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Hello Tucson,
This week, we are all grieving the loss of our well known Representative Raúl Grijalva. The Ward 6 Council Office, would like to extend our deepest condolences to the Grijalva family with this tremendous loss. His 50 years of service to our community will never be forgotten or be taken for granted. Congressman Grijalva will leave a deep imprint in our community with his legacy of service and leadership.
Rosary: Tuesday, March 25, 4-5:30pm - St. John Catholic Church, 602 W. Ajo Way
Mass: Wednesday, March 26, 10am - St. Augustine Cathedral, 192 South Stone Avenue
Celebration of Life: March 26, 2-6pm - El Casino Ballroom, 437 East 26th Street
In lieu of flowers, the family asked that donations be made to the Raul M. Grijalva Scholarship.
Community Corridor Tool Public Hearing Scheduled
The Mayor and Council will hold a Public Hearing on the proposed Community Corridors Tool and Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment code amendment tonight, March 18, at 6 p.m. The hearing will be held in the Mayor and Council Chambers of City Hall, 255 W Alameda St., and can be viewed virtually on YouTube. For more details and information on submitting comments or speaking at the hearing, please visit the City’s Meeting Schedules and Agendas website.
Location: Mayor & Council Chambers, 255 W Alameda St.
Date: Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Time: 6 p.m. YouTube Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/@CityofTucson/streams
On Wednesday, February 26, the Planning Commission held a public hearing regarding the proposed Community Corridors Tool (CCT) and Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment Unified Development Code (UDC) amendment. Over 25 community members participated, and the Planning Commission unanimously voted to recommend the approval of the proposed code change to the Mayor and Council.
VIDEO: What is the Community Corridors Tool?
The CCT builds on previous planning efforts, including Plan Tucson, Tucson Climate Action and Adaptation Plan, and Move Tucson. The proposed tool would shift zoning regulations to prioritize housing, walkability, and transit access. Learn more at corridors.tucsonaz.gov.
Grant Road Improvement Plan
The Grant Road Improvement Plan has a new RTA Project Manager, Ron Lane. He has taken over Bob Roggenthen's position. We bid a Happy Retirement to Bob and thank him for all his time on this project. Please reach out to him directly with any questions or concerns regarding the project.
Rob Lane: (520) 400-3496
Rob.Lane@tucsonaz.gov
9th Street & Euclid Avenue Bicyclists and Pedestrian Crossing Improvement Project
We are notifying you of the upcoming pedestrian and bicyclists crossing improvements at the 9th Street and Euclid Avenue intersection that are scheduled to begin on Monday, March 25, 2025. This project is part of the 9th St-7th St Bicycle Boulevard project. This project includes removing the existing HAWK crossing that is currently at this location and replacing it with a TOUCAN crossing, which allows for pedestrians and cyclists to cross simultaneously using dedicated signals. The updates to the crossing will include a wider crossing area, combined signals, and cyclist accessibility. Work is scheduled to begin with removal of curb and underground utility investigations. During this work, lane restrictions on Euclid Avenue will be in place between 10th Street and 8th Street and left turns will be prohibited the week of March 25. Two lanes in each direction on Euclid Avenue will be maintained during the duration of the project. Crews are scheduled to work from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. This project is expected to be completed by the end of June 2025.
If you have any questions on the project, please call Project Manager Rob Lane at 520-400-3496 or Public Information Officer Erica Frazelle at 520-429-9646.
Ride Sun Link to the 56th Annual Spring Street Fair!
Getting Around the Street Fair:
Get ready, Tucson! The 56th Annual Fourth Avenue Spring Street Fair is back from March 21-23, bringing a weekend filled with local vendors, delicious food, live entertainment and a vibrant atmosphere.
The Sun Link streetcar will be on a temporary route detour starting Thursday, March 20 at approximately 1 p.m. through Sunday, March 23. Regular service will return Monday, March 24.
There are two ways to get around the street fair. Board the special Sun Tran bus that will shuttle riders around the fair, or travel through Fourth Avenue. Signs will guide you to the nearest temporary stops, just a short distance from the streetcar platforms. Remember to use the crosswalk when crossing the street.
Where to board the Sun Tran bus:
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If you’re heading East to Main Gate/University of Arizona board at Fourth Avenue/Stevens Avenue.
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If you’re heading West to Downtown/Mercado board at University Boulevard/Third Street
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The stop on Fifth Avenue/Sixth Street is conveniently located near the heart of the street fair!
Park your vehicle in any of the metered parking spots, lots or garages along the route, and then hop on the closest streetcar stop to reach the street fair. Remember fares are currently free so hop on and off as many times as you want.
Visit Suntran.com or call Customer Service at (520) 792-9222 (TDD: 520-628-1565) for trip planning assistance or more information about the 56th Annual Spring Street Fair.
Plan Tucson
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The Plan Tucson 2025 draft is now available for your review. This draft lays out a vision for Tucson’s future, focusing on growth, sustainability, and community development. The draft includes goals and policies that will help guide Tucson’s growth over the next decade.
Plan Tucson 2025 Revised Draft
Plan Tucson Executive-Summary
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The Planning Commission will hold their second public hearing to continue to gather feedback on the revised draft before making a recommendation to Mayor and Council. Community members are asked to provide input at this next meeting if you have not done so already.
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Date: Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Tucson Water Survey
Tucson Water has a survey out this month. We invite you to take part in a nationwide survey aimed at understanding household water usage.
Tucson Water is one of 45 utilities across North America participating in the Residential End Uses of Water Study, a project led by Flume and sponsored by the Water Research Foundation.
