The text from the top of the Let the People Vote Referendum Petition signature pages: Referendum Description Council voted to approve: The proposed Route Transfer Agreement between ADOT and the City of Sedona which will result in ultimate ownership and responsibility of that portion of Highway 89A in West Sedona designated in the agreement as the 'transfer segment' being transferred to the City of Sedona." And "that the city staff be directed to prepare guidelines that may include definitions, restricted … [Read more...]
ADOT Transfers 23 Miles of US60 to Six Cities
Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) is trying to convert a 23-mile stretch of US-60 to local cities. A quick look at a map shows the route transfer may affect the cities of Glendale, Peoria, Sun City, El Mirage and Surprise. Grand Avenue has long served as a spine of the West Valley, funneling commuters into the Phoenix area and moving freight from the coast and neighboring states. But the Arizona Department of Transportation is considering a plan to turn over a 23-mile stretch of Grand … [Read more...]