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Like so many people our office heard from, I was outraged last fall when a few people took it upon themselves to cut down more than 75 mature trees in the City-owned Navajo Wash as an unauthorized attempt to discourage people camping there. The same people then sued us, claiming the City had created a nuisance in the wash that caused them damages, arguing that the situation was similar to “The Zone” in Phoenix. It wasn’t.
 Trees cut down illegally at Navajo Wash.
I am pleased to report that their lawsuit failed. The Court rejected the Plaintiffs’ claims and found in favor of the City on all claims. You can read the details in this article: https://tinyurl.com/3wyb6scc
 More cut down trees at Navajo Wash.
Now that the lawsuit is resolved, we intend to plant more trees and additional vegetation this fall.
As for any other actions that may be taken against the perpetrators of the illegal tree destruction, the City is still weighing options on how to proceed.
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 From left to right: Wendy Erica Werden -TEP, Ryan Lenahan -Wells Fargo, Adrian Keller - Solar United Neighbors, Kelly Huber - Community Foundation for Southern Arizona, Frank Velásquez Jr. - Drawing Studio, Vice Mayor Kevin Dahl, Pima County Supervisor Adelita Grijalva, Rip Nicholson from Technicians for Sustainability, Brian Park Technicians for Sustainability.
Located in Ward 3 on the corner of Tucson Boulevard and Glenn Street, The Drawing Studio is a local non-profit that offers fee based and free art classes, workshops, events and exhibits. The solar panels will help The Drawing Studio save money on the ever increasing electric bills and be more ecologically responsible by reducing their carbon footprint.
 Pima County Supervisor Adelita Grijalva and VIce Mayor Kevin Dahl.
In 2022 The Nonprofit Solar Project launched in order to help local community service organizations convert to solar power. Tucson Foundations, Tucson Electric Power, Wells Fargo, and other CFSA donors help fund the project.
 Vice Mayor Kevin Dahl speaking to the crowd before the ribbon cutting at the Drawing Studio.
The solar panels were installed by Technicians for Sustainability, who were also on site for the celebration, as was District 5 Pima County Supervisor and Board Chair Adelita Grijalva and her staff.
 The newly installed solar panels at The Drawing Studio.
The Ward 3 office hopes to be attending more of these ribbon cuttings in the future 😊
Community Hope Repair Projects of Arizona (CHRPA) is a non-profit organization that assists low-income homeowners residing in Tucson and Pima County. For over 40 years the agency has offered emergency home repair services, as well as adaptive and safety modifications for individuals with disabilities. The primary objective of the organization is to improve the quality of life of the community by ensuring that every individual has access to safe and habitable housing.
 Data by the numbers provided by Community Hope Repair Projects of Arizona (CHRPA)
CHRPA has been doing amazing work in Ward 3 for several years. The organization is mostly comprised of volunteers who answer the calls of residents who need repairs or maintenance on their homes but can't afford to do them. Sometimes something as simple as replacing an outlet or fixing a cooler could save a life. But, for the people without the ability or resources to do so CHRPA volunteers and their efforts are a sigh of relief.
 New stairs in the process of being installed for a resident by CHRPA.
From February to March of this year, CHRPA helped almost two dozen households in our ward. The services spanned from simple assessments to full-on repairs such as replacing shower pans and installing grab bars for a resident in their 80s. All of the clients that CHRPA helped out are below 51% of the current Area Median Income (AMI) of $44,750 a year for a one-person household, in Pima County. This puts CHRPA’s clients’ annual earnings at less than $22,000 a year, which is considered “very low-income” by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
 A CHRPA volunteer installing a new shower pan in a resident's home.
Almost three-quarters of the people served have a disability which makes most of the work that CHRPA does accessibility projects.
Our office firmly believes in the work that CHRPA is doing in our community and has contributed funds to support their work in helping others. If you would like to support their efforts please click on the button below to donate.
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 BIXY /ID# A830183
Age: 3 years
Qualities:
Beautiful girl Bixy is a sweet, sensitive girl who is nervous in the shelter - and who can blame her? However, since arriving, she's opened up so much with our staff and volunteers, showing us more and more personality and affection each day. While she can be shy at first, these days she's rolling over for belly rubs, leaning in for snuggles, and making us laugh with her playful antics. Bixy is a good friend to other dogs and does well in our playgroups, and she would likely benefit from a calm, confident buddy in her future home to show her the ropes. Come meet this special girl at PACC today!
Fee:
Togo has 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, 12pm - 7pm.
Wednesday 1:30-7pm. Saturday and Sunday 10am - 5pm.
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Balboa Heights Neighborhood Meeting
Saturday 5/18, 8:30 - 9:30 am
Jacinto Park, 2600 N. 15th Ave.
