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Tucson's 31st Historic District - Homesteaded February 8, 1898
JEFFERSON PARK IS 125 YEARS OLD! Sept 27, 2023
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ROLL OFFS - Thursday, Oct 19 - Monday, Oct 23
Located at 4 sites in Jefferson Park
917 E. Seneca, 1822 E. Lester St.,
850 N. Tyndall and 1740 E. Edison
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SUNDAY NOVEMBER 5th
International School Playground and Gym
11am - 3pm -- Mark your Calendar - Bring the Kids!
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Nov 5 - Absolutely Stunning Silent Auction Items! | |
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* Do you remember having an ice box in your kitchen - that dates you!
* Beautiful, still in the box, 4 place setting dinner ware.
* Pendant and Bolo Tie
...and more items coming in!
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How about a beautiful RC Gorman Print, Sanctuario print, or a telescope?
The mannequin is a genuine antique in pristine shape for the master tailor!
...and more exciting items are coming in!
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Nov 5-Have Lunch with us! | |
Nov 5 - Community Resources and Kids on Playground | |
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Thank You Community Businesses
for supporting Jefferson Park!
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Gloo Factory-- donating the printing of our "history" bookmarks.
Will be available at our 125 Year Celebration
https://thegloofactory.com/
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On-line SABAKU gift certificate for our silent auction. Thank you Sabaku!
sabakuart.com
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Old Pueblo Trolley Museum -1938 yellow coach exhibit | |
Seneca Drive Band
These folks, one of whom is a Jefferson Park neighbor, will provide entertainment beginning at 1pm.
https://www.facebook.com/SenecaDriveMusicalDuo/
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Buffelgrass in JP - Will you help? | |
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We cannot let this invasive species take over Jefferson Park! Micheal Hailey, chair of the Green Committee, will be working in the northeast corner of Jefferson Park. He would like some help. Learn to identify buffelgrass and other invasive plants and the best way to eradicate them.
DATE: Sunday Oct 22 TIME: 8:30AM
WHERE: Edison Parklet (corner of Edison and Campbell Access Road)
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Homeless in Jefferson Park | |
To report an encampment online, please scan the QR code on the left to access the Reporting Tool page or
Reporting Tool website:
https://reportencampments.tucsonaz.gov/
To report an encampment by phone, please call the City of Tucson Resource Line: (520) 791-2540
For homeless who wish to access services go to: https://www.tucsonaz.gov/hcd/homelessness-resources
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North east section of Jefferson Park. Homeless outreach has been notified. Hopefully these folks can be helped. They have been camping for several weeks and additional folks were coming. One camp is within a block of the school. Neighbors, please submit via the Reporting tool immediately when you see activity. It is easy and quick. | |
Jim Click Raffle Tickets - Help your neighborhood - Buy one! | |
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Take a chance! Purchase a ticket!
If you wish to purchase tickets you may contact:
Joanne Osuna 520-798-3602 (leave a message and she will return your call) Or e-mail cricket16@cox.net
100% of the ticket sales go to our neighborhood. Your ticket purchase has twice the power—one, you might win; and two, you support neighborhood projects.
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International School Invites YOU | | |
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Trunk or Treat at our neighborhood school, the International School of Tucson,1701 E. Seneca St., Friday, October 27, 2023 from 4:00-6:00PM
For more information, and to donate funds or candy, scan the code or visit:
https://istpa.square.site/halloween-2023
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National Emergency Preparedness Month | |
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To see a detailed explanation of how to eliminate rats/mice, go to the Sept 27 E-news link to the right.
Thank you Meg Johnson and Sam Hughes
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Jefferson Park Assn takes a stand against
138kV Overhead Lines thru JP
See the proposed location of the Vine Substation
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The Jefferson Park Neighborhood Assn Board sent a letter to TEP and will send one to the Board of Adjustment. Stating in part:
"Jefferson Park steadfastly opposes any consideration of running overhead lines and massive poles through our neighborhood. They should not be placed in residential neighborhoods and the substation should certainly be moved to a more suitable location. Undergrounding is the only consideration for the transmission lines in the heart of the city, thereby protecting the Tucson we want now and in the future." To read the entire letter go to: http://www.jeffersonpark.info/tep-138-kv-poles.
The Board of Adjustment hearing is Wednesday, October 25, 1:30 PM. It is a virtual meeting. TEP is appealing the 2021 determination by the Zoning Administrator that they must abide by the ordinances governing gateway and scenic routes.
Comment in writing by submitting an email no later than 5 PM, Tuesday, October 24 to: DSD_Zoning_Administration@tucsonaz.gov. Refer to Case # C10-21-09.
