For more than two years, the Arizona Department of Transportation has worked toward developing the state's Long Range Transportation Plan, a blueprint that looks 25 years into the future to determine how to plan for and fund transportation projects that keep up with Arizona's growth. The State Transportation Board formally approved the Long Range Transportation Plan on November 18, which will allow ADOT planners to develop a transportation system that will carry us into the future. While ADOT's Long Range Transportation Plan is not project-specific, it identifies investment priorities based on current and projected transportation funding over the next 25 years. However, revenues will not meet all current and future transportation needs. The long range transportation planning process is called What Moves You Arizona, which narrows the focus to 25 years ahead to determine and prioritize how limited funds should be used throughout the state to develop a multimodal transportation system. These investment strategies could involve a greater focus on preserving current infrastructure, modernizing and expanding highways, public-private partnerships, and non-highway improvements, such as rail and transit. It's up to policymakers, the public and communities to tell us what's important to them and to prioritize projects and funding for those projects. Read ADOT's Long Range Transportation Plan Final Report. Comments and questions can be directed to whatmovesyouarizona@azdot.gov.
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Saturday, December 3, 2011
Long Range Transportation Plan Final Report
Friday, December 2, 2011
CER Weekly Press Release 12-1-11
PRESS RELEASE: December 1, 2011
Dr. Robert Carreira
Director, Center for Economic Research
Cochise College
901 N. Colombo Ave.
Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
Phone: 520-515-5486
Email: cer@cochise.edu
Home sales up in first three quarters
From January through September 2011, there were 970 homes sold in Cochise County, up 12.8 percent from 860 in the same period last year. Sales were up in each of the first three quarters of 2011, compared to the same quarters of 2010.
While home sales in Cochise County in the third quarter of 2011 were down 11.5 percent from the second quarter, they were up 23.6 percent compared to the third quarter of 2010. There were 330 homes sold countywide in the third quarter of this year, compared to 373 in the second quarter and 267 in the third quarter of 2010.
The drop in home sales from the second to third quarter was due to seasonal factors. Cochise County typically sees fewer homes sold in the third quarter than the second quarter each year. In 2010, the drop in sales volume from the second to third quarter was 21.7 percent, nearly twice the decline seen this year.
The median home price countywide in the third quarter of 2011 was $137,250, down 9.7 percent from $152,000 in the second quarter, and down 11.5 percent from $155,000 in the third quarter last year. The average home sold for 94.7 percent of the asking price in the third quarter, down slightly from 94.9 percent in the second quarter, but up marginally from 94.5 percent in the third quarter of 2010.
The average home price per square foot countywide in the third quarter was $87.11, down 3 percent from $89.83 in the second quarter and down 5 percent from $91.72 in the third quarter of last year. The disparity in the size of the drop in the median home price and average price per square foot suggests the larger decline in median price was due in part to smaller homes being sold in the third quarter this year than in both the second quarter this year and third quarter last year.
The average home that sold in Cochise County in the third quarter of this year was on the market for 152 days, virtually unchanged from 153 days in the second quarter and up from 134 days in the third quarter of 2010.
Part of the reason for the increase in home sales countywide has been an increase in foreclosed homes, which attract buyers with lower than market prices. In the first 9 months of 2011, foreclosures accounted for 31.9 percent of home sales in Cochise County, up from 22.4 percent in the same period of 2010. Foreclosures accounted for 32.1 percent of all homes sold in Cochise County in the third quarter of 2011, up from 30.6 percent in the second quarter and 26.2 percent in the third quarter of last year.
In Southwest Cochise County, which includes Sierra Vista, Huachuca City, Tombstone, Hereford, Whetstone, and surrounding areas, home sales in the third quarter were down 19.8 percent from the second quarter, but up 6.7 percent from the third quarter last year.
The median home price in Southwest Cochise County in the third quarter was $175,000, up 1.5 percent from the second quarter, but down 3.8 percent from the third quarter of 2010.
Foreclosed homes accounted for 25.6 percent of all homes sold in Southwest Cochise County in the third quarter, virtually unchanged from 25.5 percent in the second quarter, but up from 23.9 percent in the third quarter last year.
In Southeast Cochise County, which includes Bisbee, Douglas, Naco, Pirtleville, McNeal, Elfrida, and surrounding areas, home sales in the third quarter were up 13.7 percent from the second quarter, and up 34.9 percent from the third quarter last year.
The median home price in Southeast Cochise County in the third quarter was $75,000, down 22.3 percent from the second quarter and down 11.8 percent from the third quarter last year.
Foreclosed homes accounted for 46.6 percent of all homes sold in Southeast Cochise County in the third quarter, down from 49 percent in the second quarter, but up from 30.2 percent in the third quarter last year.
