City News

A recent statewide award to the City of Tucson recognizes the hard work of many teams throughout the City, including (but not limited to) HR, parks, safety, procurement, training, and public safety.

Join the team from Tucson Parks and Recreation for a swim lesson on teaching your child how to enter and exit the water, submerging his or her head, and transitioning from front to back when floating.

Watch the video and catch a new tip every week during the month of May.

The Southern Arizona Green Business Alliance (SAZGBA) is accepting applications to become certified as a Green Leader. A checklist provides local and non-local businesses with an entry point to learn about, evaluate, and adopt cost-saving sustainability practices. Upon completion, businesses will receive an individualized virtual consultation, personalized recommendations, marketing promotion, and recognition for their leadership.

The National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT) is again partnering with the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) to lead EMS Week activities to recognize Emergency Medical Services (EMS) workers.

Tucson's Reid Park Zoo remains closed due to COVID-19 concerns, but management is planning a way to reopen once it's safe enough to do so. Part of the planning process is a community survey to see what will make people feel safe about returning.

The short survey asks Zoo visitors how they feel about social distancing, face coverings, health screenings upon entry, gloves, hand sanitizer, digital interactions, waiting until a coronavirus vaccine is developed, and more.

The 29th Annual Desert Horticulture Conference takes place online May 29-June 4. It is the premier annual conference for all members of the southwest green industry: landscape architects, designers, growers, retailers, contractors, maintenance personnel, suppliers, and educators. Areas covered include plants and design, plant health, and urban landscapes/water.

Even though Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey let his stay-at-home order expire over the weekend, Tucson Mayor Regina Romero is keeping her emergency declaration for the city in place until early next month. The extension keeps Tucson's park amenities and City buildings closed (excluding Tucson City Court) through June 8.