SEDONA AZ (March 7, 2012) – To protect homes from potential wildfires and make spring yard cleanup easier, the Sedona Fire District (SFD) is issuing no-cost residential burn permits for open burns. Permits are required for any open burning in the fire district as of March 12, 2012 and are currently available at no charge at the SFD’s business office at 2860 Southwest Drive, west Sedona between... 

Sedona AZ (February 9, 2012) — The Yavapai County Community Foundation announces the availability of grant funding for 2012 and representatives of local nonprofit organizations, public schools, municipalities and Tribal entities are invited to apply. Last year, YCCF awarded more than $180,000 to 30 Yavapai County community organizations. Grant funding may be awarded in interest areas including youth... 

Dear Sedona Eye Editor, It is an honor to introduce and provide information on the Candidates running for the recalled seats on the Sedona Fire District Governing Board. These people will establish financial stability, protect our professional emergency services, and work within the limits of Board authority. A refreshing change, indeed! I know as the weeks roll by, more and more people will become... 

Sedona Marathon runners Sedona AZ (January 28, 2012) – The Sedona Marathon, Half-Marathon, 10K and 5K event will be held on Saturday, February 4, 2012 beginning at 8:00 a.m. with temporary road closures scheduled during the days event. This year, the City of Sedona will be closing down one lane of westbound SR 89A from Calle del Sol to Dry Creek Road. Businesses and residences on the north... 

SEDONA AZ (December 12, 2011) – At the end of this year Captain Tim Lefler will retire from the Sedona Fire District (SFD) after more than 25 years of dedication to the Fire Service. The public is encouraged  to attend a farewell gathering for Captain Lefler at SFD Fire Station #3, 125 Slide Rock Road, in the Village of Oak Creek on Friday, December 16, 2011 from 1:00 to 4:00 PM. Loving the outdoors,... 

~ DRAFT ~SPECIAL BOARD MEETING Station #1 – 2860 Southwest Drive – West Sedona – Multipurpose Room Tuesday, November 29, 2011 / 5:00 PM ~ MINUTES ~ I. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL Board Present: David Blauert – Chairman Craig Dible, Phyllis Erick – Members Board Absent: Charles Christensen – Clerk, Ty Montgomery Others Present: Terry Keller, Interim Fire Chief Sandi Schmidt, Finance Manager Tricia... 

SEDONA AZ (November 8, 2011) – The Sedona-Bell Rock Kiwanis Club and the Sedona Fire District (SFD) are partnering to collect coats for needy children in Sedona and the Verde Valley throughout the months of November and December. These coats will be distributed through The Sedona Clothing Bank and The Old Town Mission.   New or gently used coats (any size) can be dropped off at one of the following... 

Sedona AZ (November 3, 2011) – In a Letter to the SedonaEye.com editor, a concerned citizen offers the Sedona Fire District Board Minutes and asks the public to be aware of the SFD business meeting decisions and discussions. The letter is as follows:   Dear Editor, Read for yourself about the games being played by the majority of the SFD Board to bypass rules and regulations and waste hard-earned... 

Dear Sedona Eye editor and readers, I have witnessed the devotion Sedona Fire District employees have for the safety of our residents.  Emergency mitigations can only be accomplished with a budget which allows sufficient personnel and equipment to respond quickly to emergencies.  As a resident, taxpayer and former SFD fire chief, I am very concerned how our tax dollars are being spent in the fire... 

SEDONA AZ – (September 26, 2011) – On Tuesday, September 20, 2011, shortly before 4:00 PM the Sedona Fire District responded to a fall injury at Kindred Transitional Care and Rehabilitation Kachina Point (KTCR-KP) in the Village of Oak Creek. The initial call was for a fall; however, after further information was provided to the Sedona Regional Communication Center, it was determined that the...