Inside Mesa

Headlines lately have been speaking of ancient writings discovered about Judas Iscariot, you remember, the one that betrayed Jesus to his death. They say Judas was a hero. You might buy into this, unless you know what I

On April 6, I attended the East Valley Partnership, SRP Breakfast presentation on the east valley dream and treasure of the Superstition Vistas east in Pinal County. Our main speaker, Grady Gammage, doing a great job explaining the possibilities —- like 900,000 population in the next 50 years.The trends and possible scenarios as this area is built up into a well thought out community of the near future was intriguing. The room was filled at the Point South Mountain Conference area, eagerly waiting to hear how they may play a part and be influential in it’s development.One of the most exciting for me because it effects Mesa, is Williams Gateway as it will experience an explosion! This needs to be a reality –I read recently that helicopter rides are offered to customers to Sky Harbor for $90. The much needed Las Vegas runs now in place is great. Patnerships with others is a must, I can’t imagine anyone, or any smart business venture passing this up!Water was a topic, the management of and smart techniques to be resourceful. Mark Winkleman, Land Commissioner, AZ State Land Commission spoke about laws that need to change because they are out dated. Cooperation and the reality of growth was evident. Sandy Smith, Pinal County Supervisor also spoke, offering her thoughts toward diverse ideas and flexibility, lots of people interested in this great plan, a real treasure for all.Transportation, freeways, and oh yes, the Baby Boomers will play a significant part. Their choices in technology, less interest in the same age communities, a decrease in golf communities, an increased concern in environmental issues, and more diverse people will be the ordinary, and in my opinion a better society.It was a morning well spent thinking about the possibilities; real estate and how the new city will be layed out, how our economy will be impacted, our life styles, the environment, and Mesa in particular with the infusion of this population coming through our city to work, shop, seek out other needs such as hospitals, doctors, entertainment, churches. Get ready, it’s coming!