Tucson's 31st Historic District * Homesteaded February 8, 1898 | | SEND LINK TO A FRIEND SO THEY CAN GET NEWS Click Here | | |
September 17- 5:30- 7:30pm Open House - Mountain Avenue Bike Lane Improvements, Ward 3 Community Room, Dept of Transportation: Presentation of plans for safer bike lanes on Mountain
Join us to learn more about traffic safety improvements coming soon on Mountain Avenue! Visit the project website at bit.ly/mountain-avenue or point your smart phone’s camera at the QR code on the flyer to learn more.
Open House at Ward 3 Office *** Free Tea from Transit Tea!
September 24 - 6:00 pm - JPNA Meeting (in person)
Safety and Homelessness in the area- what is being done and what can we do? TPD, homeless protocol speakers
Purchase Jim Click Tickets at the meeting
See agenda at: http://www.jeffersonpark.info/jpna-agenda.html
October 24 - 6:00pm JPNA Meeting (in person)
Meet District 5 Supervisor Andres Cano
Purchase Jim Click Tickets at the meeting
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Mountain Ave Bike Lane Improvements
Open House
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JIM CLICK - MILLIONS for TUCSON
for sale at JPNA meetings
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The Jim Click Millions for Tucson 2025 edition has begun! Mr. Click is raffling off three great prizes this year: the Grand Prize is a new 2025 Kia Carnival Hybrid SX Prestige (MSRP $54,510). The second prize is two round-trip, first-class airline tickets to anywhere in the world (some restrictions apply) and the third prize is $5,000 in cash.
One hundred percent of the ticket revenue we collect comes to our neighborhood! You gamble and we all win!
| | JP NEIGHBORHOOD STREETS oh my! | | Traffic Circle at Edison and Fremont was hit and the metal art upended the week of Aug 18. Reported to 311 and now we await the decision as to who funds the repair. | | |
Damaged circle at Lester and Santa Rita City has removed the damaged metal. Next step is to determine who funds the replacement art. It is hoped that this circle can reflect the historic area that surrounds it. It is located at the intersection of several Annie Lester built homes-Jefferson Park's original homesteader.
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First week in August there were water work in the form of valves and hydrants near north Vine. This should be the last of the prerequisite water works.
Demolitioin and grading expected to start on curbs, sidewalks, and ramps in mid-August.
We believe a complete date before Thanksgiving 2025.
(C. Doklan, Traffic Committee)
Cindy Doklan, Jefferson Park Traffic Chair, was interviewed by Craig Smith, KGUN 9 News:
Cindy - interview about street paving project
| | Use the button below to see the street projects in Jefferson Park and the City of Tucson | | TEP and 100+ft. Poles through Jefferson Park | | |
Bottom line- overhead lines are NOT a done deal!
They are not good for Jefferson Park!
1. The neighborhood and Underground Arizona disagree with overheading lines in Jefferson Park. The city still has the ability to prevent over heading as per the U of A Area Plan.
2.TEP CAN RECOVER the cost of undergrounding according to Underground Arizona* (of which Jefferson Park is a member):
" We... managed to get APS and a judge to say that the ACC has no jurisdiction over transmission line cost recovery--only FERC has jurisdiction.... TEP's employees continue to tell people that the ACC will not let them underground transmission lines. And, despite being asked many times, it has never produced a single example of the ACC or FERC denying cost recovery of an underground line when there are tens of thousands of miles of underground lines in Arizona."
3.TEP proposes the 100+ ft poles go on the west side of Park all the way to Grant. They say they will bury the present distribution lines on the east side of Park, leaving only the 100+ ft poles on the west side. Burying the existing east side distribution lines may take years leaving BOTH sides of Park with lines (see current Grant Road construction).
4.TEP will seek a Special Exception permit to construct the substation. That does not mean they automatically have the right to install 100+ foot poles and overhead lines.
*Underground Arizona: "Underground Arizona is now an admitted Intervenor in the APS and TEP rate cases. We believe we can bring something different to the fight for more accurate rates. We also managed to get APS and a judge to say that the ACC has no jurisdiction over transmission line cost recovery--only FERC has jurisdiction."
| | Kiosk to include THEN and NOW information | | |
Now filled with the history of the area as well as current neighborhood information. Thank you all!
Jason Butler, who created our metal entrance signs at Park and Euclid, recently finished the install of the kiosk. Thanks to Banner for the location. Thanks to neighbors, Liz, Kathy, Colleen, and Joan, who helped with design and arrangements. And thanks to all the donations from our neighbors that made this possible. It can be seen at the corner of Warren and Lester.
