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Coconino County, City of Flagstaff proclaim Sept. 15 through Oct. 15, 2023 as Hispanic Heritage Month

FLAGSTAFF — At their regular meeting on Tuesday, September 12, the Coconino County Board of Supervisors (Board) unanimously adopted a proclamation recognizing September 15 through October 15, 2023 as Hispanic Heritage Month in Coconino County.

The proclamation, drafted by County Human Resources staff and members of the Coconino Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC), reads in part “Hispanics and Latinos are some of the earliest native residents of the southwestern United States and Hispanics in Coconino County were amongst the first pioneers in Flagstaff and Coconino County. Many working in the sawmill and railroad industry as an integral piece of establishing our mountain town of Flagstaff and the continued development of Coconino County.”

“It’s always our great pleasure to help celebrate the great diversity of Coconino County,” said Jeronimo Vasquez, Chair of the Board and Supervisor for District 2. “Being Latino, I’m proud to be a part of this tradition and feel it’s very important to take time to learn about the contributions of Latinos and Hispanics in the county throughout our history.”

The full proclamation can be read online here.

An annual Hispanic Heritage observance first began in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson and was expanded by President Ronald Reagan in 1988 to cover a 30-day period starting September 15 and ending on October 15 each year. Nationwide events honoring National Hispanic Heritage Month can be found online:https://www.hispanicheritagemonth.gov/

Para encontrar este comunicado de prensa en español, por favor visite https://coconino.az.gov/  y ‘Select Language’ en la esquina izquierda del sitio web, y haga clic en Noticias del condado para la publicación reciente.

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City of Flagstaff Proclaims Sept. 15 through Oct. 15, 2023 as National Hispanic Heritage Month

FLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff — Office of the Mayor, has proclaimed Sept, 15 through Oct. 15, 2023 as National Hispanic Heritage Month.

“The City of Flagstaff observes, embraces, respects, and celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month. Hispanic Heritage Month also called “Yes de Herencia Hispana”, is celebrated nationwide from September 15th through October 15th each year to commemorate the history, culture, and contributions of Hispanic, Latino, and Latinx peoples whose ancestors originated the Caribbean, Central and South America, Mexico, and Spain. …”

Click on image to see the entire proclamation.

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City of Flagstaff conducting search for new City Manager

City of Flagstaff City ManagerFLAGSTAFF — The City of Flagstaff is conducting a search for a new City Manager.

The City Manager is responsible for the management of the City and oversees all divisions except the City Attorney and the Municipal Court. The City Manager’s office includes two Deputy City Managers and administrative staff. With hiring authority for all divisions and division heads except the Council-appointed City Attorney and Municipal Court Magistrates, the City Manager is the administrative head of city government operations and also plays a key role in intergovernmental relations and legislative monitoring. The City Manager is responsible for drafting a recommended budget and presenting it to the City Council for consideration and adoption.

Click on image above for a detailed description of the position and the application process. Visit the City of Flagstaff website at www.flagstaff.az.gov for more information.

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Flagstaff City Council to discuss comprehensive immigration reform on Sept. 24

City of FlagstaffFLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff City Council will discuss a resolution in support of comprehensive immigration reform at its next work session meeting at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 24 at the Flagstaff City Hall, 211 W. Aspen Ave., Flagstaff.

Supporters of the resolution (see resolution below), are urged to attend the meeting and show their support, the Northern Arizona Interfaith Council reported in a media release.

“We need you there. Some may argue that it is not the place of local government to take a stand on national issues. But we believe that when our community is being so negatively impacted by lack of federal action, we have an obligation as a city to make a public statement to our Congressional representatives,” the Interfaith Council reported. “Let’s pack City Hall to show that we are not giving up on fair immigration reform. If you would like to speak in support of the resolution, please contact us so that we can coordinate our comments.”

The Northern Arizona Interfaith Council can be reached by sending an email to naic.iaf@gmail.com or by calling 928-600-2575.

“… In advance of the meeting, please contact City Council members by email or phone to urge them to support the resolution,” the Interfaith Council reported. “They can be reached collectively at council@flagstaffaz.gov. or 928-213-2015.”