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Sister Act At Yavapai Hills
Friday, May 02, 2008
The Prescott-Suchitoto Sister City Committee is holding an organization and information meeting Wednesday, May 7, 6 p.m at the Yavapai Hills Clubhouse at 4975 Hornet Dr. Council members Bob Roecker and Bob Bell as well…
Read the full story →Heroic Action Confirms Prescott's Place As Everybody's Hometown
Friday, May 02, 2008
On Saturday, April 26, 2008, Prescott Fire Department responded to an injured child call south of Lynx Lake. ***The following is the text of an e-mail sent to The City of Prescott from Mandy…
Read the full story →Fire Alert: Red Flag Conditions In Prescott Basin
Friday, May 02, 2008
According to Wildland Division Chief, Duane Steinbrink, weather conditions over the past several days throughout the Prescott Basin have precipitated Extreme/or Red Flag conditions. "The continuing drought conditions have resulted in severely stressed brush which…
Read the full story →Mayor Wilson's Presentation On Sewer Policy
Thursday, May 01, 2008
At the Tuesday April 30th Special Meeting, Mayor Wilson made a presentation to council with the goal of moving the sewer policy making process to a conclusion. "I had previously met with representatives of the North…
Read the full story →Prescott Farmers Market Opens for Season May 10
Thursday, May 01, 2008
Prescott, Arizona-The Prescott Farmers Market will begin its 12th season 7:30 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 10 in the main parking lot at Yavapai College. This year's Market offers: farm-fresh, locally grown produce; agricultural…
Read the full story →Aubrey Street Sinkhole Update
Monday, April 28, 2008
(Monday, April 29, 2008, 5 p.m.) According to Chad McDowell, City of Prescott Field Operations Manager, the Aubrey Street sinkhole was measured at a depth of twenty-eight feet. "We…
Read the full story →Caught On Tape: Prescott PD Stops Employee Theft
Monday, April 28, 2008
From August, 2007 until April 26, 2008 Bradshaw Mountain Labs in Prescott had fallen victim to at least eight internal thefts. In the nine month period, over $3600.00 in cash has been taken from offices…
Read the full story →Aubrey Street Closed Due To Sinkhole
Monday, April 28, 2008
At approximately 12:15 today, a citizen called police dispatch to report a sinkhole off Montezuma Street. When police and the City's Streets division responded, they discovered what became a twenty-three foot deep…
Read the full story →Prescott Police Seeking Tips In Vandalism Case
Monday, April 28, 2008
On Sunday, April 27, in the early morning hours, the Prescott Police Department received numerous calls regarding vehicle windows being shot out, possibly by a BB or pellet gun. The majority of the damage occurred…
Read the full story →City Council Special Meeting Scheduled
Monday, April 28, 2008
Since Tuesday April 29th is the fifth Tuesday of the month, Prescott's city council will not hold its regular meeting. Instead, a Special Meeting will be held at City Hall at 2 p.m. **Special…
Read the full story →Councilman Roecker to Attend Immigration and ICE Meeting at Yavapai Hills
Monday, April 28, 2008
The Yavapai Hills Homeowners Assn is hosting a May 7 organizational and informational meeting on the issues of illegal immigration and enforcement. The location: Yavapai Hills Club House, 4975 Hornet Dr. at 6pm…
Read the full story →Highway 89 Closed Due to Serious Roll Over Accident
Friday, April 25, 2008
Prescott PD is currently investigating a serious rollover accident at Perkins Road and Highway 89 . Due to this serious accident Highway 89 has been shut down. Traffic will be routed south bound…
Read the full story →Police Academy I: First Class Graduates
Friday, April 25, 2008
The Prescott PD hosted "Citizens Police Academy" has graduated it first 23 residents. According to Lt. Andrew Reinhardt, the Academy has provided residents in the community with an inside look at law enforcement. …
Read the full story →From Prescott PD: Prom Night Tips
Friday, April 25, 2008
It's never too early to talk to your child about safety on prom night. "Prom should be a time that they enjoy, but it also is crucial that students are urged to be safe and…
Read the full story →Junior Golf Tees Off At Antelope Hills
Friday, April 25, 2008
Antelope Hills Golf Course is kicking off its Junior Golf season with an Open House this Saturday, April 26th at 11 a.m. There will be a FREE 1 hour clinic on the driving range, and…
Read the full story →Police Blotter: Local Pot Bust
Thursday, April 24, 2008
According to Lt. Andrew Reinhardt, spokesperson for Prescott Police, officers were patrolling the 800 block of 2nd street today when notified that a subject known as "The Medicine Man" was attempting to sell drugs. …
Read the full story →Prescott PD Officer: Educator of the Month
Wednesday, April 23, 2008
Officer Amy Drew was chosen as educator of the month at Prescott's Mile High Middle School. Each month, students and faculty members have the opportunity to nominate both certified and non-certified teaching personnel based…
Read the full story →DUI Taskforce Yields Sobering Results
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
On April 19, 2008, the Tri-City DUI Taskforce conducted a DUI Sobriety Checkpoint at the intersection of Gurley Street and Bradshaw Drive in Prescott. The goal of the checkpoint was to detect and deter…
Read the full story →2008 Water & Wastewater Rate and Impact Fee Report Available Online
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
In September 2007, the City of Prescott engaged Economists.com to prepare a water and wastewater rate study, an impact fee study, and a longterm financial plan for FY 2008 and beyond. During the course of this…
