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ADOT - Drivers traveling on I-10 through the Wild Horse Pass Corridor should plan for overnight lane restrictions the week of May 24-30

Drivers traveling on I-10 through the Wild Horse Pass Corridor should plan for overnight lane restrictions the week of May 24-30The Arizona Department of Transportation advises motorists traveling on Interstate 10 through the Wild Horse Pass Corridor to plan for the following overnight lane restrictions during the week of May 24-30. Westbound I-10 will be restricted to one lane from SR 387/Pinal Ave/SR 187 to Gas Line Road (Mileposts 185-178) nightly from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. starting Tuesday, May 26, and

ADOT - Drivers traveling on I-10 through the Wild Horse Pass Corridor should plan for an overnight lane restriction Fri., May 22 to Sat., May 23

Drivers traveling on I-10 through the Wild Horse Pass Corridor should plan for an overnight lane restriction Fri., May 22 to Sat., May 23The Arizona Department of Transportation advises motorists traveling on Interstate10 through the Wild Horse Pass Corridor should plan for an overnight lane restriction Friday, May 22 through Saturday., May 23 as crews conduct repair work. Eastbound I-10 will be restricted to one lane at milepost 182.5, east of the Sacaton rest area, at 10 p.m. Friday, May 22 through 1

ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory (Phoenix Area) May 22-25, 2026 (Memorial Day Weekend)

ADOT's Weekend Freeway Travel Advisory (Phoenix Area)May 22-25, 2026 (Memorial Day Weekend)   Hello from ADOT. No full construction closures are scheduled on state highways, including Phoenix and Tucson freeways, over Memorial Day weekend. Please drive with safety in mind as the summer travel season starts across Arizona.Click the Weekend Travel Advisory Map for safe driving tips. Allow extra time for road trips, especially during peak travel times on Friday and Monday.View the Weekend Travel Advisory

Membership Luncheon May 2026

Membership Luncheon May 2026

AZ Dept. of Revenue - Taxpayers can file now and schedule payments until the deadline.

Taxpayers can file now and schedule payments until the deadline. The Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) reminds transaction privilege tax (TPT) filers 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

ADOT - Arizona Wallet can now hold vehicle documents

Arizona Wallet can now hold vehicle documentsAllowing registration renewal easily in the walletThe Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division is adding features and functions to the most recent digital wallet option for Arizona residents. You can now add your vehicle registration and title directly to your Arizona Wallet. This new feature allows you to view these documents anytime, get notified before the registration expires and link directly to AZMVDNow.gov to renew the registration. The

ADOT - Drivers traveling on I-10 through the Wild Horse Pass Corridor should plan for overnight lane restrictions the week of May 17-23

Drivers traveling on I-10 through the Wild Horse Pass Corridor should plan for overnight lane restrictions the week of May 17-23The Arizona Department of Transportation advises motorists traveling on Interstate 10 through the Wild Horse Pass Corridor to plan for the following overnight lane restrictions during the week of May 17-23.Westbound I-10 will be restricted to one lane from SR 387/Pinal Ave./SR 187 to Gas Line Road (Mileposts 185-177) from 8 p.m. Sunday, May 17, to 5 a.m. Monday, May 18, and again

AZ Deptartment of Revenue, TPT May 2026 Newsletter

TPT NewsletterWhat’s New | Reporting Guide | Rates | Quick Reference May 2026TPT 2026 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. DeadlineThe statutory due date for the annual estimated tax payment is June 22. When

ADOT to launch Loop 101/I-10 interchange improvement project

ADOT to launch Loop 101/I-10 interchange improvement projectWork starts with southbound Loop 101 closure this weekend (May 15-18)   Construction starts this weekend on a massive project to expand the freeway interchange connecting Loop 101 (Agua Fria Freeway) and Interstate 10 in the West Valley.The Arizona Department of Transportation’s $192 million project will add an elevated bridge for new high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane connections between the two freeways. Other improvements include new ramps and

