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Like many, as I change my calendars, I contemplate what the year ahead might bring. I’m not sure if I will make any resolutions. I don’t have a good record of keeping them. But I know what I hope to do – more family time, more hiking and exercise, reading a few more books, supporting my favorite candidates running for office, planting more trees, etc. Maybe those will turn into resolutions. I am also thinking about what city issues Ward 3 will tackle next year (despite trying to spend family time away from the office this vacation). Stay tuned: 2024 is going to be a full and busy year!
For me, staying up until midnight is no longer a New Year’s Eve tradition. I can’t stay awake that late! Sunday I might try an alternative way to ring in “Noon Year” – a party from 10 am to 1 pm at the Arizona-Sonoran Desert Museum where families with young kids can celebrate the new year without missing bedtime. Free with the museum’s regular admission fee. Participants can dance the day away to a live DJ, transform into an animal with face-painting, catch Pretendy Time's improv show, or create with Legos. Plus, it should be a great day to enjoy the museum’s animals and beautiful grounds.
 Here's wishing you and yours a happy, healthy, safe, peaceful, and successful 2024!
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The Ward 3 weekly newsletter from Vice Mayor Dahl is a shared responsibility. Arnie makes the whole thing look good, while he, CJ, Shannon, and Marlene regularly contribute articles. While we are all responsible for content, my role has been the unofficial Editor. This newsletter is our way of highlighting current issues facing the Mayor and Council, happenings in Ward 3, and spotlighting City employees, along with useful neighborhood and non-profit news. It’s our way of communicating what goes on in our corner of the City. Obviously, there is no way we can share all that we do, so sometimes some pictures and stories don’t make the cut. Since this is the last newsletter of 2023, we thought we’d share some of the pics that got left in the camera.
 Planning and Development Services Principal Planner Rebecca Roup with Ward 3 Council Aide Marlene Avelino and Council Aide CJ Boyd.
 The Ward 3 team with members of the CSHW office.
 City Manager Michael Ortega with Vice Mayor Kevin Dahl on pink shirt day.
 Mayor Regina Romero and Vice Mayor Kevin Dahl on a windy day on the balcony of City Hall.
 Ward 3 Community Liaison Mike Edmonds at the front desk.
 Community Liason and Pima County Constable Bennett Bernal wearing his favorite holiday sweater.
 Vice Mayor Kevin Dahl, Ward 3 Council Aide Marlene Avelino and political reporter for the Arizona Daily Star Charles Borla.
 Community Safety, Health & Wellness Community Enrichment Coordinator Naomi Lee, Ward 3 Council Aide Marlene Avelino and not pictured Gael.
 Tucson City Environmental Manager Nicole Gillett, Vice Mayor Dahl, Natalie McCarthy a Ward 3 school attendee, Council Aide CJ Boyd, Ward 3 Office Administrator Shannon Jenkins, and Ward 3 Chief of Staff Katie Bolger.
 The Ward 3 staff with holiday name tags at their end of the year celebrations.
Wishing everyone a Happy Healthy New Year and thanks for reading!
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 Bentley and Nicolas /ID# A826866 & A826865
Age: 4 years & 6 years
Qualities:
Looking for a small dog? We have one - or two! - for you! Bentley and Nicolas are a pair of middle-aged gentlemen who recently came to PACC as strays. They are great buddies and are more than ready to complete your family!
Fee:
Bentley and Nicolas have a $0 adoption fee. A $20 license fee applies to adult dogs. Adoption includes spay or neuter, age-appropriate vaccinations, microchip, and a free vet visit.
Contact:
Pima Animal Care Center, 4000 N. Silverbell Rd.
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 12 - 7 p.m.
Wednesday 1:30-7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m - 5 p.m.
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The Ward 3 office is open open at 1510 E. Grant Rd. from
9 a.m. -1 p.m., Monday through Friday. Staff will answer phone messages, emails and requests for meetings by the next business day. Leave your message at 520-791-4711 or email ward3@tucsonaz.gov.
Please note that our office will be closed on Monday, January 1st.
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Recycle Your Christmas Tree through January 15
 Find a location or learn more here
A Note From Our Public Safety Communications Department
There is often a significant uptick in 911 calls due to fireworks on New Year's Eve. The Tucson Police Department and Tucson Fire Department will respond to reports of gunshots seen or heard, and fires during the festivities. However, the Public Safety Communications Department will inform 911 callers that no response will occur if shots or fires are not witnessed, and TPD and TFD do not respond to reports of fireworks. Please reserve the 911 system for active emergencies and life-threatening events.
Ward 3 Is Accepting Donations for the Iskashitaa Refugee Network!
The Ward 3 office is currently accepting donations of art supplies and canning supplies on behalf of the Iskashitaa Refugee Network. We are ONLY accepting jelly jars, Kerr, Mason, or Ball jars for preserving/ canning, with or without canning rings. Feel free to drop by 1510 E. Grant Rd. during our office hours (9 am to 1 pm Monday through Friday) if you'd like to support the work of this wonderful non-profit with a donation.
Prince Food Pantry 7-8:30 a.m. the First Friday of Every Month
Yoga in the Garden Every Wednesday at 2 p.m.
Grocery Sharing at Tucson Food Share - 2500 N. Stone Ave.
 Groceries are shared Mondays 4:30- 6 p.m.,
Thursdays 6 - 7:30 p.m., and Saturdays from 8-9:30 a.m.
https://tucsonfoodshare.org/ has more information about volunteering, donating, or requesting delivery.
Ready, Set, REC! in December
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Senior Olympic Festival Saturday, January 6 through January 28
 To be eligible you must be 50 years or older. At 50 you’re still barely post-hatched, but that’s what the organizers are allowing. There will once again be a wide variety of events you can register for – archery, golf, horseshoes, badminton, running events, bowling and a bunch more. There will be nearly 100 events scattered around at more than 20 different venues. To get the full rundown on events and how to register visit the Senior Olympic Festival website. The various entry fees vary depending on which event(s) you’re signing up for. And if you have questions about the event please reach out to either Joe Stubbins or Debra Henley at seniorolympics@tucsonaz.gov.
Registration deadline is December 29th. The events will take place between January 6th and 28th, 2024.
Turbeville Talk Upcoming Event on January 26 from 1-2:15 p.m.
The Frances McClelland Institute is excited to invite you to our next engaging Turbeville Talk scheduled for Friday, January 26, 2024, from 1-2:15 p.m. The upcoming talk is titled "Development and Effectiveness of the Parent Support Program, an Online Intervention for Parents and Caregivers of Trans and Gender Expansive Youth." Presented by Dr. Em Matsuno from Arizona State University.
Cradle to Career Math Survey for Parents
Lead Hazard Reduction Program From Older Homes
Home Repair Program for Low income Homeowners
Sustainable Tucson Too Good To Waste Challenge
Plastic Recycling in the Orange Bins
Sign Up for Tucson's Climate Action Report!
You can use this link to subscribe to the Climate Action Report through the City Manager's Office:
https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/AZTUCSON/subscriber/new
Connect Arizona Affordable Connectivity Program
 Programa de conectividad asequible Connect Arizona
Tucson Water Discounts
Call 520-791-5443 to make an appointment or visit this site for more information: https://www.tucsonaz.gov/water/low-income-assistance-program
We welcome your feedback !
Please feel free to email us at Ward3@tucsonaz.gov
To subscribe to this newsletter go to https://www.tucsonaz.gov/ward-3
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