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Seeing Stars at the Public Library
Thursday, November 20, 2008
"Stars of the Season," a family planetarium program, returns Tuesday, December 16 with two shows, at 6 p.m. or 7 p.m., at Prescott Public Library, 215 East Goodwin in downtown Prescott. The best seats are on the floor…
Read the full story →Goats Enter Local Labor Market
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
The United Christian Youth Camp has contracted with the Settler Valley Ranch to clear brush, grass and low tree branches creating defensible space to protect the camp from fire. The Settler Valley Ranch uses an approach new…
Read the full story →Star Talk at Downtown Library
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Dr. Brian Rachforde of the Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Physics Department will join Ray Fobes, also from ERAU, Thursday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. at Prescott Public Library for a talk on "Visiting Extra-Solar Planets." Dr Rachford will describe…
Read the full story →Return of Sushi Night at the Manzanita Grille
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
The Manzanita Grille's Chef Joel Sugahara has announced the return of his popular Sushi Night. His exquisitely prepared platter will hit the menu Thursday, November 20th and continue throughout the winter on the…
Read the full story →Download the agenda for today's City Council study session
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
To download an official copy of the agenda memo for today's study session, [click here](http://www.cityofprescott.net/leadership/meetings/) …
Read the full story →Central Arizona Renewable Energy Network Offers Workshop
Friday, November 14, 2008
November 22nd on Advanced Battery Electric Vehicles and "Biodiesel, Greasy Solutions to Pains at the Pump" **Topics** -Electric plug-in vehicles (EV) and how they tie into renewable energy -Non-petroleum based fueling options, including waste oils, solvent blending, straight vege…
Read the full story →City News Briefs
Friday, November 14, 2008
Airport Terminal Beautification - The next time you fly on Horizon Air from Prescott Airport, take a look at the prints placed throughout the new breezeway, waiting area and restroom. The tastefully selected art…
Read the full story →ADOT to install temporary signals at 89/69 interchange
Friday, November 14, 2008
In brief: --Motorists will encounter the signal on Highway 69 between Heather Heights and Gurley/Sheldon Street. The light will route Highway 69 westbound traffic through the signal, allowing signalized access to northbound Highway 89. --Northbound Prescott-to-Highway 89…
Read the full story →Prescott, Prescott Valley Mayors welcome ADWR decision
Thursday, November 13, 2008
The mayors of Prescott and Prescott Valley welcomed today's decision by the Arizona Department of Water Resources (ADWR) to increase the City of Prescott's 100 year assured water supply. The decision represents a major milestone…
Read the full story →Prescott Downtown Library Unveils Holocaust Collection
Thursday, November 13, 2008
On Friday, the Prescott Downtown Library will unveil its new "Holocaust Collection," which will include more than 100 books and 100 movies that explore the systematic persecution and genocide of European Jews and other racial…
Read the full story →Water Crossing Advisory Near Ponderosa Park
Monday, November 10, 2008
Please be advised that beginning November 17 and continuing through early December, 2008, Yavapai County will begin construction of a low water crossing on Pine Cone Way in Ponderosa Park. Pine Cone Way will…
Read the full story →No City Council Meeting Tuesday, November 11th
Monday, November 10, 2008
On 9/9 the Council moved to combine the 11/4 and 11/11 meetings on 11/4 due to 11/11 being a holiday. Staff had presented the idea of having the 11/11 meeting on 11/12, based upon past…
Read the full story →Sanitation Pick-Up Schedule for Thanksgiving Day
Friday, November 07, 2008
The City of Prescott Sanitation Division will not pick-up residential trash and recycle on Thursday November 27th in observance of the Thanksgiving Day holiday. If your residential service is Thursday, please have your…
Read the full story →Business License Discussion Continues
Friday, November 07, 2008
Jane Bristol, the City of Prescott's Economic Development Director maintains that a business license program offers the city many benefits, including an improved database for police and fire protection and tracking data which will allow…
Read the full story →Prescribed Burn Schedule Announced by PNF
Friday, November 07, 2008
Prescott National Forest fire officials have scheduled two possible prescribed burn projects now through Nov. 14, if weather conditions are favorable. The burns are: - Ash Creek - approximately 4,000 acres scheduled for now through…
Read the full story →Elks Opera House Receives 1M James Endowment
Thursday, November 06, 2008
According to a press release submitted by Elisabeth Ruffner, founding secretary of the Elks Opera House Foundation... THE HAROLD JAMES FAMILY TRUST IN MEMORY OF MRS. HAROLD (MITZIE) JAMES, HAS MADE A SIGNIFICANT CONTRIBUTION TO THE…
Read the full story →Prescott National Forest: Veteran's Day Free Fee Day
Thursday, November 06, 2008
Prescott, AZ (November 6, 2008) In honor of Veteran's Day and those Americans who have served in the armed forces to protect us and our national heritage, Prescott National Forest will waive day-use recreation fees…
Read the full story →Local Election Round Up
Wednesday, November 05, 2008
Ann Kirkpatrick, who ran against Sandra Hay, took the 1st Congressional District seat. The Joint Technology Education District. The district is now officially the Mountain Institute. District 1 voters re-elected Republican Carol Springer, the incumbent, to the…
Read the full story →McCain Rally Information Update
Monday, November 03, 2008
According to the Yavapai County Republican Party, Sen. John McCain plans to attend the annual Victory Rally at approximately midnight Monday on the courthouse plaza. Eric Kriwer, Public Information Officer for the event, said the…
Read the full story →On The Agenda: November 4th City Council Meeting
Monday, November 03, 2008
Prescott City Council will conduct two meetings on Tuesday: a 2 p.m. workshop and a 3 p.m. combined study and voting session. At the combined study and voting session, council will hear recommendations from the…
Read the full story →Airport Working Group to be Formed
Monday, November 03, 2008
After numerous public comments and several meetings between FlyPrescott, the Airport Manager's office, members of City Council and the City Manager's office; an Airport Working Group (AWG) is being formed to prepare the final draft…
Read the full story →Former City Manager Asaro Honored at Sharlot Hall Exhibit
Friday, October 31, 2008
The Caborca Sister City group will be visiting Prescott this weekend to celebrate "El Dia de los Muertos" ("The Day of the Dead") According to a City spokesperson, "This is a wonderful Mexican, yearly celebration…
Read the full story →At the Midnight Hour: Senator McCain to Visit Prescott
Friday, October 31, 2008
According to the Yavapai County Republican Party, Sen. John McCain plans to attend the annual Victory Rally at approximately midnight Monday on the courthouse plaza. McCain's campaign hit Prescott in April during his "Service to…
Read the full story →Eddie Eagle Gun Safety Program
Friday, October 31, 2008
The Prescott Police Department in conjunction with the Prescott Unified School District began instruction of the Eddie Eagle Gun Safety Program to PUSD school children on October 13, 2008. This program was created by…
Read the full story →November Prescribed Burn Schedule
Thursday, October 30, 2008
PRESCOTT, AZ (October 30, 2008) Prescott National Forest fire officials have scheduled two possible prescribed burn projects during the week of November 3 through November 7; weather conditions permitting. Burns will be decided based…
Read the full story →Phoenix Magazine Recognizes Prescott As Top Holiday Season Destination
Thursday, October 30, 2008
"Blessedly, Prescott still retains its compact, timeless, small-town feel that makes for the perfect backdrop of an old MGM musical, right down to the bandstand on the courthouse lawn."-- so muses travel writer Elin Jeffords in…
Read the full story →Not So Sudden Impact Fee Decision, Alley Closure Issue Deferred
Thursday, October 30, 2008
In a 4-3 vote at Tuesday's meeting, Council approved an increase in impact fees but deferred their imposition until July, 2009. At that time, the hike will add about $2,235 to the water and sewer impact…
Read the full story →Economy Getting You Down? Have a Belly Laugh on the Library
Thursday, October 30, 2008
Enjoy Peter Sellers in "The Pink Panther Strikes Again" Thursday, November 13 at 6:30 p.m. in the Founders Suite of Prescott Public Library as the PPL Belly Laugh Film Society continues its fall season…
Read the full story →Prescott PD Offers Happy Halloween Tips
Thursday, October 30, 2008
