City of Tucson Newsletter
TUCSON, ARIZONA, US – BULLETIN
City Manager Remains Confident in Chief’s Leadership
After yesterday’s news conference surrounding the tragic in-custody death of Carlos Adrian Ingram-Lopez and Tucson Police Department Chief Chris Magnus’ offer of resignation, City Manager Michael Ortega has told the Tucson Mayor and City Council that he will not be accepting the Chief’s resignation.
The City Manger received support for Magnus from the majority of the council members.
”Under Chief Magnus’ leadership, our police department has developed into one of the most progressive in the country,” said Ortega in an email to the Council.
“We still have work to do to continue transforming our police department to meet our community’s expectations. I believe Chris’ leadership is exactly what we need during these difficult times.” Under Arizona law and the Tucson Charter, removal of the police chief falls to the city manager.
Landfill Fire PSA
The Tucson Fire Department and Tucson Environmental and General Services (EGSD) wants to remind residents to leave hazardous items out of their trash/recycling bins.
Certain batteries can start fires at the landfill or in the back of a truck, and it is more common this time of year.
Dangerous batteries include: Lithium Ion Batteries, Rechargeable Batteries, Remote Control Car Batteries, and Button Batteries. When these batteries get crushed or get hot, they can start a fire.
The City’s Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) program is currently closed due to Covid-19 concerns, but EGSD is working to safely open the program. In the meantime, please store old batteries in separate bags, in a cool place, or take them to Batteries Plus, Lowe’s, or Home Depot.
The Downtown Tucson Partnership (DTP) has created the Downtown Outdoor Cafe Grant and the Downtown Rebound Grant programs.
Both programs provide grants to help businesses located within the downtown Business Improvement District make operational and physical changes needed to survive in this challenging business environment.
The Downtown Outdoor Cafe Grant Program provides up to $5,000 to help businesses build, expand, or enhance their outdoor café areas.
The Downtown Rebound Grant Program provides up to $2,000 to help offset costs associated with Covid-19 expenses required to safely reopen under new guidelines put forth by the Centers for Disease Control, the State of Arizona, and/or Pima County. ‘
Both programs are part of a larger partnership with DTP acting as liaison with businesses.
The City of Tucson is hiring a Coordinated Entry Assessment and Housing Navigation Coordinator for its Housing and Community Development (HCD) department.
This new position is primarily responsible for support in implementation of the community’s assessment and housing navigation plan.
Tasks include coordination of existing resources within the community, engagement with outreach teams and case managers, conducting assessments in areas of need, development of new resources, and reporting on the successes of the Coordinated Entry system.
The project coordinator will also supervise two or more full-time employees. Minimum requirements include an associate’s degree and at least two years of experience delivering community services for people at risk of or experiencing homelessness.
The deadline to apply is July 1. Phone screenings and oral board interviews will follow in July.