In Northwest Cochise County, which includes Benson, St. David, Pomerene, Dragoon, and surrounding areas, there were 32 homes sold in the third quarter, up from 26 in the second quarter and 15 in the third quarter last year.
The median home price in Northwest Cochise County in the third quarter was $102,500, down 6.2 percent from the second quarter and down 2.4 percent from the third quarter last year.
Foreclosed homes accounted for 53.1 percent of all homes sold in Northwest Cochise County in the third quarter, down slightly from 53.8 percent in the second quarter.
In Northeast Cochise County, which includes Willcox, Pearce, Cochise, Bowie, Portal, San Simon, and surrounding areas, there were 17 homes sold in the third quarter, compared to 18 in the second quarter.
Home sales data include only homes that were listed on the Southeast Arizona Multiple Listing Service or the Tucson MLS and include site-built, manufactured, and mobile homes, as well as townhouses and condominiums.
Dr. Robert Carreira is director of the Center for Economic Research at Cochise College. If you have any questions on the economy, please contact the CER at (520) 515-5486 or by email at cer@cochise.edu. Check out the CER's website at www.cochise.edu/cer.
Thursday, December 1, 2011
High winds, blowing dust possible Thursday
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For Immediate Release: November 30, 2011
Contact: ADOT Public Information Office
news@azdot.gov -or- 1.800.949.8057
High winds, blowing dust could affect driving in southwest Arizona
Reduced visibility, possible dust storms could slow traffic
PHOENIX — The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory for Thursday (Dec. 1) that could impact drivers traveling in southwest Arizona.
Strong sustained northern winds from 25 to 35 mph, including wind gusts up to 40 mph, are predicted to reach Yuma and La Paz counties.
The Arizona Department of Transportation urges motorists traveling on Interstate 10, Interstate 8 and US 95/State Route 95 to use extra caution due to possible difficult driving conditions as strong winds over desert areas can result in sudden periods of limited or zero visibility due to blowing dust.
Motorists play in important role in safety when operating their vehicles during a dust storm. ADOT and the Department of Public Safety recommend the following driving tips when encountering a low visibility dust storm.
▪ Check traffic immediately around your vehicle (front, back and to the side) and begin slowing down.
▪ Look for a safe place to pull completely off the paved portion of the roadway.
▪ Stop the vehicle in a position ensuring it is a safe distance from the main roadway and not near where any vehicles may travel.
▪ Turn off all vehicle lights.▪ Set your emergency brake and take the foot off the brake.
▪ Stay in the vehicle with your seatbelts intact and wait for the storm to pass.
ADOT, along with DPS, will continue to work as a public safety team to support Arizona's highways and drivers and will closely monitor conditions on the highways while maintaining driver safety.
Drivers planning trips tomorrow are urged to monitor travel conditions by calling 5-1-1 within Arizona, 1.888.411.ROAD outside the state, or via the Web at www.az511.gov. Because weather conditions can quickly evolve, drivers are encouraged to regularly check in with ADOT's Traveler Information Service. Motorists should delay or detour travel plans if necessary.
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Friday, November 25, 2011
ACT Job Fair Nov 28th and 29th
We are having another job fair on Monday, Nov 28th & 29th.
Thanks
Sandra Roman
HR Business Partner
Advanced Call Center Technologies, LLC
1701 E. 10th Street
Douglas, AZ 85607
Phone: 520-417-7922
Cell: 520-678-6573
Fax: 520-417-7902
Saturday, November 19, 2011
No construction closures on Arizona highways over Thanksgiving weekend
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For Immediate Release: Nov. 18, 2011
Contact: ADOT Media Relations
news@azdot.gov – or – 1-800-949-8057
Drivers urged to use caution, allow extra time for existing work zones
PHOENIX – If your Thanksgiving plans include a trip on the state's highways, the Arizona Department of Transportation wants you to know that no construction closures will be scheduled over the holiday weekend, beginning Wednesday afternoon (Nov. 23).
ADOT still encourages drivers to allow extra travel time during peak holiday travel periods and to use extra caution in existing work zones along state highways.
Driving behavior will be a key factor in efforts to reduce tragic crashes during the holiday travel season. Thirteen people were killed in a total of 12 fatal crashes on Arizona's highways and local roads during Thanksgiving weekend last year.
Drivers are urged to make sure they buckle up, along with their passengers. ADOT and other safety agencies also ask drivers to obey speed limits, get adequate rest before traveling, avoid distractions and never drink and drive.
