Tucson's 31st Historic District
P.O. Box 41243, Tucson AZ 85717 * May 20, 2022
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Alert - Roll-offs are here NOW! |
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Thursday, May 19 - Monday May 23
4 locations in JP: 917 E. Seneca, 1822 E. Lester St., 1850 N. Tyndall and 1740 E. Edison
For All Containers:
1) Please place your items as far back in the container as possible, loading container from back to front. Container should be loaded uniformly and tailgate secured.
2) No material can be sticking out of the top or overhanging on the sides. All items must be placed in container.
3) No hazardous materials such as paint, fuel tanks, or batteries.
4) No appliances that contain Freon, (i.e. refrigerators, freezers, etc.)
5) No tires are to be disposed of in containers.
6) For your safety, use caution when loading the container. Please note large amounts of cacti can become very heavy.
7) Do not overload containers by placing sideboards above the present sides. Overloaded vehicles are a direct violation of the law and will have to be partially downloaded before being serviced.
We appreciate your cooperation in meeting these requirements. If you have any questions, please call Environmental Services at 520-791-3171. Thanks!
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JP NEIGHBORHOOD MAY MEETING |
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JPNA Wednesday May 25 Meeting - 6pm
Ward III meeting Room - in person
or
Meeting ID: 861 8531 8161 Passcode: 601481
The neighborhood needs to decide which traffic calming projects it wishes to tackle first. To obtain traffic circles, speed bumps, or speed tables, neighbors must circulate petitions to get approval from abutting neighbors, and raise money for the project and hire the contractor. Important decisions and lots of leg work--Come give input to these decisions and offer to help!
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Meeting with Banner - Helicopters and the "Fly Friendly" path
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Follow Up Meeting: August 11, 3 pm to 4:30 pm
Microsoft Teams meeting
Join on your computer or mobile app
Join with a video conferencing device
Video Conference ID: 114 278 249 7
Zoom or attend the meeting in person at the Duval Auditorium. Park on the north side near emergency room entrance. Banner is employing a new system to track flights, which involves new software and is independent of neighborhood call-ins. This meeting will share the results of a two month-long practice with new procedure.
Please continue to alert Banner of helicopters over the neighborhood
520-694-6533
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Families getting together at IST |
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Neighbor Jennifer shares this info about the Jefferson Park Family get-together on Sunday, May 15:
"We had a fun neighborhood gathering at the International School playground. 11 kids and 8 grown-ups enjoyed playing, crafts, and good conversation. We look forward to gathering again… stay tuned for details!"
Jennifer sends out the dates to the Jefferson Park Google Groups.
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Campus Community Relations - Another way to connect |
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The CCRC or Campus Community Relations |
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Mountain Avenue Speed Tables approved by DTM
...costs money and volunteer time
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Mountain Ave. between Grant Rd. and Speedway has a conditional approval for 2 speed tables. Residents will have to gather 60% petition signatures of the abutting area to approve this mitigation. See red lines for proposed sites.
THAT IS A FIRST STEP. The neighborhood has to gather the signatures, the JPNA board has to approve the project, and then fundraising begins--the city does not pay for speed bumps, traffic circles or speed tables.
THIS WILL TAKE VOLUNTEERS, GET INVOLVED TO "GET IT DONE" - Attend a meeting and offer to help with signatures.
The neighbors have long lobbied for help with mitigation on Mountain. We have witnessed so many "near misses". We still need to lower the speed limit from 30 to 25, and design protected bike lanes. Ward III is interfacing with DTM on this issue.
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Speed Bumps within the Neighborhood
...costs money and volunteer time
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Three sites within the Neighborhood have been approved by Department of Transportation for speed bumps/traffic circles. See blue dots for proposed sites. |
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Monument Sign at First/Grant - soon to be a reality
...business donation acquired!
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Jefferson Park is currently working with Department of Transportation and Mobility (DTM), to complete the requirements for a monument sign at the corner of Grant and Euclid. The sign and contractor have been approved and neighbor, Zach, is coordinating the installation. He may be calling on you to help install.
And great news! A neighbor, business man, has donated the cost of the sign $1500. Oh how we thank you!
