ADULT COED VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE Tucson Parks and Recreation will be offering a coed volleyball league this spring. The league will be held on Tuesday nights for eight weeks beginning March 5, 2024, at Randolph Center gymnasium. Games will be played…

The City of Tucson, Tucson Pima Collaboration to End Homelessness (TPCH), and University of Arizona Southwest Institute for Research on Women (UA-SIROW) invite volunteers to participate in Everyone Counts 2024 - the 2024 Homeless Point-In-Time (PIT)…

The City of Tucson Department of Transportation and Mobility (DTM) is seeking applicants for the newly established First Avenue Citizens’ Corridor Planning Task Force. The formed Citizens’ Task Force will work with the DTM project team…

Sun Link Streetcar Impacts for the Fourth Avenue Winter Street Fair The 54th Annual Winter Street Fair will take place Friday, December 8 to Sunday, December 10. Due to event road closures, the streetcar will have temporary route adjustments…

SANTA'S CALLING Santa and his elves would like to add some sparkle to a child’s holiday season through the Santa’s Calling program. Children ages 4-8 years old get an opportunity to speak with Santa and listen to his elves hard at work.…

"Today we are celebrating what is possible when we invest in ourselves," said Tucson Mayor Regina Romero. "Our parks and natural spaces bring families together and help us create a thriving city. I want to thank Tucsonans who voted for Prop 407,…

SELECTED DESIGNS ANNOUNCED IN THE CASITA MODEL PLAN COMPETITION Planning and Development Services (PDSD) is excited to announce the designs selected in the Casita Model Plan Competition. This initiative, made possible through the AARP 2023…

Fuel your passion, ignite your creativity, and embark on an unforgettable journey with Tucson Parks and Recreation's winter and spring indoor leisure classes. Offering a variety of entertainment, these classes promise to captivate and inspire…

FAMILY FESTIVAL IN THE PARK Cigna and Tucson Parks and Recreation are proud to present the 16th annual Family Festival in the Park. There will be games, prizes, crafts, inflatables, and class demonstrations. Reid Park Zoo will have $1 admission…

Tucson Parks and Recreation and Pain Institute of Southern Arizona present the 39th annual Senior Olympic Festival. This festival is a celebration to promote fitness, health, and an active lifestyle among adults 50 years of age and older. Events…

Click here to View the Information About "City Of Tucson Parks And Recreation Roundup - October…

Tucson Pima County Collaboration to End Homelessness released its gap analysis that showed an additional 1,367 shelter beds and 4,901 units of supportive housing will be needed to end homelessness in Pima County within the next five years. …

City of Tucson Awarded $50M HUD Neighborhoods Implementation Grant The City of Tucson was selected to receive a $50 million Choice Neighborhoods Implementation (CNI) grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). This grant…

Click here to View the Information About "City Of Tucson Parks And Recreation Roundup - September…

The City of Tucson, in partnership with the Pima Association of Governments (PAG) and the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA), is proposing transit service changes to Sun Tran, Sun Express and Sun Shuttle. Changes may be coming to your route.…

Click here to View the Information About "City Of Tucson Parks And Recreation Roundup - August…

The City of Tucson Planning and Development Services (PDSD) seeks creative designs for casitas in Tucson. The Casita Model Plan design competition aims to inspire innovative ideas and solutions for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), or casitas, with…

Register today for Tucson Parks and Recreation's fall men’s, women's, and coed adult Slowpitch Softball Leagues. You can register online or in person at the Sports Unit, 1710 E. Silverlake, or Registration Services, 920 S. Randolph Way. Call…

PARKS AND RECREATION MONTH Since 1985, July has been celebrated as the nation’s official Park and Recreation Month. Created by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), Park and Recreation Month specifically highlights the…

Tucson’s New Climate Plan This week, the Mayor and Council adopted Tucson Resilient Together, the City’s climate action and adaptation plan. It took hard work from staff, a knowledgeable contractor, and over a year of community…

CITY OF TUCSON PARTNERS WITH PIMA COMMUNITY COLLEGE SBDC TO HOST PIONEER PITCH COMPETITION The City of Tucson Office of Economic Initiatives, Pima Community College Small Business Development Center (SBDC) along with Local First Arizona,…

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Mayor And Council Approves Climate Action And Adaptation Plan - Tucson's Mayor and Council last night, March 7, approved a climate action and adaptation plan that will provide a strategic pathway to reduce the City’s emissions to net zero by…

Arizona Attorney General Kristin Mayes today reversed her predecessor’s decision to block the City of Tucson’s newly adopted Source of Income Protection Ordinance. Mayes’ withdrawal of former Attorney General Mark…

Tucson NewsNet Daily Digest - A Service of the City of Tucson ARIZONA ATTORNEY GENERAL UPHOLDS TUCSON’S SOURCE OF INCOME PROTECTION ORDINANCE - New Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes yesterday, March 8, rejected former Attorney General…

The 4th annual Sustainable Landscapes Expo, hosted by the Pima County Smartscape program, will be held Saturday, March 11, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The free expo is a family-friendly event with more than 40 exhibits to increase knowledge on efficient…

Topics in This Issue: -Sex Trafficking Forum -Refugee Donations -Plastic Program -Citizen Election Initiative -TROT Fundraiser -Top 10 Friendliest Cities -Railroad in Tucson -Ward 6 Community Room Art -Plan Tucson -Mayor and City…

Plan Tucson Community Workshops begin this week The City of Tucson is updating Plan Tucson, the general plan adopted by Tucson voters in 2013. This update will result in a growth plan that reflects our community’s shared goals and diverse…

School's Out Spring Break Camp Registration March 6 Deadline to Register for Leisure Classes March 14 Virtual Egg Hunt March 10-17 TPRC Meeting March 22, 3:30 p.m. (online and in-person) EGGstravaganza March 25, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.…

