TOWN OF DEWEY-HUMBOLDT P.O. BOX 69 The Dewey-Humboldt HUMBOLDT, AZ 86329 www.dhaz.gov Newsletter Vol. 11 Issue 7 (928) 632-7362 July 2016

NEWS FROM TOWN HALL move contaminants from the site; and (3) begin a public comment period in connec- By Yvonne Kimball, Town Manager tion with its proposal…” We thank Sena- An array of items are in motion in tor McCain for his response and eagerly Town Hall. Recently, the budget; Main wait to see what will happen next. Street’s traffic light; Superfund Sites; Wa- Meanwhile, the University of Arizona ter Quality; “Firewise”; and the Candidate Superfund Research Program presented (Mayor/Council) Election are the buzz some of their research projects before the words. Let me take a moment to update Council at the June 7th council meeting. you on these matters. You can listen to the presentation by go- The Town has been working on the ing to www.dhaz.gov, click the “meetings” IN THIS ISSUE: Fiscal Year 2016-2017 budget. The Final link on the front page. 4th of July Bash pg 3 Budgets are expected to be adopted by Additionally, the Town Council decid- Activity Center pg 3 the Council in July. Although the budget ed to continue this year’s Well Water Test AFF Call 4 Participants pg 6 is still under discussion, the Council has Kit Program in the coming fiscal year and American Legion pg 5 authorized funds for Firewise Programs; a is also considering instituting a program to Free Dumpster Day Program; contin- Coffee With Town Mgr pg 6 encourage our residents who are con- ued Well Water Testing; and Educational cerned about the drinking water quality to Community Growth pg 2 Grants Programs. The Council also DHHS Poker Run pg 5 find a solution. Details will be available authorized funds to continue supporting soon. DH Library News pg 4 the Dewey-Humboldt Historical Society DH Candidate Forum pg 3 and the Mayer Area Meals on Wheels The Tenderfoot Fire broke out on DH Town Meetings pg 5 program. If you are interested in the de- June 8th near Yarnell (the same day the Farmers Market pg 6 tails of the budget, please call the Town town held its first “Firewise” neighbor- hood meeting); then on June 11th and Fire Restrictions pg Manager at 632-7362. 2 17th, two structure fires broke out in the Friends of Library pg 6 In the past few weeks, the installation east Blue Hills area in Dewey-Humboldt. HUSD Summer Food pg 4 of a new traffic signal was in full swing at These unfortunate incidents manifest the July Holidays/Events pg 5 the corner of Main Street and S.R. 69. importance of being “Firewise”. Council Volunteers Needed pg 6 This $329,000 project consists of installa- has endorsed the community-wide and Why Serve on Council? pg 5 tion of a new traffic signal system; con- agency-wide Firewise effort. Town Staff struction of new sidewalk; sidewalk has been going door to door to promote ramps; pavement markings; and drainage the program and the “defensible space” SAVE THE DATE! improvements. The entire program is grant opportunity that is being offered by The Dewey – Hum- funded by federal and state funds. It is the Prescott Area Wildland Urban Inter- boldt Historical Society also a result of tenacious, persuasive ef- face Committee (PAWUIC). Further, on would like to invite you all to fort by the past and the present councils June 8th, the Foothills East and Blue Hills the Agua Fria Festival, Sat- and staff. According to ADOT, the full Firewise Committee meeting was held urday, October 1st, on signal light is expected to be in operation at Town Hall. Residents from these Main Street in Humboldt. in July. Town Council decided to have a neighborhoods heard presentations from Starting the day will be dedication ceremony once the new light is the Central Yavapai Fire District (CYFD), the popular Pet Parade. functional. The Dedication is likely to take Prescott National Forest (PNF) and the This has always been a fa- place in August. Stay tuned! Prescott Area Wildland Urban Interface vorite among kids and adults As many know, the Council wrote Committee (PAWUIC). The next meeting alike and so much fun for Senator McCain a