Visual barrier between hospital and neighborhood
Still in conversations with Banner Hospital personnel. Plans will be available soon.
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"RTA Next" to finish Our Grant Road Project
...if the 1/2 cent sales tax passes
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Plan to go before Voters in March
Regional Transportation Authority board set to approve proposal at Monday meeting; Election to be held in March. The supervisors are expected to approve it on Sept. 2.
The Plan Includes: Completion of projects originally in the RTA One Plan. That includes Grant Road through Midtown, 22nd Street between Kino Boulevard and I-10, First Avenue between Grant Road and Ina Road, Silverbell Road between Camino del Cerro and Ina Road and Houghton Road between Broadway and Tanque Verde Road. Estimated cost: $262 million.
March 10 election so voters can make the final call.
In March voters will be asked to cast three votes:
- One will allow changes to projects approved as part of the original RTA plan in 2006.
- Another will be to continue the 1/2 cent sales tax.
- The third ballot question will be to approve or deny the list of projects.
[Mike] Ortega, the former Tucson city manager who stepped into the RTA’s driver’s seat in June shortly after the board fired longtime executive director Farhad Moghimi, said the plan balances a lot of needs in the community.
(Tucson Sentinel)
| | Edison/Campbell Street North Parklet Maintenance | | |
Third Saturday of the month. Thank you all who have helped with the clean-ups. Please continue to report any homeless encampments to:
https://reportencampments.tucsonaz.gov/
All garbage bags and tools are supplied and the company is great! We report the hours to Tucson Clean & Beautiful Adopt-A-Park Program. See more information at http://www.jeffersonpark.info/clean-committee.html
Please report any homeless encampment to Homeless Outreach Team - 520.837.7425 or on-line: https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/10b590ae4b7e423ca9c02912996620a8
| | STAR coming - Sleep overs for homeless | | Site immediately against 520 apartment building | | | |
A complex to provide shelter to homeless women and gender neutral folks is being constructed 5 blocks west of Jefferson Park. Several weeks ago, Jefferson Park reached out to find plans, etc., but was unable to get any clear information as to permits, specific site plans, or nature of the operation from the Ward III office, PDSD, or the Mayor's office.
Projects to mitigate homelessness are commendable and must be on-going. However, in the spirit of transparency, any plans for building need to be shared with neighbors and published on the city plans and development site BEFORE it becomes fact ---just like any other neighborhood project.
Public meetings after the fact do not give residents input. Additionally, neighbors need to know specifics about supervision, hours and contacts in case of concerns.
| | UA student conducting research on windows | | UA student Alyssa will be sharing her study at the September 24 Jefferson Park meeting. She is seeking research participants. See flyer below. Attend the meeting to ask questions or contact her directly. | | Historic Jefferson Park home to disappear! | | |
A permit request has been submitted to demolish this iconic historic Lester home and its adjoining guest house built by Annie Lester, our original homesteader. An important piece of Tucson history is set to fall! Our latest information is that the permit will be granted. Every home that loses its historic status by whatever means endangers the neighborhood historic status. If the neighborhood loses too many homes, the property tax benefit for contributing properties could be in jeopardy.
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CITY FALL POOL SCHEDULE RELEASED FOR
SEPT. 2-NOV. 9, 2-25
The City of Tucson Parks and Recreation department will have seven pools open from Sept. 2 through Nov. 9, 2025. No slides or diving boards will be open. There is no entry fee for pools or splash pads.
Extended summer season pool locations:
- Archer Pool, 1665 S. La Cholla Blvd.
- Catalina Pool, 2005 N. Dodge Blvd.
- Clements Pool, 8155 E. Poinciana Drive
- Edith Ball Adaptive Recreation Center Pool, 3455 E. Zoo Court
- Fort Lowell Pool, 2900 N. Craycroft Road
- Quincie Douglas Pool, 1563 E. 36th St.
- Udall Pool, 7200 E. Tanque Verde Road
View the fall locations and schedule below or on the parks and recreation website at Tucsonaz.gov/parks.
| | Staying cool in centers and pools and splash pads | | What's Happening in Tucson this weekend? Go to: https://www.visittucson.org/events/this-weekend/ | |
$5 Admission Every Friday
On Fridays through September 26, admission to the Gardens is just $5 (free to Members, as always).
