Hello Tucson,
Materials for the Mayor and Council meeting tomorrow are now available at this link:
At Study Session we will be discussing a range of potential options for generating revenues, including some that could specifically fund transit services and/or our General Fund. We’ll also discuss tactics for preventing street racing and updates related to our continued safeguarding of our groundwater from PFAS contamination.
At least once a month we also discuss the city’s ongoing work to address fentanyl/drug use and homelessness. We have new opportunities related to opioid abuse under the auspices of the City-County Committee that advises us on best uses for opioid settlement funds. I remain in contact with our Regional Behavioral Health Authority (AZ Complete Health) and the County Health Department; collaboration will also require further coordination with our County Attorney and Sheriff so we continuously evaluate our effectiveness on both the treatment and enforcement/accountability sides of the equation. That balance remains our focus related to unsheltered people—compassion and services along with engagement to reduce impacts across public and private properties throughout the city.
Also on our agenda will be updates on federal and state governments.
Thanks as always for weighing in with your input.
Community Invited to Discuss Electric Vehicle Charging Requirements Code Change
The City of Tucson Planning and Development Services Department (PDSD) invites the community to join a virtual meeting to learn about upcoming proposed changes to regulations for electric vehicle (EV) charging in Tucson and provide input. In connection with proposed changes to parking standards being reviewed under the Community Corridors Tool (CCT) code amendments, PDSD is evaluating changes to existing EV charging standards under current parking requirements.
PDSD staff conducted a community survey of the implementation of the regulations to evaluate their effectiveness. Based on the survey results and feedback provided by Mayor and Council at their September 11, 2024 Study Session, areas of potential adjustments to the code were identified. These relate to requirements for site expansion and establishing a path to right size EV requirements when less parking is provided are being proposed.
Staff invites the community to provide feedback on the proposed modifications to Tucson’s electric vehicle charging standards by attending the meeting below.
Date: Thursday, November 21, 2024
Time: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: Virtual - Zoom
Feedback on the code proposal can be provided here. Learn more about City of Tucson Electric Vehicle Readiness.
Learn to Ride with Sun Tran!
Sun Tran invites community members to join the two remaining in-person training sessions. These interactive monthly sessions help new riders navigate Sun Tran’s transit system. Riders will learn everything from trip planning and reading route schedules to loading their bikes onto the bus!
The next two sessions will take place on:
Training sessions will be held at the Sun Tran Administration Building, located at 3910 North Sun Tran Boulevard. Riders can hop on Route 10 and get off at the stop at Romero Road & Smoot Drive. From there, take a short walk West on Smoot Drive until you spot the Sun Tran gate. A map can be found at Suntran.com.
These trainings are open to all ages of the public, making it a great learning experience for anyone in the community! Riders can easily reserve their place by emailing SunTranMarketing@tucsonaz.gov or just stop by on the day of the event.
Join Sun Tran to make the most of Tucson’s transit options, meet fellow riders and move around town with confidence.
For additional information visit Suntran.com or call Customer Service (520) 792-9222 (TDD: 520-628-1565).
Safe Streets Mini-Grant Program and Application Deadline
Are speeding vehicles creating safety concerns in your neighborhood? The solution could be just one application away.
If you have not heard, applications are being accepted for the Safe Streets Mini-Grant Program, a voter-approved initiative designed to help communities implement neighborhood safety measures such as traffic circles, speed humps, chicanes, and more.
These traffic calming measures not only help slow down vehicles but can also add attractive features that beautify your streets, creating a more welcoming environment for everyone. This is a great opportunity for you and your neighbors to work together and create a safer, more vibrant community.
The deadline to apply is December 31, 2024 at 11:59 p.m., so don't wait, take action today to help improve your neighborhood’s safety! For more information:
If you have any questions or need assistance with your application, feel free to contact Andrea Altamirano by email at Andrea.Altamirano@tucsonaz.gov or by phone at 520-965-1220. Together, let's make your neighborhood safer, more beautiful, and more vibrant!