If you wish to comment at the time of the virtual hearing, there are two steps.
1) Submit your request to speak no later than 5 PM, Monday, October 23 at cityclerk@tucsonaz.gov. Refer to Case # C10-21-09.
2) Attend the virtual meeting as shown below.
LINK: http://bit.ly/BoardofAdjustmentsPublicHearing
JOIN BY PHONE: (346) 248-7799 OR (720) 707-2699
MEETING ID: 889 7505 6744
PASSCODE: 130557
MEETING MATERIALS: https://bit.ly/BoAPHMaterials
Underground Coalition issues and talking points are also found at http://www.jeffersonpark.info/tep-138-kv-poles
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NOV 15 - TEP will meet with Jefferson Park at the regular monthly neighborhood meeting, Wednesday, November 15, at 6:00 p.m., Ward III meeting room. We will be able to discuss our specific concerns.
A project webpage is available at Midtown Reliability Project—Tucson Electric Power (tep.com), where visitors will find an interactive map, online comment form, and other information about the project.
NOTE: The yellow triangle shows the location of the proposed substation - Vine Ave and next to Lester
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Edison/Campbell Street Parklet Maintenance | |
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On the 3rd Saturday of the month at 8:00 a.m., at the east end of Edison at Campbell Avenue, neighbors do a quick cleanup of the parklet. It's easy with neighbors helping. Just show up; all garbage bags and tools are supplied. You are always welcome to go when it suits your schedule. If you do pick up trash during another time, please contact Joanne Osuna at cricket16@cox.net , and your time will count. We report our hours to Tucson Clean & Beautiful as part of the Adopt-a-Park Program. (JP Contact- Joanne Osuna cricket16@cox.net )
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HELP unhoused folks with your "extras"
Drop off items at Ward III
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Ward III is accepting furniture, cooking supplies, etc.—anything that might help someone set up a house. Drop items off at the Ward III office, 1501 E Grant (corner of Grant and Vine). Is the item too big? Give them a call for pickup at (520) 791-4711; they will come, pick it up, and take it to the Wildcat House, where it will help folks who are just getting into housing. | |
Got Covid or Just a Cold? - Interesting chart | |
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If at any point your peace is disturbed, report neighborhood loud party/unruly gathering complaints to 911. You may also call the UA Neighborhood Hotline at 520-282-3649. A team from the University’s community relations office and TPD’s Red Tag Unit are available to visit problematic properties to educate students about the City’s Unruly Gathering Ordinance and the UA’s consequences for violation of the Student Code of Conduct.
Karen L Sanson, Office of Government & Community Relations
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Open Invitation to all neighborhoods | |
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Parks and Rec Classes
Deadline Approaching to Register for Fall Leisure Classes
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The deadline to register for Tucson Parks and Recreation fall classes is Tuesday, Oct. 17, at 5 p.m. Offering a variety of entertainment, these classes promise to captivate and inspire community members of all ages.
Class categories include:
Discover the wealth of opportunities that await you by perusing our online classes at EZEEreg.com. For questions or more information, contact Registration Services at 520-791-4877.
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Porch Fest Next Door - October 29 - Noon-5 | |
Presidio San Augustin Events | |
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From Oct. 27 to Nov. 7, the Presidio Museum will host several ofrendas (altars) that the public can contribute to honoring veterans, pets and Presidio Museum Friends and Family. Community members may also include ofrendas for loved ones who have passed. The museum will accept applications for altar displays through Wednesday, Oct. 20. Click here for more information and to register or contact Kate Avalos, Interpretive Programs and Volunteer Manager, at katea@tucsonpresidio.com
History Walking Tours, Tour of the Santa Cruz River History. FALL TOUR DATES AND NEW TOURS HAVE BEEN ADDED! Click here for more information!
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Friends Community Book Sales | |
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Want to support the Pima County Public Library? Go to the Friends Community Book Sale at 2230 N Country Club Rd. (1/2 block south of Grant on the east side of Country Club, across from Ace Hardware).Choose from over 70 categories of books – carefully arranged so you can easily find what you are looking for! They also have a great selection of vinyl records, DVDs, CDs, audio books, and more. There are even games and puzzles, computer games and software available at most sales.
Book sale information and times go to - https://pimafriends.com/buy-books/buy-books-in-person-sales/
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Desert Museum events/classes | |
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Adult art classes, painting and photography and much more. Go to DesertMuseum.org
https://www.desertmuseumarts.com/
To see their print catalog go to desertmuseumarts.com/fall-2023-print-catalog
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Presentations at the UA Flandrau Planetarium | |
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PIMA COUNTY POOLS AND SPLASH PADS
Click HERE to view the extended-summer pool schedule.
