Coconino County supervisors review draft comprehensive plan; staff outlines high‑priority implementation items

Coconino County Board of Supervisors Chair Patrice Horstman and county planning staff reviewed a draft update to the county’s comprehensive plan during the board’s Oct. 1 work session, summarizing community feedback and listing high‑priority next steps for implementation.

The comprehensive plan update, a 10‑year guide for land use, transportation, natural resources, housing and community services, reflects extensive outreach and a 60‑day statutory public review period. "Every 10 years, the county reviews and, updates its existing comprehensive plan," said Melissa Shaw, long‑range planner in Community Development, who led the staff presentation.

Why it matters: The comprehensive plan shapes later land use approvals, development conditions and departmental priorities. Changes in the plan can affect how the county coordinates emergency services, manages growth, and plans infrastructure and conservation efforts — particularly in unincorporated and Flagstaff‑regional areas.

Key points from staff presentation - Public outreach and comments: Staff described letters and follow‑up responses to the Arizona State Land Department, the town of Tusayan and an individual commenter, and said the planning commission…