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 land. In an exclusive statement to the Quad Cities Business News, Prescott Mayor Phil Goode said, “The city’s purchase of the 300-plus acres was an important step in the city’s ongoing effort to … [Read more...] about Scenic Granite Dells Acreage Added to Open Space
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Celebrating Open Space and Sister Cities
August was an important month for the City of Prescott, as council took several steps to ensure a prosperous future for our citizens, while looking back on a half century of partnership with one of our Sister Cities. Prescott City Council approved the purchase of more than 300 acres of property for the purpose of natural open space in the Granite Dells. The land was acquired from the Storm family, following a letter of intent approved by council on Nov. 9, 2021. This strategic acquisition of … [Read more...] about Celebrating Open Space and Sister Cities
Enjoying Prescott’s Outdoor Beauty
Spring is beginning to make an appearance here in Arizona, and we are all beginning to turn our attention once again to the vast array of outdoor activities available in the Prescott community. One of the greatest gifts our hometown has given us during the uncertainty of the last year has been the beauty of the great outdoors. Our mild climate, beautiful mountain vistas, five lakes, multiple golf courses, sports fields, and the Granite Dells are an allure to visitors and citizens alike. With so … [Read more...] about Enjoying Prescott’s Outdoor Beauty
Prescott, AED Endorse Granite Dells Proposal
The pathway is open for future deliberations and discussions about the development of 850 homes and 200 resort units in land owned by Arizona Eco Development (AED) in the iconic Granite Dells area. The property is located on the northeast side of Highway 89 as it goes toward the Prescott Regional Airport (PRC). A unanimous vote by the Prescott City Council approved a letter of intent with AED during a council meeting on June 9. City Attorney Jon Paladini pointed out the letter of intent is … [Read more...] about Prescott, AED Endorse Granite Dells Proposal
