The AZSHPO is pleased to announce a new Guidance Point (No. 12; May 2018) that focuses on drafting agreement documents (MOAs and PAs) for Section 106 undertakings. The title is “SHPO Guidance on Drafting Section 106 Agreement Documents for Undertakings in Arizona.” This document builds upon the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation’s 2015 guidance on agreements and provides actual template language that can be used for recitals and stipulations that pertain directly to projects occurring within Arizona. This standardized language has been vetted with the ACHP and through Section 106 consultations, and can assist federal agencies, their consultants, SHPO, Tribes and other consulting parties in streamlining the process of generating and reviewing MOAs and PAs.

https://azstateparks.com/shpo-guidance

The AZSITE Manger (part-time) position is currently posted on the UA Careers website. The posting can be found at https://uacareers.com/postings/28889.

ACS is hiring field archaeologists. You can download the job posting here.

FA_posting_2018.pdf

HB 2498 has passed and is going to Governor Ducey. It will likely be signed or vetoed tomorrow. The AAC has sent the below letter to Governor Ducey. This issue requires immediate action.  Please call, email, and tweet the Governor and spread the word.

Office of Governor Doug Ducey
State Capitol
1700 West Washington
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Phone: 602/542-4331
Fax: 602/542-7601
Email: dducey@az.gov
Twitter: @dougducey

AAC_HB2498_letter_GovernorDucey.docx

The website for the 2018 Pecos Conference of Southwestern Archaeology is now live at http://www.pecosconference.org/. It includes information about the conference location, amenities, and the presentation submission form. If you are not planning on camping with us, please visit the Notes and Accommodations sections soon to plan your hotel stay. Early Registration and Vendor Registration will open about May 1, so please make sure to periodically check the website for new information. The conference will be held at the Flagstaff Hotshot Camp on the Coconino National Forest, August 9-12. Individuals and organizations interested in assisting in the organization as partners, sponsors, or vendors may contact Kimberly Spurr at organizer@pecosconference.org.

The Gila River Indian Community is hiring an archaeologist. The job description is attached. You can apply online at the following link: Application

GRIC Archaeologist Job Posting.pdf

You are invited to join the Arizona Archaeological Council’s Google Group. As a member of the group, you will receive emails regarding recent news, events, and job announcements.

Follow this link to request to join the group. Once approved, you will receive a confirmation email.

We encourage you to share your own information and news with the group. The group settings have been modified so that that only administrators can post content. If you would like to share information with the group, please send your post to druckeraacboard@gmail.com.

We anticipate only posting a few messages per week. If you join the group with a Google email address, you can further modify your settings to limit the amount of emails that you receive. Modify your settings by visiting the AAC Google Group page and clicking: my settings/membership and email settings.

As a reminder, the Arizona Archaeological Council is no longer associated with the listserv (AAC-L@yahoogroups.com). All AAC content is distributed through our website, newsletter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Google Group. Follow our accounts to stay connected. We also encourage you to share announcements through any of our platforms. Simply email druckeraacboard@gmail.com with requests. Thank you.

Sincerely,

Danny Rucker, RPA

Information Officer/Newsletter Editor

Arizona Archaeological Council

The Scottsdale Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) is in need of an archaeologist to serve as a member of the HPC, per Scottsdale City Code. In February 2018 Mark Hackbarth, the archaeologist that was serving on the HPC, completed his second term and cannot be reappointed to HPC.

Any AAC member that lives in Scottsdale and is interested in serving on the HPC can submit an application as soon as possible because on May 1, 2018 Scottsdale City Council will be reviewing applications to determine nominations, and on May 22, 2018 Scottsdale City Council will interview nominees to determine appointments.

Information about the Scottsdale Historic Preservation Program and the protection of Archaeological Resources can be found at the following web link:

http://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/historic-zoning

The application form can be found at the following web link:

http://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/Assets/ScottsdaleAZ/Boards/application.pdf

In addition, a PDF copy is provided.

application.pdf

Steve Venker will be happy to answer any questions.

Steve Venker

Historic Preservation Officer/City Archaeologist

City of Scottsdale

Direct line: 480-312-2831

jvenker@scottsdaleaz.gov

AWARD NOMINATIONS DUE FRIDAY, APRIL 13TH!!
 
For nomination forms and additional information visit: https://azpreservation.com/2018-awards/
 
2018 Awards in Historic Preservation
 
Awards Ceremony
Thursday, June 7th, 2018
Hotel Valley Ho, Scottsdale, Arizona
The Preservation Awards Ceremony is the signature event of the 16th Annual Arizona Historic Preservation Conference. In 2007 the Governor’s Awards in Public Archaeology were combined with the annual presentation of the Governor’s Heritage Preservation Honor Awards to become the primary forum for recognition of excellence in historic and cultural preservation efforts in Arizona.
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Governor’s Archaeology Advisory Commission Awards in Public Archaeology
 
The Governor’s Archaeology Advisory Commission (GAAC) is presenting its 31st Annual Awards in Public Archaeology. The Awards are presented to individuals and/or programs that have significantly contributed to the protection and preservation of, and education about, Arizona’s non-renewable archaeological resources.
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Governor’s Heritage Preservation Honor Awards
 
Since 1982, the Arizona Preservation Foundation and Arizona State Historic Preservation Office/Arizona State Parks have collaborated to present the Governor’s Heritage Preservation Honor Awards. These awards recognize people, organizations, and projects that represent outstanding achievements in preserving Arizona’s prehistoric and historic resources.
 
The mission of the Governor’s Heritage Preservation Honor Awards is to:
 
    * Promote public awareness of historic preservation in the state of Arizona;
 
    * Publicly recognize the varied contributions by volunteers, professionals, organizations, and agencies to promote the goals of historic preservation;
 
    * Identify and recognize educational, community, non-profit, and private-sector heritage projects that demonstrate excellence in design and execution.
 
JAMES W. GARRISON HONOR AWARD WINNER
The James W. Garrison Honor  Award Winner is selected from the 2018 Honor awardees, and will be announced at the close of the ceremony.

Download the AAC's press release on HB 2498.

AAC_HB2498_Press_Release_04092018.pdf