JEFFERSON PARK IS 125 YEARS OLD! Homesteaded February 8, 1898

Tucson's 31st Historic District  -  Feb 24, 2023

YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION MEETING

JPNA Meeting-March 22, 6PM

In person at Ward III or Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83074119993?pwd=ZWtpZVVzNmszVzhCUFNRSTBJcnl6UT09

Meeting ID: 830 7411 9993

Passcode: 900833

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LOCATION: Corner of Grant and First Avenue

Monument Sign completed at Jason Butler's shop

Monument Sign in progress

Jefferson Park will soon have a new monument sign that will be located at Grant and First Avenue, but we must have help! Jason Butler's design is completed and ready to go.

March 15th at 9am is the day of digging and installing the sign. Zach McDonald has made all arrangements with the Department of Transportation (DTM) and with Jason. It will take 8 -10 people to dig, mix, and move the sign into place.

We will meet at the southeast corner of Grant and Euclid. We will have digging materials, hard hats, ear pro, concrete, etc. Jason will bring the piece with break -away posts. Please wear long pants, boots, long sleeves, bring a hat, sunglasses, and gloves.

If you can help, please contact Zach MacDonald at 520-248-9882

or azacamaca@gmail.com

A LITTLE BACKGROUND AND SOME BIG THANK YOUS!

Thank you, Zach, for your organization and talent. This is Zach's second installation for JP. The sign in the traffic circle at Hampton and Edison is his work. About 4 folks helped set that one -- this monument sign will take 8-10!

Jason Butler is the talented metal fabricator who created the signs. The ramada and benches at the Banner Basin Park (Lester and Warren) are his. He incorporated the artwork of students of our International School of Tucson (IST), and the work of Blenman School students as well.

The cost of our new monument sign has been underwritten by Rainbow Collective, Inc. and initiated by neighbor Michael Crawford. Jefferson Park gets things done because we have wonderful neighbors!!

NEW JPNA "at-large" BOARD MEMBER - Cindy Doklan

Cindy has also taken on the head of the Traffic Safety Committee. New to our neighborhood, 2022, she has had experience on the West University Neighborhood Assn Board where she previously lived. She worked on their traffic committee as well.

NEW JPNA "at-large" BOARD MEMBER - Mary Alexander is a native Tucsonan, has lived in Jefferson Park for more than 20 years. She is the lead designer and principal of Treehouse Designs, a Tucson based Architectural and Interior Design firm. She is passionate about historic preservation and in love with the old neighborhoods in the center of Tucson.

NEW head of Green COMMITTEE Michael Hailey is passionate about native plants, pollinators, rainwater harvesting, composting, and all around sustainable living. He works for TCB as part of the Million Tree initiative, a program that is working to shade and cool Tucson's future, especially in Tucson's hottest neighborhoods. 

NEW head of the TRAFFIC COMMITTEE - Cindy Doklan has been recruited to head up the traffic committee and she jumps in at the right time. We need signatures for the proposed speed humps on Seneca near Tyndall. Cindy, did you know what you were getting yourself into?!

NEW BOARD MEMBER - Liz Burrola

This should say "returning board member". Liz has been a long time advocate for the Historic District nomination, worked on the Friends board, and participated in the home tours that earned the funding for the nomination. Liz has now taken on the duties of the Secretary for our non-profit, Friends of Jefferson Park, Inc. Thank you Liz.

NEW BOARD MEMBER - Also coming on board is Kat Mattimoe. Get ready, we will keep you two busy!! Thank you!

Liz Burrola

THANK YOU MICHAEL CRAWFORD - former JPNA president and Member-at-Large. Michael is responsible for acquiring the funding for the new monument sign soon to be installed at Grant and First Avenue.

Michael has been an ongoing supporter of the Jefferson Park Neighborhood ...and will no doubt continue as a resident and an advocate.

THANK YOU

THANK YOU JOAN HALL - four years president, four years secretary, four years treasurer and head of the Green Committee and the Traffic Committee. Joan was responsible for several Watershed Management grants that resulted in four basins along Vine. She leaves the board, but not our community. She will continue to work for Jefferson Park.

She invented the famous Ducky Race to highlight our water drainage problem. That was great fun!

Joan worked with leaders to get several City of Tucson projects completed. The Neighborhood Preservation Zone and the city-wide regulation on the minimum occupancy on mini-dorms in residential areas were a couple of her interests.

She is quick on her computer and helps with the Land Use Committee. Many neighbors have benefited from her advice on permits and building in a Historic Neighborhood. Don't worry, she will be around--probably watering and planting trees!

