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The Mayor and City Council of the City of Maricopa, Arizona, shall discuss and take action on Strategic Priorities to provide transparency to residents and direction to staff. Discussion and Action.
AGENDA ITEM DESCRIPTION
The Strategic Priorities were first introduced at the Future’s Planning meeting on February 9, 2023. The Strategic Priorities are meant to guide staff work and budgetary decisions as well as provide transparency to residents. At the Future’s Planning meeting on January 22, 2026, City Council gave direction to update the Strategic Priorities. Staff is presenting the updates, as a result of the January 22, 2026 direction, for adoption by the Mayor and City Council.
The updated Strategic Priorities are as follows (the numbering sequence does not signify one priority over another but is simply used for tracking purposes):
Focus 1 - Transportation
Maricopa is a city of connection, both within the community and the region. Transportation systems fuel economic and recreational opportunities for residents while bringing visitors to those same opportunities in Maricopa.
Action 1.1 - To connect Maricopa to the surrounding region with safe and swift transportation that spurs economic growth, we will leverage local funds and seek financial support from our county, state, and federal partners to improve State Route 347 and other regional connections. Take time to celebrate achievements.
Action 1.2 - Prioritize needs for utilization of the Commuting Corridors ½ cent sales tax to improve regional connections and traffic flow.
Action 1.3 - Utilize the Traffic Strike Force Team to identify high-priority problem areas, develop effective solutions, and implement timely improvements that enhance traffic flow throughout the city.
Focus 2 - Job Creation & Business Development
Maricopa’s well-educated workforce and environment for economic growth make our community attractive to employers and gives them a platform to grow from. Bringing...
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