Mission in Action - State of the Town 2026

The Town of Marana, Arizona held its State of the Town meeting on April 3, 2026, highlighting several key community and infrastructure accomplishments. Procurement-related discussions included the replacement of 3,500 water meters to improve accuracy and customer access, the establishment of an in-house stormwater maintenance team that has significantly reduced reliance on contractors and saved the town substantial costs (notably a $30,000 project that would have cost $300,000 to $400,000 if contracted out), and extensive pavement preservation efforts with nearly a million square yards treated in 2025 and over a million projected for 2026. Additionally, major road projects such as the Twin Peaks Road over Rattlesnake Pass and Tangerine Road 2A were completed ahead of schedule and under budget, allowing for reinvestment in the community. The meeting also noted community engagement initiatives like the Launchpad program to prepare youth for employment opportunities within the town.