AZ Dept. of Revenue, Track Tax Refund Status Updates

Track Tax Refund Status Updates AnytimeWith tax season behind us, many taxpayers are now looking forward to receiving their tax refund. The good news is - they can check the status online at any time. Taxpayers should have the following information on hand to successfully check on their status: Social Security NumberFiling statusZip codeTax yearThe timeline for those who e-filed:Confirmation: Tax software vendors send an email confirmation within 48 hours of submission.Online Update: Status is typically

ADOT - May 15 public hearing for ADOT's tentative five-year program

May 15 public hearing for ADOT's tentative five-year programADOT’s proposed 2027-2031 focus: upgrading pavement and improving major corridorsClick to enter subheader or delete if none.   PHOENIX – The Arizona Department of Transportation will hold a public hearing Friday, May 15, on the agency’s recommended statewide program and construction projects for the next five years.The hearing on the 2027-2031 tentative Five-Year Transportation Facilities Construction Program can be accessed virtually at

Chamber Chatter May 2026

Chamber Chatter May 2026

ADOR Sends Late Renewal Billing Letters for 2026 TPT Licenses

ADOR Sends Late Renewal Billing Letters for 2026 TPT LicensesBusinesses with past-due 2026 Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) License renewal fees should submit payment to receive their 2026 license, avoid additional penalties, and ensure their account remains current. These fees were due on January 1, 2026, and the Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR) has begun issuing late renewal billing notices. Action Required for Businesses:Pay the License Fee: Taxpayers can no longer manually renew online, but they can

I-10 Wild Horse Pass Corridor Project Newsletter

I-10 Wild Horse Pass Corridor Project NewsletterI-10 Wild Horse Pass Corridor Construction UpdatesIt has been nearly two years since construction began on the I-10 Wild Horse Pass Corridor project.  As the I-10 Bridges Over the Gila River segment enters its final phase, activity on the other segments in the project corridor are ramping up.        I-10 Bridges Over the Gila River ProjectCrews completed the new westbound I-10 bridge over the Gila River in March and temporarily shifted all east- and

Wild Horse Pass Corridor New Lane Configuration on April 22, 2026

*******Update: This work has been postponed to begin on Sunday, April 26.********Work on a new lane configuration on I-10 north of Casa Grande to begin on Wednesday, April 22The Arizona Department of Transportation advises motorists traveling on Interstate 10 through the Wild Horse Pass Corridor Project to plan for a new traffic configuration with work beginning on Wednesday night, April 22.Crews will be shifting the existing two lanes of traffic to the outside lanes on eastbound I‑10 between Dirk Lay

State of the City Luncheon Presentation

State of the City 2026 Luncheon Presentation

Arizona Border Alliance: The Coolidge Healthy Choices Program

CAC Breaks Ground on Cultural and Performing Arts Center at Signal Peak Campus

 NEWS RELEASE     CONTACT:    Alison Bailin 602.318.3775abailin@hmapr.comTODAY’S DATE: April 2, 2026      Central Arizona College Breaks Ground on Cultural and Performing Arts Center at Signal Peak Campus$102 million project to restore cultural cornerstone, expand academic programs and elevate arts access across Pinal County   (COOLIDGE, Ariz.) – Central Arizona College marked a major milestone on March 31, breaking ground on a 91,000-square-foot Cultural and Performing Arts Center at its

CAC Celebrates Community College Month

Central Arizona College Celebrates Community College Month by Showcasing Workforce Pathways, Transfer Success and High‑Value Education  By Angela Askey, Executive Director Public Relations and MarketingPinal County, AZ – Katie Hobbs, Governor of Arizona, recently proclaimed April 2026 as Arizona Community College Month, recognizing the state’s ten community college districts and their vital role in education and workforce development. This proclamation aligns with National Community College Month