Read the full story →Council Meeting Agenda On-Line
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Highlights for City Council Meeting, April 22nd, 2008: **Invocation** Chaplain Jack Unangst of the VA Medical Center *Councilman Luzius will be attending the meeting telephonically. **Public Comment** - Yavapai Rovers re 4-H Sale - Dave Marston re Update on…
Read the full story →SR 89 Crash Update
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Prescott Police investigated a fatal accident that occurred about 10:40 A.M. in the area of Granite Dells. A tractor trailer, driven by James Guy, a 67-year old Flagstaff resident, was traveling southbound on SR…
Read the full story →SR 89 Closed Due To Fatal Traffic Accident
Monday, April 21, 2008
Prescott Police are currently investigating a fatal accident in the area of Granite Dells. A tractor trailer which was traveling southbound on SR 89 swerved to avoid a northbound vehicle that drove into the…
Read the full story →Memorial Day Trash Pick-up Schedule
Monday, April 21, 2008
There will be no residential trash and recycle pick- up on Monday May 26th in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. If your residential service is Monday, please have cans curbside on Tuesday by…
Read the full story →City Hosts Series Of Gold Plate Luncheons
Monday, April 21, 2008
The Gold Plate Luncheon is a quarterly series of programs designed to stimulate discussion and excitement about economic development assets in our community, according to Jane Bristol, the City of Prescott's Director of Economic Development. …
Read the full story →Sharlot Hall Events Mark 80th Anniversary
Monday, April 21, 2008
**Celebrate Mother's Day for free at the Sharlot Hall Museum.** "Please join us as we honor your mother, and the mother of Arizona History, Sharlot Mabridth Hall," said Robin Ellensohn, the venerable museum's marketing coordinator. "Enjoy free…
Read the full story →Taking Stock: Library Invests In New Service
Monday, April 21, 2008
Value Line Research Center includes Value Line's leading publications covering approximately 8,000 stocks, 13,000 mutual funds and 80,000 options and convertible securities as well as special situation stocks. Previously available only at the library, this subscription service is now…
Read the full story →Library's Storytime Show Hits The Airwaves
Monday, April 21, 2008
The Youth Services staff have produced their first half-hour "Prescott Public Library Storytime Show." The premiere show includes readings of three stories - one each from local celebrities Amadee, Mr. Steve and Miss Joyce - and a…
Read the full story →Doggie Do's and Do Nots
Thursday, April 17, 2008
The Parks and Recreation Department recently posted signage at all ballfields informing citizens that pets are not allowed on athletic fields, citing the City Code section (15-1-15) which authorizes the City to enforce this restriction. …
Read the full story →Building Department Helps Put A Nail In Hunger
Thursday, April 17, 2008
During Building Safety Week, May 5th - May 9th, the Arizona State Permit Tech Association is teaming up with the City of Prescott's Building Department to organize a food Drive. Donation boxes will be located at…
Read the full story →City Expands Recycling Capabilities
Thursday, April 17, 2008
In 2007, the Prescott City Council requested an expansion the Transfer Station's recycling capabilities. According to Chad McDowell, Field Operations Manager, Council recently approved the acquisition of a roll-off truck and sufficient containers. "The new equipment…
Read the full story →City News Briefs
Thursday, April 17, 2008
Information provided within City News Briefs is written by department heads and submitted to the City Manager's Office for the benefit of the Mayor, council, and the public. **Speak English** The American Library Association has awarded…
Read the full story →Prescott PD's DUI Warning
Thursday, April 17, 2008
On Saturday April 19th, the Prescott PD will be hosting a DUI sobriety checkpoint at the intersection of Gurley and Bradshaw from 8:00 PM until 3:00 AM. DUI Checkpoints are a nationally implemented deterrent…
Read the full story →Upcoming Water Awareness Events
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Thursday, April 17th. Brown Bag Lunch at the Public Library 12 Noon to 1:00. Learn how to save money and water. Shaun Rydell, City of Prescott, Water Conservation Coordinator will present information on the…
Read the full story →6th Street Bike Lane Issue Discussed at Council Meeting
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
At this week's council meeting, the spokes of change whirred when the agenda turned to the issue of reducing the number of driving lanes on Sixth street while adding bicycle lanes on each side. At the…
Read the full story →This Year's "Cinco"... A "Cero"
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
"The maracas won't be shaking this year," said Special Events Coordinator, Becky Garvin, referring to the recent cancellation Prescott's annual Cinco de Mayo Celebration. The popular event drew hundreds of participants last year…
Read the full story →Citywide Drop-off Points For 2050 Visioning Surveys
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
2050 Visioning citizen surveys may be dropped off in the library book return boxes at the following locations: Marler's Furniture 1375 W Iron Springs Rd Fire Station 75 315 Lee Blvd Prescott Gateway Branch Inside Prescott Gateway Mall 3250 Gateway Blvd #310 Fire Station…
Read the full story →Prescott A Big Draw For State Airport Execs
Friday, April 11, 2008
The City of Prescott is proud to host the Arizona Airports Association (AzAA) 2008 "Dutch Bertholf" Spring Conference April 14-17 at the Prescott Resort Conference Center. Approximately 175 aviation industry officials and representatives from across…
