Cheney Free Press -

AIRWAY HEIGHTS – The city has won an award for comprehensive and downtown sub-area development planning.

The Smart Communities Awards program annually recognizes local governments and partners for working to effectively install the state’s Growth Management Act to manage growth, a sustainable economy and an increased quality of life, officials said.

“These award winners model best practices that can easily be adapted by other communities,” state Commerce Director Lisa Brown said. “Their work demonstrates how thoughtful planning with robust public engagement can build shared visio...