Coconino County Board of Supervisors Appoint Steve Peru as County Manager

Peru will return to the County Manager role on April 5.

The Coconino County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously Tuesday to appoint Steve Peru as its next County Manager, with his service to begin on April 5.

The Board interviewed Peru on Tuesday for the role. Peru also interviewed with the County Elected Off...

Coconino County Moves to Include Those 55 and Older in Phase 1b

During the ever-evolving COVID-19 response, Coconino County continues to remain nimble to best meet the needs of the community.

Today, in accordance with the updated Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) COVID-19 vaccination guidelines, Coconino County is expanding vaccinations to individuals aged 55 and older as part of the current Phase 1b. Also, ADHS informed Coconino Co...

County Congratulates Stacy Krueger on her Appointment by Governor to the Coconino Superior Court

Coconino County congratulates Stacy Krueger on her appointment by Governor Doug Ducey to the Coconino County Superior Court Division III to fill the vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Mark R. Moran.

Stacy is a longtime public servant at the Coconino County Attorney’s Office, with a focus on prosecuting domestic violence cases. In addition to her own heavy caseload, Stacy oversees prosecutors who serve in the County’s specialty cou...

County Board Changes Course on County Manager Recruitment, Prepared to Name Steve Peru as Manager

Peru is the former Coconino County Manager and Clerk of the Board and current Chief External Affairs Officer of the Coconino Community College and President of the Coconino Community College Foundation. The Board will interview Peru on Tuesday, March 2.

The Coconino County Board of Supervisors today changed course on the County Manager Recruitment process opting to interview an experienced, local candidate for the position. The Board of Supervisors expressed the need for continuity of leadership and expe...

Additional First Dose COVID-19 Vaccination Appointments to open on Friday, Feb. 26

On Friday, Feb. 26 at noon, Coconino County will open over 700 first dose COVID-19 vaccination appointments for the Fort Tuthill County Park vaccination site. Appointment times are available on Monday, March 1 and Tuesday, March 2.

Those interested in scheduling an appointment can visit coconino.az.gov/covid19vaccine and navigate to Vaccine Locations webpage, then click on the Flagstaff - March, Fort Tuthill, First Dose link. With the release of additional appointments, Coconino Cou...

Governing School Board Candidates appointed, elected, or deemed elected to multiple Seats

Coconino County Superintendent of Schools, Cheryl Mango-Paget, would like to announce the Governing Board Members (appointed, elected or deemed elected) for several school districts:

Chevelon Butte #5: Evelyn Counsell, Christina R. Eng, Laurie Hawke, Amy Snodgrass-deemed elected

Coconino Association for Vocations, Industry, and Technology (CAVIAT) Flagstaff: Robert Locke, Cathleen Garrison- deemed elected; Doug Allan-appointed ...

Governing School Board Candidates to be Interviewed For Open Seat at Williams USD

Coconino County Superintendent of Schools, Cheryl Mango-Paget, would like to announce interviews have been scheduled for the Governing School Board Member open seat at Williams USD.

An advisory committee has been assembled, consisting of a district resident and a current board member to conduct interviews and advise Superintendent Mango-Paget on the appointments.

The Superintendent is also seeking public input regarding the appointmen...

County Superintendent of Schools announces 2021 Spelling BEE Winner

Cheryl Mango-Paget, County Superintendent of Schools, would like to announce Coconino County’s 2021 Spelling BEE winner is Mae Ann Bradford from Basis.ed.

She was determined the winner after 2 tiebreakers were completed. Congratulations Mae Ann on winning the 2021 County Spelling Bee! You should be incredibly proud knowing your efforts and skills paid off and contributed to your recent achievement. Mae Ann ...

Coconino County Donates HVACR Chiller to CCC Trades Program

On Sunday, Feb. 21, Coconino County replaced an 80-ton HVACR (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration) chiller on the County administrative building located at 110 Cherry Ave. in Flagstaff, donating the unsalvageable sy...

Coconino County and Partner Vaccination Sites Forced to Cancel Monday and Tuesday First Dose Appts

As the shipment of COVID-19 vaccine continues to be delayed due to extreme weather conditions across the country, Coconino County and some of its vaccination partners have been forced to cancel Monday, Feb. 22 and Tuesday, Feb. 23 first dose appointments.

Several COVID-19 vaccination sites in Coconino County are impacted including North Country HealthCare, Fort Tuthill County Park, Banner Page, Northwoods, Safeway – Williams, Canyonlands Healthcare, Northern Arizona Healthcare (Flagstaff Medical ...

Board of Supervisors Approves $3 Million for Public Works Stimulus Plan

On Thursday, Feb. 4 the Coconino County Board of Supervisors approved a plan to move $3 million of County projects to construction this spring to help support and stimulate northern Arizona’s local economy, which has been significantly impacted ...

Due to Continued Shipping Delays, Coconino County to Cancel Saturday First Dose Appointments

Coconino County was notified by the Arizona Department of Health Services that this week’s shipment of Moderna COVID-19 vaccine continues to be delayed due to extreme weather conditions across the country.

Due to the prolonged delay and limited on-hand vaccine supply, Coconino County and some partner vaccination sites announced they must cancel and reschedule first dose appointments scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 18 and Friday, Feb. 19, and now Saturday, Feb....

William Ring Nominated for 2021 National Distinguished Prosecutor of the Year

County Attorney William “Bill” Ring has been nominated for the National District Attorneys Association (NDAA) 2021 National Distinguished Prosecutor of the Year Award.

