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 DRAFT AGENDAANNUAL MEETING9:00 A.M. Thursday, January 12th, 2023Call to OrderRoll Call – Mary PopePresident’s Report – Dr. John WichertIntroduction of 2023 Executive BoardCommittee Chair & Liaison appointments2023 Council and Executive Board...

 SURVEYBroadband/Internet SpeedsThe Big Park Council is assisting an effort to better understand the current broadband situation in the Greater Sedona area. This local survey is being done to determine if VOC/Big Park may qualify for Federal Funding to install a...

President’s ReportCamille reviewed the Council’s accomplishments for 2022 by individual committee. Art in the Roundabouts (AiR) has completed its organizational steps and has a collaborative arrangement in place with the Sedona Village Partnership. The program...

 It’s with a grateful heart that I offer you my final thoughts as Big Park Council president.December marks the end of my third term as chairman, before which I served as secretary – a total of four years as an officer.  Like a 4-year hitch in the military...

Call to Order: President Camille Cox called the meeting to order at 9:02am and the meeting agenda was approved unanimously on a motion by Carolyn Fisher, seconded by Dave Norton.Roll Call: Secretary, Mary Pope confirmed a quorum of 16 member organizations present and...

 DRAFT AGENDABIG PARK REGIONAL COORDINATING COUNCIL, INC.9:00 A.M. Thursday, November 10th, 2022If you would like to join the meeting, send an email to bigparkcouncil.inquiry@gmail.com with your name and email address. You will be added to the...

PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD ENDS 11-14-2022Yavapai County released the DRAFT Comprehensive 2032 Plan on September 15th for a 60-day public comment period.  This plan will set policy for growth and prosperity for the next 10 years, and may include our own Big...

President’s Report  The president began her report by noting that P&Z Committee Chair Mary Morris was stepping away from that position due to health issues and a search was underway for a new chair.  The president said during the interim P&Z...

 Public Agency Speaker: Donna Michaels, Yavapai County District 3 SupervisorSupervisor Michaels explained her position and the County’s progress with respect to a number of issues facing the Village.  She began with transportation projects by noting the new...

The Big Park Council recently collaborated with County Supervisor Donna Michaels to survey the Big Park-VOC community to learn more about our experience with Northern Arizona Healthcare.  The results of the survey revealed that many residents are struggling to...

 On the November ballot, residents of the Big Park Region will elect two board members for the Red Rock Road Enhancement Maintenance District (RRREMD). This is a special taxing district which was formed pursuant to Title 48 of the Arizona Revised Statutes to...

How do you feel about the quality of healthcare services in the Verde Valley? County Supervisor Donna Michaels is highly concerned that our residents have access to the quality of healthcare services we need.  To that end, she asked us to survey the Big...

 DRAFT AGENDABIG PARK REGIONAL COORDINATING COUNCIL, INC.9:00 A.M. Thursday, September 8th 2022If you would like to join the meeting, send an email to bigparkcouncil.inquiry@gmail.com with your name and email address. You will be added to the guest list.  We...

Yavapai County just published a new survey to gather residents' opinions on land use policy.  Of the 13 different topical surveys they've published as part of this process - the matter of altering existing zoning (Land Use) will have Very High Impact for...

 BIG PARK REGIONAL COORDINATING COUNCIL, INC.9:00 A.M. Thursday, August 11th, 2022Guests must RSVP to receive the ZOOM link and to be on the attendees list.  If you would like to join the meeting, send an email...

 Public Agency Speaker:  Donna Michaels, Yavapai County District Supervisor  Supervisor Michaels explained her position with respect to a number of issues facing the Village.  She began with the proposed APS Oak Creek to McGuireville 69KV Power Line Project, noting...

Villagers... we have a special tax district that each one of us pays in to. The governing board has two openings. It's an easy way to play a part in our community - 4 meetings per year. Learn more by reading this...

Important AnnouncementRRREMD (Red Rock Road Enhancement Maintenance District) will have a public meeting on June 8th,  10:00am to discuss the budget for FY2023. They will be proposing a tax increase for continued maintenance of SR179 in the Village. ...

Public Agency Speaker:  Ed Rose, general manager, Sedona-Oak Creek Airport Authority.  The Sedona airport serves business travelers, military and medical personnel as well as supporting local agencies in search and rescue operations and air support for fire...

Guests must RSVP to receive the ZOOM link and to be on the attendees list.  If you would like to join the meeting, send an email to info@bigparkcouncil.org with your name and email address. You will be added to the guest list.  We welcome you!Public Agency...

The Big Park Council would like to gain an understanding of how our residents feel about recycling and the need for a local station.The survey should take no more than five minutes to complete.Click SURVEY to participate.

“Discover the Night” Star Party in the Village of Oakcreek– Hosted by the Big Park/VOC Dark-Sky Committee –After a two-year hiatus, the Big Park/VOC Dark-Sky committee has announced the first public star party of 2022. The event will be held on May 22nd from 8-10 pm...