letter to plead for his of the Firewise Committee will be held at the pets too. assistance on the EPA Superfund Site Town Hall on Wednesday, July 13, 2016. Next will be the Main Cleanup Process. Several members had Come join your neighbors as they explore Street Parade, the theme met with him in person concerning the the process of creating defensible space of which will be The Old matter. Senator McCain responded to from wildfire. For further information, West. It will start at 9 a.m. Council by personally advising the EPA please call Steven Brown at 632-7362. This day will be filled Administrator McCarthy of the following: “I On the Mayor/Council election front, with events of Fun, Food, ask, on behalf of the Town of Dewey- Town Clerk/Election Officer, Judy Morgan, Games, Music, and lots of Humboldt, that you (1) indicate when the has an update included in the newsletter. Old West History for all so EPA will complete its study of cleanup You can also mark your calendars now! alternatives; (2) release a proposal to re- Town News—Continued on Page 2 2 The Dewey-Humboldt Newsletter

Town News—Continued from Page 1 find begins at Main Street and goes along the latest information on the Town’s Huron St. to the school area; the sec- REGIONAL NEWS election on the town’s website at ond is the Blue Hills Farm #3 that con- www.dhaz.gov. sists of Graham Way, McAllister Drive, PRESCOTT NATIONAL Montezuma Way, and Manzanita FOREST AND YAVAPAI Town Candidate Election Up- Blvd. We will be improving the date - Town Clerk/Election Officer drainage and the roads in this area. COUNTY IMPLEMENT Judy Morgan. The Town of Dewey- Town Council also authorized an addi- FIRE RESTRICTIONS Humboldt is holding its Candidate tional $20,000 to ensure a complete Election on August 30, 2016. Ten Campfire, smoking, and shooting scope of work can be done. After a restrictions are in effect on the Prescott candidates’ names will appear on the bidding process, the contract has National Forest and in the unincorpo- ballot for 1 Mayor seat and 3 Council been awarded to a local contractor, rated areas of Yavapai County. Forest seats. They are as follows. Earth Resources, Inc. Construction Managers and County Supervisors have MAYOR (1 seat): Terry Nolan and has already begun for Huron St. side- determined that key criteria have been Doug Treadway. reached to warrant taking these restrictive walks; residents can expect to see actions. These include rapid drying of live COUNCIL (3 seats): Lori Crofutt, activities in the Blue Hills Farm #3 ar- and dead forest vegetation, escalating fire John Hughes, Kevin Leonard, Dennis ea in early July. Please use caution weather conditions, the level of firefighting Repan, Denise Rogers, Amy Tim- and watch for workers and equipment resource commitments in the area, and mons, Victoria J. Wendt, and Nancy while traveling through these areas. increased forest visitor use. These re- Wright. Please park vehicles off the roads and strictions will remain in effect until August shoulders during the construction. 15 or when officials determine that condi- The Clerk’s office is accepting tions have changed sufficiently to reduce write-in candidate nomination papers The projects should all be complete by the end of summer. the risk of human-caused wildfire. until July 21, 2016, 5:00 p.m. A write The following fire restrictions will be -in candidate is a candidate in an The monsoon season will begin in effect for all national forest lands within election whose name does not ap- soon. In preparation of this season the entire Prescott National Forest bound- pear on the ballot, but for whom vot- the Public Works Department would ary, and all of unincorporated Yavapai ers may vote nonetheless by writing like to remind everyone to be careful. County: in the person's name. Washes that flow this time of year may  Campfires, charcoal grills, and stove You should see campaign signs have unstable bottoms while the water fires (wood, charcoal, and coal burning) going up around town starting in July. is flowing. We recommend going an- are prohibited on all Prescott National