Click Here To View About The City Of Tucson -Paul Cunningham's Weekly Update March 3, 2023

The registration deadline is approaching for Tucson Parks and Recreation’s spring leisure classes beginning in March. Classes range from arts and crafts, Little Movers and Shakers, dance, gymnastics, jewelry making, music, and more for youth…

Happy Birthday to our Chief of Staff Katie Bolger!!! March 3rd, 1969 was a good day. Ward 3 is lucky to have her!!! New Energy at Drawing Studio thanks to Solar United Neighbors The Drawing Studio is a wonderful nonprofit located at Glenn and…

New Water-Saving Policies and Actions In response to rapidly changing climate conditions and a call to action to preserve water levels in Lake Powell and Lake Mead, the City of Tucson is taking new steps to conserve additional water for the…

The U.S. Department of Transportation announced yesterday, Feb. 28, that the City of Tucson was awarded a $900,000 planning grant as part of the first-ever Reconnecting Communities Pilot Program. The Atravesando Comunidades grant is part of Tucson…

Friends, Earlier this year, my mother was diagnosed with breast cancer following a routine mammogram. I will be spending some time in March back in Illinois to support my mom and my family during her treatment. She is in great spirits and is on…

The City of Tucson is updating Plan Tucson, the general plan adopted by Tucson voters in 2013. This update will result in a growth plan that reflects our community’s shared goals and diverse aspirations for the next 20 years. Plan Tucson…

The plan is on schedule! Since we closed the strategy survey at the end of January, we've been focusing on drafting the plan itself. We are on schedule to share the draft plan with Mayor and Council during their September 6th, 2023 study session.…

Tucson NewsNet Daily Digest - A Service of the City of Tucson ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT HOSTS FINAL OPEN HOUSE THIS WEEK - The City of Tucson's Environmental and General Services Department (EGSD) has been holding open houses in each of…

Topics in This Issue: Sex Trafficking Forum Refugee Donations Plastic Program Becton Dickinson Water Conservation Housing Affordability Himmel Park Vandals Ready, Set, Rec (RSR) Citizens Commission on Public Service and Compensation COVID Sex…

Click here to View More Information About City Of Tucson Paul Cunningham's Weekly Update - February 24,…

New Development at Old Pascua Congratulations to Chairman Peter S. Yucupicio and members of the Pascua Yaqui Tribal Council for “breaking ground” for a new casino with the demolition of the old Century Theatre near I-10 and Grant Road,…

INITIAL PROPOSITION 411 PROJECT PLAN APPROVED - The Independent Oversight and Accountability Commission (IOAC) approved an initial project plan for Proposition 411 (Tucson Delivers: Better Streets | Safe Streets), the voter-approved, 10-year…

MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEETINGS TODAY - Tucson's Mayor and Council is meeting now, Feb. 22, for its Study Session, and will reconvene at 5:30 p.m. for the Regular Meeting. You can watch the meetings live (and recordings of previous meetings) on the City…

Topics in This Issue: - Landscape ‘Maintenance’ - Sister Jose Celebration - Refugee Donations - City Resource Links - Emergency Calls - Plastic Program - Becton Dickinson - Gun Control Again - Tucson Rodeo - Ready, Set, Rec…

Kevin's Ward 3 News and Updates Happy birthday, Kevin! Ward 3 Staff does a happy dance for Kevin's birthday on Friday, February 17th! Love of Reading is Every Week But officially it was last week, and to take part I read books to two…

Take a survey to share your vision for Tucson What's in you plan, Tucson? The City of Tucson is in the early stages of an almost three-year process to update the City’s General and Sustainability Plan from 2013, known as Plan Tucson.…

New Spring Transit schedules for Sun Tran, Sun Express and Sun Shuttle Sun Tran, Sun Express and Sun Shuttle are rolling out new Spring schedules. For complete service change information visit suntran.com/SpringSchedules Beginning Sunday, February…

UPDATE ON HAZARDOUS MATERIALS SPILL ON INTERSATE 10 - The Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS) notified the Tucson community of a commercial truck tractor hauling a box trailer that rolled over on Interstate 10 eastbound, between Rita and…

A Community in Hope and Change Black History Month is an opportunity for local governments to recognize the importance of the African American experience, celebrate its achievements, and take actionable steps to create change. This year, many…

Tucson NewsNet Daily Digest - A Service of the City of Tucson CITY HOLIDAY CLOSURES MONDAY - All City of Tucson offices, except for emergency services, will be closed Monday, Feb. 20, for Presidents Day. Residential and commercial trash and…

ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT CONTINUES OPEN HOUSES THIS WEEK - The City of Tucson's Environmental and General Services Department (EGSD) is hosting open houses in each of the City’s six wards to present information about services…

Kevin's Ward 3 News and Updates Friday, February 10, 2023 Proactive Expungement for Low-level Marijuana Convictions Approved “Low-level marijuana offenses are fundamentally unjust. They result from harmless behavior that is now legal,…

Weekly Update - February 10, 2023 Paul's Note The Environmental and General Services Department will be hosting an open house in each of the City’s six wards to present information about services available to residents and neighborhoods…

GEM SHOW SEASON CONTINUES IN TUCSON - The 2023 Gem, Mineral, and Fossil Showcase is underway, continuing through Sunday, Feb. 12. The original public show that started it all, The Tucson Gem & Mineral Show, operated by the Tucson Gem &…

Valentine Tree The ward 6 holiday tree has a regular stream of visitors taking pictures and just enjoying the unique and novel amenity to the entryway. We have decided to squeeze one more holiday from the tree and have transitioned it into a…

DOWNTOWN LINKS PHASE III CAR-FREE WEEKEND - The City of Tucson's Department of Transportation and Mobility (DTM) invites you to bike, roll, or walk on the new Maclovio Barraza Parkway for a car-free weekend, Feb. 11 and 12. On Sunday, Feb. 12, from…

