 Thank you for visiting the MAG Web site. We hope you find this site to be a useful resource for information about MAG and its member agencies. We live in one of the most dynamic and exciting metropolitan regions in the world. We are fortunate to experience a unique blend of natural and cosmopolitan environments where we treasure our desert lifestyle while enjoying the best advantages of urban living. Rapid growth in our region continues to provide tremendous opportunities for businesses and residents. It also provides challenges in creating the infrastructure necessary to keep pace with that growth. In November 2004, Valley voters made a conscious choice to continue to invest in our transportation infrastructure by passing Proposition 400, extending the half-cent sales tax for transportation and moving forward a 20-year vision to implement a Regional Transportation Plan. This Plan provides improved mobility in all parts of our region through a variety of transportation modes. Although we are currently challenged with a tightening of revenues due to the downturn in the economy, implementing Proposition 400 is our number one priority. As we develop strategies for the long term, we continue our progress to implement a robust Transportation Improvement Program in the short term—with nearly $8 billion in projects being constructed in the current five-year program. A recently published MAG Regional Travel Time and Speed Study has found that investment in our transportation system is paying off by keeping pace with population growth in terms of managing congestion. Along with its emphasis on transportation planning, MAG also plays a major role in reducing pollution and ensuring that our region meets air quality standards. MAG’s human services division addresses other regionally significant issues such as homelessness and domestic violence. Countless other committees at MAG also strive to improve our region, including overseeing the 9-1-1 emergency telephone system, standardizing building codes, developing uniform requirements for public works projects, and working to identify ways to improve safety on our streets, roads, and highways. The underlying concept of MAG, as outlined in its By-Laws, is that cities, towns, counties and Indian communities, which are closest to the people, should exercise the basic initiative, leadership and the primary responsibility for addressing local problems that require action on a regional basis. MAG has remained true to this mission since its inception in 1967 and we will continue to serve this region by seeking ways to improve the lives of all Valley residents. Sincerely, Peggy Neely
MAG Chair | 