Enjoy a summer stroll under the canopy of 100-year-old shade trees, the lush green tones of over 20 specialty garden spaces, and a delicious $5 Friday Root Beer Float at the café. Get Tickets
**We are CLOSED for the holiday on Friday, July 4.
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The Pharmaceutical Product Stewardship Work Group (PPSWG) is raising awareness of the free, accessible options for safe medicine disposal that are available right now in Tucson. Five years ago, they launched the website MyOldMeds.com to raise awareness about secure disposal options nationwide, and today they provide an easy-to-use locator for more than 29,000 options in all 50 states – including 46 options in Tucson alone.
The website provides simple, straightforward information on the proper use, storage, and disposal of household medications, along with a locator to help find disposal options near you.
| | NO EXCUSE FOR WILDCAT DUMPING! | | |
It is a Code Violation to leave furniture and trash at the curb or in the alley. If the resident who left the items there will not properly dispose of their items, you can report it. Contact Report Illegal Dumping online at Code Enforcement Violation Report or call (520) 791-5843, Monday-Friday 9:30 AM - 4 PM
OR take a photo and report to 311.
| | New Environmental Services AP | | |
Do you ever wonder what and where you can throw certain things away? Or when? There is plenty to explore on the city site and the app. The Environmental Services Department has done a stellar job putting this together in a user-friendly interface. Go to the following link https://www.knowwheretothrow.com/ to check out the new site or download the app on your phone and enjoy!
(Thank You Arnie Bermudez, Ward III)
| | RE-RUNS FOR YOUR INFORMATION | | |
JP has a place on the website where you can recommend service providers who did a good job for you and find others as well. If you have a service or business to refer, please contact Colleen cnichols17@cox.net and she will add their information to the list. Please visit http://www.jeffersonpark.info/recommended-services.html
(The list is provided for your information only. Jefferson Park does not endorse any individual or business.)
| | Helicopters Over the Neighborhood | | |
Jefferson Park MOU stipulates a "fly friendly" path. No flights over Jefferson Park. Report fly-overs. It is quick and easy. Call BUMC Security: 520-694-6533, or
Report online: https://forms.office.com/r/ED7gg3Lszu
MONTHLY REPORT
A medical flight is considered both an arrival and a departure of the same aircraft.
February - Total flights =138 (69 arrivals,69 departures), 32 arrivals non compliant, 19 departures non compliant - 32% flights non-compliant
March - Total flights = 282 (141 arrivals, 141 departures).
42 non compliant arrivals, 28 non-compliant departures - 24.8% flights non-compliant
April - Total flights = 248 (124 arrivals, 124 departures)32 non-compliant arrivals, 28 departures non complaint. 24.19 % non-compliant
July- Total flights=174 (87 arrivals/87 departures) 25 non-compliant arrivals (32%) and 20 non-compliant departures (26%)
Reports for 2024 at http://www.jeffersonpark.info/helicopters---banner.html
| | NEW SUN TRAN BUS SCHEDULE | | Use this button to download the new Sun Tran booklet of routes, etc. | | |
Grocery Sharing at Tucson Food Share - 2500 N. Stone Ave.
Groceries are shared Mondays 4:30 - 6 pm, Thursdays 6 - 7:30 pm, and Saturdays from 8 - 9:30am. https://tucsonfoodshare.org/ has more information about volunteering, donating, or requesting delivery.
| | ALL ABOUT YOUR GARBAGE & DISCARDS. . . . . | | How to recycle just about anything. Tucson Clean and Beautiful website gives sites and information on everything from batteries to bulbs | | |
ORANGE BAGS/GLASS/ - NEW LOCATION
..Everything else, place in your blue bin
| | | The Ward 6 Recycling Center has moved to 850 S. Randolph Way (just south of Hi Corbett Field).
Items that you WILL be able to drop off to be recycled:
- Plastic in Orange Hefty Bags only.
- Glass
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Food scraps for the FoodCycle compost program -- but you must go through Food/Cycle training program.
Items that you should NOT take to the Ward VI site:
Use your own blue bin for for recycling cardboard, paper, aluminum, tin, and plastics #1, #2, and #5.
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U OF A NEWS
University Fall Classes began Monday, August 25th
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Blood Drive - UA Cares in Partnership with The Red Cross
Please mark your calendar for the next scheduled blood drive Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at the University of Arizona Campus Store located on the Main Campus in the Student Union Memorial Center (1209 E. University Blvd.) from 9:00am-3:00pm. Walk-ins are welcome and we could use your help getting donations into our local hospitals. Please consider donating and join us in celebrating how an hour of your time can provide blood to up to three people here in Southern Arizona.
