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Flagstaff to begin culvert construction on April 21

Construction on the north half of a new arch culvert on Cedar Avenue in Flagstaff, Arizona, is set to start on Monday, April 21.

By Coconino News | Apr 14, 2025

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Coconino County: Residents received $666.1 million per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 7.8% of income in Coconino County, providing an average of $4,624 per capita to residents.

By Coconino News | Apr 13, 2025

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Flagstaff announces community events to combat waste and promote sustainability

By Coconino News | Apr 11, 2025

The City of Flagstaff Sustainability Office is organizing two events aimed at reducing waste in the community.

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Coconino County saw 11.8% increase in transfer dependency percentage since 1970 as of 2022

By Coconino News | Apr 4, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 20.8% of income in Coconino County, a 11.8% surge from 9% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.

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Flagstaff announces winners for ADU Model Plans Library

By Coconino News | Apr 2, 2025

The City of Flagstaff has announced the results of its Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Model Plans Request for Informal Proposals (RFIP).

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City of Flagstaff schedules events for Water Awareness Month in April

By Coconino News | Apr 1, 2025

The City of Flagstaff will mark Water Awareness Month in April with a series of events aimed at promoting water conservation among residents.

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Flagstaff offers rollout dumpsters for pine needle disposal to prevent wildfires

By Coconino News | Mar 28, 2025

The Flagstaff Fire Department, in collaboration with the City of Flagstaff Sustainability Division, is set to provide residents with rollout dumpsters for the disposal of pine needles in various neighborhoods.

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City of Flagstaff announces Earth Day celebration with music and workshops

By Coconino News | Mar 28, 2025

The City of Flagstaff invites the community to participate in the Earth Day Celebration on April 19, 2025, at Bushmaster Park.

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Flagstaff partners with APS for new public art initiative

By Coconino News | Mar 25, 2025

The City of Flagstaff and Arizona Public Service (APS) have launched a pilot program to transform 10 utility cabinets into artworks.

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University Avenue closure extended due to winter weather

By Coconino News | Mar 21, 2025

University Avenue, soon to be known as Fresquez Avenue, will remain closed between Milton Road and Yale Street until the week of April 7, 2025.

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Flagstaff proposes increases in local transaction privilege and use taxes

By Coconino News | Mar 21, 2025

The City of Flagstaff has announced a proposal to amend its tax code, aiming to increase both the local transaction privilege tax and use tax rates.

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Linda Vista Drive set to reopen before major intersection closure

By Coconino News | Mar 20, 2025

The City of Flagstaff and the Spruce Wash Flood Mitigation Team are progressing with flood mitigation efforts along Linda Vista Drive.

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Fourth-Lockett roundabout construction begins March 31

By Coconino News | Mar 18, 2025

The Arizona Department of Transportation, in collaboration with the City of Flagstaff and Fann Contracting, is preparing to initiate a construction project aimed at replacing the signalized intersection at Fourth Street and Cedar Avenue/Lockett...

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Flagstaff launches Innovate Green Challenge inviting sustainable business pitches

By Coconino News | Mar 17, 2025

The City of Flagstaff has announced the return of the Innovate Green Challenge, previously known as the Innovate Waste Challenge.

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Flagstaff invites public to meet Water Services Director candidates

By Coconino News | Mar 14, 2025

The City of Flagstaff is organizing a meet and greet event for the public to interact with the final candidates for the Water Services Director position.

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Flagstaff closes facilities early due to weather concerns

By Coconino News | Mar 13, 2025

City of Flagstaff recreation centers and libraries will close early on Thursday, March 13, due to expected inclement weather and poor road conditions.

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Flagstaff launches new platform for community engagement

By Coconino News | Mar 13, 2025

The City of Flagstaff has introduced a new platform named Connect Flagstaff, aimed at enhancing community information and engagement.

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Flagstaff water facility receives bronze level recognition from ADEQ

By Coconino News | Mar 12, 2025

The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) has recognized the City of Flagstaff's Rio de Flag Water Reclamation Facility with a Bronze Level award in its Voluntary Environmental Stewardship Program.

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City publishes findings from arts and culture study

By Coconino News | Mar 11, 2025

The City of Flagstaff has released findings from its "Art, Culture, Science and the Future in Flagstaff" report, now available on the city's website.

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Coconino County ranks 13th highest in Arizona for per capita government transfer income at $12,264 in 2022

By Coconino News | Mar 10, 2025

In 2022, residents of Coconino County received an average of $12,264 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it third lowest in Arizona.