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Around 1540 the Coronado Expedition crosses Arizona in search of the "Seven Cities of Gold."Father Francisco Kino establishes the Mission San Xavier del Bac in 1699. It won't be until 1797 that it will be completed.The Mission San Agustin, a "visita" of San Xavier, is established on the west bank of the Santa Cruz River in 1757. The construction of the mission and the convento is completed in 1790's.
In 1775, Hugo O'Conor establishes the Tucson Presido. This year marks the official birthdate of the City of Tucson. Tucson becomes part of Mexico when it fights for independence in 1821. After the Gadsden Purchase in 1854, Tucson falls under the jurisdiction of the United States.Arizona becomes an official territory in 1863. Between 1867 and 1877, Tucson holds the title of territorial capitol.In 1880, the Southern Pacific Railroad reaches Tucson. The population reaches 8,000.Arizona becomes the 48th state in the Union in 1912.
By 1950 Tucson's population has reached 120,000 and by 1960 it nearly doubled to 220,000. The City and Pima County officially recognizes the city's history by adopting historic district ordinances in 1972. Tucson becomes the 33rd largest U.S. city in 1990 as its population tops 400,000.
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City Of Tucson Parks And Recreation Roundup - January 2024
ADULT COED VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE Tucson Parks and Recreation will be offering a coed volleyball league this spring. The league will be held on Tuesday nights for eight weeks beginning March 5, 2024, at Randolph Center gymnasium. Games will be played…
Read More »Volunteers Needed for Annual Homeless Point-in-Time Count
The City of Tucson, Tucson Pima Collaboration to End Homelessness (TPCH), and University of Arizona Southwest Institute for Research on Women (UA-SIROW) invite volunteers to participate in Everyone Counts 2024 - the 2024 Homeless Point-In-Time (PIT)…
Read More »Applications Requested for First Avenue Citizens' Corridor Planning Task Force
The City of Tucson Department of Transportation and Mobility (DTM) is seeking applicants for the newly established First Avenue Citizens’ Corridor Planning Task Force. The formed Citizens’ Task Force will work with the DTM project team…
Read More »Sun Link Streetcar Impacts for Fourth Avenue Winter Street Fair
Sun Link Streetcar Impacts for the Fourth Avenue Winter Street Fair The 54th Annual Winter Street Fair will take place Friday, December 8 to Sunday, December 10. Due to event road closures, the streetcar will have temporary route adjustments…
Read More »City Of Tucson Parks And Recreation Roundup - December 2023
SANTA'S CALLING Santa and his elves would like to add some sparkle to a child’s holiday season through the Santa’s Calling program. Children ages 4-8 years old get an opportunity to speak with Santa and listen to his elves hard at work.…
Read More »Tucson Parks and Recreation is Kicking Off Improvements at Christopher Columbus Park
"Today we are celebrating what is possible when we invest in ourselves," said Tucson Mayor Regina Romero. "Our parks and natural spaces bring families together and help us create a thriving city. I want to thank Tucsonans who voted for Prop 407,…
Read More »Selected Designs Announced in the Casita Model Plan Competition
SELECTED DESIGNS ANNOUNCED IN THE CASITA MODEL PLAN COMPETITION Planning and Development Services (PDSD) is excited to announce the designs selected in the Casita Model Plan Competition. This initiative, made possible through the AARP 2023…
Read More »View Tucson Parks and Recreation's Winter and Spring Class Lineup
Fuel your passion, ignite your creativity, and embark on an unforgettable journey with Tucson Parks and Recreation's winter and spring indoor leisure classes. Offering a variety of entertainment, these classes promise to captivate and inspire…
Read More »City Of Tucson Parks And Recreation Roundup - November 2023
FAMILY FESTIVAL IN THE PARK Cigna and Tucson Parks and Recreation are proud to present the 16th annual Family Festival in the Park. There will be games, prizes, crafts, inflatables, and class demonstrations. Reid Park Zoo will have $1 admission…
Read More »Senior Olympic Festival Registration Begins november 6
Tucson Parks and Recreation and Pain Institute of Southern Arizona present the 39th annual Senior Olympic Festival. This festival is a celebration to promote fitness, health, and an active lifestyle among adults 50 years of age and older. Events…
Read More »City Of Tucson Parks And Recreation Roundup - October 2023
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Read More »City of Tucson TPCH Realeases 5-Year Gap Funding Report To End Homelessness in Pima County
