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ake the most of Flagstaff ’s local lifestyle with a pledge to encourage, celebrate and support Flagstaff with the on-going community movement, Flagstaff Local. In this mountain town, your actions matter by choosing to shop, volunteer, be eco-friendly, donate, support education, mentor and vote.

Flagstaff residents accomplish great things every single day. Encourage friends, family, and neighbors to take the pledge by signing up at flagstafflocal.com. It’s simple!  Log-in to flagstafflocal.com  Enter information: first and last names, email address, password  Hit return. Process completed!  After you take the pledge. Share all your good doings on your social platforms and tag ours at Twitter: @flagstafflocal, Instagram: @ flaglocal, Facebook: Flagstaff Local, Hashtags: #MyactionsMatter, #FlagstaffLocal.  Be eco-friendly: Think global and act local when you discover

Flagstaff ’s wild places. Tackle trail trash, leave no trace and please be fire aware. As seasonal temperatures rise, and hot and dry conditions increase in the northern regions of the state, your help is essential with fire prevention. Follow local campfire safety and fire restrictions. When in doubt:  State and federal lands information: wildlandfire.az.gov  County information: coconinonationalforest.us  City information: flagstaff. az.gov We know you care, so please remember to be fire aware and do your part to stay educated and spread the word. Visit the Flagstaff Visitor Center (1 E. Rt. 66) for an official Flagstaff Visitor Guide, a free “stow and go” litter bag to tackle trail trash and “I’m Fire Aware, how about you?” free sticker. Learn more at discoverflagstaff.com.  Shop Flagstaff: Learn about local businesses and get to know the community members that work there, use local services, bank locally and support restaurants and

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ecause the Greater Flag Chamber believes that a healthy business climate and a thriving community are inseparable, we ask you to play your part and please remember to buy local!

The most prosperous and inviting places across our great land are those with many small, locally-owned businesses that give their communities a distinct character and flare.

Sound like Flagstaff? Well it is! We’re fortunate that our mountain town is one of them. For many years, the Greater Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce has supported and

promoted BUY LOCAL because we know that the lifeblood of our small business community relies on high volume of consumers taking advantage of the great products they provide.

If you’re like me, you like choices and small businesses offer unique and diverse items that often can’t be found in other types of stores. You don’t have to leave Flagstaff to find top-notch retailers, great deals and exceptional customer service. Best of all, when we buy local, we are helping retailers that provide a valuable tax base for the government and much needed jobs for local residents. In addition to providing a tax base for city services like street repairs, fire protection and trash collection, small busi-

nesses often give a tremendous amount of support to non-profits, who then can help those in need.

It’s obvious that everything we’re looking for cannot always be found in Flagstaff, but please look around and shop in your hometown first before turning to online or in another city. There’s great value shopping here in your backyard. By buying Flagstaff first, your money stays local, which is more important than ever as many businesses are reopening after the virus. Business needs to feel confident that they can make it and keep their doors open with a larger consumer base with the confidence of knowing their community supports them. Keeping your dollars local will add to the prosperity of our community

breweries. Did you know Mother Road Brewery partners with Arizona Game and Fish to support critical conservation work with a “Conserve and Protect Golden-Ale?” And, have you experienced the Flagstaff Brewery Trail? Try it and taste for yourself why the governor designated this mountain town as Arizona’s Leading Craft Brew City. Pick up brewery trail maps and passports at the Flagstaff Visitor Center or download at Flagstaff Brewery Trail (craftbeerflg.com).  Support education: Assist and encourage students with learning, read to kids and/or utilize library resources.  Mentor: Mentoring can have powerful effects on young people fostering growth and development.

Consider volunteering as a mentor at Big Brothers Big Sisters or coaching a young athlete with high altitude training. Did you know, world-class athletes come from all over the globe to train in Flagstaff, and that includes Olympians preparing for the Please see PLEDGE, Page M6

A health business climate and a thriving community are inseparable. and our quality of life, which we all enjoy.

