Ward 3 Office Hours and Staff
 The Ward 3 office is open at 1510 E. Grant Rd. from 9 am - 1 pm for walk-ins or later by appointment, 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.
Please note that our office will be closed on Friday November 6th for staff training and development. We'll also be closed on Wednesday November 11th in observance of Veterans Day.
We welcome your feedback!
Next Mayor & Council Meeting
The next Mayor and Council Meeting will be on November 4th.
Once available, the agenda will be posted here:
Ward 3 Neighborhood Meetings
Doolen-Fruitvale Neighborhood Association Meeting
Saturday 10/31, 8:30 am - 9:30 am
Sparkman Butterfly Garden, 2645 N. Sparkman Blvd.
Limberlost Neighborhood Association
Saturday, 10/31, 10:00am -1:00 pm
Limberlost Family Park, 4255 N. 4th Ave.
Desert Mallow Neighborhood Association Meeting
Wednesday 11/11, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Ward 3 Community Room, 1510 E. Grant Rd.
Feldman's Neighborhood Association
Thursday, 11/12, 7-8pm
St. Francis Chapel at St. Luke's Home, 615 E. Adams St.
Campbell Grant NE Neighborhood Association
Friday 11/13, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Ward 3 Community Room, 1510 E. Grant Rd.
Mountain First Neighborhood Association
Saturday 11/14, 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Mitchell Park, 1100 E. Mitchell St.
RillitoBend Neighborhood Association
Saturday 11/14, 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
San Remo Apartments Recreation Room, 3875 N. Country Club Rd.
Barrio Blue Moon Neighborhood Association
Sunday, 11/15, 5:30-6:30
Blue Moon Community Garden
Events &
Announcements
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Are you aware of this local resource that provides support, resources, and advocacy to domestic violence and sexual assault survivors?
The Pima Family Advocacy Center is now operating at a 2530 E. Broadway (Broadway and Tucson) with access to coordinated services like medical exams, legal services, law enforcement, counseling, and other community resources. Their goal is to simplify the path to resources and support for survivors by creating a one stop shop of local services.
Free services for Cats and Dogs on 10/31 at the Donna Liggins Center, 2160 N. 6th Ave.
 Services include wellness checkups and vaccines and pet food and supplies.
Servicios Gratuitos para Perros y Gatos en 10/31 en Donna Liggins Center, 2160 N. 6th Ave.
 Servicios incluye revisiones de bienestar y vacunas y alimento y articulos para mascotas gratis.
Plant Sale Benefitting Lend A Hand Senior Assistance on 10/30, 10/31, and 11/01
Halloween Event at Navajo Hills Apartments on 10/31
 The good folks at the Pima County Regional Flood Control District are hosting a Halloween event on Saturday 10/31 in the Amphi neighborhood. Residents and neighbors are invited to this free event where they'll have opportunities to provide input on community assets, park features, and preliminary design ideas.
Pima County Safety and Beautification Grants for Small Businesses
The Southern Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is providing grants up to $10,000 from a Pima County funding source: an initial $250,000 from the proceeds gained from the sale of County land to Project Blue.
Qualifying for-profit and nonprofit businesses with 50 or fewer employees can apply for two types of grants, Community Improvement and Community Investment, for projects that seek to make safety and visual appeal improvements to the business. To be considered, grant proposals must include one or more of the following:
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Safety Improvements, such as security cameras or exterior lighting
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Beautification Projects, such as murals, exterior painting or façade improvements
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Clean-Up and Restoration, such as graffiti removal, power washing, or exterior repair
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Placemaking Projects, such as improved landscaping, shade structures, or community-facing art
Interested businesses can apply for the grants Oct. 30 by visiting the Chamber’s website.
Get On Board!
 Hello neighbor,
Tucson’s first Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) is coming to Stone Avenue! This new high-capacity transit service will connect people and places between the Tohono Tadai Transit Center/Tucson Mall and the downtown Ronstadt Transit Center.
We need your input.
