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Welcome to the inaugural issue of Pick Pima, the newsletter of the Pima County Economic Development Department. We hope you enjoy the news and information. If you do, tell a friend! They can subscribe by clicking here and selecting 'Economic Development."
 Prosperity Initiative topic of April 4 Regional Economic Development meeting
About 50 economic development professionals attended the quarterly Southern Arizona Economic Development meeting both in person and online. They heard a presentation about the Prosperity Initiative from Nicole Fyffe, Interim Director of Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources. Before taking the interim director role, Nicole worked with Bonnie Bazata, Pima County Community & Workforce Manager, to develop the initiative.
As the critical convener for economic development in the region, the Pima County Economic Development Department hosts these meeting so the partners can share update and learn more about what is happening in southern Arizona. Staying connected is imperative for success in the region so we can all capitalize on our assets and opportunities.
For more information on the initiative, visit the Prosperity Initiative webpage.
Taking flight with Ascent Aviation
On March 29, Pima County Economic Development staff attended Ascent Aviation Services’ groundbreaking at Pinal Airpark for two new hangars. The hangars will support modification of the B777-300ER passenger to freighter modification program for Israel Aerospace Industries. It will be only one of four in the world and the only one in the western hemisphere.
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Reauthorizing Economic Development Administration legislation moves forward
Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly was among those voting to advance the Economic Development Reauthorization Act of 2024 on March 12. The legislation would reauthorize the Economic Development Administration (EDA) for the first time in nearly 20 years, and it would provide critical updates to the agency’s programs and initiatives and help facilitate locally-driven economic growth.
New Paradise Falls Drive project promises ‘one-of-a-kind’ destination for public
A County-owned vacant lot south of the Rillito River is set to become a vibrant neighborhood gathering place, revitalizing a scruffy patch of land with amenities for the entire community. Along with providing a welcome stop for users of The Chuck Huckelberry Loop, the project promises to foster economic development in an important region.
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