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- 2:02am — August 10, 2022
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Councilman Richard Fimbres on the Strong Start Tucson initiative: "The efforts this year on the ballot measure known as Prop. 204 are admirable, but the language in this proposition raised concerns for me, for future mayors and Councils and for the good citizens of Tucson."... Read more»
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1 comment on this story
Mr. Fimbres refused to meet with any representative of Strong Start Tucson during or after the period in which the initiative was being drafted. Multiple requests for appointments from the committee and constituents were either refused or ignored.
Rr. Fimbres had ample opportunity to offer ideas, suggestions, and alternatives, but did nothing of the sort. Despite his observation, “Everyone agrees that early childhood education and care is important for young children from the ages of birth up to five years, when the brain is rapidly developing.” he has shown no interest in promoting early childhood education in Tucson—just like his “education advocate” friends in the business community. It sure is business as usual…do nothing for kids. His complaints ring very hollow, and sound as if they are copied directly from the NO website.