City of Tucson Launches Safe City Task Force
The City of Tucson today, Oct. 30, announces the formation of the Safe City Task Force (SCTF), a new advisory body established to strengthen collaboration and develop community-driven solutions for a safer, more resilient Tucson. The task force is part of the Safe City Initiative, an ongoing effort in response to community concerns, that is working to prevent crime and improve quality of life for all Tucsonans.
Introduced in an open letter to Tucson residents by Mayor Regina Romero, the Safe City Task Force will serve as an advisory group to the City Manager and, ultimately, to the Mayor and Council. The initiative brings together a diverse group of community leaders, service providers, and public safety professionals to address the root causes of safety challenges and improve coordination across key systems.
“We have an urgent need in our community to prevent crime and address substance abuse and mental health issues,” said Mayor Romero. “The Safe City Task Force will bring their expertise and resources to provide guidance on policies and programs that can help make Tucson safer for everyone.”
The SCTF will include representatives from across Tucson’s diverse community, including organizations and individuals working in behavioral health, substance use recovery, homelessness services, housing, justice, and neighborhood safety. Business and community partners are also invited to participate, recognizing their important role in sustaining a strong local economy and quality of life.
The Task Force’s work will focus on improving coordination among city departments and partner agencies addressing:
- Substance use and mental health services
- Community safety and crisis response
- Housing stability and homelessness
- Neighborhood cleanliness, including litter and graffiti prevention
- Business and community well-being
The first meeting of the Safe City Task Force will be held in mid-November, and meetings will continue monthly.
“It is clear that meeting our current challenges and building a safe city will require all of us working together,” said City Manager Tim Thomure. “By coordinating our approach across systems and agencies—from public safety to mental health to housing—we can create meaningful and lasting impact.”
Mayor Romero's Open Letter on Safety to Tucson
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