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thriving local economy, in which businesses can grow and where every member of the community can build their personal wealth, benefits everyone. And although historically people across the nation have not had equal access to educational and economic opportunities, I’m proud that the Tucson Chamber is committed to improving access for the hardworking folks in the Tucson community. I could not be more excited to be a part of it. Having worked at Pima Community College for almost seven years, I saw firsthand the struggles and sacrifices it took for students to show up. If their car broke down, they often couldn’t afford to fix it and, therefore, fell behind. If the student had a young child who was sick and childcare wasn’t available, they had to make the tough choice to miss class. Having a lack of access to childcare or a reliable vehicle often derails educational goals. Fortunately, when I became the Executive Director of JobPath, a local nonprofit, I saw that when the right combination of financial and emotional support was provided to students, they succeeded. Each year, approximately 120 students complete their certification and/or degree with the help of JobPath and secure in-demand, high-wage positions here in Pima County. Amazing for sure, but not nearly enough for the many diverse types and sizes of employers coming from every industry imaginable. Over recent years, employers across the spectrum have consistently reported difficulties finding, hiring, retaining and
developing qualified talent. Sadly, 20% of our community cannot commit to long-term training programs because they lack access to food security, housing stability, consistent transportation and/or childcare options. They must prioritize working 10–12 hours a day, and sacrificing sleep, just to ensure food is on the table and that the lights stay on in their home. Finding enough time for job training becomes nearly impossible. The Tucson Metro Chamber considers this to be one of the most serious workforce development challenges to regional economic development and overall economic success. So, what should we, as a community, do? Listen to each other and work collaboratively. Over the last 18 months, prior to my start at the Chamber, the YWCA of Southern Arizona team and I did just that. We listened to the community and then worked together along with the Women’s Foundation for the State of Arizona to develop a hub for women seeking to bolster their economic opportunities with direct case management, streamlined support services, and the creation of a network of partners across Pima County. YWCA’s new Women’s Economic Advancement Center meets women where they are by providing them direct support and access to resources, building their job readiness skills, and connecting them to job opportunities that will eventually lead to economic mobility. Serendipitously, the Chamber’s Workforce Blueprint aims to achieve the same results by using a community-collabora-
tive approach for each of its five strategies. One aims to support innovative career and technical education-industry partnerships. Another strategy seeks to establish the Tucson Move IT Up Initiative, which encourages local underemployed and unemployed adults to develop skills in the rapidly expanding IT industry and scholarship opportunities for many who would otherwise not have access to them. Yet, perhaps most excitingly, the fifth strategy, through the Greater Tucson Career Literacy Initiative, will connect and expose high-quality career paths to Pima County middle school and high school students by giving them more options and opportunities to achieve a future with economic security. In short, this will be my directive as Director of Workforce Initiatives at the Chamber: to cultivate a strong workforce by bringing together business owners, educational partners, nonprofit leaders, local government economic development representatives, and, most importantly, community members who have experienced or are currently experiencing economic insecurity. I passionately believe that if we lead with our shared intent of the Greater Tucson Region becoming home to the single best-prepared workforce in the country, we will successfully come together to work towards an environment in which businesses thrive and our community prospers. Let’s get to work! For more information about Tucson Metro Chamber’s Workforce Blueprint, please visit tucsonchamber.org/blueprint
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ustainability in the workplace has become an essential part of doing business and is no longer just an optional extra. Adopting “green” office practices can yield higher profits and more engaged employees all while reducing your impact on the planet. At Cox, we’re proud to have diverted 253,000 cumulative tons of waste and more than 295 million gallons of water since 2013. We are also proud to have achieved zero waste to landfill status at seven of our facilities through our sustainability efforts. 1. Ask questions. What is your company’s current impact on the environment? What sustainability efforts are your industry peers undertaking? Answering these questions will help guide where you should focus your efforts. 2. Set reachable goals. Set short- and long-term goals to keep your company on track and provide a measurable target. We have set a goal to send zero waste to landfills at all of our facilities by 2024, as well as to be carbon and water neutral by 2034. 3. Implement a program. Whether partnering with a waste management company or eliminating plastic at the office, consider creating a companywide program to set the standard. 4. Spread the word. Notify your employees and customers about the actions you’re taking to preserve the environment and encourage them to do the same. 5. Encourage participation. There are many ways to encourage your employees to “think green.” Cox engages and incentivizes employees
by recognizing sustainable ideas at work through the Cox Conserves Chairman’s Cup, which collects, rewards and implements sustainable practices across the company. Additionally, outside of Cox, we also sponsor Cox Conserves Heroes, which recognizes the impactful works of individuals in our community. 6. Save energy. Install motion sensors to office lights and encourage employees to power down equipment at the end of the day. Solar panels are also a great option when possible – many businesses with covered parking install solar panels overhead. 7. Go digital. Save paper by using electronic file sharing and have staff members bring laptops or tablets into meetings to view documents instead of handing out printed versions. 8. Reduce waste. Consider ditching your paper coffee cups and stocking the break rooms with ceramic dishware and reusable mugs. 9. Add plants. Cleanse your office air with potted plants such as bamboo palms, peace lilies and gerbera daisies, which offer both beauty and air purification. 10. Offer telecommuting. Consider allowing your employees to work from home when appropriate to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, oil consumption and workplace waste. Stephanie Healy is the Director of Public Affairs for Cox Communications in Southern Arizona and sits on the Cox Conserves employee advisory team, which undertakes a variety of sustainability projects nationwide. To learn more about Cox Conserves projects, visit coxconserves.com
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A worker at the University of Arizona’s Sonoran Center for Excellence in Disabilities has been appointed to the President’s Committee For People with Intellectual Disabilities by the Office of President Biden. Gabriel Martinez works as a project aide and peer navigator for the Sonoran Center, which is focused on helping people with disabilities become self-advocates in all aspects of life. The Center is part of the UA College of Medicine. “We are all excited for Gabe’s appointment,” said Wendy Parent-Johnson, executive director of the Sonoran Center. “He has time and again demonstrated his leadership as a role model for youth and as an advocate for disability inclusion in local community organizations. Arizona’s disability community is lucky to have Gabe as its representative on this national platform.” Martinez graduated from the Sonoran Center’s Project SEARCH, an employment preparation program, in 2016. He formally joined the center in 2020. He talks to youth and young adults with disabilities about employment and is a guest lecturer in the College of Medicine. “I’m excited to represent Arizona’s disability community,” Martinez said. “It is a great opportunity for me because I have always wanted to make a big, positive impact on people with disabilities.”