Mt. Vernon trick or treating activities: Mt. Vernon will be closed to vehicle traffic beginning at 4:00 pm until at least 9:00 pm on Friday, October 31. Vehicle traffic will be re-routed for the majority…
Read the full story →Embry-Riddle Receives National Recognition
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
The Prescott campus of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University was ranked 3rd in the country by U. S. News & World Report as the "Best Aerospace - Aeronautical - Astronautical Engineering School." The Daytona Beach campus…
Read the full story →Arizona State Parks Solicit Public Input for Trails Plan
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Arizona State Parks officials want the public's help in listing their priorities for a statewide five-year trails plan. The agency will conduct a public workshop about the plan in Prescott at 6 p.m. Wednesday at the…
Read the full story →Prescott National Forest Fire Update
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
PRESCOTT, AZ (October 28, 2007) - The South Spruce Fire was reported on Monday, October 27 at 4:30 pm. The 22 acre fire is burning slash piles in a previous thinning area. The…
Read the full story →Pumpkin Patch Carnival Surprise Event of the Year
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
The turnout was unprecedented for a new event on the Courthouse Plaza. Was it unseasonably warm weather? Changing economic times? Young's Farm's closure? Whatever the case, thousands of parents and their children turned…
Read the full story →On The Agenda: October 28th City Council Meeting
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Prescott City Council will hold two meetings today-- a 1 p.m. workshop regarding the institution of a local business license procedure; and a 3 p.m. voting session, highlighted by discussion of proposed water and sewer…
Read the full story →Looking Foward Speaker Series: Bill Williams, ADOT
Monday, October 27, 2008
"Since ADOT is doing a similar visioning process that includes Prescott, I invited Bill Williams to speak as part of the Vision 2050 Looking Forward speaker series," said 2050 Vision Committee Chairman, Bill Arnold. …
Read the full story →Sanitation Division Veteran's Day Schedule
Monday, October 27, 2008
The City of Prescott Sanitation Division will not pick-up residential trash and recycle on Tuesday November 11th in observance of the Veterans Day holiday. "If your residential service is Tuesday, please have your cans…
Read the full story →United Animal Friends Needs Community Help
Monday, October 27, 2008
United Animal Friends(UAF), a local animal rescue group, needs your help to feed homeless animals. They are in need of pet food donations, or funds to help purchase food. To help UAF provide food, spay/neuter…
Read the full story →Prescribed Burn Schedule Announced by PNF
Friday, October 24, 2008
PRESCOTT, AZ (October 24, 2008)Prescott National Forest fire officials have scheduled three possible prescribed burn projects during the week of October 27 through November 2; weather conditions permitting. Burns will be decided based on…
Read the full story →James Family Trust Land Donated to City for Open Space
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
At Tuesday's Council Meeting, City Attorney Gary Kidd announced that the James Family Trust property being donated to the City for open space, closed escrow 25 days early, noting the environmental study went "perfectly." "I'm…
Read the full story →City of Prescott Greenways Trail Needs Volunteers
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Greenways Trail Volunteers are needed for the next two Saturdays to help clear and begin construction of the new Granite Creek Trail near Mile High Middle School. Remaining workdays: Saturday, October 25 8am until noon Saturday, November 8…
Read the full story →Antelope Hills Golf Beats the Market
Monday, October 20, 2008
"An incredible week for Antelope Hills Golf Courses and the City of Prescott has just concluded," said manager Paul Parker. Last week, Antelope Hills hosted the prestigious Arizona Women's Golf Association Senior Championship, a 3-day, 54 hole, 137…
Read the full story →Prescribed Burning -- October 20 through 24
Monday, October 20, 2008
Prescott National Forest fire officials plan to treat approximately 650 acres of broadcast maintenance burn in the Bean Peaks area just south of Prescott (T13N, R2W, S20 & 21) the week of October 20 through…
Read the full story →Prescott Chamber of Commerce Taking Apps For Christmas Parade
Monday, October 20, 2008
The Prescott Chamber of Commerce and the Christmas Parade Committee are working on plans for the 2008 Parade, which will take place on Saturday, December 6th at 1:00PM. This year's theme is HOME FOR CHRISTMAS. The…
Read the full story →On The Agenda: October 21st City Council Meeting
Monday, October 20, 2008
On Tuesday at 3 p.m., Prescott City Council will continue discussion of local water and sewer impact fees. At the Aug. 26th council meeting, the agreed to allow further discussion on possible alternatives to the proposed…
Read the full story →Get Connected at the Arizona Workforce Connection
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
Arizona Workforce Connection is the state's streamlined workforce development network - bringing together all of Arizona's workforce development partners to provide businesses and Job Seekers with a comprehensive and streamlined services. The Virtual…
Read the full story →Recipe for Job Growth Gets Kicked Up a Notch
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
At Tuesday's city council meeting which drew representatives from local, state, and federal the U.S. Economic Development Administration presented a grant check for $1.9 million to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. The funding is earmarked for a new…
Read the full story →Library's Belly Laugh Series a "Sleeper"
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
Enjoy Woody Allen's "Sleeper" and selected short films Thursday, October 23 at 6:30 p.m. in the Founders Suite of Prescott Public Library as the PPL Belly Laugh Film Society continues its fall season. In this…
Read the full story →Elks Announces AZ Revue Christmas Performance Schedule
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
You can't really say you've done the holidays here in Arizona's Christmas City until you've experienced The Arizona Revue That's Holiday Entertainment! live Christmas Show on the Elks Opera House stage! Prescott's own perennial…
Read the full story →City Provides Grant For Embry Riddle Tech Park
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
City Council discussion of costs for city street construction projects and the presentation of a federal grant to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University highlight today's joint study and voting session. The ERAU grant is earmarked for the university's…
Read the full story →Smart Growth Network Recoognizes Prescott
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
"Under Prescott Mayor Jack Wilson's sustainability initiative for this old mining city -- about 43,000 residents, some 90 miles northwest of Phoenix -- several topical sub-groups of the Prescott 2050 Visioning team presented their initial…
Read the full story →Yavapai County Courthouse In Top Ten Public Spaces In America
Wednesday, October 08, 2008
The American Planning Association (APA) announced today that Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza has been designated one of 10 Great Public Spaces for 2008 through APA's Great Places in America program. APA Great Places exemplify exceptional…
Read the full story →Free Logs Available to Public
Tuesday, October 07, 2008
Today, a Parks and Recreation crew performed clearing along Granite Creek between Aubrey and Willis Streets for the Greenways Trail Construction - Phase II. "There are many logs available for anyone to take--primarily Siberian Elm, and dead…
Read the full story →Prescott Farmer's Market Celebrates Season's Close
Tuesday, October 07, 2008
The Prescott Farmers Market will end its twelfth season October 11. The final market will end the season in celebration of local agriculture, with lots of seasonal produce, local artists, music by Robert Max Lind…
Read the full story →Highlands Center to Host Community Green Initiative Meeting
Monday, October 06, 2008
An educational presentation hosted by The Greater Yavapai Provisional Branch of the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) will be held Tuesday, October 14 - 6:30 - 8:30 pm at [The Highlands Center](http://www.highlandscenter.org/) for Natural History…
Read the full story →Lecture Takes a Look Back at Baseball's Heyday
Monday, October 06, 2008
Lecture Takes a Look Back at Baseball's Heyday Sharlot Hall Museum will sponsor a special free lecture exploring the good old days of baseball in America on Saturday, Oct. 25 at 1 p.m. as a lead-in…
Read the full story →Copper Basin Road Construction Updates
Monday, October 06, 2008
**White Spar to Hassayampa Village Lane** Copper Basin Road has been paved between White Spar Road and Hassayampa Village Lane and is now open. Manhole covers and valves have been temporarily raised. Final paving will alleviate rough road…
Read the full story →Irrigation Audit Training and Certification Program Slated
