Caution: Street Sweeper Ahead Sedona, AZ (August 18,2011) – Several streets in Sedona will be swept starting Sunday, August 21 through Wednesday, August 31, 2011 between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. The streets to be swept are the following: State Route 89A from Art Barn Road to Upper Red Rock Loop Road SR 179 from SR 89A to City Limits south of the Back O’ Beyond roundabout Upper Red Rock Loop Road from State Route 89A along Sedona Red Rock H. S. frontage Dry Creek Road from State Route 89A to end of curb (north of Thunder…
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Backflow Valves Prevent Messes Sedona, AZ (August 18, 2011) – The City of Sedona would like to remind the public of the requirements and timeline to install a backwater device per City Code, Chapter 13, Section 13-5-5. It states the following, “When the lowest drain fixture for a facility served by a gravity sewer lateral is less than four inches higher than the nearest upstream manhole, a backwater prevention device shall be installed on the lateral on private property exterior to and down stream of the facility served by the lateral. A backwater device shall be installed on existing laterals…
Bring Public Art to the Community Sedona, AZ (August 18, 2011) – The City of Sedona Arts and Culture Commission is seeking two members for the Art In Public Places Committee. This Committee recommends policy on public art issues to the Commission. Their goal is to bring public art to the community through exhibits, donations, and art competitions. The deadline to return applications is Monday, September 19, 2011, at 5 p.m. in the City Clerk’s office. Members serve without pay and must be residents of the greater Sedona area. The term of service is three years. Appointments will be made…
Three Year Commitment for Advisory Board Sedona, AZ (August 18, 2011) – The City of Sedona is now accepting applications for three members of the Sedona Personnel Board. Members must be a resident of the City of Sedona. The deadline to return applications is Monday, August 22, 2011, by 6:00 p.m. The purpose of the Personnel Board is to serve as an advisory board to the City Manager in determining whether just cause existed for dismissal, demotion, or suspension without pay of classified non-probationary employees; and that proper procedures have been followed in such matters. The Personnel Board shall meet…
Issues of Sustainability and Environmental Significance Considered Sedona, AZ (August 12, 2011) – What is the Sedona Sustainability Commission? The Sustainability Commission is a group of nine local volunteers, chosen by the Sedona City Council, to serve as an advisory board on issues related to environmental sustainability for Sedona. The Sustainability Commission was formed in 2010 and began holding monthly meetings in January 2011.
“You Seem to Thrive on Disseminating Misinformation…” Says Mayor Rob Adams The SaveSedonaNow/Letthepeoplevoteon89a spin machine is at it again, spreading more hatred in our community by way of the fictitious Liz Smith. What continues to be Puzzling and yet consistent is his/her absence from any public appearances. There have been several public events recently where he/she had been invited and again…no show. Interesting also is the Mayor’s change of position on the issue; he now appears on the same SaveSedonaNow/Letthepeoplevoeton89a website and newspaper ads, in support of Liz Smith’s rants. In August 2011 he typified Liz’s writing calling it “propaganda”,…
Vote Now for Sedona as “The Most Beautiful Place in America” Sedona, AZ (August 8, 2011) – Sedona has been chosen as one of Good Morning America’s “Most Beautiful Places in America”. Please vote and make Sedona #1! Go to http: //abcnews.go.com/GMA/best_places_USA to vote for Sedona. According to GMA, “Sedona’s natural beauty takes your breath away. The Red Rocks inspire such awe that we had to name it one of our Most Beautiful Places in America.” Help Sedona win by voting now!
Automation Gives 24/7 Availability Sedona, AZ (August 2, 2011) – The City of Sedona Financial Services Department will begin utilizing a more efficient routing system for phone calls on Monday, August 1. The phone system will allow customers to make wastewater payments at any time of day. A live operator will be available to accept payments from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. After business hours, an automated system will be available for customers to make payments. The payment service the City will offer is at no cost to citizens. With the new dedicated phone lines, the Finance Department is also…
Uptown Sedona’s Fun Event Sedona, AZ (July 30, 2011) – The 25th Annual Moonlight Madness Street Festival & Sidewalk Sales in Uptown Sedona will be held LABOR DAY WEEKEND, Saturday, September 3 from noon to 9 pm, and continuing through Monday September 5. This street festival includes free activities and entertainment as well as sidewalk sales along SR 89A in the Main Street District; presented by business sponsors and Sedona Main Street Program. For details call (928) 204-2390 or visit http://www.sedonamainstreet.com/.
Is Anyone Injured in a Poetry Slam? Sedona, AZ (July 27, 2011) – Sedona’s Studio Live hosts a poetry slam Saturday, July 30, starting at 7:30 p.m. featuring the four members of the Flagstaff National Poetry Slam Team. The slam follows on the heels of the recent premiere of the documentary poetry film “Louder Than a Bomb offering Sedona audiences a live poetry slam to watch, judge or even compete in. The four-poet team will share the stage with some of the Southwest’s top poets pouring out their words in an explosion of expression. All poets are welcome to compete…
“Our goal is to inspire and empower women” Sedona, AZ (July 22, 2011) – Hoping to see you at this amazing event! The 8th annual Mary Magdalene Celebration is tomorrow Saturday, July 23, 9AM-3:30PM, at the Sedona Creative Life Center. A fantastic group of inspiring woman will be offering a dramatic piece sharing the story of my own journey to embracing the practice of Compassion. Barbara Litrell, the force behind this growing movement says, “Our goal is to inspire and empower women in their personal and spiritual lives and to call them to be the sacred vessels filled with spirit…
Plan for Delays in Sedona on Saturday Sedona, AZ (July 20, 2011) – On Saturday, July 23, the Sedona Uptown area will be hosting two different public events, the National Day of the Cowboy, and the Get Your Pig On BBQ competition. If your travel plans include traveling on N. SR 89A through the Sedona uptown area, expect traffic delays due to increased pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
City of Sedona Launches Facebook Page Sedona, AZ (July 20, 2011 – The City of Sedona is happy to announce its Facebook page and encourages residents and visitors to be a Fan. At the recent City Council retreat, Council approved the implementation of Facebook and other social media to enhance public outreach. The City’s Facebook page is another way to connect with residents and publicize City news and events. To be a Fan, click on the Facebook link at www.SedonaAZ.gov or on www.Facebook.com search for the “City of Sedona†page. For more information, please contact Communications Manager Ginger Wolstencroft at…
Celebrate National Day of the Cowboy at Heritage Museum Sedona, AZ (July 20, 2011) – The Sedona Heritage Museum presents Michael Peach in a free performance of a special show created in celebration of National Day of the Cowboy. “Mischief on the Muggy Own” will be presented at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 23 at Wayside Chapel, lower level in Jordan Hall. Seating is limited and available on a first come/first served basis.
Sex Therapy to Remain in West Sedona Sedona, AZ (July 18, 2011) – At the July 12, 2011, meeting of the Sedona City Council an appeal of a decision by the Planning and Zoning Commission was heard. At issue was a conditional use permit (CUP) granted to a local organization on June 7, 2011. CUP’s are granted by the city on a regular basis so why is this news? The elephant in the room. The elephant is what people mutter under their breath about an organization called The Sedona Temple School of International Arts which who teach consciousness and sexuality…