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City of Tucson Election
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November 6, 2018
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ELECTION DAY
NOVEMBER 6, 2018
En la página 32 comienza una traducción en españolTHE CHOICE IS YOURS
The City of Tucson is holding a Special Election on November 6, 2018. Pima County will conduct
this election.
For information relating to early voting, please visit the Pima County Recorder’s Office at:
https://www.recorder.pima.gov
For information relating to your polling place, please visit the Pima County Elections Department
at:
http://web1.pima.gov/elections/polling-locator
SPECIAL ELECTION
There are two questions on the ballot (Proposition 407 and 408). All City of Tucson qualified
electors may vote on these ballot measures.
Proposition 407 – Bonds for Parks and Recreation Improvements........................................Page
Official Ballot Format..................................................................................................................... 6
Arizona Revised Statute 35-454 Requirements............................................................................ 7
Payment Schedule for City's Outstanding Bonds and Proposed Bonds....................................... 9
Parks and Connections Summary............................................................................................... 12
Frequently Asked Questions....................................................................................................... 13
Map............................................................................................................................................. 16
Arguments Submitted by the Public............................................................................................ 18
Proposition 408 – Proposed Charter Amendment to extend the terms of the current mayor
and councilmembers by one year beginning in 2020, and hold even-year primary and general
elections for the offices of mayor and councilmembers, in place of the current odd-year primary
and general elections.
Official Ballot Format and Sample Ballot Format......................................................................... 27
Original and Amended Text......................................................................................................... 28
No Arguments Submitted by the Public for Proposition 408
This Voter Information Pamphlet is published by the Tucson City Clerk
CITY CONTACT INFORMATION
City Hall: 255 W Alameda, 9th floor Mail: P.O. Box 27210, Tucson, AZ 85726-7210
Phone: 520-791-4213 - TDD: 520-791-2639 - Fax: 520-791-4017
Email: cityclerk@tucsonaz.gov
For Election Night Results go to: Elections@pima.gov
1VOTING INFORMATION
WHO CAN VOTE
To vote in the City of Tucson 2018 Special Election:
• You must have resided in the City of Tucson since October 7, and
• You must be registered to vote on or before October 9, and
• You must be at least 18 years old on November 6.
ELECTION DAY VOTING
The Polls are open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Election Day, November 6. Any qualified elector standing in
line to vote at 7 p.m. on Election Day will be allowed to mark and cast their ballot.
For information on polling places and directions, please contact the Pima County Elections Department at
520-724-6830 Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or email: Elections@pima.gov
EARLY VOTING
For information on voter registration, requesting an early ballot, or the status of your early or provisional
ballot, please contact the Pima County Recorder’s Office at 520-724-4330 Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. to 5
p.m. or visit their website at www.recorder.pima.gov.
• First day to request a ballot by mail is August 6.
• All ballots by mail will be mailed on October 10.
• Last day to request a ballot by mail is October 26.
• All registered voters who are on the Permanent Early Voting List (PEVL) will automatically receive
a ballot by mail.
EARLY VOTING SITES PRIOR TO ELECTION DAY
Location Dates of Operation Hours of Operation
Recorders Main Office M–F
240 N. Stone Avenue 10/10/18 through 11/2/18 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Recorder’s Eastside Annex M–F
6920 E. Broadway, Suite D 10/10/18 through 11/2/18 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Recorder’s Ballot M–F
Processing Center 10/10/18 through 11/2/18 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
6550 S. Country Club Road
University of Arizona M–F
ASUA Admin Office 10/15/18 through 11/2/18 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Student Union 3rd floor
Mission Library 10/29/18 through 11/2/18 M–F
3770 S. Mission Road 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Miller Golf Links Library 10/29/18 through 11/2/18 M–F
9640 E. Golf Links Road 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Kirk-Bear Canyon Library 10/29/18 through 11/2/18 M–F
8959 E. Tanque Verde Road 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
For additional Pima County Early Voting sites, visit www.recorder@pima.gov
2VOTER’S RIGHTS
• Any voter may be accompanied into the voting booth by a person of the voter’s choice, or by
two election officials (one from each major political party).