Monday, October 06, 2008
Irrigation Audit Training and Certification Program (CLIA) Prescott - December 11th and 12th - Lunch Provided Registration Deadlines: Training- October 24th, 2008 - Only $99.00 Certification- December 7th, 2008 For more details, [click here](http://www.cityofprescott.net/services/water/conservation.php) …
Read the full story →Dump Your Expired Prescription Drugs Day @ Prescott Police Department
Monday, October 06, 2008
Safely, confidentially and easily dispose of unused and expired prescription or over the counter medication. Keep them out of the wrong hands. When: Saturday October 25, 2008 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Where:…
Read the full story →Only You Can Prevent Home Fires: Fire Prevention Week
Monday, October 06, 2008
Your home should be a safe haven. But do you regularly check for home fire hazards? If not, there is the potential for danger. Fire departments responded to nearly 400,000 home fires in 2006. That's…
Read the full story →Dogtoberfest Pack Grows by Hundreds
Friday, October 03, 2008
On Sunday, Sept 28th the Courthouse Plaza played host to hundreds of local and visiting pet owners-- and their beloved masters, as they joined in for the 2nd annual Dogtoberfest and Pet Adopt-a-Thon. Covered with a…
Read the full story →Prescribed Burns & Area Closures
Friday, October 03, 2008
Prescott National Forest fire officials have scheduled 4 possible prescribed burn projects during the week of October 6 through the 10; weather conditions permitting. Burns will be decided based on favorable weather and fuels conditions…
Read the full story →Great Lakes Airlines Has Blue Ribbon Day at Airport
Thursday, October 02, 2008
Great Lakes Aviation, Ltd. held an open house and ribbon cutting today to celebrate their return to the Prescott area. The open house was held at the Prescott Municipal Airport, 6500 MacCurdy Drive, on…
Read the full story →Second Joint Session on Big Chino Water Project
Thursday, October 02, 2008
The second joint council meeting between Prescott and Prescott Valley was held yesterday at the Stoneridge development conference room. Before an audience of about fifty citizens and media personnel, the councils heard a presentation…
Read the full story →This Sunday at the Courthouse Square: The 2nd Annual Dogtoberfest
Friday, September 26, 2008
Dog lovers, if you're looking for a great, fun day with your best friend, you're barking up the right tree. [Click here for details](http://www.cityofprescott.net/events/index.php?year=2008&month=9&id=1858) …
Read the full story →Sharlot Hall Plans Vintage Exhibition Baseball Game
Thursday, September 25, 2008
A pair of retro Arizona baseball teams will help Sharlot Hall Museum celebrate its 80th anniversary with a vintage 1928 baseball exhibition game on Sunday, Oct. 26, 1 p.m. at Ken Lindley Field, 702 E…
Read the full story →Greenways Improvements, Open House Announced
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
The long-awaited and proposed improvements to the Granite Creek Trail, also known as "Prescott's Downtown Greenways "Phase II" will begin in the fall of 2008. The trail improvements to be built by the City of Prescott…
Read the full story →Police Banquet Awards
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
The Prescott Police Department recently held its yearly awards banquet at Antelope Hills' Old Clubhouse. The following results were released by the department's media relations division. One year of service probationary pins were presented to: Christie…
Read the full story →Grant Seeking Help at Downtown Library
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
Nonprofit organizations and other grantseekers in the Prescott area looking for funding sources now have access to a valuable new collection of resources at Prescott Public Library, which has become a Cooperating Collection of the…
Read the full story →City News Briefs
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
City News Briefs is a document prepared by the City Manager's office with input from department heads--with the goal of updating members of the Council. **Booming Business in Prescott** Congratulations to Prescott-based Davidson's, Inc., for making not…
Read the full story →Great Lakes Airlines Ribbon Cutting At PRC
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
Great Lakes Aviation, Ltd. announced today they will host an open house and ribbon cutting to celebrate their return to the Prescott area. The open house will be held at the Prescott Municipal Airport…
Read the full story →Mayor Wilson Invites Public For Visionary Local Author's Presentation
Monday, September 22, 2008
From the desk of Mayor Jack Wilson: Please attend Dr. Grantham's speech to hear his vision of how we can maximize our area's desirability for high-paying sustainable jobs. This presentation is especially topical given the dramatic slow down in…
Read the full story →City Council Meeting, Tuesday September 23rd
Monday, September 22, 2008
The Tuesday September 23rd, council voting session will take place at 3 p.m. at Prescott City Hall, 201 S. Cortez St. On the agenda: - Discussion of the engineering and design contract for improvements to the…
Read the full story →From The Mayor's Office: 2050 Steering Committee Meeting Announced
Thursday, September 18, 2008
News Release -- For Immediate Distribution **Thursday, September 25: 2050 Steering Committee Meeting** The Prescott 2050 Visioning Steering Committee will meet at 6:00pm on Thursday, September 25 in City Council Chambers, 201 S. Cortez (please enter the…
Read the full story →Sharlot Hall Museum Seeks Volunteer Docents
Monday, September 15, 2008
Volunteers who enjoy working with young students are invited to become docents for Sharlot Hall Museum's new 4th grade history tour program that provides hands-on history lessons for area students. The museum provides training for volunteers…
Read the full story →Antelope Hills Golf Hosts Another Mixed Stix Event
Monday, September 15, 2008
According to Paul Parker, course manager, Antelope Hills Golf will host another of its popular events--the Mixed Stix. The shotgun start will be at 3 pm. Chef Joel Sugahara's dinner menu will follow…
Read the full story →City Council Meeting: On The Agenda
Monday, September 15, 2008
The Prescott City Council is scheduled to meet for study and special executive sessions starting at 3 p.m. Tuesday, at Prescott City Hall. Under discussion will be a City contract for expediting engineering and design work…
Read the full story →Prescott Municipal Airport Now Offers Service to Phoenix, Southern California
Tuesday, September 09, 2008
On Monday afternoon, Prescott Municipal Airport played host to nearly 70 regional politicians, business people, and press who gathered to witness the arrival of Horizon Air's maiden flight with its new, landmark service to LAX…
Read the full story →Library Communications Restored
Tuesday, September 09, 2008
After a contractor accidentally cut their cable lines, the Prescott Public Library's Internet and telephone services were disrupted. According to Library spokesperson, Sharon Seymour, by Monday evening, services were restored by a "hard-working team from the…
Read the full story →Horizon Air's Prescott to LAX Service Starts Today
Monday, September 08, 2008
Horizon Air starts its new daily nonstop service between Prescott and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)today. "Say goodbye to the long drive and missed connections at another airport and say hello to a relaxing, affordable Horizon…
Read the full story →Prescott Public Library's Internet Service Down
Monday, September 08, 2008
In a press release, Prescott Public Library spokeperson, Sharon Seymour has reported, "A contractor has cut the fiber optic line that connects Prescott Public Library's internet and telephone service." "There is no public Internet or wi-fi…
Read the full story →Prescott Library's Tutoring Program Goes Live
Thursday, September 04, 2008
The Prescott Public Library presents a "Live Homework Help" program, enabling students K through 12, lower-level college students and adult learners to get help online, seven days a week, from 3 to 8 p.m. The…
Read the full story →When In Doubt
Thursday, September 04, 2008
The public is invited to a symposium on the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award winning play, Doubt, on September 9, 5:30 to 7:30 PM at The Elks Opera House. Director, Ernest Giglio will lead…
Read the full story →Don't Miss the Mixed Stix & BBQ
Tuesday, September 02, 2008
Antelope Hills Golf is hosting another Mixed Stix Golf Tourney, said course manager, Paul Parker. The event will take place Sunday, September 7, teeing off with a shotgun start at 3:00 pm. According to Parker, the host…
Read the full story →Sales Tax Extension & Capital Needs Highlight Council Meeting
Tuesday, September 02, 2008
Today's city council study session will feature a city staff produced video presentation on the status of Prescott's capital needs and the issue of the 1-percent sales tax extension for streets and open space. In July…