You’re invited to an open house on Monday, November 9, 2026, to view early draft plans for Stone Ave BRT and submit your feedback. If you cannot attend, you can visit our website anytime between November 9, 2026, and December 9, 2026, to experience our online open house. Partial Funding for this project is included in the RTA Next Plan.
Stone Ave BRT Open House
Monday, November 9, 2026
5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Pima Community College Downtown Campus
Amethyst Community Room
1255 N. Stone Ave.
Tucson, AZ 85709
 Hola vecino,
¡El primer Autobús de Transporte Rápido (BRT) de Tucson llegará pronto a Stone Avenue! Este nuevo servicio de tránsito de alta capacidad conectará a las personas y los lugares entre el Tohono Tadai Transit Center/Tucson Mall y el Ronstadt Transit Center en downtown.
Necesitamos su opinión.
Está invitado a una reunión pública el lunes 9 de noviembre de 2026, para ver los planes preliminares del Stone Ave BRT y enviar sus comentarios. Si no puede asistir, puede visitar nuestro sitio web en cualquier momento entre el 9 de noviembre de 2026 y el 9 de diciembre de 2026 para ver nuestra reunión pública en línea. La financiación parcial de este proyecto está incluida en el Plan RTA Next.
Stone Ave BRT Reunión Pública
Lunes 9 de noviembre de 2026
5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Campus de Downtown del Pima Community College
Salón Comunitario Amethyst
1255 N. Stone Ave.
The Streets Equation, Budget Engagement Forums in November 2026
 Join The Streets Equation — a series of in-person and virtual forums where residents can share feedback on street maintenance and construction, transportation, and road safety as the City plans its Fiscal Year 2028 budget.
Forums will include budget education, informational presentations, small-group discussions, and opportunities for resident feedback. Each event is free, in person, and open to all Tucson residents.
Days of Connection Event on Saturday, 11/14 at Rio Vista Natural Resource Park
 Join us for the first Days of Connection along the Rillito at Rio Vista Natural Resource Park! November Day of Connection will be taking place at Rio Vista Park and the Rillito Creek right next door to Tucson Village Farm.
On Saturday, November 14th between 8am-11am join Tucson Clean and Beautiful, Friends of Rio Vista Park, Pima County, Tucson Bird Alliance, Pima County Co-op Extension, United Way and other partners as we come together to celebrate connection along our waterways through a day of fun, stewardship and connecting with nature and community!
- 7AM – Early Bird Walk and Stewardship, Event Set-up
- 8AM- Grounding and Welcome
- 8:30AM- Days of Connection Activities
- 10AM – Days of Connection Panel: Touching Dirt – The holistic benefits of getting outdoors and getting our hands dirty
- 11AM – Gratitudes and Impact Report!
Burglary Investigation Leads to Arrest in Fort Lowell Area
from the TPD Patrol Newsletter for Operations Division Midtown (ODM):
 ODM investigated a series of five burglaries reported during August in the Fort Lowell and Alvernon area, including incidents affecting several medical offices. The repeated incidents raised concerns for nearby businesses and prompted investigative follow-up.
Through their investigative work, officers identified and arrested a suspect connected to several of the incidents. The suspect acknowledged involvement in three burglaries, while investigators continued reviewing evidence to determine whether other incidents were related.
This case highlights the importance of recognizing crime patterns and following up on reports from local businesses. ODM remains committed to addressing property crime and working with business owners to improve safety throughout Midtown.
Operations Division West Special Deployment and Parks Operations
from the TPD Patrol Newsletter for Operations Division West (ODW):
 On September 24, 2026, members of ODW Squads 4 and 8, Bicycle Patrol Officer Atchley, and Community Service Officers Chance and Phillips conducted a special deployment targeting criminal activity in city parks and along the VIVA corridor.
Enforcement efforts focused on trespassing, criminal damage, outstanding warrants, and open-air drug use. Personnel also patrolled De Anza, Esquer, and Estevan Parks, continuing enforcement efforts during regular park hours and after closing.