Tucson Pima County Collaboration to End Homelessness released its gap analysis that showed an additional 1,367 shelter beds and 4,901 units of supportive housing will be needed to end homelessness in Pima County within the next five years. …
Read More »Barrio HCD September 2023
City of Tucson Awarded $50M HUD Neighborhoods Implementation Grant The City of Tucson was selected to receive a $50 million Choice Neighborhoods Implementation (CNI) grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). This grant…
Read More »City Of Tucson Parks And Recreation Roundup - September 2023
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Read More »City of Tucson COA Survey - August 25, 2023
The City of Tucson, in partnership with the Pima Association of Governments (PAG) and the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA), is proposing transit service changes to Sun Tran, Sun Express and Sun Shuttle. Changes may be coming to your route.…
Read More »City Of Tucson Parks And Recreation Roundup - August 2023
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Read More »Call for Designs: PDSD Launches Casita Model Plan Competition
The City of Tucson Planning and Development Services (PDSD) seeks creative designs for casitas in Tucson. The Casita Model Plan design competition aims to inspire innovative ideas and solutions for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), or casitas, with…
Read More »City Of Tucson - Deadline Approaching to Register for Slowpitch Softball
Register today for Tucson Parks and Recreation's fall men’s, women's, and coed adult Slowpitch Softball Leagues. You can register online or in person at the Sports Unit, 1710 E. Silverlake, or Registration Services, 920 S. Randolph Way. Call…
Read More »City Of Tucson Parks And Recreation Roundup: July 2023
PARKS AND RECREATION MONTH Since 1985, July has been celebrated as the nation’s official Park and Recreation Month. Created by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), Park and Recreation Month specifically highlights the…
Read More »City Of Tucson Kevin's Ward 3 News And Updates: Friday, March 10, 2023
Tucson’s New Climate Plan This week, the Mayor and Council adopted Tucson Resilient Together, the City’s climate action and adaptation plan. It took hard work from staff, a knowledgeable contractor, and over a year of community…
Read More »City of Tucson Partners With Pima Community College SBDC to Host Pioneer Pitch Competition
CITY OF TUCSON PARTNERS WITH PIMA COMMUNITY COLLEGE SBDC TO HOST PIONEER PITCH COMPETITION The City of Tucson Office of Economic Initiatives, Pima Community College Small Business Development Center (SBDC) along with Local First Arizona,…
Read More »City Of Tucson Paul Cunningham's Weekly Update March 10, 2023
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Read More »City Of Tucson Net Daily Digest March 8, 2023
Mayor And Council Approves Climate Action And Adaptation Plan - Tucson's Mayor and Council last night, March 7, approved a climate action and adaptation plan that will provide a strategic pathway to reduce the City’s emissions to net zero by…
Read More »City Of Tucson : State Attorney General Greenlights Tucson's Source Of Income Protection Ordinance
Arizona Attorney General Kristin Mayes today reversed her predecessor’s decision to block the City of Tucson’s newly adopted Source of Income Protection Ordinance. Mayes’ withdrawal of former Attorney General Mark…
Read More »City Of Tucson NewsNet Daily Digest - March 9, 2023
Tucson NewsNet Daily Digest - A Service of the City of Tucson ARIZONA ATTORNEY GENERAL UPHOLDS TUCSON’S SOURCE OF INCOME PROTECTION ORDINANCE - New Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes yesterday, March 8, rejected former Attorney General…
Read More »City Of Tucson Net Daily Digest March 6, 2023
The 4th annual Sustainable Landscapes Expo, hosted by the Pima County Smartscape program, will be held Saturday, March 11, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The free expo is a family-friendly event with more than 40 exhibits to increase knowledge on efficient…
Read More »City Of Tucson A Message From Steve K Newsletter - March 6, 2023
Topics in This Issue: -Sex Trafficking Forum -Refugee Donations -Plastic Program -Citizen Election Initiative -TROT Fundraiser -Top 10 Friendliest Cities -Railroad in Tucson -Ward 6 Community Room Art -Plan Tucson -Mayor and City…
Read More »City of Tucson News - Plan Tucson Community Workshops Begin This Week
Plan Tucson Community Workshops begin this week The City of Tucson is updating Plan Tucson, the general plan adopted by Tucson voters in 2013. This update will result in a growth plan that reflects our community’s shared goals and diverse…
Read More »City Of Tucson Parks And Recreation Roundup : March 2023
School's Out Spring Break Camp Registration March 6 Deadline to Register for Leisure Classes March 14 Virtual Egg Hunt March 10-17 TPRC Meeting March 22, 3:30 p.m. (online and in-person) EGGstravaganza March 25, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.…