If you were to go south to another city and do your shopping, you are elevating their economy. The Chamber asks you to stay put and shop here to elevate our local economy. Lots of great local businesses cater to outdoor recreation gear, culinary delights, boutique style clothing and jewelry, beer and wine, river running, snowboarding, skiing and more. You name a retail need and we likely have a local outlet in Flagstaff with those items.

So please LIVE LOCAL- LOVE LOCALBUY LOCAL! Why? Our Greater Flag Chamber motto states it the best: Because a health business climate and a thriving community are inseparable.

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hile the pandemic led some businesses to permanently close, others beat the odds to survive this past year and a number of brave entrepreneurs even opened new businesses in Flagstaff. By spending money at locally owned restaurants and businesses, visitors can help Flagstaff strengthen its economy after a long stretch of uncertainty and ensure new companies continue to thrive.

Keep in mind that occupancy is still limited and, as private entities, many shops require customers to wear a face covering over their mouth and nose as well as practice social distancing while they browse.

1. Hilltop Shops at Woodlands Village Treat your taste buds to flavorful cuisine at Hilltop Shops, 2500 S. Woodlands Village Blvd. Delhi Palace, is a local favorite for lunch and dinner, with gluten-free and vegan dishes available. Teppan Fuji Sushi Bar & Hibachi Grill offers bright flavors with fresh sushi rolls as well as tempura, teriyaki, Japanese-style noodles and more.

If Greek is what you’re craving, Taverna Mediterranean Grill is a must-stop while in town. Dine-in, take-out and delivery are offered at each of these restaurants. Or, for early risers, a comforting breakfast awaits at Over Easy, operated by Plated Projects — the same concept company behind Taverna.

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4. Aspen Place at the Sawmill

One of the newer — and still growing — parts of town, Aspen Place at the Sawmill, 319 S. Regent St., houses a variety of restaurants, shops and class-based gyms. Stop by the family-owned Chopstix Vietnamese Kitchen, 319 Regent St., for fresh pho, bahn mi sandwiches, spring rolls and more. If burgers and craft cocktails are more your flavor of the week, Whisk & Whisky is sure to deliver. Or purchase a drop-in class ($20) from CycleBar Flagstaff to get the blood pumping with fun soundtracks and encouraging coaches leading indoor cycling rides for all fitness levels.

2. Varsity Shopping Center

Bookmans Entertainment Exchange, 1520 S. Riordan Ranch St., has been an Arizona jewel since its first location opened in Tucson in 1976. A variety of used books, magazines, CDs, DVDs, video games, musical instruments and more are up for browsing, while the in-store café serves up coffee and tea drinks.

A few doors down, Burritos Fiesta Fresh Mexican Grill, 1530 S. Riordan Ranch St., offers a no-frills dining experience and for freshpressed juices, smoothies, bubble tea, dairy-free ice cream and more, Java Juice is the place to go.

3. Historic Downtown & Southside Downtown and the Southside neighborhood south of the train tracks offer a bevy of local shops and restaurants. A good place to start is Old Town Shops, 120 N. Leroux St., where shoppers can get their sugar fix at Flagstaff Chocolate Company or sit outside for

5. Fourth Street

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Fourth Street Vintage a meal at Diablo Burger. Then prepare for any outdoor adventure you’d like to embark on with gear from Babbitt’s Backcountry Outfitter, 12 E. Aspen Ave., Mountain Sports Flagstaff, 24 N. San Francisco St., or Peace Surplus, 14 W. Route 66. Newly opened Electric Bikes of Flagstaff, 14 E. Birch

Ave., also offers e-bike rentals and tours at www.flagstaffebiketours. com. A good place to start your day south of the tracks would be Biff’s Bagels, 1 S. Beaver St., for fresh bagels and coffee, or The Toasted Owl Café, 12 S. Mikes Pike, for breakfast burritos and mimosas on the patio.

