Regional Community Partners, the nonprofit arm of the Maricopa Association of Governments, received $500,000 in grant funding from the JPMorgan Chase Foundation to support local governments in the development and preservation of housing people can afford. During the last 10 years, the Phoenix metropolitan region has lost 86 percent of rental units that are less than $1,000 a … [More]
Phoenix Announces Non-Residential Financial Incentives to Remove Non-Functional Grass
The Phoenix Water Services Department is launching new financial incentives to help non-residential customers conserve water and save money by removing non-functional grass and converting to desert landscaping. Non-residential customers can begin the application process by visiting the … [More]
SBA Announces Empower to Grow, a Training Program to Enhance Small Disadvantaged Business Contract Readiness
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced a slate of major improvements to the implementation of the agency’s popular 7(j) Management and Technical Assistance program. These changes – launched under a new name, Empower to Grow (E2G) – include significant upgrades to the program’s core services and are designed to deliver on the SBA’s commitment under the … [More]
$95 Million Federal Grant for I-10 Expansion South of Phoenix Announced
Governor Katie Hobbs announced that Arizona will receive a $95 million INFRA grant from the US Department of Transportation for major improvements to widen Interstate 10. The grant was awarded to improve the safety and conditions on the 26-mile stretch of the I-10 located entirely within the boundaries of the Gila River Indian Community. The I-10 corridor is a main corridor for … [More]
Annual Homelessness Count Takes Place Tomorrow, Jan. 23
2024 Point in Time homelessness count provides data snapshot; volunteers still needed
Hundreds of volunteers will scan alleys, parks, riverbeds, streets, doorways, and other areas January 23, 2024, in an annual effort to count the number of people experiencing homelessness in the region at a specific point in time. The count, which is coordinated by the Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG), provides a one-night snapshot of the number of men, … [More]
SBA Marks One-Year Anniversary of Veteran Small Business Certification Program
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) marks the one-year anniversary of the agency accepting applications through the Veteran Small Business Certification (VetCert) program, the SBA’s primary certification vehicle to expand federal contracting opportunities for all Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs) and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs). This … [More]
Coalition of Business Industry Leaders Urge State Legislators to Continue Arizona Commerce Authority
The Arizona Chamber of Commerce & Industry, joined by a coalition of more than 100 business leaders and growing throughout the state, today sent a letter to Arizona legislators expressing strong support for the continuation of the Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA). The agency, established by former Gov. Jan Brewer in 2010 in an effort to revamp the state’s economic … [More]
Governor Announces $89M for New Affordable Housing and Homeless Response
Governor Katie Hobbs and the Arizona Department of Housing (ADOH) have awarded $40 million in grants statewide from the newly-created Homeless Shelter and Services (HSS) Fund to provide shelter and other services to people experiencing homelessness. From day one, Governor Hobbs has demonstrated a commitment to investing in Arizona communities and supporting those in need. These … [More]
Mesa Unveils Arizona’s First All-Electric North American Style Fire Truck
Mesa’s all-electric fire truck is officially in service. The pumper truck, stationed at Fire Station 221 in southeast Mesa, will reduce toxin exposure for firefighters as part of the Mesa Fire and Medical Department’s commitment to implementing cutting-edge health and safety practices. The truck, manufactured by E-ONE, a subsidiary of REV Group, Inc., is the first fully … [More]
Their Take: NFIB State Director Discusses New Reporting Requirements for Small Business Owners
In a conversation with ABC 15’s Ben Brown, NFIB State Director Chad Heinrich discussed new beneficial ownership reporting requirements for small business owners, which took effect January 1, 2024. Under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), more than 32 million businesses will be required to report information about their business and business owners to a new federal database … [More]
Governor Announces Plan for Arizona’s Controversial School Voucher Program
Governor Katie Hobbs announced her plan to increase accountability and transparency in the ESA voucher program that is projected to cost the state nearly $1 billion in the current fiscal year. The plan, which will be introduced in the upcoming legislative session and executive budget, will increase student safety, promote financial accountability, and hold private schools … [More]
Arizona Corporation Commission Announces a New Federal Reporting Requirement under the Corporate Transparency Act
The Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) is committed to supporting and facilitating business operations in Arizona. In line with this commitment and our ongoing efforts to keep business owners well-informed, the ACC wishes to inform you about a significant new reporting requirement effective from January 1, 2024. The United States Congress has passed the Corporate … [More]
Samsung to Bring Mobile ID to Samsung Wallet in Arizona
IDEMIA, the global leader in secure identity solutions and the U.S. digital credential market, today announced the launch of mobile driver's licenses and state IDs to Samsung Wallet in Arizona, in collaboration with the Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division (AZ MVD) and Samsung. Starting today, Arizona residents can add their driver's license or state ID … [More]
ADOT to Launch Loop 101 Widening Project in Scottsdale in January
Two-year project will add lanes between Shea Boulevard and Princess Drive
A project to add new lanes and make interchange improvements along Loop 101 (Pima Freeway) between Shea Boulevard and Princess Drive/Pima Road in Scottsdale is scheduled to start in early January, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation. The $108 million Loop 101 Improvement Project is scheduled to be completed in approximately two … [More]
Launch of First Hispanic and Black-Owned Public Affairs Firm
Firm to Elevate Public Affairs in Arizona with Unique and Inclusive Approach
Joe Barba Devin Del Palacio Insight Strategies LLC announces its establishment as Arizona’s first Hispanic and Black-owned public affairs firm, bringing a novel and inclusive perspective to the sector. At the helm are Joe Barba and Devin Del Palacio, whose vast experiences in community development and public affairs form the foundation of this innovative … [More]
Governor Announces Federal Grant to Study Potential Restart of Daily Passenger Rail Between Phoenix and Tucson
Governor Katie Hobbs announced Arizona has received a $500,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation to continue studying the potential of restarting Amtrak service between Phoenix and Tucson. The federal funding builds on $3.5 million state leaders committed for planning of passenger rail service. “I am thrilled to deliver this critical funding for Arizonans,” said … [More]
Governor’s Bipartisan Water Policy Council Delivers Critical Recommendations to Protect Arizona’s Water Security
The Governor’s Water Policy Council submitted a suite of recommendations to Governor Hobbs to protect the state’s water future and address challenges in urban and rural Arizona. The Council’s submission includes proposals to close loopholes to protect consumers throughout Arizona and improve Arizona’s Assured Water Supply Program to promote sustainable growth and responsible … [More]
Statewide Utilities Provide Grants to Support Economic Development, Operations & Training in Coal Plant Communities
Five organizations serving Arizona communities impacted by the transition away from coal-fired power plants were selected this fall to receive a cumulative total of over $134,000 in economic development grants from the Utilities’ Grant Funding Program. The program provides critical support to communities near impacted coal plants to develop new, sustainable … [More]
