By Monica D. Spencer | InMaricopa.com
Despite months of debate, Maricopa City Council Tuesday unanimously approved the Advancing Maricopa 2026 General Plan, sending the city’s long-range vision to voters for ratification in November.
Required by state law, the general plan serves as a guiding document for the city’s growth, development and infrastructure decisions over the next decade.
Consultant Matthew Klyszeiko of Michael Baker International said residents consistently pointed to transportation, jobs, healthcare access and recreation amenities as top priorities to help advance Maricopa.
“[This plan] is not about supporting a bedroom community. It’s about supporting a more dynamic community that is looking at all facets of what makes a well-rounded, enjoyable place to live,” he said.
