Community Health Center of Yavapai is pleased to announce it is now conducting a comprehensive survey in the Camp Verde region to gather feedback from both established and non-established patients, as well as residents. This initiative is aimed at better understanding the community’s needs and identifying potential gaps in medical services to improve access to quality healthcare in the area.

As a community health center committed to the well-being of the Verde Valley Community, we recognize that accessible, efficient, and effective medical services are crucial for maintaining the health of residents. This survey will allow us to gain valuable insights into how current services are meeting community needs and will help inform decisions about expanding or improving services, addressing unmet needs, and enhancing the patient experience.

This survey will cover a wide range of topics, including:

• Accessibility and availability of medical services in Camp Verde
• Barriers to accessing medical care
• Suggestions for improving the healthcare system
• Health Insurance Assistance

How to Participate: Residents of Campe Verde, including both established and non-established patients, are encouraged to participate in this survey. You may access the survey by scanning our QR code below or by visiting https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/6WR6GPQ. A paper version of the survey is also available. Please call 928-634-6814 to request a paper survey or to complete the survey over the phone. The survey will be available from Thursday, September 11^th, 2024, to Wednesday Sept 25^th, 2024. All responses will remain anonymous. ­­We look forward to hearing from you and working together to build a healthier community!

PARKS & RECREATION  

Annual Trunk or Treat on Main Street
Planning is well underway for this year’s Trunk or Treat event! We’re seeking businesses, groups, and individuals to join us in handing out candy on Main Street. If you’re interested, please reach out to us at parks@campverde.az.gov. We’re also in need of volunteer judges for the “Trunk” decorating competition. The best-decorated trunk/space winners will receive a special Ghosts, Ghouls, and Goblins trophy at the end of the night!

Last Diamondbacks Game of the Season
Don't miss your chance to catch the Arizona Diamondbacks on September 28th as they face the San Diego Padres! Tickets are $75 per person and include lower-level seats down the first base line, transportation to and from the game, and great parking. Register by September 15th at this link.

Grasshopper Basketball Registration
Our 1st-4th grade Grasshopper Basketball program is still open for registration until September 25th. We are also actively recruiting coaches and need two for each grade level (1st-2nd and 3rd-4th). If you’re interested, please contact our Parks and Rec team at 928-554-0820 Opt. 3. Sign up at this link.

Fort Verde Days Parade
Join us for the 68th annual Fort Verde Days Parade, celebrating “Our Pioneer Spirit”! Registration is only $10, and groups can register online here under Community Events.

Fort Verde Days Volunteers Needed
We are currently recruiting approximately 53 volunteers for Fort Verde Days to help with parade support, event set-up and tear-down, gatekeeping, and chili cook-off assistance. Sign up online at this link. We also have space for food and craft vendors! Register for $75 for the 2-day event at this link. Vendor spots are outdoors, as this year’s quilt show will be inside the Community Center Gym. More event info can be found at Visit Camp Verde.

Volunteer Appreciation – Hometown Hero Award
To show our gratitude, all Fort Verde Days volunteers will be entered into a drawing for the Hometown Hero Volunteer Award. This year’s winner will receive a gift certificate, generously sponsored by Sage Country Boutique.

Little Britches/Little Petticoats Contest
Registration is open for the Little Britches/Little Petticoats contest on Saturday, October 5th, at Fort Verde State Historic Park. The contest will run in conjunction with the Colonel’s Daughter contest. Register by October 2nd at this link.

Parks & Recreation Commission Update
The Parks and Recreation Commission held its regular meeting on September 9th, where updates were provided on the Parks and Recreation Manager position, full-time staff introductions, pool staff training, the Sports Complex, and the review of the Parks & Recreation Master Plan RFP. Six members of the public attended, with two offering feedback on the pool.

Upcoming Parks & Recreation Commission Meetings

• The October meeting has been cancelled.
• The next regular session is scheduled for November 4, 2024, at 5:30 PM.

CLERK'S DEPARTMENT 

The Town Clerk's staff hosted the Verde Valley Clerks' Luncheon at Udderly Divine Café and Bakery on September 10, 2024. The event provided an excellent opportunity for staff and attendees to network and engage in discussions on various clerk-related topics.

Records Requests

• On September 10, 2024, the Clerk’s office received one public records regarding 18 affidavits submitted into evidence with the ‘NOD’ for Arena Del Loma, Parcel 404-18-178Q. Evidence Document Number 3-20. A summary of 3-20 found on page 7. The request was fulfilled and completed on September 10, 2024.
• The Clerk’s office received five public records requests regarding the property located at 471 E. Howards Road. The request was forwarded to Community Development, Public Works and Sunstate for completion.

