LEGISLATIVE IMPACT – Sen. Gail Griffin (R – Hereford, Dist.6) was recognized by the Arizona Association for Economic Development (AAED) with a 2016 Legislative Session Champions Award.  Joining Griffin were (left) AAED’s president, Jennifer Graves, CEcD, economic development manager, Gilbert, Ariz., and Joyce Grossman, AAED’s executive director.  Griffin sponsored a bill, which in its original form was an attempt to dedicate more money to fund roads and streets, seen as a benefit for economic development efforts.    AAED, founded in 1974, has a mission to serve as Arizona’s unified voice advocating for responsible economic development through an effective program of professional education, public policy and collaboration. For more information, call AAED at (602) 240-AAED (2233), or visit www.aaed.com.