Read the full story →City Staff Expresses Thanks to Capital Needs Committee
Friday, August 29, 2008
The Antelope Hills Old Clubhouse was the site for a recognition luncheon hosted by the City of Prescott in recognition of the citizen based Capital Needs Committtee. "The Prescott citizens who volunteered as members of the…
Read the full story →Antelope Hills Golf Course Privatization On Hold
Friday, August 29, 2008
At Tuesday's meeting, the majority of city council members opposed initiating a proposal for privatization of the golf course and the Manzanita Grill Restaurant. Administrative Services Director Mic Fenech, in his presentation, reported that the Purchasing…
Read the full story →City Continues Support for Voucher Transit Program
Friday, August 29, 2008
The City of Prescott will maintain its previous level of participation in the local Voucher Transit Program, despite a decrease of approximately $12,000 in state grant money. The grant requires a 25-percent match from the local…
Read the full story →City News Briefs
Thursday, August 28, 2008
**Charge and re-charge** - so far this year the City has recharged 2,457.26 acre feet, the most since acquiring the lakes, 1999. **On Time and Saving Money** - Paving of the Sundog Wastewater Treatment Plant…
Read the full story →Impact Fee Issue On Hold
Thursday, August 28, 2008
By a 6-1 vote on Tuesday, city council agreed to give the local building and community leaders about less than two months to come up with a plan that would be less controversial than the…
Read the full story →For Whom the Dells Toll
Thursday, August 28, 2008
At Tuesday's meeting, City Council voted unanimously to spend $4 million for the purchase 80 acres in the "high priority" Granite Dells area on the west side of Hwy. 89. The new acquisition is…
Read the full story →City Holds Household Hazardous Waste Day
Monday, August 25, 2008
The City of Prescott Field Operations Department is hosting a Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Day. **Who**: Residents of Prescott, Prescott Valley, Dewey-Humboldt and Yavapai County. Proof of Residency Required. No Commercial Businesses. **When**: Sunday October…
Read the full story →Sister Act Moves to Faire On The Square
Monday, August 25, 2008
The Caborca and Suchitoto Sister City Organizations, part of The Sister City Association of Prescott, will host booths at Prescott's "Faire on the Square" August 29-September 1, 2008. Both groups will be selling items to the…
Read the full story →Here's Lookin' At You, Bill
Monday, August 25, 2008
Under the watchful gaze of Bill, the historic Elks Opera House in downtown Prescott recently had its first movie exhibition in over three decades with a screening of the time honored classic, "Singin' In The…
Read the full story →On the Agenda
Monday, August 25, 2008
On Tuesday's August 26th meeting day, city council will conduct two meetings. Their 2 p.m. joint session will be held with the Prescott Unified School District Board in the downstairs conference room at City…
Read the full story →Horizon on the Horizon
Monday, August 25, 2008
On Sept. 8, Prescott Municipal Airport will begin offering non-stop flights on Horizon Air to Los Angeles International Airport. Prescott's Watson Lake is featured on the cover of the airline's August in-flight magazine. The "Arizona…
Read the full story →Prescott Downtown Mural Project To Induct Aspiring Artists
Tuesday, August 19, 2008
The Prescott Downtown Mural Project will induct aspiring artists into the Grand Order of the Mural Mice this Saturday, August 23, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the Prescott Public Library Lawn, 215 East Goodwin Street. Painting…
Read the full story →Jazz Summit Performances at Elks Theater
Monday, August 18, 2008
The historic Elks Opera House in downtown Prescott will host two upcoming shows this weekend featuring players with the 2008 Prescott Jazz Summit. According to Parker Ruiz, theater manager, the shows will take place Friday night…
Read the full story →August 19th City Council Meeting Cancelled
Monday, August 18, 2008
According to City officials, tomorrow's council meeting will be cancelled. "We have a majority of the City Council members attending the annual legislative session held by the Arizona League of Cities and Town in Phoenix this…
Read the full story →City & Town In Joint Work-Study Meeting On Big Chino Water Project
Tuesday, August 12, 2008
"There is no greater responsibility as an elected official than to assure our communities of adequate water supplies in the future," stated Prescott City Councilman, Bob Roecker, providing focus for Tuesday's meeting at the…
Read the full story →Labor Day Holiday Trash Pick-Up Schedule
Tuesday, August 12, 2008
Labor Day Holiday Trash Pick-Up Schedule In observance of the Monday, Septemeber 1st Labor Day holiday, the City of Prescott Transfer Station at 2800 Sundog Ranch Road will be closed and there will be…
Read the full story →Traffic Control Alert
Monday, August 11, 2008
A traffic control alert will be in effect in the area of Merritt Street; Hillside Avenue; Thumb Butte Road; Haisley Road; Smoke Tree Lane; and Oregon Avenue. Date of construction: August 4, 2008 through August…
Read the full story →APS Donates 36k For Elks Opera House Restoration
Monday, August 11, 2008
At Tuesday's City Council meeting, the APS Foundation and Pinnacle West donated $36,000.00 to the Elks Opera House for the restoration of an opera box. "The generous contribution from the APS Foundation demonstrates the concern for…
Read the full story →City News Briefs
Friday, August 08, 2008
The City News Briefs feature is a compilation of updates distributed to the city council by various City of Prescott department heads. **COP's Own Election Officials** - This month, the City Clerk and Deputy City Clerk…
Read the full story →Prescott PD Partcipates In National Night Out
Thursday, August 07, 2008
The Prescott Police Department participated in the 25th anniversary of National Night Out on Tuesday, August, 5th. "Law Enforcement agencies nationwide encourage residents within their neighborhood to gather together and get to know their neighbors in an…
Read the full story →City Set To Expand Open Space Portfolio
Thursday, August 07, 2008
At Tuesday's meeting, the Prescott City Council heard final plans for the purchase of over 37 acres along Granite Creek for $3.05 million. The land buy would be made using monies from…
Read the full story →Prescott Major General Plan Amendment Application Filed
Wednesday, August 06, 2008
The City of Prescott's Community Development Department recently initiated an application requesting a major General Plan Amendment to change the Land Use Map for the area west of Prescott's Love Field Airport and north of…
Read the full story →Traffic advisories for streets improvements
Tuesday, August 05, 2008
According to the City of Prescott's Capital Projects Division spokesman, George Henderson, various locations around town will be undergoing repairs this week. "Sheldon Street between Gurley Street and Marina Street, West Gurley Street between…
Read the full story →Antelope Hills Golf offers mixed stix for couples
Monday, August 04, 2008
Mixed Stix, aka, couples golf, is being slated for Sunday afternoons, August through October, announced Paul Parker, Antelope Hills Golf Courses manager. Parker has released the following schedule: - August 10,24 - September 7,21 - October 5,19 "We'll have a…
Read the full story →Mayor Pro Tem to preside over Tuesday's council meeting
Monday, August 04, 2008
With Mayor Jack Wilson on vacation, Mary Ann Suttles, Mayor Pro Tem, will preside over the Tuesday, August 5th study session. At the public meeting, residents of the Forest Trails area with continuing concerns about the…
Read the full story →NAU expands presence and programs at Yavapai College
Thursday, July 31, 2008
Northern Arizona University and Yavapai College are answering a statewide call to increase the numbers of college-going students in Arizona by ramping up higher education opportunities for Prescott residents. NAU President John Haeger and Yavapai College…
Read the full story →School's back from summer: Drivers to Be Aware
Thursday, July 31, 2008
Beginning this Monday, August 4th, Prescott area schools will be back in session. That means added pedestrian, bicycle, and bus traffic around school zones. The Prescott Police Department reminds drivers to be…
Read the full story →Arizona Revue Shortens Season
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Citing the current state of the economy and disappointing ticket sales, Bob Bell, co-producer of the long running local variety show, The Arizona Revue, has stated the troupe will present three more shows on the…
Read the full story →No City Council Meeting Today
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
Prescott City Council normally meets four times per month. Tuesday, July 29th, falls on the unusual fifth Tuesday of the month--a situation where no meeting is scheduled. The next regularly scheduled…
Read the full story →Open Auditions for Aladdin Jr.
