.

Drop-in: adults $2/youth $1.75 SU 3:45-5:45 p.m.

Drop-in: adults $2/youth $1.75 Punch cards: Adults - $35 (20 visits)/$50 (30 visits) Youth - $30 (20 visits)/$40 (30 visits)

Monday/Friday Night Hoops

Bring a team of 5 players and get ready to scrimmage. Winner stays on the court.

M/F 6:00-8:45 p.m 12+

Children’s Classes and Programs Kid’s Fit Jr.

Saturday

10:00-11:00 am

ages: 3-7

Kid’s Fit

Saturday

12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.

ages: 8-12

Kid’s Yoga

Saturday

11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. ages: 5-12

Youth and Adult Classes Flagstaff Youth Investment (FYI)

“To promote positive work ethic and provide valuable experience to the youth of the City of Flagstaff.” Flagstaff Youth Investment is a 5 week program running from June 20 through July 17. Participants will be assigned to different departments within the city and will work closely with their FYI mentor to create and maintain a volunteer schedule of at least 10 hours per week, for a total of 40 hours to graduate. Participants will gain valuable work and leadership experience through on-the-job training during the program. This is a voluntary program and will not be a paid position, but can be used for community service or volunteer hours in addition to building up your resume!

Qualifications:

• Must be between the ages of 13-17 • Must be able to volunteer from June 20-July 17, completing at least 40 hours • Must have a strong work ethic and be reliable • Must provide own transportation to and from work site

Contact Jessica at the Flagstaff Aquaplex for more information by calling 928-213-2307.

SUMMER2016 Pilates

Adult Fitness

Improve cardio, muscle tone and strength in this dynamic workout.

M TU

4:30-5:30 p.m. 12+ 9:00-10:00 a.m. 12+ 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Strength and Stamina

Exciting calorie burning group exercise class.

W 9:00-10:00 a.m.

12+

Ballet Prices

New Student $10 Adult/Teen $14 Collage Student $12 10 Class Pass $120 Student Pass $100 Unlimited $150/Month

Vinyasa Yoga

A flowing, dynamic form of yoga connected to breathing.

SA 9:00-10:00 a.m.

12+

willPower Method

www.willpowermethod.com SA (1/3 weeks) 10:00-11:00 a.m.

Ballet (Intermediate/Advanced)

W F SA

7:30- 8:45 p.m 12+ 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. 12+ 2:00-3:15 p.m.

12+

Ballet (Beginning)

F TH

12:15-1:15 p.m 2:45-4:00 p.m.

Ballet (Mixed Level)

M 10:30-11:45 a.m.

7:00-8:15p.m.

SA 3:15-4:30 p.m.

SA (2/4 weeks)10:00-11:00 a.m. 12+ Th 4:30-5:30 p.m.

12+

Yin Yoga

A passive practice where poses are held for 1-4 minutes at a time.

TH 10:30-11:30 a.m.

12+

Zumba (Ren)

12+ 12+

TH

12+

Call Amy at 699-4428 to register or if you need more information.

M 5:30-6:30 p.m.

12+ $5 per class

12+

12+

Core Fitness

American Red Cross Lifeguarding Class

Participants must be 15 years or older and be able to pass

pre-course swimming skills to participate. Contact Aquaplex for dates and prices

Dynamic fitness class that strengthens the core muscles of the body.

M T W

9:15-10:15 a.m.

7:30-8:00 p.m.

10:00-11:00 a.m. 12+

Group Cycle (Jen)

TU

6:30-7:30 p.m.

Group Cycle (Mark)

W

5:30-6:30 p.m.

Insanity Live

M/TH 12:00-1:00 p.m.

T 5:30-6:30 p.m.

F 6:00-7:00 p.m.

12+ 12+

8:00-9:00 a.m.

9:00-10:00 a.m.

Aqua Aerobics

M/W/F 8:00-9:00 a.m.

M-S 12:00-1:00 p.m.

Aqua Yoga

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12+

M/W

12+ 12+ 12+

All ages and skill levels welcome as well as multiple days and times available for lessons.

