By Justin Mathews | Pinal Post
At the Florence 2026 State of the Town address on February 11, Mayor Keith Eaton and the Town Council presented updates on infrastructure projects, residential growth, and town finances. The presentation covered 2025 accomplishments and previewed projects planned for the coming year. Florence Copper’s expansion, road construction, and a new strategic plan were among the topics addressed.
Two road projects are now moving forward. Construction on the Hunt Highway and Attaway intersection is already underway. The project will introduce turn lanes on all approaches and is designed to ease traffic flow. Council Member Tony Bencina said the project will be completed before summer.
Additionally, widening of Hunt Highway north of Franklin Road is expected to begin in July 2026. The town acquired the necessary state land for that project. The work is planned as a two-year effort with Pinal County.
“Roads and intersections are among the most common concerns we hear,” Bencina said.
