ETD, Inc. has taken a leading role in shaping the future of Flagstaff through its work on the Flagstaff Regional Plan 2045. Partnering with Cascadia Partners, ETD is helping ensure that the voices shaping Flagstaff’s growth are as diverse as the community itself. The plan isn’t just about mapping the city’s future infrastructure—it’s about creating a shared vision for the…
ZenniHome celebrates one year in new location “This facility (NGS) took out enough scrap steel to build 6,500 Zenni homes. And we’re buying steel that was recycled from this facility.” Bob Worsley, entrepreneur and co-founder of ZenniHome, is celebrating a milestone. Last year on December 15th, the company announced its partnership with the Navajo Nation and finalized an emergency operating…
The Coconino County Joint Land Use Study (JLUS) is a collaborative effort between Coconino County, the City of Flagstaff, and Camp Navajo Military Depot. This essential project aims to create a policy framework that fosters a thriving economy, vibrant community, and sustainable environment while protecting the military mission at Camp Navajo. By developing a comprehensive strategic plan, the JLUS ensures…
The Baahaali Chapter Comprehensive Land Use Plan is a community-driven guide for sustainable growth. Its primary goal is to provide clear guidelines for housing, recreation, public facilities, and economic development. The plan supports Baahaali’s vision for future development, ensuring that growth happens in an organized and balanced way. Community Engagement The Land Use Plan was shaped by the input of…
Economic Diversification for Navajo Nation: A Path to Sustainable Growth For many years, coal mining and power generation were the main economic drivers for the Navajo Nation. However, with the closure of the Four Corners Power Plant (FCPP) and Navajo Mine in 2014, and the 2019 shutdown of the Kayenta Mine and Navajo Generating Station (NGS), a major shift occurred.…
Greasewood Springs Chapter selected a parcel of land along Navajo Route 15 to be master planned for several commercial developments. The following developments were specifically identified: a gas station and convenience store, fast food, laundromat, post office, RV park and campground, bus stop, picnic area, local vendor stations, and a parking lot. ETD began master planning by working with the…
ETD worked closely with the LeChee Chapter Planning and Zoning Committee from November 2014 to June 2015 to identify goals and objectives for land uses. A Community Values Survey was conducted to identify the issues to be addressed as well as the needs and desires related to various land uses. The results were used to support the goals and strategies…
ETD Inc. combines various community relations strategies when developing community based plans. LeChee Chapter contracted ETD to manage the development of a comprehensive land use plan (CLUP). We conducted a community values survey to better understand the issues, goals, and opportunities in the community. Geographically, the chapter area encompasses 293,013 acres and is bordered by the Lake Powell Recreation Area…
ETD was the designated Project Manager for the Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park Facilities Improvement Project. This project involved new infrastructure development to support a new hotel and visitor center at the park. Improvements included a new storage tank with booster pumps for fire and domestic water distribution, a new eight-mile water pipeline and upgraded well, a new wastewater collection…