Read the full story →City News Round-Up
Thursday, April 03, 2008
Information within City News Round-Up is written by department heads and submitted to the City Manager's Office for the benefit of the Mayor, council, and the public. **Smiles on Copper Basin Road** With water…
Read the full story →City Hosting Crime Prevention Forum
Thursday, April 03, 2008
On Tuesday, April 8th, The City of Prescott will host the Crime & Prevention Forum in council chambers. The forum offers an opportunity for residents to learn more about crime and fraud and their impact on…
Read the full story →Water/Wastewater Review Process Begins
Wednesday, April 02, 2008
At a workshop Tuesday afternoon, Dan Jackson of the highly regarded economists.com, a financial consulting firm retained by the City to develop new rates and fees for water/sewer service, gave a presentation to council. …
Read the full story →Prescott Receives Nationwide Recognition
Wednesday, April 02, 2008
In late 2007, nationally acclaimed business magazine, Inc. released its heavily anticipated Boomtown Rankings for large and small U.S. cities. The ranking system indicated Prescott was well on its way to being re-branded as "Everybody's Boomtown,"…
Read the full story →City Grant Reduces Family Dog Adoption Cost
Tuesday, April 01, 2008
The Prescott Animal Control Center spaying and neutering operations are now partially funded by a $5000 grant awarded by the AZ Companion Animal Spay and Neuter Committee. "The funds, authorized through the sale of Arizona's…
Read the full story →City Council To Consider Water/Sewer Rates
Monday, March 31, 2008
At their Tuesday April 1st meeting, City Council will study and discuss rates for three city departments: water, sewer and golf course. A 1 p.m. workshop will feature discussion on water and wastewater rates and a…
Read the full story →Elks Announces Summer Schedule
Friday, March 28, 2008
The Elks Opera House Summer Schedule: - **Young Star Musical presents Music Man** April 3 through 12 Thursday, Friday Shows 7 PM, Saturday Shows 2 PM and 7 PM $12 advance; $15…
Read the full story →Trails Supervisor Eric Smith To Appear On Good Morning, Arizona
Thursday, March 27, 2008
City of Prescott Trails Supervisor Eric Smith will appear on the popular television program Good Morning, Arizona. Smith, a long-time Prescottonian and expert on local history, toured the Granite Dells recreation areas with TV…
Read the full story →City of Prescott Expands Air Service
Thursday, March 27, 2008
"Every once in a while, you get something that can make a huge difference," said David Maurer, CEO, Prescott Chamber of Commerce, referring to city council's unanimous decision to approve Horizon Air's contract for…
Read the full story →Farmers Markets and Prescott College Partner to Promote Locally Grown Food
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
Prescott College's Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program and local Farmers Markets have joined forces this year in an effort to enhance quantity and quality of local foods available to community members and to support local…
Read the full story →Get Smart: Water Smart
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
April showers bring May flowers, and our seasonal reminder to preserve and conserve our region's most precious resources: water. The City of Prescott invites its citizens to join in Water Awareness Month by participating…
Read the full story →Sharlot Hall Hires New Marketing Coordinator
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
Robin Ellensohn, formerly of Manhattan Beach, California, has joined the Sharlot Hall Museum staff as Marketing Coordinator. She credits the dovetailing of several careers--magazine editor, freelance writer, and television commercial production manager, with bringing…
Read the full story →PV's Town Council Supports Horizon's Arrival
Monday, March 24, 2008
Though The Yavapai County supervisors passed on involvement with Horizon Air's service from Prescott to LAX, Prescott Valley's town council is on-board, believing it's "a regional asset." The City of Prescott is seeking a…
Read the full story →Council To Consider Large Open Space Purchase
Monday, March 24, 2008
At its Tuesday, March 25th voting session, the Prescott City Council is slated to consider a purchase agreement for a $2.9 million purchase of 35 acres of Granite Dells land. The property, known as Hazelwood…
Read the full story →Huge Turnout For Easter Egg-Stravaganza On Courthouse Square
Monday, March 24, 2008
Throughout the Annual Easter Egg-Stravaganza on the Courthouse Plaza Square event, thousands of children and their parents enjoyed arts and crafts, pictures with Peter Rabbit, a dunk tank, inflatable rides, hot dogs and drinks…
Read the full story →Last Week For Phippen Membership Drive
Monday, March 24, 2008
The Phippen Museum is excited to announce that March is again our official Membership Drive Month. Those who sign up for a new membership during the month of March will get 10% off the…
Read the full story →Unpaved Streets Project Meeting
Monday, March 24, 2008
The City of Prescott is currently working with design firm PBS&J to develop utility upgrades and roadway improvement plans for Idylwild Road from west of Lindbergh Drive to Gurley Street; Ring Drive from Idylwild Road to the…
Read the full story →Route 87 Closed For Emergency Repairs
Monday, March 24, 2008
The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) has closed State Route 87 after ADOT crews discovered a land slide between Phoenix and Payson. The land slide is occurring in the Slate Creek area between Sunflower…
Read the full story →Direct Flight To LAX From Prescott On The Horizon
Thursday, March 20, 2008
