Ward 2 Council Member Paul Cunningham
Traffic Alert: 22nd Street Sewer Augmentation Project, Swan Road to Alvernon Way
Posted May 6, 2016
The following traffic control will be in place while the contractor installs new sewer lines and repaves portions of the roadway through the intersection of 22nd Street and Columbus Boulevard. To reduce the impact on the traveling public, most trenching, excavation and pipe installation work will be completed over night. However, some daytime lane restrictions will remain in place in order to complete the paving operations.
Please watch for updated traffic alerts as construction activities progress east along 22nd Street.
SO1 Charles Keating IV, USN
Posted May 4, 2016
Governor Ducey has ordered that all state flags be lowered to half-staff effective from sunrise and until sunset May 4, 2016, in honor of Navy SEAL Charlie Keating IV. Flags will be lowered again on the day of his interment, which will be announced at a later date.
Caterpillar Expands Presence in Southern Arizona with Surface Mining & Technology Division
Posted May 3, 2016
Arizona Governor Doug Ducey today announced an economic development project win for the state with the news that Caterpillar Inc., the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, has selected Tucson, Ariz., as the new location for its surface mining and technology offices.
North Rillito Interceptor Sewer Rehabilitation Project
Posted April 13, 2016
Pima County and its contractor, B&F Contracting Inc., are scheduled to begin work in your area on the North Rillito Interceptor (NRI) Rehabilitation Project.
Traffic Alert - 22nd Street Sewer Augmentation Project Swan Road to Alvernon Way
Posted March 31, 2016
This is a series of traffic alerts that will be issued throughout the construction of the 22nd Street Sewer Augmentation Project. These alerts will announce construction, detour and street closure information as it affects traffic.
Traffic Alert: North Rillito Interceptor Sewer Rehabilitation Project
Posted March 23, 2016
A series of traffic alerts will be issued throughout the construction of the North Rillito Interceptor (NRI) Sewer Rehabilitation Project. These alerts will announce construction, detour and street closure information as it affects residents, businesses and traffic within the area. The 10-mile long NRI project is being completed in phases; the current phase’s construction boundaries are along River Road from Palo Verde to just west of Campbell Avenue.
Traffic Alert - 22nd Street Sewer Augmentation Project Swan Road to Alvernon Way
Posted March 16, 2016
This is a series of traffic alerts that will be issued throughout the construction of the 22nd Street Sewer Augmentation Project. These alerts will announce construction, detour and street closure information as it affects traffic.
Kolb Road/Sabino Canyon Update
Posted March 14, 2016
Construction of the extension of Sabino Canyon Road to Kolb Road is in progress. Tucson-based Ashton Company was selected as contractor for the project with a low bid of approximately $12.3 million.
TFD Transports Baby after baby submerged in bath
Posted March 7, 2016
Tucson Fire paramedics transported a nine month old baby to a local hospital after the baby was left in a bathtub unsupervised. The baby was placed in the tub with the water running when the mother left the bathroom. It is unknown how long the mother was gone but the bathtub was overflowing when the mother returned and the baby was basically flailing in the water. The baby vomited several times as she was being assessed by TFD personnel. CPR was not performed on scene as the baby did have pulses but the baby was lethargic. Paramedics transported the baby girl to the hospital for furth
Traffic Alert - 22nd Street Sewer Augmentation Project Swan Road to Alvernon Way
Posted March 4, 2016
Beginning at 6 p.m. on Friday, March 4, through 6 a.m. Monday, March 7, the intersection of 22nd Street and Alvernon Way will be partially closed for sewer and water infrastructure improvements. The following restrictions will be in place during this phase of work:
- Eastbound 22nd Street between Country Club and Alvernon Way will be reduced to one travel lane. One eastbound through lane and right turns will be permitted at the intersection of 22nd Street and Alvernon Way.
Tucson Clean and Beautiful Green Madness Raffle
Posted March 2, 2016
Date: Now through March 11, 2016
Cost: $5 per ticket; $25 for 6 tickets; $50 for 15 tickets
Buy tickets: Online at https://tucsoncleanandbeautiful.org/trees-for-tucson/low-cost-shade-trees/store/
Houghton Road Corridor Project Update
Posted January 29, 2016
Overall Corridor - Development
Fee-Free and Day of Service at Saguaro National Park
Posted January 15, 2016
Saguaro National Park will be joining other national park units across the country to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a fee-free entry into the park on Monday, January 18.
Sun Tran "Stuff the Bus" to benefit Community Food Bank
Posted January 14, 2016
Sun Tran, KGUN 9 News and HSL Properties are partnering again this year to sponsor a “Stuff-the-Bus” food drive, benefiting the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona. A Sun Tran bus will be located at River Oaks Apartments at 7730 East Broadway (Broadway and Pantano) on Friday, January 15, 2016. Donations will be accepted from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
32nd annual Senior Olympic Festival
Posted January 7, 2016
Tucson Parks and Recreation presents the 32nd annual Senior Olympic Festival. This festival is a celebration of fitness to promote healthy living and an active lifestyle among seniors. This is Tucson’s largest organized, annual senior activity and is open to anyone 50 years of age or older.
What: The 32nd annual Senior Olympic Festival, featuring nearly 100 events and activities at more than 30 venues throughout the City of Tucson.
When: Jan. 9-31, 2016