Flagstaff
Arizona
City Of Flagstaff
Flagstaff is a community rich with cultural diversity, beauty, and history as well as amazing educational, recreational and scientific opportunities. Our city government is devoted to enhancing the quality of life of our citizens, as well as the many visitors that grace Northern Arizona.
Flagstaff, Arizona is located at the intersection of Interstate 17 and Interstate 40, and is the largest city in Northern Arizona. The city is also the regional center and county seat for Coconino County, the second largest county in the 48 contiguous states. The City of Flagstaff, becoming a town in 1894, incorporated as a city in 1928, and currently comprising of just over 64 square miles, is nestled at the base of the San Francisco Peaks and surrounded by one of the largest pine forests on earth. Flagstaff drew its name from a very tall pine tree made into a flagpole in 1876 to celebrate our nations centennial. At nearly 7,000 feet, Flagstaff is also one of the highest elevation cities in the United States. The city is a year-round mecca for visitors and many Arizonans maintain second homes here.
In 1855 Lieutenant Beale, in surveying a road from the Rio Grande in New Mexico to Fort Tejon in California, passed over the spot where Flagstaff now stands. While camping at the Eastern extremity of the present town, the lieutenant had his men cut the limbs from a straight pine tree in order to fly the United States flag.
The town’s first recognized permanent settler, Thomas F. McMillan, arrived in 1876 and built a cabin at the base of Mars Hill. During the 1880’s Flagstaff began to grow, opening its first post office and welcoming the booming railroad industry. The town had timber, sheep and cattle and by 1886 Flagstaff was the biggest city on the main line between Albuquerque and the West Coast.
In 1894, Dr. Percival Lowell chose Flagstaff, due to its great visibility, as the site for the now famous Lowell Observatory. Thirty-six years later, Pluto was discovered through the observatory’s telescopes. The Arizona Teacher’s College began in 1899, later becoming Northern Arizona University (1966). During the 1920’s, Route 66 was built and passed right through town making Flagstaff a popular tourist stop. Flagstaff was incorporated as a city in 1928.
Today, Flagstaff is a community rich with cultural diversity, beauty and history, as well as amazing educational, recreational and scientific opportunities.
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City Of Flagstaff Housing Section 2022 Year In Review
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Read More »Winter Wonderland And Holiday Tree Lighting - December 3
The City of Flagstaff’s Parks, Recreation, Open Space, and Events Division and the Flagstaff Downtown Business Alliance are hosting the annual Winter Wonderland and Holiday Tree Lighting event on Dec. 3, 2022 in Heritage Square and on Aspen…
Read More »City Of Flagstaff News And Announcements Flagstaff Pulliam Airport Holiday Traveltips
Ahead of the upcoming holiday season, Flagstaff Pulliam Airport reminds travelers to arrive 90 minutes before departure to ensure a seamless experience during this busy travel period. New airline regulations do not allow passengers to check in or…
Read More »City Of Flagstaff News - City's Pedestrian Advisory Committee Is Looking For New Members
City's Pedestrian Advisory Committee is looking for new members The City’s Pedestrian Advisory Committee (PAC) currently has several vacancies and is looking for new members who are engaged and interested in making Flagstaff a better place…
Read More »City Council Election Results Will Take Longer To Process Due To Number Of Write-In Candidates
The City of Flagstaff and Coconino County would like to provide information on when election results will be available following the November 8 election. The first batch of results will be released by Coconino County on Election Day after 8 p.m.…
Read More »City Of Flagstaff News And Announcements Schultz Creek Detention Basins Complete And Functional
The City of Flagstaff is happy to announce that the Schultz Creek Sediment and Flood Mitigation Detention Basins are complete and functional. The basins were completed incredibly quickly, with the project being designed, planned, bid and constructed…
Read More »City Of Flagstaff News and Announcements : Drop-Off Day Saturday
The City of Flagstaff Sustainability Office and the Flagstaff Police Department invite you to attend a free community Drop-off Day. Join City staff on Saturday, October 29 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Flagstaff Police Department, 911 E.…
Read More »City Of Flagstaff News : Compost Your Dried Leaves And Pine Needles This Fall
The City of Flagstaff invites the public to drop off dried leaves and pine needles at three drop-off locations in Flagstaff on Saturday, October 29 and Sunday, October 30. Bags of dried leaves and pine needles can be delivered to the following…
Read More »City Of Flagstaff News Proposition 441 And 442 Open House Events In October
The City of Flagstaff is hosting three open house events in October to provide educational information to members of the public on Propositions 441 and 442. Informational materials on the propositions will be available at the events and City staff…
Read More »City Of Flagstaff News and Announcements : City proposes stormwater rate adjustment
The City of Flagstaff is proposing amendments to the City Code to adopt new or increased fees related to stormwater service charges. Several events since the most recent rate adjustment have combined to make the current stormwater rate…
