Casa Grande Ruins National Monument closed Christmas Day
CAC Foundation to Hold A Night of Stars in February
December 16, 2024 Central Arizona College Foundation to Hold A Night of Stars in February By Angela Askey, Executive Director Public Relations and MarketingPinal County, AZ – The Central Arizona College Foundation will host the annual A Night of Stars event on Friday, February 21, 2025, at Ak-Chin Elements Event Center at Ak-Chin Circle (16000 N Maricopa Rd., #200, Maricopa, AZ) to raise money for CAC’s scholarship programs, including Pinal Promise, that provide a high quality and affordable
CAC Partners with Epcor to Offer Wastewater Career Exploration Course
December 18, 2024 Central Arizona College Partners with Epcor to Offer Wastewater Career Exploration Course By EmmaLea Bittner, Coordinator Community & Continuing Education PINAL COUNTY, Ariz. – Central Arizona College (CAC) is proud to announce a new partnership with Epcor to launch an innovative Wastewater Career Exploration course, designed to introduce participants to the dynamic field of wastewater treatment and management. This eight-week course, sponsored by CAC in collaboration with
AZ Dept. of Revenue, Please Submit Your Return
Taxpayers can file now and schedule payments until the deadlineThe Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) reminds transaction privilege tax filer that monthly returns are due. Filing before the deadline is highly encouraged in the event assistance is required. Avoid the worry and hassle of mailing your return by using AZTaxes.gov, which is available nights and weekends to register, file, and pay online. Our online filing and paying service is free, fast, and easy — allowing payments to be scheduled
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory (Phoenix Area) Dec. 20, 2024-Jan. 06, 2025
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory (Phoenix Area) Dec. 20, 2024 - Jan. 6, 2025Hello and Happy Holidays from ADOT. This message brings good news that no full closures are scheduled along Phoenix-area freeways for construction or maintenance work over the next three weekends (Dec. 20-23, Dec. 27-30 and Jan. 3-6). ADOT is doing its part to help with holiday traffic. While some freeway work is possible at times, including on weeknights, no major restrictions are planned.No full closures along state
AZ Dept. of Revenue, December TPT Newsletter
Transaction Privilege Tax Changes and NewsDecember 2024What’s New | Reporting Guide | Rates | Quick Reference TWO WEEKS LEFT TO RENEW 2025 TRANSACTION PRIVILEGE TAX LICENSE The Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) reminds businesses they are required to renew their transaction privilege tax (TPT) license before January 1, 2025 to continue conducting business in Arizona. Penalties will be assessed for all renewals after January 31. Unrenewed licenses will not be canceled and will
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory 12/13-16/2024
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory (Phoenix Area) Dec. 13 - Dec. 16, 2024Hello from ADOT. No full freeway closures are scheduled for construction or maintenance work along Phoenix-area freeways this weekend (Dec. 13-16). Click the Weekend Travel Advisory Map for more information about these planned lane restrictions:East- and westbound I-10 narrowed to two or three lanes in areas between 40th Street and Baseline Road (Broadway Curve area) from 10 p.m. Friday to 4 a.m. Monday (Dec. 16).
AZ Dept. of Revenue, News and Anouncements, Get a Jump on the 2025 Tax Season
Get a Jump on the 2025 Tax Season with New Direct File Eligibility CheckerAn estimated 1.14 million Arizonans will have the option to file their taxes through Direct File this upcoming tax season, and now a new tool is available to verify eligibility. The program is expanding to include more tax types, deductions, and credits. Direct File is easy to use, seamless and free for eligible taxpayers. Taxpayers interested in learning if they are eligible to use Direct File during the 2025
AZ Dept. of Revenue, News and Announcements, Residential Rental Tax Changes
Residential Rental Tax Changes Coming in the New YearThe Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) announces the elimination of transaction privilege tax (TPT) applicable to the rental of real estate for residential purposes (residential rental) as of January 1, 2025. A.R.S. § 42-6004 (H) was amended to exempt residential rental TPT from being levied. Residential rental TPT is reported and collected under business code 045 for long-term lodging stays of 30 days or more. Next Steps for Property
ADOT Convenes Metro Planning Leaders to Advance Proposed Phoenix-Tucson Passenger Rail
ADOT Convenes Metro Planning Leaders to Advance Proposed Phoenix-Tucson Passenger RailCollaboration key to next steps in Corridor ID and Development Program PHOENIX – Today, the Arizona Department of Transportation announced an Executive Leadership Team to guide the continued study of potential passenger rail service between the Phoenix and Tucson metro areas. The group is composed of the Governor’s Office, ADOT and metropolitan planning organizations for Maricopa, Pima and Pinal counties: the
AZ Dept. of Revenue, News and Announcements, Simplify TPT License Renewals this Year
Simplify TPT License Renewals this YearThe Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) has a goal to help taxpayers reduce errors and streamline the Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) License renewal process by encouraging several proactive steps. Renewals are due January 1 and penalties will be assessed for all renewals after January 31. Enroll, file, and pay online via the AZTaxes.gov website for smooth renewals and quick processing. State law requires taxpayers with multiple business locations to renew
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory 12/6/2024
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory (Phoenix Area) Dec. 6-9, 2024Hello from ADOT. Our improvement project teams are not scheduling any full freeway closures in the Phoenix area this weekend (Dec. 6-9) to limit impacts with holiday season traffic. While some construction or maintenance work with temporary lane restrictions is possible along freeways, no closures are scheduled. Please stay alert when behind the wheel. Keep your speed in check, buckle up and avoid distractions. Eyes up, phones down. Never
