Tucson Designated a 'World City of Gastronomy'
Posted December 14, 2015
Tucson's food traditions now are recognized internationally, as the city last week received the rare designation as a "World City of Gastronomy" in the Creative Cities Network.
City News
City Wins National Budget Award
Posted December 14, 2015
The City of Tucson is receiving national recognition, with an award from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA).
The GFOA's Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for Tucson's Office of Budget and Internal Audit reflects the commitment of the governing body and staff to meet the highest principles of governmental budgeting.
Wrap Your Pipes Before Your Presents
Posted December 14, 2015
With overnight temperatures this week expected to dip into the mid 20s or lower, Tucson Water is urging its customers to protect their outdoor pipes.
Tips include using foam or wrap insulation from hardware stores (blankets or towels also will work) and letting cold water drip from a faucet.
Holiday Shopping Safety Tips
Posted December 14, 2015
With the holiday shopping season nearing crunch time, the Tucson Police Department's (TPD) Financial Crimes Unit is offering some tips to help you avoid becoming a victim of fraud.
Plenty of Christmas Gifts at City's Public Surplus Auction (Video)
Posted December 14, 2015
From jewelry to vehicles, the City of Tucson’s online auction is open for bids, offering plenty of gift ideas. Items for bid include video games and consoles, DVDs, laptops, digital cameras, watches, power tools, speakers, and more.
Tucson 12 recently went behind the scenes of the City's Public Surplus auction, discovering a wide variety of items you can grab for a bargain.
Karin's Note: Friday, December 11, 2015
Posted December 11, 2015
Karin's Note: Friday, December 11, 2015
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Ward 3 Events
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Neighborhood Association/Coalition Meetings
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City Spotlight
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Community-Wide Events
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Did You Know?
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Dear Tucsonans,
Here are some highlights from the past week of Mayor and Council meetings.
Simplification of Golf Rates on City Council Agenda
Posted December 11, 2015
The Mayor and Tucson City Council next Tuesday will consider changing the rate schedule for Tucson City Golf, amending the structure from 110 rates to 24.
Under the current system, golfers pay different rates that depend on factors such as course location, time of year, day of the week, time of day, whether they are city residents, when they book, and whether they have any discounts. Under the proposed structure, the highest maximum rate (paid by non-residents in the spring at Randolph) would increase to $60, up from $56.
Boxing Card This Weekend at TCC
Posted December 11, 2015
The World Boxing Organization's No. 1 world-rated featherweight Oscar Valdez, who grew up in Tucson, will face Ernie Sanchez in the main event of Top Rank Boxing's card tomorrow at 7 p.m. at the Tucson Convention Center (TCC). The 10-round bout will round out the evening that also includes an undercard featuring middleweights and welterweights.
Streetcar to Become Polar Express
Posted December 11, 2015
The Sun Link streetcar will transform into the Polar Express (or the Pueblo Express) tomorrow. Join Santa and Mrs. Claus along with their jolly elves to sing some classic Christmas carols.
Ring in the holiday season starting at 5 p.m. at the Mercado stop on Avenida del Convento, where kids and parents can make paper snowflakes to decorate the inside of the streetcar. The Polar Express will be leaving the station at 6 p.m. sharp with limited space available.
Use Public Transit to Attend Weekend Events
Posted December 11, 2015
Sun Link streetcars and Sun Tran buses provide a cost-effective transportation option to the 46th annual Fourth Avenue Winter Street Fair and 2nd Saturdays Downtown.
The Street Fair already is underway, and 2nd Saturdays (with a Christmas theme) is tomorrow, starting with events at 10 a.m. and running through the late evening.
Recruitment Opens for Police Dispatchers
Posted December 11, 2015
The Tucson Police Department (TPD) currently has multiple vacancies for public safety dispatcher within the Communications Division. The position involves skilled radio communications, including dispatching emergency and non-emergency calls for service. It requires the dispatcher to relay critical information via a radio system to public safety personnel who are dispatched on calls for service.
Kolb Road: Connection to Sabino Canyon Road
Posted December 11, 2015
CONSTRUCTION OF NEW ROADWAY SCHEDULED TO BEGIN
The City of Tucson Department of Transportation (TDOT), the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) and the Tucson-based Ashton Co., are pleased to announce the start of work to extend Sabino Canyon Road south of Tanque Verde Road to Kolb Road.
Kolb Road/Sabino Canyon Update
Posted December 10, 2015
Construction update
Construction of the extension of Sabino Canyon Road to Kolb Road is beginning. Tucson-based Ashton Company was selected as contractor for the project with a low bid of approximately $12.3 million.
Project schedule
TEP Transmission Line Upgrade to Cause Brief Water Service Interruptions West of Tucson
Posted December 10, 2015
Tucson Electric Power (TEP) will be upgrading electrical transmission lines as part of a road project on State Highway 86, and the work will affect water service. The lines serve a Tucson Water booster station that provides service to approximately 3,600 customers. Water service to those customers will be interrupted from 8 p.m. tomorrow until 5 a.m. Saturday.
The affected area generally is west of Kinney Road, south to about Drexel Road, and west and northwest of San Joaquin Road.
Fourth Avenue Street Fair Begins Tomorrow
Posted December 10, 2015
The Fourth Avenue Winter Street Fair opens tomorrow and runs through Sunday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. each day. The event takes place on Fourth Avenue between Ninth Street and University Boulevard.
The street fair includes more than 400 arts and crafts booths, more than 35 food vendors, street musicians, food, jugglers, street performers, and a hands-on art pavilion for kids. There also will be face painting, balloons, demonstrations, sidewalk entertainment, and other activities.
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