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Carondelet Health Network has hired Dr. Brian Hess as their Market Chief Medical Officer in Tucson. Hess previously served as the Medical Director of Emergency Services for the Tenet Phoenix Market at Abrazo Health. He has served as hospital chief of staff at Abrazo Central Campus and Abrazo Arizona Heart Hospital. He graduated from St. Louis University School of Medicine. “We are excited for the addition of Dr. Hess to Carondelet Health Network. Dr. Hess has a long history of collaborating to improve quality and safety for patients in Arizona,” said Carondelet CEO Monica Vargas-Mahar.
BeachFleischman consulting firm has promoted Gina Khawam to the role of tax manager. In her new role, Khawam provides tax and consulting services for privately held companies, individuals, and nonprofit organizations. She is a member of the firm’s Nonprofit, Large Taxpayer and Science & Manufacturing Client Service Teams. Khawam also serves on the firm’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee. Khawam earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Accounting, and Master of Accounting, Tax from the University of Arizona.
The nonprofit Community Foundation for Southern Arizona has promoted Kelly Huber to the role of Vice President for Philanthropy. In this role, Huber is responsible for building assets at the Community Foundation while also working with CFSA donors. “Kelly’s deep knowledge of CFSA, our programs, and community needs, as well as her existing relationships with donors and community partners, is a tremendous asset in her new role,” said CFSA’s President and CEO Jenny Flynn. She previously served as the Executive Director of the Santa Fe Youth Symphony Association. Huber is a graduate of the University of Arizona.
Governor Doug Ducey selected Tucson broadcast journalist Lorraine Rivera to serve as the director of his Southern Arizona office. In this role, Rivera will manage the day-to-day operations of the Governor’s office in Tucson, while traveling throughout the state to meet with elected officials and community members. “Lorraine Rivera brings a wealth of knowledge and skills to our team. For years, she has listened to constituents, talked to community leaders and reported on the critical issues impacting southern Arizona,” Ducey said. “I’m confident she will continue to advocate for the best outcomes for the citizens of southern Arizona and across our state.”
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Tucson Values Teachers awarded their March excellence award to Jim Nelson, a high school automotive teacher at Andrada Polytechnic High School. Nelson has taught at the school for 10 years, following a career in the automotive industry. He was nominated by his principal, Geoff Parks, who says he built the school’s automotive program from the ground up. “Mr. Nelson has built one of the best automotive programs in the state, if not nation,” Parks wrote. “He has built partnerships with local dealerships to place students in internships as well as jobs in industry. Hundreds of his students have been placed in industry. Students earn college credit as well as over 30 different Automotive Service Excellence certifications. This includes the Toyota Elite Certification where Andrada is one of five schools in the nation.” Nelson was nominated for his determination to never give up on a student, and for his passion on the subject. “I look at myself more as a job coach,” Nelson said. “Wherever it is they want to go, I want to help them get there.” Winners of the Teacher Excellence Award receive $250 cash, a $100 Amazon gift card, and flowers.
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t their March Board Meeting, downtown development district Rio Nuevo announced plans to fund and advance multiple real estate projects. The announcements come as Rio Nuevo reports it is back to pre-pandemic sales tax revenue and is seeing strong requests for new construction downtown. “We are seeing one-to-two hotel operators per week along with multi-family developers and restaurateurs. Besides the requests for new development, the Board is also seeing movement on older proposed developments that have been on hold,” said Rio Nuevo Chairman Fletcher McCusker. To begin, the Rio Nuevo Board unanimously voted to invest in the Citizen Hotel, located at the corner of Jackson and Stone downtown. Rio Nuevo’s $500,000 commitment included a year-and-a-half rent subsidy to bring Sand-Reckoner Vineyards into the building. Sand-Reckoner, a local winemaker with vines in Willcox, will occupy the basement as a winery, wine tasting venue and retail space. The Citizen Hotel is a 10 room, “boutique hotel” that renovated the 113 year-
from 331 Convent LLC, for $3,500,000. Allan Mendelsberg, Principal, and Conrad Joey Martinez, Multifamily Specialists with Cushman & Wakefield | PICOR, represented both parties in this transaction. Dybbol 1864, LLC purchased a 25,815-squarefoot retail building located at 3931 W. Costco Drive in Marana. The junior anchor property, situated on 4.05 acres in Costco Plaza, was purchased from Dorothy Dunlap Trust and D.D. Dunlap Trust for $2,900,000. Dave HamPhoto courtesy Rio Nuevo mack, Principal, and Retail Specialist with Cushman Rio Nuevo recently committed half-a-million dollars for development at downtown’s Citizen Hotel. & Wakefield | PICOR, represented the seller in the transaction. Nicholas Egide, chased the 5,294-squarewith Meridian Commercial old Tucson Daily Citizen foot medical office located Property Management, Inc., Building. SALES at El Dorado Medical Plaza, represented the buyer. The Rio Nuevo Board 1500 N. Wilmot Road, DM Phase IV Investment, also unanimously authorSuite A110 in Tucson. The Rubicon 4th LLC purized their executive officers LLC, purchased 237.27 property was purchased chased 4th Avenue Apartacres of vacant land located to complete negotiations from GMRS MOB, LLC, ments, a 6,002-square-foot at 11800 E. Valencia Road with HighWire Lounge on for $950,000. Cushman & multifamily property located in Tucson. The industrial Arizona Avenue to open a Wakefield | PICOR Princiat 228 N. Fourth Ave. in land parcel, situated on new restaurant and event pals and Office Specialists Tucson. The 8-unit complex Valencia Road at the Pantano space. This space will be Richard