12+ 12+

8:00-9:00 a.m

12+ 12+

12+

Pilates Based Movement

TU TH

12+

Aquatic Programming

(Intermediate/Advanced)

2:40-3:50 p.m.

6:30-7:30 p.m.

Zumba

Contemporary Dance Techniques

TU

12+

Aqua Zumba

6:45-7:45 p.m.

12+

12+

Private and Semi Private Swim Lessons Swim lessons

year round swimming lessons Parent/Tot-Level 2 Levels 3-adult

$30 pass holder $40 pass holder

$35 non pass holder $45 non pass holder

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Community Events 213-2311

For more information please visit our webpage at www.flagstaff.az.gov/CE Flagstaff Recreation Services rents municipal parks and facilities to the community.

Changes to the permit procedures make the process both easy and proves to be the best deal in town! Give us a call at (928) 213-2311 or (928) 213-2312 to explore your opportunities.

Special Events If you or your organizations are planning to conduct one of the following activities in a City park, you need to contact Community Events at (928) 213-2311 or (928) 213-2312 to complete a Special Event Permit.

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Soar Into Spring

Soar into Spring at our 16th annual Kite Festival! Voted as Arizona Parks and Recreation’s Most Outstanding Community Event in 2010, the day includes kite flying, arts and crafts, carnival games, a bounce house carnival, food, face painting, balloon twisting, the Flagstaff Library Book Mobile, and the kiddie caboose train and more! Most activities are free. A $3.00 wristband can be purchased for unlimited rides on the train and bounces in the bounce house.

Day/Date: Saturday, May 21 Time: 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Location: Foxglenn Park, 4200 E. Butler Ave.

Concerts in the Park

Great local music, games for the kids, and food vendors each Wednesday at Jim Cullen Memorial Park (June) or Bushmaster Park (July) from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Entry is FREE! Jim Cullen Memorial Park (519 W. Piute Rd) • June 1 Dave Logan Band • June 8 South of Winslow • June 15 Tommy Dukes Band • June 22 Shri Blues Band • June 29 Jacqui Foreman Bushmaster Park in the new Community Ramada (3150 N. Alta Vista) • July 6 The Cheap Sunglasses • July 13 Celtic sponsored • July 20 Summit Dub Squad

• July 27

Vince Redhouse

Children’s Music and Arts Festival

This family-friendly event celebrates the artistic potential of all youth in our community.

In addition to dance and music performances, children can make recycled arts projects, participate in the instrument petting zoo, make their own musical instrument, and learn to paint, draw, and create sculptures. There will be a kiddie caboose, bounce houses, carnival games, face painting, balloon animals, food vendors, and other fun things to do. Most activities are free and a $3.00 wristband can be purchased for unlimited rides on the kiddie caboose and unlimited bounces in the bounce houses.

Day/Date: Saturday, August 20 Time: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Location: Bushmaster Park, 3150 N. Alta Vista Rd.

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Community events, celebrations, or observances Dances accompanied by amplified music Amplified music or the use of a public address device Dramatic productions Athletic tournaments Amusements, festivals or carnivals Sale of merchandise, food or alcohol Parades, organized walks, bicycle rides, runs or races Distribution of food or alcohol to the public

The following prohibitions shall apply to those activities requiring a special event permit:

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It is unlawful for any person to stage, present, or conduct any special event without first obtaining a permit.

It is unlawful for any person to participate in a special event for which the person knows a special event permit has not been issued.

It is unlawful for any person in charge of, or responsible for the conduct of, a duly permitted special event to knowingly fail to comply with any term or condition of the special event permit.

Park Ramadas Park ramadas (or pavilions) are the covered picnic areas available for reservation at City parks. Ramadas can accommodate groups for birthday parties, wedding receptions, family reunions, company picnics, and barbecues.

Reservations can be made at any of our Recreation Centers. Applicants must complete a Facility Use Permit and pay the required fees (hourly) at the time of reservation. If you have any questions please call the Aquaplex at (928) 213-2300.

• Arroyo Park $10.25 hr.

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Buffalo Park $6.75 hr.

Bushmaster Park (South /Community) $13.50 hr.

