Numbers...

Following is information from the recent editions of the Arizona Business Journal:

General information on Buckeye:
Population in 2005 20,780
Growth 1990-2005: 368%
Expected population 2030: 400,000
Median new home price 2005: $186,520
Median resale home price 2005: $204,950

Banner Thunderbird Medical will be adding a 200-bed tower, expanding its emergency department. Groundbreaking is set for early 2007

Forbes rated Arizona and Phoeinx as #15 when it comes to the best places for business based on positive economic climate and skilled work force.

Economy Tracker
Building permits in greater Phoenix area:
4,373 in April (-29% over April 2005)
4,967 in May (4,988 in May 2005)
4,538 in June (-21% over June 2005)

Unemployment
3.6% in April (4% in April 2005)
3.3% in May (3.9% in May 2005)
3.9% in June (4.1% in June 2005)

Median Home Price
$324,900 in May ($349,000 in May 2005)
$320,000 in June ($349,900 in June 2005)

Where's Uzi???

It's been a hot, lazy summer, but the end is near! I know any explanation of why I have not kept up with the Blog is nothing more than a sorry excuse so I'll save you from it. Nonetheless, it's been a busy Summer and a good balance of business and fun. I've got tons of stuff to share with all of you so I'll be posting up some neat information once again so check back often and feel free to share your comments, email me etc.

Carpe Diem!
Uzi