December 2024 Chamber Chatter
December 2024 Chamber Chatter
FinCEN’s BOI Reporting Deadline: Coolidge, AZ Businesses Should File by 01/01/2025
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) requires businesses in Coolidge, AZ, to report Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) to FinCEN by January 1, 2025, to comply with federal regulations aimed at combating financial crimes. As of today, 11-26-2024, Coolidge business owners have 36 calendar days (or 27 business days) left to submit their BOI reports with FinCEN—act quickly to avoid $500-per-day fines! Key Steps for Compliance1. Determine if Your Business Must File Deadline: ASAPMost corporations,
ADOT Establishes Research Partnership with State Universities
ADOT establishes research partnership with state universitiesArizona Transportation Institute will foster innovation, engagement PHOENIX – A new research partnership between the Arizona Department of Transportation and the state’s three public universities will help keep ADOT at the forefront of innovation, nurture a new generation of transportation professionals and support Arizona’s economy. ADOT has entered into an agreement with the newly formed Arizona Transportation Institute
ADOT: No Highway closures over Thanksgiving Weekend Nov. 27- Dec 2, 2024
ADOT: No highway closures over Thanksgiving weekend (Nov. 27-Dec. 2)Drivers should focus on advance travel plans, safety and patience The Arizona Department of Transportation is working to ease travel conditions over Thanksgiving weekend by avoiding closures along highways, including what is expected to be a busy network of interstates across the state. ADOT and its contractors will not schedule any full construction or maintenance closures on state highways, including Phoenix-area freeways,
HubXpress Christmas Make a Wish/Grant a Wish
Casa Grande Ruins Closed for Thanksgiving
Pinal-Gila Council for Senior Citizens rebrands to Central Arizona Aging
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory (Phoenix) November 15-18, 2024
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory (Phoenix Area) November 15-18, 2024Hello from ADOT. Well, we won't have quite as many closures or restrictions along Phoenix-area freeways compared to other recent weekends. As always, we appreciate your patience and understanding about improvement projects that require weekend restrictions. We are approaching the holiday travel season when restrictions are much more limited. For this weekend (Nov. 15-18), click the Weekend Travel Advisory Map for more
ADOT Honored for Supporting Employees Who Serve in Guard, Reserves
DOT honored for supporting employees who serve in Guard, ReserveAgency recognized for being flexible with employees who serve in military TUCSON – On weekdays, they serve the public working on Arizona’s highways. On weekends and when called to duty, they serve the country through the National Guard and Reserves.This double duty can be challenging for service members who also work at the Arizona Department of Transportation, but it’s something ADOT works to ease by being supportive and flexible with
CAC Dual Enrollment Offers Opportunities for High School Students
November 14, 2024 Central Arizona College Dual Enrollment Offers Opportunities for High School Students By Angela Askey, Executive Director Public Relations and Marketing PINAL COUNTY, Ariz. – Central Arizona College offers various opportunities for high school students to earn college credits while still in high school, saving them both time and money. One of these is Dual Enrollment. During the spring and fall 2024 semesters, more than 130 Dual Enrollment classes were offered in 14 high
CAC Foundation Receives Sizeable Donation From Cypress Creek Renewable
October 31, 2024 Central Arizona College Foundation Receives Sizeable Donation From Cypress Creek Renewables By Angela Askey, Executive Director Public Relations and MarketingPINAL COUNTY, Ariz. – The Central Arizona College Foundation recently received a donation of $10,000 for Pinal Promise from Cypress Creek Renewables."We are delighted to provide this donation to the Pinal Promise program so that they can continue their good work providing scholarships to Pinal County students," said Stacy Gramazio,
Arizona Dept of Revenue, News and Announcements, November 2024
Notice to Start Transaction Privilege Tax License RenewalsNovember means the beginning of the Arizona Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) License renewals season for businesses. The Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) is opening up TPT License Renewal season early to give eager businesses the opportunity to renew early and move on with operations. Letters and emails are being sent to businesses to announce the opening of the renewal cycle for 2025 TPT licenses. Renewal Due DateThe due date to renew a TPT
November 2024 Chamber Chatter
November 2024 Chamber Chatter
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory (Phoenix Area) November 1-4, 2024
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory (Phoenix Area) November 1-4, 2024Hello from ADOT. Freeway improvement project work continues as we head into the first weekend of November. Click the Weekend Travel Advisory Map for more information about these and other closures or restrictions scheduled along Valley freeways this weekend (Nov. 1-4):Westbound US 60 (Superstition Freeway) closed between Loop 101 (Price Freeway) and I-10 in Tempe from 10 p.m. Friday to 7 p.m. Saturday (Nov. 2).Eastbound
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory October 25-28, 2024
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory (Phoenix Area) October 25-28, 2024Hello from ADOT. Yes, this IS a busy weekend for freeway closures or restrictions in the Phoenix area. We appreciate your patience as crews focus on getting work done before the annual holiday season limited restrictions period. Please check the list carefully (Click the Weekend Travel Advisory Map) to see where you might use alternate routes to avoid these and other restrictions for improvement projects (Oct.