Bushmaster Park (North/Oval/Sand/ Garden) $10.25 hr.

Foxglenn Park #1 $13.50 hr.

Foxglenn Park #2/#3 $10.25 hr.

Mobile Haven Park $6.75 hr.

Old Town Springs Park $6.75 hr.

Ponderosa Park $10.25 hr.

Ponderosa Trails Park $6.75 hr.

Thorpe Park $13.50 hr.

SUMMER2016 Joe C. Montoya Community and Senior Center

Tai Chi

774-1068 | 245 N. Thorpe Rd.

For more information please visit our webpage at www.flagstaff.az.gov/JCM

Center Hours

Monday-Thursday:

Therapeutic Stretch & Laugh Yoga

7:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

Fridays: 7:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Children’s Classes Dancin' with Miss Cori

Creative dance and technique classes to enhance motor skill development.

Call Cori at (530) 680-2018 for pricing or more information:

TH

9:30-10:15 a.m.

Ages: 2-5

Parent Baby Yoga

Babies can interact with their parents and other babies during this yoga class.

Please bring your yoga mats with you. For more information contact freewaters@ gmail.com.

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Create mental and physical balance in your life with the ancient art of T’ai Chi Ch’uan. Call instructor James Brand at (928) 637-3149 for more information.

First class is FREE! W 3:00-4:00 p.m. 16+ $20 month

4:15-5:15 p.m.

Ages:1mo-3

$5 per class

Gentle Iyengar Hatha Yoga with good body alignment, core strength building and safety techniques taught in each class. Contact Melinda De Boer Ayrey at (928)-527-8604.

W 9:00-10:15 a.m. 16+ $10 a class $36 for 4 classes $64 for 8 classes

Mixed Levels Stretch & Laugh Yoga

Gentle Iyengar Hatha Yoga with good body alignment.

Call Melinda De Boer Ayrey at (928) 527-8604 to register.

TU 5:15-6:30 p.m 13+ $10 a class $36 for 4 classes $64 for 8 classes

Chair Yoga

Join Melinda DeBoer Ayrey in exploring the endless benefits of chair yoga. For more information please contact Melinda at (928) 527-8604.

W/TH 10:45 – 11:45 16+ $2 class

Adult and Teen Classes

Wisdom Seekers Book Discussion

Guitar with Marc

Learn to play in many styles and genres, including folk, classical, country, rock and more. Contact Marc Worthington at (505) 614-6706.

TH 3:00-4:00 p.m Ages:13+ $30/5 classes 4:00-5:00 p.m. +$4 materials

Beginning Bridge

Wisdom Seekers is a group dedicated to conscious living as the books chosen by the group are read aloud and discussed.

Contact Barbara Shovers at (480) 612-2461 or Barbara@WisdomSeekersAZ.org TU 1 and 3 weeks 9:00-10:15 a.m. 16+ $10 class $36 4 classes $64 8 classes

Wisdom Seekers Wellness Series

Learn the basics of this world wide game in a fun and relaxing environment.

TU

10:00a.m.-12:00p.m. Ages:18+

$20 1 x fee

Art & Drawing Class

Holistic wellness practitioners lecture and demonstrate their healing arts in this series.

Contact Barbara Shovers at (480) 612-2461 or Barbara@WisdomSeekersAZ.org TU 2 week 1:30 -3:00 p.m 16+ Free

When you have finished the projects in this class, you’ll be able to express yourself as an artist. Instructor Dee Brewer, (928) 286-9088.

TU

9:30 - 11:30 a.m

Ages:16+

$47.95 person

Open Studio

Graduates of the art class utilize this time to refine their skills with practice.

M

10:00 am.-12:00 p.m Ages:16+

$2 class

Self-Compassion Workshop

Self-compassionate techniques are explored and practiced in this workshop. The feelings of self-worth and security provided by self-compassion enable people to function more positively in the world with increased enjoyment.

Contact Barbara Shovers at (480) 612-2461 or Barbara@WisdomSeekersAZ.org W 1:30-3:00 p.m 16+ $5 week

Dance & Health Classes

Weight Room Memberships

Folk Dance Learn a variety of folk dances from around the world!