• Qualified voters in line to vote at 7:00 p.m., on November 6th, will be allowed to mark and cast
their ballot.
RIGHT TO VOTE A PROVISIONAL BALLOT
AT A VOTING LOCATION ON ELECTION DAY
You have a right to vote a provisional ballot if one of the following situations applies to you:
• if your name does not appear in the “Register of Voters”,
• if you have moved to a new address within the City and have not updated your voter
registration,
• if you have legally changed your name and have not updated your voter registration,
• if you were challenged as a qualified voter.
To vote using a provisional ballot:
• present to the election official an identification stating your given name and surname,
• present to the election official your complete residence address, and
• sign an affirmation on the provisional ballot envelope stating that the information filled out on
the provisional ballot envelope is correct, that you reside in the precinct, that you are eligible to
vote in this election and that you have not previously voted in this election.
If you vote a provisional ballot, the election official will enter your name on the signature roster.
You will be asked to provide your signature next to your name. Your vote will be counted upon
verification of your eligibility to vote in the election.
Once you have voted using a provisional ballot, your ballot will be placed in a provisional
ballot envelope, which you can seal. The election official will ensure that the envelope is
sealed. You will then be given a provisional ballot receipt with information on how to present
sufficient identification to the County Recorder, if necessary, and how to verify the status of your
provisional ballot.
CHECK THE STATUS OF YOUR EARLY BALLOT!
You may check the status of your early ballot or provisional ballot by visiting www.recorder.pima.gov.
3REQUIRED IDENTIFICATION AT THE POLLS
Every eligible registered voter is required to show proof of identity at the polling place before
receiving a ballot. A voter shall announce their name and place of residence to the election
official and present one form of identification from LIST #1 that bears the name, address, and
photograph of the voter OR two different forms of identification from LIST #2 that bear the name
and address of the voter.
A voter who does not provide one form of identification from LIST #1 OR two different forms of
identification from LIST #2 shall not be issued a regular ballot. They shall receive a conditional
provisional ballot and will have three (3) business days after the City of Tucson Special
Election to provide sufficient ID to the Pima County Recorder in order for their conditional
provisional ballot to count.
For a voter to receive a regular ballot, the address on the presented identification must
match the address on the voter registration file.
LIST #1 – Sufficient Photo ID (including name and address)
• Valid Arizona driver license or non-operating identification
• Tribal enrollment card or other form of tribal identification
• Valid U.S. federal, state or local government issued identification
LIST #2 – Sufficient ID without photo bearing the name and address (two required)
• Utility bill (gas, electric, water, sewer, solid waste, telephone, cell phone, cable TV) of the
voter that is dated within 90 days of the election date
• Bank or Credit Union statement that is dated within 90 days of the election date
• Valid Arizona Vehicle Registration
• Indian Census Card
• Property tax statement of the voter’s residence
• Tribal enrollment card or other form of tribal identification
• Vehicle Insurance Card
• Valid U.S. federal, state, or local government issued ID
• Voter Registration Card / Recorder’s Certificate
• Any “Official Election Material” mailing bearing your name and address
THE LAW ALLOWS FOR THE FOLLOWING EXCEPTIONS
1) Valid Arizona driver license or non-operating identification where address does not match
signature roster/precinct register accompanied by non-photo identification from List #2 in which
the address does reasonably match the precinct register.
2) U.S. Passport accompanied by non-photo identification from List #2 in which the address
does reasonably match the precinct register.
3) U.S. Military identification without address or address does not match accompanied by
non-photo identification from List #2 in which the address does reasonably match the precinct
register. Identification is “valid” unless it can be determined on its face that it has expired.
4EARLY BALLOT INSTRUCTIONS
Questions? Need Help?
Call the Pima County Recorder's Office at 520-724-4330 or www.recorder.pima.gov/FAQ
1 MARK THE BALLOT THIS WAY:
• Use black or dark blue pen. (Do not use red ink.)
• To vote for a candidate, fill in the oval to the left of your choice.
• To vote for an Official Write-In Candidate, fill in the oval to the left of the Official Write-In line and write
the name in the space provided.
FOR GENERAL & SPECIAL ELECTIONS ONLY:
• To vote for a proposition, fill in the oval to the left of “YES”.
