RSVP FOR COMMUNITY FORUM WITH LAURA CONOVER BY JULY 22
Tucson Botanical Garden Special
The coolest place in Midtown just got cooler! On Fridays through September 26, admission to the Gardens is just $5 (free to Members, as always). Enjoy a summer stroll under the canopy of 100-year-old shade trees, the lush green tones of over 20 specialty garden spaces, and a delicious $5 Friday Root Beer Float at the café. **We are CLOSED for the holiday on Friday, July 4.
Alvernon Park
Problems with inappropriate use of the park are being closely monitored by concerned neighbors. Identified problems are discussed directly with law enforcement and others, as well as in the monthly Alvernon/5th St Crime Coalition meetings. Monitoring continues of park improvements.
Notes on the park upgrade project are here.
Alvernon/5th St. Crime Coalition Meeting
DATE: Wednesday August 27, 2025 TIME: 6 PM
LOCATION: Ward 6 Office, 3202 E. 1st St.
– for online link, email phnaemail@gmail.com
Residents of neighborhoods in and around the area of Fifth and Alvernon, including Peter Howell, Miramonte, El Encanto, El Conquistador, Highland Vista, Swan Way Park, and Midway Village, seek to work with Ward VI, TPD, businesses, churches, and nearby neighborhoods to recognize, report, and prevent criminal activity in our neighborhoods. Speak directly with police officers. Hear what actions the police have taken and what criminal activity there has been in the past month in our neighborhoods. Help determine priorities for police to target.
Meetings are held every 4th Wednesday of the mnth at 6 PM. Your support is quite helpful and you are urged to attend. For information or if If you cannot attend but have concerns about suspicious activity in the neighborhood, send a detailed email to PHNA Board member Nancy Huff.
Know Where To Throw – City of Tucson
Recycle Guide – Itemized composite from several sources
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Recycle containers (blue bins with no glass, plastic bags, styrofoam or batteries)
should be placed at the curb on: Aug 4 and 18,
Sep 1, 15 and 29, Oct 13 and 27. Nov 10 and 24, Dec 8 and 22, 2025.
2025 Brush and Bulky Information
Peter Howell Neighborhood Brush & Bulky collection – week of August 25, 2025
2025 Household Hazardous Waste Schedule
| January 11 | Pima Community College East | 8181 E. Irvington Rd. |
| February 8 | IBEW | 750 S. Tucson Blvd. |
| March 8 | Pima Community College West | 2202 W. Anklam Rd. |
| April 12 | Eastside City Hall | 7820 E. Broadway Blvd. |
| May 10 | Jacobs Park | 3300 N. Fairview Ave. |
| September 13 | Pima Community College East | 8181 E. Irvington Rd. |
| October 11 | Rodeo Grounds | 4823 S. 6th Ave (enter on 3rd Ave) |
| November 8 | Eastside City Hall | 7820 E. Broadway Blvd. |
| December 13 | Pima Community College West | 2202 W. Anklam Rd. |
Newsletters from Council Member Karin Uhlich and Ward 6
Newsletters from Council Member Kevin Dahl and Ward 3
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