Flagstaff’s Fourth Street Corridor has a lot to offer for those in search of one-of-a-kind shopping. First is Fourth Street Vintage, 1901 N. Fourth St., where inventory is constantly rotated with vintage vinyl, clothing, books, art, jewelry and more just waiting to be taken home. A little farther north, Satchmo’s serves up barbecue and authentic Cajun/Creole staples like jambalaya and gumbo.

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6. Kachina Square Shopping Center This nondescript shopping center right off of Historic Route 66 is home to several locally owned businesses that are sure to delight. Visitors planning ahead can order custom baked goods two or more days in advance from Sugar Mamas Bakery, 2612 N. Steves Blvd. For the little ones, browse carefully curated clothes, toys, books and more at Babies to Kids/Book Nest Toy Store, 2632 N. Steves Blvd. The owners also run the paint-your-own pottery studio and mercantile next door. Or stop by High Altitude Home Brew Supply, 2710 N. Steves Blvd., for all your fermentation needs as well as to-go bottles of beer, wine, sake, mead and cider.

7. Flagstaff Mall

The Flagstaff Mall, 4650 US-89, offers something much more than big-box department stores — think handmade art from local artists and antiques with unique sto-

ries. Nonprofit Artists’ Coalition of Flagstaff has promoted a wide variety of art since it was founded in 1996; its storefront, the Arts Connection, is currently located within the mall displaying one-of-a-kind creations from its members. And next door is Jack’s Antique, where shoppers can find previously loved jewelry, paintings, sculptures and more. Some of the artifacts the owners have stocked over the years even date back thousands of years.

8. Fort Valley/Highway 180

On the way toward the Grand Canyon, grab a coffee, a fresh pastry, meal, local honey, handmade soaps and lotions — practically anything you might need for the trip — from Flagstaff Station Market Café, 1800 N. Fort Valley Road. All menu items are made fresh in-house, and gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan options provide something for everyone. The Museum of Northern Arizona, 3101 N. Fort Valley Road, is also a worthwhile stop before or after your canyon visit. Reserve a time online to browse the collections then shop for books on the Colorado Plateau, handmade Navajo rugs, jewelry and more at the gift shop.

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lagstaff residents flocked to the city hall parking lot each weekend to fill their shopping bags with fresh veggies, honey, home-baked goods and more — but more than anything, were offered a sense of normalcy.

After being limited by pandemic closures last summer, the Flagstaff Community Market reopened for its 21st season in early May, welcoming vendors and customers to return to the community-oriented local alternative to grocery shopping.

This year’s season will run from May 2 until Oct. 17 and will operate under new COVID-19 mitigation guidelines.

According to Art Babbott, one of the FCM’s head organizers, the outdoor shopping venue is a safe way to purchase groceries during the pandemic — especially with the new precautions.

The market will require all vendors and staff to wear masks at the city’s request, and is encouraging customers to do so as well. Ac-

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cording to the FCM website, food sampling will be restricted and hand-washing facilities will be increased throughout the market. All vendors are required to have hand sanitizer at their booth, Babbott said.

Because the shopping venue is on city-owned property, it is subject to guidelines implemented to reduce the capacity of special events. The city currently places limits on the size of outdoor events using a capacity calculator, or a ratio of occupants to square footage — with the calculator set to be lifted July 1. In the case of the

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Vote: Register to vote, educate yourself about the candidates and issues before casting your vote in person or by mail.

Donate: Little actions add up, just like donations! Consider donating to a non-profit, school or organization of your choice. For example, drop-off items at Goodwill or non-perishable food items at the Flagstaff Family Food Center. Perhaps make a small donation to Pledge for the Wild by texting WILD4FLAG to 44321.

Each donation submitted by text-to-donate or through the pledgewild.com website is sent directly to the Flagstaff Trails Initiative.

Choosing to shop Flagstaff has many benefits to residents. For instance, a local purchase generates revenue that helps support parks and recreation, public safety, workforce, and much more. Specifically, purchasing a cup of coffee from a neighborhood coffee house or a vehicle

market, that figure includes both the square footage of the parking lot and the adjacent lawn area.