Topics in This Issue: - Women’s Self Defense / Emerge - Plastic Program - Los Reales Sustainability Campus Tour - Urban Wildlife - Community Home Repair Projects of Arizona (CHRPA) - Rodeo and Electric Prods - Road Diet - Heat Resiliency -…

Tucson NewsNet Daily Digest - A Service of the City of Tucson ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT CONTINUES OPEN HOUSES THIS WEEK - The City of Tucson's Environmental and General Services Department (EGSD) is hosting open houses in each of the…

Kevin's Ward 3 News and Updates Friday, February 3, 2023 Meeting on a Bus Ride What better place to talk about the future of Tucson’s bus system than on a bus? This week, Council Member Lane Santa Cruz and I had a meeting about…

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The eastern segment of the Downtown Links Phase III Improvement Project is nearing completion from the Broadway and Aviation Parkway intersection to Sixth Street and Stone Avenue. The new Maclovio Barraza Parkway includes a new four-lane roadway,…

PIMA COUNTY, Feb. 3, 2023 — Pima County is seeking applications for the development or preservation of affordable housing. Applications are open to qualified nonprofit and for-profit developers, builders, government agencies and…

Black History Month Profile: Quincie Douglas (Video) - A resident of Tucson’s South Park Neighborhood, Quincie Bell (Sims) Douglas was a community activist who spearheaded the Low-Income Free Transportation Services program in 1965, now known…

ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT CONTINUES OPEN HOUSES TONIGHT - The City of Tucson's Environmental and General Services Department (EGSD) is hosting open houses in each of the City’s six wards to present information about services available…

Black History Month is nationally observed as a month of remembrance and celebration of the achievements of Black Americans throughout history. Housing and Community Development recognizes there is still work to be done to create equity in…

Understanding the Powerful Role of Reclaimed Water For nearly 40 years, Tucson Water has been recycling treated wastewater into reclaimed water and delivering it for specific applications. Using reclaimed water, delivered via the “purple…

Valentine's Day at the COPA Are you looking for a fun date night? Join us for Valentine's Day at the COPA, an evening celebrating love on Tuesday, Feb. 14, from 5-7:30 p.m. at the Children’s Outdoor Performance Area in Lincoln Park, 8155 E.…

Last Wednesday, Jan. 25, City of Tucson Mayor Regina Romero, City of Tucson Housing and Community Development Director Liz Morales, and Housing First Program Director Brandi Champion hosted the US Interagency Council on Homelessness (USICH) and…

SIGN UP FOR SLOW PITCH SOFTBALL The Tucson Parks and Recreation has opened registration for adult men’s and co-ed spring slow pitch softball leagues. You can register online or in person at the Sports Unit, 1710 E. Silverlake Road, or Class…

Remembering Council Member Paul Durham Before getting into the business of our newsletter this month, I want to start off acknowledging the passing of Council Member Paul Durham. I first met Paul Durham in 2016, during his campaign for Tucson…

Seasonal Watering & Landscape Resources Your trees may benefit from some attention this winter season! Benefits of pruning your trees during winter are: - Better Visibility due to lack of foliage, which makes it ideal for identifying…

Late Notice - Open House at Ward 3 on Tuesday, January 30th at 6:00 pm Apologies for late notice!! Please join us at the Ward 3 office to learn more about the Brush & Bulky+ program, Neighborhood cleanups, and Code Enforcement. There will…

Topics in This Issue: - Women’s Self Defense / Emerge - Plastic Program - Clean Community Open House - Safety on the Set - Rodeo and Electric Prods - Animal Advocacy at the Zoo - Gun Violence - High Volume Water Users - Ready, Set,…

Tucson NewsNet Daily Digest - A Service of the City of Tucson COMMENT ON COMPREHENSIVE OPERATIONAL ANALYSIS FOR PUBLIC TRANSIT - The City of Tucson, in partnership with the Pima Association of Governments (PAG), is evaluating all aspects of Sun…

The City of Tucson, in partnership with the Pima Association of Governments (PAG), is evaluating all aspects of Sun Tran, Sun Link, Sun Express, and Sun Shuttle services throughout Tucson and the greater Tucson area to determine potential…

Kevin's Ward 3 News and Updates Friday, January 27, 2023 Special Election May 16 on TEP Franchise Agreement This week Mayor and Council voted unanimously to call a May 16th special election to put a new franchise agreement with Tucson Electric…

Tucson NewsNet Daily Digest - A Service of the City of Tucson CITY MOURNS FORMER COUNCIL MEMBER PAUL DURHAM - City of Tucson building flags are flying at half-staff after yesterday’s, Jan. 25, passing of former Tucson City Council Member…

CITY OF TUCSON RECEIVES MORE THAN 15,000 PRE-APPLICATIONS FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING WAITLIST The City of Tucson and the Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) completed the first round of the re-opened affordable housing waitlist on…

SPECIAL ELECTION MAY 16 ON TEP FRANCHISE AGREEMENT - Tucson's Mayor and Council voted last night, Jan. 24, to call a May 16 special election to put a new franchise agreement with Tucson Electric Power (TEP) before Tucson’s voters. The…

Call For High School Battle Of The Bands Applications Tucson Parks and Recreation is teaming up with Best Life Presents to host the High School Battle of The Bands. Bands with artists between the ages of 13-18 years old can apply now at the link…

This afternoon the Tucson Mayor and City Council gave direction to the City Manager to meet with ByFusion and finalize deal points for scaling up the plastic diversion program. We expect a final deal to be in front of us for a vote in February. …

Topics in This Issue: -Climate Action and Adaptation Plan -Plastic Program -Community Gardens -Semi-Automatic Weapons for Children -Sex Trafficking -Rodeo and Electric Prods -Weeding 101 -Prop 411 Road Repair -Refugee Donations…