• To vote against a proposition, fill in the oval to the left of “NO”.
If you make a mistake or damage the ballot, you must ask for a new ballot. Call 520-724-4330
MARK THE BALLOT THIS WAY ONLY. Candidate / Candidato
FILL IN OVAL COMPLETELY.
Candidate / Candidato
MARQUE LA BOLETA SOLAMENTE DE ESTA
FORMA. LLENE EL ÓVALO COMPLETAMENTE. ___________________________
Official Write-In/Inscripción Oficial
RIGHT WRONG WRONG
CORRECTO INCORRECTO INCORRECTO
2 YOU MUST SIGN THE BALLOT AFFIDAVIT Ballot Affidavit Envelope
FOR YOUR VOTE TO COUNT.
City of Tucson Application & Affidavit for Ballot
I declare the following under penalty of perjury: I am a
registered voter in Pima County Arizona and the City of
Tucson, that I am registered in the ward and precinct
3 SEAL YOUR VOTED BALLOT IN THE indicated on this affidavit, and that I reside at the
address indicated on this affidavit, in which I claim the
right to vote, for (30) days next proceeding the election.
I have not previously voted in this election. I understand
that knowingly voting more than once un any election
AFFIDAVIT ENVELOPE.
is a Class 5 felony and I voted the enclosed ballot and
signed this affidavit personally unless noted below.
SIGN HERE – FIRME AQUÍ
If the voter was assisted by another person in marking or returning the
ballot, complete the following:
4P
UT IN THE POSTAGE PAID ENVELOPE AND
I declare the following under penalty of perjury: At the registered voter’s request I _______________________________________
SIGNATURE / FIRMA DATE / FECHA
assisted the voter identified in this affidavit with marking or returning the voter’s
ballot. I marked or returned the ballot as directly instructed by the voter. I _______________________________________ Daytime phone needed to
contact you regarding any problem with your signature/ballot. Número de teléfono
provided the assistance because the voter was physically unable to mark the necesario para ponerse en contacto con usted en referencia a cualquier problema con
ballot solely due to illness, injury or physical limitation or was otherwise unable to su firma / boleta.
MAIL.
return the ballot and I understand that there is no power of attorney for voting and
that the voter must be able to make the voter’s selection even if the voter cannot BALLOT WILL NOT BE COUNTED WITHOUT YOUR SIGNATURE
physically mark the ballot. LA BOLETA NO SE CONTARÁ SIN SU FIRMA
FOR OFFICE USE ONLY: Affidavit of City Clerk - Pursuant to the Tucson Code. I have
Name of Voter Assistant _______________________________________ verified the identity of the voter or have verified the signature of the voter from the
voter’s registration affidavit.
5 CHECK THE STATUS OF YOUR MAIL BALLOT
Identity Verified Signature Verified
Address of Voter Assistant _____________________________________
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ONLINE:
Dirección del ayudante del votante________________________________________________________
Nombre del ayudante del votante _________________________________________________________
marcar la boleta.
realizar la selección del votante incluso aunque el votante no pueda físicamente
https://www.recorder.pima.gov/voterstats/ballotinfo
que no existe poder notarial para votar y que el votante ha de ser capaz de
o limitación física o era incapaz por otra parte de devolver la boleta y comprendo
físicamente incapaz de marcar la boleta solamente debido a enfermedad, lesión
instruido por el votante. Proporcioné la ayuda porque el votante estada
boleta del votante. Yo marqué o devolví la boleta tal y como fui directamente
ayudé al votante identificado en esta declaración jurada a marcar o devolver la
Declaro lo siguiente bajo pena de perjurio: A solicitud del votante registrado yo
complete lo siguiente:
Si el votante fue ayudado por otra persona en marcar o devolver la boleta,
If you prefer, you may vote or drop off your ballot at any Pima County Polling Place
firmé esta declaración jurada personalmente a menos que esté mencionado debajo.
intencionalmente en más de una elección es un delito mayor de clase 5 y vote la boleta adjunta y
votado previamente en esta elección en ningún otro condado o estado. Comprendo que votar
firma. que demando el derecho ha votar, por (30) días inmediatamente anteriores a la elección. No he
on Election Day between 6:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.
frente. Su boleta no se contará sin su esta declaración jurada y que resido en la dirección indicada en esta declaración jurada, en la
Firme la casilla marcada FIRMA. Ver Arizona y en la Ciudad de Tucson, que estoy registrado en el distrito y precinto indicado en
Declaro lo siguiente bajo pena de perjurio: Soy un votante registrado en el Condado de Pima,
Solicitud y Declaración Jurada de Boleta de la Ciudad de Tucson
By law, ballots RECEIVED after 7:00 p.m. on Election Day CANNOT be counted.
