Not a place for retirees
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7/20/2021
I have lived in Cottonwood since 2002. When I first moved here, this place was wonderful. Quiet, friendly and affordable. The weather was good with plenty of sunshine and a decent amount of precipitation. Nowadays, housing costs have gone through the roof (thanks in great part to Sedona workers who cannot afford Sedona prices which are even worse), summer temperatures have increased (this year in June up to 114 degrees) and precipitation has decreased, water service costs have tripled and medical care is mediocre at best. If you are a young, hip professional with a degree and a connection or a family with a decent income, the city will welcome you with open arms. If you are a low income senior or a low income, disabled individual, forget Cottonwood and look elsewhere. Services provided are all geared towards families and children, very little is done for the elderly, the poor and the disabled by the city or the county even though the city continues to have surpluses in its budget. I will be relocating within the next few months to a more inclusive community where seniors are welcomed rather than relegated to pasture.
Lisa | Verde Village, AZ