Read More »City Of Tucson -Paul Cunningham's Weekly Update March 3, 2023
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Read More »City Of Tucson - Deadline Approaching to Register for Session Two of Spring Classes
The registration deadline is approaching for Tucson Parks and Recreation’s spring leisure classes beginning in March. Classes range from arts and crafts, Little Movers and Shakers, dance, gymnastics, jewelry making, music, and more for youth…
Read More »City Of Tucson Kevin's Ward 3 News and Updates - March 3, 2023
Happy Birthday to our Chief of Staff Katie Bolger!!! March 3rd, 1969 was a good day. Ward 3 is lucky to have her!!! New Energy at Drawing Studio thanks to Solar United Neighbors The Drawing Studio is a wonderful nonprofit located at Glenn and…
Read More »City Of Tucson Water Matters March 2023
New Water-Saving Policies and Actions In response to rapidly changing climate conditions and a call to action to preserve water levels in Lake Powell and Lake Mead, the City of Tucson is taking new steps to conserve additional water for the…
Read More »City Of Tucson Net Daily Digest March 1, 2023
The U.S. Department of Transportation announced yesterday, Feb. 28, that the City of Tucson was awarded a $900,000 planning grant as part of the first-ever Reconnecting Communities Pilot Program. The Atravesando Comunidades grant is part of Tucson…
Read More »City Of Tucson : A to Z with Nikki Lee: February 28th, 2023
Friends, Earlier this year, my mother was diagnosed with breast cancer following a routine mammogram. I will be spending some time in March back in Illinois to support my mom and my family during her treatment. She is in great spirits and is on…
Read More »City Of Tucson: Upcoming Plan Tucson Community Workshops
The City of Tucson is updating Plan Tucson, the general plan adopted by Tucson voters in 2013. This update will result in a growth plan that reflects our community’s shared goals and diverse aspirations for the next 20 years. Plan Tucson…
Read More »City Of Tucson: One Water 2100: Master Plan Timeline
The plan is on schedule! Since we closed the strategy survey at the end of January, we've been focusing on drafting the plan itself. We are on schedule to share the draft plan with Mayor and Council during their September 6th, 2023 study session.…
Read More »City Of Tucson NewsNet Daily Digest - February 27, 2023
Tucson NewsNet Daily Digest - A Service of the City of Tucson ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT HOSTS FINAL OPEN HOUSE THIS WEEK - The City of Tucson's Environmental and General Services Department (EGSD) has been holding open houses in each of…
Read More »City Of Tucson A Message From Steve K Newsletter - February 27, 2023
Topics in This Issue: Sex Trafficking Forum Refugee Donations Plastic Program Becton Dickinson Water Conservation Housing Affordability Himmel Park Vandals Ready, Set, Rec (RSR) Citizens Commission on Public Service and Compensation COVID Sex…
Read More »City Of Tucson Paul Cunningham's Weekly Update - February 24, 2023
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Read More »City Of Tucson Kevin's Ward 3 News and Updates - February 24, 2023
New Development at Old Pascua Congratulations to Chairman Peter S. Yucupicio and members of the Pascua Yaqui Tribal Council for “breaking ground” for a new casino with the demolition of the old Century Theatre near I-10 and Grant Road,…
Read More »City Of Tucson News Net Daily Digest February 23, 2023
INITIAL PROPOSITION 411 PROJECT PLAN APPROVED - The Independent Oversight and Accountability Commission (IOAC) approved an initial project plan for Proposition 411 (Tucson Delivers: Better Streets | Safe Streets), the voter-approved, 10-year…
Read More »City Of Tucson News Net Daily Digest February 22, 2023
MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEETINGS TODAY - Tucson's Mayor and Council is meeting now, Feb. 22, for its Study Session, and will reconvene at 5:30 p.m. for the Regular Meeting. You can watch the meetings live (and recordings of previous meetings) on the City…
Read More »City Of Tucson A Message From Steve K Newsletter - February 21, 2023
Topics in This Issue: - Landscape ‘Maintenance’ - Sister Jose Celebration - Refugee Donations - City Resource Links - Emergency Calls - Plastic Program - Becton Dickinson - Gun Control Again - Tucson Rodeo - Ready, Set, Rec…
Read More »City Of Tucson Kevin's Ward 3 News and Updates - February 17, 2023
Kevin's Ward 3 News and Updates Happy birthday, Kevin! Ward 3 Staff does a happy dance for Kevin's birthday on Friday, February 17th! Love of Reading is Every Week But officially it was last week, and to take part I read books to two…
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