WARNING: IT IS A FELONY TO OFFER OR RECEIVE ANY COMPENSATION FOR A BALLOT.
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5PROPOSITION 407
OFFICIAL BALLOT FORMAT
PROPOSITION/PROPOSICIÓN 407
BONDS FOR PARKS AND RECREATION IMPROVEMENTS
Shall the City of Tucson be authorized to issue and sell not exceeding $225,000,000 principal
amount of its general obligation bonds to provide funds for capital projects for parks and recreation,
to wit: capital improvements to, and equipping of, existing parks; acquisition, construction,
improvement, and equipping of new parks; acquisition, construction, improvement, and equipping
of new and existing connectivity components between and within parks, including greenways,
bikepaths, sidewalks, and walkways; and payment of all necessary costs and fees in connection
therewith; such bonds to be issued in one or more series, maturing not more than forty (40) years
from the date of issuance of each series, and bearing interest at a rate or rates not in excess of
nine percent (9%) per annum?
A “yes” vote shall authorize the City of Tucson governing body to issue and sell $225,000,000 of
general obligation bonds of the City to be repaid with secondary property taxes.
A “no” vote shall not authorize the City of Tucson governing body to issue and sell such bonds of
the City.
As required by A.R.S. § 35-454(C), the City gives notice that the issuance of these bonds will
result in a property tax increase sufficient to pay the annual debt service on bonds.
Bond approval, yes ____
Bond approval, no ____
6Proposition 407
Pursuant to Arizona Revised Statute 35-454, the City of Tucson provides the following
information to City voters;
(a) Amount of the bond authorization is $225,000,000
(b) Maximum interest rate of the bonds is 9%
(c) Estimated debt retirement schedule for the current amount of bonds outstanding,
showing both principal and interest payments, the current net assessed valuation as reported by
the department of revenue and the current adopted and estimated tax rates. For the purposes
of this paragraph, “net assessed valuation” may include the values used to determine voluntary
contributions collected pursuant to Title 9, Chapter 4, Article 3 and Title 48, Chapter 1, Article 8.
See tables on pages 9-11.
(d) Estimated debt retirement schedule for the proposed bond authorization, showing both
the estimated principal and interest payments and the estimated average annual tax rate for the
proposed bond authorization. See tables on pages 9-11. In preparing this information and the
information prescribed by subdivision (c) of this paragraph, the projected total annual increase in
net assessed valuation for any future year shall not exceed:
(i) For the first five years of the estimated debt retirement schedule, the average of the
annual percentage growth for the previous ten years in the net assessed valuation of the political
subdivision:
Ten Years Avg. % Growth 0.8256%
(ii) For the remaining years of the estimated debt retirement schedule, twenty percent
of the average of the annual percentage growth for the previous ten years in the net assessed
valuation of the political subdivision:
20% of 10 Years Avg.
Growth 0.1651%
(e) Source of repayment is through secondary property taxes.
(f) Estimated issuance costs are $1,687,500 (calculated at 0.75% of $225,000,000).
(g) Estimated tax impact of debt service for the bonds on an owner‑occupied residence
classified as class three Pursuant to Section 42‑12003, on commercial property classified as class
one Pursuant to Section 42‑12001, paragraph 12 and on agricultural or other vacant property
classified as class two Pursuant to Section 42‑12002, assuming the net assessed valuation of the
property increases annually at the lesser of five percent or fifty percent of the projected total annual
increase in net assessed valuation as determined Pursuant to Subdivision (d) of this paragraph
over the term of the bonds using the same average annual tax rate as under Subdivision (d) of this
paragraph, as follows: See tables on pages 9-11.