The market has requested that customers keep the shopping area distanced by utilizing the lawn area to eat breakfast and socialize with friends.

“The city does put reasonable conditions on the community market that would not be put on businesses on private property,” Babbott said. “The community market thanks the city for working with and allowing us to operate a market that is both safe and vibrant.”

Despite this season’s changes, Babbott said community vendors were filled with excitement as they returned following a difficult year marked by public health concern stemming from COVID-19.

Cara Corbin operates a local composting business, Corbin Composting, and usually attends the market as a vendor. She said it was an exciting moment for the community to be able to gather at city hall again.

“I think it’s super important to support local businesses.

Throughout COVID, people really missed that sense of community,”

Corbin said.

According to Babbot, the pandemic created significant challenges for local farmers looking to get their crops to consumers.

The result was a reduction of sales among the market’s producers and growers by more than 90% “From a farmer’s perspectives, it was frustrating that unlimited people could go into a grocery store or Super Walmart, yet they couldn’t easily shop at an outdoors farmers market providing the freshest local produce,” Babbott said.

To Babbott, the hard work of the community members who grow and raise food locally has not gone unnoticed, especially under the current circumstances. The market states that its mission remains to support and expand the number of independently operated family farms in northern Arizona.

“It’s more than any one individual product, but the collective of the products here at the market.

While there’s social media to market your business, there’s nothing like experiencing that face to face,” Corbin said.

from a Flagstaff dealership, directly results in collected taxes providing for better Flagstaff parks, beautification programs and much more.

By residents engaging and taking part, it is making a difference and connecting to what is loved about Flagstaff and living here, with everyday actions.

“My most rewarding time is reading to young children at our local schools and if you have that opportunity it will change your life forever,” Flagstaff Citizen of the Year and volunteer Gene Munger said.

“It’s about the feeling you get when giving back to the community and that actions do matter,” City of Flagstaff Economic Vitality Director Heidi Hansen said.

“You love Flagstaff. We love Flagstaff.

Let’s come together, take the pledge, and most importantly, share our actions, and be the city where people continue to visit, discover, grow and thrive.”

Flagstaff Local – My Actions Matter is brought to you by the City of Flagstaff to highlight the importance of keeping our collective actions local. Take the pledge today and participate in the Flagstaff Local movement at flagstafflocal.com.

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Shopping local keeps those dollars

IN THE COMMUNITY Through hiring employees to giving back to their communities, local business owners play a formative role in shaping the region around them

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any local small businesses are operated by people who grew up in the community and decided to open their shop or service in their hometown.

This instantly gives residents a personal connection with the owner and employees and creates a trusting relationship when offering knowledge about their product.

When you spend your money within their doors, think of it as neighbors helping neighbors.

Small businesses are often considered the backbones of their communities. According to the Institute for Local Self-Re-

liance, when $100 is spent locally, $58 remains in the area to boost the economy.

In contrast, if the same amount of money is paid at a chain store, the local area typically only keeps about $33. Find out other ways that local business owners help the region in which they operate.

Community involvement

Since many small business owners live and work in the community, they are likely to volunteer during local events, sponsor youth’s sports teams and mentor other entrepreneurs. A recent report from Small Business Trends also shows that about 52% of operation owners donate to

charity, with 90% of their contributions benefiting local causes.

Environmentally friendly

In many areas, locally owned businesses set up shop in the downtown area of their community.

Owners cause less impact on the environment by revitalizing historic landscapes, updating to energy efficient appliances and upgrading lighting systems rather than building new structures.

The Environmental Protection Agency suggests that clusters of small businesses in a walkable area can reduce car usage while encouraging green transportation

modes like walking or bicycling. Buying local also cuts down on demand for industrial production, which is responsible for about 50% of pollution in the United States.

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When businesses strive to compete with other companies and solve problems with innovative solutions, the entire community wins. Prices must remain competitive to stay relevant to consumers, and owner-operators will continue to reinvent their current products or services and push the envelope to create a more enjoyable experience.

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