Monday, July 28, 2008
The Magic Kingdom is coming to the Elks Theater stage. Manager Parker Ruiz has officially announced open auditions for young performers from 6 to 17 for the upcoming Disney run of Aladdin Jr. "We're…
Read the full story →Copper Basin Water Shutdown Advisory
Monday, July 28, 2008
A water main shutdown will take place this Wednesday 7/30/08, 11:00 PM- 5:00 AM in the area of Copper Basin Road between Hassayampa Village Lane and Sheriff's Posse Trail. According to the City of Prescott's Public…
Read the full story →Citizens Takin' It To The Streets
Friday, July 25, 2008
**Gurley/Summit Project** At Tuesday's meeting, city council members unanimously approved a crosswalk reconfiguration plan for the intersection at Gurley and Summit streets in response to local citizen group concern. The estimated $5,000 project calls for moving the…
Read the full story →Access 13 Announces Upcoming Government Broadcast Schedule
Friday, July 25, 2008
According to Monika M. Bishop Executive Director and Station Manager for Access13, the facility will broadcast the City of Prescott's Special Meeting from July 22 in the following time slots: **Saturday, 7/26 at 5 AM Sunday, 7/27 at…
Read the full story →Dr. William Harris' Recent Presentation Available On-Line
Friday, July 25, 2008
The City of Prescott's Economic Development Office recently held a Gold Plate Luncheon at the Hassayampa Inn for leading members of the community, presenting guest speaker Dr. William C. Harris of the Science Foundation Arizona. Dr. Harris has…
Read the full story →Construction Alerts: Traffic Signal Intersection Improvements
Friday, July 25, 2008
**State Route 89 at Prescott Lakes Parkway** Crews will be performing signal cabinet replacement work on **Sunday, July 27th** from **4:30 a.m. to 12 noon** requiring the deactivation of the signal for 6 hours…
Read the full story →Great Lakes Airlines to Begin Service From Prescott to Phoenix and Ontario
Friday, July 25, 2008
Great Lakes Aviation, Ltd. oday announced they will begin serving Prescott, Arizona with daily flights to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and Ontario International Airport on September 8, 2008. Following is the Prescott flight schedule effective…
Read the full story →YCCE Show Tickets Go on Sale to Public July 29
Thursday, July 24, 2008
Tickets for the Yavapai College Community Events 2008-09 season go on sale to the public on Tuesday, July 29. Tickets can be purchased in several ways beginning July 29: - Online at [tickets.com](http://tickets.com/) beginning at 12:01…
Read the full story →The City of Prescott Gears up for National Night Out
Thursday, July 24, 2008
Tuesday, August 5, 2008 is the 25th Anniversary of National Night Out. National Night Out began 25 years ago when neighbors gathered to meet one another and discuss what was occurring in their neighborhoods. This…
Read the full story →City News Round-Up
Thursday, July 24, 2008
**Dancing Into Trouble** The Prescott Police Department made 28 arrests during the various 4th of July events that were held during the week. A majority of the arrests occurred around the rodeo…
Read the full story →Prescott College chosen as partner in UN-Sponsored Iraqi Sustainability Initiative
Thursday, July 24, 2008
Prescott College has been chosen as an educational partner in a United Nations-sponsored initiative geared to developing a sustainable future for Iraq. The role of Prescott College will be to provide education in sustainability, "to…
Read the full story →Senator Highway Delays Extended
Wednesday, July 23, 2008
The City of Prescott Field Operations Department announced recently that it will be extending it's maintenance on Senator Highway between South Mount Vernon Avenue and City Lights (from Gurley St. to Nathan Lane). This will…
Read the full story →Thank You to our Fourth of July Sponsors
Wednesday, July 23, 2008
We'd like to extend a huge thank you to all of those who sponsored this years Fourth of July Celebration at Pioneer Park: **$10,000 Title Sponsors** - **[Tim's Toyota](http://www.timstoyota.net/)** - **[The Wolf](http://www.967thewolf.com/)** - **[Kolt](http://www.koltcountry.com/)** - **[The Canyon](http://www.1051thecanyon.com/)** **$5,000 Sponsors**…
Read the full story →Popular climbing areas re-open
Friday, July 18, 2008
Effective Wednesday, July 16, 2008, climbing and other activities on the cliff face of Granite Mountain and Thumb Butte will once again be open to the public. Peregrines were in residence at both mountains with volunteers reporting sightings…
Read the full story →Celluloid returns to Elks
Friday, July 18, 2008
This summer, the Elks Opera House Theater will present its first film screening in over three decades. The Monsoon Matinee series is presented by Cable One, The City of Prescott, and Turner Classic Movies. Topping…
Read the full story →Design "A" Wins in Library "Mural Beyond Words" Election
Friday, July 18, 2008
The ballot boxes were filled to the brim as the voting polls at Prescott Public Library closed July 12. Library patrons chose between two fantastic mural designs to beautify the retaining wall at the south entrance of Prescott…
Read the full story →Access 13 to broadcast Indian Hills CYMPO meetings
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
According to Monika Bishop, Access 13 Station Manager, the upcoming Indian Hills and Central Yavapai Metropolitan Planning Organization public meetings will be broadcast via streaming video and broadcast television. The following are broadcast times for Cable…
Read the full story →ADOT Releases SR 89/69 Lane Closure Schedule
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
**Tuesday 7/15** West bound lane from State Route 69 to northbound SR 89 will be closed from 8 P.M. to 6 A.M. A message board near Lee Blvd that directs motorists to use…
Read the full story →Councilman Bob Bell Loses Daughter In Accident
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Prescott City Councilman, Bob Bell, has reported the death of his daughter Cindy Grassi, 53, this past weekend in Philadelphia. "She was leaving a major league baseball game last Thursday when a drunk…
Read the full story →Lane 2 Fire Area Closure
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Prescott National Forest will implement an Emergency Fire Closure on the Bradshaw Ranger District effective Tuesday, July 15 at 8:00 am. Due to public safety, fire managers are closing the Lane 2 burned area…
Read the full story →On The Agenda: July 15th City Council Meeting
Monday, July 14, 2008
At Tuesday July 15th's meeting, a truncated Prescott City Council will hear options for remediating concerns for the Gurley Street at Summit Avenue intersection crosswalk, $1.6 million worth of pavement preservation work at various locations…
Read the full story →News Brief: Prescott Frontier Days Rodeo Honored
Monday, July 14, 2008
The Prescott Frontier Days Rodeo has earned official induction into the ProRodeo Hall of Fame in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The local group joined and the La Fiesta de los Vaqueros rodeo in Tucson were…
Read the full story →Traffic Advisory: Senator Highway Upgrade
Monday, July 14, 2008
From July 21st through the 23rd, during the hours of 6am and 4pm, traffic will be restricted on Senator Highway between South Mount Vernon Avenue and City Lights (Gurley St. to Nathan Lane) to one…
Read the full story →Council Passes On November Bond Issue
Wednesday, July 09, 2008
By a 6-1 decision on Tuesday, city council passed on placing a $54.1 million capital-needs bond issue measure on the Nov. 4 general election ballot. The citizen based Capital Needs Committee had originally clustered public safety…
Read the full story →Prescott Fire Promotes Trio
Tuesday, July 08, 2008
Prior to the regularly scheduled city council voting session, members of the Prescott Fire Department and their families as well as representatives from Prescott PD packed chambers to witness a promotion ceremony. Veteran firefighter, Chief Bruce…