Each year, the National District Attorneys Association recognizes prosecutors who have distinguished themselves among their peers as they seek justice, hold offenders accountable, and protect the rights of victims. The Distinguished Prosecutor Award will ...

Coconino County and Some Partners Forced to Cancel Some First Dose COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments

Coconino County was notified by the Arizona Department of Health Services that this week’s shipment of Moderna COVID-19 vaccine allocation has been delayed due to extreme weather conditions across the country.

Coconino County COVID-19 response team staff are working with vaccination partners to assess vaccine needed for scheduled appointments and transferring available vaccine to partners to limit appointment cancellations. The County was able to provide vaccin...

Coconino County Moves to Vaccinating All Groups in Phase 1b

Coconino County and its healthcare vaccination partners are moving to vaccinating all groups in Phase 1b effective immediately.

Individuals in Phase 1a and Priority Populations in Phase 1b continue to be eligible. All eligible populations are listed below:

•    Phase 1a: Healthcare personnel and long-term care facility residents and staff&nbs...

Jeronimo Vasquez Appointed District 2 County Supervisor

The Board of Supervisors made the appointment at Friday's special session.

After interviewing the qualified candidates for the District 2 County Supervisor vacancy and reviewing multitudes of public comments, Jeronimo Vasquez was unanimously appointed to the position by the Coconino County Board of Supervisors. 

Newly ap...

Kim Musselman Named Director of Coconino County Health and Human Services

Coconino County has named Kim Musselman as Director of Coconino County Health and Human Services (CCHHS) effective immediately.

Musselman has led the County’s COVID-19 response since March 2020 as Incident Commander and has served as Interim Director of CCHHS since June 2020. 

“Kim has been a caring and committed member of the Coconino County team for m...

Coconino County Administrative Offices Closed for Presidents’ Day

All Coconino County administrative offices will be closed Monday, Feb. 15 in
observance of Presidents’ Day.

The COVID-19 testing site at Coconino Community College on Lone Tree in Flagstaff will be open for saliva testing during typical hours of 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. The NAU Union Fieldhouse saliva testing site will operate from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Fort Tuthill...

Coconino County Announces Candidates for District 2 Supervisor Vacancy

Twelve qualified candidates have applied to fill the vacancy for District 2 County Supervisor following the recent resignation of former Supervisor Liz Archuleta.

The qualified candidates, who are registered Democrats and reside in District 2, are: 

• Carmenlita Chief
• Abel Estrella
• Anthony Garcia
• Jacqueline Gencarelle
• Thomas "Tommy" Hernandez
• Carole Mandino
• Jesus Molina
• Chad Moore
• Bill Pribil
• Jeronimo Vasque...

Fort Tuthill County Park Closed Over Holiday Weekend

Only those with a vaccine appointment, Flagstaff Snow Park/Flagstaff Extreme Adventure Course Ticket, or business at Luke Air Force Base may access Fort Tuthill.

Board of Supervisors will Consider a Long-Term Debt Proposal

The Board of Supervisors will be considering a long-term debt proposal in Coconino County.

The long-term debt will be used to fund all or a portion of the County’s unfunded liabilities with respect to the Arizona Public Safety Personnel Retirement System.

The total estimated financing cost will be $24,001,952, consisting of an estimate...

Coconino County Congratulates Supervisor Liz Archuleta On Appointment by the Biden-Harris Admin.

Coconino County congratulates District 2 Supervisor Liz Archuleta for her appointment with the Biden-Harris Administration. Supervisor Archuleta resigns from the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday evening.

Coconino County congratulates District 2 Supervisor Liz Archuleta for her appointment with the Biden-Harris Administration. 

“I am very honored to take this next step in public service. Serving the people of Coconino County has been a tr...

Coconino County and partners collaborate on Phase 1 COVID-19 vaccinations

On the morning of Monday, Jan. 4, County public health staff vaccinated the first person against COVID-19 at the Fort Tuthill County Park vaccination site and was fully booked for vaccination appointments throughout the day. As part of the vaccine roll ou...

County Manager James Jayne Announces Retirement in July of 2021

Coconino County Manager James Jayne will retire on July 2, 2021. Jayne will aid Board of Supervisors in transition to next County Manager.

 Coconino County Manager James Jayne announced his retirement from County service effective July 2, 2021. Jayne joined Coconino County in 2017 and previously served as Navajo County Manager.

“I understand this may be a surprise to many - my season...

Winter Parking Ordinance begins this Sunday, Nov. 1

Coconino County’s annual Winter Parking Ordinance 2017-11 will be in effect between this Sunday, Nov. 1 and Thursday, April 1, 2021.

Coconino County’s annual Winter Parking Ordinance 2017-11 will be in effect between this Sunday, Nov. 1 and Thursday, April 1, 2021. The ordinance requires parking restrictions from County maintained rights-of-way during snow season and for the ...

Flu Vaccinations offered at Coconino County Health and Human Services

Seasonal influenza vaccine is being offered at the Coconino County Health and Human Services (CCHHS) Clinic, 2625 N. King Street, Flagstaff.

Seasonal influenza vaccine is being offered at the Coconino County Health and Human Services (CCHHS) Clinic, 2625 N. King Street, Flagstaff.  Drive-up and Walk-up Flu Vaccination Clinics will be held every Friday beginning September 11 and every ...