Tucson, AZ
Municipality in Arizona
United States
Tucson, AZ One Water 2100 Plan supports a multi-faceted approach to water quality and conservation
The plan aims for reliable and high-quality water across all sources used in Tucson. An interactive Responsible Desert Dweller Guide explores the past, present, and future of water stewardship in the region. A toilet rebate program and free water conservation kits distributed WaterSense-approved products to 5,000 households. Tucson City Council also approved an ordinance requiring fixtures with the WaterSense label in new construction projects.
Tucson, AZ
United States
Tucson, AZ seeks innovative accessory dwelling unit ideas with its Casita Model Plan Competition
The city's Planning and Development Services Department (PDSD) requests design entries for ADUs referred to as casitas. Participants submit project descriptions, floor plans, and 3D views for casitas in four categories - Universal Design, Low-Cost, Family-Friendly, and Green. A public survey and evaluations by PDSD will determine 10 winning entries with awards of $1,000 each. Tucson will also waive building review fees for winning designers who want to turn their designs into reality.
Tucson, AZ
United States
Tucson, AZ considers electric vehicle readiness requirements for commercial property developments
The Tucson City Council's Planning Commission is considering a proposal for electric vehicle readiness requirements for new apartments and commercial developments. If approved, new commercial property developments would be required to devote up to 15% of their parking spaces to a combination of charging stations and EV-ready power outlets depending on the size of the business.
Tucson, AZ
United States
Tucson, AZ partnered with non-profit organizations to research residents' views on community safety
The City of Tucson partnered with the local non-profits Just Communities Arizona and American Friends Service Committee to make its communities safer by first identifying what safety means for its residents. A team of researchers created the Community Safety Research survey to collect feedback from residents on what creates safety in their community. The city will compile that data to inform decisions about investing time and money toward creating community safety, well-being, and abundance.
Tucson, AZ
United States
Tucson, AZ is partnering with Geoverse to deploy 5G/LTE networks for virtual learning
The city of Tucson is partnering with Geoverse, a private cellular network company, to establish and manage its Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS). The CBRS was launched as part of the city's community Wireless Program which uses CARES Act funding to provide internet service to 100,000 students across five school districts. The partnership focused on deploying 5G/LTE networks as cost-effective alternatives to Wi-Fi expansions for virtual learning in order to close the digital divide.
Tucson, AZ
United States
Tucson, AZ partners with Spin and Razor to make the successful e-scooter pilot program permanent
The City of Tucson is making electric scooters a permanent option for residents after conducting a successful 12-month pilot program. The Tucson Department of Transportation and Mobility is partnering with Spin and Razor to deploy 500 e-scooters each with the option to deploy more if ridership goals are met. The city will collect a $4,000 application fee, a $15,000 annual permit fee, and 20 cents per ride. The companies will use "parking corrals" to prevent devices from clogging sidewalks.
Tucson, AZ
United States
Tucson, AZ plans to transform a 1,200-acre landfill into a zero-waste sustainability campus
The City of Tucson is planning to transform a 1,200-acre landfill into a zero-waste facility and sustainability campus. The city is considering various ideas to reduce waste including composting food waste, filtering recyclable materials, and converting plastic into electricity or fuel. City staffers are proposing using the landfill as an open space by building sports fields, trails, educational centers, and recycling boutiques.
Tucson, AZ
United States