Topping the list was an I-10 expansion project between Sarival Avenue and Verrado Way in the southwest Valley. The $43.2 million project is expected to create 520 jobs and ease congestion in the growing district.

Buckeye spokesman Bob Bushner said his town will benefit from the project, pleased with what appeared to be an instant payoff from the stimulus package.

In the northwest Valley, Surprise will get a boost from the U.S. 60/Grand Avenue widening project endorsed by the Transportation Board. The freeway will be widened in each direction from 83rd Avenue to Loop 303.