Jan. 20 eScoop: Being competitive, doing well and a big return to Old Tucson

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Friday, Jan. 20, 2023

Jan Lesher

County Administrator highlights Board's work
to make County a competitive employer

In her monthly address to employees, County Administrator Jan Lesher shares details on how the Board of Supervisors supports a competitive workplace. Over the past two years, the Board has approved more annual and sick leave, added paid parental leave, created alternative work schedules and much more.

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ECAP

Pima County employees pledged $265,000
to ECAP in 2022

Despite the challenges presented by a tough economy in 2022, Pima County employees donated slightly more than $265,000 to charities and nonprofit organizations throughout the community as part of the 53rd annual ECAP campaign.

The final tally was $265,359, which went to a total of 238 organizations. The Employees Care About Pima County campaign is a joint effort between Pima County and the United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona.

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Ted Walker Days

Ted Walker Youth Day returns to Old Tucson Studios

More than 2,000 students in Grades 3 to 6 got a taste of the Old West with educational presentations and displays during 31st annual Ted Walker Youth Day.

The children received hands-on learning experiences at Old Tucson Studios from a variety of vendors and Pima County departments, including Natural Resources, Parks and Recreation; the Pima County Public Library; Regional Wastewater Reclamation; the Sheriff’s Department; and Environmental Quality.

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blood drive

Red Cross blood drive
is set for Jan. 24-25

Pima County’s next blood drive will be held Oct. 25-26 in the basement of the Public Works Building, 201 N. Stone Ave.

To schedule an appointment for the drive, which runs from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., call the Red Cross at 800-733-2767, or call ReCharde Johnson, Pima County Health Department, at 520-486-7499.

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Courtyard concerts

Catch a concert
in the courtyard

Every Friday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., employees (and the public) can attend free concerts in the courtyard of the Historic Courthouse.

On tap today is the traditional Irish music of Mick Dunlavey. Find out who’s performing next by following the Facebook page of the Southern Arizona Heritage & Visitor Center.

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soccer

Discount tickets available for FC Tucson's
preseason games

Pima County employees can get discounted tickets for FC Tucson's preseason Desert Showcase matches beginning in February. Enter the code: PIMA (it's not case sensitive) to get the discounted tickets. 

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Laureen Pew

Well Done: Kudos
for awards, injections
and more

In each issue, eScoop likes to give a shout-out to employees and departments who have earned special recognition. We want to hear about colleagues who have earned kudos on the job, who are going above and beyond the call of duty, or are being recognized for their work or volunteerism outside the office.

Send your ideas on employees who should receive a pat on the back by emailing the eScoop editor.

In this issue, you’ll hear about recognition for the Economic Development Department for their efforts to bring American Battery Factory to the region; Herculean efforts by Pima Animal Care Center staff and volunteers to fight a contagious disease; an honor for a Human Resources staffer’s volunteerism; gobs of grease; and praise for some misfit toys.

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we're hiring

Are you looking? We’re hiring

Fellow employees: Are you looking to make a move within Pima County? Or do you have family or friends looking for full- or part-time work?

The County Attorney is hiring an attorney in the Civil Division Tort Unit. Transportation is hiring an engineer. And Justice Courts are looking for a courtroom clerk.  

Rememberif you’re not following the County’s LinkedIn page, you can do that here. In addition, the County and City will be holding a join job fair Jan. 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Kino Event Center, 2805 E. Ajo Way.

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Literacy Reads

Library introduces
Literacy Reads Collection

With Literacy Reads, the Library is helping folks build reading skills while enjoying engaging stories for adults and teens. The Library’s Welcome to America team is offering this new collection specifically selected for beginning English readers.

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Jan 2023 Mystery Photo

Mystery Photo – January 2023

Where do you think this January 2023 Mystery Photo was taken?

Send your best guess to MysteryPhoto@pima.gov by Feb. 13. The answer and names of those who guessed correctly will be featured in the Feb. 17 issue of eScoop.

Be sure to leave "Mystery Photo" in the subject line.

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