Read More »City Of Flagstaff News and Announcements City hosts Indigenous Peoples Daycelebration event on October 10
The City of Flagstaff will host an Indigenous Peoples Day celebration on October 10, 2022. Titled “Honoring the Voices of Our Youth”, the event will feature both virtual and in-person sessions from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. including…
Read More »City of Flagstaff Housing Section Newsletter - October 2022
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Read More »City Of Flagstaff News And Announcements City Hosts Meet And Greet Event Forwater Services Director Candidates
The City of Flagstaff invites members of the public to attend a meet and greet event on Monday, Oct. 3 from 3 – 5 p.m. at Flagstaff City Hall for final candidates for the position of Water Services Director. The City received 25 applications,…
Read More »City Of Flagstaff News - City Hosts Meet And Greet Event For Water Services Director Candidates
City hosts meet and greet event for Water Services Director candidates The City of Flagstaff invites members of the public to attend a meet and greet event on Monday, Oct. 3 from 3 – 5 p.m. at Flagstaff City Hall for final candidates for the…
Read More »City Of Flagstaff News And Announcements Building Safety Plan Review Timelines Extended Due To Staffing Vacancies
Due to a high number of staff vacancies and a high volume of permit activity, the City of Flagstaff is extending its current published building safety plan review times. The timeline for a building safety completeness review is being extending by…
Read More »Community Welcome Event Connects NAU Student Residents With Their Flagstaff Neighbors
Northern Arizona University and the City of Flagstaff are teaming up for the 5th Annual Community Welcome walk. On Wednesday, September 7, between 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., a small team of volunteers will be visiting homes in neighborhoods near the NAU…
Read More »City Of Flagstaff News - Apply for a Neighborhood Sustainability Grant
Apply for a Neighborhood Sustainability Grant The City of Flagstaff Sustainability Office invites the public to apply for a Neighborhood Sustainability Grant. The Neighborhood Sustainability Grant program is a competitive grant program that funds…
Read More »City Of Flagstaff News And Announcements City And County To Host Public Workshopson Updating The Flagstaff Regional Plan
The City of Flagstaff and Coconino County will host a series of ten public workshops starting Aug. 22 and continuing through November to create a shared vision for the Flagstaff region through 2045 and beyond. These discussions are the first…
Read More »City Of Flagstaff News - City Hosts Event Celebrating National Navajo Code Talkers Day
City hosts event celebrating National Navajo Code Talkers Day The City of Flagstaff will celebrate National Navajo Code Talkers Day with an event on Sunday, Aug. 14 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the NACET Conference Room (2201 N. Gemini Rd.).…
Read More »City of Flagstaff News - Volunteer opportunities available to create sandbags
Flagstaff community members who would like to volunteer to support residents impacted by Pipeline Fire post-wildfire flooding on the west side of Flagstaff are invited to assist in filling sandbags. Volunteers are encouraged to visit either of the…
Read More »City of Flagstaff News - Flagstaff Pulliam Airport Launches New Website
Flagstaff Pulliam Airport (FLG) is pleased to announce the launch of a new website with a modern design, increased functionality, and innovative features. The website flyflagstaffaz.com provides accessible resources for travelers and the community.…
Read More »City Of Flagstaff News - City launches two new residential food scrap drop-off locations
The City of Flagstaff’s Sustainability Office invites the public to use two new residential food scraps drop-off locations at the Flagstaff Aquaplex (1702 N Fourth St) and Bow and Arrow Park (3701 N Cochise Dr). To use the free drop-off…
Read More »City of Flagstaff Housing Section Newsletter - August 2022
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Read More »City Declares State Of Emergency For 2022 Post Pipeline Fire Flooding Response
Flagstaff’s Mayor Paul Deasy declared a State of Emergency on behalf of the City of Flagstaff due to the impacts of monsoonal flooding in areas impacted by post-Pipeline Fire flooding that started on July 16, 2022. Declaring a State of…
Read More »Library Front Entry Plaza Renovation To Begin In August
On Aug. 1, the Flagstaff City - Coconino County Public Library will begin construction on a new front entry plaza for its downtown location at 300 W. Aspen Ave. in order to meet Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards. This renovation…
Read More »City Of Flagstaff News and Announcements : Flagstaff partners with APS to powercity operations with 100% renewable electricity
The City of Flagstaff is partnering with Arizona Public Service Co. (APS) to power city operations with 100% carbon-free electricity. The City is the first enrolled participant in APS’s newly launched Green Power Partners (GPP) program, which…
Read More »City Of Flagstaff News Volunteer Day On July 9 In Museum Flood Area
The City of Flagstaff is hosting a community volunteer day in areas downstream of the Museum Fire burn scar on Saturday, July 9. Volunteers will be assisting residents who are elderly or have a disability repair their emergency sandbag mitigation.…