7The tax impact over the term of the bonds on an owner‑occupied residence
valued by the county assessor at $250,000 is estimated to be $112.61 per year for
20 years, or $2,252.18 total cost.
The tax impact over the term of the bonds on commercial property valued
by the county assessor at $1,000,000 is estimated to be $810.78 per year for 20
years, or $16,215.66 total cost.
The tax impact over the term of the bonds on agricultural or other vacant
property valued by the county assessor at $100,000 is estimated to be $67.57 per
year for 20 years, or $1,351.31 total cost.
(h) In bold‑faced type, estimated total cost of the proposed bond authorization, including
principal and interest:
Total Issuance Amount $225,000,000
Total Interest $99,073,750
Total Cost of Proposed
Bond Authorization $324,073,750
(i) Current outstanding general obligation debt and constitutional debt limitation.
Current Outstanding GO
Debt* $174,640,000
20% Constitutional Debt
Limit $764,969,310
6% Constitutional Debt
Limit $229,490,793
*Net of unamortized excess premium
(j) Projects and expenditures for which the bonds are to be issued are summarized on
pages 12-15 of this pamphlet, and described at: https://www.tucsonaz.gov/parksbond.
(k) Purpose for which the bonds are to be issued is summarized on pages 12-15 of this
pamphlet, with all specific projects described at: https://www.tucsonaz.gov/parksbond.
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CITY OF TUCSON, ARIZONA
BOND ELECTION
NOVEMBER 6, 2018
ESTIMATED AVERAGE ANNUAL BOND TAX RATE PER $100
OF ASSESSED VALUATION: $0.4504
RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY
(Assessed at 10% of value)
Value
for Tax Assessed Estimated Average Estimated Average
Purposes (a) Value Annual Cost (b) Monthly Cost (b)
$12,526 (c) $1,253 (c) $5.64 $0.47
100,000 10,000 45.04 3.75
The tax impact over the term of the bonds on an owner‐occupied residence valued by the County Assessor at $250,000 is estimated to be $112.61 per year
for 20 years, or $2,252.18 total cost. (d)
COMMERCIAL PROPERTY
(Assessed at 18% of value)
Value
for Tax Assessed Estimated Average Estimated Average
Purposes (a) Value Annual Cost (b) Monthly Cost (b)
$81,057 (c) $14,590 (c) $65.72 $5.48
1,000,000 180,000 810.78 67.57
The tax impact over the term of the bonds on commercial property valued by the County Assessor at $1,000,000 is estimated to be $810.78 per year for 20
years, or $16,215.66 total cost. (d)
AGRICULTURAL OR OTHER VACANT PROPERTY
(Assessed at 15% of value)
Value
for Tax Assessed Estimated Average Estimated Average
Purposes (a) Value Annual Cost (b) Monthly Cost (b)
$5,135 (c) $770 (c) $3.47 $0.29
100,000 15,000 67.57 5.63
The tax impact over the term of the bonds on agricultural or other vacant property valued by the County Assessor at $100,000 is estimated to be $67.57 per
year for 20 years, or $1,351.31 total cost. (d)
(a) Value for tax purposes is the full cash value of your property as it appears on your tax bill and does not necessarily represent the
market value. This value cannot increase by more than 5% from the prior year if the property has not changed. For commercial
property, only locally assessed property is subject to this limit.
(b) Cost based on the estimated average bond tax rate over the life of the bond issue and other financing assumptions which are subject
to change.
(c) Estimated average value of owner‐occupied residential properties, commercial properties or agricultural or vacant properties, as
applicable, within the City as provided by the Arizona Department of Revenue.
(d) Assumes the net assessed valuation of the property changes at the lesser of 5% or half the rate of the City's total net assessed value
shown on the projected debt service schedule.
11PROPOSITION 407
PARKS AND CONNECTIONS BOND
SUMMARY
The City of Tucson is asking voters to consider a $225 million Parks and Connections Bond to fund capital
improvements that will promote mobility, accessibility, and safety at major parks, neighborhood and
community parks, recreation centers, pools, splash pads, and sports fields at 100 of our city’s 128 parks.
