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Council Member Fimbres’ March Letter |
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Dear Friends,
On Thursday, March 13, our city lost a true champion to our community with the passing of Congressman Raúl Grijalva. As another Latino Public Servant, I admired his steadfast commitment to his community and environmental causes. He was a voice for immigration and a hero to the tribal communities. As mentioned by others, he led without the fear of repercussion and stood strong to his beliefs. He said, “no matter where you’re from the truth unites us all.”
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We send our sincere condolences to his wife Ramona, his three daughters Adelita, Marisa, Raquel and grandchildren. The outpour of support from our community is tremendous, which confirms that Raúl was a man of integrity, a fierce voice of equality, a champion of the environment and environmental justice. He was loyal, kind, honest and exceptionally humble. We can all live by his actions. The legacy and effort of Congressman Raúl Grijalva will continue. I am confident that he will rest-in-peace knowing that others who viewed him as their role model will continue his fight. He set the path; we must continue the journey. He will be deeply missed.
As we descend into March, we celebrate the wonderful contributions and influence women have had in history and in our lives during Women’s History Month.
It is important for me to recognize a few women who have been extremely influential during my time at Ward 5 and who have provided their selfless leadership to their neighborhoods and communities. They are Regina Romero, Adelita Grijalva, Betty Villegas, Annie Sykes, Charlotte Cruz, Beki Quintero, Patricia Garcia, Cindy Ayala, Alma Gallardo, Cassandra Becerra, Liz Soltero, Maria Cardenas, Lupita Robles, Mary Kuchar, and the late Maggie Gerring and Patricia Smith. Their determination and perseverance to get things done in their community inspire us all. They are heroes with angels’ wings and who all deserve to be celebrated. We are extremely thankful for their service.
It would behoove me if I didn’t mention the greatest woman in my life, my wife, Mary Fimbres. She too deserves great recognition for her work as a Council Aide for Council Members, Steve Leal, Rodney Glassman and Paul Cunningham. She spent countless hours working with constituents ensuring their needs were met. She has made great sacrifices professionally and personally doing the work she loved. She has been beside me for over 47 years. She is my hero, inspiration and blessing.
March is also when we celebrate the great work of Cesar E. Chavez and Dolores Huerta. They were champions of nonviolent social change and crusaders for economic justice and civil rights. Through their hard work and determination, they fought for the rights of field workers throughout the Southwest.
Eleven years ago, my colleagues and I voted to make the City of Tucson the first city or government entity in Arizona to have a paid holiday and day of service that honors Cesar E. Chavez. On February 19 of this year, we unanimously agreed to add Dolores Huerta’s name to the city holiday along with Cesar E. Chavez. Because of their hard work and determination, their legacy continues to inspire us all.
 Thank you for allowing me to share my experiences with you. It has been an incredible journey these past 15 years. I look forward to sharing more with you in coming letters.
Peace.
 Your Ward 5 Council Member
COT Employee Shout Out: Liz Morales
In honor of Women’s History Month, we are thrilled to feature Liz Morales in this month’s COT Employee Shout out.
Liz is an Assistant City Manager for the City of Tucson. She has a strong background in housing and community development, having previously served as the Director of the Department of Housing & Community Development for the city of Mesa before coming to Tucson as the Director of the Department of Housing and Community Development. In her current role, Liz oversees several city departments, including the Tucson Police Department, Tucson Fire, and the Department of Housing & Community Development. Her typical day involves meetings with the City Manager, department directors, and community partners to address a wide range of issues affecting the Tucson community. Liz's biggest challenges in her role include addressing the issues of homelessness and the opioid/fentanyl crisis, but she praises Tucson's efforts to tackle these problems. Liz's advice to those considering a career in public service is to be open to learning and ready to make a difference, emphasizing that no one can do this job alone.
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COT Employee Shout Out: Lisa Cañez
In keeping with Women’s History Month, we are excited to feature Lisa Cañez.
Lisa is the executive assistant to TPD Chief of Police Chad Kasmar, Deputy Chief Monica Prieto, and Assistant Chiefs Diana Duffy, Stacie Schaner, Michael Silva, and Mickey Petersen. She has been working for the City of Tucson for 22 years, previously working for the Arizona Department of Corrections. Her typical day involves managing the calendars and preparing documents for the TPD leadership, especially for Mayor & Council Meetings that include items pertaining to TPD and public safety in general, as well as other meetings outside of Tucson. A major challenge she faces is ensuring the public's concerns are addressed by directing them to the right person. Despite the challenges, Lisa enjoys the camaraderie in her office and considers this the best job she's ever had. Her advice for those considering a career in public service is to come with an open mind and not let the small things stress them out.
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Sunnyside High School Girls’ Wrestling
The Ward 5 Council Office would like to recognize the Sunnyside Girls Wrestling Team! They won their history-making state championship. To celebrate, Raising Cane's hosted a championship lunch for the team, where I presented them with certificates and a Medallion of Hope. Congratulations, ladies, you have demonstrated excellent skills, discipline, and commitment, which has led to you achieve greatness and success. Go Blue Devils!