AZ Dept of Revenue News and Announcements
Businesses Get Ready for Transaction Privilege Tax License Renewals The Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) will soon be mailing or emailing renewal notices to business owners advising them to renew their Arizona Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) License before January 1. Penalties may apply to renewals received after January 31.Please note that a Renewal Form will only be sent to paper filers. For AZTaxes users, an email and/or letter will be sent and a notice will be displayed on AZTaxes.gov as a
Strengthen Your Small Business by Legally Empowering Your Team
Hiring for a small business signifies a pivotal move toward new opportunities and growth. It brings a set of legal obligations that can seem overwhelming, especially for a business owner venturing into unfamiliar territory. Understanding these employment regulations is crucial to both protect your company and foster a healthy work environment. Navigating these rules ensures that your business remains compliant while promoting a positive atmosphere for your team. Handling these responsibilities with care
Breakfast with the Mayor Presentation October 24, 2024
Breakfast with the Mayor PresentationThank you to our sponsor:
AZ Dept of Revenue, TPT Filers Please Submit Your Return
Taxpayers can file now and schedule payments until the deadlineThe Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) reminds transaction privilege tax filer that monthly and quarterly returns are due. Filing before the deadline is highly encouraged in the event assistance is required. Avoid the worry and hassle of mailing your return by using AZTaxes.gov, which is available nights and weekends to register, file, and pay online. Our online filing and paying service is free, fast, and easy — allowing payments to
AZ Dept. of Revenue, October 2024 Newsletter
Transaction Privilege Tax Changes and NewsOctober 2024What’s New | Reporting Guide | Rates | Quick Reference GET READY FOR TPT RENEWALSADOR is preparing for the upcoming 2025 Arizona Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) License renewal season. Businesses will start to receive notifications to renew their license by January 1. Penalties may apply to renewals received after January 31. Please note that a Renewal Form will only be sent to paper filers. For e-filers, an email and/or letter will be sent and
Membership Luncheon October 2024
October 2024 Membership Luncheon PresentationPinal County's Transportation Maintenance and Improvement FundProposition 486 by Rina Rien and Paul Bentz
CAC Scholarship Established for Dr. Jani Attlebery Lifelong Learning Memorial
October 7, 2024 CAC Scholarships Available for Community and Continuing Education Students Beginning Fall 2025 By Angela Askey, Executive Director Public Relations and MarketingPINAL COUNTY, Ariz. – Recently, the Dr. Jani Attebery Lifelong Leaming Memorial Scholarship was established to support non-credit learners taking Community and Continuing Education courses at Central Arizona College.Dr. Jani Attebery was the former CAC Dean of Workforce who passed away on January 7, 2022. As an educator, Dr.
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory, October 4-7, 2024
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory (Phoenix Area) October 4-7, 2024Hello from ADOT. Click the Weekend Travel Advisory Map for more information about these and other closures or restrictions scheduled for freeway improvement projects this weekend (Oct. 4-7):: Westbound I-10 closed between the I-17 "Split" interchange near Sky Harbor Airport and the I-10 "Stack" interchange west of 19th Avenue from 9 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday (Oct. 7) for paving and signage work.Eastbound I-10 closed
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October 2024 Chamber Chatter
October 2024 Chamber Chatter
Celebrate Halloween with Upside Youth Advancement, Fun Friday Kids
Blood Drive, CAC Phi Theta Kappa Signal Peak Campus
September 24, 2024 Central Arizona College Phi Theta Kappa to Hold Blood Drive at Signal Peak Campus By Angela Askey, Executive Director Public Relations and MarketingPINAL COUNTY, Ariz. – Central Arizona College’s Phi Theta Kappa chapter will hold a blood drive at the Signal Peak Campus (8470 N. Overfield Rd., Coolidge, AZ 85128) on Monday, Oct. 21. The event, sponsored by Vitalant and Phi Theta Kappa (PTK), will begin at 9 a.m. and run until 1 p.m. The Vitalant Bloodmobile will be parked in the
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory 9/20-23/2024
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory (Phoenix Area) Sept. 20-23, 2024Hello from ADOT. Be sure to click the Weekend Travel Advisory Map for more information about these and other closures or restrictions scheduled for improvement projects along Phoenix-area freeways (Sept. 20-23):Westbound I-10 closed between Loop 202 (Santan Freeway) and US 60 (Superstition Freeway) from 10 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday (Sept. 23). Westbound US 60 narrowed to one lane approaching the I-10 transition.Northbound I-17
September 2024 Membership Luncheon Presentation
September 2024 Membership Luncheon Presentationby Zack Thompson and Claudia Granados
Central Arizona College Community Events Announces 2024-2025 Season
Central Arizona College Community Events Announces 2024-2025 Season Submitted By Stacey Seaman, Pence Center DirectorPINAL COUNTY, Ariz. – Central Arizona College (CAC) Community Events proudly announces its 2024-2025 season.With the ongoing closure and rebuilding of the Pence Center for the Arts at the college’s Signal Peak Campus, the 2024-25 Season highlights smaller local events that will be distributed between four of CAC’s campuses: Signal Peak Campus (SPC) in Coolidge, Maricopa Campus (MAR) in the
CAC Biology Professors Receive Grant Funding to Enhance Classroom Learning
CAC Biology Professors Receive Grant Funding to Enhance Classroom Learning By Angela Askey, Executive Director Public Relations and Marketing PINAL COUNTY, Ariz. – Through the ALRISE Alliance, Central Arizona College received $15,000 in grant funding to develop two Course-based Undergraduate Research Experiences (CUREs.) The funds supported work being done by two biology faculty, Dr. Majid Ghaninia and Dr. Sunjung Park.Dr. Ghaninia is in the developmental stages of a biology CURE focusing on plant
TPT Newsletter September 2024
Transaction Privilege Tax Changes and NewsSeptember 2024What’s New | Reporting Guide | Rates | Quick Reference NEW TPT LICENSE REQUIREMENT RULE FOR PERSONS UNDER 19 Effective September 14, 2024, persons under the age of 19 may operate a business without a transaction privilege tax (TPT) license if that business does not generate more than $10,000 in gross income in a calendar year. See Arizona Revised Statutes (A.R.S.) § 42-5045. Additionally, persons under the age of 19 and who operate a business
