Craig Dotseth, a 21-year employee of the City of Prescott, has been named Public Works Director. Dotseth was promoted to the position, having previously served as the City’s Utilities Manager. Dotseth has over 31 years of public works experience, and has served in various positions for the City of Prescott during his tenure.
“During the transition in the Public Works Department, Craig emerged as a leader with an in-depth understanding of this very complex multi-faceted department,” said City Manager Michael Lamar. “We are happy to have Craig serve in this important role.”
“I am pleased to take on this new role,” said Dotseth. “I look forward to this opportunity to continue my service to the City of Prescott.”
In his role, Dotseth will oversee a department of over 150 employees, with responsibility for Street Maintenance , Utilities, Solid Waste, Engineering and Project Management.
City of Prescott Names Craig Dotseth Public Works Director
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Arizona State Senator Ken Bennett will read a proclamation in memory of Dr. Billie Orr on Wednesday, Feb. 1st at 1:15 p.m. on the Senate floor. The session will be livestreamed at www.azleg.gov/liveproceedings. Here is the text of the proclamation. ![]()
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In Memory of Dr. Billie Orr![]()
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WHEREAS, Dr. Billie Orr served the citizens of Prescott on the City Council from 2015 until 2021 and during that time as mayor Pro Tempore from 2017 until 2020; and![]()
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WHEREAS, she was a member and past President of the Republican Women of Prescott; and![]()
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WHEREAS, Dr. Billie Orr Founded the Mayor’s Commission on Well-Being for the City of Prescott; and![]()
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WHEREAS, Dr. Billie Orr served as City Council Liaison for several City Boards and Commissions during her tenure as Councilmember; and ![]()
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WHEREAS, she served as a Board Member of Arizona Town Hall, Prescott Western Heritage Foundation and Yavapai Big Brothers Big Sisters; and![]()
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WHEREAS, Dr. Billie Orr was an active Rotarian, serving on Rotary Clubs in the Phoenix area and in Prescott; and ![]()
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WHEREAS, she was a big fan of pickleball and helped Prescott Build outdoor courts for its citizens; and![]()
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WHEREAS, prior to her service in Prescott, Dr. Billie Orr was active in Arizona education for more than twenty-five years; and ![]()
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WHEREAS, Dr. Billie Orr served the citizens of Arizona as Arizona’s Associate Superintendent of Public Instruction; and![]()
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WHEREAS, under her leadership, Arizona created state academic standards that were ranked among the best in the nation; and![]()
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WHEREAS, in earlier years she taught in the Madison District in Phoenix and was the Principal of Kiva School in Scottsdale; and![]()
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WHEREAS, Dr. Billie Orr was a dedicated and longtime public servant to the citizens of Arizona who brought a positive and caring aspect to her service, inspiring many who worked with her; and![]()
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WHEREAS, Dr. Billie Orr will be greatly missed by her many friends in Prescott and throughout Arizona; and![]()
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NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, our heartfelt condolences and prayers go out to her husband Bob, their children and grandchildren and all family members.![]()
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