Eddie S. Maddock, Sedona Eye columnist The Second in the Series, The Will of the People Be Damned, by Sedona Eye columnist Eddie S. Maddock looks at the incorporation of Sedona and subsequent efforts to manage its development.   The deciding election for whether or not Sedona was to incorporate occurred in the fall of 1987. When the final votes had been counted in early December, the decision... 

Sedona AZ (December 1, 2011) – The Sedona City Council has appropriated $4,000 in fiscal year 2011-12 to implement the sixth year of the Historic Preservation Commission Small Grant Program. These competitive grants will be given to the owners of a designated local landmark property or a structure or site eligible to be a landmark that has been identified in the City’s Historic Resource Survey. Over... 

Sedona AZ (May 11, 2011) – Have you ever wondered about the variety of artwork you see in the Sedona Council Chambers or Vultee Conference Room at City Hall? Thanks to the City of Sedona’s Art in Public Places Committee (APPC), the exhibits are a result of reaching out to our talented community and showcasing local artists. Members of APPC include Chair Roberta Kinion, Robert Albrecht, Susan... 

Sedona AZ (November 15, 2010) – In a Letter to the Sedona Times Editor, Candace Delaney of Sedona, Arizona, writes the following about an attempt by the U.S. Forest Service to install a million gallon plus tank in site of Sedona subdivisions without proper notice. She writes: Good Morning all.  And its the last day to send off our letters regarding the water tank. If you haven’t, please... 

Bob and Cindy Snyder, owners of Cornville AZ Windmill Gardens Sedona AZ (November 2, 2010) – Home Depot, Cottonwood, Arizona, and Windmill Gardens in nearby Cornville, will continue supporting the retiring Road Warriors by providing products and assistance to fifteen ADOT Adopt-A-Highway Permittees and Rusty’s Morningstar Ranch. These groups have been aggressively cleaning Arizona Scenic Highway... 

Barry Allan, OCWC Executive Director Sedona AZ (October 17, 2010) – Sedona area homeowners using septic systems will have the opportunity to attend a free education program, announced Barry Allan, Executive Director of the Oak Creek Watershed Council. He emphasized that homeowners from Coconino and Yavapai counties are invited to participate. Attendees will learn how to properly care for and... 

***Folksville News*** PO Box 1138, Cornville, AZ 86325 Folksville, USA (Population/Readership 1487) Highway Litter Recovery by Cottonwood Arizona LDS Boy Scout Troop 7021 In 2009, the Sedona Pines Resort, Sedona Pines LLC and Highlands Resort at Verde Ridge established Cottonwood LDS Boy Scout Troop 702 a working relationship with the Cottonwood LDS Boy Scout Troop 7021. These three organizations pay... 

Sedona AZ (October 1, 2010) – How did the U.S. House of Representatives vote on the National Scenic Act (HR 4823) sponsored by Rep. Ann Kirkpatrick, AZ CD 1? The Arizona Congressional Districts Representatives are denoted below by numbers 1-8 followed by a Yes or No vote: AZ 1 – Rep. Ann Kirkpatrick Democrat Yes AZ 2 – Rep. Trent Franks Republican No AZ 3 – Rep. John Shadegg... 

Sedona AZ–A Creek runs through it…the Oak Creek Watershed, that is.  Fifty five miles of fresh water perpetually in motion, Oak Creek is the thread that weaves together the fabric of our watershed community, as well as being vital to its economic, recreational and natural future.   Some think that the movement of water represents life itself and has soothing and relaxing properties. ... 

Sitting a Spell in the Village Day Sunday is Sitting a Spell Sun Day in the Village of Oak Creek. Find and use one of these comfy “people watchers.” Buy breakfast (it’s served all day) at the Blue Moon Cafe (next to Ace Hardware) and use the cafe’s Sedona Times 10% off coupon found in the newspaper.    After breakfast, enjoy a leisurely stroll on our All American...