Three transportation projects in Arizona are set to receive about $44 million in federal funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
Tempe will receive $25 million for a bicycle and pedestrian bridge to span across Tempe Town lake west of McClintock. The segment will complete a pedestrian loop around the lake and a quarter-mile path along the north bank connecting to Indian Bend Wash Path and McClintock Drive. It will include lighting, seating and public art.
Flagstaff will receive $19 million for improvements along Butler Avenue. Off-street bike lanes, ADA-compliant sidewalks, road widening and drainage structures are set to be built.
Page will also get funds for improvements to several key intersections.
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Phoenix is asking for input on a plan to add more electric vehicle charging stations around the city. The Charging Infrastructure Action Plan finds the city has more than 900 charging station locations and more than 2,700 charging ports, but wants to add up to 1,900 more ports by 2030. -
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The department’s first e-bike teams were deployed last month to enable rescue teams to get to rural areas with rugged terrain more quickly. The e-bikes can carry medical supplies and rescue equipment to allow firefighters to provide necessary care and manage rescue operations while waiting for additional crews. -
Honeywell Aerospace and the Phoenix Aviation department are collaborating on testing new technology to prevent collisions between aircraft and ground vehicles. The first-of-its-kind surface alert technology warns of an imminent collision before it happens. -
Diesel prices are steadily increasing, affecting school districts across the state. The price jump is especially felt in rural areas, including the Flagstaff Unified School District.
