safety. “This phase is expected to be completed by September or October,” Azucena Vargas, Community Services Director, states. Another key initiative is modernizing traffic signals throughout the city, with upgrades at intersections, including Cedar and Gold Street, Pine Street and Gold, Spruce and Gold, and Ash and Gold Street. These enhancements improve traffic flow and accommodate the city’s growing transportation needs. INVESTING IN GREEN SPACES Deming has also made substantial investments in public parks and recreational facilities. A $390,000 grant was recently secured to enhance Trees Lake, developable land.This infrastructure allows for direct rail connectivity, making it ideal for food processing, logistics, and manufacturing companies that require efficient transportation of raw materials and finished products. Deming is also positioned along Interstate 10, a central east-west corridor connecting California to Florida, offering businesses prime access to key U.S. markets. IMPROVING MOBILITY AND ACCESSIBILITY Significant infrastructure projects are underway to enhance Deming’s livability and economic potential. One of the city’s major projects is the Gold Street Road Diet, which aims to reduce traffic lanes from four to two, allowing for expanded sidewalks, ADA-accessible parking, and improved pedestrian 4 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 04
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