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 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,
November 2024 Chamber Chatter
November 2024 Chamber Chatter
AZ Dept. of Revenue, Don't Get Spooked by a Ghost Tax Preparer
Don’t Get Spooked by a Ghost Tax PreparerThe Arizona Department of Revenue cautions taxpayers to be aware and don’t get haunted by “ghost” prepared returns this Halloween season or any time of the year.A ghost preparer is someone who is paid to prepare a tax return, but does not sign it or include other necessary information to identify themselves. ADOR warns taxpayers that if a preparer won't state their name on the tax return, it could be a possible scam.By not providing the required information, it will
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
Breakfast with the Mayor Presentation October 24, 2024
Breakfast with the Mayor PresentationThank you to our sponsor:
October 2024 Chamber Chatter
October 2024 Chamber Chatter
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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
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
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
September 2024 Chamber Chatter
September 2024 Chamber Chatter
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
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 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
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
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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
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
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
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
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
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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
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
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.
May 2024 Membership Luncheon Presentation
Please click here to view the luncheon presentation by Aaron Moon with ARIZONA@WORK Pinal County
News Release: Tucson Veterans Find Way to Serve
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