Chamber Chatter April 2026

Chamber Chatter April 2026

Before You Partner Up in Phoenix: The Questions Most Small Business Owners Skip

Around 70% of business partnerships fail within the first five years — not because of bad luck or market timing, but because the foundational work never got done. For small business owners in the Phoenix metro area, the same discipline you'd apply to vetting a major vendor or signing a commercial lease applies here: research thoroughly, document everything, and build the accountability structure before you need it. The partnerships that last are the ones that were designed to last.Start With the Business,

Before They Call You: What Coolidge Customers Do First in 2026

In 2026, local customers check an average of six review platforms before choosing a business, use AI tools to find recommendations at nearly the same rate as social media, and expect replies to their reviews within 24 hours. These expectations have tightened sharply in the past year. With Phoenix MSA personal income growth forecast at 5.7% in 2026 and job growth accelerating across the metro, more consumers are actively spending locally. Whether they choose you depends on what they find before they pick

March 2026 Membership Luncheon Presentation

March 2026 Membership Luncheon Presentation

Arizona Wallet newest choice for digital documents

Arizona Wallet newest choice for digital documentsADOT MVD once again at the forefront of digital ID options   ADOT MVD is providing a new digital wallet option for Arizona residents. Arizona is one of the first states to offer a digital wallet that will be able to not only hold more documents than just an ID or driver license, but also alert the owner of certain due dates and other reminders. In addition to holding a digital version of a driver license or state ID, the Arizona Wallet will soon have the

ADOT - Public comment begins for Tentative Five-Year Construction Program

PHOENIX – The Arizona Department of Transportation is targeting pavement improvements and expanding several key highways in the $9.85 billion Tentative Five-Year Transportation Facilities Construction Program for 2027-2031. The agency's recommended plan, which encompasses the projects that ADOT intends to design and construct over the next five years, is currently available for public comment until May 22.The tentative five-year program allocates $4.1 billion for projects throughout Greater Arizona, which

Chamber Chatter March 2026

Chamber Chatter March 2026

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Superstition Radio Control Helicopter Association Offers Scholarships for CAC Students

February 18, 2026  Superstition Radio Control Helicopter Association Offers Scholarships for CAC Students  By Angela Askey, Executive Director Public Relations and MarketingPinal County, AZ – The Central Arizona College Foundation recently received a donation of $2500 from the Superstition Radio Control Helicopter Association (SRCHA), providing ongoing scholarship funding for students in CAC’s drone program. Each year SRCHA conducts a raffle to raise scholarship funds during the Southwest Heli Rodeo at

February 2026 Membership Luncheon Presentation

February 2026 Membership Luncheon Presentation  by Richard Rosales withAPS 2025 APS Economic Development ResourcesSizeUp Arizona Marketing  

Central Arizona College to Install Solar Shade Structures Over Parking Lots

February 10, 2026  Central Arizona College to Install Solar Shade Structures Over Parking Lots  By Angela Askey, Executive Director Public Relations and Marketing  PINAL COUNTY, Ariz. – Central Arizona College, in partnership with Veregy, will begin installing solar shade structures at the Signal Peak Campus in early March 2026 as part of an effort to increase energy efficiency and reduce long-term costs.   The solar shade structures will be installed at the maintenance facility, main parking lot,

Chamber Chatter February 2026

Chamber Chatter February 2026

Breakfast with the Mayor January 2026

Breakfast with the Mayor Presentation

ADOT - Native American designation now available for State IDs Via MVD

Enrolled members of federally recognized tribal nations in Arizona can now receive driver licenses, instruction permits and ID cards bearing a Native American designation. The Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) has added this option under a state law taking effect Jan. 1. The legislation, House Bill 2852, was sponsored by Rep. Myron Tsosie of Chinle. Those who choose this option will have the words “Native American” printed on the front of their credential below the photo and