The deployment resulted in:
- 14 traffic stops
- 5 field interviews
- 21 misdemeanor arrests
- 1 felony arrest
- 30 narcotic pills seized
- 1 weapon seized
ODW has the highest proactive policing arrests of any park in the city. Anza Park is first, with Estevan Park a close second.
Proactive policing arrests from September 2026:
- Anza Park – 66
- Estevan Park – 60
Enforcement makes a difference in keeping parks and neighborhoods safe!
2027 Senior Olympic Festival Registration Begins Monday. Nov. 2nd
 Tucson Parks and Recreation and Pain Institute of Southern Arizona present the 42nd annual Senior Olympic Festival. This festival is a celebration to promote fitness, health, and an active lifestyle among adults 50 years of age and older. Events include volleyball, bowling, bridge, racquetball, basketball shoot, pickleball, adaptive pickleball, archery, golf, tennis, horseshoes, badminton, and so much more. The event is expected to attract 2,000+ participants and is Tucson’s largest organized annual senior activity. Special thanks to our title sponsor, Pain Institute of Southern Arizona.
Who: Ages 50 or older
When: Jan. 3-31, 2027
Where: Various venues throughout the city
Hope in the Park on 11/13
 A 1-stop event for people experiencing homelessness to connect to services and resources including health screening, legal assistance, and clothing and haircuts.
AZ Fall Art in the Park at the Rillito Raceway Park on 11/14 and 11/15
A new fall arts experience comes to one of Tucson's most distinctive outdoor settings. AZ Fall Art in the Park brings together more than 150 artists, makers and creative businesses alongside live entertainment, culinary experiences, demonstrations and interactive activities. Visitors can explore fine art, jewelry, ceramics, fashion, photography, mixed media, home décor and handcrafted work while meeting the people who create it. Multiple entertainment experiences and family activities create a festival atmosphere designed for wandering, discovering and spending the day together. Set against the historic grounds of Rillito Raceway Park, the weekend celebrates what happens when art, food, music and community share one space. Every purchase also directly supports independent creative businesses and Arizona's growing creative economy.
Save the Date! La Madera Porchfest on Sunday, 11/15
Tucsonans Talk Displacement
  Event Information:
Santa Rosa Neighborhood Center, Nov 19th 5:30 PM.
Donna Liggins Rec Center, Nov 21st 9:00 AM.
Zoom, November 23 5:30 PM.
Tucson Police Department Wins Four Grants to Reduce Traffic Fatalities and Unsafe Driving
The Tucson Police Department (TPD) recently received four grants from the Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (GOHS), under the direction of Director J.M. “Jesse” Torrez. The GOHS grants are meant to reduce traffic fatalities and unsafe driving behavior. This grant funding will be utilized through Sept. 30, 2027. The grants include $70,000 for DUI enforcement, $55,509 for occupant protection, $40,000 for distracted driving prevention, and $65,313 for selective traffic enforcement.
City of Tucson opens FY2028 P-CHIP Call for Projects
The City of Tucson’s Housing and Community Development (HCD) Department released the Requests for Proposals (RFPs) on October 19 for Fiscal Year 2028 funding through the People, Communities, and Homes Investment Plan (P-CHIP) Call for Projects.
Approximately $2.6 million will be available to eligible nonprofit organizations and City departments to support programs and services that focus on improving access to safe and affordable housing, as well as supporting stronger communities and the well-being of Tucsonans. P-CHIP provides funding from three different sources, consisting of $1.4 million in City of Tucson General Funds, $760,000 in Community Development Block Grants, and $445,000 in Emergency Solutions Grants. Previously funded projects include food security, services for older adults, homelessness prevention, workforce development, homebuyer assistance, and home rehabilitation.
Community Members Invited to Join P-CHIP Review Panel!
HCD is also inviting Pima County residents to express interest in serving on the P-CHIP FY2028 Community Review Panel. Panel members will review applications and provide feedback as part of the grantmaking process, helping inform funding recommendations for community programs and services.
