Cyclists will roll in for El Tour de Zona March 25-27

Moving Forward

Sierra Vista and Cochise County will welcome nearly 700 cyclists, including many from out of state, to spend three days enjoying daily rides and a festival when the inaugural Benson Healthcare El Tour de Zona rolls into town on Friday, March 25.

Hosted by Perimeter Bicycling, this new event will introduce people from at least 34 states to Sierra Vista and its surrounding communities, with over 40 percent of registrants coming from outside Arizona. They will take daily rides beginning and ending at Veterans Memorial Park where a festival with live music, food trucks, and a wine/beer garden will come to life on Friday and Saturday nights from 4 to 10 p.m. The festival will be open to the general public and admission is free.

“We’re thrilled to have Sierra Vista serve as base camp for this inaugural event,” City of Sierra Vista Marketing and Communications Manager Judy Hector says. “It builds on our reputation as an extraordinary destination for outdoor recreation and will showcase what makes this area a great place to cycle.”

On Friday participants will ride to Ramsey Canyon Preserve as they take in scenic views of the Huachuca Mountains over the course of 29 miles. On Saturday they will ride to Bisbee and back, pedaling 65 miles along a counterclockwise loop heading down Highway 92 and returning along Highway 90. And on Sunday, the cyclists will saddle up for a 36-mile ride to Tombstone and back, using Charleston Road both ways.

Charleston Road will be closed between Louis Road in Tombstone and Moson Road near Sierra Vista from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, March 27. Motorists should plan to take an alternate route. Only emergency vehicles and residents with active addresses along Charleston Road will be allowed to drive through.

Drivers should also be mindful of cyclists in Sierra Vista on Friday, March 25, and along the highways between Sierra Vista and Bisbee on Saturday, March 26.

“Nearly 700 cyclists will be riding through our County,” Cochise County Engineering & Natural Resources Director Jackie Watkins says. “For everyone's safety, motorists should be cautious and drive with extreme care as they see groups of cyclists on the roads. We all play a part in ensuring a safe tour through Cochise County.”

City News

Help keep Sierra Vista clean this spring

As we welcome the official start of spring on Sunday, we also know to expect some windy days when it’s easy for litter to be carried near and far. Fortunately, there are some simple ways to not only spruce up around your own properties but also to help keep your community clean this spring!

1. Bag and tie your trash – Loose trash can easily fly out of your bin on windy days, littering areas near and far from your home. Please remember to always bag and tightly tie your trash before placing it in your bin for collection. On especially windy days, you may want to wait until the morning of your pickup to roll your bin to the curb.

2. Adopt an Area – It’s the perfect way to volunteer to help keep your community clean! Individuals, groups, or organizations are welcome to participate in the City’s Adopt an Area program. The City will provide you bags for cleanup efforts and collect them when you’re done. Just head to the Adopt an Area webpage to learn more and see what areas are available. You can also call (520) 417-4413 or email [email protected] for assistance.

3. Mind your litter – Use a little extra care as you’re traveling around town in the spring. During Sierra Vista’s windy season, it’s easy for little scraps of trash to get carried out of your vehicle or even your hands.

4. Schedule a green waste pickup – Did you know City refuse customers can schedule pickups for yard waste free of charge? It’s true! Pickups can be scheduled for most Wednesdays and must be arranged by 5 p.m. the Monday prior. Schedule them online or by calling (520) 458-7530. Spring is the perfect time to spruce up and the City can help!

5. Report litter bugs – While most litter is a nuisance, discarded cigarettes can cause dangerous fires, especially when winds are high. And illegal dumping of hazardous household waste is a public health and safety concern. If you witness any littering or illegal dumping, do not hesitate to report it by calling the non-emergency dispatch line (520) 803-3551. Never approach someone who is littering or dumping.

Extraordinary Activities

Hop on down for an “eggsciting” good time at the City's annual Easter Eggstravaganza on Saturday, April 9, from 9 to 11 a.m.

Kids will enjoy egg hunts, crafts, and games! All activities are free. Come say hi to the Easter Bunny and get your picture taken together (bring a camera). And remember to bring your own Easter basket too!

Egg Hunt Times

9:00–11:00 a.m. Ages 4 & under, ongoing

9:15 a.m. Ages 5–6

9:25 a.m. Ages 7–8

9:35 a.m. Ages 9–10

Uncommon Recreation

Enjoy the last day of spring break with a splash at The Cove's Tsunami Night tonight from 7 to 10 p.m. Pizza and soda are included with the $10 admission.

Social Snapshot

Monty’s Motors is a familiar sight for anyone that drives down Fry Boulevard, but few might know that it was the first automobile repair shop in the area and is one of Sierra Vista’s oldest continually operated businesses! Learn more about this longstanding family business in the Henry F. Hauser Museum's latest #WestEndThenandNow post.

City Announcements

As mentioned in today's Moving Forward article, Charleston Road will be closed between Louis Road in Tombstone and Moson Road near Sierra Vista from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, March 27. Motorists should plan to take an alternate route. Only emergency vehicles and residents with active addresses along Charleston Road will be allowed to drive through.

Recent Business Licenses

KG's TV Appliance, LLC — 1690 E. Fry Blvd.
Prestige Remodeling — 106 N. 2nd Street A

Upcoming Meetings

City Council Work Session - Tuesday, March 22, 3:00 p.m.

City Council Meeting - Thursday, March 24, 5:00 p.m.

Watch Council Meetings

Head to our YouTube Channel to stream City Council meetings live or watch previous meetings.

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