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City of Tucson Traffic Safety Camera Program

Posted September 18, 2015

 

In 2007, Tucson’s Mayor and Council approved a program to help cut down the number of auto accidents, injuries and fatalities at the City’s eight most dangerous intersections.

 

This program had photo cameras placed at these intersections to deal with speed and running red lights.

 

The Mayor and Council received updates on the program, which showed a reduction of accidents, injuries and fatalities.   In July, I had requested that the Mayor and Council receive a report on this program.

 

Newsnet

Posted September 18, 2015

VOTER-APPROVED ROAD WORK BEGINS MONDAY - A two-week fog seal program starts next week. Starting Monday, crews from Southern Arizona Paving and Construction Co, under contract with the City of Tucson Department of Transportation (TDOT), will begin fog sealing Fort Lowell Road from Oracle Road to Campbell Avenue. The following week, crews will work on Campbell Avenue from Benson Highway to Valencia Road. To minimize disruptions to motorists, the work will take place from 7 p.m. to 5 a.m., Monday through Thursday, with at least one lane open in both directions.

CITIZEN POLICE ADVISORY REVIEW BOARD SEEKS ADDITIONAL MEMBERS

Posted September 18, 2015

CITIZEN POLICE ADVISORY REVIEW BOARD SEEKS ADDITIONAL MEMBERS - The Citizen Police Advisory Review Board (CPARB) is seeking applications to fill four advisory, non-voting positions for a period not to exceed two years. Formed by the Mayor and City Council in March 1997, CPARB helps promote a citizen/police partnership and reviews and comments on police investigation of citizen complaints. You must be a resident of the City of Tucson to serve on the panel. For application information and other requirements, please follow the link below. The deadline to apply is Nov. 5.

Citizen Police Advisory Review Board Seeks Additional Members

Posted September 18, 2015

The Citizen Police Advisory Review Board (CPARB) is seeking applications to fill four advisory, non-voting positions for a period not to exceed two years. Formed by the Mayor and City Council in March 1997, CPARB helps promote a citizen/police partnership and reviews and comments on police investigation of citizen complaints. You must be a resident of the City of Tucson to serve on the panel.

The deadline to apply is Nov. 5.

Voter-Approved Road Work Begins Monday

Posted September 18, 2015

A fog seal program starts next week at a couple of locations. Starting Monday, crews from Southern Arizona Paving and Construction Co, under contract with the City of Tucson Department of Transportation (TDOT), will begin fog sealing Fort Lowell Road from Oracle Road to Campbell Avenue. The following week, crews will work on Campbell Avenue from Benson Highway to Valencia Road. To minimize disruptions to motorists, the work will take place from 7 p.m. to 5 a.m., Monday through Thursday, with at least one lane open in both directions.

Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair: Call for Vendors

Posted September 18, 2015

Applications are available for artists who wish to participate in the Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair, Nov. 28-29. The event has been held for more than two decades, attracting vendors from all over the Southwest. The Tucson Parks and Recreation Department is seeking artists, crafters, photographers, painters, potters, jewelers, and more to sell their original artwork. All items must be handmade and are subject to approval.

Ballot Measure Forums to be Held

Posted September 18, 2015

Understanding the November 2015 Ballot Propositions: 

Vote an Informed Choice 

 

TRRG is sponsoring three educational forums to 
help the public understand the process by which 
the Charter Changes (Props 403 & 404), Salary 
Recommendation (Prop 405) and Bond Proposals 
(Props 425-431) were placed on the November 
ballot and what they mean to you as a citizen and 
resident. Presenters will include members of the 
Citizen Committees who worked to get these issues 
on the November ballot. 

 

Tucson Police Say Red Light Cameras Make Streets Safer

Posted September 18, 2015

TUCSON POLICE SAY RED LIGHT CAMERAS MAKE STREETS SAFER - Tucson Police Chief Roberto Villaseñor says collisions at eight intersections monitored by red light cameras decreased by 70 percent since the cameras were installed in 2007, falling from 188 crashes in Fiscal Year 2006 to 57 in Fiscal Year 2015. Villaseñor yesterday updated the Mayor and Tucson City Council on the photo radar program.

Bus Strike Over: Agreement Reached Between Sun Tran and Teamsters

Posted September 17, 2015

Sun Tran and Teamsters Local 104 finalized a new contract last night, after union members voted to ratify the agreement reached early yesterday. Regular passenger service resumed this morning. Sun Tran passengers with an active 30-Day Pass, 30-Day Express Pass, or 30-Day Economy Pass on a SunGO Card or SunGO ID & Card during the work stoppage automatically will receive 42 days on the pass to replace the days lost during the strike, but the extra days could take a few weeks to load.

Open Houses Continue for Tucson Parks and Recreation

Posted September 17, 2015

The Tucson Parks and Recreation Department held it first community-wide open house last night to gather public input on how it can best deliver recreation and leisure opportunities. The draft five-year master plan anticipates future needs and outlines the actions necessary to deliver high-quality recreation facilities, programs, and services to the Tucson area. Public and stakeholder input is essential and critical to the success of the master plan. If you missed last night's open house, there's another one tonight, 5:30-7:30, at the Donna Liggins Center 2160 N. 6th Ave.

Tucson Police Department Holding Voluntary Fitness Assessment

Posted September 17, 2015

The Tucson Police Department (TPD) Recruiting Unit is accepting registrations for a voluntary physical fitness orientation this Saturday. It will provide future applicants the opportunity to gauge their fitness level before testing for the position of Police Officer Recruit. Participants will also receive mentoring from the Recruiting Unit and physical training instructors. The fitness orientation is not part of the actual hiring process.

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