BlackStar Orbital to build spacecraft manufacturing and test facility in Sierra Vista

Moving Forward

Earlier this week, BlackStar Orbital announced it would be investing $7.1 million into a new engineering and manufacturing facility for its spacecraft at the Sierra Vista Municipal Airport. It's anticipated the facility will be operational by 2026 and create over 50 high-quality jobs.

"We are excited to welcome BlackStar Orbital to our community," said Mayor McCaa. "We greatly appreciate the efforts of the Arizona Commerce Authority and our own City of Sierra Vista economic development team in doing the work needed to land this project. Sierra Vista's tech-centric workforce and shovel-ready airport space make this an ideal location for BlackStar's missions."

The Sierra Vista facility is poised to be the cornerstone for the development and production of BlackStar's spacecraft, an innovative spaceplane-satellite hybrid affectionately called SpaceDrone. Learn more.

City News

The Cove is set to reopen on Monday, Feb. 12

The Cove, Sierra Vista’s indoor aquatic center, is scheduled to reopen on Monday, Feb. 12, after being closed for maintenance this winter.

During the closure, crews removed and replaced every bottom surface throughout the pool area up to the tile line; retiled with larger, longer-lasting tiles; and established new regulatory diving markers. There were also upgrades to the waterslide stairs and pirate slide landing, and the installation of shower stalls to the men’s locker room.

Due to some additional maintenance issues, the therapeutic pool, diving well, and waterslides may be unavailable for a limited time after the main pool reopens on Feb. 12. Staff is working to restore these features as soon as possible.

For information on hours of operation, classes, swim lessons, and more, visit www.SierraVistaAZ.gov/Cove.

Extraordinary Activities

Join us for the In Your Pocket: Heroes of the Past black history celebration on Saturday, Feb. 17, from noon to 3 p.m. at the Ethel H. Berger Center. Learn about trailblazers who helped to settle and shape the American West, hear stories of sacrifice and perseverance, discuss the shared experiences of black Americans, and come together to unify for the future. Learn more.

Uncommon Recreation

No date for Valentine's Day? Find your next love at the Nancy J. Brua Animal Care Center's 16th Anniversary Open House! The event takes place on Saturday, Feb. 10, from noon to 4 p.m. and features adoption specials, Rambo's Rummage sale, and refreshments. Learn more.

Social Snapshot

Discover the latest innovation in firefighting as Sierra Vista firefighters demonstrate the efficiency and safety of the new low pressure hose package! The 7/8" tip smooth bore and a fixed flow fog nozzle mean that firefighters have less nozzle reaction while maintaining the same fire flow. Learn more.

City Announcements

Registration is now open for the Seventh Annual Sky Islands Summit Challenge! Visit www.SierraVistaAZ.gov/Summit-Challenge for more information.

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The next Sierra Vista Community Connect resource fair is this Tuesday, Feb. 6, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Ethel H. Berger Center.

Upcoming Meetings

City Council Work Session - Tuesday, Feb. 6, 3:00 p.m.

City Council Meeting - Thursday, Feb. 8, 5:00 p.m.

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Accommodations

For any special needs or accommodations, please notify Jill Adams 72 hours prior to the meeting date. Reach Ms. Adams at (520) 458-3315 or through the Arizona Relay Service at 7-1-1.

City of Sierra Vista

(520) 458-3315

1011 N. Coronado Drive

Sierra Vista, AZ 85635

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