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Important Update

On Wednesday, February 26, the Big Park Council submitted an Objection Letter regarding the CNF’s January 16, 2025, Draft Decision Notice to allow APS to build an overhead transmission line in proximity to the Village of Oak Creek.

The Council’s opposition to the overhead transmission line heavily focuses on four issues:

  • The increased risk of wildfires;
  • The negative impact on the scenic and recreational value of the proposed route;
  • The negative impact on property values; and
  • The lack response from the Forest Service to the Council’s Freedom of Information request of September, 2023.

Link to the Full Objection Letter

Link to an example of a simplified Objection Letter which can be used in communications with a variety of public officials.

Link to the APS Reading Room

Public Meeting Held – February 19, 2025
Environmental Assessment (EA) of the APS Transmission Line

A community meeting was held on February 19 at 7:00 PM at the VOC Church of the Nazarene where a great turn out of over 200 people strongly voiced their opposition to the CNF Draft Decision to allow a new above-ground transmission line in the areas near the VOC.  The Big Park Council will submit an objection letter by the deadline of March 3rd.  Follow the links below to file an objection or comment on the APS Transmission Project.

Link to CNF EA and How to Comment/Object to the project
Direct Link to Commenting on this Project

See BPC 13 Feb 25 Meeting Highlights (scroll to the bottom of this page) for more information as well as the APS Transmission Line section of the Big Park Council’s website.

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Who We Are And What We Do

Since incorporation in 1997, the Council has provided the Big Park Region, including the Village of Oak Creek, with a structured, representational organization to serve the community’s interests.

We represent more than 6,100 citizens

Today the Council includes 23 Residential, Business and Educational organizations, who in turn, represent more than 6,100 citizens. The Council’s focus is not limited to our members. Unlike individual HOA’s and enterprises – our mission embraces the best interests of the entire community.

The Big Park Council acts as the voice of the Village to government and private organizations affecting Village life. The Council provides unique value to the region in the form of communication, education, and collaboration.

The Council meets monthly on the second Thursday of the month at 9am.  Currently, all meetings are via Zoom.  Sign up for our Newsletter to receive Community News and meeting details.  Check the calendar for future meeting dates.

Upcoming Meetings

08 May 2025 BPC Meeting Highlights & Community News

May 8, 2025 Big Park Council Meeting via ZOOM - COMMUNITY NEWS - MEETING HIGHLIGHTS FOLLOW - Scroll Down to See Meeting Highlights below for details on these important community issues. - VVS Film Night - May 20, 7:30pm on the Quad with the Sedona International Film...

5 8 2025 BPC Meeting Agenda & Community News

* COMMUNITY NEWS * Meeting Agenda Follows - Keep Scrolling - Outdoor Lighting Standards ZOA section 301-and 603.  Zoning Ordinance Proposed Revisions Yavapai County P&Z Meetings 5/8 and 5/22 are expected to cover this proposal.  No info has been posted yet (4/26)...

10 April 25 Meeting Highlights & Community News

 * April 10, 2025 * Big Park Council Meeting via ZOOM - COMMUNITY NEWS - MEETING HIGHLIGHTS FOLLOW - Scroll Down to See Meeting Highlights below for details on these important community issues. REMINDER: Concert Saturday April 26 7:00pm  Classical Mystery Tour A...

4 10 2025 BPC Meeting Draft Agenda & Community News

 * COMMUNITY NEWS * Meeting Agenda Follows - Keep Scrolling - Community Meeting - April 2, 4-6pm The Sedona Fire District and its partners invite all residents in the Sedona area to a community meeting on wildfire preparedness on April 2, 2025 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the...

13 March 2025 BPC Meeting Highlights & Community News

* March 13, 2025 * Big Park Council Meeting - In Person and via ZOOM - COMMUNITY NEWS - MEETING HIGHLIGHTS FOLLOW - Meeting Highlights include updates on the APS Transmission Line Project, HB2201, Wildfire Risk Mitigation, Oak Creek Arts & Crafts Show Permit...

13 March 25 BPC Meeting Agenda & Community News

  - COMMUNITY NEWS - * Meeting Agenda Follows - Keep Scrolling *  *Big Park Council files Objection Letter * On Wednesday, February 26, the Big Park Council submitted an Objection Letter regarding the Coconino National Forest's (CNF) January 16, 2025, Draft...

27 Feb 25 BPC Objection Letter to APS Transmission line

- Big Park Council Files Objection Letter - On Wednesday, February 26, the Big Park Council submitted an Objection Letter regarding the CNF’s January 16, 2025, Draft Decision Notice to allow APS to build an overhead transmission line in proximity to the Village of Oak...

13 Feb 2025 Meeting Highlights & Community News

- February 13, 2025 - Big Park Council Meeting via ZOOM - - COMMUNITY NEWS - MEETING HIGHLIGHTS FOLLOW - Explore 100 Unforgettable Experiences  REMINDER: STAY SAFE and IMMEDIATELY KNOW LOCAL EMERGENCY INFORMATION Sign up for Yavapai County's Genasys Protect Project...

19 Feb 25 PUBLIC Meeting – APS Transmission Line

PUBLIC MEETING - HOLD THE DATE!!  - APS Transmission Line - - Wednesday, February 19, 2025 - 7:00pm - - Please share this information within your HOA and to other interested members of the Community!! - APS Transmission Line Coconino National Forest (CNF) Final...

02 13 2025 BPC Meeting & Community News

     - COMMUNITY NEWS - Meeting Agenda Follows - Keep Scrolling - * PUBLIC MEETING * APS Transmission Line - Coconino National Forest (CNF) Final Objection Period is Open - Learn how you can become involved & make a difference - Date:  19 February 2025...

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