Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Tucson public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues in environment with medium priority
Tucson Resilient Together climate plan update
Staff updated the council on rainwater harvesting rules for new commercial development and a plan to require stormwater-fed landscaping in new subdivisions. Dahl's motion directs staff to narrow the plant list to Tucson Basin natives and bring it back through Planning Commission public hearing.
Environmental Remediation
Tucson is tackling a major environmental cleanup project out by the airport. It's shaking up how local land is used and forcing some infrastructure upgrades.
Opposition to Border Wall Construction
The council expressed strong opposition to southern border wall construction, passing a resolution supporting the Tohono O'odham Nation's legal efforts to protect cultural and environmental lands.