ADOT is NOT after you for unpaid Tolls

  Here we go again: ADOT is NOT after you for unpaid tollsVisit azdot.gov/scams to learn how to spot the red flagsPHOENIX – There is absolutely no chance that you owe unpaid tolls to the Arizona Department of Transportation or that ADOT would send a threatening text ordering you to pay up.Scammers are at it again, claiming unpaid tolls by residents of a state THAT HAS NO TOLL ROADS.Some Arizonans are understandably concerned about a text message claiming to be “a final notice regarding an unpaid toll

Chamber Chatter January 2026

Chamber Chatter January 2026

ADOT The Year Ahead in Phoenix-area Freeway Projects

ADOT: The year ahead in Phoenix-area freeway projectsStart of Loop 303 widening project near I-17 leads the 2026 list   Several large Arizona Department of Transportation projects are set to get underway along Phoenix-area freeways in 2026, including the first projects funded under Proposition 479 approved by Maricopa County voters in 2024.Substantial progress also will be made during the new year on two Proposition 400-funded widening projects along Loop 101 and Loop 202. Voters approved Proposition 400 in

CAC Students Receive Joyce Amburgey Memorial Scholarship

Central Arizona College Students Receive Joyce Amburgey Memorial Scholarship  By Angela Askey, Executive Director Public Relations and Marketing  PINAL COUNTY, Ariz. – Earlier this year, the Central Arizona College Foundation received a sizeable donation to establish the Joyce Amburgey Memorial Scholarship.   This fall, four CAC students were selected as the first recipients of this scholarship. Brooke Packard, Addison Quenga, Arpita Sandhu and Makenna Vaughn were each awarded $2,000, helping to make

CAC Announces Partnership with Pinnacle Southwest Compliance LLC

December 3, 2025New alliance aims to equip Pinal County workforce with essential safety credentials and compliance know-how with new partnership with Pinnacle Southwest CompliancePinal County, AZ— Central Arizona College is proud to announce a new strategic partnership with Pinnacle Southwest Compliance, LLC., designed to expand and enhance workplace safety and compliance training offerings for individuals and employers throughout Pinal County and beyond. Under the agreement, CAC’s Community & Continuing

CAC Workplace Safety & Compliance Training

Chamber Chatter December 2025

Chamber Chatter December 2025

CAC Partnering with BetterMynd to Offer Students Free Teletherapy Sessions

By Angela Askey, Executive Director Public Relations and Marketing  PINAL COUNTY, Ariz. – Central Arizona College has partnered with BetterMynd, an online therapy platform, to offer students access to free teletherapy sessions from a diverse network of licensed mental health counselors. Statistics show that one out of three college students seek therapy from a professional for their mental or emotional well-being. The common issues a student may discuss with a counselor include anxiety and how to cope,

Chamber Chatter November 2025

Chamber Chatter November 2025

Breakfast With The Mayor October 2025

October 2025 Breakfast With The Mayor Presentation

Crafting a Practical Project Plan for Integrating Content Personalization

In an age where marketing teams are under pressure to deliver relevance at scale, content personalization tools have become not just helpful—but essential. The right integration can turn a generic campaign into a resonant experience, nudging engagement metrics in the right direction without sacrificing efficiency. Yet the road to implementation is littered with false starts, siloed data, and overwhelmed teams. Building a thoughtful project plan from the start can mean the difference between another

October 2025 Membership Luncheon Presentation

October 2025 Membership Luncheon PresentationBy Craig McFarland withPinal Partnership

Central Arizona College Implements New Scholarship Management System

   October 6, 2025          Central Arizona College Implements New Scholarship Management System  By Angela Askey, Executive Director Public Relations and Marketing  PINAL COUNTY, Ariz. – Central Arizona College recently implemented a new scholarship management system to streamline the scholarship application process. In partnership with AwardSpring, CAC students can be matched with multiple scholarships through one application.   Jose Dagnino, Director of Financial Aid explained, “The number of

