By Maritza Dominguez | Arizona Republic
Hop off Interstate 10 and head south on Avondale Boulevard and you’ll quickly notice light pole banners and signs proclaiming entry into the BLVD.
You’re also likely to notice plenty of construction activity: Sleek-lined apartment buildings, a Dutch Bros. Coffee, a parking garage and a tranquil half-acre lake to name a few of the projects wrapping up.
Avondale also recently sold retail space attached to its sports complex in the BLVD, and expects a slate of new shops and restaurants to open soon. Most are local businesses, which city leaders have tried to prioritize.
All are signs that Avondale is making progress on what city leaders hope will become a unique, walkable destination. The activity was sparked when they dusted off and reimagined nearly 20-year-old plans for the area.
