Posted January 28, 2016
The musical group The Temptations focused on social change, politics, and love. Lead singer Dennis Edwards will discuss the group's music during the Sunday Evening Forum this weekend at the Fox Tucson Theatre. The free forum starts at 5 p.m. Tickets are required and can be picked up starting at 3 p.m. Sunday at the Box Office.
Posted January 28, 2016
Tucson City Golf is hiring at its five golf courses. Positions include restaurant servers, beverage cart attendants, golf cart attendants, and groundskeepers. Job applications are available online.
Employees at Tucson City Golf work for OB Sports, which manages the courses under contract with the City of Tucson.
Posted January 28, 2016
PRO will no longer be "live" effective January 28th, 2016. It will update twice a day at 12:30 pm and 7:30 pm. Please be aware when searching PRO some information and recent activity will not be available until the next scheduled update. If you need immediate assistance concerning your inspection or plan review results please contact the Permit Counter at mailto:COTDSDPermits@Tucsonaz.gov or 520-791-5550.
Thank you for your patience.
Posted January 27, 2016
On Thursday, January 28, 2016, crews from Sunland Asphalt, under contract with the City of Tucson Department of Transportation (TDOT), will begin milling (removing asphalt) and repaving Corona Road from Tucson Boulevard to Country Club Road. Crews will work at night Monday through Friday, from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. During this work at least one travel lane in each direction will be maintained.
Posted January 27, 2016
The City of Tucson is hosting the last of three public meetings this month to allow the community and business leaders to discuss a proposal to require all businesses in city limits to offer sick time to their employees.
The Earned Sick and Safe Time meeting runs tomorrow from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Ward 2 Council Office, 7575 E. Speedway Blvd.
Posted January 27, 2016
Download the Official Tucson Gem Show Guide app for iOS and Android. The new app has everything you need to know about all 45 shows, Jan. 30-Feb 14. You can find expanded show listings, dining options, shuttle, parking and streetcar information, and maps to help maximize your experience.
Tucson’s Gem, Mineral & Fossil Showcase is the world's largest event of its kind.
Posted January 27, 2016
The City of Tucson, in partnership with the Pima Association of Governments (PAG), is conducting a survey of passengers on all Sun Tran, Sun Express, Sun Shuttle, and Sun Link routes in the region. The survey, which began this month and lasts until March, will help guide transit planning. Interviewers with tablet computers will ask randomly-selected passengers about how they use transit.
Posted January 27, 2016
ZoomTucson is an interactive mapping site that allows citizens to find government information and services, such as political representatives, trash and recycling collection schedules, zoning, and school boundaries. ZoomTucson's clean and simple map interface allows users to search by an address or click on a location to display a wealth of information. It's also good for people interested in moving to Tucson.
Posted January 27, 2016
Go paperless with your Utility Services Statement. Set up an eBill account to pay your bill, get notification of your billing statement, view water usage, and read the latest newsletter from Tucson Water.
Posted January 26, 2016
Following the success of last year's gathering in Tucson, planners from the public festival and events industry will converge on our city again this year. Approximately 500 members of the International Festivals & Events Association and its global affiliates will return to the JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort in September.
Posted January 26, 2016
Learn your rights and responsibilities for Transaction Privilege (Sales) Taxation by attending the Tax and License Workshop sponsored by the City of Tucson Finance Department. The contracting workshop will be from 10:30 a.m.-noon Thursday at the Westside Police Service Center, 1310 West Miracle Mile.
Questions will be answered and written materials will be available. Samples of sales tax records, worksheets, and monthly returns will be explained. You should bring a calculator and a pencil to the free workshop.
Posted January 26, 2016
The Tucson Police Department (TPD) is holding another Coffee with a Cop event tomorrow morning. There is no planned agenda, other than a simple time to ask questions, voice concerns, and meet the police officers who serve the area. The gathering will take place from 9:30-11 a.m. at the Joel D. Valdez Main Library, 101 N Stone Ave.
Posted January 26, 2016
Are you looking for something for your children to do over next month's Rodeo break? Reid Park Zoo is offering a two-day camp (Feb. 25-26) for kids in grades K-5. Participants will be able to enjoy a couple of days visiting the animals behind the scenes, while also taking part in games and activities.
Posted January 26, 2016
Now is a great time to plant a tree in your yard, and Trees for Tucson can help. Trees can be planted year-round in Tucson, as desert trees are frost tolerant. Cool temperatures and moist soil from El Niño weather patterns make planting easier. If you order from Trees for Tucson before the end of February, you will get free delivery to your home, and the cost for three trees is $15 (limit three trees).
Posted January 25, 2016
Did you ever wonder how transportation planning works in Tucson and Pima County? The Tucson Department of Transportation, Pima Association of Governments (PAG), and Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) will answer any questions you have during a Transportation 101 presentation. Vice Mayor Karin Uhlich's office is hosting tomorrow's 6 p.m. event at the Donna Liggins Recreation Center, 2160 N. 6th Ave.