Winter Sock Drive Receives Big Donation Ellie Patterson and Linda Fugate brought a large donation from their Rotary Club to the Ward 3 office this week: 148 pairs of new socks for our Winter Sock Drive! Ellie is president of Rotary Club Tanque…

Paul's Note I was very sad to hear that Ann Nichols, who taught at the ASU school of social work here in Tucson and was an activist for a number of causes, passed away this week. Click here for more. Council Meeting: The first council meeting of…

FINAL DAY: CITY OF TUCSON ACCEPTING PRE-APPLICATIONS FOR HOUSING WAITLIST - The pre-application period for the City of Tucson’s waitlist for public housing and Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) will close at the end of the day today, Jan.…

CITY RELEASES REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) COMMUNITY FACILITY PROJECTS - The City of Tucson's Housing and Community Development (HCD) department is accepting proposals to support Community Facility projects.…

PUBLIC MEETING TONIGHT ABOUT TUCSON ELECTRIC POWER'S FRANCHISE AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF TUCSON - The City of Tucson and Tucson Electric Power (TEP) are in the process of negotiating terms for a new franchise agreement to allow TEP to continue…

Plan Tucson Open House January 19 What do you want for Tucson? Your vision for the future of our community is needed as we update Plan Tucson, the City of Tucson General & Sustainability Plan (2013). Over the coming years, community…

Learn more and apply at https://p-chip.tucsonaz.gov/pages/call-for-projects. The City of Tucson Housing and Community Development Department is accepting proposals to support Community Facility projects which advance City of Tucson P-CHIP goals…

Topics in This Issue: Climate Action Plan Comments Plastic Program Republic Services Electric Prods at the Tucson Rodeo Homeless Outreach / Businesses 29th Street Tree & Garden Fair Garden District Multi-home Yard Sale Community…

Paul's Note My office has gotten a lot of questions about The Pit and its ordered closure by code enforcement officials. Click here for more. Council Meeting: The first council meeting of the year will be on Tuesday, January 24. Following an…

Street Racing, Sideshows Have to Stop Have you woken up to the loud noise of a muscle car (or several cars) racing down a nearby street? I have. Have there been illegal races and sideshows in your neighborhood? Last weekend there were several in…

MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEETINGS TODAY - Tucson's Mayor and Council will meet today, Jan. 11, at 1:30 p.m., for its Study Session, and will reconvene at 5:30 p.m. for the Regular Meeting. The Regular Meeting will also include a public hearing and a…

Tucson NewsNet Daily Digest - A Service of the City of Tucson CITY HOLIDAY CLOSURES MONDAY - All City of Tucson offices, except for emergency services, will be closed Monday, Jan. 16, for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Residential and commercial…

What do you want for Tucson? Your vision for the future of our community is needed as we update Plan Tucson, the City of Tucson General & Sustainability Plan (2013). Over the coming years, community members will have the opportunity to…

Topics in This Issue: -Sudden Cardiac Death -Plastic Program -PFAS -Beyond – Remembering Gun Violence Victims -Gun Safety Class -Trafficking Forum -Sink Twice -Environmental Services Fees -Homeless Outreach -Housing…

City of Tucson departments work every day to serve the citizens of Tucson. Today, we take a look at some of the many statistics of the work performed during the 2022 calendar year. We hope you enjoy this "By the Numbers" special edition of NewsNet.…

One More Chance to Influence Tucson’s Proposed Climate Plan Consultants, City staff, stakeholders, and interested Tucsonans spent 2022 developing a draft Climate Action Plan, which has been named “Tucson Resilient Together.”…

2022 By The Numbers In 2022, the department accomplished a lot, including the completion of a new splash pad at Udall and Purple Heart parks, increased attendance for Ready, Set, Rec!, opened two new dog parks, hosted thousands of people at…

Paul's Note ¡Feliz Año Nuevo! I’ll be keeping this week’s “note” a bit short this week. Click here for more. Council Meeting: The first council meeting of the year will be on Wednesday, January 11. Following…

Tucson NewsNet Daily Digest - A Service of the City of Tucson DEVELOPMENT CODE UPDATE PUBLIC MEETINGS NEXT WEEK - The City of Tucson's Planning and Development Services Department (PDSD) is currently working on updates to improve development…

Topics in This Issue: Plastic Program Gun Safety Class Crisis Lines Planning and Development Services Process Update One Water 2100 Tucson Jazz Festival Title 42 Ready, Set, Rec COVID Plastic Program The ‘pilot’ phase of the…

City Of Tucson Opens Pre-Application Period For Housing Waitlist - The City of Tucson opened the first pre-application period yesterday, Jan. 3, for those seeking to be placed on a waitlist for public housing and City of Tucson and Pima County…

CITY OF TUCSON/PIMA COUNTY HOME CONSORTIUM RELEASES REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR HUD HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM: COMMUNITY HOUSING DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION (CHDO) ACQUISITION, REHABILITATION, AND/OR NEW CONSTRUCTION OF LOW-INCOME HOMEOWNERSHIP…

Mayor Regina Romero, City of Tucson Ward 2 Council Member Paul Cunningham, and Tucson Parks and Recreation is pleased to announce the completion of a new playground at Fort Lowell Park. The project included new playground structures with shade and…

For more than two decades, Tucson Water has been strategically using Colorado River water. The goal is to maximize this renewable water resource to create a resilient future for our desert home. Here’s how we're doing that: - Using our…

Happy New Year As we say goodbye to 2022, here are a few reflections on my first year as a Tucson City Council Member serving the residents of Ward 3. It was a steep learning curve the first few months: getting our office up and running, meeting…

Weekly Update - December 30, 2022 Paul's Note As I send this to you on Friday morning, I have some good news for you. By the end of the day, southbound Kolb Road should be open at Speedway. Click here for more. Council Meeting: The first…

