Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG)

250 years of freedom. ❤️🤍💙 For two and a half centuries, America has been built by those willing to dream bigger, work harder, and never settle. At MAG, we're proud to carry that spirit forward building what's next while honoring the legacy that got us here. Happy Independence Day as we celebrate 250 years of the United States. ❤️🤍💙

What shaped the MAG region over the past year? Our June MAG Region Rundown recaps the biggest milestones from the 2026 MAG Annual Report. 🚗 A new era of transportation investment began with Proposition 479. 🌎 MAG made progress on air quality and regional environmental planning. 🤝 Communities came together to make progress on extreme heat response and homelessness. See how regional collaboration is driving results across the Valley. Read the June newsletter: https://lnkd.in/e4i3GwUz

Join our newest member, the Town of San Tan Valley, at its community festival on July 1st! Enjoy a fun evening with your friends and family at this free event.

💡 Great news for users of the SR 347 near the City of Maricopa. For the SR 347: I-10 to Riggs Road project, construction funding was advanced to Fiscal Year 2028. This aligns with funding that is being provided by the City of Maricopa and in Pinal County for the combined improvements along SR 347. Widening for the Maricopa County portion of SR 347 will help ease congestion and provide a safer commute for people of the region. Follow us for more updates. ✅

Congratulations to MAG’s newly elected officers for Fiscal Year 2027! Regional Council Chair: Buckeye Mayor Eric Orsborn Vice Chair: Queen Creek Mayor Julia Wheatley Transportation Policy Committee Chair: Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego Vice Chair: Gilbert Mayor Scott Anderson Management Committee Chair: Tolleson City Manager Reyes Medrano Vice Chair: Tempe City Manager Rosa Inchausti Thank you to these regional leaders for their service and commitment to advancing the prosperity of the MAG region.

Today, we welcome Buckeye Mayor Eric Orsborn as the new Chair of MAG, leading the agency and Regional Council members throughout Fiscal Year 2027. We look forward to working together to advance regional solutions that improve the quality of life for residents across the Maricopa region. We also extend our deepest gratitude to El Mirage Mayor Alexis Hermosillo for her outstanding leadership, dedication, and service as MAG Chair over the past year. Congratulations to Mayor Orsborn and all of MAG’s newly elected officers—we are fortunate to have such passionate leaders helping shape the future of our region.

As MAG Chair Alexis Hermosillo prepares to pass the gavel, she reflects on a year of regional collaboration, major milestones, and meaningful progress across the Maricopa region. From advancing air quality solutions to launching Proposition 479 projects and strengthening regional partnerships, her final message highlights what’s possible when we work together. 🔗 👉 Read her Quarter 4 message and reflections on the year: https://lnkd.in/eRje9mvC

💡 Ozone pollution season is fueled by warmer temperatures. Here's 3 things you can do to help reduce ozone pollution formation in your community. - Fuel after dark. - Carpool, use public transit, or telework when possible. - Avoid idling in long drive-thru lanes. Park, walk-in, and pick up your order instead. Learn more at azmag.gov/Ozone

Happy Juneteenth Holiday! Today we honor Juneteenth, a day of reflection, remembrance, and celebration of freedom. We recognize the strength, perseverance, and contributions that continue to shape our communities and our nation.

🔎 Member Spotlight: Town of Paradise Valley The Town of Paradise Valley is a peaceful, residential community in Maricopa County known for its scenic desert surroundings and commitment to preserving a quiet, rural character. Paradise Valley was named by three surveyors in 1889 who were so impressed by the quiet desert scenery that they called it “Paradise.” When neighboring Phoenix and Scottsdale began expanding in the late 1950s, residents united to protect their rural lifestyle, ultimately incorporating the Town of Paradise Valley on May 24, 1961. More fun facts: ☑️ Paradise Valley covers 15.4 square miles, maintaining spacious, low-density neighborhoods throughout the town. ☑️ Despite being predominantly residential, the town is home to nine resorts, three golf courses, fourteen places of worship, and four medical centers, making it a unique blend of tranquility and high-end amenities. As one of MAG’s 33 member agencies, Paradise Valley partners with us to develop regional solutions in transportation, air quality, homelessness, and more.