THANK YOU

IST's 17th Annual Fundraiser, International Day, will be held on Saturday, March 4th from 10 am - 2 pm at the school, 1701 E Seneca St. Join us for food and fun from around the world, kids' activities, and cultural performances. Admission to the event is free!

All JP neighbors are welcome! Visit https://www.istucson.org/ for more info. If you have parking issues at your home on the day of the event, please text event coordinator Minami at 520-869-2666 (only on March 4th). Thank you for your support for your neighborhood school!

The International Day Committee at IST.

FROM THE FOLKS AT BANNER: Another meeting to update neighborhoods has been scheduled for April 6, 2023. Seven representatives of Jefferson Park attended the last meeting and have minutes in more detail. Banner is continuing to work on the flight software to alert companies to the "Fly Friendly" flight path.

CONTINUE TO CALL IN flights over the neighborhood. You do not need to give your name. However, providing your location in the neighborhood (i.e., street intersections, chopper color) helps them identify if a chopper has been on their helipad.  BUMC Security: 520-694-6533

BANNER HELIPAD REPORTS NOV-DEC 2022

NOV - 85 medical flights/14 reports from neighbors

DEC - 91 medical flights/20 reports from neighbor

BANNER HELIPAD number of flights for 2021/2022 !,034 total flights

to see report in its entirety:

http://www.jeffersonpark.info/helicopters---banner.html

Tucson Water's Zanjero program (Zahn-HAIR-oh, or water manager) program helps residential customers manage their home water use. Customers can request a free individualized survey that gives them tips and information on how to lower water use and water bills.Tucson Water Zanjeros have extensive training in indoor and outdoor water conservation and efficiency. A Zanjero audit includes checking for excessive water consumption, measuring flow rates of showerheads and faucets, looking for special water uses such as spas, pools, or misting systems, and analyzing the efficiency of an irrigation system. During an audit, new low-flow fixtures, faucet aerators, or other water-saving devices may be provided.

To request a Zanjero water audit, call (520) 791-3242 or email TW_CustomerService@tucsonaz.gov and include your name, service address or account number, and a telephone number to reach you. An adult must be present at the time of the audit.

• Tucson Water's Zanjero Program brochure
• Residential Water Use Analysis: what to expect during an audit
• Zanjeros: Frequently Asked Questions

Free conservation kits can also be requested by going to https://www.eeexchange.org/twconserve .

The originally proposed speed tables for Mountain Avenue have been cancelled by Department of Transportation "Bottom line the Mountain Speed tables have been rejected by the city. They do not allow speed humps on inverted roads-- and from Grant to Speedway it is "inverted". Inverted roads are designed to be urban washes and convey lots of storm water (the 100 year flood). A speed hump becomes a dam." 

Jesse Soto, of the Department of Transportation (DTM), attended the Feb 22 meeting. He suggested a decrease from 30 to 25 mph on Mountain as a start. Other devices may be possible. It was decided that JP would set up a separate multi-neighborhood meeting with DTM and address other possibilities for making Mountain safer. The JPNA board voted to request a decrease in the speed limit. That process is ultimately a Mayor and Council decision.

More info about traffic mitigation efforts: http://www.jeffersonpark.info/traffic-issues.html

Donations to Plant Sale May 5,6,7 - We will come pick up your donations, clean 'em, paint 'em, and get 'em ready to be sold in the spring.

Jefferson Park spring fundraiser. Contact Laurel-Heather Milden trdswmn@cox.net or 520-343-0073, or Joan Daniels jdchama@msn.com to donate garden items.

Going to the voters in May. TEP now charges a 2.25% fee on residential electric bills. City staff and TEP are proposing updating the agreement to allow an increase from the current 2.25% franchise fee to 3%. The changes would raise the average residential TEP customer’s bill by an estimated 93 cents a month. Why? To UNDERGROUND THOSE LINES and to support climate initiatives. The Steering Committee of your Underground Coalition consider this solution a good one. No lines and poles down Campbell - a Gateway Corridor, and then, we can work for no overhead lines and massive poles through JP Historic District. Our website carries the latest updates: http://www.jeffersonpark.info/tep-138-kv-poles.html

Every 3rd Saturday of the month at 8:00 am, at the end of Edison at Campbell Avenue, neighbors do a quick cleanup in the parklet. It's fast with neighbors helping.  Just show up, all garbage bags and tools are supplied. You are always welcome to go when it suits your schedule. If you do pick up trash during another time, please contact Joanne Osuna at cricket16@cox.net and your time will count. We report our hours to Tucson Clean & Beautiful as part of the Adopt-a-Park Program.