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory (Phoenix Area) Sept. 13-16, 2024Hello from ADOT. Please click the Weekend Travel Advisory Map for more information about these and other closures or lane restrictions for improvement projects along Phoenix-area freeways (Sept. 13-16):Westbound I-10 closed between SR 143 and the I-17 "Split" interchange near Sky Harbor Airport from 10 p.m. Friday to 4 a.m. Monday (Sept. 16).Southbound I-17 closed at Loop 303 in north Phoenix from 10 p.m. Friday
SRP Unveils 2023 Supplier Diversity Economic Impact Report
SRP Unveils 2023 Supplier Diversity Economic Impact Report, Showcasing Strong Economic Contributions Across ArizonaAugust20,2024 Salt River Project (SRP) has released its first-ever Supplier Diversity Economic Impact Report, highlighting substantial economic impacts in Arizona including $243.3 million in spending with diverse suppliers that bolstered local economies and supported thousands of jobs. The report underscores the utility’s robust economic contributions and dedication to fostering diverse
CAC Fundraising for ''The Braille Calculator Project''
Fundraising letter for My First Talking Calculator As parents, engineers, and advocates for STEM education, we believe every child should have access to technologies that will help them learn science and mathematics. That's why my husband, John Kerns, and I are working with a team of engineering students at Central Arizona College to develop the first single digit Braille calculator for children in kindergarten, first and second grades. My First Talking Calculator is unique to the needs of young
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory Sept 6-9, 2024
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory (Phoenix Area) Sept. 6-9, 2024Hello from ADOT. Improvement projects will require closures of several sections of Phoenix-area freeways this weekend (Sept. 6-9). Click the Weekend Travel Advisory Map for information about these and other scheduled freeway restrictions (and possible detours): Northbound I-17 closed at Jomax Road in north Phoenix from 10 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday (Sept. 9). Traffic will detour along the off- and on-ramps at Jomax Road. Allow
September 2024 Chamber Chatter
September 2024 Chamber Chatter
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory Aug 30th - Sept 3, 2024
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory (Phoenix Area) Aug. 30 - Sept. 3, 2024Hello from ADOT. We are not scheduling any full closures for construction or maintenance along state highways, including our interstates and Phoenix-area freeways, over the Labor Day weekend (Friday afternoon, Aug. 30 to Tuesday morning, Sept. 3). Click the Weekend Travel Advisory Map for more information related to highway safety.While no closures are scheduled, drivers should still allow extra travel time and use
CAC Young Americans For Freedom to Host '9/11 Never Forget Project' Ceremony
Central Arizona College Young Americans for Freedom to Host '9/11 Never Forget Project’ Ceremony By Angela Askey, Executive Director Public Relations and Marketing PINAL COUNTY, Ariz. – The Central Arizona College Young Americans for Freedom (YAF) chapter invites CAC students, faculty and staff as well as all Pinal County community citizens to attend the upcoming ‘9/11 Never Forget Project Ceremony at the Signal Peak Campus (8470 N Overfield Road, Coolidge, AZ). To commemorate the 23rd anniversary of
ADOT Seeks Input on Strategic Plans to Enhance Highway Safety
ADOT seeks input on strategic plans to enhance highway safetyPlease review draft proposals and comment by Friday, Sept. 6ADOT seeks input on strategic plans to enhance highway safetyPlease review draft proposals and comment by Friday, Sept. 6 PHOENIX – The Arizona Department of Transportation is seeking public input on a proposed update to its Strategic Highway Safety Plan and a draft of the state’s first Active Transportation Safety Action Plan, which aims to reduce pedestrian and bicyclist fatalities
August 2024 Membership Luncheon Presentation
August 2024 Membership Luncheon Presentation by Rick MillerView the presentation here
Pinal County Strong A Family Resource Event
Coolidge, Arizona has been recently featured in Business View Magazine
We are excited to announce that Coolidge, Arizona has been recently featured in Business View Magazine. The Feature is based on an interview between Mayor, Jon Thompson; City Manager, Rick Miller; Development Services Director, Gilbert Lopez and Business View Magazine's Writer, Veronica Enair as part of our series covering economic growth and best city practices. Business View Magazine is a global leader in multi‐platform Business to Business profiles, news and opinion with over 840,000 executive
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory (Phoenix Area)Aug. 16-19, 2024Hello from ADOT. Click the Weekend Travel Advisory Map for more information about these and other scheduled closures or lane restrictions for freeway improvement projects in the Phoenix area this weekend (Aug. 16-19):Westbound I-10 closed between Loop 202 (Santan/South Mountain freeways) and the I-17 "Split" interchange near Sky Harbor Airport from 10 p.m. Friday to 4 a.m. Monday (Aug. 19).Southbound I-17 closed at Jomax Road and also
ADOT Weekend Alert: Southbound I-17 Closed at Jomax Road
Weekend Alert: Southbound I-17 closed at Jomax Road in north Phoenix (Aug. 16-19) Pavement upgrades to close I-17 at Jomax Rd, lanes also restricted in area Southbound Interstate 17 will be closed at Jomax Road in north Phoenix this weekend for ongoing pavement improvement work, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation. The closure is scheduled from 9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 16, to 5 a.m. Monday, Aug. 19.Traffic will detour along the southbound I-17 off- and on-ramps at Jomax Road. Southbound I-17
Pinal County Coordinated Mobility Services Public Survey
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ADOT, Weekend I-17 Northbound closure
Plan for weekend I-17 northbound closure in north ValleyFollow posted route, not travel apps, off and on at Jomax Road PHOENIX – Drivers planning to use northbound Interstate 17 in the north Valley this weekend should budget extra time. A pavement improvement project is taking traffic off and back on at Jomax Road and reducing the freeway to one lane until Loop 303/Sonoran Desert Drive. The closure at Jomax Road using the off- and on-ramps and the lane restrictions are scheduled to begin at 10 p.m.
