City Council Recap

Here’s a recap of recent City Council meetings and some decisions that may interest you:

• On Sept. 28, Oct. 4, and Oct. 5, 2023, 21 interviews took place for the Tourism Advisory Board (TAB).
• On Oct. 10, 2023, City Council approved the draft Rules of Procedure for the TAB.
• On Oct. 24, 2023 the 11-members of the TAB were appointed, with their terms beginning in January 2024. The TAB 12-month work plan will include advising on: a tourism strategic plan, brand/identity development, a summer marketing campaign(s), and a Sustainable Tourism Plan update. Meeting dates and agendas will be posted in advance of each meeting and the public is welcome to attend.
• On Oct. 24, 2023, City Council approved a construction contract for landscaping services including irrigation, and tree and plant installation to assist in the build-out of Ranger Station Park in an amount not-to-exceed $186,444.05.
• On Oct. 24, 2023, City Council approved an RFP award for branding and marketing services for the City’s Tourism Program to DVA Advertising and Public Relations in an amount not-to-exceed $281,000.
• On Oct. 24, 2023, City Council heard an update to the Community Plan, which is in the final phases of the planning process. Upcoming milestones include a draft plan at the beginning of December, public outreach in December and January, and a public hearing for potential adoption in March.

Did You Know?

… that our very own Sedona Police Officer Shayla Jones received an award for Exceptional Courage on October 24th at the Celebrating Women in Yavapai County Law Enforcement 2023 Recognition Luncheon?!

The nomination for the award was submitted after an incident in June 2022 where Officer Jones detained two individuals and provided life saving measures on a gunshot victim for a partner agency outside the city limits.

Officer Jones continuously demonstrates bravery, courage, and heroism while placing the safety and welfare of Sedona above all other considerations.

Other News

Don’t miss these other announcements:

• The mouthwatering Food Truck Festival is on November 4! Our team is striving for a zero-waste event meaning we will divert as much waste as possible from the landfill. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own utensils, refillable water bottle, food containers and reusable bags to reduce waste.
• Calling kids grades 1-8! Sign up for Grasshopper Youth Basketball League.
• Nominate your favorite artist for the Mayor’s Arts Awards! Nominations must be received by January 8, 2024.
• Want to make sure your home never becomes a short-term rental, even after you sell? Our Deed Restriction Program can help you achieve that.
• Did someone say free flag football?! Kids of all ages are welcome to join us for drop-in flag football every Monday and Wednesday at Posse Grounds Park!
• Open slots are available for the Community Compost Program. Apply now!

• The updated needs assessment and siting study for the Uptown Parking Garage is complete and findings were shared at a public meeting on October 19. The project is scheduled to be presented to City Council on November 15, 2023, in which City Council will be asked to make a decision on whether or not the garage will move forward.

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