M. Kleiner, MBA, was purchased from 228 4th Wash, was purchased from adjacent to their cocktail represented the seller, and Ave LLC, for $1,600,000. California Portland Cement lounge with entrances off Company for $1,000,000. Thomas J. Nieman, repre- Allan Mendelsberg, PrinArizona Avenue. However, sented the buyer. cipal, and Conrad Joey Robert C. Glaser, SIOR, at the same time, the Board Martinez, Multifamily CCIM, Principal, and tabled a $230,000 request Industrial Specialist with Rubicon Convent LLC Specialists, with Cushman to enhance and improve the Cushman & Wakefield | purchased Convent Apart- & Wakefield | PICOR, repadjacent portion of Arizona PICOR, and Roy (Thrac) ments, an 8,607-squareresented both parties in this Avenue. foot multifamily property transaction. Paulette, with Cantera Real “Buckle your seat belts,” located at 69 W. Simpson Estate, LLC, represented the McCusker said. “We are St. and 331-345 S. Convent seller in this transaction. LEASES really going to be busy in the Ave. in Tucson. The 12-unit next year.” Kodiac Interiors Group, LS El Dorado, LLC, pur- complex was purchased
LLC dba Arizona Appliance and Home, leased 17,727 square feet of industrial space at West Commerce Court, 1641 W. Commerce Ct., Suite 101 in Tucson, from Miller Sales & Engineering, Inc. Ron Zimmerman, Principal, Industrial Specialist with Cushman & Wakefield | PICOR, represented the landlord in this transaction. Andy Seleznov, CCIM, Retail Specialist with Cushman & Wakefield | PICOR, represented the tenant. Distribution International, Inc. renewed their lease with JDLH Investments, LLC for 15,000 square feet of industrial space at 3759, 3761, & 3763 E. 43rd Place, in Tucson. Stephen D. Cohen, Principal, Industrial Specialist with Cushman & Wakefield | PICOR, represented the landlord in this transaction. Robert C. Glaser, SIOR, CCIM, Principal, Industrial Specialist with Cushman & Wakefield | PICOR, and Beau Kaleel with Cushman & Wakefield, Houston, represented the tenant. PowerPhotonic Inc. leased 14,000 square feet of industrial space at SAMTEC, 16220 South La Cañada Dr., Suite 1 in Sahuarita, from the Town of Sahuarita. Alex Demeroutis, and Jesse Blum, Principal, Industrial Specialists with Cushman & Wakefield | PICOR, represented the tenant in this
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transaction. Ian Stuart and Tim Healy with CBRE, Tucson, represented the landlord. Savant of the West LLC renewed their lease with Doubletree Investments, Inc. for 6,230 square feet of industrial space at 4175 S. Fremont Ave., Suite 106 in Tucson. Stephen D. Cohen, Principal, Industrial Specialist with Cushman & Wakefield | PICOR, represented the landlord in this transaction. Ted Liles and Marissa Dichiara with Cresa, Phoenix, represented the tenant. All Nations Church renewed their lease with Pegasus Tucson Owner LLC for 3,176 square feet at Midway Business Park, 4500 E. Speedway Blvd., Suite 109-110 in Tucson. Paul Hooker, SIOR, Principal, Andrew Keim, and Molly Mary Gilbert with Cushman & Wakefield | PICOR, represented the landlord in this transaction. Timberlake Crafts, LLC leased 2,322 square feet of industrial space at Eastside Research Commerce Center, 1646 S. Research Loop, Suite 140 - 150 in Tucson, from Eastside Center, LLC. Ron Zimmerman, Principal, Industrial Specialist with Cushman & Wakefield | PICOR, represented the landlord in this transaction. Boxed Services LLC leased 2,315 square feet of industrial space at Central Point Business Plaza, 3961 E. Speedway Blvd., Suite 414 & 415 in Tucson, from Central Point Tucson, LLC. Molly Mary Gilbert, Office Specialist with Cushman &
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Wakefield | PICOR, represented both parties in this transaction. Greg Furrier, and Rob Tomlinson, Principals and Retail Specialists with Cushman & Wakefield | PICOR, represented the landlord. WaterLogic Americas, LLC leased 2,200 square feet of industrial space at Central Point Business Plaza, 3959 E. Speedway Blvd., Suite 308 & 309 in Tucson, from Central Point Tucson, LLC. Molly Mary Gilbert with Cushman & Wakefield | PICOR, represented the landlord in this transaction. David Blanchette, CCIM with NAI Horizon, Tucson, represented the tenant. Tradesmen International, LLC renewed their lease with Pegasus Tucson Owner LLC for 1,720 square feet of office space, at Butterfield Business Park, 4555 S. Palo Verde Road, Suite 105 in Tucson. Paul Hooker, SIOR, Principal, and Andrew Keim, Industrial Specialists with Cushman & Wakefield | PICOR, represented the landlord in this transaction. David Blanchette, CCIM, with NAI Horizon, Tucson, represented the tenant. Zimmer US, Inc. leased 1,599 square feet of industrial space at Exchange Place, 1870 W. Prince Road, Suite A-1 in Tucson, from Pegasus Tucson Owner LLC. Paul Hooker, SIOR, Principal, and Andrew Keim, Industrial Specialists with Cushman & Wakefield | PICOR, represented the landlord in this transaction. Kevin Burnett with Colliers, represented the tenant. Studio 220, dba Got All
Your Marbles renewed their lease with Pegasus Tucson Owner LLC for 1,200 square feet of industrial space, at South Dodge Business Center, 3601 E. 44th St., Suite 105 in Tucson. Paul Hooker, SIOR, Principal, Andrew Keim, and Molly Mary Gilbert with Cushman & Wakefield | PICOR, represented the landlord in this transaction. Saguaro Staffing Solutions LLC leased 310 square feet of office space at West Grant Centre, 1955 W. Grant Road, Executive Suite W in Tucson, from WestGrant Investors, LLC. Molly Mary Gilbert, Office Specialist with Cushman & Wakefield | PICOR, represented both parties in this transaction. Lexicon Medical Supply Company renewed their lease with Pegasus Tucson Owner, LLC for 3,200 square feet of industrial space at Midway Business Park, 4500 E. Speedway Blvd., Suite 16 in Tucson. Paul Hooker, SIOR, Principal, Industrial Specialist, and Andrew Keim, Industrial Specialists with Cushman & Wakefield | PICOR, represented the landlord in this transaction. Photonics Automation Specialties LLC leased 2,525 square feet of industrial space at Dodge Business Center, 3671 E. 44th St. in Tucson, from Pegasus Tucson OwnerLLC. Paul Hooker, SIOR, Principal, Industrial Specialist, and Andrew Keim, Industrial Specialists with Cushman & Wakefield | PICOR, represented the landlord in this transaction.