State laws prohibit tampering with other way or waiting until the water Forest lands, roads, and trails; except (removing, altering or defacing) politi- recedes and you are able to see the within developed recreation sites where grills and campfire rings are provided. cal signs. If you feel there is a sign bottom. In preparing for a major event you may need to have some sand- (The use of petroleum-fueled stoves, lan- creating a potential hazardous public terns or heating devices is allowed provid- safety issue, please contact the town. bags available. The Yavapai County Flood Control usually has sandbags ing such devices meet the fire under writ- er’s specifications for safety). The last day to register to vote and sand for pick-up at various loca- in the Primary Election is August tions. You may contact them at (928)-  Smoking is prohibited except within 1, 2016. This is for both state and 771-3197 to get the exact locations, if enclosed vehicles, buildings, or developed federal elections. You can register needed. Lastly, if you find or see an recreation sites where the area is cleared online at the Service Arizona website area in Town that has been damaged of all flammable material. at servicearizona.com. Voter Regis- or is a hazard to the Public, please  Discharging a firearm is prohibited, tration forms are also available at the contact the Public Works Department except while engaged in a lawful hunt Yavapai County Recorder’s Office; at 632-7362 so we can assess the pursuant to state, federal laws and regula- Town Clerk’s office; Libraries damage and determine what is need- tions throughout Yavapai County; Depart- ed for repairs.  Campfires are not allowed at the des- ment of Motor Vehicles; United ignated dispersed sites within the Prescott States Post Offices, and the Arizona Everyone have a safe and joyful summer! Basin. Metal posts identify designated Secretary of State’s website. dispersed sites with a number. If you have any candidate elec- Fireworks are always prohibited on all tion questions contact Town Clerk COMMUNITY GROWTH national forest lands. Judy Morgan, at 928-632-7362. The ban also prohibits the outdoor PERMITS ISSUED: use of equipment that generates open Public Works - Ed Hanks, Pub- The Town’s Building Department issued flames or a spark. This restricts the use of lic Works Supervisor. The Town has the following permits in May. This infor- welding equipment and chain saws. been awarded with approximately mation is to indicate growth in the commu- KNOW BEFORE YOU GO! Check $300,000 Community Development nity. current fire information and restrictions at Block Grant funding. The funding  Single Family Residence—1 www.wildlandfire.AZ.gov or at www.firerestrictions.us or at has been allocated to two projects -  Residential Additions—1 one is Huron Street Sidewalk that www.ycsoaz.gov or call 1-877-864-  Other Permits issued—15 6985 The Dewey-Humboldt Newsletter 3

JULY 4TH EVENTS IN THE QUAD CITIES AREA ACTIVITY CENTER Please be reminded fireworks are prohibited in Tuesday through Friday, 10 to 2 Dewey-Humboldt under the implementation of stage 13000 Prescott Street, Humboldt one fire restrictions in Yavapai County. (928) 632-0699 City and Town sponsored local fireworks displays Mission: To provide adult, youth are as follows: and family services to strengthen the family unit and to provide resi-  Prescott Valley—Mountain Valley Park, 8600 E. dents with recreational, event and Nace Ln, fireworks beginning at 8:30 p.m. $19.95 meeting space. per person for attractions prior to fireworks dis- AA FOR MEN: Thursdays at 7p.m. play, from 1:30-8:30 p.m. and to Freedom Station COFFEE TIME: Tuesdays,10 a.m. on July 5th. to ? Goodies, conversation, fun!  