ADOT Plans Public Meeting on Proposed SR 347 Project
ADOT plans Aug. 15 public meeting on proposed SR 347 projectsSession will focus on improvements proposed between Maricopa and I-10 MARICOPA – The Arizona Department of Transportation will hold a public meeting Thursday, Aug. 15, to discuss and gather input on improvements proposed for State Route 347 between the city of Maricopa and Interstate 10. The meeting is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Maricopa Library and Cultural Center, Redwood Rooms A/B, 18160 N. Maya Angelou Drive, in Maricopa.
Achieve Pinal Needs Volunteers to be Reading Tutors
United Way Skilled Workforce Program Launched for Pinal County
Click here for Skilled Workforce Program Eligible FieldsClick here for Preparing for the Skilled Workforce Application
CAC Joins Other AZ Community Colleges in the Launch of ReadyTechGo
CAC Joins Other Arizona Community Colleges in the Launch of ReadyTechGo As part of the innovative ReadyTechGo network, Central Arizona College is committed to training students for in-demand tech jobs in Arizona PHOENIX – August 01, 2024 – The Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity announced today the launch of ReadyTechGo, a collection of Arizona colleges focused on training students for in-demand careers in advanced manufacturing. Central Arizona College (CAC) is one of the four founding colleges
Adot's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory Aug 2-5, 2024
View the Weekend Travel Advisory map in PDF format or visit our sitefor a complete listing of restrictions for this weekend.
Loop 202 Santan Freeway widening project scheduled to start Aug 9th
Loop 202 Santan Freeway widening project scheduled to start Aug. 9ADOT to add lanes between Loop 101 and Val Vista Drive The latest freeway widening project in the Phoenix area is scheduled to start Friday night, Aug. 9, in the southeast Valley, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation.The Loop 202 (Santan Freeway) Improvement Project will add new lanes and make interchange improvements along 8 miles of Loop 202 between Loop 101 (Price Freeway) and Val Vista Drive in Chandler and
August 2024 Chamber Chatter
August 2024 Chamber Chatter
ADOT MVD Offers Retailers New App for Mobile ID Age Verification
ADOT MVD today will enable mobile ID acceptance on iPhone with the Smart ID Verifier app. By using the Smart ID Verifier app, Arizona retailers can easily and securely accept mobile IDs in person to verify the ages of customers purchasing alcohol directly on their iPhones, no additional hardware needed. This new feature will bring Arizonans another way to use their mobile driver licenses. The Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division is partnering with the Arizona Department of Liquor
ADOT Weekend Alert: I-17 North Closure
A stretch of northbound Interstate 17 in north Phoenix is scheduled to be closed this weekend (Aug. 2-5) for ongoing pavement improvement work, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation. Drivers should allow extra time, consider traveling during non-peak morning or nighttime hours and stay on the designated detour route when northbound I-17 is closed between Happy Valley Road and Loop 303 from 10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2, to 5 a.m. Monday, Aug. 5. Traffic will detour on westbound Happy Valley
Breakfast with the Mayor July 25, 2024
Click here to view the presentation from the Breakfast with the Mayor. Thank you to our Sponsor
ADOT Safety drives highway closures during wildfire season
Safety drives highway closures during wildfire seasonADOT, Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management remind motorists that unplanned closures of highways are for safety of first responders, traveling public PHOENIX – It’s summer in Arizona and with that comes blistering heat and wildfires that can cause travelers delays when there’s an unplanned highway closure. During these highway closures, the Arizona Department of Transportation sometimes receives questions on social media that ask a
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory July 26-29, 2024
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory (Phoenix Area) July 26-29, 2024Hello from ADOT. Click the Weekend Travel Advisory Map for more information about these and other scheduled closures or restrictions for improvement projects along Phoenix-area freeways (July 26-29):Southbound Interstate 17 closed between Loop 303 and Happy Valley Road from 10 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday (July 29) for pavement improvement project. Check the map for additional ramp closures in the area.Northbound Loop 101
Desert Senita Community Health Center Provides Free Physicals
AZ Dept. of Revenue, TPT Filers: Please Submit Your Return
Taxpayers can file now and schedule payments until the deadlineThe Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) reminds transaction privilege tax filer that monthly and quarterly returns are due. Filing before the deadline is highly encouraged in the event assistance is required. Avoid the worry and hassle of mailing your return by using AZTaxes.gov, which is available nights and weekends to register, file, and pay online. Our online filing and paying service is free, fast, and easy — allowing payments to
Florence Copper News Flash
Florence Copper News Flash Florence Copper Donates $50,000 to Enhance Heritage Park Playgrounds Florence Copper is pleased to announce a donation of $50,000 to the Town of Florence to support the enhancement of the playgrounds at Heritage Park in Florence, Arizona. This donation will increase the overall project budget from $250,000 to $300,000 and is focused on supporting the inclusion of playground accessibility features for local youth with disabilities and special needs. The donation comes as
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory 7/19/2024
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory (Phoenix Area) July 19-22, 2024Hello from ADOT. Whether you're heading to WNBA All Star Weekend Events downtown or traveling elsewhere, allow extra travel time and click on our Weekend Travel Advisory Map for more information about these and other closures or restrictions for improvement projects along Phoenix-area freeways:Westbound I-10 closed between US 60 (Superstition Freeway) and the I-17 "Split" near Sky Harbor Airport from 10 p.m.