At their study session on Tuesday, Prescott City Council members heard a proposal to attract Horizon Airlines of the Alaska Air group to the Prescott Airport bringing a new commercial direct flight to and from…
Read the full story →Free Homework Help From Prescott Public Library
Thursday, March 20, 2008
Children and teens in Prescott never have to be stumped by a tough homework assignment again! Students from 4th grade to 12th grade, and those in introductory-level college courses, can simply visit Prescott Public…
Read the full story →Acker Trust Board Meeting Today
Thursday, March 20, 2008
Acker Trust Board Meeting today, March 20, 2008 at 4:00 p.m. in the Rowle P Simmons Community Center, 1280 E Rosser Street, Prescott. 1. Call to Order and Approval of Minutes from September 12, 2007 2. Review…
Read the full story →Academy Firefighters To Perform First Prescribed Burn Within Prescott City Limits
Thursday, March 20, 2008
Firefighters attending the 6th annual Arizona Wildfire Academy this week at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University are scheduled to conduct the first prescribed burn within Prescott city limits beginning at 9 a.m. Thursday, March 20. Area residents…
Read the full story →Community Meeting On Road Upgrades Scheduled
Thursday, March 20, 2008
The City of Prescott is developing a design to upgrade the existing utilities and roadway surface conditions on the following neighborhood roads: Idylwild Road from west of Lindbergh Drive to Gurley Street; Ring Drive from Idylwild Road to…
Read the full story →Capital Needs Committee To Meet At Hassayampa Inn
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
The Prescott Capital Needs Committee is meeting on March 19, 2008, 4-6 p.m. at the Hassayampa Inn, Arizona Room. The agenda included the second part of the Public Safety capital needs and follow-up discussion…
Read the full story →City To Host Crime & Fraud Prevention Forum
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
On Tuesday, April 8th, The City of Prescott will host the Crime & Prevention Forum in council chambers. The forum offers an opportunity for residents to learn more about crime and fraud and their impact on…
Read the full story →Granite Street Garage Fee Days Announced
Friday, March 14, 2008
Days in bold are $5.00; all others $3.00 - May 10-11 Mountain Artists Guild Spring Show - **May 24-25 Phippen Fine Art Show and Sale (event May 24-26)** - June 1 …
Read the full story →City Website Goes Live With Interactive Pothole Reporting System
Thursday, March 13, 2008
The City of Prescott's web development team recently went live with an interactive pothole reporting system. "This is a pilot project for gathering information from the citizens via a map interface," said Cat Moody…
Read the full story →Community Nature Center To Re-Open
Thursday, March 13, 2008
The scenic 18-acre Community Nature Center located at 1980 Williamson Valley Road next to Granite Mountain Middle School will re-open April 5th. According to Eric Smith, Parks and Trails Superintendent, hours of operation will…
Read the full story →Scales of Justice Take The Load Off City Streets
Thursday, March 13, 2008
Prior to Tuesday's council meeting, Prescott PD Officer Garry Grahlmann presented the City's state of the art inspection vehicle to the public with the addition of two new, portable scales for weighing suspected overweight trucks…
Read the full story →Downtown Library Sculpture Installed
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
Prescott Public Library's outdoor reading courtyard hosts a new sculpture. Jesse Homoki's Mountain Lion lounges on the north wall, looking out over Goodwin Street. The lion was installed Monday, March 10, the culmination of…
Read the full story →Capital Needs Committee Focuses On Public Safety
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
The Prescott Capital Needs Committee is meeting on March 12, 2008, 4-6 p.m. at the Hassayampa Inn, Arizona Room. The agenda will include a review of the committee meeting guidelines which were set at…
Read the full story →City Council Approves Side Road Contract
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
At Tuesday's meeting, Prescott City Council voted 6-1 to approve a $1.7 million supplemental contract with Parsons Transportation Group for the final design of an interchange near Highway 89A and Side Road. Cost of the…
Read the full story →Traveler Alert: I-17 Closed at Carefree Highway
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
Drivers are urged to plan for extra travel time this weekend while Interstate 17 is closed at Carefree Highway (State Route 74) for bridge demolition work. Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) crews will tear down the…
Read the full story →Where There's A Gill, There's A Way
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
In the wake of recent retirements at the Prescott Police Department, city veteran Rich Gill of the Code Enforcement Division was promoted to the rank of lieutenant. "When we announced the internal testing process…
Read the full story →Get Hooked On Fishing At Goldwater Lake
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
On Saturday, March 22, 2008, the Arizona Game & Fish Department, in partnership with the City of Prescott Parks & Recreation, will offer a Community Fishing Clinic at Goldwater Lake Park. Game & Fish Wildlife Managers will be…
Read the full story →City Council Special Meeting Scheduled for March 11th
Monday, March 10, 2008
At 2:45 in the City Hall parking lot at 201 S. Cortez, a demonstration will be given by Officer Garry Grahlmann of a new enforcement vehicle and scales used by Prescott Police Department for weighing…
Read the full story →Buyer Beware: Consumer Reports Goes Online At Public Library
