What’s been said about the Santan Freeway area.
Just some quotes from local newspapers regarding the East Valley and in particular the Santan Freeway.
The Arizona Republic, June 12, 2007
“A year ago, the 202 came to town”
“Options.”
“That’s what officials often touted as the primary benefit Loop 202 would bring to Gilbert.
“New commute routes, and new shopping and businesses.”
“This week marks the one-year anniversary of cars hitting the Santan Freeway section of Loop 202 for the very first time in town, creating those aforementioned options.”
“One of the most crucial parts of Loop 202, official say, is the economic development it has spurred.”
“Shopping malls, a hospital, auto mall, employment spots and other business are sprouting along the S-shaped corridor.”
“The other significant impact is connecting Gilbert to the rest of the Valley, giving commuters another driving outlet, Assistant Town Manager Tami Ryall said.”
“Building the freeway also has resulted in Gilbert gaining three large parks for its recreation-craving residents.”
The Arizona Republic, May 4, 2007
“Retail analysts and brokers say the surge of new retail in the Southeast Valley is because retail follows rooftops and craves freeways. Loops 101 and 202 are essentially done and the region finally reached a critical population.”
“The Southeast Valley also offers what retailers love - lots of young families seeking retail ranging from children’s clothes to furniture and takeout.”
The Arizona Republic, July 30, 2005
“Auto dealers are following the money, to auto malls in growing areas with affluent residents and freeway access. The new San Tan Motorplex will be located at Val Vista Drive and Loop 202 in Gilbert.”
The Arizona Republic, June 27, 2005
“Loop 202’s growing presence has also provided an economic jolt for Valley cities as jobs and businesses have sprouted along the corridor.”
“‘Development follows freeways like water running down a hill,’ said Richard Mulligan, Mesa’s economic development director.”
The Arizona Republic, May 26, 2005
“Chandler’s Price Road Corridor, an employment hub that is home to a who’s who of major businesses, is about to hit a growth spurt.”
“‘The Price Road Corridor is probably one of the most dynamic corridors in the entire Valleyat this point,’ said Pete Wentis, senior vice president of industrial properties for CB Richard Ellis.”
“Businesses are flocking to the area because of three major factors: a good labor pool, variety of housing and nearby amenities such as Chandler Fashion Center.”
“Loops 101 and 202 are making it easier for executives to relocate to the corridor.”
“Business owners in Scottsdale have a relatively easy commute because of Loop 101, and the opening of the first leg of Loop 202 has provided access for those in Ahwatukee Foothills. And access to the east will improve as new segments of Loop 202 are opened beginning this summer.”
The East Valley Tribune, April 29, 2005
“The San Tan Freeway is still a few years from completing its loop through Gilbert, but national retailers aren’t waiting for the roads to start ringing up sales.”
“The retailers don’t want to miss an opportunity. They want to get established before the competition does.”
The East Valley Tribune, April 24, 2005
“Chandler Municipal Airportused to be an out-of-the-way jaunt. But with the construction of the Santan Freeway stretch of Loop 202 creating a northern entranceway, the airport and its surroundings are about to become the newest hot spot for commercial development.”
The East Valley Tribune, December 10, 2004
“For the most part, business owners and developers are embracing the rapid growth, much of it generated by the new Santan Freeway. Development in this neighborhood means new customers with big incomes and large families. The freeway will provide easier access to residents and bring in customers from elsewhere in the Valley.”
“Attracted by the highway’s easy access and the region’s affluent and young families, developers and businesses are clamoring to locate here. . . .”
