An update for Tucson Delivers, two initiatives approved by voters: The Safer City/Better Streets and Great Parks + Strong Connections initiatives. Three citizen commissions provide oversight and accountability for these Tucson Delivers programs, one funded through a ½ cent sales tax and the other through bonds.

2 Fully Equipped Explosive Ordinance and Disposal Vehicles Received
Canine Teams Welcome

In June 2022, the Tucson Police Department (TPD) received two fully equipped Explosive Ordinance and Disposal (EOD) vehicles – thanks to Tucson Delivers/Safer City funding. Each Ford F-350 Super Duty Quad 4X4 vehicle offers officers – and K9 partners, if required - these critical features:

Front-facing winch to extract potential explosives from populated areas
On-board power inverter to charge batteries and extend reconnaissance drone flights
Rear passenger dog kennels with secure water bowl
Slide-out workbench and storage for easy access to technology & tools for field ops
TPD’s 9 teams of highly trained officers and K9s are available 24/7, ready, if called upon, to safely detect, disarm, and dispose explosive devices in transportation systems, public facilities, and events.

Click here to visit the Tucson Police K9 Facebook page

(Video) Fire Station 9 Grand Opening
Click to tour Fire Station 9, the first new Tucson Fire Department station rebuilt with Tucson Delivers sales tax funds. Built in 1966, Fire Station 9 was one of the City’s oldest stations. Today, it’s considered one of the most modern fire stations in the country!

Fire Station 8 Rebuild – At a New Address
Fire Station 8’s rebuild is underway and slated to be complete by fall 2022. The rebuilt station, located on Prince west of Fairview, will continue to serve Ward 3.

4 Fire Station Remodels Under Construction
Station 16 - complete by late summer 2022
Station 7 - complete by late fall 2022
Station 15 - complete by late fall 2022
Station 18 - complete by winter 2022

Package 6 Fog Seal Complete
The fog seal on Package 6 included 42 arterial stretches and intersections. A fog seal is the light application of a diluted asphalt emulsion to existing asphalt. Fog sealing fills in cracks and helps to return surface elasticity and color – extending critical infrastructure life cycle.

Out to Bid in July & August with Projected Fall 2022 Construction  

Arterial Streets Packages

Package 8: Rehab & Reconstruction/Camino Seco, Pantano, Bear Canyon, Broadway, 22nd St, Melpomene Way, & Sabino Canyon

Package 9 & 11 (fog seal): multiple roadways throughout the City

Package 12: Silverbell Road, Saint Mary’s Road to Congress

Local Streets Packages

Package 7: Coronado Heights, Miracle Mile Manor/Mesa Verd

Package 8: Valley View East, Estes Park & Centennial Park

Why Package Projects?
Bundling together road projects saves money and time. It allows construction companies to work more efficiently, buying materials in bulk, and concentrating work crews and equipment within one work zone.

Opening of Purple Heart Park Splash Pad  
Combine spray, shade, and play for maximum fun at the new Purple Heart Park splash pad, the City’s sixth splash pad. Thanks to funding from Tucson Delivers/Great Parks, this splash pad offers a safe way for all ages to cool off. Check out the crowd for opening day. Find out more about the park and its amenities.

Click here for More Information About City of Tucson Delivers: 2nd Quarter Highlights - June 2022