Tucson Plastic Diversion Program In August when the Ward 6/ByFusion 'pilot' program for collecting non-recyclable plastic began, one of our goals was to see if the community was on board. Should we continue the program after the end of the year,…

CITY OF TUCSON AWARDED CITY THREAD ACCELERATED MOBILITY PLAYBOOK GRANT FUNDING, COACHING TO FAST-FORWARD MOBILITY NETWORK BUILD-OUT City Thread has selected the City of Tucson among a diverse cohort of municipalities to participate in the…

Topics in This Issue: - January – RTA Next - February – Becton Dickson - March – Genna - April – PFAS - May – Proposition 411 - June – TEP Distribution Lines - July – Nilofar and Kawsar - August –…

City Preparing to Open Waitlist for Public Housing and Vouchers City of Tucson’s Housing and Community Development (HCD) department will soon open the waitlist for City-owned public housing and City of Tucson and Pima County public housing…

SENIOR OLYMPIC FESTIVAL REGISTRATION CLOSES DEC. 30 Tucson Parks and Recreation and United Healthcare present the 38th annual Senior Olympic Festival. This festival is a celebration to promote fitness, health, and an active lifestyle among adults…

CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS FOR ANNUAL PIMA COUNTY POINT IN TIME STREET COUNT TO END HOMELESSNESS The Tucson Pima Collaboration to End Homelessness (TPCH) and Housing and Community Development (HCD) for the City of Tucson invite the public to help end…

Holiday Lights! Saturday night, Ward 3 staff CJ Boyd, Shannon Jenkins, Mike Edmonds, and I rode bicycles in the Downtown Parade of Lights in Armory Park as part of a group representing four City Ward offices. Credit goes to Council Member Steve…

On this day last year, Mayor Regina Romero introduced the Housing Affordability Strategy for Tucson (HAST) to be heard and later adopted unanimously by the City Council. With direction from the Mayor and City Council, the City of Tucson’s…

An update for Tucson Delivers, two initiatives approved by voters: The Safer City/Better Streets and Great Parks + Strong Connections initiatives. Three citizen commissions provide oversight and accountability for these Tucson Delivers programs, one…

Tucson NewsNet Daily Digest - A Service of the City of Tucson MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEETINGS TOMORROW - Tucson's Mayor and Council will meet tomorrow, Dec. 20, at 2 p.m., for its Study Session and will convene again at 5:30 p.m. for the Regular…

Topics in This Issue: UA Athletics Department Investigation Puppy Mills Weekend Events Midtown Apartments The Giving Machine Plastic Blocks Refugee Needs Storm 2 Shade Gun Control and Youth Video Camera Registry Operation Freeze Senior Olympics…

City Of Tucson Kevin's Ward 3 News and Updates: December 16, 2022 Keeping Alleys Clear is Safety Issue Earlier this month my wife and I received a letter from Environmental Services about keeping our half of our alley clear of overgrowth and other…

DOWNTOWN PARADE OF LIGHTS SATURDAY - The 28th Annual Downtown Parade of Lights returns this Saturday, Dec. 17, to the Armory Park neighborhood. Presented by Rio Nuevo, the parade celebrates the holidays with brightly decorated floats, marching…

Department Of Transportation And Mobility Initiates Operation Freeze - Yesterday afternoon, Dec. 13, crews from the City of Tucson Department of Transportation and Mobility (DTM) Streets Maintenance Division initiated Operation Freeze ahead of…

Christmas is Saved! Last week the ward 6 office was visited by a Grinch who came in the dark of night and stole the star from our community holiday tree. The hearts of little ones throughout the region were broken by this senseless act of…

Tucson Parks and Recreation and United Healthcare present the 38th annual Senior Olympic Festival. This festival is a celebration to promote fitness, health, and an active lifestyle among adults 50 years of age and older. Events include volleyball,…

Beginning this afternoon, crews from the City of Tucson Department of Transportation and Mobility (DTM) Streets Maintenance Division will initiate Operation Freeze in preparation of freezing temperatures forecasted for the next couple nights.…

Allison Chappell, a member of the Housing First team, was recognized for her work with helping homeless individuals in the City of Tucson. The Arizona Housing Coalition named her the recipient of the Kevin Collins Award for Excellence in Direct…

ONE WEEK REMAINING TO TAKE THE FINAL SURVEY View the final Reid Park Master Plan concept developed with community feedback over the last 8 months. Take the online survey to give input on your priorities for funding future improvements at the…

Topics in This Issue: - Refugee Needs - Artisans Beyond Borders - Housing Affordability/Homelessness - Plastic Blocks - 5th/6th Street Road Diet - Campus Crossings Balcony Issues - Redistricting - TEP Franchise Agreement - Transportation Museum -…

Final Week To Take The Reid Park Master Plan Survey - View the final Reid Park Master Plan concept, developed with community feedback over the last eight months, and take the online survey to give input on your priorities for funding future…

Tucson’s New Public Safety Communications Facility Last week I attended the opening of a long-awaited and improved home for our Public Safety Communications Department, designed to create a better work environment and reduce call waiting…

Click here to View the Information About City Of Tucson : Paul Cunningham's Weekly Update - December 9,…

Mayor and Council holding two public hearings on Infill Incentive District and marijuana dispensaries December 20 Mayor and Council will hold two public hearings on December 20, 2022, related to proposed amendments to the Unified Development Code…

Fourth Avenue Street Fair This Weekend - The Fourth Avenue Winter Street Fair runs tomorrow, Dec. 9, through Sunday, Dec. 11. More information, times, transit maps, and shuttle information are available at the links below. Fourth Avenue is now…

22nd Street Bridge Revitalization Project Public Meeting Tomorrow - The City of Tucson's Department of Transportation and Mobility (DTM) is holding a fourth public meeting tomorrow night, Dec. 8, about the upcoming 22nd Street Bridge Revitalization…