CAC Foundation to Host Golf Tournament Fundraiser
July 17, 2024 CAC Foundation to Host Golf Tournament Fundraiser By Angela Askey, Executive Director Public Relations and Marketing PINAL COUNTY, Ariz. – The Central Arizona College Foundation is hosting a golf tournament on Friday, Nov. 8, 2024. All proceeds raised will support the George Young Memorial Scholarship and the CAC Men's & Women's Track & Field teams. An 8 a.m. shotgun start will kick off the tournament at Mission Royale Golf Club (11 Mission Parkway, Casa Grande, AZ
ADOT unit recovers millions for incidents damaging state highways
ADOT unit recovers millions for incidents damaging state highways Insurance Recovery Team recouped $6.4 million during 2024 fiscal year PHOENIX – An Arizona Department of Transportation unit tasked with seeking insurance reimbursement when incidents cause damage to the state highway system recovered $6.4 million during the fiscal year that ended June 30. ADOT accomplishes this through its Insurance Recovery Team, which has a goal of saving Arizonans from bearing the cost of repairs when individuals or
AZ Dept. of Revenue, TPT Newsletter July 204
Transaction Privilege Tax Changes and NewsJuly 2024What’s New | Reporting Guide | Rates | Quick ReferenceNEW TRANSACTION PRIVILEGE TAX EMAIL NOTIFICATIONSThe Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) has implemented a new messaging feature from AZTaxes.gov. The automated email reminds transaction privilege tax (TPT) customers who have fallen behind on their tax obligations and may need to be prompted to file a return, pay a balance due, or renew their TPT license. Emailed messages are sent to the email address
ADOR Implements New Electronic Communications
ADOR Implements New Electronic Communications Method for TPT Accounts The Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) will now email notices to businesses who have missed filing a return, missed a payment, or need to renew their TPT license. This new implementation aims to better serve taxpayers by giving them another opportunity to diligently respond to a notice and reduce further penalties and interest. Email messages from ADOR will never ask for any confidential information (social security number,
AZ Dept. of Revenue, Annual Bond Exemption Lapses
Annual Bond Exemption Lapses July 31 The Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) informs construction contractors that the Annual Bond Exemption program began its run on July 1, and expires on July 31. ADOR does not issue paper Annual Bond Exemption Certificates to in-state contractors in good standing. Instead, the Department provides an electronic listing of qualified exempt contractors to each city and town on August 1. An Annual Bond Exemption provides documentation for city building
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory, July 3-8, 2024
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory (No Scheduled Closures)July 3-8, 2024Hello from ADOT. No construction or maintenance closures are scheduled along state highways over the extended Independence Day weekend (July 3-8). Click the Weekend Travel Advisory Map for more information. Please focus on safety if you're behind the wheel as the summer travel season continues.Get adequate rest before heading out on a road trip. Check your vehicle, including tire pressure and engine fluid levels.Expect
July 2024 Chamber Chatter
July 2024 Chamber Chatter
ADOT: No Highway Closures over the July Fourth Weekend
ADOT: No state highway closures over the July Fourth weekendDrivers should stay alert, allow extra time, buckle up and not speed There’s good news for drivers planning road trips over the Independence Day weekend this year. The Arizona Department of Transportation says no construction closures are scheduled on state highways from Wednesday afternoon, July 3, to Monday morning, July 8.While ADOT focuses on giving motorists a break from closures for improvement projects over the holiday weekend, drivers in
Candidate Forum for City Council Video
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ADOR Delivers Options to those struggling to Pay Individual Tax
ADOR Delivers Options to those Struggling to Pay Individual TaxThe Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) is currently sending bill notices to taxpayers with an unpaid individual income tax liability for the 2023 tax year. For individuals who cannot afford to pay their individual income tax liability in full, ADOR offers a couple of options to help make payments.Payment PlanA payment plan is an arrangement with ADOR to pay tax debt incrementally within an agreed upon timeframe. Taxpayers can quickly and
Clothing Drive for CUSD by the Elks Lodge 2350
The Elk's Lodge is collecting new clothes and shoes until 7/15 for children ages 7-16 for the Coolidge Unified School. We are going to build a closet for those kids to pick from come the new school year. They are eligible based on the McKinney-Vento Act standards Please help these kids get a good start to a new school year. Stop at the lodge for ideas or simply pick items up and drop them off. No red or blue t-shirts, spaghetti straps, or short shorts. Crew socks are best. Monetary donations
TPT Filers: Please Submit Your Return, AZ Dept of Revenue
Taxpayers can file now and schedule payments until the deadlineThe Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) reminds transaction privilege tax filer that monthly returns are due. Filing before the deadline is highly encouraged in the event assistance is required. Avoid the worry and hassle of mailing your return by using AZTaxes.gov, which is available nights and weekends to register, file, and pay online. Our online filing and paying service is free, fast, and easy — allowing payments to be scheduled
ADOT Virtual Meeting on Electric Vehicle Charging Plan
Virtual public meeting July 10 on electric vehicle charging plan update ADOT proposes adding nine highway segments to planned network PHOENIX – The Arizona Department of Transportation is seeking public input on a proposed update to its Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Deployment Plan that would add nine state highway segments to a planned network of fast-charging stations. The virtual meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 10, on the proposal to add the following to a list that currently includes
