Survey Responses: See where City Council candidates stand on transportation in Tucson
There are ten candidates vying to become the next Tucson City Council representative in three different offices this fall: Wards 3, 5, and 6. To help understand their position on transportation issues in Tucson, we developed a candidate survey and asked them for responses to the following questions:
- Pedestrians, people on bikes, and people in cars are dying everyday because of traffic violence in our city. What will you do on the Council to make our streets safer?
- How will you bring down the costs of transportation for working and middle class families?
- How will you make public transportation work for everyone and how will you pay for it?
- Do you support the City's fare free policy?
- What are your thoughts on the Pima County Regional Transportation Authority (RTA)?
- How do you plan to get to City Council meetings?
Click below to see how each of them responded.
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Highlights from another fantastic year of Safe Routes to School programming
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This summer marks the completion of our eleventh season of Safe Routes to School programming in Tucson! This July, we take a look back at the 2024-25 school year and reflect on the skills, resources and knowledge shared across the region in partnership with the City of Tucson and Pima County.
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Photo by Taylor Miller
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In case you missed it: Announcing a change in leadership at Living Streets Alliance
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Our founder and current Executive Director Emily Yetman reflects on her years of incredible work and passion at Living Streets Alliance, and with much excitement we will be welcoming Tucson-native and longtime LSA'er Vanessa Cascio as our new Executive Director!
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July Volunteer Night
Thursday, July 24th, 5 - 7 PM
Join us for our monthly Volunteer Night: meet new people, learn more about what's going on at LSA, and pitch in on some light and lighthearted office work! RSVP here.
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Photo by afrank photography
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LSA Internship Opportunity:
Cyclovia Tucson Census Intern
Are you passionate about safe, vibrant streets? Or love community events? Would you like to hone your skills in data collection, analysis and community engagement? Living Streets Alliance is looking for a Fall, 2025 - Spring, 2026 intern (semester-long optional) to assist in the coordination of our Cyclovia Census—a brief survey deployed during our Cyclovia Tucson events.
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Join the Complete Streets Coordinating Council
The City of Tucson is currently accepting applications for community members to join the Complete Streets Coordinating Council (CSCC). If you are passionate about safe and equitable transportation and want to make an impact, the council is the place for you! Meetings are held via Zoom on the fourth Wednesday of each month from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM.
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Video: Unburdening Transit: A Forum for Free and Just Mobility in Tucson
On Tuesday, June 24th, local transit advocates invited Tucsonans to reimagine public transportation as a community good rooted in justice, accessibility, and freedom of movement for all.
Panelists:
Vanessa Gallego (FUGA), Elaina Richards (MPH @tucsondignityofmobility), Gene Caywood (Old Pueblo Trolley), Suzanne Schafer (Zero Fares Tucson) and Melissa Cordero (Common Defense, Vet & Advocate). Moderated by Miranda Schubert (Ward 6 candidate).
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Podcast: Why We Need 'Universal Basic Mobility' on The Talking Headways Podcast
Madeline Brozen of UCLA shares how universal basic mobility such as guaranteed transit lowers stress, improves public health, and provides overall stronger communities.
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Article: Washington State is About to Have the First 'WOONERF' Law in America
People-centered streets are coming to Washington state with a first-in-the-nation law that allows for lower speed limits and prioritizes people walking and rolling over vehicle right-of-way.
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The mission of Living Streets Alliance is to advocate for a thriving Tucson by creating great streets for all of us.
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