Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Tucson public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
2 issues in taxes budget with critical priority
Pima County 2027 Bond Program Recommendations
Pima County is gearing up for a possible 2027 bond election, and Tucson submitted 17 projects worth about $383 million — a new fire station, a homeless navigation center, road widening, park upgrades, and TCC improvements. Council members are pushing for Tucson to get its fair share, since the city has 53% of the population but may only get 40% of the money.
Fiscal Year 2027 Tentative Budget
The city council reviewed and advanced a balanced $2.55 billion recommended budget for fiscal year 2027. The budget preserves critical programs, provides employee pay investments, and relies on vacancy management to navigate revenue challenges.