Monday, March 10, 2008
Sign up for a free one hour, hands-on lesson to learn about Consumer Reports online Tuesday, March 11 at 4 p.m. at Prescott Public Library. Learn to access Consumer Reports through the library web…
Read the full story →Granite Street Garage Fee Days Announced
Tuesday, March 04, 2008
The City of Prescott's Administrative Services Department, management entity for the Granite Street Garage, recently released their "fee day" schedule for the balance of the calendar year. Events in bold have a $5.00 fee…
Read the full story →Access 13 to Broadcast 60th Annual Prescott and Bradshaw Kiwanis Club Auction
Tuesday, March 04, 2008
The Kiwanis Auction is one of the oldest continuous fund raisers in the Prescott area and the largest all volunteer TV production in Arizona. Last year the auction raised $192,000 for children's programs and…
Read the full story →Prescott Building Headed For Greener Pastures
Monday, March 03, 2008
The "green movement" is gaining worldwide momentum and building a strong foundation in Everybody's Hometown. "Sustainable living is vital to everyone's future--and Prescott should be a leader, said city councilwoman, Lora Lopas. …
Read the full story →Council Meeting Agenda On-Line
Monday, March 03, 2008
**HIGHLIGHTS OF THE MARCH 4 STUDY SESSION** **Invocation** Major Trimmer of the Salvation Army **Proclamations** American Red Cross Month Red Light Running Awareness Month **Selected Discussion Items** Acceptance of bid from U.S. Transportation Services and purchase of 20 six-yard and 20…
Read the full story →Visioning 2050: Volunteer Recruitment Effort Continues
Sunday, March 02, 2008
"We listen," says Dr. William Arnold, chair of the fledgling Prescott 2050 Visioning Committee. Arnold has held two volunteer recruitment sessions and had dozens sign on to help shape Prescott's future. Even so…
Read the full story →Lowe's Wall: Repair Update
Sunday, March 02, 2008
The review process for repair of the facade wall at the Lowe's Hwy. 69 store is a work-in-progress with an uncertain time frame. Once the City of Prescott Engineering Services Department has all third-party…
Read the full story →Reorganization at Prescott Municipal Airport
Friday, February 29, 2008
The Airport Department is undergoing a major reorganization which will become effective tonight at midnight. "After receiving Council approval in December of 2007, the Airport is finally getting out of the Fixed Base Operations (FBO)…
Read the full story →City of Prescott News Briefs
Friday, February 29, 2008
City of Prescott News Briefs originates as an internal document which provides updates from every corner of the city operation to council members. Text is provided by City of Prescott department heads. *Rails-to-Trails Proposal to…
Read the full story →Police Blotter: Prescott Resident Arrested for Passing Counterfeit Bills
Friday, February 29, 2008
According to Prescott PD spokesman, Lt. Andrew Reinhardt, Prescott Resident Melanie Ann Grounds, 40, was arrested Thursday afternoon and booked into the Yavapai County Jail on five counts of possession of a forged instrument and…
Read the full story →Prescott Animal Control Awarded Grant For Spay/Neuter Program
Friday, February 29, 2008
According to Ryan Smith, Community Planner for the City of Prescott, The Prescott Animal Control Center spay and neuter operations will be partially funded by a $5000 grant awarded by the AZ Companion Animal Spay…
Read the full story →City Streamlines Grants Policy
Thursday, February 28, 2008
On Tuesday, by a 5-2 vote, council agreed to change its grants policy to allow city staff to approve applications and acceptance of grants that do not exceed $20,000. Previously, it was the responsibility of City…
Read the full story →Calming After The Storm
Thursday, February 28, 2008
Residents of Rosser Street through the Eagle Ridge area have lobbied the city for "traffic calming" measures--street engineering that reduces driving speeds. At Tuesday's workshop, council gave city traffic engineers the green light to proceed…
Read the full story →Vehicle Theft Prevention Day With Prescott PD: It's A Steal
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
In an effort to increase vehicle theft awareness, the Prescott Police Department is coordinating with the Arizona Auto Theft Authority on a statewide "prevention first" campaign. "Our goals are to educate Arizona residents and…
Read the full story →On Today's Council Meeting Docket
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Pastor Danny Cox of Prescott Christian Church will give the invocation. Public comment will feature Frank Creelman on roundabouts. Presentations will be made by: Howard Mechanic regarding the Prescott Community Access Channel, Jim…
Read the full story →City Joins Conservation Groups In Water Clean-up Project
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Prescott Creeks, a local conservation group, has a goal--clean up Watson Lake and Watson Woods Creek so they meet standards set by the federal government's Clean Water Act. The result? The Arizona…
Read the full story →Police Blotter: Fourth Lockdown For Prescott High School
Monday, February 25, 2008
At approximately 8:55 a.m., Prescott Police received a 911 call from a citizen that reported hearing a gun shot and seeing gun smoke originating from an individual from a location across from Prescott High School…
Read the full story →Foresight Is 2050: Mayor's Advisory Committee Sharpens Focus
Friday, February 22, 2008
At Thursday evening's 2050 Visioning Committee kick-off meeting, Steven Corey, Executive Vice President of host Prescott College, welcomed Mayor Jack Wilson, Dr. William Arnold and over 100 attendees to the Crossroads Center. "Prescott College is proud…
