Key Commerce Corridors April 10, 2014 Matt Burdick Communications Director Arizona Department of Transportation
Competition Arizona’s sixth “C” Reliable transportation infrastructure drives economic competition and growth. KEY COMMERCE CORRIDORS
2013 National Policy Discussion
Constrained Funding Outlook Average ADOT Funding Allocation (millions of dollars)
Creating a Strong Economy KEY COMMERCE CORRIDORS
Transportation and Trade Corridor Alliance Created by Gov. Brewer Transportation infrastructure as foundation for job creation Partnership between public and private sectors Roadmap of recommendations in 2014
Arizona’s Advantage KEY COMMERCE CORRIDORS Proximity to major consumer markets Available, skilled workforce for export-focused base industries Migration of businesses away from California A place where people want to live, work and play
Keys to Our Bright Future KEY COMMERCE CORRIDORS Connecting businesses to suppliers and customers Efficient and reliable movement of goods Keeping pace with jobs and demand in key markets Combination of revenue sources dedicated to Key Commerce Corridors projects Revenue increase phased in over time to cushion impacts