Hello Friends,
As we move into March, I’m excited to share updates on a critical investment in our community’s safety and a reminder about an important election that will shape Tucson’s future.
On February 25, we broke ground on the new Southeast Police Annex at 7655 S. Kolb Road. This facility was made possible thanks to Tucson voters via Proposition 101 and is a much-needed addition to support police operations in Southeast Tucson, the fastest-growing area of our city. The annex will serve as a key base for officers in Operations Division East, helping to reduce response times and improve service to our residents. Designed with flexibility in mind, this facility will not only provide workspace for officers but also a conference room for community use, a soft interview room for intake operations, and dedicated spaces to support officer wellness. This project reflects a strategic investment in public safety and ensures that as our city grows, we have the infrastructure in place to meet the needs of our residents. A special thank you to the Rita Ranch Neighborhood Association for their input and advocacy in shaping this project, as well as to the many partners who helped bring this vision to life.
I also want to remind everyone that Tucson’s special election for Proposition 414 is on March 11. This initiative will impact the future of our city’s infrastructure and services. If you haven’t voted yet, the last day to mail your ballot was March 5. You can vote in person at any of the following locations:
• Department of Housing and Community Development, 310 N. Commerce Park Loop
• Morris K. Udall Regional Center, 7200 E. Tanque Verde Road
• Donna R. Liggins Recreation Center, 2160 N. Sixth Ave.
• William Clements Recreation Center, 8155 E. Poinciana Drive
• El Pueblo Senior Center, 101 W. Irvington Road
• Parks and Recreation Administration, 900 S. Randolph Way
• Tucson City Clerk Elections Center, 800 E. 12th St.
For ballot drop-off only, visit:
• Pima County Recorder, 240 N. Stone Ave. (8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays through March 10, 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Election Day)
• Pima County Recorder, 6550 S. Country Club Road (8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays through March 10, 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Election Day)
• Pima County Recorder, 6920 E. Broadway (8 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays, 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Election Day)
For those who are still undecided on Prop 414, we’ve heard the arguments both for and against. Ultimately, this decision is about whether we want to take action to make our community safer, improve emergency response times, and equip our public safety departments with the personnel, equipment, and technology they need to protect Tucson now and into the future. It’s also about ensuring more people can move off the streets and into housing. If we don’t invest now, we will see a continued degradation of services over the next decade—slower response times, increased strain on public safety, and fewer resources to address homelessness. Maybe we’re willing to accept that, but this is our opportunity to decide. What kind of Tucson do we want to build? I encourage you to weigh the future of our city as you make your decision.
To learn more, visit the City’s Prop 414 page at https://bit.ly/TucsonProp414 or scan the QR code below.
Your participation in this election is crucial, and I encourage you to make your voice heard.
As always, feel free to reach out to the Ward 4 office with any questions.
-Nikki
City of Tucson Ward 4 Councilwoman
Nikki Lee
520-791-3199
Ward4@tucsonaz.gov
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