Read the full story →Prescott PD Welcomes Citizens-On-Patrol Grads
Tuesday, July 08, 2008
The Prescott Police Department is proud to announce the addition of three Citizens-On-Patrol members to its force. According to Public Information Officer Lt. Andrew Reinhardt, City Councilman Bob Bell along with local residents…
Read the full story →Lane 2 Fire: July 8th Update Reports 95% Containment
Tuesday, July 08, 2008
Insignificant fire behavior was observed on all portions of the fire yesterday. The Lorena Gulch and Horsethief Basin area remains closed as power lines are being reconstructed and hazards mitigated…
Read the full story →Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Lifted
Monday, July 07, 2008
As of Wednesday, July 9th at 6 a.m., City of Prescott Fire officials are lifting of Stage I fire restrictions, "due to continued moisture and high humidity in the area." "Prescott Fire would like…
Read the full story →Stock In Bonds? Council To Announce Capital Needs Decision
Monday, July 07, 2008
The last time City of Prescott voters agreed to increase property taxes was 1998--a bond issue to raise $15 million for the purchase of Willow and Watson lakes. At Tuesday's meeting, Prescott City Council will announce…
Read the full story →Monsoon No Match For July 4th Celebration Turnout
Monday, July 07, 2008
Thousands of devoted fans. Rock 'N' Roll. And a visit from the Rain Gods. In the absence of Jimi Hendrix, it all came together to create a family oriented, fun fueled trip…
Read the full story →Lane 2 Fire At 90% Containment
Monday, July 07, 2008
Rainfall and increased humidity in the last 48 hours, continues to maintain very low fire behavior throughout the Lane 2 Fire. Smoldering fire was observed in the east and southwestern portions of the fire. A…
Read the full story →City Officials To Visit Sister City Suchitoto
Monday, July 07, 2008
Mayor Jack Wilson has accepted the credentials of Prescott resident Enrique Melendez, who serves as Honorary Counsel, El Salvador and Prescott's liaison to Sister City, Suchitoto. In honor of Suchitoto's 150th anniversary, a city delegation including…
Read the full story →Animal Disaster Services Needs Trailer
Wednesday, July 02, 2008
Animal Disaster Services (ADS) is seeking donations of two dual-axle trailers, at least 16 feet long, which will be stored at the county's Public Works storage yard. The new trailers will be loaded and ready…
Read the full story →Council To Decide Upon Common Bonds
Wednesday, July 02, 2008
In a 4-3 vote at Tuesday's meeting, city council members moved to take an itemized, as opposed to "clustered," capital needs bond issue to voters in November. Council also decided to trim the 8.5 million dollar…
Read the full story →Lane 2 Fire: 5% Containment
Wednesday, July 02, 2008
Fire crews worked through the night constructing a fireline along Forest Trail 201 to Forest Road 52 to protect homes and recreational improvements in the Horsethief Basin recreation area. Crews burn out around area homes to provide…
Read the full story →Lane 2 Emergency Fire Closure
Tuesday, July 01, 2008
Prescott National Forest will implement an Emergency Fire Closure on the Bradshaw Ranger District in order to protect public and firefighter health and safety due to the Lane 2 Fire. All national forest land south of County…
Read the full story →Prescott PD Officer Injured During Arrest
Tuesday, July 01, 2008
On June 30, 2008 at approximately 5:30 p.m., Prescott Police Officers were called to Fry's Food Store at 950 Fair Street in reference to an uncooperative shoplifter. As police responded, they learned that the…
Read the full story →Animal Disaster Services Volunteers Sought
Tuesday, July 01, 2008
Due to the Crown King fire, an evacuation site has been set up at the Mayer HS just off Hwy 69. The Red Cross has provided food and drinks. The site is housing…
Read the full story →Get Lucky With A New Best Friend
Tuesday, July 01, 2008
THE LUCKY CLUB has announced their dog adoptions every Friday and Saturday from 11 AM - 3 PM at PetsMart, Hwy.69, Prescott, AZ **and** at Petco, Hwy. 69 Prescott, every Saturday from 1 PM …
Read the full story →Sharlot Hall Museum Receives Council Proclamation
Tuesday, July 01, 2008
2008 marks 80 years since Sharlot Hall opened the doors of Prescott's Territorial Governor's Mansion to offer her expansive collection of Central Arizona pioneer and American Indian artifacts for public viewing. Since June 11…
Read the full story →Crown King Lane 2 Fire Update
Tuesday, July 01, 2008
(Tuesday, July 1, 6 a.m.) According to the latest release from Prescott National Forest officials, the Lane 2 fire near the community of Crown King is "human caused" and has affected 5,300 acres. …
Read the full story →City Council Meeting: Study Session Agenda Available On-Line
Monday, June 30, 2008
To access the official agenda for the Tuesday July 1st City Council meeting at 201 S. Cortez, Prescott's City Hall, [click here](http://www.cityofprescott.net/leadership/meetings/index.php?all=true) …
Read the full story →Crown King Area Fire Update
Monday, June 30, 2008
Burning in bug killed pine and chaparral, the Lane 2 Fire is threatening the community of Crown King and the Horsethief Basin summer homes. Additional threats are posed to forest service campgrounds, lookout towers, communications sites, powerlines and…
Read the full story →Yavapai Big Brothers/Big Sisters Open House
Friday, June 27, 2008
Yavapai Big Brothers Big Sisters is still in the top 2% of BBBS in the Country and has moved into a new location to serve the tri-cities area. - Open House: Sunday, June 29, from 1-4…
Read the full story →Air Vac Heli Crew Crashes Near Paulden
Friday, June 27, 2008
According to a Yavapai County Sheriff's Office press release, three Air Evac crewmembers were injured when their medical helicopter crashed early Friday morning about 100 yards off Highway 89 north of Paulden. Department of Public…
Read the full story →The Eagle Has Landed: Lynx Lake Area Closure Extended
Friday, June 27, 2008
The Prescott National Forest will extend the closure restrictions around the east side of Lynx Lake until the bald eagles have left the area. The trail has been closed to public entry since December to provide protection…
Read the full story →Frontier Days Events Out of the Chute
Friday, June 27, 2008
When it comes to celebrations, it's arguably the biggest week of the year for Prescott. The 121 year old Frontier Days celebration draws visitors from all over the country to enjoy the rodeo, Everybody's…
Read the full story →Staff & Council Delegation to Visit Sister City
Thursday, June 26, 2008
From July 12-18th, Mayor Pro Tem Mary Ann Suttles, Councilwoman Lora Lopas, City Manager Steve Norwood and Police Chief Randy Oaks will attend the celebration of Sister City Suchitoto's 150th birthday. …
Read the full story →City Council Approves '08-'09 Budget
Thursday, June 26, 2008
At Tuesday's session in chambers, Prescott's City Council approved a $256.3 million budget for the 2008-09 fiscal year, beginning July 1. The vote is the culimination of six months of study. …
Read the full story →Former Councilman Kuykendall to Chair Advisory Committee
Thursday, June 26, 2008
On the heels of numerous high profile community and staff meetings on the creation of a sewer policy for Prescott's unsewered areas, Mayor Jack Wilson proposed forming an advisory committee to be chaired by former…
Read the full story →Task Force On Illegal Immigration To Take Priorities to Council
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
Following it's final meeting on Monday, Mayor Wilson's Task Force On Illegal Immigration prioritized three primary issues/actions which will be taken to Council within the next few weeks. They are: - A request for a letter to…
Read the full story →New! Flood & Zoning Report Tool Added to City Website
