Tucson's 31st Historic District
P.O. Box 41243, Tucson AZ 85717 * March 18, 2022
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NEIGHBORHOOD MEETINGS - Zoom With Us |
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Jefferson Park Neighborhood Assn
Wednesday March 23, 6:00pm
To ask to be placed on the agenda: e-mail Laurel-Heather at trdswmn@cox.net
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Fun Event - March 26 Next Saturday |
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Mark your calendar!
Stop by Saturday March 26, 9am to Noon (or until we are done) and enjoy the morning as Trees for Tucson and volunteers, possibly you (bring a shovel), help to plant trees in the Linear Trail on the two blocks west of Park.
Big Maps
Large sized maps will be on display for you to peruse the proposed changes to Grant Road and the proposed Green Spaces.
! Drawings !
Thank you Mark's Ace Hardware-shop vac
Thank you Sausage Deli - $20 gift Certificate
Thank you - Eegees Coupons
Jefferson Park Plant Sale - Potted Plants
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Important Dates for Grant Road |
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The Department of Transportation contracted a Road Safety Analysis (RSA). It is completed and almost ready to share. Jefferson Park is extremely interested in the safety changes that must be made to the dangerous Mountain/Grant intersection. Here's what we know so far:
The report will be released well ahead of the Community Task Force meeting. The intent is for everyone to review it before that meeting. Psomas has offered to discuss or clarify the study ahead of the CTF meeting.
To recap, the timeline:
1) March - RSA Released to Community Task Force (CTF), Ward offices and Public.
2) April - Time for public to review the RSA, design team (Psomas) available for clarification, questions, input.
3) Late April - CTF meeting with RSA as an agenda item.
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Volunteers Needed April 22,23,24 |
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This event supports neighborhood projects, the website, and the E-news. Chairperson: Laurel-Heather trdswmn@cox.net. if you are willing to help with the sale.
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Thank you so much for hiking the neighborhood |
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Thank you Area Reps and neighbors who volunteered to help distribute the doorhangers. We hope the information was useful!
We still need a representative for Area 6!!
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March Madness - Puns for the Game |
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Crime in JP - Who and when |
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TPD reports that crimes are largely connected to student vacation times, and students are the main, but not the only, target. TPD reports that security cameras can help. If there is a burglary, an officer will ask if any neighbor caught anyone on camera. NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH can also help, see https://www.tucsonaz.gov/police/neighborhood-watch
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Our First Monument Sign on Grant Road |
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In February, the JPNA Board voted to select Jason Butler for the design and fabrication of the 14'-16' monument sign, which will be placed at at 1st Ave. and Grant Rd. Sample above. Your JPNA dues and donations will make this possible. Thanks to our neighbor Zach MacDonald and city engineer Jesse Soto (former JP neighbor) for getting permits, etc. Watch that corner!
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Werthmuller Bench almost a reality |
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Thanks to all who have donated. The bench will be a lovely addition to the Trail. |
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We are over halfway there with $1950 pledged to date. To donate to the cost of the bench you may use the Pay Pal button below (pay pal or credit card), or mail your donation to Friends of Jefferson Park, Inc, P O Box 41243, Tucson, AZ 85717
Friends of Jefferson Park, Inc is a 501c3. Your donation will receive a receipt for your records..
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Thanks to the Librarian on the Move |
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The BookBike is back! Jefferson Park's two Little Free Libraries will be getting a much needed delivery of books. Karen Greene, Librarian on the Move, will be making monthly donations to our Little Free libraries. We look forward to some new titles. Many thanks to the Tucson Public Library!
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Do you need help with property taxes or have questions about eligibility for property tax relief?
There are a variety of relief programs for those who meet the criteria, including a senior freeze, a disabled persons exemption, and a widow/widower’s exemption. In addition, there is information about the Pima County Assessor's Rapid Response Program, which will assist property owners that have suffered a catastrophic loss due to fire or flooding.
The 2023 Notices of Value were mailed out on February 23, 2022. The appeal deadline is April 25, 2022.
Complete information can be located on the website at https://www.asr.pima.gov or contact the Assessor's office at (520) 724-8630.
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In a recent meeting between JPNA and Ward III, neighbors asked about the promised street repaving between Park and Mountain from Chauncey Lane to Grant Road.
The project is out to bid, which closes on March 25. The City hopes to start the project at the end of April or the beginning of May. However, all depends on bids, availability of contractors, and availability of materials, etc.
Meanwhile folks, here's a new idea lifted from the newsletter of the Garden District. Something like, if all you have is lemons....make lemonade! Street Golf while we wait.
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TEP - 138kV Poles
Negotiations with City - Public Meeting, April 6
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As you know, for the past few months, TEP has been in negotiations with the City of Tucson regarding the Kino to DeMoss-Petrie Transmission Line Project.
The initial draft of the proposed exceptions were reviewed at a Planning Commission Study Session this past Wednesday evening, the 16th. A public meeting to review the exception criteria, and for you to provide comments and input is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, April 6 at 6:00PM. Details to follow.
Thank you for your continuing interest and support. We've made a lot of progress since the Coalition joined forces, and it is critical that we continue to work together and insist upon undergrounding the lines.
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Parklet at Edison and Campbell Access Road
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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 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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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
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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"Illegal dumping" includes leaving items at the curb, and it is a code violation. Furniture, trash, and yard waste left at the curb can be reported to Code Enforcement. Of course, you might want to try first, to politely ask the person to dispose of it or arrange to have it picked up. However, if you need to report illegal dumping, you can do so by calling 791-5843 or online at http://www.tucsonaz.gov/csd/violation/
Contact Ward III regarding wildcat dumping. You must report the address. Pictures if possible. (520) 791-4711 or email: ward3@tucsonaz.gov
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.
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SAFETY TIPS - Illegal Gatherings in JP |
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HELP END DANGEROUS ILLEGAL GATHERINGS
1) Loud party calls should go to 911..
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REPORT any time of day, any number of people, if unruly.
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
February: 0-red tags, 0- loud party
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SAFETY TIPS - TPD Brochures
TPD Incident Reports for JP
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Police Incidences in Jefferson Park
To see the block/street that goes with each event,
TPD brochures to help you prevent crime: Senior Safety Tips, Lock it or Lose It, and Preventing Burglaries.
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ReRuns....worth posting again |
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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. We shall be painting them for our Annual Spring Plant Sale. Thanks for helping make this fundraiser a success!
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2022 Roll-offs and Brush and Bulky |
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Did you miss Brush and Bulky?
Roll-offs are here- March 17-21. What can you put in the containers?
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2022 Roll-offs
Roll-offs: March - Thu., 3/17 - Mon., 3/21
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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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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Tucson's Mayor and Council voted recently to extend free transit fares through the end of the fiscal year. That means Sun Tran buses and the Sun Link streetcar will be free to ride through June 30, 2022. Riders can board through the rear door, and the federal mask mandate is still in effect for the transit industry. For more information, follow the link below.
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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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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: Erin Peters
Email: erin.peters@tucsonaz.gov
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LEND A HAND - Need help or want to volunteer?
CONTACT US (520) 248-6882
Lend A Hand Senior Assistance, PO Box 41323, T/A 85717-1323
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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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HOMELESS? If you find a homeless person, the City of Tucson has a protocol which brings TPD out to offer people options. 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
HOMELESS OUTREACH TEAM - 520.837.7425
tpdhot@tucsonaz.gov
Emergency: 911
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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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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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