M 1, 2 and 3 weeks 6:30-8:00 p.m. 16+

Free

Weight Room memberships are available for just $78 per year or $6.50 per month for ages 54 and under, and $52 per year or $4.50 per month for ages 55 and up.

Orientation is required prior to purchase. Instructor assistance is available up request.

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Fifties Forward

Dancin’ Grannies

County Lunch Program

For more information contact Cathy Brown at Coconino County Community Services, 774-2606.

M-F 12:00 noon 60+ $4 donation

Super Hero, Super Sundaes

Senior Stretch

Increases flexibility and strengthening muscles, improves balance and much more!

Join instructor Sharon Super for this great exercise class.

M/W/F 8:30-9:00 a.m. 50+ $1 day

Seniors Without Partners/Bunco Buddies

If you are 60 years or older you are welcome to join a friendly group each month to play the popular game Bunco! Also meet mid-month for lunch or dinner at local restaurants.

For more information call Ida at (928) 527-7376 or Nena at (853) -342-3563.

TU 4 week 1:30 60+ $varies

Ongoing

Drop in For Fun and Free Programs Book Exchange Daily Beginning Spanish F Billiards (18+) M-TH F Contract/Party Bridge M & TH Cribbage TU Duplicate Bridge TU

Pinochle M Scrabble W Mexican Train Dominos W Table Tennis Club TU 1/2/3/5 weeks W

12:45 p.m.-1:45 p.m.

8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

1:00 p.m.

1:00 p.m.

1:15 p.m.

1:00 p.m.

1:00 p.m.

1:00p.m.

5:00 – 8:00 p.m.

6:00-8:00pm

Walking Group

Opportunities for Ages 50+ Wellness Through Weight Training Class

Personalized weight training offers older adults an opportunity to improve fitness, target problem areas, strengthen their upper bodies, and tone muscles.

M/W/F 7:30-9:30 a.m. 50+ $25month $60 3 months

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Celebrating Parks and Recreation Month we will be serving Super Hero Sundaes after the senior lunch program.

W July 20 12:45 p.m.

60+ Free

Baseball Camps

Learn proper hitting, pitching, and defensive techniques and drills to make you a better player. Registration begins on June 1 and is open until filled.

Hitting Camp

Defensive Camp

M-TH

M-TH

Meet at the Joe C. Montoya Community and Senior Center and enjoy a sociable walk with others. Walks are on Tuesday mornings and some Saturdays. For times please call Jack Welch at (928) 714-0504.

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Join this energetic group of tap dancers for rehearsals and performances. They are always looking for new dancers, don’t hesitate to join today. For more information call Jackie at (928) 527-4298.

TU/TH 2:00-4:00 p.m. 50+ $10month

July 20-25

July 27-30

9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

7-14

$40 person

7-14

$40 person

Jay Lively Activity Center 213-2340 | 1650 N. Turquoise Dr.

For more information please visit our webpage at www.flagstaff.az.gov/JLively This year-round public ice skating rink provides recreation opportunities for the entire family. Public skating, sticks and pucks, open hockey, freestyle and adult skate sessions are some of the programs offered. A private party room is available for rental during public skate sessions for special events and birthday parties. JLAC is also home to NAU Club Hockey, Flagstaff Youth Hockey Association, Flagstaff Figure Skating Club, City of Flagstaff Coed Hockey League, and several adult hockey user groups.

Public Skating Hours

Tuesday: Wednesday: Thursday: Friday: Saturday:

2:30- 4:00 p.m.

11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. and 5:30-7:00 p.m.

2:30-4:00 p.m.

11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. and 5:30-8:00 p.m.

1:00-4:30 p.m.

Public Skating Rates (per person)

Youth (5-17 years) $3.50 Adult (18 & up) $6.75 Active Military Senior (55+) $5.00 Skate Rental $4.00

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Semi Finals

Orpheum Theater (15 W. Aspen Ave.)

213-2760 | 2403 N. Izabel St.

For more information please visit our webpage at www.flagstaff.az.gov/HalJensen

Orpheum Theater (15 W. Aspen Ave.)