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U of A Neighborhood Hotline
to report concerns regarding U of A:
(520) 282-3649 U of A Hotline. It works!
U of A Emergency Alerts
If you are not a university student, employee, or designated campus colleague, you can sign up to receive UAlert notifications by creating a profile or updating your existing profile in Smart911, by selecting the "Create or update your profile" button below. This allows you to receive emergency messages by text or email for U of A locations.
Smart911 is a free service that allows non-university users to receive UAlert emergency notifications by text or email. Users who already have a Smart911 profile should log in through the University of Arizona’s Smart911 link to opt-in to receive UAlert notifications from the U of A.
You can also opt in to receive emergency notifications from other participating local agencies.
Create or Update Your Profile
(Karen L Sanson, Office of Government & Community Relations)
| LOTS OF WAYS TO RECYCLE AND DONATE TO CHARITIES | |
BUY NOTHING FACEBOOK PAGE - Post your items on the Buy Nothing Facebook page and share with others.
REALLY, REALLY FREE MARKET at Himmel Park near the tennis courts on the third Saturday of every month. Winter hours 9 -11, Summer 8 - 1.
BRINGING OUT THE BEST THRIFT SHOP on Speedway. Beyond what they can sell, they recycle everything: rags, unusable clothing, old shoes, appliances, etc. They shred clothing that is no longer wearable and use it as stuffing in dog and cat beds for rescue groups.
TUCSON REPAIR CAFE - check with them first through their Facebook page, but they often accept electronics and appliances, small household items, etc, that can be repaired or be taken apart to use for parts.
SUBURBAN MINERS located one block west of Alvernon. They repurpose and recycle all kinds of electronic equipment. They also accept other household items and have a "Free Store" open to the public. Suburban Miners is located about a mile away on Blacklidge just a block off Alvernon.
ELECTRONICS RECYCLING: SWS Computers on Speedway, just west of Alvernon quite near us, recycles nearly anything electronic for free.
A few of the many, many wonderful charities where you can make donations:
(Thank you Garden District E-news)
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Roll-offs (for the remainder of the year)
10-23-25 - 10-27-25
Located at 4 sites in Jefferson Park
917 E. Seneca, 1822 E. Lester St.,
850 N. Tyndall and 1740 E. Edison
| | ORDER A SPECIAL BRUSH 'N BULKY COLLECTION | | |
The Environmental and General Services Team wants to support residents following the summer storm damage. Residents can request for a Special Brush & Bulky collection at https://bit.ly/OneCallHaulsItAll. You'll place your materials where you normally set out for brush & bulky pickup and the team will pick up and dispose of your debris, and tree trimmings at the landfill. All for $55! Residents can share the cost with a neighbor as long as it's no more than 10 cubic yards. (from Ward III newsletter)
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Jefferson Park: Report any homeless encampments immediately to:
Homeless Encampment Reporting Tool
https://reportencampments.tucsonaz.gov/
To report an encampment by phone, please call the City of Tucson Resource Line: (520) 791-2540
For Services & Resources for the Homeless:
Call: 520-791-2540
| | 311 or 911? - There's a Difference! | | |
911 remains your contact for any police related concerns :
- Suspicious activity/persons
- Any thefts
- Any shots fired
- Car theft/damage
- Domestic violence
- Medical assistance
- Fire
- Loud Parties/underage alcohol/dangerous behavior
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What do I report to 311? Use it to report any variety of housekeeping concerns. These include potholes, broken play equipment in your pocket park, if your trash pick-up didn’t happen as scheduled, water bill questions, damaged bus stops, parks and streets, debris, illegal dumping, litter, overgrown vegetation and trees, and any other city function that is not an emergency.
There’s also a 311 portal on the City of Tucson website. Use this link to find that: Tucson 311 Service Request Portal and download links
| | Special Places in Our Neighborhood | | |
ABOVE: Little Free library located on Seneca between Warren and Vine.
RIGHT: Kiosk at Lester and Warren in Banner basin area. Cooperative project between Banner and Jefferson Park.
| | Entrance Signs at Campbell Ave fabricated by neighbor and funded by neighbor donations. | | |
ABOVE: Little Free Library - Vine and Lester
BELOW: Ramada and parklet honoring the UA Polo Team - north end of Warren
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RIGHT: Seed Library - Vine and Waverly
BELOW: Park/ Grant Monument Sign declares JP is an Historic District
| | Services for Seniors-Lend A Hand or Receive One | | Updated TPD Contacts for Jefferson Park | | |
CONSTRUCTION IN JP - permits needed
A Neighborhood Preservation Zone - NPZ
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Jefferson Park has a committee that works with Tucson Planning and Development to assure that work is appropriately permitted and changes stay within the scope of Jefferson Park's Neighborhood Preservation Zone.