(JP Contact- Joanne Osuna cricket16@cox.net )

Myth Busting Science Lecture Series

7pm Centennial Hall - March 1



The Myth Busting Science Lecture Series continues through early March! We have an upcoming presentation March 1 (Dr. Michael Worobey on Covid-19 origins). The series is free and open to the public.

Explore the Lecture Series and RSVP for the final presentation.

LECTURES AT THE STEWARD OBSERVATORY - Use of the telescope and zoom opportunities. See how to find times and links go to https://www.as.arizona.edu/public-evening-lecture-series

However,

for your regular garbage bins

(in the alleys)

use trash bags

"so your trash won't fly!"

BRUSH 'N BULKY February 27 - March 2, 2023

Pick-up in alley or in front if no alley

Do not block the alley or any street with your items

• Report by Phone: (520) 792-CITY (2489)
• Graffiti on bus stops can be reported to Sun Tran customer service at (520) 792-9222.

When reporting graffiti for removal or reporting graffiti that you have removed, please provide the following information:

•  Address or cross streets of the graffiti: Example: 7575 E Speedway Blvd, graffiti is on the west wall, black paint. If no specific information is provided a work order will not be generated. Graffiti removed only within City limits.

HELPING OUR SENIORS LEND A HAND

Need help or want to volunteer?

CONTACT US (520) 248-6882  coordinator@lahseniorhelp.org

or Go to https://www.lahseniorhelp.org/volunteer to volunteer.

Lend A Hand Senior Assistance, PO Box 41323, T/A 85717-1323.

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/

For the red tag info sheet - CLICK HERE

MONTHLY STATS:   June - 2 loud party, 0 red tag, July - 0, August - 3 loud party, 3 red tag Sept. - 3 loud party, 1 red tag, October - 6 loud party, 2 red tag, November - 0 loud party, 0 red tag December - 0 loud party, 0 red tag.

PROPERTY MANAGERS TO CONTACT:

•      GOODMAN properties have a hotline - 520-512-5308 (evenings) You can use this for unruly gatherings, trash , etc. Daytime number is 520-884-3410.
•     CASA BONITA properties office # is 520-398-5738. Residents can call regarding any Casa Bonita property and their staff will take care of the problem.

(JP contact, for information: Colleen Nichols cnichols17@cox.net)

Are there orphan shopping carts that need to be picked up? 

If there are shopping carts that need to be picked up, you can now call or email the City to remove them. Call 520-791-3171 or email to ESHelp@tucsonaz.gov.

To report an encampment online, please scan the QR code right to access the Reporting Tool page:

Or go to the Reporting Tool website:

https://reportencampments.tucsonaz.gov/  

To report an encampment by phone, please call the City of Tucson Resource Line: (520) 791-2540

Cleanup is determined by City department ownership or oversight responsibility of property in question. Cleanup will take place 72 hours after notification and posting. The City is making efforts to assist unsheltered individuals with support services and housing when feasible.

For homeless who wish to access services go to: https://www.tucsonaz.gov/hcd/homelessness-resources

Need a recommendation for a handy-person or a business? Go to http://www.jeffersonpark.info/recommended-services.html

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.

Many thanks to the Rainbow Collective, Inc.

Thanks to North America Powder Coating

MARK'S ACE Hardware - Campbell Avenue.

Thanks for several donations!!

Carly Quinn - tile work at Campbell Entrances

Jefferson Park is proud to support local businesses that support our neighborhood. To place an ad in our E-news, contact jdchama@msn.com. Rates start at just $30 to publish/share your business card in a newsletter or lock in all newsletters for the year for just $150. We have 12-15 editions annually that reach local residents.

Every Area Rep would appreciate help distributing doorhangers or taking Welcome Packets to new residents. Contact them via email.

Another newsletter chock full of information!

WARD VI, 520-791-4601

Steve Kozachik's newsletter:

 www.tucsonaz.gov/ward-6/news

District Five Contact Info: Adelita Grijalva

• Email: district5@pima.gov, Phone:724-8126
• Website: www.pima.gov/district5 or https://www.adelitasgrijalva.com/

Special assistant to Supervisor Grijalva: Nicholas McCullough, (520) 724-8764, Nicholas.McCullough@pima.gov 

Board of Supervisors Meetings:

www.facebook.com/pimacountyarizona/ Live meeting broadcast: http://pima.granicus.com/ViewPublisher.php?view_id=3

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