1:00-8:00 p.m. (ages 18 and over) 2:15-8:00 p.m. (17 and over) 10:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. (all ages)

TH June 9 6:00 p.m. $5 person Three age categories: 12 and under, 13-18, and 19+

Touch a Truck

Summer Hours (May 30-August 12)

Monday-Friday: Saturday:

Flagstaff Aquaplex (1702 N. 4th St.) SA July 9 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. (all ages) 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. (all ages)

Cooking Classes

Orchids (basic training for Turkish Dance)

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TH 5:30-6:30 p.m. 12+ $40 month/ $15 class

TU/TH 1:00 -2:00 p.m. 7-16

$15 class

For further information on either one of these programs or to register, please call Karen Custer Thurston at (928) 773-7824 or www.turkishegyptiandance.com

Beginner’s Hula Class

SA

July 9, July 30,Sept 3, Oct 8

10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

15+

$50 per

Wiffle Ball

M/W

1:00-3:00 p.m. 7-16

TH

Weight Room

M/W/F 6:00-9:00 a.m Ages:18+ $55 year/ $6.50 month M-F

1:00-3:00 p.m. and 5:00-7:45 p.m.

SA

10:00 a.m.-3:45 p.m.

Free

M/W/F 6:00-9:00 a.m. Ages:12+ $20 year/ $2.25month

Free Free Free

Game Room Tournaments

TH

10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. 7-17

Youth Wallyball

Drop In Programs

M-F SA

2:00-3:00 p.m. 7-16

Arts and Crafts

Al Rakasaat Company Class 6:30-8:00 p.m. 12+

Ages: All

Summer Programs

Health and Fitness Classes

TH

June 2 6:00 p.m.

Finals

Spring/Fall/Winter Hours

Monday-Friday: Monday-Friday: Saturday:

TH

1:30-3:00 p.m. 7-16

Junior Racquetball

M-F

1:30-3:00 p.m. 7-17

Free

Free Free

Field Trips

Please call the center to get a schedule, more information, or to sign up for our weekly trips.

Upcoming Events

October – Youth Basketball Registration Oct 3 Until full.

3:00-5:00 p.m.

10:00 a.m.-3:45 p.m.

Adult Full Court Basketball April – November

M/TU/W

5:00-8:00 p.m 18+

Free

Special Events Northern Arizona’s Got Talent Preliminaries

Coconino Center for the Arts (2300 N. Fort Valley Rd.) TH May 12 and 19 6:00 p.m. registration

7:00 p.m. event begins

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Libraries

The mission of the Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library is to inspire learning, enrich lives, and strengthen community.

Downtown Library 300 West Aspen Ave. Flagstaff, AZ 86001 928.213.2330 East Flagstaff Community Library 3000 North 4th Street Flagstaff, AZ 86004 928.213.2348

www.flagstaffpubliclibrary.org

Library News NEW! Instantflix & ComicsPlus

The library is pleased to offer two new online resources: ComicsPlus & Instantflix

Through ComicsPlus, we will now be able to offer thousands of digital comics and graphic novels. ComicsPlus includes the following features: • Access to over 16,000 comics and graphic novels.

• No holds and no waiting.

• Anytime, anywhere access: view content on any PC, tablet, or smartphone with an internet connection.

• iOS-Apple device App (Android App coming late 2016) Some of the popular titles include Archie, Adventuretime, Bone, Ghostbusters, G.I. Joe, X-Files, Transformers, Peanuts Gang, My Little Pony, Ninjago, Naruto, Lumberjanes and more!

With InstantFlix, we’ll be able to bring engaging stories to movie lovers around the world.

InstantFlix offers: • Robust content: enjoy over 7,000 high-quality shorts, features, documentaries, classic TV shows and Web series from 85 countries.

• Film-festival hits: View films from major festivals all over the world, including Sundance, Cannes, Tribeca, and more!

• The films you want: Sort by language, genre, or film length with easy-to-use filters.

• Support for filmmakers: contribute to films just by subscribing, because InstantFlix directly supports the filmmakers.

