By Jodie Newell | Pinal Central
A panel of economic developers from within Pinal County told attendees at a Pinal Partnership breakfast that continued growth in the county has created a significant challenge: the need for more infrastructure as they seek to entice more companies to the region.
The panel discussion was held Friday at the Radisson Hotel and was moderated by former Pinal Partnership President and CEO Harold Christ. Participating in the discussion were Richard Wilkie, economic development director for Casa Grande; Ryan Kaup, economic development director for Apache Junction; Mackenzie Letcher, assistant city manager for Eloy; and Christian Price, economic growth officer for Maricopa. In the audience listening to the panel was U.S. Rep. Juan Ciscomani, R-Tucson.
Christ asked panel members what they thought were the biggest challenges facing them, and the recurring theme was a need for more infrastructure, such as roads, sewer systems and utility infrastructure.
