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Report reveals strong impact of military bases, operations on employment
Close to one out of every 40 jobs in the state is due to the fact that Arizona has multiple military bases and operations. And while that's a lower percentage than when the study was first done in 2000 -- and lower in the absolute number of people employed related to the military -- a new report shows that the financial effects have nearly tripled over the same period.
GOP members reject housing department nominee due to claims of plagiarism
A Senate panel voted Thursday to reject the governor’s pick to lead the state housing department – largely due to accusations that she is a serial plagiarist.
Historic mining town backs copper project on land Native American groups say is sacred
Competing interests have ignited a tug of war between Superior, a town of about 3,000 people who want a huge copper mine built there for its economic benefits, and Native American groups that consider the land sacred and are fighting to protect it from disturbance.
Business adding over 600 new jobs with help from Biden’s investments
Thanks to President Joe Biden’s investments in American semiconductor manufacturing, we anticipate that we’ll be able to create up to 800 new jobs in our community over the next decade.
Hobbs signs first bill after bipartisan support
Gov. Katie Hobbs signed her first bill into law on Friday, a measure that will allow cities to set up a fast-track development approval process for some building proposals.
Industrial Development Authority committed to its non-profit mission
In its last two regular meetings, the Arizona Industrial Development Authority approved conduit revenue bond issues for 16 projects, including three new charter schools and 13 multifamily apartments that will... […]
Booming economy brings jobs, a vibrant lifestyle, to Arizona
In just a few years, new business and higher education centers have emerged downtown along with many more housing and entertainment options and a soon-to-be-completed new grocery outlet in the center of the city. In cities across the state, the downtown area no longer goes dark after 5 p.m., but is a place where people live, work and socialize throughout the day.
Ending tax subsidies won’t mean an end to development
Fair treatment for all taxpayers and letting the market develop itself seems like a no brainer, but in the world of municipal economic development, it’s rare.
Early ballots arrive with pro-business voting opportunities
The choices that will decide the direction of our country, state and economy are being made right now. The most important thing we, as residents of Arizona and citizens of the United States, can do is cast our voice into the process.
The governor prevented irreparable harm to Arizona by vetoing HB2568
One of Arizona’s greatest economic assets is the availability of land. But access to that land is limited by our lack of infrastructure. Developers have long sought additional tools to provide infrastructure to make that land even more valuable.
In slap to lawmakers, Ducey vetoes ‘bad’ water bills
Gov. Doug Ducey today vetoed two measures that could ease water-supply requirement for developers.
Water decisions should return to city council where they belong
Water is the lifeblood of our communities. This natural resource nourishes every aspect of Arizona, from our people to our economy. As Governor Ducey has outlined, water requires a proactive and pragmatic approach with local consultation to ensure that each of the 22 water planning areas across Arizona are being effectively managed and protected.
