After decades of negotiation, the City of Prescott closed escrow on 302 acres of the Storm Ranch property, which adds to the iconic Granite Dells area on the northeast edge of the city. The land, valued at $8,461,808, closed escrow on Oct 5. City officials praised the purchase of the additional … [Read more...] about Scenic Granite Dells Acreage Added to Open Space
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Undertaking the Updated General Plan
The City of Prescott is about to undertake the update and adoption of the 2025 General Plan. The General Plan is the public document that guides the future of a city. Per Arizona Revised Statutes, a city’s land development decisions must be consistent withthe adopted General Plan. Cities under a … [Read more...] about Undertaking the Updated General Plan
Mayor’s ‘State of the City’ Report: Business Climate is Robust
Recently, I was asked to provide an address on the State of the City at the Prescott Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting. This provided me with an excellent opportunity to reflect on and share where we are now as a city and where we are going. As I mentioned last month, we are transitioning city … [Read more...] about Mayor’s ‘State of the City’ Report: Business Climate is Robust
Looking Forward to Serving Prescott
Dear Citizens of Prescott: This is my first column as mayor, so I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself to those who are not familiar with me. First, I would like to congratulate my new council members on the Prescott City Council, including Brandon Montoya, Eric Moore and Jessica … [Read more...] about Looking Forward to Serving Prescott
Considering the Airport, Revitalization, Open Space and More
Winston Churchill once said, “Continuous effort, not strength or intelligence, is the key to unlocking our potential.” Certainly, that describes Prescott’s evolution from a small mining town on the frontier of our country in the 1860s to the award-winning 21st century community we are today. As my … [Read more...] about Considering the Airport, Revitalization, Open Space and More
Food Park to be Developed in Downtown Prescott
Downtown Prescott is just a few weeks from having an outdoor food court providing a variety of options for hungry customers. The concept originated with Shawn and Holly Reddy, owners of the bright red Gringo’s Taco Shop mobile diner that is often seen around the Quad Cities. The food truck park … [Read more...] about Food Park to be Developed in Downtown Prescott
Prescott City Offices, Library Remain Closed
In the City’s ongoing efforts to curb the impacts of COVID-19 in our community, by protecting our staff and the general public, City Hall and all City offices will remain closed to the public through the month of February, 2021. Essential City services such as public safety, solid waste collection … [Read more...] about Prescott City Offices, Library Remain Closed
Christmas, New Year’s Holiday
The City of Prescott will be closed on Friday, December 25th, in observance of the Christmas Holiday and on Friday, January 1, 2021, in observance of the New Year’s Holiday. City offices will reopen on Monday, December 28th and January 4th at 8 a.m. PRESCOTT PUBLIC LIBRARY … [Read more...] about Christmas, New Year’s Holiday
Community Leaders ‘Top Out’ Airport Terminal
Prescott city and county officials and community leaders followed a centuries-old tradition when they signed wood beams that “topped out” the Prescott Regional Airport (PRC) terminal currently under construction. The 10 a.m. ceremony on Monday, July 20 involved approximately 50 invited guests, … [Read more...] about Community Leaders ‘Top Out’ Airport Terminal
Preventing Frozen Pipes
Being prepared and informed may help you to avoid the messy (and often expensive) issue of frozen pipes. The City of Prescott provides information and suggestions about how to prevent water pipes in the home from freezing, and how to thaw them if they do freeze. Why Pipe Freezing is a … [Read more...] about Preventing Frozen Pipes