E-mail the address and your questions to jpnalanduse@gmail.com
NEED A PERMIT? PDSD launched a Permit Dashboard . The interactive dashboard provides insight into the permitting process. Since the launch, PDSD has consistently met target review times more than 90% of the time.
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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, 1510 E Grant (corner of Grant and Vine). Is the item too big? Give Ward III 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.
Ward III also has "Slow Down" signs - FOR FREE!
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Roaches getting too friendly? Report them!
Roach Control Hotline
Automated line, please provide requested information and staff will return the call
(520) 724-3401
Reporting Roach Activity | Pima County, AZ
https://www.pima.gov/1941/Reporting-Roach-Activity
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GRAFFITI
- Report by Phone: (520) 792-CITY (2489).
- Graffiti on bus stops report to Sun Tran customer service at (520) 792-9222.
Give information: Address/cross streets of the graffiti. Graffiti removed only within City limits.
For graffiti, potholes,etc:
SeeClickFix Online
View SeeClickFix Tutorial Video
| | REPORTING: Illegal Gatherings in JP - 911 | | |
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/
SY 2024-25 STATS
July - Loud party: 0, Red Tag: 0
August - No data
September: No Data
October - Loud party: 1, Red Tag: 0
November - Loud party: 5, Red Tag: 1
December- Loud Party: 1, Red Tag: 0
January - Loud Party: 1, Red Tag: 0
February- Loud Party: 2, Red Tag: 1
March - Loud Party: 2, Red Tag: 0
April - Loud Party: 4, Red Tag: 1
May - Loud Party: 3, Red Tag: 1
June - Loud Party: 2, Red Tag: 0
When to call? Access the red tag info sheet - CLICK HERE
STUDENTS DISTURBING THE PEACE
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.
| | Neighborhood Watch How-To | | |
Community businesses - We appreciate you!
Support the businesses who support Jefferson Park
| | Jefferson Park is proud to feature local businesses that support our neighborhood. To place an ad in our E-news, contact jdchama@msn.com. We have 12-15 editions annually, reaching over 350 local residents. Cost of one business card sized image = $120/year | | Many thanks to The Prime Leaf for the Grant/Euclid Monument sign | | Thanks to North America Powder Coating for the sign stands and DTM traffic for the sign manufacture. | | Many thanks to the family of Minette Burges for the Park/Grant monument sign | | THANK YOU STARBUCKS at Campbell/Grant for donating to our events! Yummm! | | |
Thanks to our neighbor Carly Quinn, creator of the current two entrance signs.
Thank you Carly. You have made the neighborhood's east side entrance quite lovely. Like her designs? Email: info@carlyquinndesigns.com Phone: (520) 624-4117
| | Your Area Representatives CAN HELP! | | | | See a new neighbor? Alert the representative in your area to let them know to take by a welcome packet! | | | Every Area Rep would appreciate help distributing doorhangers or taking Welcome Packets to new residents. Contact them via email. | | Neighborhood Memberships and Donations | | |
Press the Donate Button to go to the JPNA website where you can access a link to donate to the non-profit Friends of Jefferson Park or find a form to get a membership to the Jefferson Park Neighborhood Assn.
The instructions below can be used for the newsletter.
Instructions for making Donations and Dues using Zelle.
1. You will need to have Zelle set up with your bank.
2. You will need to have your bank app on your phone.
3. You will need to put Jefferson Park’s Email address in your contacts on your phone. jeffersonparkna31@gmail.com
4. Once the address is in your contacts on your phone and you have the app on your phone you can send in your dues or a donations.
5. Your bank advisor can help you if you are uncertain how it works as each bank app maybe a bit different.
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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 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/.
| | Your City Council Offices | | |
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
| | Pima County Board of Supervisor's Office | | If you have something that you feel neighbors need to know, please let us know. We want the newsletter to be an information hub for Jefferson Park. Please send your information to Joan Daniels at jdchama@msn.com or to Colleen Nichols at cnichols17@cox.net. Also, if you see an error do not hesitate to contact one of us!! | | Editors' Note: This Constant Contact is sent only upon request and with permission. The editors, Joan Daniels, Joanne Osuna, and 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. | | | | |