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Monument Signs for Grant Rd-Park to Campbell-2 to 4 years |
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The plans for the Phase 5/6 of Grant Road are at the 30% stage. Is there space for monument signs for JP? We texted PSOMAS and here is the answer:
" Grant/Mountain – There will be room on the south side of the roadway (both SW and SE corners) for neighborhoods to install signs similar to what you sent. The north side will be a lot tighter (and it’s unlikely we could fit monuments), as we are hoping to preserve the homes on the north side of the road at Mountain."
"Grant/Campbell – There will be room for monuments at the SW and NW corners of the intersection. We don’t have sufficient space at the NE and SE corners at this point, but will let you know if anything changes"
Shall we fund raise? Never too soon to start.
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Paving-Mountain to Park to begin July |
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Neighbors, update regarding the Jefferson Park paving project: A contractor has been selected, and is under contract. However, asphalt will not be available until the end of June. Construction is expected to begin early to mid-July. The Public Information Office will send out notices 10 days prior to the activity. Until a firm date is finalized, this is the latest information that Department of Transportation and Mobility (DTM) has for us. |
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Remember!! The only way to get our roads repaired and fixed is for TDOT to hear from YOU! (520) 791-3154
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TEP Exceptions - Commission asks that Coalition criteria be considered! |
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At last Wednesday's public meeting, the City of Tucson's Planning Commission voted unanimously to have staff go back and either change the language in the 6 highlighted criteria or eliminate them. In addition, they asked staff to consider 4 more criteria that have been proposed by the Steering Committee of the Tucson Undergrounding Coalition. The Coalition is a group of 11 neighborhoods and three other organizations who have formed to address concerns with the Kino to DeMoss-Petrie Project.
The four criteria the Steering Committee proposed are:
12-l. The effects that can be expected from permitting any of the exceptions listed herein or any combination of those exceptions when added together must remain consistent with the overall purpose and integrity of the gateway/scenic route, unless doing so is technologically impossible and/or clearly financially cost prohibitive.
12-m. Notwithstanding any of the above criteria, above ground transmission lines are not allowed in or alongside historic areas (as defined by or listed in the National Register of Historic Places, properties or districts, City of Tucson Historic Preservation Zones, City of Tucson Historic Landmarks, or Neighborhood Preservation Zones). This one, we hope, will prevent the TEP proposed bisecting of Jefferson Park with 138kV poles and overhead lines!
12-n. A utility cannot obtain relief from Gateway/Scenic ordinances by routing through adjacent residential neighborhoods.
12-o. Any new above-ground utility structure that is permitted must be designed, constructed, and maintained to be as unobtrusive as possible.
Thank you Underground Coalition - keep up the fight for us!
(some info excerpted from the Ward VI newsletter)
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Blue Barrel Contamination costs money! |
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The City is paying (you are paying) roughly $30,000 per month to Republic Services because of the level of contamination people are tossing into the blue recycle barrels. The contamination rate arriving in blue barrels at the material recycle facility is 29%. That means about a third of everything that goes into the barrels is not allowed. We’re charged for everything above a 15% rate. Please:
- No plastic grocery bags or film (they tangle in the equipment).
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No glass (instead take glass bottles and jars to glass drop-off site).
- No garbage or food waste. Food containers can be lightly rinsed to recycle, but just throw it out if it's very dirty!
- Leave labels on containers.
- Bottle and jar caps and lids should be left on the container.
- All recyclables go loose into the blue barrel, together - - no sorting! Please put them in individually, not inside a box or bag.
- Do not flatten cans and bottles to ensure sorting equipment works properly
- Cut or flatten corrugated cardboard boxes to fit in container. Remove plastic wrapping and liners
(excerpt from Ward VI newsletter)
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Volunteer Opportunities - Ways to help |
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LEND A HAND - Need help or want to volunteer?
CONTACT US (520) 248-6882
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Keep Your Neighborhood Litter-Free! |
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HELP KEEP YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD LOVELY - Every 3rd Saturday of the month, 8:00 am, at the end of Edison at Campbell Avenue, we clean the parklet. Reminders are sent out on Google groups. Garbage bags and tools are supplied. If you do pick up trash during the week, or just prefer to pick it up at a time of your choosing, please contact Joanne Osuna at cricket16@cox.net and your time will count. We report our hours to Tucson Clean and Beautiful as part of the Adopt-a-Park Program.