RillitoBend Neighborhood Meeting
Saturday 5/18, 9 - 11am
Rio Vista Natural Resource Park
Ramada #1
Samos Neighborhood Association
Tuesday 5/21, 6:30 - 7:30 pm
1609 E. Spring St.
Jefferson Park Neighborhood Association
Tuesday 5/22, 6 - 7 pm
Ward 3 Community Room
1510 E. Grant Rd
The Ward 3 office is open at 1510 E. Grant Rd. from
9 am -1 pm, 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.
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Stop by the Ward 3 office to drop off any donations between May 20-30
GRANT ROAD – ALVERNON WAY TO SWAN ROAD IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
PHASE 3-4
CONSTRUCTION TO BEGIN
The Grant Road Improvement Project from Alvernon Way to Swan Road (Sparkman Boulevard to Venice Place) is scheduled to begin on Monday, May 20, 2024. Granite Construction, under contract with the City of Tucson Department of Transportation and Mobility, will begin this project on the west end of the limits, at Sparkman Boulevard and proceed east.
To minimize the impact to the traveling public, this first phase of work, which includes relocating underground utilities, will take place at night, from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m., Sunday through Thursday. Lane restrictions will be in place during this work.
At completion, this improvement project will include six travel lanes, landscaped medians, buffered bike lanes, sidewalks, transit stop upgrades, indirect left turns and protected intersection improvements at Alvernon Way and Grant Road. A 96-inch diameter underground storm drain system will also be constructed throughout the project limits. This project is expected to be complete by the end of 2026.
To learn more about this project visit – www.grantroad.info
The Regional Transportation Authority, a political subdivision of the state and independently governed, has invested more than $1.4 billion in transportation projects and services to improve mobility, safety, economic vitality and quality of life in the region. The RTA collects a half-cent excise (sales) tax from its special taxing district within Pima County to fund its 20-year regional transportation plan. The plan and tax were approved by voters in May 2006. The Grant Road Phase 3&4 Improvement Project is part of the RTA plan and is managed by the City of Tucson. For more information, visit www.RTAmobility.com
Ward 3 sponsored Shred-it Event to benefit Lend a Hand Senior Assistance Saturday, May 18, 2024 from 7am to 9am
Limberlost Neighborhood Association Muffins N' Mingle Saturday, May 18th at 10 am
AZ NORML Highway Clean Up at Trader Joe's May 18, at 6 am.
Location: We start the clean up at Fort Lowell and Campbell, 3219 N Campbell Ave. Tucson, AZ 85719. We end our cleanup near Campbell and River at 4209 N. Campbell Ave.
AZ NORML Sponsored Event: Stellar Smokes Shop & Lounge, May 18, 2024 From 7-10 pm
Located at: 22nd and Wilmot, 1112 S Wilmot Rd.
Food distribution: Food4Life is Saturday, May 18, at New Life Community Church of the Nazarene 3367 N. Geronimo.
Sign-up begins at 8 a.m and continues as long as they have food. Food is usually distributed beginning around 10, and they finish by 11 or 11:30. They have vegetables, fruit, packaged food, desserts, dairy, and some meat. You get to select your own food. There are no income, residency, or other requirements. Clothing is also available from 8 to 9 a.m.
Free Outdoor Movie Night at the Drawing Studio on May 24 at 7:45 pm
Tucson Rock Camp June 10-15 at 4 pm
 
Big Brothers Big Sisters Is Looking For Volunteers
Community Garden Plots Available
Ready, Set, REC! in May
Lend a Hand Senior Assistance Volunteer Opportunity
Pima College Adult Basic Education is looking for Volunteers
Go Electric AZ is Looking For Individuals Interested in Electrification of Their Homes and Their Transportation
 Sustainable Tucson's Energy Transformation Working Group (ETWG) provides a volunteer-based service dedicated to helping homeowners transition to electrified and energy-efficient homes. The website is goelectricaz.org. That program has completed its first training for coaches and is accepting clients on a limited basis. If you would like to receive assistance on electrifying your home, sign up at goelectricaz.org/client.
Grocery Sharing at Tucson Food Share - 2500 N. Stone Ave.
 Groceries are shared Mondays 4:30- 6:00 pm,
Thursdays 6:00 - 7:30 pm, and Saturdays from 8am-9:30am.
https://tucsonfoodshare.org/ has more information about volunteering, donating, or requesting delivery.
Prevent Lead Exposure in Your Home
Programa de Control de Peligros de Pintura a Base de Plomo
We welcome your feedback !
Please feel free to email us at Ward3@tucsonaz.gov
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