For all the locations of Tucson pools and splash pads
CLICK HERE
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Grant Road Project Phases 5 and 6 - That's Us! | |
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The White Paper - shares what the adjacent neighborhoods want to see in the plan CLICK HERE.
The latest information is in the minutes of May 17 meeting with Department of Transportation, PSOMAS, and Planning and Development Services (PDSD). Click here http://www.grantroadcoalition.com.
A NOTE: Much depends upon the status of the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA); with luck the project begins in 2026.
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Re-Runs....worth posting again | |
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CRIME STATISTICS BY WARD and DIVISION:
To start, please visit: https://policeanalysis.tucsonaz.gov/
Once you go to this site click on the “Reported Crimes” dashboard link.
Then click on the “Go to the Data” button and you will be brought to the Dashboard’s homepage that provides a brief navigation guide for using the dashboard.
from Cpt. John Carlson and Lt. Ericka Stropka of the Tucson Police Department:
CRIME STATISTICS BY NEIGHBORHOOD
Info based on police reports sorted by neighborhood go to neighsupport.net
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Wildcat dumping in JP - report it! | |
Feel free to email notifications of illegal dumping in Jefferson Park directly to ward3@tucsonaz.gov . Ward 3 informs us they can get illegally dumped items cleaned up pretty promptly. It's best to include the nearest address and a brief description of what's been dumped. Photos are great as well.
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REPORTING: Graffiti or Street Maintenance Concerns | |
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GRAFFITI
- Report by Phone: (520) 792-CITY (2489).
- Graffiti on bus stops can be reported to Sun Tran customer service at (520) 792-9222.
When reporting graffiti for removal or reporting graffiti that you have removed, please provide the following information: Address or cross streets of the graffiti. Graffiti removed only within City limits.
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Is there a pothole you'd like to see filled? Is a street sign missing? Is a tree limb hanging over a roadway or sidewalk? You can report these issues to the City of Tucson's Department of Transportation and Mobility, (520) 791-3154, or email the exact location to TDOTConcerns@tucsonaz.gov.
Department of Transportation and Mobility
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REPORTING: Damaged sidewalk, broken trash/recycle lids? | |
When your own home trash or recycle bin needs to be replaced, email Eshelp@tucsonaz.gov - give your address and request a replacement. It’ll help out both the drivers, and your neighbors will appreciate clean streets, free of litter. | |
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City to assist with sidewalk repair. The neighbor supplies the material and the City supplies the labor.
To get started, send an E-mail to: TDOTConcerns@Tucsonaz.gov.
Provide your name and address and a little information about your project.
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For graffiti, potholes,etc: You don't have to use the "SeeClickFix" app on your phone! You can also report issues online using it. It's not necesssary to include a photo and you can remain anonymous:
SeeClickFix Online
View SeeClickFix Tutorial Video
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REPORTING: Homeless and Homeless Help | |
REPORTING: Helicopter Flights over Neighborhood | |
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by phone:
BUMC Security: 520-694-6533
or on-line:
On-line reporting tool:
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BANNER HELIPAD REPORTS
2022 NOV - 85 medical flights/14 reports from neighbors
2022 DEC - 91 medical flights/20 reports from neighbors
2023 JAN - 91 medical flights/16 reports from neighbors
2023 FEB - 90 medical flights/18 reports from neighbors
2023 MARCH - 102 medical flights/14 reports from neighbors
2023 APRIL -129 medical flights/14 reports from neighbors
BANNER HELIPAD number of flights for 2021/2022 1,034 total flights
to see report in its entirety:
http://www.jeffersonpark.info/helicopters---banner.html
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REPORTING: Illegal Gatherings in JP | |
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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.
2) Additionally, if student-related, contact the UA Neighborhood Hotline to report concerns at 520-282-3649.
3) Loud music/noise calls may be reported online: https://www.tucsonaz.gov/apps/crime-reporting/
For the red tag info sheet - CLICK HERE
MONTHLY STATS:
2022: June - 2 loud party, 0 red tag; July - 0; August - 3 loud party, 3 red tag; Sept. - 3 loud party, 1 red tag; October - 6 loud party, 2 red tag; November - 0 loud party, 0 red tag; December - 0 loud party, 0 red tag;
2023: January -0 loud party, 0 red tag, February -0 loud party, 0 red tag, March -0 loud party, 0 red tag, April -4 loud party,2 red tag. May -2 loud party, 0 red tag June
0 loud party, 0 red tag, July- 3 loud party, 1 red tag
PROPERTY MANAGERS TO CONTACT:
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GOODMAN properties have a hotline - 520-512-5308 (evenings) You can use this for unruly gatherings, trash , etc. Daytime number is 520-884-3410.