Although no construction closures are scheduled over the holiday weekend, existing state highway work zones include:
■ Yuma, San Diego, Rocky Point Travel: State Route 85 is narrowed to one lane in both directions for an existing B-8 (Butterfield Trail Road) bridge work zone in Gila Bend. Drivers traveling to or from Yuma or San Diego can consider alternate routes during peak travel times, including Interstate 10 and US 95 north of Yuma. Drivers traveling to or from the Phoenix area also can consider using I-8 and I-10 through the Casa Grande area. For more visit www.azdot.gov/HolidayTravel.
■ Flagstaff, Northern Arizona Travel: Interstate 17 narrowed to one lane in each direction approximately 20 miles south of Flagstaff for an existing bridge reconstruction work zone at Munds Park. Allow extra time during peak travel periods.
■ Kingman, Las Vegas Travel: US 93 open with no passing zone and reduced 55 mph speed limit along a seven-mile-long stretch for a widening project north of Wikieup. Use caution and allow extra travel time.
■ Phoenix – Tucson Travel: Interstate 10 widening work zones are in place in the Casa Grande area and between Ruthrauff and Prince Roads in Tucson. Use caution and obey reduced speed limits in existing work zones.
Drivers also are urged to be prepared for unscheduled highway closures due to accidents, disabled vehicles or other events. Motorists should be alert to changing weather conditions while traveling.
ADOT offers several services for travelers to stay up to date on highway conditions across the state, especially prior to starting a trip.
Sign up for e-mail alerts via ADOT's Web page at www.azdot.gov. Highway condition updates are provided via Twitter at www.Twitter/ArizonaDOT. ADOT's Travel Information site also tracks highway conditions at www.az511.gov or over the phone at 5-1-1. Out of state callers can dial 1-888-411-ROAD (7623).
For more information about the need for work zones to remain in place even when construction crews aren't on site visit the ADOT Blog at http://adotblog.blogspot.com/2011/06/barricades-vital-even-when-crews-arent.html.
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Thanksgiving weekend Meet the Author/Book Signing at the Bisbee Museum
Hi: We are hosting a Meet the Author/Book Signing event Thanksgiving weekend that may be of interest to you guys in Douglas! Can you please pass this information on to your members? Thanks, Carrie
Carrie Gustavson, Director
Bisbee Mining & Historical Museum
A Smithsonian Affiliate
P.O. Box 14
Bisbee, Arizona 85603
(520) 432-7071
(520) 432-7800 fax
Press Release
For immediate release:
contact: Carrie Gustavson
432-7071
Meet the Author
Arizona: A Celebration of the Grand Canyon State by Jim Turner
November 18, 2011, Bisbee, Arizona – Saturday, November 26, 2011, meet author Jim Turner, 2:00 – 4:00 PM, at the Bisbee Mining & Historical Museum.
Arizona: A Celebration of the Grand Canyon State is a colorful, comprehensive, and fascinating popular history of this beautiful state, from its prehistoric and geologic origins to its definitive Native American, Hispanic, and Wild West cultures. It paints a broad brush chronicle from the creation of the Grand Canyon and Petrified Forest to Arizona's modern biotech industries. Author Jim Turner captures Arizona's documented history with engaging text complemented by scenic and historic images that define the spirit of this last frontier of the continental United States.
Complementing the text, more than 500 images highlight this new photographic history of Arizona. In addition to hundreds of historic pictures collected from more than a dozen museums and libraries throughout Arizona, the book features stunning images by acclaimed Arizona Highways landscape photographers Jack Dykinga, Jerry Jacka, and Larry Prentice as well as twenty paintings by iconic western artist Maynard Dixon.
The author, Jim Turner, has a master's in U.S. history, was historian for the Arizona Historical Society, and teaches Arizona history for Central Arizona College. He was a contributing author for the award-winning fourth grade text book, The Arizona Story, and has written for Arizona Highways, the Journal of Arizona History, the Arizona Daily Star, the Capitol Times, and several other newspapers and magazines.
Add a colorful and fun trip back into Arizona's history this Thanksgiving weekend. Copies of Arizona: A Celebration of the Grand Canyon State will be available for purchase during the event at the Museum Store.
For information, contact Carrie Gustavson, Director of the Bisbee Mining & Historical Museum, 432-7071 or carrie@bisbeemuseum.org. To learn more about the author, go to www.jimturnerhistorian.org.
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Friday, November 18, 2011
BAKE SALE: Annual Cowbelle Christmas White Elephant, Craft, and Bake Sale
THE ANNUAL COWBELLE
CHRISTMAS WHITE ELEPHANT, CRAFT, AND BAKE SALE
SATURDAY DECEMBER 3, 2011
FROM 9 AM TO 12:30 PM
AT THE COWBELLE HALL IN DOUGLAS, ARIZONA
ON 10TH STREET AND PAN AMERICAN
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