AZ State Transportation Board OKs 5 Year Construction Program Update
State Transportation Board OKs five-year construction program updateADOT’s focus: upgrading pavement and bridges, improving major corridors PHOENIX – The State Transportation Board has approved the 2025-2029 Five-Year Transportation Facilities Construction Program, which emphasizes pavement and bridge improvements and expanding several key highways.The final 2025-2029 Five-Year Transportation Facilities Construction Program is available for review at azdot.gov/FiveYearProgram.The $8.2 billion program puts a
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June 2024 Membership Luncheon Presentations
June 2024 Membership Luncheon Presentations Please click here for Kevin Connors presentation. Kevin is with CAC SBDC and his contact information is kevin.connors@centralaz.edu and scan the QR codes for more information from Robert Theobald's presentation with Arizona Commerce Authority. Contact information is SmallBiz@azcommerce.com and phone number is 602-845-1295
TPT Newsletter, AZ Dept. of Revenue
Transaction Privilege Tax Changes and NewsJune 2024What’s New | Reporting Guide | Rates | Quick ReferenceTPT 2023 ELECTRONIC ANNUAL ESTIMATED TAX PAYMENTAnnual estimated tax payment of transaction privilege, telecommunications services excise, and county excise taxes are required if:Combined tax liability for transaction privilege, telecommunications services excise, and county excise taxes in the preceding calendar year was $4,100,000 or more, orIf you reasonably anticipate a liability for such taxes of
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory June 14-17, 2024
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory (Phoenix Area) June 14-17, 2024Hello from ADOT. Click the Weekend Travel Advisory Map for more information about these and other scheduled closures or lane restrictions for improvement projects along Phoenix-area freeways (June 14-17):Northbound Loop 101 (Pima Freeway) closed between Shea Boulevard and Pima Road/Princess Drive in north Scottsdale from 10 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday (June 17).I-10 narrowed in both directions in areas near the Broadway Curve
Summer Hours, Pinal County Historical Museum
ADOT, SR 87 Skousen Road intersection reconstruction
ADOT to reconstruct SR 87/Skousen Road intersection in CoolidgeNew signal and lanes will improve safety, traffic flowCOOLIDGE – The Arizona Department of Transportation is starting a project Wednesday, June 19, to improve safety and traffic flow at the intersection of State Route 87 and Skousen Road in northwest Coolidge.The project will reconstruct the intersection, which is about a mile west of the Casa Grande Ruins National Monument, while adding a traffic signal and lighting.Construction also
ADOT - Globe Pavement Improvement Project
Pavement improvement project to begin on US 60 north of GlobeExpect lane restrictions, delays starting Monday, June 17 GLOBE – The Arizona Department of Transportation is advising motorists to plan for lane restrictions and delays for a pavement improvement project on US 60 north of Globe that is scheduled to begin Monday, June 17. The project will span 8 miles of US 60 from mileposts 278-286 and will involve milling the top layer of existing pavement, then installing a chip seal and
June 2024 Chamber Chatter
June 2024 Chamber Chatter
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Advisory 6/7-10/ 2024
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory (Phoenix Area) June 7-10, 2024Hello from ADOT. Please plan ahead for a major closure of northbound I-17 between Happy Valley Road and Loop 303 this weekend. Consider traveling before the closure starts at 10 p.m. Friday. Click the Weekend Travel Advisory Map for more information about these weekend closures for freeway improvement projects:Northbound I-17 closed between Happy Valley Road and Loop 303 from 10 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday (June 10) for pavement
ADOT Alert: Northbound I-17 closed this weekend in North Phoenix
ADOT Alert: Northbound Interstate 17 closed this weekend in north PhoenixConsider traveling earlier or later during closure from Happy Valley Road to Loop 303 PHOENIX – Northbound Interstate 17 is scheduled to be closed this weekend (June 7-10) between Happy Valley Road and Loop 303 in north Phoenix for pavement improvement work, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation.Drivers should allow extra time, consider traveling during non-peak morning or nighttime hours and stay on the designated
State Route 87 at Skousen Road Intersection Improvement Project
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory (Phoenix area) 5/31 - 6/3, 2024
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory (Phoenix Area) May 31-June 3, 2024Hello from ADOT. Please click the Weekend Travel Advisory Map for more information about scheduled improvement-project closures and suggestions about alternate routes this weekend (May 31-June 3). Allow extra time and consider traveling during non-peak early morning or overnight hours. Southbound I-17 closed between Loop 303 and Happy Valley Road from 10 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday (June 3). Primary Detour: Exit I-17 to westbound
ADOT Alert: Plan for Southbound I-17 closure
ADOT Alert: Plan for southbound I-17 weekend closure south of Loop 303Stay on detour route, which follows Loop 303, local streets A busy stretch of southbound Interstate 17 in north Phoenix is scheduled to be closed this weekend (May 31-June 3) for pavement improvement work, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation.Drivers should allow extra travel time and stay on the designated detour route while southbound I-17 is closed between Loop 303 and Happy Valley Road from 10 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m.
