A plan to build a new fire resource building is one of three bond proposals to be decided upon in November by voters in Goodyear, Arizona.
In different ways, all of the proposals reflect the infrastructure needs of a southern Arizona city, some 20 miles to the west of Phoenix, that has in recent decades experienced explosive growth, jumping from around 10,000 residents when Bill Clinton was president to more than 101,000 people today.
Question 1 on the ballot is calling for an investment of $135 million to design, plan, and build streets, avenues, and alleyways throughout the city. The $135 million, if approved, will also go for new traffic control systems, street lighting, and underground utility lines.
The second ballot question proposes $80 million to build what is officially being called a “fire resources management facility” and public safety training facility, among other things.
Question 3 is the smallest proposal at $17 million and it will fund the design and building of new parks, bike, and pedestrian paths, and recreational facilities.
The proposed funded projects were selected as part of a months-long process by members of the Goodyear Citizen Bond Exploratory Committee.
Goodyear has several times been listed as one of the fastest-growing cities in Arizona, a growth largely attributed to migration out of Phoenix. According to city sources, its population is expected to exceed 350,000 in the next decade.
By Garry Boulard
