City and Partners Win at Common Ground Awards
Posted November 2, 2015
The City of Tucson received numerous awards during last Friday's Common Ground Celebration.
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Talking Trash (Video)
Posted November 2, 2015
The City of Tucson's only landfill recently celebrated the completion of its first phase of improvements, including a new entrance, administration building, and more. Environmental Services Director Andrew Quigley and staff recently spoke with Arizona Public Media (AZPM) about what goes on behind the scenes at the Los Reales Landfill, which accepts about 1,500 tons of trash each day. You can watch the AZPM video (and an earlier story by Tucson 12) below.
Zoo Hosts Evening Safari
Posted November 2, 2015
What do the animals do when nobody is around? Find out as you explore Reid Park Zoo by flashlight, search for clues on a scavenger hunt, and meet some animals up close. The Zoo will provide flashlights and snacks at the all-ages, kid-friendly event this Saturday from 6-9 p.m. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tickets can be purchased in advance. Prices are $25.00 per person for Zoo members, and $28.00 for non-members.
Learn How to Use New Smart Meters
Posted November 2, 2015
Motorists parking in Downtown Tucson, 4th Avenue and around the University of Arizona campus can pay for metered parking via the GoTucson smartphone app from Park Tucson. Payment also can be made via a mobile website or local phone number. In the video below, Tucson 12 shows you different ways you can use the smart meters.
City Transportation Project Honored With Common Ground Award from Metropolitan Pima Alliance
Posted November 2, 2015
The Houghton Road Corridor: Tanque Verde Road to Interstate 10 project was recognized with a Common Ground Award from the Metropolitan Pima Alliance (MPA) in a ceremony on Friday, October 30, 2015.
Halloween Party Downtown Tomorrow to Close Streets
Posted October 30, 2015
Downtown Tucson will be the host of a Halloween block party tomorrow from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Beginning tomorrow at 2 p.m., lasting until 4 a.m. Sunday, Congress Street will be closed between Sixth Avenue and Stone Avenue, and Stone Avenue will be closed between Pennington Street and Congress Street to accommodate the party crowd. Also during those hours, Scott Avenue will be closed between the 10th Street alley (just south of the Pennington Street Garage) and Broadway Boulevard.
Fall Cyclovia Set for This Weekend
Posted October 30, 2015
Tucson's biggest block party returns for its fall event on Sunday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. More than 30,000 Tucsonans are expected to take part in Cyclovia Tucson, a special day for bicycling and playing on 5 miles of car-free streets. This year's event will take place in the midtown area, featuring 4th Avenue and Fontana Bike Boulevard.
Celebrate Park Improvements at Mission Manor Park
Posted October 30, 2015
A Community Development Block Grant of $458,000 funded recent improvements to Mission Manor Park, 6100 S. 12th Ave. The park has a new playground and swings, irrigation improvements, and a new ramada with lighting, outlets, and tables with benches. All improvements are ADA accessible. Other enhancements include the installation of a new state-of-the-art energy efficient lighting system and a remotely-controlled scoreboard installed on baseball field one.
Reverse Trade Show Next Month
Posted October 30, 2015
Tucson’s eighth annual Reverse Trade Show gives vendors an opportunity to meet with procurement professionals from government agencies and private businesses, and learn how to do business with them. The event is sponsored by the local Copper Chapter of the NIGP, The Institute of Public Procurement.
The Reverse Trade Show takes place next Friday, Nov. 6, from 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at Desert Diamond Center, I-19 and Pima Mine Road. Register online or onsite the day of the show.
Job Opportunity: Tucson Water System Operator
Posted October 30, 2015
Tucson Water is recruiting a Water System Operator in the Instrumentation & Control Section of potable, reclaimed water systems. Rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays are mandatory.
Please read the job description to learn about the required experience and certifications. The application deadline is tomorrow.
Downtown Halloween Block Party Travel Restrictions
Posted October 30, 2015
Downtown Tucson will be the host of a Halloween block party on Saturday, October 31, 2016 from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m. For more information on the Halloween Block Party please visit: http://tucsonblockparty.com Below is a list of the motor vehicle travel restrictions associated with this event:
4th Avenue Hosts Family Halloween Event Tomorrow
Posted October 29, 2015
4th Avenue’s Spooky Kids Halloween Costume Contest and trick-or-treating runs tomorrow from 5-8 p.m. The Fourth Avenue Merchants Association welcomes little goblins, tiny skeletons, sweet witches, and young monsters to load up their candy bags at Mike Haggarty Plaza, 316 N. 4th Ave. The free costume contest begins at 6 p.m., with all participants receiving a goody bag and prizes. 4th Avenue is easily accessible via the Sun Link streetcar.
Kid-Friendly Community Bike Rides Scheduled
Posted October 29, 2015
Living Streets Alliance is hosting two community bike ride events, known as Kidical Mass. The first starts Saturday at noon at Laguna Elementary School, 5001 North Shannon Road, with a bike ride through the Flowing Wells neighborhood. In the spirit of Halloween, costumes are encouraged and bike-decorating supplies will be available. Each participant will receive a free scoop of ice cream at the end of the ride.
Tucson Honors Veterans Next Month
Posted October 29, 2015
The 2nd annual "Hats Off to Heroes" event is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 14, at the DeMeester Outdoor Performance Center at Reid Park. The 11 a.m.-7:30 p.m. free event will feature a 5K fun run, military displays, resources for veterans, food, the Tucson Pops Orchestra and other musical guests, and fireworks.
Comedian/Ventriloquist Jeff Dunham Coming to Tucson
Posted October 29, 2015
Jeff Dunham is bringing his "Perfectly Unbalanced" international tour to the Tucson Convention Center (TCC) Arena next year, and tickets to the March 13 event go on sale at 10 a.m. on Nov. 2. Dunham hand crafts each character personally from conception to the final coat of paint then brings them to life on stage.
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