Greater Phoenix Chamber tweets support for Talking Stick Resort Arena. (Disclosure: Rose Law Group represents the Phoenix Suns.) On January 23, @CityofPhoenixAZ city council will vote on @TSRArena renovations. TSRA is city-owned; it must be well-maintained to continue being an economic driver in downtown #Phoenix. #SupportTSRA. http://bit.ly/2FJX470
New Sam Fox restaurant opening next to Talking Stick Resort Arena. Blanco Tacos & Tequila is the “first restaurant announced for the high-profile Block 23 development,” and joins a mix that includes Fry’s grocery store, office and retail, as well as 330 apartments. Restaurant founder Sam Fox touts BT&T’s downtown location as “bigger and brighter” and “specifically created for Phoenix’s downtown life.” AZCentral. http://bit.ly/2APd2cS
6 projects you need to know. Key details and renderings for projects by True North Studio/Choice Hotels International, Hines, NOVO, Fassco, Ryan Cos./Cadence Living and Drive Development Partners — in Phoenix, Surprise, Scottsdale and Peoria — at AzBigMedia. http://bit.ly/2W2V1Rc
The stories that defined Paradise Valley in 2018. PV Independent looks back at its coverage of the past year’s “municipal happenings,” including: The election of Mayor Jerry Bien-Willner, the search for a full-time town manager, proposals to curtail “unruly gatherings,” and the rebirth of SmokeTree Resort. http://bit.ly/2W2DKrJ
Houses, condos, quads proposed in Saddleback. “Caliber Companies has applied for a rezone and [PAD] on 80 acres of vacant land [NW] of the intersection of Vulture Mine Road and W. Wickenburg Way. The request is for an increase in density from 115 units to 163 units, consisting of both single-family and multi-family residential units.” The Wickenburg Sun. http://bit.ly/2RS7FTT
Valley CRE industry expects to maintain momentum in 2019. “There are very few factors that seem to be working against continued growth in the overall economy and in commercial real estate, specifically.” But could “shrinking availability of land” and rising construction costs throw the CRE market off its pace? Industry insiders provide sector insight in AzBigMedia. http://bit.ly/2AQvUbD
Global Water Resources CEO: Water issues will likely hinder Arizona’s growth. “Global Water Resources CEO Ron Fleming said the lack and expense of water will someday seriously limit growth in Arizona. He said the water issue is already hindering growth in some parts of Pinal County.” InMaricopa. http://bit.ly/2TUd2zn
Bill Gates elected chairman of the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors. Bill Gates “was elected Chairman unanimously Jan. 9 by his colleagues and takes over for Steve Chucri.” Chairman Gates’ goals for 2019 include: Updating plans for unincorporated areas; combining permitting departments and streamlining the process; and shrinking floodplains to enable development. Scottsdale Independent. http://bit.ly/2MfFERc
Arcadia residents say motel along Thomas Road has become a crime magnet. Fox 10’s Matt Rodewald reports on how residents in the area “are furious at the owners of a hotel property near 36th Street and McDowell. Ever since a brand switch to Motel 6, they say crime has skyrocketed.” WATCH: http://bit.ly/2DhPW0p
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