Good morning, this is your Flagstaff Local Frequency for Tuesday, May 6th, 2025.We’re waking up with a lot to talk about across Flagstaff today. First up, Flagstaff City Council is back in session this afternoon at 3 PM at City Hall over on West Aspen Avenue. On the agenda are some significant changes that will likely impact both residents and visitors in the months ahead. The council is holding a public hearing on a proposed increase to the city’s Use Tax rate, moving from 2.281 percent to 2.486 percent. If approved, this means more funds will flow into the city’s General Fund, which supports everything from public safety to our parks, rec centers, and city facilities. This could mean expanded services and updates for those weekend park days or community events we all enjoy. For those with an eye on the environment and the future of transportation, the City Council will also consider adopting new rates and fees for electric vehicle charging across town. As Flagstaff continues to encourage sustainability, these changes could make it easier—and potentially a bit more affordable or accessible—for drivers to keep their EVs powered up. If you have thoughts or want your voice heard, remember this is a public hearing, so locals are encouraged to attend and participate.Overnight tonight, a heads-up for drivers: Sawmill Drive will face full closures starting tonight and running through Thursday night. Plan your routes accordingly, especially if your commute or errands usually take you through that area.On the sports front, Northern Arizona University basketball fans have something to cheer about. The Lumberjacks have landed a notable transfer, Walker Timme, a 6-foot-7 forward out of Dallas, who’s expected to add strength to the lineup for the 2025-26 season. Fans can look forward to seeing Timme in blue and gold when the new season rolls around.Shifting to community safety, stay alert for updates about recent police and emergency activity, including responses along I-40 and continued fire awareness as we move further into wildfire season. Local EMS and police are advising residents to review their emergency preparations as Flagstaff heads into the drier months.Looking for things to do? With sunny skies expected, it’s a perfect day to explore our extensive hiking trails or take in some fresh mountain air at Buffalo Park. And with graduation season underway at NAU, watch for increased traffic around campus and remember to extend a warm welcome to visiting families.This has been Flagstaff Local Frequency. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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