City of Tucson Invites Public Engagement for 2025 Fiscal Year Budget
The City of Tucson is actively engaging its residents in the creation of the 2025 fiscal year budget, set to commence on July 1, 2024. According to a statement released on March 18, 2024, community members are encouraged to participate in town hall meetings and provide their input through a budget engagement survey.In a call to action, the Mayor and Council, along with City staff, expressed their eagerness for public involvement, stating, "Mayor and Council and City staff welcome you to be a part of the process by joining in one of the town hall meetings and filling out...
Which former Tucson Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 4?
This former Tucson Standard area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon March 4.
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City of Tucson Joins New Government AI Initiative
The City of Tucson has recently taken a significant step towards shaping the future of artificial intelligence by joining the GovAI Coalition, a network dedicated to responsible and purposeful AI use in the public sector. Chris Mazzarella, the chief information officer for the City of Tucson, expressed the city's enthusiasm, stating, "We are pleased to announce our engagement in the GovAI Coalition as an early contributing member."The GovAI Coalition, which boasts over 400 public servants from more than 150 agencies, focuses on establishing standards for AI policies,...
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Traffic Alert: Roadway Preservation Project on Greasewood Road in Tucson
Step 2:On Monday, March 18, 2024, VSS International, under contract with the City of Tucson Department of Transportation and Mobility (DTM), will commence a roadway preservation project on Greasewood Road from Ironwood Hill Drive to Speedway Boulevard. This project is part of the Tucson Mayor and Council approved 5-Year Collector Street Program.During this project, the northbound travel lane will be closed for one day, allowing only southbound travel from Ironwood Hill Drive to Speedway Boulevard. Access to residential and business driveways will be maintained, except...
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Tucson awarded $2.57M grant to create Blacklidge Bicycle Boulevard
The City of Tucson has been awarded a $2,577,591 Reconnecting Communities and Neighborhoods Grant to establish the Blacklidge Bicycle Boulevard, a 4.5-mile east-west route connecting Oracle Road to Columbus Boulevard. Tucson Mayor Regina Romero expressed her enthusiasm for the project, stating, "The Blacklidge Bicycle Boulevard will ensure Tucsonans of all ages who walk, bike, or roll can travel safely from east-to-west."Mayor Romero also thanked the Congressional delegation and the U.S. Department of Transportation for their support in creating more walkable and thriving...
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Ciscomani, Davis Lead Bipartisan Push for Increased Transparency in Medicare
U.S. Representatives Juan Ciscomani and Don Davis have spearheaded a bipartisan effort aimed at enhancing transparency within the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS), particularly regarding the program's billing codes. The initiative, known as the Oversight of Medicare Billing Code Cost Act, entails a study by the Office of Inspector General (OIG) of the Department of Health and Human Services to scrutinize CMS processes related to Medicare billing codes.In a statement, Rep. Ciscomani emphasized the importance of understanding cost drivers to safeguard Medicare and...
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Ciscomani Secures $26 Million for AZ-06 in FY24 Appropriations Package
U.S. Congressman Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) has successfully supported the passage of the FY2024 appropriations package, ensuring $26 million in funding for his district. In addition, the bill includes $45 million for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) VET-TEC program, a cause that Ciscomani has been actively advocating for.Ciscomani expressed his satisfaction with the outcome, stating, "From day one, I promised to use my position on the House Appropriations Committee to bring much-needed resources back to Arizona’s Sixth District while ensuring our taxpayer dollars were...
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# Governor Hobbs Honors City of Tucson Housing First Employee
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs honored Jeannette Garment, a member of the City of Tucson’s Housing First team, for her work with homeless individuals and personal resilience. Garment was previously recognized with the “Outstanding Achievement in Overcoming Homelessness” award at the Arizona Housing Coalition's annual conference.Jeannette Garment, who works at the Wildcat Inn on North Oracle Road, expressed her surprise and gratitude for the recognition, stating, "It was quite a surprise to get the invitation. I've never really won any awards for anything."Allison...
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Ciscomani, Chavez-DeRemer, Steel Introduce Resolution to Support Protection of IVF Treatments
U.S. Representatives Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06), Lori Chavez-DeRemer (OR-05), and Michelle Steel (CA-45) have introduced a resolution in support of in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatments. The resolution aims to express backing for IVF as an effective method for individuals facing infertility challenges."Everyone who has the desire to know and feel the joy of parenthood should have the opportunity," expressed Ciscomani, emphasizing the importance of IVF in empowering women and families. He added, "IVF treatments have empowered women and families, and it should always be an...
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Property Research Online vs. Tucson Development Center Online
"Published on February 28, 2024, Planning and Development Services (PDSD) has received inquiries from customers seeking clarification on the distinctions between Property Research Online (PRO) and Tucson Development Center (TDC) Online.PRO serves as a repository of historical documents and data, while TDC Online provides enhanced features for registered users associated with an application. PRO allows users to access information freely without the need to log in, whereas TDC Online requires users to log in to access features such as uploading information, submitting...
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Legislation Introduced to Address Childcare Workforce Shortages and Expand Early Head Start Programs
U.S. Representatives Juan Ciscomani and Mikie Sherrill have introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at tackling childcare workforce shortages and increasing access to Early Head Start programs for families in need. The HEADWAY Act, sponsored by Rep. Ciscomani and Rep. Sherrill, focuses on supporting Early Head Start classroom teachers in earning their Child Development Associate (CDA) credentials while teaching, thereby enhancing the capacity of Head Start programs and providing more opportunities for families.Rep. Ciscomani emphasized the importance of addressing...
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City to Receive 75 Housing Choice Vouchers for Homeless Veterans
The City of Tucson will be receiving 75 additional Housing Choice Vouchers for homeless veterans, as confirmed by the federal department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The vouchers, known as VASH, will be available starting April 1, 2024, allowing more veterans access to permanent housing.Terry Galligan, deputy director of the City's Housing and Community Development Department (HCD), expressed gratitude for the collaborative effort that led to securing the additional vouchers. Galligan stated, "The VASH program is a great collaboration between our local Veterans...