Practical Conservation with Reid Park Zoo
 Learn Different Skills with Reid Park's Practical Conservation events.
Call for Panelists for a Public Art Project at Jacobs Park
In case you missed it, Jacobs Park at 3300 N. Fairview Ave. has re-opened!
 an aerial view of Jacobs Park
Play Tucson - Help Shape the future of Tucson's Parks and Recreation System
We're excited to announce the start of Play Tucson, the planning process for the City of Tucson Parks and Recreation Master Plan. This plan will guide investments, programs, and priorities for our parks and recreation system for years to come.
Stay tuned for ways to get involved.In January 2027, we'll share announcements about upcoming community events and opportunities to make your voice heard. Whether you visit your neighborhood park every day or haven't been in a while, we want to hear what matters to you.
Solar United Neighbors: Join the Tucson Co-op!
 Solar United Neighbors (SUN), a nonprofit with the mission to improve access to solar energy in pursuit of a more equitable energy system, is hosting their 6th annual Tucson solar co-op (Spanish page here)!
These co-ops are groups of folks across Tucson interested in going solar that join together for free and without obligation to go solar. Members, not SUN, choose their own installer with SUN's vendor-neutral help, and receive
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Discounted pricing: by going solar as a group, the pricing is usually 15-30% cheaper than going solar alone
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A free roof review to determine if your roof is solar-ready
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No-cost help at every step of the process
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Opportunities to connect with like-minded neighbors to learn together!
SUN also has a Solar Help Desk which provides free assistance to anyone having issues with their existing solar system, providing support and advice for steps to resolution.
Changes to the City's Hard-to-Recycle Plastics Program
City of Tucson ByFusion is preparing to open a processing facility at the City of Tucson’s Los Reales Sustainability Campus (LRSC).
Once operational, the facility will process materials collected through the City’s Hard-to-Recycle Plastics Program and transform them into durable ByBlocks, recycled-plastic building blocks that can be used for construction and other projects.
The Latest on the Byfusion Project at LRSC
The Byfusion facility received its Certificate of Occupancy by early August, marking the completion of the building's construction phase.
Byfusion is now working through tenant improvements and installing the equipment needed to make ByBlocks using a steam compression process. Byfusion projects moving into the facility by the end of 2026.
Join the Interest List for Sugar Hill on Stone
Join the interest list for Sugar Hill on Stone, a project by the City of Tucson's non-profit development arm, El Pueblo Housing Development. T66 units of affordable housing will soon be available at 1910 N. Stone Ave.
Preparedness Resources For Immigrant Families
Community Rapid Response Team https://rapidresponsetucson.com, 520-221-4077
A bilingual Know Your Rights card for your wallet (pictured below) is available free, in quantities, from Ward 3 or at the Gloo Factory.
Family Preparedness Plan for Immigrant Families, in English and Spanish. Click the buttons below to download a PDF file of the plans.
Other resources:
City of Tucson Lead Hazard Reduction Program!
Find Food Resources In Tucson
Tucson food assistance providers are seeing a sharp rise in demand from families affected by delayed federal benefits, such as SNAP and WIC. At the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona, there is an increase in first-time visitors, many of whom had never sought food assistance before. Volunteers are working overtime to assemble emergency food boxes for those suddenly without access to those benefits. The Community Food Bank offers help multiple times a week during varying hours and continues to distribute food at its main location, 3003 S. Country Club Road, and through partner agencies across Southern Arizona. Officials urge residents in need to reach out early, as local inventories may fluctuate if the shutdown continues. You can also find a list of food resources by following the This is Tucson link below.
Help Support Friends of Ward 3
Grocery Sharing at Tucson Food Share - 2500 N. Stone Ave.
 Groceries are shared Mondays 4:30 - 6 pm, Thursdays 6 - 7:30 pm, and Saturdays from 8 - 9:30 am.
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