The PCC Governing Board will discuss the next in a long line of action steps required to get right with the Higher Learning Commission, which put the college on probation in 2013. Plus, OV wants bigger parks, and more in local government meetings this week.
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Tucson looks like it's coming out OK in a draft RTA Next plan, with 24 of 37 projects slated for the region's urban core. Plus, Pima County dives into initial appearances and Buffalo Soldiers, and more in local government meetings this week.
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Property owners in Oro Valley pocketing extra cash by renting to short-term customers and vacationers may face new – but limited – restrictions. Plus more in local government meetings this week. Read more»
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Longtime community activist and power player Brian Flagg will take his seat on the South Tucson City Council. His Casa Maria Soup Kitchen co-combatants Roxanna Valenzuela and Cesare Aguirre will join him on the dais. Read more»
If saving democracy or inflation doesn't inspire voting procratinators, then buried on the gargantuan ballots are school board races that sees a mini eruption of culture warriors against service oriented pragmatists.. Read more»
Green Valley Judge Ray Carroll plans to have a permanent night court once his justice precinct grows at the beginning of next year. Read more»
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The Sahuarita Town Council has a list of six finalists to choose from, who seem to have a consensus that better community engagement and growth management are key concerns for the community. Read more»
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