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TUCSON VOTERS OVERWHELMINGLY APPROVE PROPOSITION 411 - Unofficial election results show City of Tucson voters approved Proposition 411, an extension of the existing half-cent sales tax for neighborhood street and safety improvements. The results from the election yesterday, May 17, show 52,884 voters chose to approve the proposition, while 19,149 voted against it. Funds generated from the sales tax extension will be invested to improve every local neighborhood street in Tucson over the next 10 years. The revenue also will fund street safety projects that benefit all users and modes, such as bicycle and pedestrian safety improvements, sidewalks, lighting, traffic signal technology, and traffic-calming infrastructure.
Election results
Proposition 411

HELP REIMAGINE REID PARK - The City of Tucson is embarking on its master-planning process for Gene C. Reid Park. Rooted in conversations with the community and a rigorous understanding of the park’s physical conditions, the purpose of this master plan will be to arrive at a design that protects the best of Gene C. Reid Park while casting a vision for future improvements. A 10-minute, map-based survey, is now open to gather input about how the community uses the park and its priorities for the future. Parks and Recreation centers will have public access computers available for those in the community who need a computer or help with the survey. Follow the recreation centers news release link below for locations and times. Input will in?uence the design ideas that are generated. The survey will close on Tuesday, May 31, at 11:59 p.m. Community input is a critical component of the planning process, and this is just the first engagement opportunity of many for the broader Tucson community to share feedback.
Take the survey in English or Spanish 
Read the master-planning news release
Read the recreation centers news release
Tucson Parks and Recreation

GRAND OPENING NEXT WEEK FOR A NEW SPLASH PAD AT PURPLE HEART PARK - Tucson Mayor Regina Romero, Ward 4 Council Member Nikki Lee, and Tucson Parks and Recreation invite you to celebrate the completion of a new splash pad at Purple Heart Park, 9800 E. Rita Road, on Friday, May 27, from 1:30-3:30 p.m. This project, located next to the existing pool, marks the City’s sixth splash pad. It was made possible through Tucson Delivers 2018 voter-approved Proposition 407 bond funds and Impact Fees. Improvements include a new splash pad area, perimeter fencing, five shade umbrella structures, seating, an accessible entrance, and landscaping and irrigation improvements. The grand opening celebration will include free pizza, eegee's, an inflatable obstacle course, bounce house, games, music, and giveaways of backpacks filled with school supplies, courtesy of Council Member Lee. The pool will also be open from 1-4 p.m.
Tucson parks and splash pads
Facebook event
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Tucson Parks and Recreation

WATER SAFETY WEDNESDAY TIPS (VIDEO) - Join the team from Tucson Parks and Recreation for some beginner water safety tips. Learn how to enter and exit the water safely, submerge a child's head under water, and practice retrieving objects underneath the water. Once those skills are mastered, practice rolling from back to front and front to back, floating, and using arms and legs to kick while in the floating position. Catch a new tip every week during the month of May.
Watch the video
Water safety video website
Tucson Parks and Recreation

ENJOY PARENTS NIGHT OUT THIS FRIDAY - Enjoy three hours of childless free time on Friday, May 20, while your kids have organized activities with Tucson Parks and Recreation. Parents Night Out runs from 5-8 p.m. at the Morris K. Udall Recreation Center, 7200 E. Tanque Verde Road. The cost is $5 per child (ages 5-11 only, must be in kindergarten). Lilo & Stitch will be the featured movie, and the $5 admission price includes snacks and a luau-themed craft. Please register at Udall Center by today, May 18. Space is limited. Call (520) 791-4931 for more information.
Morris K. Udall Recreation Center
Tucson Parks and Recreation