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
The City of Prescott's Web Developer, Derek Collins, has launched a new internet based tool that provides citizens with easy access to Zoning and FEMA flood information. In the past, the frequent requests for this information…
Read the full story →To Ballot, Or Not To Ballot
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
In order to meet the November general election deadline, members of the Prescott City Council must decide by July 8 if, and how, to place $54.6 million worth of bond issues on the November 2008…
Read the full story →Parks & Recreation Releases Summer Event Schedule
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
**Youth Summer Day Camp Program: Summer Break Youth Activities June 2 through July 25, 2008** The Recreation Division is offering activities throughout the summer months for children ages 6 to 11, Monday through Friday (weekday sessions…
Read the full story →Police N' Fire In Guns N' Hoses Fundraiser
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Saturday June 28th marks the Arizona Adrenaline's final home game of the season. At halftime of the Indoor Football League game, area police and fire staff will square off for a fund raising flag…
Read the full story →2050's Look Forward Series Continues With SRP Rep
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Thursday evening, June 26th, The Prescott 2050 Visioning Committee's Look Forward Series presents Lori Singleton, Manager of Sustainability Initiatives, for the Salt River Project. Singleton will discuss sustainability planning and initiatives at the Salt River Project…
Read the full story →Prescott Fire: Sprinkler System Prevents Airport Damage
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
On June 24th at 2:30 a.m., the Prescott Regional Communications Center received an automatic alarm notification of a water flow sensor activation from Hanger O at the airport. Upon arriving at the scene, the first fire unit…
Read the full story →Prescott Alternative Transportation Receives Grant for Safe Routes
Monday, June 23, 2008
Prescott Alternative Transportation (PAT) has been awarded $44,282 to continue providing Safe Routes activities for Prescott Schools. Their second Safe Routes to Schools (SRTS) grant allows PAT to expand its work with local schools, increasing…
Read the full story →Police Searching for Unfair Fare
Monday, June 23, 2008
According to a recent press release from Prescott PD--On June 20, 2008 at approximately 10 p.m., Prescott Police Officers responded to Wal-Mart on Hwy 69 in Prescott. There they met with a taxi cab…
Read the full story →Prescott PD Seeks Information On Mystery Caller
Monday, June 23, 2008
According to a Prescott Police Department press release--On June 22, 2008 at approximately 10:40 p.m., the Prescott Regional Communication Center received a 911 call from a male who identified himself as Kevin Smith. The…
Read the full story →Council In "Triple-Header"
Monday, June 23, 2008
Capital Needs. Setting policy for Prescott's unsewered areas. Fiscal year '08-'09 city budget. Three hot topics. Beginning at 1:30, three meetings. At the 1:30 special session, council will focus on the Capital…
Read the full story →Traffic Bulletins: Week of June 23-29
Monday, June 23, 2008
Monday - June 23, 2008 Crews will be paving Iron Springs Road from Williamson Valley Road to Grandview Estates from 9:00 a.m until 4:00 p.m. Traffic Control will be in effect. Thursday, Friday & Saturday…
Read the full story →Council Hears Capital Needs Recommendations
Wednesday, June 18, 2008
On Tuesday, Tammy Linn, chairperson of the Capital Needs Committee, presented the citizen group's final report to an appreciative City Council. In her presentation, Linn stated the committee had recommended an allocation of…
Read the full story →Council To Consider Capital Needs Committee's Findings
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
In a special meeting today at 1 p.m., the Prescott City Council will hear an approximately 30-minute presentation from Tammy Linn of the Capital Needs Committee. The 20-member citizen committee, chaired by Linn, has been meeting…
Read the full story →Grady Gammage Guest Speaker at Prescott 2050 Event
Monday, June 16, 2008
The Prescott 2050 Visioning's Looking Forward speaker series invites the public to attend a presentation by Grady Gammage, Jr. on the newly release (May 2008) Morrison Institute report Megapolitan: Arizona's Sun Corridor. This is…
Read the full story →City News Briefs
Monday, June 16, 2008
City News Briefs is a bi-monthly release providing updates from various City of Prescott departments. **Honor Guard opens Olympic game** - The Prescott Police Department's Honor Guard was requested to post colors at the U.S. Women's…
Read the full story →Antelope Hills Father Son Tournament A Hole-In-One
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
With an age range from 8 to 84, nearly 500 fathers and sons teed it up for two rounds of golf at the 49th Annual Arizona Father Son Tournament this past weekend at Prescott's Antelope…
Read the full story →Community Book Discussion Series At Downtown Library Continues
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
Prescott Public Library, in partnership with the Arizona Humanities Council, continues the 2008 Community Book Discussion series Wednesday, June 25 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Enjoy a thoughtful discussion of Plainsong, by Kent Haruf. Set…
Read the full story →Great Lakes Airlines Lands Prescott-Kingman-Phoenix Route
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
The United States Department of Transportation is selecting Great Lakes Aviation to provide essential air service (EAS) at Kingman and Prescott, Arizona, for a two-year period. The start date is currently pending. Great Lakes will…
Read the full story →Yavapai College Announces Righteous 08-09 Concert Season
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
Yavapai College Community Events is pleased to announce its 2008-09 season lineup, featuring such entertainers as The Temptations; Righteous Brother Bill Medley; comedian/ventriloquist Jay Johnson; country music stars Tracy Byrd, Tracy Lawrence and Richie McDonald;…
Read the full story →Horizon Air Announces New Service Between Prescott LAX
Monday, June 09, 2008
Horizon Air announced today that it will offer new nonstop service between Prescott, Ariz., and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) once daily starting Sept. 8. "Say goodbye to the long drive and missed connections at another…
Read the full story →Public Input Sought On Sewer Policy
Monday, June 09, 2008
On Tuesday, June 10, at 5:30 p.m. a discussion of policy for extending service into unsewered developed areas will be held in City Hall chambers. This is the sixth in a series of recent…
Read the full story →Sewer Policy FAQ's Answered In PDF
Monday, June 09, 2008
Download a comprehenisve [FAQ document](/_d/unsewered_areas_faq.pdf) on the City of Prescott's goal of setting sewer policy for unsewered, developed areas. …
Read the full story →Great Lakes Sole Applicant For Prescott's Commuter Air Service
Thursday, June 05, 2008
In the jetstream of Mesa's May 31st departure from Prescott's commuter service roster, the U.S. Department of Transportation has confirmed that Wyoming based Great Lakes Airlines, which provided service out of Prescott Municipal Airport from…
Read the full story →City Set To Accommodate Record Fourth of July Crowd
Wednesday, June 04, 2008
The City of Prescott's Fourth of July Celebration at Pioneer Park drew over ten thousand visitors from around the state last year. Becky Garvin, Special Events Coordinator for the City, expects attendance to increase significantly this…
Read the full story →Police Blotter: Man Arrested In Knife Wielding Incident
Wednesday, June 04, 2008