Read the full story →Prescott Capital Needs Committee Formed
Friday, February 22, 2008
Following their annual goal-setting conference in January, city council members moved to form a citizen based "blue ribbon" committee to examine the possibility of a November bond election. Funds would be channeled toward a…
Read the full story →Mayor's "Prescott 2050" Visioning Committee Kick-off Scheduled
Thursday, February 14, 2008
What do we want Prescott to look like for our children and their children?" asks Mayor Jack Wilson. Based upon his desire to answer this far-reaching question, Wilson has initiated the creation of a visionary mayor's…
Read the full story →Prescott Police Department Blotter: Bank Robbery On Willow Creek
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
On February 11, 2008 at about 12:10 p.m., Prescott Police responded to a bank robbery at the Bank of America on Willow Creek Road. When police arrived at the Bank of America, they learned…
Read the full story →Mayor's Ad Hoc Committees: An Open Letter From Jack Wilson
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
Based upon concerns raised by the media, City Attorney Gary Kidd is reviewing City of Prescott procedures relating to Mayor appointed Ad Hoc Committees. I want to ensure that we have standard operating procedures that cover…
Read the full story →City of Prescott To Host National Flying Event
Monday, February 11, 2008
The City of Prescott and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University's Golden Eagles Flight Team will host the National Intercollegiate Flying Association (NIFA) regional SAFECON (Safety and Flight Evaluation Conference). The competition offers individual and team events…
Read the full story →Council Docket February 12th
Monday, February 11, 2008
At it's voting session tomorrow, City Council will consider a five-year extension for final plat for Victory Hills and he Ranch at Prescott. Following the voting session, council will adjourn into executive session for legal…
Read the full story →Prescott PD Seeks Leads In Whiskey Row Assault Case
Friday, February 08, 2008
On Friday, February 8, 2008 at approximately 2a.m., Prescott Police Officers responded to the 100 block of South Montezuma Street (Whiskey Row), in reference to an assault. When officers arrived, they found Cassie R…
Read the full story →Steve Norwood Announces City's Reorganization Plans
Friday, February 08, 2008
"In an effort to continue forward with our common goal of growing a strong, vibrant city during these challenging economic times, I have implemented a few organizational changes," announced Prescott City Manager, Steve Norwood. Norwood confirmed…
Read the full story →Treading On Thin Ice: A Cautionary Rescue
Thursday, February 07, 2008
On the morning of Tuesday February 5, the Prescott Fire Department Technical Rescue Team received a call to assist with the removal of a deer that had fallen through the ice at lower Goldwater…
Read the full story →Local Preservationist To Be Honored
Thursday, February 07, 2008
Local preservationist Elisabeth Ruffner will be honored along with 5 other Arizonans March 29 at the Historical League's Historymakers Gala. Ruffner led a local campaign to build the new Prescott Library and is currently active in…
Read the full story →City Launches Pothole Repair Hotline
Thursday, February 07, 2008
"The City of Prescott's Streets Division is enlisting the aid of local citizens in an effort to better maintain streets and roads," stated Chad McDowell, Field Operations Manager. McDowell encourages citizens to call the City's new Street…
Read the full story →Up, Up and Away to L.A.--From Prescott
Wednesday, February 06, 2008
Dialogue will continue between The City of Prescott's Economic Development Director, Jane Bristol, and an unnamed airline lobbying, informally to provide service from Prescott Municipal Airport to Southern California. The proposal indicates one flight per…
Read the full story →City's Preservation Specialist to Share the Love
Wednesday, February 06, 2008
Nancy Burgess, Preservation Specialist for the City of Prescott, has trained her historical eye on Prescott's municipal airport--Ernest A. Love Field. Her compilation of historical records and photographs will be presented as "A History…
Read the full story →Hot Off The Press: City News Updates
Wednesday, February 06, 2008
For the benefit of council members and the public, The City Manager's Office releases general updates weekly. For the week of February 4th... **Holocaust Memorial comes to Prescott** Prescott Public Library and the Friends…
Read the full story →Super Tuesday
Tuesday, February 05, 2008
Arizona polls are open today from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Voters can find polling places on their sample ballots, by calling 771-3248, or by going to Yavapai County [online](http://www.co.yavapai.az.us). Click on "elections and voting"…
Read the full story →Agenda For Tuesday's City Council Meeting Online
Monday, February 04, 2008
The City of Prescott now offers an electronic version of City Council agendas. [Click here](http://www.cityofprescott.net/leadership/meetings/) for an Acrobat file of the session scheduled for Tuesday, February 5th. Go to Agendas & Minutes and click on…
Read the full story →PUSD Issues Cancellation Notice
Monday, February 04, 2008
At 5:15 a.m. the Prescott Unified School District announced the cancellation of all classes due to poor weather conditions. Schedules for extra-curricular activities will be determined later in the day. The cancellation is also in affect…
Read the full story →Sewer Policy In The Public Works
Friday, February 01, 2008