Ninyo & Moore | Geotechnical & Environmental Sciences Consultants, leased 2,360 square feet of industrial space from Bobaganoosh, LLC, located in South Gate Business Park, 1991 E. Ajo Way, Building D, Condo 161 in Tucson. Ron Zimmerman, Principal, and Industrial Specialist with Cushman & Wakefield | PICOR, represented the landlord in this transaction. Carlos P. Gandara leased 2,180 square feet of industrial space at Clairemont Plaza 1660 S. Research Loop, Suite 110 in Tucson, from Pegasus Tucson Owner LLC. Paul Hooker, SIOR, Principal, and Andrew Keim, Industrial Specialists with Cushman & Wakefield | PICOR, represented the landlord in this transaction.
MJNailz LLC renewed their lease with Pegasus Tucson Owner LLC for 2,147 square feet of space at Midpoint Business Plaza, 1835 S. Alvernon Way, Suite 202 in Tucson. Paul Hooker, SIOR, Principal, Andrew Keim, and Molly Mary Gilbert with Cushman & Wakefield | PICOR, represented the landlord in this transaction. Sunbright Solar, LLC renewed their lease with Pegasus Tucson Owner LLC for 1,965 square feet of industrial space, at South Dodge Business Center, 3250 S. Dodge Blvd.,Suite 8 and 3643 E 44th St. in Tucson. Paul Hooker, SIOR, Principal, Andrew Keim, and Molly Mary Gilbert with Cushman & Wakefield | PICOR, represented the landlord in this transaction.
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Olga Chausovskaya renewed their lease with Pegasus Tucson Owner LLC for 1,765 square feet of retail space at Midway Business Park, 4500 E. Speedway Blvd., Suite 36 in Tucson. Paul Hooker, SIOR, Principal, Industrial Specialist, and Andrew Keim, Industrial Specialists with Cushman & Wakefield | PICOR, represented the landlord in this transaction. SD Media LLC renewed their lease with Pegasus Tucson Owner for 1,440 square feet of industrial space at Exchange Place, 1870 W. Prince Rd., Suite A-8 in Tucson. PaulHooker, SIOR, Principal, and Andrew Keim, Industrial Specialists with Cushman & Wakefield | PICOR, represented the landlord in this transaction. ITB
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n estimated half of all university students in the nation are first-generation college students, meaning neither of their parents have a fouryear degree. While these students can be ambitious, they often face unique struggles that other university students might not even have to consider. A federal program called Upward Bound is available at eight local high schools to support this specific group of students.
But according to Upward Bound staff, one of the program’s biggest challenges is that people simply might not be aware of the free benefits it offers — especially in the wake of the pandemic. Pima Community College offers Upward Bound support through four of its campuses around Tucson. Upward Bound is a federally funded college prep program designed to serve low-income, first-generation college students. It offers assistance with college applications, career counseling, financial aid advising, and even hosts trips to
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based on these two characteristics.” Upward Bound focuses on students who classify as low-income, or are close to qualifying for free- and reduced-lunch programs at their schools. According to Kramkowski, Upward Bound has multiple goals for their students, including increasing GPA and standardized test scores, taking more advanced and college level classes while still in high school, and of course higher college enrollment. Pima Community College has four Upward Bound grants, and its four campuses serve in-need high schools in their respective areas. PCC’s Downtown Campus services Amphitheater High School, Flowing Wells High School and Rincon High School. PCC’s Desert Vista Campus services Desert View High School and Sunnyside High School. PCC’s East
“We try to recruit as early on as possible so we can give them as many possibilities as possible,” Kramkowski said. Upward Bound is part of the federally funded TRiO programs, which also include Student Support Services and Talent Search. “We just want the communities and families to know about our existence. It’s really hard to recruit in COVID and post-COVID times. It’s about trying to find the students who are hardest to find and get them re-engaged,” Kramkowski said. “Students were asked to go into a virtual environment and be more self-sufficient, and they became more detached from education in general. So the biggest challenge in the last year is that students are trying to acclimate back to campus, let alone looking at the bigger picture and planning for future education.” ITB
Campus services Palo Verde High School and Santa Rita High School. And PCC’s Northwest Campus services Marana High School. “We service the grant, we’re not here to plug Pima Community College. We take these students to all sorts of different colleges,” Kramkowski said. “For instance in Marana, we have a lot of students interested in agriculture, so we wanted to visit Texas Tech to reflect their interests.” Upward Bound has taken Tucson students on trips to universities in Seattle, Denver, San Diego, Los Angeles, and throughout the East Coast. Kramkowski says the trips are often based around large metros, and they will visit multiple colleges and universities in the area. Although college selection is more of a focus for juniors and seniors, Kramkowski says the program is available for all high school students.
