Another light rail extension to add to the list.
Mesa light-rail expansion on track
Construction to begin on $200 mil extension
by Sean Holstege
May. 30, 2012
Arizona Republic
"Valley Metro is set to break ground today on the first light-rail expansion, a 3.1-mile stretch into downtown Mesa that city leaders hope will bring a sorely needed economic boost.
The $200 million extension is expected to attract thousands more East Valley riders daily and potentially nurture new development along the line.
Mesa's hopes reflect a broader optimism among Valley transit planners. After delaying and scaling back projects during the recession, they see new signs of life for efforts to build out the system..."
http://www.azcentral.com/12news/news...ak-ground.html