Flagstaff Metropolitan Planning Organization sets course for transportation

Flagstaff, AZ (October 4, 2009) – On Sunday, October 4, the Flagstaff Metropolitan Planning Organization (FMPO) released its update of the long-range regional transportation plan, Flagstaff Pathways 2030, for public comment.

“This plan continues our region’s proud accomplishments in transportation,” says Matt Ryan, chairman of both the FMPO and the Coconino County Board of Supervisors. “In the last ten years we’ve added miles of trails and bike lanes, hours of transit service, and bridged across the railroad. As our region grows, we see a need for even more connections for all modes to support activity centers like downtown and Fourth Street. It’s important that we hear back from the public on these plans, so that strong policy can be created and acted upon.”

David Wessel, FMPO Manager, noted several challenges the plan addresses. “Land use plans forecast growth pushing out from the city center. The plan proposes new roads and their detailed study to address congestion, basic circulation, and the potential need for emergency service access or evacuation. We’d like to hear even more from the public on the benefits these roads provide in respect to their impact on neighborhoods, open space, wildlife and other values we hold in high regard. The studies will determine our ability – or inability - to balance these needs within the potential corridors.”

The formal public comment period ends on November 19, 2009. The document may be reviewed and comments may be submitted online at www.flagstaffmpo.org. Copies and drop boxes of the plan and comment forms are also located at City Hall, the County Administration offices and both branches of the library. The plan will be presented at a Town Hall Meeting October 22, 2009 from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. in the Flagstaff City Council Chambers. The FMPO anticipates taking formal action on the plan in mid-December. See their website for meeting information or contact the FMPO at 226-4849.
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This community-wide event is brought to you by: NAU’s Culture, Community and Environment, City of Flagstaff, Coconino County, Sustainable Economic Development Initiative, Flagstaff Unified School District, Friends of Flagstaff’s Future, Interfaith Council, Murdoch Community Center, NACOG, Plaza Vieja, Sunnyside, Southside and Revolution Bikes.
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When you bring in a strand of traditional holiday lights to “swap,” you will receive a strand of LED holiday lights for $4 plus tax. Traditional incandescent light strands use 90% more energy than LED lights. In addition, LED lights save you money!

LED Holiday Light Swap will take place at HomeCo ACE — 1763 E. Bulter Avenue, Flagstaff November 17, 2008 — until supplies run out! First come first served. Limit of 4 strands per household.

For more information on tips to increase your homes energy efficiency and save money this holiday season, please visit: www.flagstaff.az.gov/homes.

The City of Flagstaff will receive $587,100 from the Department of Energy's Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant, as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. These funds will assist the Flagstaff Residential Energy Efficiency Program in completing 550 residential energy efficiency retrofits, create and retain 8 - 12 jobs in the Flagstaff community, save 5 million kilowatts of energy annually, offset 5,446,875 pounds of carbon dioxide annually and save $195,000 in utility bills annually.

The Flagstaff Residential Energy Efficiency Program includes two progressive and impactful tiers of building energy conservation retrofits implemented through community partnerships.

First tier services include the installation of low cost, high efficiency energy and water conservation measures coupled with community education and outreach performed by trained and certified Energy Conservation Corps crews.

Second tier services include the implementation of all first tier measures as well as mitigation of more advanced needs identified through the performance of energy audits. Implementation, community education and outreach will be performed jointly by trained and certified Energy Conservation Corps crews and building science professionals.

Starting November 14th, applications will be available, on a first come first served basis. Fee for service is based on household income. [More Information...]

The event is being offered to promote energy efficiency and affordable living in Flagstaff. Applications will be available for the City of Flagstaff’s Residential Energy Efficiency Program. Information on Coconino County and NACOG’s energy efficiency and weatherization programs will also be available. The event will feature a raffle/silent auction, games, circus performances for kids and a CFL light bulb swap. (Bring up to 6 old bulbs and receive that many CFL's.)

This community-wide event is brought to you by: NAU’s Culture, Community and Environment, City of Flagstaff, Coconino County, Sustainable Economic Development Initiative, Flagstaff Unified School District, Friends of Flagstaff’s Future, Interfaith Council, Murdoch Community Center, NACOG, Plaza Vieja, Sunnyside, Southside and Revolution Bikes.
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When you bring in a strand of traditional holiday lights to “swap,” you will receive a strand of LED holiday lights for $4 plus tax. Traditional incandescent light strands use 90% more energy than LED lights. In addition, LED lights save you money!

LED Holiday Light Swap will take place at HomeCo ACE — 1763 E. Bulter Avenue, Flagstaff November 17, 2008 — until supplies run out! First come first served. Limit of 4 strands per household.

For more information on tips to increase your homes energy efficiency and save money this holiday season, please visit: www.flagstaff.az.gov/homes.

The City of Flagstaff will receive $587,100 from the Department of Energy's Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant, as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. These funds will assist the Flagstaff Residential Energy Efficiency Program in completing 550 residential energy efficiency retrofits, create and retain 8 - 12 jobs in the Flagstaff community, save 5 million kilowatts of energy annually, offset 5,446,875 pounds of carbon dioxide annually and save $195,000 in utility bills annually.

The Flagstaff Residential Energy Efficiency Program includes two progressive and impactful tiers of building energy conservation retrofits implemented through community partnerships.

First tier services include the installation of low cost, high efficiency energy and water conservation measures coupled with community education and outreach performed by trained and certified Energy Conservation Corps crews.

Second tier services include the implementation of all first tier measures as well as mitigation of more advanced needs identified through the performance of energy audits. Implementation, community education and outreach will be performed jointly by trained and certified Energy Conservation Corps crews and building science professionals.

Starting November 14th, applications will be available, on a first come first served basis. Fee for service is based on household income. [More Information...]

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