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Coconino allocates $500,000 for amphitheater upgrades, prioritizes safety, ADA and production capacity
Summary
Parks staff recommended using a $500,000 FY26 one‑time allocation to address priority amphitheater repairs and upgrades (hoists, ADA work, concessions and civil work), while deferring a full permanent restroom build and larger roof truss upgrade pending further funding; supervisors endorsed staff's phased approach and asked staff to pursue grants and fundraising.
Parks and Recreation Director Cynthia Smith and entertainment partners presented a prioritized plan Feb. 3 to spend a $500,000 one‑time FY26 allocation on upgrades to the county amphitheater intended to expand capacity and improve performer and visitor experience.
Staff proposed a phased program that would address immediate safety, accessibility and operations needs first: replace failing hoists and improve stage infrastructure to support modern lighting and sound; complete recently quoted ADA seating and access work;…
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