Prescott—Mile-High Middle School Football field off of Goodwin Street. BINGO: Tuesdays, $5-$10 entrance fee, gates open at 12 p.m. with fireworks at 9 p.m. 11 a.m. to noon. Bring a $2 prize (can  Chino Valley—Chino Valley Community Center Park, 1615 N Road 1 include nonperisha- East at the corner of N Road 1 East and Perkinsville Rd., festivities start ble foods). Player at 2 p.m. and admission is free. with the highest num- ber of wins each 4 weeks wins lunch for two at a local area restaurant. Congratulations to recent winners. COMMUNITY CUPBOARD: The Center collects and distributes non- perishable food items locally. Usually Free breads are available on Thurs and Fri. Thanks for your donations! THRIFT STORE: Offering a good variety of items, and accepting dona- tions (but not electric appliances, clothing, shoes or opened toiletries). SERVICES: Call the Center at 632- 0699 for verification. AHCCCS & DES APPLICATIONS: Food Stamps, Medical Ins., etc. HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELFARE INFORMATION: For more infor- mation call: 211 or (877) 211-8661 or visit www.211arizona.org. LEGAL ADVOCACY: Call Amy Lansa: 775-9993, ext. 4271. MEDICARE ASSISTANCE: Call Nancy Coman: 775-9993 ext. 3. APS & UNS GAS DISCOUNTS: Handouts available. The Center also has information about Meals on Wheels and Rides, and we have Recreational, Event, and Meeting Space available. 4 The Dewey-Humboldt Newsletter

DEWEY-HUMBOLDT McConaughey and directed by Chris- brary, 928-632-5049, for more infor- topher Nolan, on Tuesday July 26: mation. LIBRARY NEWS: 5:30–8 p.m. (PLEASE NOTE THE And don’t forget our WEEKLY Your library is here to help you get EARLY START TIME). Set in the BOOK SALE, every Thursday: 1-5 through our hot summer with some near future, the world’s food supply p.m., downstairs in the JW Mitchell awesome activities all through July is dwindling from a catastrophic Room at the library, put on by the for kids and adults! Find out what blight. A portal is discovered that Friends of the Library. We will have your library can do for you! may take humanity to new worlds to a great selection Our SUMMER READING ACTIVI- live on in a of gift-quality TIES are in full swing. As the kids distant part of books on display continue to read through the summer, the universe. for purchase we invite them to come in for our fun Astronauts are with low prices programs! Please stop in the library sent to find out (all prices as or call 928-632-5049 to sign up for if these worlds marked). Come back each Thursday activities! can sustain to find new items to add to your per- RONALD McDONALD humanity while scientists try to find a sonal library collection! is coming to the library to way to move humanity to these new Your library is located at 2735 explain why it is fun to worlds. Beautiful special effects, Corral St. in Humboldt near the en- read using jokes, magic, realistic science, and a touching hu- trance to the Elementary School and and laughter on Wednes- manistic story highlight this 2014 next to the D-H Activity Center. Con- day, July 13: 1-2 p.m. movie. Please register in advance tact us by phone at 632-5049, or visit Please register in advance by calling 928-632-5049. Popcorn our website to find out the dates and for this fun activity. and other refreshments will be times for all the library’s activities and AMAZING ANIMALS served. to search for and place holds on li- with MS. SHAWNIE, a program FANS OF CULTDOM will show brary items at: http:// where kids can see and interact with classic third and fourth season epi- yavapailibrary.org/dhl.htm. different animals including a rabbit, a sodes of The X-Files on Saturdays The library’s hours are: Tuesday, rat, a tortoise, a bearded dragon, in July. On July 9, we will show Wednesday & Friday: 10 a.m. to 5 snakes, and more on Tuesday, July the comedic “War of the Cop- p.m. (closed for lunch 12–12:30 19: 1-2 p.m. Please register in ad- rophages” and the intense p.m.), Thursday: 12:30 - 7 p.m, and vance for this fun activity. “Pusher”. On July 16, we will play a Saturday: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. AFTERNOON GAMES, for ages mythology two-parter “Piper Maru” THE LIBRARY WILL BE 7 and up, will be held on Tuesdays, and “Apocrypha”. Finally, on July CLOSED ON SATURDAY, JULY 2. July 5 and 12: 1–2:30 p.m. Play a 23, come to see the third season great assortment of board games and finale “Talitha Cumi” and the fourth on the library’s Wii on our huge 90” season