ADOT program supports community airports across Arizona

PHOENIX – New helicopter landing zones at Superior Municipal Airport mean medevac flights can respond to emergencies without using a high school parking lot. A taxiway added to Mesa’s Falcon Field Airport minimizes delays and reduces fuel consumption. Pilots using Show Low Regional Airport benefit from upgrades to a precision approach indicator and runway end identifier lights.These are just some of the recent improvements to Arizona airports made possible substantially or entirely through funding

Chamber Chatter October 2025

Chamber Chatter October 2025

Central Arizona-Latest Economic Impact Study Shows Central Arizona College Provides Economic Impact of $195.1 Million

September 29, 2025  Latest Economic Impact Study Shows Central Arizona College Provides Economic Impact of $195.1 Million  By Angela Askey, Executive Director Public Relations and Marketing  PINAL COUNTY, Ariz. – Central Arizona College (CAC) plays a significant role in Pinal County’s economy, according to a study conducted by Lightcast, a leading provider of economic impact studies and labor market data.   Overall, Lightcast’s findings state that CAC “creates a positive net impact on the county

SRP Installs 650-Pound Flume in Watershed to Measure Water Coming into the Valley

SRP Installs 650-Pound Flume in Watershed to Measure Water Coming into the ValleySeptember24,2025  SRP hydrologists, pilots, and welders came together to build and install a hydrologic flume that will provide more accurate measurements of the water in the Verde River watershed that eventually ends up being delivered to Valley homes and businesses. SRP made modifications to a purchased 650-pound aluminum flume which will provide a measurement of how much water is flowing at that point in time in that area.

AZ Dept of Transportation - Launches Web Resource Helping You See Through Scam Texts

PHOENIX – Have you received text messages suggesting that the Arizona Department of Transportation (or something close to that) is after you for unpaid tickets or tolls? ADOT has created a web resource in English and Spanish to help you identify these for the scams they are. Visit azdot.gov/scams for help spotting red flags (poor grammar and spelling, for example) and advice on what to do (hint: delete). Key tips:ADOT doesn't collect for unpaid traffic tickets, parking tickets or tolls.Arizona doesn't have

ADOT - Completing a sold notice protects when selling a vehicle

Most people know to sign the title when selling, trading or donating a vehicle, but many people skip or miss a very important additional step to complete that transaction: filling out a sold notice to inform the Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division that you are no longer the owner.If the vehicle is involved in a collision or abandoned on the side of the road, the current owner may receive the citations or fines. By completing a sold notice, you remove your name as the owner of record

Chamber Chatter September 2025

Chamber Chatter September 2025

Arizona Utilities Work to Lock In Critical Natural Gas Delivery to Power Growth

Arizona Utilities Work to Lock In Critical Natural Gas Delivery to Power GrowthEnergy providers leverage new desert southwest pipeline project to support reliability and clean energy effortsAugust06,2025  PHOENIX and TUCSON – Today, Arizona Public Service (APS), City of Mesa, Salt River Project (SRP), Tucson Electric Power (TEP) and UniSource Energy Services announced commitment plans for Transwestern Pipeline’s Desert Southwest expansion project. This new natural gas pipeline will help maintain year-round

Chamber Chatter August 2025

Chamber Chatter August 2025

SRP & Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management Sign Five-Year Commitment for Continued Forest Restoration

SRP & Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management Sign Five-Year Commitment for Continued Forest RestorationJuly23,2025                 PreviousNext SRP and the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management (DFFM) extended their commitment to partner on strategic forest thinning projects through 2030. The Memorandum of Understanding sets the foundation for the utility and state agency to cooperatively plan, fund, and implement forest thinning projects. The Good Neighbor Authority (GNA)

ASU students support families caring for a person with dementia at home or in a facility

Breakfast with the Mayor Presentation July 24, 2025

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Chamber Chatter July 2025

Chamber Chatter July 2025