• Anytime, anywhere access: watch movies on any Internet-enabled computer, smartphone, or tablet with a Web browser! Also available on Roku, Xbox, and Apple TV.

Clubs, Events & Classes Adult Summer Reading Program

The library will offer special summer workshops and activities that focus on healthy living for this years's theme: Exercise Your Mind, Read! Prizes will also be awarded to participants who complete the required amount of reading. Check with your library or visit flagstaffpubliclibrary.org for more information!

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Free Health Screening & Health Information

Access Instruction

Northern Arizona Healthcare and the Downtown Library are hosting two free, non-fasting health screenings this spring. Start the new season off fully informed!

Representatives from Northern Arizona Healthcare will offer blood pressure, cholesterol, and diabetes checks, and a librarian will be on hand to show where and how to find the most accurate health information.

Dates & Times: Monday, May 16th, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Location: Downtown Library Price: FREE Ages: 18 +

Popular Science Book Club

Join us for the next installment of the Science Book Club. We are reading Gary Paul Nabhan’s Where Our Food Comes From: Retracing Nikolay Vavilov’s Quest to End Famine.

Date & Time: Thursday, May 26th, 6:00pm –8:00pm Location: Downtown Library Price: FREE Ages: 18 +

Graphic Novel Book Club

Do you love graphic novels or have you ever wanted to read a graphic novel, but haven’t known where to begin? Come join us for our monthly Graphic Novel Book Club, where we explore a new title each month and talk about the latest news from the world of comics, new graphic novel releases, and forthcoming additions to the Library’s collection.

Find out why this book format is taking the world by storm! See our online calendar for schedule and titles at www.flagstaffpubliclibrary.org Date & Time: Every Third Wednesday 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Location: Downtown Library Price: FREE Ages: 18 +

Friends of the Flagstaff Public Library Book Club

Check our website at www.flagstaffpubliclibrary.org for upcoming titles.

Date & Time: 2nd Thursday of Each Month Location: Downtown Library Price: FREE Ages: All are welcome

Youth Summer Reading Program June 6th through July 22nd

Our Summer Reading Program starts June 6th! This year’s theme is “On Your Mark, Get Set, Read!” for ages 0-11 years old and “Get in the Game: Read” for ages 12-16 years.

Read, log minutes, earn points, and win prizes during the summer. Check out our website for additional events at www.flagstaffpubliclibrary.org

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SUMMER2016 Summer Reading Kickoff

Join us for our special kickoff event June 6th to get help signing up, join in on crafts and win prizes.

Date & Time: Monday, June 6th, 10:00 a.m.

Location: Downtown Library Price: FREE Ages: All Ages

Summer Reading Program: Ready, Set, Register!

Join us for fun and games on the first day of the Summer Reading Program.

Computers will be available for Summer Reading sign-up and staff will be available to answer questions.

Date & Time: Monday, June 6th 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Location: East Flagstaff Community Library Price: FREE Ages: All Ages

Teens and Tweens Summer Reading Kickoff

Tweens and Teens join our outdoor kick off on June 7th at 1:00 pm. Water balloons, yard games and more!

Date & Time: Tuesday, June 7th, 1:00 p.m.

Location: Downtown Library Price: FREE Ages: Ages 8 +

Teddy Bear Picnic

Bring your favorite stuffed animal and lunch to Wheeler Park as we hold our annual “Teddy Bear Picnic.” Games, stories and a giant Teddy Bear, of course.

Date & Time: Wednesday, June 8th at 12:00 p.m.

Location: Downtown Library Price: FREE Ages: All Ages

2nd Annual Tosho-Con

Learn about various aspects of Asian culture at our anime/manga themed Tosho-Con. Featuring Lion Dancers, Taiko Drums, martial artists and much more!

Date & Time: Friday, July 8th 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Location: East Flagstaff Community Library Price: FREE Ages: All

Baby Lap time

Enjoy songs, stories, finger plays, knee bounces, rhymes, and more with your infant.

Date & Time: Wednesdays, June 15th – July 20th 9:15 a.m.

Location: East Flagstaff Community Library Price: FREE Ages: Newborn to 2 years

Summer Toddler Fun

A six week series of stories and songs provided by library staff and special guests from the community.