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Bills affecting voting, transgender children and abortion signed by Ducey Endia Fontanez Cronkite News
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ov. Doug Ducey signed several bills on Wednesday regarding abortion, voting and transgender youth, echoing the conservative legislative agenda that’s sweeping many states. The laws ban abortion after 15 weeks, ban transgender girls from participating in girls’ school athletics, ban children from receiving gender reassignment surgery and create stricter identification requirements for voters who only vote in federal elections. The laws have been
roundly criticized as limiting voting and women’s rights, as well as harming transgender youth in the name of waging a culture war. But in comments to reporters after his International State of the State address, Ducey said the bills are a matter of fairness. “I think if you look at the bills that came through our Legislature, and that I signed this morning, they are very tailored to be fair to the people of Arizona,” he said. “And that’s why I positioned them the way that they are. That’s why I’m talking about protecting female sports, protecting children, pro-
tecting lives and protecting voters. That’s what we did this morning. You guys may not think so, but I think the people of Arizona do.” House Bill 2492 adds more proof of citizenship requirements for voters registering to vote in federal elections. The new law also requires county recorders to reject state vote applications that do not include proof of citizenship. Senate Bill 1165 bans transgender girls and women from participating in girls’ sports teams at public and private schools that compete with public schools, including the university level.
Supporters contend that transgender women would have an unfair advantage over cisgender women if they compete in the same sports. The restrictions do not apply to transgender men competing in male sports. “There’s no blocking or prohibition on co-ed sports,” Ducey said. “And it’s a way where we all can participate, but those that are in competitive environments can have a level playing field.” Senate Bill 1138 bans gender-affirming surgeries for all children younger than 18. Parental permission was already required for transgender youth under 18 before
undergoing such surgery. The bill does not prohibit transgender youth from taking puberty blockers or any form of hormone therapy, according to a press release from the Governor’s Office. Senate Bill 1164 makes it a felony in the state of Arizona to perform an abortion after the 15th week of gestation, except in medical emergencies, which must be reported to the state. There are no exceptions for rape or incest. Under the new law, physicians could be fined or lose their medical licenses if found guilty of performing abortions.
“I’m pro life, and I’m going to sign pro life bills,” Ducey said. “This puts us in the mainstream with other civilized, industrialized nations.” Similar laws and others banning the teaching of sexual orientation, gender identity and racism have been passed by Republican-led state legislatures across the country. Arizona’s new abortion law mirrors several states, including one in Mississippi that now is before the U.S. Supreme Court, and that opponents say could spell the end of abortion rights under Roe v. Wade. A ruling is expected this summer. ITB
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BUSINESS CALENDAR Tuesday, April 12 • The Marana Rotary Club meets, both in-person and over Zoom. Details: 7 to 8 a.m. At the North West Fire Training Building, 5125 W. Camino De Fuego. maranarotary. org or text (520) 909-9162 for virtual meeting information.
working happy hour at the DoubleTree by Hilton Tucson Downtown Convention Center. This relaxed place to make new connections also includes a chance to win a Southwest Airlines domestic roundtrip ticket. 4 to 6 p.m. 280 S. Church Avenue. Free to Chamber members. tucsonchamber. org
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• The Oro Valley Chamber of Commerce is hosting a public policy meeting at the Oro Valley Church of the Nazarene. Public Policy meetings allow members of the community to stay informed about what is going on in • Get the 411 on Prop 411. Tucson Mayor Regina local and regional business and government. At the Romero will speak at the meeting, Karen Cesare, Tucson Metro Chamber about a half cent sales tax board trustee for the Central Arizona Project, extension for streets and will discuss water suproadway safety. 12 p.m.
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• The Marana Rotary Club meets, both in-person and over Zoom. Details: 7 to 8 a.m. At the North West Fire Training Building, 5125 W. Camino De Fuego. maranarotary. org or text (520) 909-9162 for virtual meeting information.
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UA shows off medicine, music and more at new Sensor Lab The lab supports university faculty and students, but is also available for investors and local companies interested in developing custom technologies. Projects at the Sensor Lab range from virtual reality for training at the UA College of Nursing, to wearable sensors for remote tai chi lessons for older adults, to augmented art where dancers can interact with projections. “I would say our strength here is in sensor-based research where we provide expertise and connections and the possibilities for the different departments to work together,” said Sensor Lab coordinator Gustavo Almeida. “We bring together capacities that might
otherwise be difficult to organize. Not only could there be unexpected outcomes in the research, but unexpected or decades, academic reapplications.” search led to the newest The UA College of Encutting-edge technology. gineering showed off two But now, cutting-edge techresearch programs out of the nology is leading academic Sensor Lab. The first is a seresearch. On Tuesday, ries of 3D-printed wearables March 22, the University that can track health data, of Arizona celebrated the similar to a FitBit. However, grand opening of their these custom wearables are Sensor Lab, a high-tech redesigned to detect frailty in search facility based around elders, and can be wirelessly human physiology and charged. The wearables are behavior. wirelessly powered from a Under the UA Health battery from up to two meSciences umbrella, the Senters away, but when out of sor Lab has virtual reality, range, they can operate for Photo by Jeff Gardner wearable sensors, 360 vidroughly eight hours. eo, and other technologies “Frailty is actually quite A researcher wears a wirelessly powered sensor that can track health data 24/7. that can provide unique rea big problem, but it search for a variety of fields. might not be too prevalent The Sensor Lab centers Although neither of these in people’s minds. And around new research, but research projects are being people can have really bad outcomes if it’s not caught used outside of the lab, re- also on the development of al-world medical practition- new types of sensors. Acearly. But if you do catch it, you can improve quality ers are getting to experiment cording to Jennifer Barton, with them. professor of engineering of life and extend life. “Because the Sensor Lab and optical sciences, if However, it’s a very gradual process that can be hard to is right next to the hospital, there’s a company developing a new type of sensor, the detect early,” said assistant all the surgeons can come lab can provide a space to do here and try out the robots professor of so and also examine other and practice. We monibiomedical engineering available sensors currently Philipp Gutruf. “So we’ve tor them closely, and can then assess how well these on the market. developed sensors that devices work in assisting “We can reconfigure people can wear home or to work, and we can get 24/7 them,” Gutruf said. “In this spaces to be like a hospital Sensor Lab, we have a very room, for example. This is health data that is much controlled environment a really unique space that more complex than what that allows us to train our would be really hard to have you’d get from a FitBit.” algorithms to do diagnoses anywhere else,” Barton said. The second engineervery precisely… This is a “Having that large array of ing project is a robot arm great place with a variety of sensors is great, not only for with tactile sensation that projects, but they all have the ones that are commerallows surgeons to have cially available, but also for the sensors in common. “superhuman sensing.” experimental sensors… The robotic arm is designed The focus is on the caPhoto by Jeff Gardner to detect things like tissue pabilities we can bring to These types of collisional these projects with this new activities are great for having durability and heat in a way A dancer with the University of Arizona shows how projectors and sensors can interact to track body movement at that human senses cannot. facility.” fresh perspectives.” ITB the new UA Sensor Lab. Jeff Gardner
