Vice Mayor Paul Cunningham
Houghton Road Open House
Posted December 4, 2014
The public is invited to attend an open house for the Houghton Road Corridor Projects. This is part of the overall Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) plan to improve Houghton Road from Tanque Verde Road to Interstate 10.
Monday, December 8, 2014
6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Presentation at 6:30 p.m.
Pantano Christian Church, 1755 S. Houghton Road
Traffic Alert - Wrightstown Road Traffic Lane Closure
Posted December 3, 2014
On Friday, December 5, 2014, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., crews from the City of Tucson Department of Transportation Streets and Traffic Maintenance Division will be conducting bank protection work on the south side of East Wrightstown Road between Sarnoff Drive and Camino Seco.
Our Community Mourns the Passing of Felipe Lundin
Posted December 2, 2014
From my friend and colleague, Richard Fimbres:
On Wednesday, November 26, 2014, Felipe Lundin passed away peacefully, surrounded by his children, grandchildren, and his beloved wife, Donna. His family extends their appreciation to the community for their thoughts and prayers over the past few weeks.
Mayor Rothschild and PAG Executive Director Farhad Moghimi to Distribute Free Bike Lights, Helmets for "Light the Night" December 2nd
Posted December 1, 2014
In support of safe, visible and lawful bicycle riding, the City of Tucson Bicycle and Pedestrian Program and Pima Association of Governments will partner with Living Streets Alliance to put on “Light the Night,” a bike light distribution and bicycle safety education campaign. Each month at different locations across the region, teams of volunteers distribute free front and rear light sets to people on bikes spotted riding without them.
Since October, more than 400 light sets and 65 free helmets for youth have been distributed to promote bicycle and pedestrian safety.
Home Heating Safety Tips
Posted November 19, 2014
From Barrett Baker at the Tucson Fire Department:
In Tucson, we generally have Summer,Winter, and very little in between. We can be challenged by going from near 90 degree high temperatures one week and lows in the 30’s just days later. As the need for warming the house increases, so can the dangers associated with fireplaces, furnaces, and space heaters. Below are a few reminders as you heat up while the temperatures drop.
“Have Your Shade and Eat It Too” at Watershed Management Group’s 1st Annual Edible Shade Mesquite Pancake Breakfast
Posted November 12, 2014
Watershed Management Group (WMG) invites you to celebrate the bountiful food and shade of our region’s native and desert-adapted edible trees at our 1st Annual Edible Shade Mesquite Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, November 23, 2014. We’re excited to add our own twist to this tasty Tucson tradition began by Desert Harvesters. Come enjoy local mesquite pancakes and more as you explore sustainability practices in action at WMG’s Living Lab and Learning Center.
Cylcovia Tucson
Posted October 29, 2014
This Sunday, November 2nd from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., thousands of fun-loving folks from across the region will take part in Tucson’s seventh open streets event – Cyclovia Tucson.
Fair and Impartial Policing: A Science Based Perspective
Posted October 16, 2014
From Chis Widmer, Tucson Police Department
"Stuff the Bus" Event
Posted October 14, 2014
Sun Tran, KGUN 9 News, and Sam Levitz Furniture have partnered to sponsor a one-day “Stuff-the-Bus” event benefitting EMERGE! Center Against Domestic Abuse. The event, which will be held on Friday, October 17, helps promote Domestic Violence Awareness Month. A Sun Tran bus will be located at Sam Levitz Furniture’s eastside location at 100 North Pantano Road. Donations will be accepted from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Volunteer to drive for ITN Greater Tucson
Posted October 13, 2014
ITN Greater Tucson is a 501(c)(3) non-profit transportation alternative providing rides for seniors 60 and older 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We also provide rides for adults of any age with limited vision. ITN Greater Tucson is a part of a national organization, ITN America, which supports 26 ITN affliates across the counrty.
Volunteer on YOUR schedule:
Take advantage of Tucson transit for this weekend's events
Posted October 7, 2014
This weekend Tucsonans can ride Sun Tran or the Sun Link streetcar to Tucson Meet Yourself, 2nd Saturdays, Pride on Parade or the University of Arizona (UA) vs. University of Southern California football game.
Tucson Fire Joins in Fire Prevention Week
Posted October 7, 2014
It's time for Fire Prevention Week, and from October 5-11 the Tucson Fire Department is joining forces with the nonprofit National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to remind local residents that ‘Working Smoke Alarms Save Lives'. During this year's fire safety campaign, fire departments will be spreading the word about the dangers of fires and how a working smoke alarm can give a family the notice they need to get out safely.
Last Day for Voter Registration
Posted October 6, 2014
If you aren't already registered, remember that today is the last day for voter registration if you expect to vote in the general election. You can come by our office at 7575 East Speedway to register before five and we will make sure to get the forms to the recorder's office.
There is also curbside registration until 10 pm available at a Ward 2 location. Here are the details from Pima County Recorder F. Ann Rodriguez:
Flash Flood Watch
Posted September 17, 2014
From the National Weather Service:
Event: Flash Flood Watch
Alert:
Be Prepared
Posted September 17, 2014
The storm might turn out to be no big deal, but are you ready if the power goes out for an extended period? Check out this video from Capt. Barrett Baker of the Tucson Fire Department or visit Be Prepared Tucson.