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Help Out at the Food Bank |
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COMMUNITY FOOD BANK OF SOUTHERN ARIZONA
If you are healthy and able, please help by volunteering to pack emergency food boxes. The Community Food Bank URGENTLY needs volunteers to keep operations running. Email volunteer@communityfoodbank.org to get started.
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IT IS LESS THAN A YEAR BRFORE YOU NEED a "federally-compliant credential" to travel.
Federal Travel ID deadline is less than a year away.
Beginning May 3, 2023, you will need a federally-compliant credential -- like the Arizona Travel ID -- to get past TSA checkpoints at airports for domestic flights. Without the Arizona Travel ID or other form of federally-compliant identification such as a valid U.S. Passport, fliers risk missing an airline flight because the non-travel driver license will not be accepted at TSA checkpoints.
This credential is distinguished by a gold star in the upper right corner and is available to Arizona residents as a driver license or identification card.
You can walk-in to an office for this service, but we suggest scheduling an appointment and that can be done online at azmvdnow.gov. Even if you haven’t activated your AZ MVD NOW account, you can still schedule a Travel ID appointment.
Because the Arizona Travel ID is compliant with the federal standards, you will need to provide extra documentation. This includes:
- Proof of identity: a birth certificate or US passport
- Social Security Number: just the number, not the card
- Two documents proving Arizona residency: rental or bank statements, credit card or cell phone bills in your name with your current Arizona address, etc.
More information, and a full list of qualifying documents are available at azdot.gov/TravelID
Number of AZ MVD Now accounts now exceeds 3 million
More than 3 million Arizonans have discovered that AZ MVD Now is the safest, fastest and most convenient way to complete services with the Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division.
Since launching in April 2020, more than 3 million Arizonans have activated their free AZMVDNow.gov account, giving them access to the primary online portal for MVD customers.
Here are some of the things you can do with your AZ MVD Now account:
- Go online and schedule your own in-office MVD appointments.
- View information related to your vehicle, including title and registration status.
- Complete more than 30 services, like registration renewals, ordering a duplicate license, change of address, registration refunds, title transfers, sold notices and more.
Every Arizonan with a credential – a driver license or identification card – or a vehicle registered in Arizona has an AZ MVD Now account. To activate your account, go to AZMVDNow.gov and follow the prompts.
Arizona ID in Apple Wallet
We’re excited to be the first state to allow drivers to add their license or state ID card to Apple Wallet. The choice may ease the sometimes arduous nature of getting onto a flight. This puts our residents at the leading edge of convenient, private and secure technology.
Using this feature in Apple Wallet is voluntary. If anyone prefers to use a physical credential at airport security, they may.
Once added to Apple Wallet, Arizona residents can present their driver license or state ID to the Transportation Security Administration at participating airport security checkpoints by simply tapping their device at the identity reader. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is the first airport in America where passengers can use this technology. We're proud that this started here and will spread.
Credentials in Apple Wallet are private and secure. Users are able to choose what information they share. Biometric authentication ensures that only the person who added the ID to the device can view or present their information. If a resident loses their device, they can use the “Find My” app to easily lock, locate, or remotely erase it. Apple Wallet data is encrypted and protected against tampering and theft. Security features allow the MVD to securely verify identity.
More information about these topics can be found here.
To plan your trip, get travel times or see ADOT cameras, download the AZ 511 app.
(Thank you Garden District E-news)
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WHEN IS IT TOO HOT TO WALK YOUR DOG?? |
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From Ward III: "Please let folks know they can drop off period products any time between now and the 29th at the Ward 3 office, and we will get them to where they need to go."
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Need a Service? ...or want to recommend someone
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Need a recommendation for a handy-person or a business? Go to
Would you like to recommend someone to your neighbors? Let Cricket know. cricket16@cox.net, 520-798-3602 - Help us keep the list accurate- report any retired/inactive numbers to the cricket.
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Your Area Representatives at your service! |
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Every Area Rep would appreciate help distributing doorhangers or taking Welcome Packets to new residents. Give 'em a call! |
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Area Representatives
Area #1 - Mary Worthen, 520-323-1777
Area #2 - Jon Heine, 520-321-4343
Area #3 Jeanne Calhoun, 602-206-9738
Area #4 - Erin Posthumus, 206-661-7765
judyjanson17@gmail.com
Area #6 - Open
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Cracked lids on blue or green barrels? |
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REQUEST A FREE REPLACEMENT TRASH OR RECYCLING BIN: Does not matter if it was stolen or is damaged- you can quickly and easily request a new trash or recycling can from Environmental Services at no charge. Either use the Recycling Coach app or call ES Customer Service at 520-791-3171 or contact ES online.