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Deseret Industries opens new thrift store, seeks new employees Alexandra Pere
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ary Anderson is a busy mom of four with nine grandchildren to keep up with. Her previous job was physically taxing, but then her bishop at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints encouraged her to apply for a job at the Deseret Industries Thrift Store. “When you start working here, you actually have a counselor that comes in and talks to you, which is so great, and then we are in training all the time,” Anderson said. “We go through this book with our job coaches and they also help you go to college, or any kind of special school that you want to go to. They also help you build your resume, so you can get a job and keep a job.” With this experience in
ment. Half of the current employees are not members of the church. Tucson local Beatrice Gonzales is one of those employees. Gonzales was a longtime customer of Deseret at the old location before applying. Employment at Deseret usually lasts one year, so that more people in the community can have access to their job resources. However, Gonzales has been enjoying her experience to the point where she asked to stay longer. She was granted another six months. “The people that I work with are wonderful people,” Gonzales said. “I love the job coaches, even the ones that aren’t mine. They’re good job coaches. You can come to any one of them whenever there might be a situation you might have or something and they’re always there to listen.” Gonzales was thankful to her manager, Gary Nelson, for highlighting leadership qualities she didn’t know she had. “Gary, my manager, just saw qualities in me that I didn’t really see in myself as far as team lead, which is something I never expected to be told that I had that in me,” Gonzales said. Gonzales plans to continue a career in retail after Deseret. Nelson said he enjoys training people and seeing Photo by Alexandra Pere them grow throughout their
her career toolbelt, Anderson hopes to finish her degree in business administration. “Getting a job here is more than just a job,” Anderson said. Anderson is one of many employees at Deseret Industries who receive not just a paycheck but also job coaching, résumé building and counseling. These resources give Deseret employees a leg up on the job market competition and push them towards higher-paying jobs in the future. Anderson was on hand for a grand opening of the thrift store and donation center’s new location at 3850 W. Orange Grove Road. The new spot increased the shop’s capacity by 5,000 square feet and led to more job availability. Although Deseret is supported by the LDS Church, applicants don’t need to be members to receive employ-
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“It’s not just for people who have a hard time keeping employment, maybe it’s someone that hasn’t worked for a while and they just want to find out if they can work,” said Deseret manager Gary Nelson.
employment at Deseret. Nelson previously worked at several chain grocery stores that he felt treated workers like numbers, easily replaceable. Deseret departs from this by making employees leave feeling empowered and equipped to work a higher-level job. Nelson recalled an instance of a young woman who previously worked at Deseret. Based on her appearance, one could say this 20-year-old woman was not confident in herself. She also had no job experience. She slowly worked her way through different positions at Deseret and as she went through each job duty she became more confident. Nelson said this young woman became a team lead
by the end of her employment at Deseret. “So here’s this quiet young lady, that now we’re asking her to direct others,” Nelson said, “She rose to the challenge, accepted, and did an outstanding job. Everyone went to her for direction. They never went to the job coach anymore.” After she showed significant changes in her work performance, Deseret helped her purchase professional attire and start the job hunt. She found a new job within a few weeks. This success story is the goal of Deseret. “It’s not just for people who have a hard time keeping employment, maybe it’s someone that hasn’t worked for a while and they just
want to find out if they can work,” Nelson said. Deseret Industries is currently looking to hire and coach 20 more employees. Call 520-903-1036 or visit in person at the new location to inquire about employment opportunities. You can also visit their website at deseretindustries.org for more information. “Deseret Industries is all about hope and opportunity,” President Ken Moeller from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Marana said. “It is a place where one can get a fresh start, gain employment experience, and learn to be a dependable employee. It is a place where people can gain confidence in themselves.” ITB
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ith a major research university right in our backyard, a strong military presence and innovative companies throughout the metro region, there’s often a plethora of interesting science, medical and technology news to be found in Southern Arizona. Here’s a breakdown of the most interesting recent developments. Space Sights. University of Arizona researchers are playing a critical role in one of the biggest science stories of the year: the James Webb Space Telescope. Intended to replace the Hubble Space Telescope as NASA’s “flagship mission,” the JWST launched into space on Christmas 2021. It is currently undergoing testing and alignment before becoming fully operational in May, but UA’s involvement is already coming in handy. George and Marcia Rieke, both UA Regents Professors of Astronomy, are leading science teams behind some of the JWST’s infrared cameras. George worked on the Mid-InfraRed Instrument, while Marcia worked on the Near InfraRed Camera. Both instruments observe infrared radiation, and are planned to collect data on planets in distant solar systems, also known as exoplanets. Over the last few months, the Near Infrared Camera has been used to focus the
JWST’s 18 mirror segments as part of the telescope’s “testing and alignment” phase. First, the JWST’s unaligned mirrors produced a mosaic of 18 images of the same star. And more recently, the JWST produced its first focused image of a single star. Due to its larger mirrors, the JWST is expected to be able to collect roughly six times as much light as the Hubble. According to UA, on March 11, the JWST team completed the “fine phasing” stage. At this key stage in the commissioning of Webb’s Optical Telescope Element, every optical parameter that has been checked and tested is performing at or above expectations. The team also found no critical issues and no measurable contamination or blockages to the telescope’s optical path. The observatory can successfully gather light from distant objects and deliver it to its instruments without issue. “Demonstrating this high level of optical performance ensures that NIRCam will deliver the science results that everyone is hoping for,” Marcia said. “The telescope is working absolutely fabulously and will reveal the fine details that we want to see.” Student Science. In March, the Southern Arizona Research Science and Engineering Foundation hosted their annual engineering fair, their largest event of the year. At the fair, thousands of pre-school to high school students show
off their science projects to win awards and scholarships. This year, more than 6,000 Southern Arizona students from 120 schools showed off 1,500 projects. At the end of the fair, more than $100,000 had been distributed in the form of awards and scholarships. “My favorite part about SARSEF was learning something new in science and being able to present the outcome of my research,” Sunnyside High School student Yaritza Durazo said in a SARSEF release. “Before, I thought science was mostly about getting results and drawing conclusions from them, but I quickly learned that science communication is a huge part of the scientific process. I had fun learning how to code, reading scientific papers, and presenting my research. I am excited to continue my scientific journey, wherever it takes me.” The students’ science projects included: “Who Has the Cleaner Mouth – Dogs or Humans?”, “What Foods Power a Potato Clock Better than a Potato?”, “Tap vs. Bottled Water: Which Has Less Contaminants?”, “Creating Antimicrobial Lipsticks” and “Bilingualism’s Effect on Memory.” Eight students who participated in the SARSEF fair will now go on to compete at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering fair, one of the largest student science fairs in the world, hosted in Atlanta in May.