Jade Armstrong
Isela Villalobos
Jazlene Wyatt
Brianda Marquez
Alexeyda Madrid
Iliana Castañeda
Miabella Martinez
Athena Puentes
Sariah Moreno
Aly Ybarra
Soleil Ponce
Jaylean Alfaro
Alezandra Robles
Leah Vasquez
Bianca Cobo
Isabel Vasquez
Sunny Robles
Coaches
William Olivas (Head Coach)
Jose Parra
Ray Martinez
Ricky Villegas
James Armstrong
  
Upcoming Ward 5
Neighborhood Association Meetings
Neighborhood: Fairgrounds
Date: Thursday, April 3
Time: 6:00PM – 7:00PM
Location: La Mariposa Park (301 E. Aviation Dr.)
Neighborhood: South Park
Date: Monday, April 7
Time: 6:00PM—7:00PM
Location: Quincie Douglas Center (1575 E. 36th St.)
Neighborhood: Pueblo Gardens
Date: Tuesday, April 15
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Quincie Douglas Center (1575 E. 36th St.)
Neighborhood: Miles
Date: Wednesday, April 16
Time: 6:30PM—7:30PM
Location: Miles Exploratory Learning Center (1400 E. Broadway Blvd.)
Neighborhood: Sunnyside
Date: Monday, April 21
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: El Pueblo Activity Center (101 W. Irvington Rd.)
Neighborhood: Las Vistas
Date: Tuesday, April 29
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Southside Community School, Room 2 (2701 S. Campbell Ave.)
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Upcoming Mayor and Council Meetings
Date: Tuesday, April 8
Study Session: 1:00 PM
Regular Meeting: 5:30 PM
Location: Mayor and Council Chambers
City Hall, 1st Floor.
255 West Alameda Street
Tucson, Arizona 85701
Date: Tuesday, April 22
Study Session: 2:00 PM
Regular Meeting: 5:30 PM
Location: Mayor and Council Chambers
City Hall, 1st Floor.
255 West Alameda Street
Tucson, Arizona 85701
(Doors open 30 minutes before start time)
You can also watch the Mayor & Council Meetings on the City of Tucson’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@cityoftucson/live
2025 Silver Spike Jubilee
I want to invite everyone to the Southern Arizona Transportation Museum’s Silver Spike Jubilee and the Dedication of the “Arrival of the Railroad” Mural. My father Gilbert Fimbres worked for the Southern Pacific Railroad for 38 years. His image is depicted on the mural. They are also celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Museum. I would like to thank Dr. Ken Karrels for the great work he does at the Museum, as well as congratulate and thank Bill and Gabriel Singleton, for their excellent artistry and vision to bring the 3-panel mural to life. The event will be held this Saturday, March 22, at 9:30 AM at the Museum, 414 N. Toole Ave. Admission is free. Hope to see everyone there.
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Help shape the future of Parkview Park— join us for food and design fun!
Parkview Park is getting a stormwater makeover
Pima County Regional Flood Control District is working with Julia Keen residents to design a new neighborhood Stormwater Park – located on the southern section of Parkview Park. Join us at upcoming events to see design concepts for planned improvements and provide input on the final design.
Mural Painting Party in Parkview Park
Don’t miss this fun event Saturday, April 5th from 9am to 11am Parkview Park. Get creative and help us paint murals on the benches and picnic tables around the park – plus enjoy a free lunch. We hope you will join us and your neighbors to help envision the future of the park.
Learn More & Stay Connected. For details on the project and a full list of events, visit the Julia Keen Stormwater Park Website. We look forward to your input and participation!
Pima County Flood Regional Flood Control is grateful to our wonderful partners, Ward 5, Storm to Shade, Julia Keen Neighborhood Association, and Flowers and Bullets, for helping make this project happen.
PRINCE
ID# A828871
Age: 2 years
Qualities: Shelter life is hard for dogs, but it’s not enough to get this sweet boy down. Prince is PACC's current longest-stay dog and has been at the shelter for about 10 months, and in that time, he’s quickly become a favorite among staff and volunteers. He’s affectionate, housebroken, crate-trained and a big fan of car rides. He gets along great with young children and the other dogs at PACC. If you’re looking for years of love and laughter, Prince is your guy!
Fee: Prince is free to adopt. He is neutered, up-to-date on vaccines, and microchipped.
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.
City of Tucson Named Municipality of The Year
The City of Tucson recently was named Municipality of the Year by Circular Arizona for its efforts in sustainability and waste management, including managing the Los Reales Sustainability Campus and expanded recycling and composting programs. This award recognizes Tucson’s leadership in reducing waste, reusing materials, and protecting the environment. The award was given at Circular Arizona’s annual meeting on Thursday, Feb. 27, where state leaders talked about current and future sustainability efforts.
A Message from Pima Animal Care Center (PACC)
“We’re thrilled to be back at Quincie Douglas for another PACC/Ward 5 spay/neuter event. PACC’s professional veterinary staff will be on site offering these critically important services. Participating in this event is the community doing its part to control the animal population in Pima County. We’re grateful to the Quincie Douglas staff and to council member Fimbres and his team at Ward 5 for their support of this event. We hope to see you there.”
- Steve Kozachik, Director
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WARD 5 OFFICE
4300 S. Park Ave.
Tucson, Arizona 85714
Phone: (520) 791-4231
Fax: (520) 791-3188
Ward5@tucsonaz.gov
HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday—Thursday: 8 AM to 5 PM
Friday: 8 AM to 4 PM
WARD 5 STAFF
Lupita Robles - Chief of Staff
Mary Kuchar - Council Aide
Gabriel Holguin – Council Aide
Cindy Gonzales – Council Aide
Lita Reyes - Staff Assistant
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