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Wildcat Dumping - chairs, couches, furniture etc.
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Brush and Bulky is not until August 29. It is a Code Violation to leave furniture and trash at the curb. If the resident who left it there will not dispose of it properly, you can report it.m Contact eshelps@tucsonaz.gov or report anonymously online at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/code-enforcement.
- Customer Service Representatives are available Monday - Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (520) 791-3171
From potholes to furniture at the curb to graffiti to shopping carts, the app "See, Click, Fix" is also a very effective tool for communicating with the City of Tucson.
If it is a CASA BONITA property, the office number is 520-398-5738. JP residents can call about a concern regarding any Casa Bonita property and their staff will take care of the problem.
If it is a Goodman property, and they have a hotline - 520 512 5308 (evening). You can use this for unruly gatherings or trash or whatever. Daytime number is 520 884 3410.
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HELP END DANGEROUS ILLEGAL GATHERINGS
REPORT any time of day, any number of people, if unruly.
1) Loud party calls should go to 911.
MONTHLY STATS: June- 0, July-0, August-1 September 1-red tag, 6 loud party calls-OOPS! October 1-red tag, 4 loud party calls November: 0-red tags, 3-loud party calls
December: 0-red tags, 2-loud party calls January: 0-red tags, 1- loud party calls
February: 0-red tags, 0- loud party calls March: 0-red tags, 0- loud party calls
April: 2- loud party, 1- red tag
PROPERTY MANAGERS TO CONTACT:
GOODMAN properties have a hotline - 520-512-5308 (evenings) You can use this for unruly gatherings or trash or whatever.sDaytime number is 520 884 3410
If it is a CASA BONITA property, the office number is 520-398-5738. JP residents can call about a concern regarding any Casa Bonita property and their staff will take care of the problem.e Flow Chart
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“Heat waves kill more people than any other type of severe weather in the U.S.” reports Tanya Lewis in the Scientific American (7/22/21). “And climate change is making them more frequent and unpredictable.”
Here are three simple steps we each can take to reduce the risks to ourselves and our neighbors:
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Be neighborly: Get to know your nearby neighbors. It begins with saying, “Hello” and introducing yourself. It can extend much further, from friendly conversations on the sidewalk to backyard teas to block parties.
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Prepare your household: Check out our Household Checklist for Extreme Heat.
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Volunteer to be a contact person for neighbors on the block where you live.
Want to learn more?
THANK YOU TO SAM HUGHES NEIGHBORHOOD FOR THE CHECKLIST
ABOUT PREPARING FOR AN EXTREME HEAT EVENT:
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ReRuns....worth posting again |
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2022 Roll-offs and Brush and Bulky |
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2022 Roll-offs
Rest of the year:
May - Thu., 5/19 - Mon., 5/23
July - Thu., 7/28 - Mon., 8/1
October - Thu., 10/20 - Mon.,10/24
4 locations in JP: 917 E. Seneca, 1822 E. Lester St., 1850 N. Tyndall and 1740 E. Edison
2022 Brush & Bulky: Week of 8/29/2022
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Recycling- no more glass in the Blue Bins |
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ONE CALL BRUSH AND BULKY: PAY $55 FOR ANY TIME SPECIAL TRASH COLLECTION. A special trash pick up can be ordered ANY TIME by calling Customer Service at 520-791-3171 or submit an online Service Request. Consider ordering a special pickup if you have a large quantity of bulky refuse that you are unable to take to the landfill and your Brush and Bulky service is not scheduled soon.
Fees for Special Collections are:
· $30 for up to ten cubic yards plus $25 for 15 minutes of collection time-- $55 total.
· $25 for each additional 15 minutes of collection time and $5 for each additional cubic yard.
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QUICK LINKS - City Services "Cheat Sheet" has links, emails, and phone numbers to make it easier to reach anyone in the City based on your need.
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Street Racing - Hear street racing, revving of engines, screaming of tires?