“SARSEF taught me that your own hard work does indeed pay off,” said SARSEF fair winner Nathaniel van der Leeuw from University High School. “Even though you might doubt yourself or wish that you picked an easier project, you must remember that hard work is the basis of society. Without carefully analyzing your code or making faulty predictions, you run the risk of building an unstable foundation for humanity. By participating in the Science Fair you are not guaranteed to win but you are guaranteed an Photo by NASA opportunity to compete on a fair plain with all of South- One of the first images from the James Webb Space Telescope. The telescope focused on a bright star for mirror alignment evaluation. ern Arizona.” ITB
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LaPosada at Park Centre, Inc. 350 E. Morningside Rd. Green Valley, AZ 85614
(520) 648-8131 marketing@laposadagv.com posadalife.org
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Altura 13681 E O'Keeffee Ct Tucson, AZ 85747
(520) 508-7385 squesada@miramontehomes.com www.alturaaz.com
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CARF-Accredited Continuing Care Retirement Community. Our 100-acre campus includes full services and amenities, monthly service fees, independent living, assisted living, memory care, outpatient therapies and partially refundable entrance fees
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1996
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Arizona Senior Academy, Academy Village Campus Center, Health and Wellness Center, community and fitness center, pool, tennis, hiking trails, arts and crafts room
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Championship golf and pro shop, clubhouse including ballrooms/auditoriums, banquet room and private dining room, multi-purpose activity rooms, library, large outdoor patios with barbecues, on-site restaurant, lounge and bar, creative arts center, tennis and pickleball courts, fitness center, resort-style pool and whirlpool, locker rooms, and a performing arts theater and sports club
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1987
Sonora at Rancho Sahuarita 600 W. Camino Rancheria Sahuarita, AZ 85629
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Clubhouse, fitness center, outdoor pool and spa, aerobics and dance studio, , arts and crafts studio, ballroom, library, billiards, card room, 2-pickleball court, 2- bocce ball courts,
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Quail Creek 1100 N. Eagle Hollow Rd. Green Valley, AZ 85614
(520) 648-0332 robson@robson.com robson.com
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• Gate entry • 27 holes of championship golf • 16 Pickleball courts • Pro shop • N/A Restaurant & lounge • Clubhouse with ballroom • Creative Arts & Technology Center • Resort-style outdoor pool • Whirlpool • Dance/yoga/aerobics rooms • Multi-purpose rooms • Over 100 clubs & activities • Tennis courts • Bocce courts • Fitness Center • Dog park • Billiards
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The Cove 7319 E. Maritime Dr. Tucson, AZ 85756
(520)297-0797 N/A voyagerrv.com
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Golf course, pro shop, two heated outdoor swimming pools and one indoor, two spas and N/A saunas, shuffleboard, bocce ball, velleyball, tennis courts, fitness facilities
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Copper Crest Vistas 7700 W. Bopp Rd. Tucson, AZ 85735
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Recreation center, shuffle board, pool, weight room, pool tables, card tables, library, hot tub/spa, ceramics room
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Vistoso Village 13401 N. Rancho Vistoso, Ste. 105 Oro Valley, AZ 85737
(520) 219-5320 N/A retireinaz.com
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Rancho Resort 15900 S. Rancho Resort Blvd. Sahuarita, AZ 85629
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Private 20,000 sq. ft. clubhouse with ballroom, library, fitness center, billiards lounge, computer lab, arts and craft room, heated outdoor pool
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Splendido 13500 N. Rancho Vistoso Blvd. Tucson, AZ 85755
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Multiple restaurants, cinema, 18-hole putting course, 10,000 square foot fitness center and spa, art studio, two swimming pools. We have Terrace (apartment style) and Villa Homes.
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Las Campanas by Meritage Homes 824 W. Calle Artistica Green Valley, AZ 85614
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Green Valley recreation, pools, golf, tennis, exercise facilities, gated, hiking trails
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The Bay 8701 S. Kolb Rd. Tucson, AZ 85706
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Indoor and outdoor pools, golf course, five tennis courts, five pickle ball courts, craft facilities
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Desert Springs Gracious Retirement Living 30 W. Lambert Ln. Oro Valley, AZ 85737
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Three meals served daily, on-site managers, scheduled local transportation, weekly housekeeping and linen service, safety call system in every suite, planned activities and special events, fitness center, month-to-month rent, no buy-in fees, all utilities except telephone included
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Fairwinds Desert Point 10701 N. La Reserve Dr. Oro Valley, AZ 85737
(520) 498-1111 jenfield@leisurecare.com leisurecare.com
N/A
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Spacious studio, one and two bedroom apartment homes, restaurant dining, concierge services, heated swimming pool and Jacuzzi, full-service salon, putting green, PrimeFit gym and fitness program, including Silver Sneakers.