Business Licenses
We received one new business license in the Town “Verde Valley Mobile Mechanic” located at 571 E. Howards Road.

Campaign Finance Complaint
Deputy Clerk Virgina Jones worked with Christina Estes-Werther with Pierce Coleman regarding campaign violations. Letters were sent to complainant on September 12th as well as to each candidate.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 

GovWell Update
Representatives of each division within Community Development are continuing to work with GovWell on the build-out of our new software system and online customer portal. The GovWell team has been amazing to work with and we are getting very close to live testing of certain features of the software.

Planning & Zoning
Planning and Zoning held their first Public Hearing regarding the Livestock and staff were given good direction for revisions and will bring back an updated ordinance for review at the October 3rd Planning & Zoning Commission Special Session.

The Planning & Zoning Commission also identified their recommended priorities for what the Planning & Zoning Department should be focused on, which include:

• General Plan Update
• Livestock Ordinance
• Comprehensive Zoning Code Update
• Rural Water Management Planning

Building
Chief Building Official Roxanne Jasman and Senior Building Inspector Jon Rivero met with representatives of the Arizona Department of Housing, Manufactured Housing and Building Division on Monday to review processes, new training requirements, and upcoming changes to the Intergovernmental Agreement. They were very impressed by our inspectors, processes, and approach.

Code Enforcement
Code Enforcement is seeing an increase with Voluntary Compliance since implementing the Civil Hearing process.

Kudos
A resident came into the office to thank the Community Development staff for their compassion, understanding and professionalism while she has been working on obtaining her residential building permit to come into compliance. The resident and her late husband, who passed away several years ago, had been living in an RV for 10+ years on a vacant lot with several structures that had not been permitted. She has been taking the necessary steps as provided to her by staff to come into compliance and has maintained excellent communication with the CD staff on her progress. Again, she and her friend wanted to express their gratitude.

CVMO Command Staff Attend Yavapai County Crisis Meeting
Our Command staff recently participated in the Yavapai County quarterly crisis meeting focused on mental health services. These meetings are an important part of our ongoing commitment to ensuring mental health resources and support are available to those in need within our community.

Farewell to Deputy Tim Hinrichs
Deputy Tim Hinrichs has announced his departure from CVMO to relocate to California to be closer to his family. Tim has been with us for over four years, and his last day will be Wednesday, October 2nd. We are grateful for his dedication and service to our community and wish him all the best in his next chapter.

UTILITIES 

Meet the Microorganisms Behind Clean Water: Cluster Ciliate!
This month’s spotlight is on the Cluster Ciliate, fascinating microorganisms that thrive in colonies. These “hairy” creatures use their tiny cilia (hair-like structures) to swim and gather food, working together to create currents that pull in organic debris. They can even change shape based on their environment, stretching or compressing to adapt and survive.

Fun Facts:

• Cluster Ciliates reproduce through binary fission, splitting into two ciliates in a quick and efficient process.
• They communicate using chemicals, coordinating their movements to optimize feeding and survival strategies.
• By helping regulate bacterial populations, they play a critical role in nutrient cycling and maintaining balance in natural ecosystems.

Want to learn more about Cluster Ciliates and other microorganisms? Visit our Bacteria of the Month page for more fascinating insights.

For additional information, email Patty Mancini, Stormwater Specialist, at patricia.mancini@campverde.az.gov.

PUBLIC WORKS 

• Green Building: We moved the mini-split unit and materials into the building, ran conduit in the walls from the electrical panel to the north wall, and completed dump runs with all debris and trash.
• Library: HVAC Unit #2 was fixed, while Unit #8 was diagnosed for potential leaks. Damaged drywall was removed, and we also repaired a broken toilet.
• New Marquee: A new marquee was successfully installed.
• Butler Park: Maintenance was performed on multiple pieces of equipment needed for top dressing. We top-dressed and filled holes at Butler Park using 35 tons of sand.
• Pool Winterization: The pool was prepared for winter mode, with shades removed and water turned off.
• Equipment Maintenance:

Special recognition to Marshal Corey Rowley for assisting the janitorial team by helping take trash bags to the dumpster or coordinating help from officers. Thanks for your continued teamwork!