Read More »City Of Flagstaff News and Announcements : United Airlines suspending service at Flagstaff Pulliam Airport beginning October 30, 2022
United Airlines has announced plans to suspend service at Flagstaff Pulliam Airport and will review after six months. United Airlines currently provides direct service to and from Denver, Colorado and will continue service through the end of October…
Read More »City Of Flagstaff - City of Flagstaff lifts fire restrictions
The City of Flagstaff will lift current fire restrictions and return to Stage 0 fire restrictions on Tuesday, June 28 at 12 p.m. (noon). Under Stage 0 fire restrictions, -Smoking and use of electronic cigarettes are prohibited in all public…
Read More »City Of Flagstaff News and Announcements : Self-fill sandbag stations available inwest Flagstaff for residents impacted by Pipeline Fire
The City of Flagstaff has established two self-filling sandbag stations for those impacted by the Pipeline Fire who live on the west side of Flagstaff. The first station is in Thorpe Park, at the parking lot at the north end of N. Aztec St. between…
Read More »City Of Flagstaff News And Announcements City Requests Arguments For And Against Proposed Election Questions
Prior to the Nov. 8, 2022 election, each household with a registered voter will receive an informational pamphlet that includes arguments for and against proposed questions that have a local impact. Any person interested in submitting an argument is…
Read More »City Of Flagstaff News And Announcements Volunteer Day June 25 To Assist Museumfire Flood Area
The City of Flagstaff is hosting a community volunteer day in areas downstream of the Museum Fire burn scar on Saturday, June 25. Volunteers will be assisting residents who are elderly or have a disability repair their emergency sandbag mitigation.…
Read More »City Of Flagstaff News and Announcements - Flood insurance encouraged in Schultz Creek Watershed and the Rio de Flag floodplain
Preliminary flood hazard modeling of areas impacted by the Pipeline Fire indicates an increased risk of flooding for some neighborhoods within Flagstaff City limits. Specifically, residents whose homes are in the neighborhoods of Creighton Estates,…
Read More »City Of Flagstaff - City seeking community input on Greater Observatory Mesa Trail Plan draft
The City of Flagstaff is soliciting community review and feedback on the Greater Observatory Mesa Trail Plan draft. The Greater Observatory Mesa Trail Plan’s purpose is to design a trail system for implementation in the Observatory Mesa…
Read More »City Of Flagstaff To Enter Stage 3 Fire Restrictions
The City of Flagstaff will enter Stage 3 Fire Restrictions at 8 a.m. on Friday, June 17. Stage 3 Fire Restrictions include the following new restrictions: - The use of propane and gas BBQs (including those with an on-off switch) is prohibited…
Read More »Siren testing scheduled For Friday, June 17 from 12 – 2 p.m
The Museum Fire flood area siren alerting system has been installed in the Grandview Homes and Sunnyside neighborhoods and full-volume testing has been scheduled for Friday, June 17 from 12 - 2 p.m. During the full-volume testing period, residents…
Read More »City Hosts Community Volunteer Day On June 18 In Areas Impacted By Museum Fire Flooding
The City of Flagstaff is hosting a community volunteer day in areas downstream of the Museum Fire burn scar on Saturday, June 18. Volunteers will be assisting residents who are elderly or have a disability repair their emergency sandbag mitigation.…
Read More »Saturday June 11 - Opportunity For Community Input On Thorpe Park Annex Draft Designs
The City of Flagstaff Parks, Recreation, Open Space, and Events Division, Southwest Decision Resources, and Wheat Design Group invite the Flagstaff community to review and comment on three (3) draft design concepts for the future of the Thorpe Park…
Read More »City of Flagstaff in Stage 2 fire restrictions
The City of Flagstaff will enter Stage 2 Fire Restrictions at 6 a.m. on May 26, 2022. Stage 2 Fire Restrictions include the following new restrictions: -The use of open fire pits and other open flame devices (including those with a spark…
Read More »City Of Flagstaff News and Announcements - Library hosts Lifelong LearningCelebration and Yearbook Day
The Flagstaff City-Coconino County Public Library will be celebrating Flagstaff learners of all ages with its Lifelong Learning Celebration and Yearbook Day on Friday, May 20. This all-day, interactive celebration will take place in the Community…
Read More »City Of Flagstaff News and Announcements - Volunteer cleanup day on May 21 in are as impacted by Museum Fire flooding
The City of Flagstaff is hosting a volunteer cleanup day in areas downstream of the Museum Fire burn scar on Saturday, May 21. Volunteers will be assisting with clearing debris and litter from public infrastructure around Ponderosa Park and the…
Read More »City Of Flagstaff News And Announcements Grant Funding Available For Historic Preservation With May 25 Deadline
The City of Flagstaff has seven $10,000 matching grants available for historic property owners under its Historic Façades and Signs Grant program. The grants are available for both privately owned residential and commercial properties.…
Read More »City Of Flagstaff News and Announcements - Sandbags available for residents impacted by Museum Fire flooding
The City of Flagstaff and the Coconino County Flood Control District are helping residents in neighborhoods downstream of the Museum Fire burn scar prepare for the 2022 monsoon season by placing pallets of new sandbags and trash bins throughout…
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