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CASA BONITA properties office # is 520-398-5738.
(JP contact, for information: Colleen Nichols cnichols17@cox.net)
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Neighborhood Watch How-To | |
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Get your neighbors together and increase safety in your area.
With an uptick of petty crime in the midtown area, your block may want to participate in Neighborhood Watch. For more information, see https://www.tucsonaz.gov/police/neighborhood-watch.
Also, check out this handy guide to securing your home. Some things you may not have thought of,
https://www.tucsonaz.gov/files/police/nhw_home_security_booklet.pdf
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If you are a TEP customer, your TEP account qualifies you for a free smart thermostat. They lead to lower energy use, which protects our environment and helps keep our electric service affordable for everyone. You’ll need to agree to install it within 60 days. Claim yours while supplies last!
For technical assistance in the selection of a compatible thermostat option, please call (855) 393-9717. To find all the information
CLICK HERE
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Qualifying Tucson Water customers can apply to receive grants and loans to install rainwater harvesting and gray water irrigation systems. Other programs include discounted high-efficiency clothes washers. There's also free toilet replacement available,.
Tucson Water rebates, incentives, and services.
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Found a baby bird, someone shooting at birds, etc? Wildlife questions answered: CLICK HERE for information on what to do with wildlife in your yard. | |
SEE A SWARM OF BEES? CLICK HERE for the YouTube safety information from the Tucson Fire Department. | |
NON-BLUE BIN Plastic Recycling | |
The 70+ ton pile of plastic getting ready to be baled and sent to ByFusion this week. | |
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Upcycle your plastic - Save and bag plastic.
Take your plastic waste to
the Ward 6 Council Office at 3202 E First St
Behind the Walgreens,across from The Loft Theater
If it is plastic, we will take it!
Sorting is not required, but please bag your items!
YOU DO NOT NEED TO REMOVE PAPER LABELS ON PLASTIC
AND IT DOES NOT NEED TO BE TOTALLY CLEAN.
IF THE DUMPSTER IS NOT THERE WHEN YOU DROP OFF YOUR PLASTICS,
IT MEANS THAT IT HAS BEEN PICKED UP TO BE EMPTIED.
JUST LEAVE YOUR PLASTICS AGAINST THE WALL.
BE SURE THE BAG IS TIED SO PLASTIC DOES NOT GO FLYING.
A VOLUNTEER WILL PUT THEM IN THE DUMPSTER WHEN IT IS RETURNED.
THE WARD VI DUMPSTER GETS FULL SO QUICKLY, IT HAS TO BE EMPTIED MULTIPLE TIMES PER WEEK.
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Sun Tran fares remain free until December 31, 2023 | |
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REPORT ISSUES WITH U of A 24/7 available (520) 282-3649.
REPORT ISSUES WITH BANNER HOSPITAL available 24/7, (520) 694-6533
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Get on the the neighborhood listserv, send a blank email to jeffersonparktucson+subscribe@googlegroups.com
Facebook: Jefferson Park Pet Lost animals, found animals etc https://www.facebook.com/Jefferson-Park-Neighborhood-Tucson-AZ-Pet-Page-695645730464933/
Facebook: Jefferson Park: Interactive communications and neighborhood friendly posts https://www.facebook.com/groups/1595530767355038/
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Community businesses - We appreciate you!
Support the businesses who support Jefferson Park
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Many thanks to The Prime Leaf | |
Thanks to North America Powder Coating | |
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MARK'S ACE Hardware - Campbell Avenue.
Thanks for several donations!!
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Carly Quinn - tile work at Campbell Entrances | |
Jefferson Park is proud to support local businesses that support our neighborhood. To place an ad in our E-news, contact jdchama@msn.com. Rates start at just $30 to publish/share your business card in a newsletter or lock in all newsletters for the year for just $150. We have 12-15 editions annually that reach over 350 local residents. | |
Your Area Representatives CAN HELP! | | |
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See a new neighbor? Alert the representative in your area to let them know to take by a welcome packet! | |
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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 publishes an informative newsletter, so both are worth a read!
WARD III
Kevin Dahl's newsletter: https://www.tucsonaz.gov/ward-3
1510 E Grant Rd., 85719, 520-791-4711, email: ward3@tucsonaz.gov
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Pima County Board of Supervisor's Office | |
Editors' Note: This Constant Contact is sent only upon request and with permission. The editors, Joan Daniels, Joanne Osuna , Colleen Nichols invite your comments. | |
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. | | | | |