N/A
1998
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Fellowship Square - Tucson 8111 E. Broadway Tucson, AZ 85710
(520) 886-5537 tucsonmarketing@christiancare.org christiancare.org
N/A
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Mature landscape, courtyard settings, fine dining and bistro 365 days year, free utilities, 15 meals a month, 15 Continental Breakfast a month free transportation, 300 events and activities, SeniorFit exercise and wellness program
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2001
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Miramonte at Altura 13681 E. O'Keeffe Ct Tucson, AZ 85747
(520) 508-7385 ddurham@miramontehome.com www.miramontehomes.com
N/A
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Community Center Pool Tennis Court
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Vista View Resort 6400 E. Highway 90 Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
520-249-7640 N/A www.vistaviewresort.com
N/A
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Clubhouse, pool and hot tub, gym, recreational activities, covered BBQ area with tables and chairs, gated community, conference room with fireplace, shuffleboard, walking/ nature trails, miniature golf course, RV hookup, RV parking and storage,
N/A
2001
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The Highlands at Dove Mountain 4949 W. Heritage Club Blvd. Marana, AZ 85658
(520) 579-9574 info@thehighlandsatdovemountain.com thehighlandsatdovemountain.com
N/A
N/A
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18-hole golf course, clubhouse, fitness center, restaurant, tennis and pickleball courts, swimming pool
N/A
1997
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Carlton Village 321 W. Limberlost Tucson, AZ N/A
520-861-8314 stevemacholtz@gmail.com N/A
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Sun City Oro Valley N/A N/A, N/A N/A
(520) 825-3711 N/A N/A
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SaddleBrooke Ranch 59680 East Robson CIR Oracle, AZ 85623
(520) 818-6068 N/A robson.com
N/A
N/A
N/A
Gated entry • Championship golf • Pro shop • Restaurant & lounge • Clubs & activities • N/A Resort-style outdoor pool • Indoor pool • Outdoor whirlpool • Spa/Salon • Fitness center • Tennis courts • 24 Pickleball courts • Dance/yoga/aerobics room • Nature trail • Dog park • Multi-purpose rooms
2008
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La Cholla Hills N/A N/A, N/A N/A
520-219-7200 N/A N/A
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Del Webb at Rancho Del Lago N/A N/A, N/A N/A
(520) 647-0219 N/A N/A
N/A
N/A
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Del Webb at Dove Mountain N/A N/A, N/A N/A
866-210-7583 N/A N/A
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N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
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Continental Ranch Sunflower N/A N/A, N/A N/A
(520) 572-9780 N/A N/A
N/A
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The Casitas de Castilian N/A N/A, N/A N/A
520-293-6804 N/A N/A
N/A
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N/A
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Mona Lisa Village N/A N/A, N/A N/A
N/A N/A N/A
N/A
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N/A
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Northridge Estates N/A N/A, N/A N/A
N/A N/A N/A
N/A
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N/A
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ACADEMY VILLAGE/ALT RA N/A N/A, N/A N/A
520-647-0900 N/A N/A
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N/A
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Saguaro Bloom N/A N/A, N/A N/A
(520) 572-5103 N/A N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
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Desert Pueblo Mobile Home Park N/A N/A, N/A N/A
520-889-9557 N/A N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
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The Preserve 36171 S. Aspen Lane Tucson, AZ 85739
(866) 818-6068 N/A robson.com
N/A
N/A
N/A
• Championship Golf Course • Fully Stocked Pro Shop • Outdoor Resort-style Pool • Outdoor Whirlpool • Restaurant & Bar/Lounge • Fitness Center • Lighted Tennis Courts • Men s & Women s Lockers • Multi-purpose Activity Rooms
N/A
2004
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Echelon of Tucson N/A N/A, N/A N/A
520-294-3200 N/A N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
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Canoa Ranch by Meritage Homes 5612 S. Acacia Canyon Green Valley, AZ 85622
(520) 625-4441 mary.carranza@meritagehomes.com meritageactiveadult.com
N/A
N/A
N/A
Green Valley recreation, pools, golf, tennis, exercise facilities, gated, hiking trails
N/A
2002
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Business Address
Phone Company Email Website
No. of Licensed No of Patients Levels of Care Beds Treated in 2020
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Handmaker Jewish Services for the Aging 2221 N. Rosemont Blvd. Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 881-2323 cturner@handmaker.org handmaker.org
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600
2
Brookdale North Tucson 2650 W Ina Rd Tucson, AZ 85741
(520) 229-0232 N/A www.Brookdale.com
50
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Top Local Executives Year Establ. Locally
A, H, I, P, N, S
Y
Y
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Elie Pollak
P
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Y
1963
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Ranked by the number of licensed beds Ranked information is provided by business representatives at no charge and is ranked alphabetically in case of ties. Other businesses were contacted but either declined or did not respond by deadline. There is no charge to be included in Inside Tucson Business listings. Levels of Care: A=Alzheimer's Units, H=hospice, I=intermediate care, P=personal care, N=skilled nursing, S=subacute or hospital Licensing: Facilities are licensed by ADHS for two years if no deficiencies are found, otherwise the license is granted for one year Medicare Certified: Required when the agency offers skilled nursing care. The agency is subject to a federal inspection in order to offer Medicare-reimbursed treatment. Licensure Quality Rating: Ratings are given by the Arizona Department of Health Services from A to D, with A being the highest rating awarded N/A=not provided WND=would not disclose NL=not listed last year NR=listed last year but ranking criteria not provided
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