opener “Herrenvolk”. Movie HUSD SUMMER FOOD movie screen. Bring your Wii games style refreshments will be provided! PROGRAM to the library to play against others! Fans of Cultdom will not meet on Free Meals for children 18 and FAMILY SUMMER MOVIES will July 2 or July 30. under continue to be provided at be shown on the library’s 90” movie WATER, a presentation from Humboldt Elementary School, screen on Satur- the Dewey-Humboldt IONS will be Monday through Friday, through days: 2 –3:45 p.m. held on Tuesday, July 5: 10:30 a.m. July 15th. Breakfast will be served Movie refreshments –12:30 p.m. The group will view a from 8 until 9 and Lunch will be will be provided! documentary on water and how it served from 11:30 until 12:30. Please register. relates to consciousness and Adult Meals are $2 for Breakfast Here is our list of thought. The IONS meetings are and $3 for Lunch. movies: July 9: open to everyone with all points of There will be guest presenters Kung view. Visitors are welcome! Re- including FoodCorps, MatForce, and Fu freshments will be served. Heritage Park Sanctuary, as well as Panda BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP special events and prizes! 3, July will meet on Tuesday, July 12: 9:30 – All children are welcome! No pa- 16: The Good Dino- 10:45 a.m, discussing books by perwork required. saur, and July 23: Min- Beverly Cleary. With the author’s th Just show up and ions. 100 birthday this year, each mem- eat for FREE! The library has some ber of the group will choose to read For more info great events for adults any book the author has written and contact the HUSD too. then briefly discuss it at the meeting. Child & Nutrition MOVIES 4 GROWNUPS will be Light refreshments will be provided Office at 759-5014 showing Interstellar, starring Matthew for the fun discussion. Call the li- or 759-5012. The Dewey-Humboldt Newsletter 5

MEETING DATES WHY WOULD A PERSON AND EXPECTED VIE TO SERVE ON OUR AGENDA ITEMS TOWN COUNCIL? From League of Women Voters, as (Subject to change. Check website or provided by Earl Goodwin call Town Hall to confirm.) Before getting elected, public Town Council Chambers servants must figure out why they are 2735 S. Hwy. 69, Humboldt running for an office. Most often, peo- (unless otherwise posted) POST 78 ple run for office because they are HUMBOLDT, AZ 86329 Council Meetings 6:30 p.m. deeply committed to their community 928-632-5185 and want to impact the community at a July 5: 1) Condemnation Reso- JULY 2016 higher level. At times, people run be- lution 16-122 continued discus- cause they are passionate about a sion. The Post with a View HOURS: Noon to 7 p.m. Sunday thru single issue or problem. A single con- July 19: 1) Budget Public Hear- Saturday; troversy - such as a land use or zon- ing and possible adoption. July 2: Auxiliary eBoard meeting 2 ing decision - could dominate an entire election campaign. Council Work Sessions and p.m. July 4: 2 p.m. Burgers/Dogs/Beans But once the election is over, Special Meetings 2:00 p.m. $5—S.A.L. Beef Raffle things change. Candidates who’ve July 12: 1) Public Works Re- July 5: Post eBoard meeting 5 p.m. won elections based on their position port; 2) Board of Adjustment rein- July 6: Monthly Meetings: Auxiliary 4 on that one single issue soon discover statement mechanism; 3) Citizen p.m.; Post Meeting 5 p.m.; QUEEN OF that they are responsible for a much Survey Follow-up. HEARTS 5 p.m. broader array of challenges. The is- July 7: S.A.L. Meeting 5 p.m. P&Z Meeting 6:00 p.m. July 9: S.A.L. Pancake Breakfast - 9 to sue they ran on may not even be on the Council’s agenda. Getting it July 7: 1) Continuation of His- 11 a.m.; 40 & 8 Meeting 11 a.m. (NEW TIME & DAY) placed there will only be possible if toric District Assignment Review; July 16: RIDER’s Meeting (NEW DATE they are willing and able to work coop- 2) General Plan Review. & TIME) Saturday at 9 a.m.; Auxiliary eratively with other members, many of To receive Meeting Notifications Karaoke - Christmas in July theme; 5 to 8 whom will have their own issues to and Agendas by email contact: Agenda p.m. (bring