Report Racing vehicles and motorcycles:
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MASK REQUIREMENT DROPPED - Sun Tran has been notified that the federal mask requirement is no longer in effect for the public transit industry. As a result, Sun Tran, Sun Van, Sun Link and Sun Shuttle employees are not required to enforce mask wearing. Although masks are no longer required, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) continues to recommend wearing a mask while onboard transit vehicles. Please respect those who choose to continue wearing masks. Passengers can request a mask at one of our transit center information booths.
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Helicopter Noise/ Banner Hospital:
contact BUMC Security: 520-694-6533.
The Med Evac. flight path is south of Jefferson Park. No choppers should fly over Jeff Park residences. Report non-compliant flights to Banner - 520-694-6533.
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TPD Incident Reports for JP |
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Police Incidents in Jefferson Park
To see the block/street that goes with each event,
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Sorry to report
An uptick in mail theft in JP, and across the city. Collect your mail immediately.
Sign up for informed delivery.
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Online Crime reporting: This link will take you to the TPD online crime reporting site. And if you’d like an officer to contact you even when you use the online form, you can make that clear when you file, too.
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In person: You can call Operations Division West front desk at (520) 791-4467, Monday through Friday from 8AM to 5PM, or you can stop by the substation located at 1310 W. Miracle Mile and file a report in person during the above listed days and hours of operation.
POLICE/FIRE EMERGENCY - 911
NON-EMERGENCY - 791-4444
REPORT A CRIME 88-CRIME - (882-7463)
Anonymously report suspicious activity/persons.
Report an unruly gathering: Call 911 CLICK HERE to see Flow Chart
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TPD West Division: Operations Division West front desk at (520) 791-4467, Monday through Friday from 8AM to 5PM, or you can stop by the substation with questions/concerns, located at 1310 W. Miracle Mile.
JP Community Resource Officer: Sergeant Mitch Vipond
Phone: (520) 837-7241
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HOMELESS OUTREACH TEAM - 520.837.7425
Emergency: 911
The services they offer and how to report is described at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/files/hcd/Documents/Program_Policies_Procedures/City_of_Tucson_Homeless_Protocol_3.24.2021.pdf
If you find a homeless person who needs help, you may call the City Resource number 520-791-2540, 8am until 5pm, Monday through Friday
Do not use this number to ask to have camps removed.
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Recycling list
to read what can/cannot be recycled
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Report Transportation Concerns: Is there a pothole you'd like to see fixed? Is a street sign missing? Is a tree limb hanging too close over a roadway or sidewalk?You can report these issues to the Tucson Department of Transportation (TDOT), (520) 791-3154, or email the exact location to
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Roach Control Hotline
Automated line, please provide requested information and staff will return the call
(520) 724-3401
Report Sewer Odors
(520) 724-3400
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What is a code violation?And whom do I call? Download an information sheet approved by the City Code Enforcement Division
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Dirty bus stop
Include pictures if you wish. All requests will be documented by Sun Tran to ensure proper follow-up takes place.
Sun Tran:
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Neighborhood Contacts & Resources |
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REPORT ISSUES WITH U of A 24/7 available (520) 282-3649
Neighborhood Resources: Recommended service Providers
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Community businesses - We appreciate you! |
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North American Powder Coating
Thanks for powder coating the history sign stands. The six signs are now installed in the Linear Park, celebrating the stories of Jefferson Park. Special thanks to owner Mark Barger.
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ACE Hardware - Campbell Avenue.
Thanks for the new plastic plant pots and the shop vac prize at the March 26 Linear Trail work day. Thanks for helping make our fundraisers a nd projects a success!
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Your City Council Offices |
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The Ward offices publish weekly updates. Jefferson Park is in Ward 3; however, Ward 6 also puts out an informative newsletter, so both are worth a read!
WARD III
Kevin Dahl's newsletter: https://www.tucsonaz.gov/ward-3
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Another newsletter chock full of information!
WARD VI
Steve Kozachik's newsletter:
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Pima County Board of Supervisor's Office |
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District Five Contact Info: Adelita Grijalva
Board of Supervisors Meetings:
Participate in the call to the public: Contact the Clerk of the Board’s Office at (520) 724-8449 Send in a written comment: email COB_mail@pima.gov
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Editors' Note: This Constant Contact is sent only upon request and with permission. The editors, Joan Daniels, Erin Posthumus, Joanne Osuna , Colleen Nichols invite your comments. |
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Thanks to the editors who check and recheck the information we send out to our neighbors. If you see an error or have an addition, let one of us know. |
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