Topics in This Issue: - Refugee Needs - Plastic Blocks - Zoo Lights - Street Fair Street Closures - Great Decisions Dialogue - Boards, Committee's and Commissions - Homeless Issues - Sam Hughes Block Party - Sol y Luna - Flu and COVID Update…

Video: Tucson Mayor Regina Romero Delivers State Of The City Address - Tucson Mayor Regina Romero delivered her annual State of the City address last Thursday, Dec. 1, at the Tucson Convention Center, during an event sponsored by the City of Tucson,…

Covid, Flu, and RSV – Oh My! Folks, it’s time again to be careful. Rates of all three are up dramatically. COVID The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has determined the community Covid risk is high in Pima County,…

Gene C. Reid Park Master Plan Final Survey Closes Dec. 19 View the final Reid Park Master Plan concept developed with community feedback over the last eight months. Take the online survey to give input on your priorities for funding future…

3 Free Outdoor Destinations Where You Play – and We Work! Reusing every drop of water is critical to sustainability in our desert home. Tucson Water’s purple pipe-reclaimed system recycles treated wastewater and delivers it to…

Holiday Tree Party! Rain or shine we're building our holiday tree on Saturday morning. Please stop by and take part. ByFusion will be here to assist in the process, and the UA Compost Cats will be here with free samples of their compost. We'll…

NEW outdoor water saving materials have been added to our Free, customizable water conservation kits! Order yours today:…

TUCSON MAYOR REGINA ROMERO TO DELIVER STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS TODAY - The City of Tucson, Tucson Metro Chamber, and Visit Tucson present Mayor Regina Romero’s State of the City address today, Dec. 1, at 5 p.m., at the Tucson Convention…

Tucson NewsNet Daily Digest - A Service of the City of Tucson Housing First Subcommittee Meeting Today (Video) - The City of Tucson Commission on Equitable Housing and Development’s (CEHD) Housing First subcommittee will meet today, Nov. 30,…

The City of Tucson, on Tuesday, Jan. 3, will open the pre-application period for families and individuals seeking to be placed on a waitlist for public housing, and City of Tucson and Pima County Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8). The…

Topics in This Issue: - Desert Nights Downtown - Refugee Needs - Plastic Blocks - Water Conservation - Ready, Set, Rec - More Killing - Tucson Rodeo - Sol y Luna - Parks & Rec Indoor Leisure Classes - 29th Street Thrive - COVID Please mark…

Public Hearing Tomorrow For Redistricting Advisory Committee - The Redistricting Advisory Committee continues to review and consider options to adjust ward boundaries and equalize ward populations. At its second public hearing, held Nov. 17, the…

Tucson NewsNet Daily Digest - A Service of the City of Tucson CITY HOLIDAY CLOSURES TOMORROW- All City of Tucson offices, except for emergency services, will be closed tomorrow, Nov. 24, in observance of Thanksgiving Day. Trash and recycling…

Kevin's Ward 3 News and Updates Wednesday, November 23, 2022 Thanksgiving 2022 Last Thanksgiving I had just won the election to be the new Ward 3 Council Member, but I had not yet taken office. Since then I have had a whirlwind of a year as a…

Tucson Parks and Recreation is offering a full array of indoor leisure classes this winter and spring of 2023. Classes range from arts and crafts, Little Movers and Shakers, dance, gymnastics, jewelry making, music, and more for youth and adults.…

Topics in This Issue: -Goodwill Thanksgiving Youth Meal -Refugee Needs -Plastic Blocks -Reid Park Holiday Craft Fair -Holiday at the Transportation Museum -RTA Update -Sol y Luna -Monarch Update -Fentanyl Meeting -Tom Gehrels on…

TUCSON MAYOR REGINA ROMERO CHOSEN FOR HIGHLY SELECTIVE FELLOWSHIP - Tucson Mayor Regina Romero was selected recently for the Class of 2023 Rodel Fellowship, considered the nation’s premier leadership development program for elected leaders.…

PACC offers Black Friday Special to encourage adoptions Pima Animal Care Center is asking folks to “adopt ‘til you drop” at their Black Friday Special adoption event from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 25. PACC is…

Learn more and apply at https://p-chip.tucsonaz.gov/pages/call-for-projects. The City of Tucson’s People, Communities, and Homes Investment Plan (P-CHIP) Grant Round will open on November 21, 2022. Applications for funding will be…

Care to Serve on a City Commission? Tucson has more than 50 boards and commissions composed of volunteers who provide expert advice and monitor important city programs. Some include members appointed by a Mayor and Council vote, and others have…

City of Tucson launches Tucson Development Center Online The City of Tucson has launched an all-new permitting system, Tucson Development Center Online (TDC Online). TDC Online replaces the current system which had been in use since 1999. The…

EL TOUR DE TUCSON THIS WEEKEND - The Banner University Medicine El Tour de Tucson will take place this Saturday, Nov. 19, marking its 39th year for the annual bicycling event. All routes (with various start times) begin and end at the Tucson…

Tucson NewsNet Daily Digest - A Service of the City of Tucson 22ND STREET BRIDGE REVITALIZATION PROJECT PUBLIC MEETINGS BEGIN TONIGHT - The City of Tucson's Department of Transportation and Mobility (DTM) invites you to attend a public meeting…

Tucson NewsNet Daily Digest - A Service of the City of Tucson VISIT REID PARK ZOO FOR A HOUSING RESOURCE FAIR - Visit Reid Park Zoo on Friday, Nov. 18, from 1-5 p.m., and Saturday, Nov. 19, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. for a housing resource fair.…

Reminder: Stop by the Reid Park Reimagined planning team area at the Family Festival in the Park happening this Saturday, to get your first look at the latest Reid Park Master Plan concept developed with feedback from the community over the past six…