• Skyview & Verde Lakes: Cut and mowed brush along these areas, hauling 5 dump truck loads to the street yard burn pile.
• Main Street: Weedeated from the top of Main Street down to Highway 260, keeping the area tidy.
• Montezuma Highway: Mowed and weedeated from East Cliff House to West Apache Trail.
• Long Rifle: Responded to a citizen call and mowed the area.
• Tree Trimming: Crews have begun tree trimming in the 2 Ponds area, focusing on Oak, Shady Lane, North Cherry, and North Verde River Drive.

This week, the Town Engineer held several important meetings and site visits, including discussions on water details and High View phasing/construction, as well as visits to the Raindance and Copper Canyon sites. The Town Engineer also participated in meetings regarding APS Right-of-Way, Title 34 contracting, and irrigation electrical bidding, while addressing key concerns such as the Montezuma Castle Highway intersection and Boyles drainage issues. In addition, he completed reviews for the High View plat and construction plans, along with the Conoco/Pennant project, and conducted an archaeological bathroom review.

• Court Addition: Bids are being pursued through the JOC program; final submissions were due by 10:00 AM on September 12th.
• Wayfinding Signage: Final designs for the wayfinding signage will be presented to the Council for approval at a future Council meeting. The designs were originally set to be reviewed for approval at the September 19th meeting; however, Town staff are still working with the consultants on assessing how both Town and ADOT sign code standards apply to what is being proposed.
• Finnie Flats/MCH Roadway Improvements: Kimley-Horn is in the process of gathering necessary information to kick off project design.
• 7th Street CDBG Sidewalk Project: Staff is finalizing paperwork with the contractor to begin construction soon.
• NACOG TIP Funding: Staff met with NACOG on July 22nd to identify two potential projects for TIP funding. Preliminary cost estimates will be prepared, and staff will advise NACOG on the chosen project.
• Main Street Reconstruction Project: Staff has reviewed the 90% design plans and provided feedback to the consultant.
• Parson’s Riverfront Preserve Parking Lot: A topographic survey is being arranged, and staff is preparing the preliminary design.
• Community Center Park Rain Catchment: The Tree Advisory Committee will install the tank and piping on September 23rd. Staff has received the approved building permit.
• NACOG Regional Priority Project List: NACOG is recommending an award of $7.7 million for improvements to Montezuma Castle Highway
• Pool Shade Structure: Staff is coordinating with the design consultant for updated wind load calculations and clarifying code requirements with Community Development. Recommendations are being sought from shade sail manufacturers.
• Sports Complex Updates
  •  Watermain Installation: The water main installation is complete and has passed all tests. Final improvements and cleanup are underway, with project completion expected by September 19th.
  • Concession Stand/Restrooms: Staff is working with the vendor to finalize building specifics and will submit a quote request to the Town’s JOCs for building pad preparation. The concrete walkway will be bid once the concession stand is installed.
  • Concession Stand/Restrooms Electrical Service: A quote of $72K from Pur Solar for electrical wiring has been received. The team is reassessing electrical requirements for the alternative concession building, and the project will go out for bid.
  • Lift Station: Materials are being ordered, and Town staff will provide labor for installation.
  • Force Main: Materials have been ordered, and Town forces will handle installation. A section of excavation through the treatment plant will be bid out to JOC contractors for hand-digging.
  • Irrigation Line Installation: Irrigation pumps have been ordered, with installation to be handled by Town staff. Some excavation through the treatment plant will require JOC contractor bids for hand-digging.
  • Website: A dedicated webpage is in development to provide updates and information on the sports complex construction.

We invite you to join us at our upcoming public meetings to stay informed and contribute to key community decisions. Your participation is vital in shaping the future of Camp Verde!

• Wednesday, September 18th @ 5:30 PM: Town Council Meeting
  • Work Session: The Town Council meeting will commence with a work session led by Heather Vinson, Risk Management Director. She will provide training on the ALICE (Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter, Evacuate) Active Shooter Response Program. The ALICE program offers a proactive approach to active shooter situations, aimed at enhancing survival chances through awareness, preparation, and evidence-based strategies.
  • Regular Agenda Highlights: Parks & Recreation Commission will present their quarterly achievements. The Parks & Recreation Division staff will provide a recap of Corn Fest and Summer Camp. They will also issue a call for volunteers for upcoming events.

Your voice matters, and we encourage you to attend and share your perspectives. For more details on these meetings, visit our Public Meetings Calendar.

We look forward to seeing you there!

CLICK HERE to Download a copy of the Manager's Weekly Report 9.13.2024