The data gathered from this study provides valuable insights into how water is used in homes, known as "end uses." These insights help utilities and communities plan for the future, develop effective water efficiency policies, and create rebate and incentive programs for customers.
This survey is completely voluntary, anonymous, and takes just 5–10 minutes to complete. By participating, you’ll also have the chance to enter a raffle to win an iPad.
On behalf of Tucson Water and the research team, we appreciate your time and participation.
Grant-Alvernon Area Plan (GAAP) is Ready for Viewing By the Public
Information from Garden District's neighborhood newsletter.
There are 51 adopted Area Plans across the City. The neighborhood Area Plans feed into “Plan Tucson” which presents the city-wide goals and objectives. An Area Plan is neighborhood specific and addresses neighborhood needs and concerns.
The City uses Area Plans when land use change is proposed, such as rezoning, special exception, etc. The information in an Area Plan informs how the City will move forward with change and increases the neighborhoods’ abilities to influence the development of future land use. The original Grant-Alvernon Area Plan (GAAP) was adopted in 1999. In response to the Grant Rd widening and the development changes that would eventually result from the widening, in 2019, the seven neighborhoods comprising the Grant-Alvernon area requested to revise and update the GAAP. Mayor and council approved moving forward on the revision so, six and a half years ago a call went out for volunteers from Cabrini, Dodge-Flower, Palo Verde, Oak Flower, North Dodge, Doolen-Fruitvale neighborhoods to begin the lengthy process of revising the GAAP.
It's been a long time coming, but the document is finally ready for public viewing and comments. Please join us at one of the upcoming meetings.
Residents of the Grant-Alvernon neighborhoods should be receiving a notification in the mail from the City:
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Tuesday, April 1, 2025
5:30pm-7:00pm
Fellowship Hall at Iglesia Fuente de Vida
2200 N Dodge Blvd.
Thursday, April 3, 2025
5:30pm-7:00pm
AGM Container Controls
3544 E Fort Lowell Rd.
Donations
We are happy to announce that we will begin to accept donations again for immigrants and those in needs. Kaleidoscope Humanitarian Aid is the non-profit organization that will manage all the donations we collect. They also support local organizations that serve unhoused people, veterans, immigrants who have settled in Tucson and are going through the asylum process.
To find more information about Kaleidoscope Humanitarian Aid, please visit their website: https://www.khaid.org/
Here are the items that they currently need:
1. Toiletries - feminine hygiene items, shampoo, toilet paper, tissues
2. Gently used kitchen items - cutlery, plates, pots and pans, paper napkins
Donations can be dropped off at the Ward 6 Council Office, located at 3202 E. 1st Street, Monday through Friday, from 9am to 1pm.
Community Events and Resources
Visit Tucson: Marketing Opportunity for Businesses Along the Streetcar
Visit Tucson is creating a digital deals pass to help drive visitors and residents to businesses located near the Sun Link Streetcar line this summer and we want your business to be included!
Visit Tucson will leverage social media and advertising for our summer marketing campaign to promote the pass. There is no cost to participate! All we ask is for you to take some time to get onboarded into the system and provide an exclusive deal/discount/offer to add to the pass. Deals and offers can be managed throughout the campaign (May 1st through September 1st, 2025).
If you are willing to participate, please fill out the form below no later than March 31st. Once you've filled out the form you will be contacted by a representative from Bandwango, the company we are partering with to build the digital pass.
Garden District
Watershed Management - Sustainable Living for Renters: A Practical Workshop
Have you wanted to adopt sustainable practices but feel like you can’t because you rent? Join us for a renter-specific workshop that will introduce you to simple, practical ways to live more sustainably in your home. Learn how to grow native plants in small spaces, reduce your water usage with simple tricks, reduce plastic in your day-to-day life, and so much more. We'll have demonstrations and discussion, so come prepared to "do" and mingle with like-minded folks!
Habitat Homebuyer Family Volunteers Needed
Rincon Heights Community Garden
Tucson Clean and Beautiful Volunteer Opportunity
Iskashitaa Refugee Network
Pet of the Week
Qualities: Like an actual magpie, this good boy is black and white and super smart! A recent volunteer recently said Magpie’s three best traits are his energy, playfulness and curiosity. He loves being outside and especially benefits from walks, which help him burn off some of that puppy energy. During playgroup at PACC, Magpie has been friendly with other dogs and does well sharing his kennel.
Fee: Magpie is free to adopt. He is neutered, microchipped, and up-to-date on vaccines.
Contact: Pima Animal Care Center, 4000 N. Silverbell Rd., 520-724-5900. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 12pm - 7pm. Wednesday 1:30pm - 7pm. Saturday and Sunday 10am - 5pm.
Ready, Set, Rec Ward 6 Van
Upcoming Meetings
Mayor and Council Meeting
Alvernon Grant Initiative Meeting (AGI)
Tuesday, April 8, 2025, 6-7pm (every 2nd Tuesday of the month)
Emmanuel Church, 1825 N Alvernon Way
5th/Alvernon Crime Coalition
Wednesday, March 26, 2025, 6-7pm (every 4th Wednesday of the month)
Ward 6 Council Office, 3202 E 1st Street
Palo Verde Neighborhood Meeting
Thursday, March 20, 2025, 6:30-8:00pm (every third Thursday of the month)
Ward 6 Council Office, 3202 E 1st Street
29th Street Coalition Meeting
Thursday, March 27, 6-8pm (every 4th Thursday of the month)
Midtown Police Station Public Meeting Room, 1100 S. Alvernon
City of Tucson Resources
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