TUCSON PARKS AND RECREATION HOSTS ANNUAL HOLIDAY ARTS AND CRAFTS FAIR AT REID PARK NOV. 26-27 The City of Tucson Parks and Recreation is excited to announce the return of its annual Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair in Reid Park. Come get a jump on…

Topics in This Issue: Blenman Elm Butterfly Garden Dedication – Singing and Signing Plastic Blocks Ward Redistricting African American Museum of Southern Arizona Reid Park Holiday Craft Fair Zoo Lights Holiday Ice Rink Downtown TPD, Fentanyl…

Thank You Veterans Tomorrow is Veterans Day, so our Ward office is closed and this newsletter will be short. On Veterans Day, we remember and honor the many military veterans who serve our country, and I acknowledge my father who fought in World…

Hello Friends, To me, November represents two important things: celebrating our military veterans and expressing gratitude for the people and things we appreciate. Our veteran community, both inside and outside the City of Tucson organization,…

CITY HOLIDAY CLOSURES TOMORROW - All City of Tucson offices, except for emergency services, will be closed tomorrow, Nov. 11, in observance of Veterans Day. Residential and commercial trash and recycling collections will not be affected, and the Los…

Tucson NewsNet Daily Digest - A Service of the City of Tucson FIRE STATION 8 GRAND OPENING THIS MORNING - The City of Tucson and the Tucson Delivers program are celebrating the grand opening today, Nov. 9, of Fire Station 8 at its new location,…

The Pima County Department of Environmental Quality (PDEQ) has received a grant award, in the amount of $488,210 over three years, from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) through the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Enhanced Air Quality Monitoring…

Tucson Parks and Recreation is pleased to announce it has won two Arizona Parks and Recreation Association (APRA) awards for its Ready, Set, Rec! mobile recreation program. Tucson Parks and Recreation was nominated for Outstanding Program –…

TOMORROW IS ELECTION DAY - Arizona's general election is tomorrow, Nov. 8. Voters will be deciding a number of high-level state races and ballot propositions. If you haven't already voted by mail, you can vote in-person tomorrow between 6 a.m. and 7…

Topics in This Issue: Redistricting Commission Blenman Elm Butterfly Garden Plastic Blocks Compost Cross Event TPD, Fentanyl and Narcotics in the Community Reid Park Reimagined – Baseball Complex Reid Park Master Plan Adopt-an-Animal from…

City Preparing to Open Waitlist for Public Housing and Vouchers City of Tucson’s Housing and Community Development (HCD) department will soon open the waitlist for City-owned public housing and City of Tucson and Pima County public housing…

Kevin's Ward 3 News and Updates Friday, November 4, 2022 News and Updates Next Mayor and Council Meeting Ward 3 Neighborhood Association and Coalition Meetings Ward 3 Events City Wide Events Did You Know? I Went Round and Round Before Joining…

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Family Festival in the Park Saturday, Nov. 19, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Cigna and Tucson Parks and Recreation are proud to present the 15th annual Family Festival in the Park. There will be games, prizes, crafts, inflatables, and class demonstrations. Reid…

TONIGHT: REDISTRICTING ADVISORY COMMITTEE SEEKING PUBLIC INPUT TO REDISTRICT CITY WARD BOUNDARIES - Two years after the decennial census is complete, the boundaries of the six wards of the City are reviewed to determine whether adjustments are…

EXPECT TO SEE SMOKE TOMORROW FROM SWEETWATER WETLANDS CONTROLLED BURN - Tucson Water and the Tucson Fire Department (TFD) will conduct the annual Sweetwater Wetlands controlled burn tomorrow, Nov. 3, starting at 8 a.m. The area will be completely…

In the past 24 hours a new redistricting proposal was issued by the city clerk's office. It is still not viewable on redistricting commission website. In fairness all neighborhoods and business districts affected should be given notice that they're…

November Water Wiser Reminder Make conservation an every day habit! Check out our Desert Dweller Guide for water conservation tips in the landscape and more! Visit…

Open House Events The City of Tucson Department of Transportation and Mobility (DTM) continues outreach for Tucson Norte-Sur: Investing in Resilient Communities + Transit, the equitable Transit-Oriented Development (eTOD) strategic planning project…

NEW PERMITTING SYSTEM ONLINE - The City of Tucson launched Tucson Development Center Online (TDC Online) this morning, Oct. 31. The new permitting system is a partnership between the Planning and Development Services Department, Tucson Fire…

Halloween Contest Thank you to those of you who have sent in pictures of your goblins and ghosts for our Halloween costume contest. We've gotten some requests from parents who asked if we can extend the deadline so they can take pictures on…

News and Updates Next Mayor and Council Meeting Ward 3 Neighborhood Association and Coalition Meetings Ward 3 Events City Wide Events Did You Know? Happy Halloween from Ward 3 !!!! Cyclovia! This Sunday come join me (and bring you…

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Tucson NewsNet Daily Digest - A Service of the City of Tucson SECOND ROUND OF GRANT APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT (ARPA) FUNDING - The City of Tucson is appropriating the second round of funding, $12.26 million, from its…

Today’s the last day to request an early ballot This is it! Today, Oct. 28, is the last opportunity for registered voters to request an early ballot for the general election. Once you receive your early ballot, be sure to mail it by Nov.…

Greetings, Connect with Tucson Water and the One Water 2100 Master Plan at Cyclovia this Sunday, October 30th. Cyclovia is an open streets block party for all people to walk, bike, roll, or scoot. Experience Tucson’s streets in a whole new…

Applications due November 15, 2022 The Tucson Homeless Work Program is a collaborative effort to provide day labor/temporary employment opportunities for people experiencing homelessness while simultaneously addressing municipal clean-up needs and…