Date & Time: Tuesdays, starting June 7th from 10:30 – 11:00 am.

Location: Downtown Library Price: FREE Ages: 2- 3

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Library Cont.

Preschool Express

Surprises galore are in store when we get together for stories, songs, and games.

Date & Time: Mondays, June 13th through July 18th at 10 a.m.

Location: East Flagstaff Community Library Price: FREE Ages: 3 - 5

Toddler

Your toddler will delight in this special time for stories, songs, games, and more.

Date & Time: Wednesdays, June 15th – July 20th at 10 a.m.

Location: East Flagstaff Community Library Price: FREE Ages: 1- 3

Summer Preschool Fun

A six week series of stories and songs provided by library staff and special guests from the community.

Date & Time: Thursdays, starting June 9th from 10:30 – 11:00 am.

Location: Downtown Library Price: FREE Ages: 4- 5

Saturday Story Stop

Start your weekend off with this fun-filled morning of stories, songs and crafts.

Date & Time: Year Round 10:30 a.m. every Saturday Location: Downtown Library Price: FREE Ages: All Ages

Friday Flick

Every Friday at 12:00 pm, we’ll show a family friendly movie on the big screen. Bring a blanket and a pillow and enjoy free popcorn.

Date & Time: Every Friday at 12:00 p.m., June 10th through July 15th Location: Downtown Library Price: FREE Ages: All Ages

Family Movie Night

Bring the whole family out to watch movies rated PG or under.

Date & Time: Tuesdays – June 7th through July 19th at 5:30 p.m.

Location: East Flagstaff Community Library Price: FREE Ages: All Ages

Arty Party

Join our “Arty Party” with Ms. Michele every other Wednesday, starting June 10th.

Stories, songs and crafts.

Date & Time: Every other Wednesday - Starting June 8th, 10:30 a.m.

Location: Downtown Library Price: FREE Ages: Ages 3 +

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Ready, Set, Craft!

Exercise your brain with active crafting each week. Registration required. Registration begins 2 weeks prior to event.

Date & Time: Tuesdays – June 14th through July 19th 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Location: East Flagstaff Community Library Price: FREE Ages: Ages 5-13

Brain Gym

Learn about simple, playful, coordinated movements to help achieve physical, social behavioral, and academic potential. Registration required. Registration begins two weeks prior to events.

Date & Time: Tuesdays, June 14th through July 5th at 10 a.m.

Location: East Flagstaff Community Library Price: FREE Ages: 1st -5th grade

Active Anime

Join us as we watch anime, introduce new manga, and learn a little about how to stay active.

Date & Time: Mondays, June 13th through July 18th 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Location: East Flagstaff Community Library Price: FREE Ages: 12- 17

The LEGO games

Exercise your mind with new LEGO challenges introduced each week.

Date & Time: Thursdays, June 16th through July 21st, 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Location: East Flagstaff Community Library Price: FREE Ages: Ages K-5th grade

Go Go Game Day

Play video and board games that get you moving.

Date & Time: Fridays, June 10th through July 1st 2:15 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Location: East Flagstaff Community Library Price: FREE Ages: Ages K-12 grade

Summer Reading Wrap Up

Celebrate the completion of our Summer Reading Program with special events. Watch our website for more details on this and other programs.* And so much more!

Date & Time: Friday, July 22nd *See Our Website for More Detailswww.flagstaffpubliclibrary.org Location: Downtown Library Price: FREE Ages: All Ages

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Pool Programs

Masters Swim Classes (Beginning & Advanced) Private and Semi-Private Swim Lessons Group Swim Lessons Parents-Tot Swim Lessons Youth Swim Team Scuba Classes Snorkeling Class � Lifeguard Clinics � Outdoor Pool (Heated on 5/21) � Pool Parties (Indoor or outdoor) � � � � � � �

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Personal Training Small Group Training Partner Training TECHNOGYM Equipment Open Climb – Climbing Wall Go Kids (Preschool sports program) Kids Night Out (First Friday of each month) Baby-sitting Clinics Family and Friends CPR Classes Tanning Beds

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