At Tuesday's council workshop, Public Works Director Craig McConnell presented a high priority issue from city council's recent retreat -- how to approach the city's unsewered areas. McConnell noted that creating sewer infrastructure, primarily in North…
Read the full story →Latest Report On Lowe's Wall
Friday, February 01, 2008
According to City officials, a "conceptual report" has been submitted by Lowe's for repair of the facade wall at its Highway 69 store. The company is considering a "soil nailing system" which utilizes a series of…
Read the full story →City Receives Charge To Recharge
Thursday, January 31, 2008
"The City of Prescott is prohibited from sending water from Watson and Willow Lakes to our recharge facility from December-March of each year, unless Salt River Project (SRP) lakes on the Verde system are full…
Read the full story →Prescott Police Officers Return To Duty
Wednesday, January 30, 2008
"After reviewing the preliminary results of the DPS investigation, and debriefing both of the officers involved, PPD Command Staff decided to return the officers to full duty effective immediately," said Chief of Police, Randy Oaks. According to Chief…
Read the full story →City Council Supports Citizens' Committee
Wednesday, January 30, 2008
At Tuesday's workshop, city council members agreed to proceed with the formation of a citizens' committee to study capital needs and develop a plan for presenting a comprehensive bond issue to Prescott's voters in…
Read the full story →Super Bowl Support Role for Prescott Airport
Wednesday, January 30, 2008
"The City of Prescott has been asked and has agreed to support security operations for the upcoming Super Bowl to be hosted in Phoenix, AZ," said airport manager Ben Vardiman. A specialized team, comprised of members…
Read the full story →City Council Honors Two of Prescott's Finest
Tuesday, January 29, 2008
On Tuesday, in city council chambers, Prescott Police Department veterans Lt. Greg Nordyke and Deputy Chief Dave Benner were honored before friends, family, colleagues, and a standing room only crowd. "Lt. Nordyke and I started our…
Read the full story →City's Code Enforcement Division Cleans Up With Students
Tuesday, January 29, 2008
On January 19th 2008, Code Enforcement teamed up with the United Christian Youth Camp to conduct a Neighborhood Cleanup in the Cortez Park Subdivision (Birch, Cherry, Linden, Cypress and Middlebrook). Approximately 350 students from UCYC gathered to beautify…
Read the full story →City Council Updates
Monday, January 28, 2008
**Homework Help** Prescott area students in grades 4-12, early college students, adults going back to school and parents and teachers will soon have access to live homework help from professional tutors, even when the…
Read the full story →Council Meeting Agenda On-Line
Monday, January 28, 2008
The City of Prescott now offers an electronic version of City Council agendas. [Click here](http://www.cityofprescott.net/leadership/meetings/) for an Acrobat file of the study session scheduled for Tuesday, January 15th. Go to Agendas & Minutes…
Read the full story →Suspect Arrested For Setting Fire To A Prescott Motel
Thursday, January 24, 2008
On January 23, 2008, at approximately 11:50 p.m., Prescott Police Officers responded to the 1200 block of East Gurley Street reference a suspicious person. The officer learned that a visibly upset man had purchased…
Read the full story →Wings and A Prayer: Council Considers Direct Flight From Prescott to L.A.
Thursday, January 24, 2008
At Tuesday's council session, Jane Bristol, the city's Director of Economic Development, said a (confidential) subsidiary of a national airline recently tendered a proposal for adding a daily flight from Prescott to Los Angeles. Council…
Read the full story →Council Hears Economic Agility Presentation
Thursday, January 24, 2008
At Tuesday's meeting, Dr. Charles Grantham, chairman of the Mayor's Advisory Committee on Economic Development, presented his vision for a new business attraction strategy. Grantham, author of the acclaimed business book "Corporate Agility," suggested moving the…
Read the full story →Protective Vest Prevents Serious Injury To Prescott PD Officer
Thursday, January 24, 2008
According to Chief of Police Randy Oaks, twelve-year veteran Sgt. Kevin Perlak was released from YRMC after being shot once in the chest while pursuing a suspect Tuesday in a field near Lee Boulevard and…
Read the full story →Officer Involved Shooting Reported
Tuesday, January 22, 2008
Late Tuesday afternoon, local press organizations reported an officer-involved shooting which occurred in the area of Lee Boulevard off Highway 69. According to the reports, paramedics treated three individuals at the scene including…
Read the full story →Peregrine Season: Area Closures Coming Soon to Granite Mountain and Thumb Butte
Tuesday, January 22, 2008
Prescott National Forest visitors have ten more days before officials implement restrictions on climbing and other activities on the cliff faces of both Granite Mountain and Thumb Butte on Friday, February 1, 2008. As…
Read the full story →January 22nd Council Meeting Agenda On-Line
Tuesday, January 22, 2008
Amended Voting Meeting Hightlights Presentation by local author Dr. Charles Grantham ("Corporate Agility") on Mayor's Advisory Committee on Economic Development. Presentation by Central Yavapai Metropolitan Planning Organization (CYMPO) on regional transportation initiatives and goals. An Executive session regarding…
Read the full story →Tri-City Titans To Support Big Brothers/Big Sisters "Bowl For Kid's Sake"
Wednesday, January 16, 2008
More than 40 members of the Copper Football League's Tri-city Titans will hit the lanes in support of the 2008 Big Brothers and Big Sisters "Bowl for Kid's Sake" event on Mar. 1-2 and 8-9…
Read the full story →Downtown Library Presents: Murals Around the World!
