The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced $3.6 billion in new funding under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to upgrade water infrastructure and keep communities safe. Combined with $2.6 billion announced earlier this month, this $6.2 billion in investments for Fiscal Year 2025 will help communities nationwide make essential water infrastructure upgrades to … [More]
Region Receives $146M in Federal Grants for Grand Avenue Reconstruction Project
Grants will help fund US 60 (Grand Avenue) 35th Avenue/Indian School Road Grade Separation Project
The U.S. Department of Transportation announced a $146 million combined federal grant funding award to the Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) for the US 60 (Grand Avenue)/35th Avenue/Indian School Road Grade Separation Project. The project will help address the complex issues surrounding the six-legged highway/arterial intersection that also includes two at-grade … [More]
DOE Grants $70M to Help Strengthen APS Smart Grid with New Technology
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Grid Deployment Office announced it has awarded Arizona Public Service Company (APS) two grants, totaling $70 million, for projects to strengthen smart grid resilience, expand wildfire prevention and mitigation measures and help meet customers’ growing energy needs. The funds are part of the DOE’s Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnerships … [More]
SRP Partners with City of Tempe on Commercial Water-Saving Rebates
SRP announced today a contribution of $10,000 per year or $50,000 over five years to financially support the City of Tempe’s Non-Residential Landscape Conversion Rebate program. SRP is also contributing $10,000 per fiscal year or $50,000 over five years to the city’s Cooling Tower Rebate program for non-residential customers. The Non-Residential Landscape … [More]
Mayor Gallego to Honor Autism Advocate Denise Resnik with Global Citizen Award
Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego will honor autism advocate and business executive Denise Resnik with the Global Citizen Award during The Mayor's International event hosted by Phoenix Sister Cities on October 19 at Chateau Luxe. Resnik is the founder and president/CEO of First Place AZ (established in 2012), co-founder of the Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center (SARRC, … [More]
City of Phoenix Adopts Public Safety Improvements, Addresses Concerns in DOJ Investigation
City leaders reviewed significant improvements to public safety while also laying out initial plans for continued enhancements at a public policy session Tuesday in Phoenix City Council Chambers. Under the direction of the Phoenix City Council and with community input, the City’s service to the Phoenix community has experienced a period of significant change. The … [More]
Governor Hobbs Announces Nearly $8 Million to Support Arizona Small Businesses
Arizona Commerce Authority awarded Department of Treasury Grant to provide critical support to small businesses
Governor Katie Hobbs and the Arizona Commerce Authority announced Arizona will receive a $7.9 million grant from the U.S. Department of Treasury as part of their State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) Investing in America Small Business Opportunity Program (SBOP). Since taking office, Governor Hobbs has met with countless small business owners and understands the need … [More]
Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity Awarded $685,200 for Green Economy Workforce Development
New grant initiative to identify, assess and facilitate green jobs opportunities in Arizona
Arizona’s Office of Economic Opportunity (OEO) has been awarded a $685,200 grant for its Green Economy Workforce Initiative. With the grant, OEO will identify emerging green industries, evaluate regional job opportunities, and address workforce gaps to guide targeted workforce development investments. The grant is from the Powering Climate & Infrastructure Careers … [More]
Phoenix Parks and Recreation Launches Master Plan Program
The City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department is excited to announce the launch of our master plan process, which will guide the future development and management of our City's parks and recreation facilities. This comprehensive plan will set the standard for years to come and ensure that our community's green spaces continue to thrive. One of the key components of … [More]
Resource Innovations Partners with Office of Resiliency to Launch ‘Efficiency Arizona’ Energy Saving Programs
Resource Innovations has joined in partnership with the Arizona Governor's Office of Resiliency to launch Efficiency Arizona, an initiative that will distribute federal dollars to Arizona residents to increase energy efficiency in homes. The statewide initiative, set to roll out in phases starting this fall, is designed to enhance energy efficiency, promote clean energy, and … [More]
It’s an Election Year for the Arizona Corporation Commission
Here’s why Arizona business owners and residents should care
This November, Arizona voters will have the opportunity to elect three of the five seats on the Arizona Corporation Commission — thereby determining the majority of officials controlling this powerful regulatory body. For those wondering, “What is the Commission?” and “Why should I care?” read on. What Is the Arizona Corporation Commission? The Commission is unique. First, … [More]
Downtown Phoenix Inc. Launches First 3D Digital Replica of Downtown Phoenix
Advanced mapping and data software supports urban planning, economic growth and community engagement
Downtown Phoenix Inc. announced the official debut of Downtown Phoenix’s first digital twin. The community-building organization and enhanced municipal services provider has partnered with CyberCity 3D and ORBIS Dynamics to produce a replica of Downtown that will use legions of aggregated data to highlight real-time traffic patterns, zoning ordinances, air quality, prime urban … [More]
HUD Awards $2.5 Million Choice Neighborhoods Supplemental Grant to Phoenix’s Edison-Eastlake Neighborhood
On Tuesday, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) awarded a $2.5 million Choice Neighborhoods Supplemental Grant to the City of Phoenix, to continue the revitalization of the Edison-Eastlake neighborhood. The grant presentation took place in the heart of the neighborhood, at Soluna, where City officials, community leaders, residents and HUD officials … [More]
Mayors Launch ‘Disagree Better Arizona’ to Elevate Civil Discourse
Mesa Mayor John Giles and Tempe Mayor Corey Woods have come together to announce the launch of the “Disagree Better Arizona” initiative, a bipartisan effort aimed at elevating civil discourse and fostering constructive dialogue across the state. The initiative introduces a free online toolkit designed to help individuals navigate disagreements in a respectful and productive … [More]
Two Years Later: Clean Energy Boom Brings More than 18,000 Jobs and Almost $12 Billion in Investment to Arizona
Two years after the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act, the clean energy plan is turbocharging the clean energy economy and revitalizing communities across Arizona, as illustrated in Climate Power’s latest Clean Energy Boom report. The clean energy plan has spurred the creation of over 330,000 new jobs nationwide, with Arizona ranking seventh in the country with 18,130 … [More]
SBA and Dept. of Veterans Affairs Join Forces to Promote Veteran Entrepreneurship
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the SBA’s Office of Veterans Business Development (OVBD) and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA). This partnership between OVBD and VBA will improve access to self-employment assistance and SBA training and counseling … [More]
Arizona Reactivates Greater Arizona Development Authority, Unlocking Millions in Infrastructure Financing for Rural and Tribal Communities
The Office of Economic Opportunity, and the Arizona Finance Authority (AFA) are announcing the reactivation of the Greater Arizona Development Authority (GADA) with a new round of financial assistance open as of August 1, 2024. GADA, established in 1997, is a financing program that leverages private financing to assist rural communities and Tribal governments with the … [More]
First Group of Phoenix Public Transit Hybrid Buses Hits the Road
As the Phoenix Public Transit Department continues working toward its zero-emissions bus fleet goal by 2040, the first group of hybrid buses have passed all tests and are now running on Phoenix roads. The buses use a combination of a hybrid-electric motor and batteries and a … [More]
