News, Safe and Smart Travel MAG Recognized for Outstanding Contributions in Emerging Technologies Creating a safer and easier commute in the region is the greatest reward for MAG team members working on emerging technologies projects. Still, it also is gratifying when hard work is recognized by your professional peers. ITS Read More
General News, MAGAZine, Safe and Smart Travel, Transportation, Video MAG Matters: Improving Traffic Safety Throughout the Region with Emerging Technology Traffic across the Valley has grown along with the size of our population. Congestion and long commute times are now part of the daily routine. MAG partners with public and private agencies to test which emerging technologies will help improve safety and efficiency on the road. Prop 400, Safety, Transportation, MAG Matters Read More
General News, MAGAZine, News, Safe and Smart Travel, Transportation Northern Parkway Celebrated During Full Opening A choreographed click of scissors and falling white ribbon celebrated the full opening of Northern Parkway in El Mirage October 25, marking a milestone in a project that helps complete a promise made to voters under Proposition 400. Prop 400 Read More
General News MAG Remembers Keno Hawker Along with a penchant for fun, adventure and chocolate, former Mesa Mayor Keno Hawker leaves a legacy of transportation advocacy that forever shaped the Valley’s transportation system. Mesa Read More
Aging, General News, Quality of Life Living Longer Starts with Stronger Connections Conference Highlights the Importance of Creating Age-Friendly Communities. Age of Connections, the first-ever hybrid conference on creating age-friendly communities hosted by Age-Friendly Arizona. Age Friendly Arizona, Conference, Aging Read More
Environment and Sustainability, Environmental, General News Region Reclassified for Ozone Pollution The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a final determination Sept. 16 that moves the region up the severity ladder for ozone pollution, reclassifying the region from “marginal” to “moderate” nonattainment. Environment, Ozone, Pollution, Air Quality Read More
Economic Development, Economy and Growth, News Economic and Housing Boon Fuels Regional Growth Rapid Rise in Jobs and Home Prices Show Troubling Trend. One person moves to the Valley every six minutes. Those changes have altered the region’s population, economy, and housing markets. Economic Growth, Housing, RAD Read More
Economic Development, Economy and Growth, News Arizona, Mexico Leaders Discuss Trade, Transportation Arizona and Sonora, Mexico, share opportunities to strengthen the economies of both states. The 9th Annual Ari-Son Council Meeting demonstrated how much the two states need and depend on each other for success. Economic Growth, Mexico, Sonora, Ari-Son Council Read More
General News, Quality of Life, Safe and Smart Travel, Transportation Safely Crossing Again - School Crossing Guards Attend In-Person MAG Regional Training More than 100 crossing guards recently gathered to learn essential skills to help children safely get to and from school every day. The Regional School Crossing Guard Training Workshop is sponsored by the Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG). Safety, Crossing Guard Training, School Read More
Economic Development, Economy and Growth, General News Boosting the Economic Impact of Canadian Snowbirds in Arizona Federal bill would extend visitor stays up to 240 days. Trying to escape freezing winters, Canadian snowbirds flock to the United States in search of warmer weather. Arizona is a prime destination for these Canadian visitors. Read More