Wednesday, January 16, 2008
In honor of the upcoming Prescott Public Library's "Mural Beyond Words" the Prescott Downtown Mural Project presents "Murals Around the World!" Join us on Wednesday, January 30, at 7 p.m. in Founders Suite B at Prescott…
Read the full story →Gov. Napolitano Plays To A Packed Elks
Wednesday, January 16, 2008
In her State of the State address to an SRO crowd at the Elks Opera House, Governor Janet Napolitano promised Prescott Mayor Jack Wilson that her soon to be unveiled budget will not take revenue…
Read the full story →Council Meeting Agenda On-Line
Monday, January 14, 2008
The City of Prescott now offers an electronic version of City Council agendas. [Click here](http://www.cityofprescott.net/leadership/meetings/) for an Acrobat file of the study session scheduled for Tuesday, January 15th. Go to Agendas & Minutes…
Read the full story →Council Retreat Yields Fiscal Focus
Sunday, January 13, 2008
Challenging economic times narrowed the focus of council's recent two-day, annual goals retreat at the Antelope Hills Old Clubhouse. Though the group considered and prioritized a wide array of projects and policies, the primary hurdle…
Read the full story →Governor Napolitano Slated For Elks Visit
Thursday, January 10, 2008
On Jan. 15, city of Prescott residents can attend the "State of the State" address by Governor Janet Napolitano at the Elks Opera House. The visit is part of a multi-city tour during the opening…
Read the full story →Lowe's Releases Statement
Thursday, January 10, 2008
In regards to the on-going situation with the compromised facing of their earth wall, the following statement was submitted to The City of Prescott by Lowe's headquarters. Lowe's representatives and the engineering firm which designed the…
Read the full story →Task Force On Illegal Immigration Report
Thursday, January 10, 2008
Mayor Jack Wilson's illegal immigration task force continued Monday at City Hall with a special presentation by Yavapai County Attorney Sheila Polk. Polk delivered an informative commentary on the Legal Arizona Workers Act…
Read the full story →Council's Retreat Starts Friday
Thursday, January 10, 2008
For the fourth consecutive year, City Council will conduct its annual Goals Retreat. The two-day session is the first step toward establishing the 2009 fiscal year budget which begins July 1st. Mayor Jack…
Read the full story →Council Receives Update On Big Chino Water Project
Thursday, January 10, 2008
At Tuesday's meeting, at the behest of Mary Ann Suttles, city council received the first monthly update on the Big Chino Water Project. Jim Holt, the city's project manager, reported that work is underway on…
Read the full story →Prescott College Spawns Lifelong Learning Program
Tuesday, January 08, 2008
Jan 9. 2008 - (Prescott, AZ) Prescott College's new Center for Extended Studies and Lifelong Learning (CESLL, pronounced "Cecil"), opens its doors this January with 3 non-credit offerings: Unlocking the Mystery of Tamale-Making January 26…
Read the full story →Starry, Starry Nights At Watson Lake
Monday, January 07, 2008
The 2008 Third Thursday Star Talk season at Prescott Public Library launches January 17 at 6:30 p.m. with Deep Space Network Operations featuring Harold Minuskin of the Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Prescott Public Library…
Read the full story →City Council Docket
Monday, January 07, 2008
Tuesday's study/executive session at Prescott City Hall will feature Big Chino Water Ranch Project Manager Jim Holt presenting an update on the city's planned 30-mile, 175 million dollar pipeline project from the water source in…
Read the full story →Lowe's Corporate: Repair Plan Review "Next Week"
Saturday, January 05, 2008
On Friday afternoon Mayor Jack Wilson and other city department heads held a "productive meeting" with Lowe's officials via conference call. In a printed release, Lowe's Public Relations Manager Karen Cobb noted that the company "expects…
Read the full story →Winter Quality Times Available On-Line
Friday, January 04, 2008
Check out Parks & Recreation's Quality Times magazine, your guide to recreation programs. Quality Times is produced quarterly. [Download a copy as a PDF](http://www.cityofprescott.net/services/parks/qt/), or pick one up at City Hall, Prescott Library, Prescott Gateway…
Read the full story →Mayor's Task Force On Illegal Immigration: Meeting #3 Scheduled
Friday, January 04, 2008
According to Deputy City Manager Laurie Hadley, the immigration task force will conduct its third session at 9 a.m. Jan. 7, at Prescott City Hall. Hadley said the meeting would include reports from Yavapai County Attorney…
Read the full story →Tri-City DUI Task Force Receives $60,000 For Enforcement Activities
Friday, January 04, 2008
The Prescott Police Department, administering agency for the Tri-City DUI Task Force, has been granted authorization to expend funds from the Governor's Office of Highway Safety in the amount of $60,000. These funds are Federal…
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