 Public Agency Speaker: District Ranger, Amy Tinderholt of the USFS Red Rock DistrictCamille welcomed District Ranger Amy Tinderholt, along with Chris Johanson, USFS Recreation and Kevin Kuhl, USFS Trails.  The presentation covered updates on the APS 69kV...

 If you'd like to attend this meeting, send an email with your full name and email address to info@bigparkcouncil.org.The ZOOM Waiting Room opens at 8:30am.  Each attendee will need to check in prior to the 9:00am start time.  Please arrive early so you...

WEDNESDAY, March 16, 2022 5:00 p.m.Keep Sedona Beautiful will host a panel discussion for its monthly Preserving the Wonder™ Speaker Series. Join either LIVE or by ZOOM on Wednesday, March 16, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. The evening’s topic is titled “KSB Panel Discussion...

 Coming Up Soon   The Verde Valley School announces a free farm tour at VVS on Saturday, Feb. 26th from 9-11am. There are still a few open spots for the free tour and virtual...

Leaders throughout the Greater Sedona Region gathered to update the community on the Sedona Chamber, City transit, forest service concerns, airport efforts, college programs, and election information.BPRCC presentation at the 1:23 mark on the...

 Yavapai County Comprehensive Plan Update Hello,Thank you for signing up for the Comprehensive Plan 2032 updates. We would like to inform you that we currently have a new TWO new Surveys live on our page. You can now participate by adding your...

Plan for major roadwork along Interstate 17 between Anthem Way and Sunset Point starting in 2022. The page for the project is now live and a good place to go to for more information. The site is www.ImprovingI17.com/

President’s Report  Highlights of the February 9th Community Pulse event produced by the Sedona Chamber of Commerce were reported.  A link to the recording will be provided as soon as available. The BPRCC presentation that Camille gave at the Pulse event...

COMMUNITY NEWSHere is a fantastic opportunity to get factual information from the leading government and community leaders of the greater Sedona region.  YOu'll hear presentations from the City of Sedona, Big Park Regional Coordinating...

The Big Park Regional Coordinating Council held its Annual Meeting on January 13th via Zoom.Community Report Garin Marschall, board member of the Sedona Village Learning Center (SVLC), provided an update of recent activities and the challenges facing the pre-school....

Big Park Council Submits Comments in Opposition To APS Above-Ground Powerline – alerts residents to January 14, 2022 comment deadline –   VILLAGE OF OAK CREEK, AZ (January 5, 2022) – Big Park Regional Coordinating Council today submitted a detailed comment...

Camille Cox, PresidentA Community Conversation About WaterIn October, the Sustainability Alliance produced an online webinar about a new Friends of the Verde River program designed to give homeowners, businesses and communities a new voice in saving the Verde through...

 LOCAL SOURCES FOR COVID TESTING & VACCINES Locally available tests and testing products is constantly changing, and a bit complicated. We have collected some information to help you understand and locate available options. The Big Park Council does not...

The Coconino National Forest has prepared a Draft Environmental Assessment (EA) for the APS Oak Creek to McGuireville 69kV Power Line Project. This project includes the authorization of a long-term special use permit to construct, operate, and maintain a 13.7 mile...

 Yavapai County Comprehensive Plan Update 2032WOULD YOU LIKE TO HAVE A SAY IN THE DIRECTION YOUR COUNTY IS HEADING? THIS IS YOUR CHANCE TO WEIGH IN.Join some of our Comprehensive Plan Committee Members in a discussion on the upcoming Comp Plan 2032. Along...

 December 9th BPRCC MeetingPublic Agency Report:  Dr. Tina Redd, Dean of the Verde Valley for Yavapai College (YC), described her areas of responsibility including a focus on aligning the Strategic Vision with the needs of the Verde Valley.  After...

This is a public meeting, conducted via Zoom. If you'd like to attend, send an email with your full name and email address to info@bigparkcouncil.org.DRAFT AGENDABIG PARK REGIONAL COORDINATING COUNCIL, INC.9:00 A.M. Thursday, December 9th, 2021 Public Agency...

Thank you, Supervisor Donna Michaels for including the Big Park Council in your Cottonwood Holiday Parade entry. Thousands of Verde Valley residents turned out to enjoy more than 60 parade entries that cruised from the Verde Valley Fairgrounds to the end of Main...

A local station recently interviewed our District 3 Supervisor, Donna Michaels.  In the interview she addresses many of the hot topics that impact the Big Park Region, and solution approaches.  Well worth your time.  Of key interest is what the County...

Recommended Read on our Local Water Supply:  A recent article in The View entitled “Checking in on VOC Water Supplies” explains how the Colorado River water shortages will affect the Verde Valley and the VOC, and how the Supai Formation creates our local...

 Coconino National Forest proposes trailhead transit expansionThe city of Sedona, in partnership with the Coconino National Forest, seeks to provide mass transit shuttle services at select trailheads located within the greater Sedona area to reduce traffic...

 October 14th BPRCC MEETING HIGHLIGHTSPublic Agency Report  Paul Amadio, Head of School for the Verde Valley School (VVS), updated the Council on the history and vision of the institution. He reported that none of the 300-acre property is currently for sale....