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The importance of Phoenix-Tucson rail passenger service
The Arizona Department of Transportation’s Phoenix-Tucson Passenger Rail Study is entering its final phase. Starting with a list of 17 route segment alternatives, ADOT has narrowed the list to three.
Surprising many, use of public transportation is way up in Arizona
Eight words many Arizonans thought they would never hear: “Public transportation in Arizona is exceeding ridership expectations.” While the last nine years have seen Arizonans, on average, drive fewer miles each year, transit agencies across our state have seen record ridership.
After 33 years, class-action suit seeking care for the seriously mental ill comes to a successful end
In 1980, local mental health experts came together to draft what became known as Senate Bill 1057, a proposed statute intended to create a responsive and accessible community-based system for persons with serious mental illness.
Washington: Keep traffic speeding along the Information Superhighway
The remarkable growth of the Internet over the last 20 years has largely been driven by technological advances, but proposed regulations threaten to put the brakes on this communications medium that has been a boon to business and consumers alike.
Vote No on Prop. 480; It’s expensive and unwise
In a recent Arizona Capitol Times commentary, advocates peddled support for Proposition 480, the county hospital bond proposal. It was revealing that the advocates left out the most important piece of information about the proposal; the price tag. This wasn’t an oversight but rather a clear recognition that the overwhelming cost of the proposal is impossible to justify.
Arizona Fallen Firefighter Memorial to feature bell tower, life size statues
In May 2013, Gov. Jan Brewer signed House Bill 2136, sponsored by Rep. Bob Robson, authorizing the construction of a statewide memorial on Wesley Bolin Plaza to commemorate the loss of 104 firefighters and paramedics in Arizona since 1902. A polished black granite wall will surround most of the site with firefighter names, dates and departments engraved in its slanted top.
Innovation key to improving Arizona’s education system
Forbes recently released its 2014 list of the world’s most innovative companies, and once again, the lineup is impressive. Whether or not you agree with the selections, the impact these companies are having — sometimes on entire industries — is undeniable.
Because water is both priceless and free, defining its value is a paradox
Increased awareness of water scarcity at a global scale has driven efforts to establish a common definition of water’s value. Calls to price water based on its “real value” encounter the problem that there exists no generally accepted formula to determine such a value.
Why is Maricopa County prosecuting, mistreating my mentally ill sister?
Moving to Maricopa County in May 2013 turned out to be tragic for my 51-year-old sister, Jewel Ewing.
Bartle: Disappointed, excited, thankful after loss
Running for office is an experience wrought with many emotions. The morning after losing in my bid to represent you in the Arizona Senate, here are mine.
State and local anti-immigration efforts are unmitigated failures
This year marks nearly a decade of my involvement in pushing for sensible immigration policies and reform in Arizona and across the U.S. I’ve seen and learned a lot.
When students drop out, we all miss out
The business community is united in its support for higher academic standards in Arizona’s education system so our graduates are prepared for a career or a higher educational opportunity. A strong education system is the foundation of a strong work force, which contributes to a strong economy.