socks, t-shirts/shorts for Vets champion. [email protected] and put “subscribe” in at the STANDDOWN in September) To be effective, elected officials the subject line. July 21: VA Lunch for Ft Whipple Vets must work as part of a team to estab- 11 a.m. lish a shared vision for the future, Citizens may have an item placed COMING EVENTS: on the agenda by contacting a Council Labor Day—September 5 make plans that make that future pos- Member or filling out a form available at Mondays: 8 Ball Tournament 4:30 sible, and work with their colleagues the counter in Town Hall. p.m. and constituents to enact the policies Wednesdays: Burgers 12 to 2 p.m. $5, and laws that will ultimately lead to DEWEY-HUMBOLDT -Public Welcome; QUEEN OF HEARTS accomplishment. Holding a public drawing 5 p.m. office is an act of service to the public HISTORICAL SOCIETY Friday Fish Fry: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. – - that is, service to all the citizens of HISTORIC SITE Public Welcome! Cod, Catfish, their district, not just those who share POKER RUN (2016) Shrimp plus Chef’s Special w/Soup, Sal- your views or those who voted for you. ad, Rolls, Dessert - $9 per person It is a challenge that requires The run will start at the D-H Mu- Fish Fry Music: 1st TBA; 8th Peggy every office holder to rise above the seum, Main St, Humboldt, at 7:30 Evans; 15th Greenwood Hill; 24th fray, to reach beyond comfort zones, a.m. on Saturday, July 30th. The TBA; 29th TBA. and to work with others with whom Difficulty Level on a scale of 1 to 10 they may have significant differences. is 3, and is limited to High Clearance JULY EVENTS Rising to that challenge is what makes 4 x 4 vehicles only. democracy work. It’s what makes The cost is a donation of $25 for & HOLIDAYS July 4: Independence Day-office closed shaping our own shared future possi- a Poker Hand and $15 for all Ride- ble. It’s what others have done before alongs. Birthstone: Ruby Flower: Larkspur us. And it’s what has made our Town Lunch will be served after the a place we can be proud of. run and prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, 3rd and last place hands. Pick up registration forms at the Museum, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thurs. thru Sat. or on our Facebook page. For more info call Bob at 632- 0234.

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CALL FOR AGUA FRIA FESTIVAL PARTICIPANTS! THE DEWEY-HUMBOLDT The Dewey-Humboldt Historical Society is gearing up for — Old West Days & Agua Fria Festival—to be held October 1st! NEWSLETTER Vendors, spaces are available for your Crafts & Western Art or information on Articles welcome from and your businesses! provided by Citizens, Organiza- Food Vendors, would you like to join us that day? tions, Committees, Staff, and Would you or your group like to participate in the Main Partners of the Town of Street Parade? We would love to have you be a part of Dewey-Humboldt. our annual fund raising Published Monthly by the event! Town of Dewey-Humboldt We’re having the Ad- mission Button Contest for Denise Rogers, Editor the Festival again this Please submit articles year. Deadline to turn in your art work is July 25. by the 15th on-line at: Entry forms are available at the D-H Museum. [email protected] Contact Sue at 928-449-9972 or Charlotte at 928- or in person at Town Hall. 277-5609 for more information.

VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED! Volunteers are needed on the DON’T FORGET Planning and Zoning Commission (P&Z) and the Open Space and THE FRIENDS OF Trails Committee (OSAT). THE LIBRARY Please contact the Town Clerk at BOOK SALE! THE PRESCOTT 632-7362 to apply for these va- Great Titles cancies. Thank you for volunteer- FARMERS MARKET ing for our Community! Great Prices Saturdays through October Great Cause 29th - 7:30 a.m. Every Thursday, 1 to 5 to Noon in the Yavapai College, Parking Lot D, 1100 E Sheldon, Prescott. LEARN ABOUT OUR TOWN: HAVE COFFEE WITH THE TOWN MANAGER Monday, July 11th from 9 to 10 a.m. in the Town Manager’s Office.

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