ADOT Memorial Day Weekend Advisory
The ADOT Memorial Day Weekend Advisory (No scheduled closures) May 24-27, 2024Hello from ADOT. No full closures are scheduled along state highways, including Phoenix-area freeways, over the Memorial Day weekend. Click the Weekend Travel Advisory Map for highway safety tips. Please be an alert, patient driver.Be prepared for hot or "very warm" weather in many areas. Check your vehicle, including tire pressure.Buckle up, obey speed limits and pack an emergency kit. That should include extra drinking
TPT Filers: Please Submit Your Return
Taxpayers can file now and schedule payments until the deadlineThe Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) reminds transaction privilege tax filer that monthly returns are due. Filing before the deadline is highly encouraged in the event assistance is required. Avoid the worry and hassle of mailing your return by using AZTaxes.gov, which is available nights and weekends to register, file, and pay online. Our online filing and paying service is free, fast, and easy — allowing payments to be scheduled
News Release: 5/17/2024 ADOT's Weekend Travel Advisory
ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory (Phoenix Area) May 17-20, 2024Drivers should be aware of the following restrictions: Northbound I-17 closed between Loop 303 and State Route 74 from 10 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday (May 20)Northbound Loop 101 (Price Freeway) closed between US 60 (Superstition Freeway) and Loop 202 (Red Mountain Freeway) from 9 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday (May 20)Eastbound US 60 (Superstition Freeway) closed between I-10 and Mill Avenue in Tempe from 10 p.m. Friday to 4
News Release: TPT Newsletter May 2024
Transaction Privilege Tax Changes and NewsMay 2024What’s New | Reporting Guide | Rates | Quick Reference TPT 2023 ELECTRONIC ANNUAL ESTIMATED TAX PAYMENTAnnual estimated tax payment of transaction privilege, telecommunications services excise, and county excise taxes are required if:Combined tax liability for transaction privilege, telecommunications services excise, and county excise taxes in the preceding calendar year was $4,100,000 or more, orIf you reasonably anticipate a liability for such taxes of
May 2024 Membership Luncheon Presentation
Please click here to view the luncheon presentation by Aaron Moon with ARIZONA@WORK Pinal County
News Release: 5/15/2024,ADOT, Reminder: US 60 closures between Superior, Miami begin May 16, 2024
Reminder: US 60 closures between Superior, Miami begin May 16Highway to close three days a week for bridge replacement project SUPERIOR – The Arizona Department of Transportation reminds motorists who travel on US 60 between Miami and Superior to plan ahead for about six months of three times-a-week daytime closures starting Thursday, May 16. This start date is one day later than originally announced for a project involving rock blasting as work begins to replace the Queen Creek and Waterfall Canyon
News Release: 05/15/2024, ADOT Public Hearing scheduled, Tentative Five-Year Construction Program
Public hearing scheduled May 17 for ADOT’s Tentative Five-Year Construction ProgramADOT’s proposed 2025-2029 focus: upgrading pavement, improving major corridors PHOENIX – The Arizona Department of Transportation will hold a public hearing on Friday, May 17, on the agency’s recommended statewide program of construction projects for the next five years.The in-person and virtual hearing on the 2025-2029 Tentative Five-Year Transportation Facilities Construction Program is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m.
May 2024 Chamber Chatter
May 2024 Chamber Chatter
Adobe Acrobat AI Assistant: All You Have to Do Is Ask Acrobat’s Generative AI Document & PDF Tool
Adobe Acrobat has long been an invaluable tool for business owners, entrepreneurs, and employees all over the world thanks to its wide array of PDF generation and editing tools. Now, Acrobat AI Assistant offers new benefits for businesses of all sizes. Acrobat AI Assistant’s revolutionary software can transform your business with its incredible features: Data Extraction: Extracting data from documents is crucial for tasks like compiling financial reports and analyzing market trends. The AI
SRP Announces Support From Apple For Resilient Water & Forest Initiative
Salt River Project (SRP) announced last week that Apple has joined as a partner supporting SRP’s Resilient Water and Forest Initiative, part of a continuing effort to ensure water resiliency. The company will support the initiative’s restoration of nearly 30,000 acres of forests over the next 10 years, helping strengthen a critical water supply for Central Arizona communities, including the Town of Payson and the Phoenix metropolitan area.The project centers around the strategic thinning of forests located
News Release: Tucson Veterans Find Way to Serve
State of the City Presentation 2024
Please click here to view the State of the City presentation
SRP Ensuring Reliable, Affordable and Sustainable Power and Water
April 2024 Chamber Chatter
April 2024 Chamber Chatter
Pinal County Preserving Our Future
Click here for more informationwww.PreservingPinal.com
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March 2024 Membership Luncheon Presentation
Click here to view the March luncheon presentation by Lisa Garrison with APS.
March 2024 Chamber Chatter
March 2024 Chamber Chatter
February 2024 Chamber Chatter
February 2024 Chamber Chatter
January 2024 Chamber Chatter
January 2024 Chamber Chatter
December 2023 Luncheon Presentation
Please click here to view the luncheon presentation by Sandra Martinez, Senior Crime Analyst with the Coolidge Police Department.
Meta Teams up with SRP and Orsted to Support Data Center with Clean Energy
Meta Teams up with SRP and Ørsted to Support Data Center with Clean Energy from New Solar and Battery ProjectMeta and SRP customers will benefit from the solar and stored energy from Eleven Mile Solar Center in Pinal County December 11, 2023 Today, Meta announced its Mesa data center will soon be supported by new solar energy from Salt River Project (SRP) through a contract with a leading U.S. clean energy provider, Ørsted. Under the contract, Meta will receive the majority portion of the solar energy
Coolidge Made the List as One of the Best Small Towns in the U.S. for Retirees!
Travel + LeisureBy Patricia Doherty There's something about small towns that inspires nostalgia and the feeling that past traditions are still thriving. Many retirees look for that atmosphere, whether it recalls their own history or a long-imagined ideal place to settle down. There are also practical reasons to move to a small town upon retirement, including affordability, safety, wellness, culture, and comfort. Although not every town offers the ideal combination of these factors, there are many that
November 2023 Chamber Chatter
November 2023 Chamber Chatter
Social Media Workshop Presentation
Please click here to view the Social Media Workshop Presentation.