On June 3, 2008 at approximately 1 p.m., Prescott Police Officers responded to the area of Joseph Street and Old Stage Road in reference to a man assaulting another man with a knife. When…
Read the full story →Prescott National Forest Co-Hosts Two Free Fishing Events
Tuesday, June 03, 2008
PRESCOTT, AZ (June 3, 2008) Want to spend a day outside with family and friends enjoying the outdoors? Then come spend a day of free fishing on Saturday, June 14th. The Prescott National…
Read the full story →Copper Theft Suspects Arrested
Tuesday, June 03, 2008
Two suspects have been arrested in connection with a theft of copper wire from Delta Diversified Electric, 3060 Center Point East in Prescott. Approximately five thousand pounds of copper wire was removed from the…
Read the full story →Mesa's Early Departure Sets Stage For Horizon Air
Tuesday, June 03, 2008
On Saturday, May 31st, financially distressed Mesa Air flew out of Prescott for the last time. According to Emergency Services Director, Darrell Willis, the move has left Prescott without commuter airline service for the…
Read the full story →Sewer Policy, Fiscal Year Budget Top Council Meetings
Monday, June 02, 2008
On Tuesday June 3 at 1:30 pm, a public workshop aimed at formulating policy for extending city service into developed, unsewered areas will be held at City Hall. The meeting will also designate a time…
Read the full story →First Day of June: Questers Sponsor Antiques On The Square Spring Show
Saturday, May 31, 2008
Date: June 01, 2008 Time: 9AM-5PM Location: Courthouse Plaza Downtown Prescott Prescott, AZ Phone: (928) 445-5168 Sponsored by Thumb Butte Questers. More than 50 antique dealers from…
Read the full story →Prescott Public Library Hosts Renewable Energy Awareness Day
Friday, May 30, 2008
Renewable Energy Awareness Day Saturday, May 31st from 1 pm - 5 pm Prescott Public Library (Goodwin Street) An educational event for all citizens, young and old to learn about renewable energy and other "Green" services in Prescott. Local…
Read the full story →City Tabs Green Building Specialist
Friday, May 30, 2008
The City of Prescott has named Dan Fairbank as official "Green Building Specialist." Fairbank also continues his duties as a Permit Specialist for the Building Department. "I can help with advice and direct…
Read the full story →Green Building Discussion With National Expert
Friday, May 30, 2008
The Ecosa Institute and the upcoming Greater Yavapai Branch of the U.S. Green Building Council will present GREEN BUILDING WITH PLINY FISK, Friday, June 6th, 7 pm, at Murphy's Upstairs Restaurant, 201 N. Cortez. …
Read the full story →Elks Opera House Hosts AZ Revue's Third Season
Thursday, May 29, 2008
Prescott's own Arizona Revue That's Entertainment! returned to the historic Elks Opera House on May 25th for another run. Musical Director Clyde Score, drew a comparison to Branson, Missouri…
Read the full story →Sharlot Hall Award Recipient
Thursday, May 29, 2008
Each year, the Sharlot Hall Museum offers recognition to an Arizona woman who has made a valuable contribution to the understanding and awareness of the Grand Canyon State and its heritage. This award is…
Read the full story →Prescott PD Takes A Super-Sized Bite Out Of Crime
Thursday, May 29, 2008
At a recent meeting, Prescott Police Chief Randy Oaks made a presentation to city council and city staff announcing two consecutive years of crime reduction, as reported to the FBI. Part One crimes, crimes…
Read the full story →Sister City Group Holds Second Meeting
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
(May 28, 2008 - courtesy, Prescott eNews) The fledgling Suchitoto organization, after two productive meetings, is just starting to explore the opportunities for cultural exchanges between the Cities of Prescott and Suchitoto. Enrique Melendez…
Read the full story →Water & Sewer Rate Hike Passes
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
Following numerous community meetings and public presentations on proposed water and sewer rate hikes, Prescott's City Council has unanimously approved needed increases. Rising costs, stricter environmental regulations, a need for alternate water source considerations, and…
Read the full story →Thanks to Donors, Dogs Have It Made In The Shade
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
When the owners of Sun City Awning and Patio learned that Prescott Animal Control (PAC) needed to shade its outside play area, they took action. Al and Bryan Beachy immediately donated a 12 x…
Read the full story →Public Meeting On Rosser Street Improvements
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
The City of Prescott is currently designing a roadway project along Rosser Street, from Tatum Place to SR 89 that will include traffic calming measures. Additionally, a new sanitary sewer pumping station and force main along Granite Creek will be…
Read the full story →Prescott College Ripple Project to host Volunteer Recruitment Party at Ripple Repeats Thriftique
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
Ripple Repeats Thriftique will host a Volunteer Recruitment Party on May 30 at 4 p.m. at the Ripple Repeats Thriftique, 312 Grove Ave, for students, faculty, and community members who are interested in volunteering…
Read the full story →City Council Meeting Tuesday, May 27th
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
To download an official copy of today's agenda, [click here](http://www.cityofprescott.net/leadership/meetings/). …
Read the full story →Finch No-Hits ASA All-Stars Before A Sellout Crowd
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
Though the forecast was tenuous, the weather underground conspired to clear the skies for Sunday night's grand exhibition at Ken Lindley Field. With 11 K's, the U.S. Women's National Softball team's star hurler, Jennie Finch…
Read the full story →City's Water Conservation Expert At Sharlot Hall
Thursday, May 22, 2008
On Sunday, June 1, Shaun Rydell, City of Prescott Water Conservation Coordinator, and Andy Millison, Permaculturist and Rainwater Harvesting Specialist, will offer practical methods to reduce home water consumption in the Museum Gallery. According to…
Read the full story →Tri-City DUI Taskforce Deployed For Holiday Weekend
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
The Tri-City DUI Taskforce will be out in force this holiday weekend to remove impaired drivers from our roadways. During the Memorial Day Weekend, officers from agencies throughout Yavapai County will be assigned…
Read the full story →Hall of Fame Broadcaster To Cover Olympic Softball Exhibition
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
David Veatch, award winning producer and the City of Prescott's Public Communications Coordinator, has tabbed Hall of Fame broadcaster, Lee Shoblom, as on-camera talent for Sunday's sell out exhibition game between the USA Softball…
Read the full story →Police Blotter: Prescott Baby in Stable Condition After Ingesting Methadone
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
On May 14, 2008 at approximately 7:00 AM Prescott Police Officers responded to an apartment on Country Club Circle for an unresponsive three and a half week old baby girl. The baby was under…
Read the full story →Suchitoto Sister City Committee Meeting
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
The next meeting of the Prescott Sister City Suchitoto Committee will be held this coming Wednesday, Wednesday, May 21 at Yavapai College,Building 15,room 209 at 6pm. A video presentation featuring the country of El Salvador…
Read the full story →City Officials To Convene On FY 08-09 Budget
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
Council, city officials, and department heads will convene for what promises to be an all-day meeting to discuss budget issues for the fiscal year 2008-2009 (begining July 1). The workshop, which is open to…
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