What is the status of Union Pacific double-tracking across John Wayne Parkway?
Salas: The entire crossing will be closed for a 48-hour period, hopefully on a weekend while school’s out. A temporary bypass road will be constructed between Garvey Avenue and McDavid Road. After main road is re-opened, the bypass will stay in place for a time to aid emergency vehicles during future construction with lane restrictions. Maricopa Transportation Manager Chris Salas addresses a transportation-related question at the Community Town Hall, Saturday, April 18th, 2009. (Photo by Howard Waggner) How many homebuilders are still operating within the City? Evans: There are several, including Meritage Homes in The Lakes at Rancho El Dorado, and D R Horton Homes in Homestead North. The City has been averaging 15 to 20 new home permits per month this year, and there have been 33 issued this month so far. What can the City do to help keep local businesses from failing? Smith: In June, one of the first things done after taking office was to write letters to the management companies of
