By Philip Haldiman | Independent Newsmedia
Bet on continued growth in the Arizona economy for the coming year.
The outlook for the state calls for solid gains in jobs, income, and population, with job gains likely in service-providing industries, according to a recent forecast released by the Eller Economic and Business Research Center at University of Arizona.
Growth rates are expected to far exceed the nation in Arizona, but they are not headed back to historical averages.
However, the cities of the Northwest Valley are looking to get in on the continued growth, with each offering unique contributions to their economies.
Here is a look at some recent economic developments in Northwest Valley cities and prospects for 2017.