Tucson Parks and Recreation presents the 38th annual Senior Olympic Festival. This festival is a celebration to promote fitness, health, and an active lifestyle among adults 50 years of age and older. Events include volleyball, bowling, bridge,…

PUBLIC MEETING TONIGHT ON PROPOSAL TO INCREASE WATER AND ENVIRONMENTAL AND GENERAL SERVICES RATES - The City of Tucson recently gave a notice of intention to update rates for Tucson Water and Environmental and General Services Department (EGSD)…

Kevin's Ward 3 News and Updates Friday, October 21, 2022 News and Updates Next Mayor and Council Meeting Ward 3 Neighborhood Association and Coalition Meetings Ward 3 Events City Wide Events Did You Know? So Much Better Now! In this…

Tucson NewsNet Daily Digest - A Service of the City of Tucson TUCSON POLICE DEPARTMENT TO GIVE AWAY TOYS SATURDAY - The Tucson Police Department (TPD), in partnership with Toys for Tots, will be holding its second annual TPD Toy Giveaway this…

BROADWAY – EUCLID AVENUE TO COUNTRY CLUB ROAD IMPROVEMENT PROJECT COMPLETION UNVEILING THE SUNSHINE MILE CELEBRATION The City of Tucson Mayor Regina Romero, Council Member Richard Fimbres, Council Member Steve Kozachik, the Regional…

Tucson NewsNet Daily Digest - A Service of the City of Tucson Two Public Housing Meetings This Week - Public housing-related meetings will be held today, Oct. 19, and tomorrow, Oct. 20. The Affordable Housing Committee of the Commission on…

City Of Tucson And Pima County Host Job Fair This Week - Are you motivated by serving your community and interested in working for local government? If so, you don't want to miss the collaborative City of Tucson/Pima County job fair Thursday, Oct.…

Click Here to view the City Of Tucson A Message From Steve K Newsletter - October 17, 2022

On Sunday, October 30, 2022, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Cyclovia Tucson will re-purpose public streets in the Thrive in the 05 area for people of all ages and abilities to walk, bike, roll, or skate down the car-free route. Cyclovia brings people…

Kevin's Ward 3 News and Updates Friday, October 14, 2022 News and Updates Next Mayor and Council Meeting Ward 3 Neighborhood Association and Coalition Meetings Ward 3 Events City Wide Events Did You Know? Funding for Solar Empowerment At…

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City of Tucson launching new permitting system Oct. 31 The City of Tucson will launch an all-new permitting system, Tucson Development Center Online (TDC Online), on Monday, Oct. 31, 2022. TDC Online replaces the current system, which has been in…

Tucson NewsNet Daily Digest - A Service of the City of Tucson MAYOR ROMERO PRESENTS TREE FEST 2022 AT REID PARK THIS WEEKEND - Tucson Mayor Regina Romero, the City of Tucson, and Tucson Clean & Beautiful are excited to host Tree Fest 2022…

MAYOR ROMERO TO WELCOME ENVIRONMENTAL CONFERENCE TO TUCSON - Tucson Mayor Regina Romero will welcome attendees of the North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE) to Tucson. The NAAEE is hosting its 51st Annual Conference today,…

Topics in This Issue: -Migrant Needs -Plastic Blocks -Sustainable Tucson -RTA -Transit fares -Garden District Porch Fest -Tucson Wildlife Center -Disability Pride Day -Domestic Violence Awareness Month -Angel Charities World of…

VOTER REGISTRATION DEADLINE TOMORROW - The deadline to register to vote in Arizona's general election is tomorrow, Oct. 11. The election will be held Tuesday, Nov. 8. Voters who choose not to vote by mail do not have to cast ballots at their…

Kevin's Ward 3 News and Updates Friday, October 7, 2022 News and Updates Next Mayor and Council Meeting Ward 3 Neighborhood Association and Coalition Meetings Ward 3 Events City Wide Events Did You Know? Neighborhood Networking On…

Paul's Note Coach Roland LaVetter passed away last week. He had a shelf full of honors coaching basketball at both Pueblo and Rincon-University High Schools. Click here for more. Council Meeting: The next council meeting is on Tuesday, October…

Tucson NewsNet Daily Digest - A Service of the City of Tucson CITY OF TUCSON LISTED AS ONE OF THE HEALTHIEST WORKPLACES IN THE UNITED STATES- The City of Tucson is included on the 2022 Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America list, securing the No.…

The City of Tucson Parks and Recreation department was selected by the Tohono O’odham Nation as a recipient of the 12% Gaming Distribution grant funding in the amounts of $150,000 to enhance a new splash pad project at Santa Rita Park and…

Tucson NewsNet Daily Digest - A Service of the City of Tucson MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEETINGS TODAY - Tucson's Mayor and Council will meet in person today, Oct. 5, at 2 p.m., for its Study Session, and will convene again at 5:30 p.m. for the Regular…

City Of Tucson A Message from Steve K Newsletter - October 3, 2022 Topics in This Issue: Migrant Needs TPD Toys for Tots Giveaway Atrocities in Kabul, Afghanistan Plastic Blocks Water Security Straw Purchases Temporary Housing for Pets Reid…

Tucson NewsNet Daily Digest - A Service of the City of Tucson CITY OF TUCSON AWARDED $2M GRANT TO COMBAT GUN VIOLENCE - Tucson Mayor Regina Romero announced last week that the City of Tucson is receiving a $2 million grant from the U.S.…

Cost Control Critical to Our Water Future Implementing a strategic financial plan is essential to the future of Tucson Water and a sustainable community. As a City enterprise fund, the utility must generate revenue – primarily through…

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Kevin's Ward 3 News and Updates Friday, September 30, 2022 News and Updates Next Mayor and Council Meeting Ward 3 Neighborhood Association and Coalition Meetings Ward 3 Events City Wide Events Did You Know? Something Shady Coming to Mansfield…