Tucson Water Distributes Notification Under U.S. EPA's Revised Lead and Copper Rule
Tucson Water continues to serve lead-free water. As part of the new U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (USEPA) Lead and Copper Rule Revisions (LCRR), Tucson Water is in the process of distributing notifications to customers to ensure continued compliance with federal water quality standards designed to protect public health.
Tucson Water, as well as other community water systems across the nation, is complying with the LCRR requirements by notifying customers of the need to identify their service line material. No action is required by customers at this time.
Those who received the notification were contacted because their service lines are constructed of unknown material. In the future, Tucson Water will reach out to those customers to assist in identifying the material of their service line and, if needed, take action to coordinate a replacement.
The revised rule, which became effective in October 2024, aims to reduce lead and copper levels in drinking water by strengthening monitoring, corrosion control measures, and public notification requirements. Tucson Water is committed to maintaining high water quality and safeguarding the health of our community.
“Thankfully for all of us, lead service lines are not very common in Tucson,” said John Kmiec, Director of Tucson Water. “These updates to the Lead and Copper Rule by USEPA reflect the water industry’s ongoing commitment to public health and safety of community water supplies.”
For more information visit:
Casa Alitas
As the temperature drops, Casa Alitas shared a list of additional items they currently need. Please bring the donations to the Ward 6 Council Office at 3202 E. 1st Street, Monday to Friday from 9am-1pm.
- Winter coats, gloves, warm hats for all
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Women's leggings and girl's and boy's pants
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Long pants (men’s/women’s)
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Long sleeve shirts for all sizes.
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New underwear for all in small sizes
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Shoes all sizes and any style
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Jackets, sweatshirts, sweatpants
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Socks (new or lightly worn) for men, women and children
This picture shows all sorts of donations we received last week. Thank you to everyone who continues to drop off the donations, we appreciate your generosity and it is great to know we are part of the community that looks out for each other!
ByFusion Tiny Home
The ByFusion tiny home that was placed in front of the Ward 6 Council Office is being relocated to its new home at McCormick Park. The Parks and Recreation Department will repurpose it as a tool shed for the gardens situated on the park's north side. For now, the tiny home will be temporarily stationed in the parking lot until preparations are complete for its permanent placement near the gardens.
Community Events and Resources
That's a Wrap: Tucson's Utility Box Art
When you are downtown, we encourage you to check out the public art on utility boxes along Congress St. and Broadway Boulevard. Through the grant-funded public art project called That's a Wrap Utility Box Art, five local artists were selected, each creating two designs that were reviewed and approved by the Panel. A story map is available for the public to explore:
https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/cbb4d3122848489f9b3bdcc3eabda6b6.
Thank you to the Arts Foundation for Tucson and Southern Arizona and everyone involved in making this project happen.
Highland Vista Porchfest
Join Highland Vista's FREE fall Porch Fest 2-6 p.m. Nov. 24. The midtown, family-friendly music festival features 17 bands playing five stages throughout the neighborhood as well as food trucks. At 5 p.m. everyone gathers at the park to listen to the final band of the day. For more information:
https://www.highlandvista.org/porch-fest-2024 [highlandvista.org]
Ready, Set, Rec Ward 6 Van
Upcoming Meetings
Mayor and Council Meeting
Tuesday, 11/19
View agenda online: https://tucsonaz.hylandcloud.com/221agendaonline
Watch live:https://www.youtube.com/@cityoftucson/live
5th/Alvernon Crime Coalition
Wednesday 11/20, 6-7pm
Ward 6 Council Office, 3202 E 1st Street
29th Street Crime Coalition
Thursday 12/5, 6pm – 8pm
Midtown Police Station
1100 S. Alvernon- Northwest corner of 22nd and Alvernon in the public meeting room
City of Tucson Resources
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