Bond funds also will improve connections with greenways, shared-use paths, pedestrian safety features,
sidewalks, and bicycle lanes.
General Obligation (GO) bonds would generate $225 million over nine years, from 2020-2028.
Improvement projects in the Parks and Connections Bond Program will be implemented in three phases;
2020-2022, 2023-2025, 2026-2028. The secondary property tax rate will not increase if Proposition 407 is
approved. The City will issue new bond debt as old bonds are retired to maintain a stable tax rate.
The Parks and Connections projects included in Proposition 407 were selected using the overarching goals
of improving health, wellness, safety, social equity, and environmental quality for Tucsonans.
PARKS
Proposition 407 allocates more than $130 million for Parks project improvements at 100 city parks. The
projects reflect the community priorities documented in the Parks and Recreation System Master Plan.
Parks projects include: new splash pads, new pools, renovated and upgraded pools, new sports fields
with LED lighting, lighting system LED upgrades at existing fields, resurfaced and reconstructed tennis,
pickleball, and basketball courts, new playgrounds with shade structures, new shade structures at existing
playgrounds, new and renovated ramadas, new and renovated restroom units, and three new parks. The
program will also fund critical capital facility improvements at several recreation and senior centers,
significant enhancements to Parks performing arts venues, golf course turf reduction, and golf course
irrigation system renovation with technology upgrades to improve course quality and water efficiency.
The hundreds of individual projects can be viewed as a list or interactive map at tucsonaz.gov/parksbond
or by calling (520) 791-4204.
CONNECTIONS
Proposition 407 contains 128 miles of new connection-related projects that promote wellness and encourage
safe, low-stress ways to connect to parks, schools, libraries, transit, and recreation centers. Connections
projects fall into these categories:
Greenways and Shared-Use Paths – Proposition 407 includes nine Greenways and Shared-Use Paths. These
projects provide off-street facilities, separated from car traffic, to create a safer and more comfortable space
for people walking, biking, running, horseback riding, or using a wheelchair. The projects will include new
For more information
Call: (520) 791-4204 Visit: tucsonaz.gov/parksbond Email: comments@tucsonaz.gov
12PROPOSITION 407
PARKS AND CONNECTIONS BOND
CONNECTIONS (Continued)
asphalt paths, expansion of the existing path network, path lighting, landscaping, shade trees, and incorporate
water harvesting.
Pedestrian Safety and Walkability – Pedestrian Safety and Walkability projects are sidewalk improvements
on major streets to create safer and more comfortable routes for people walking or in a wheelchair. The 10
Pedestrian Safety and Walkability projects include sidewalks and curb ramps, pedestrian lighting, enhanced
major street crossings, landscaping, shade trees, and incorporate water harvesting.
Bicycle Safety and Mobility – There are 34 Bicycle Safety and Mobility projects in Proposition 407. The
projects aim to create a network of safer and more comfortable bicycle routes, and encourage people of all
ages and abilities to ride a bike. The projects include protected bike lanes, traffic calming features such as
traffic circles, enhanced major street crossings, an expansion of Tucson’s bicycle network, shade trees, and
incorporate water harvesting.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Question: Why can’t the City use existing funds Question: Will this bond program raise the
to fund Parks and Connections improvements? secondary property tax rate?
Answer: There is currently limited funding Answer: No. The sale of $225 million in
for Parks and Connections-related capital needs. General Obligation (GO) bonds under the Parks
Since the recession, due to a decline in sales tax and Connections program will not result in a
revenue and rising costs, the City has been unable secondary property tax increase. The City of
to make such a large investment to address these Tucson will issue new GO bonds as older bonds
capital needs while also funding other critical are retired, with the intent to keep the tax rate
needs and services. constant.
Question: Then why does the bond question
language say that it will increase the secondary
property tax rate?
Answer: State law requires the City to make a
disclosure statement in the bond language that
"the issuance of these bonds will result in a
property tax increase sufficient to pay the annual
debt service on bonds." This language in the bond
question satisfies the State requirement. Because
we will only issue these new bonds as the existing
GO bonds are retired, this bond will not result in
a secondary property tax increase.
For more information
Call: (520) 791-4204 Visit: tucsonaz.gov/parksbond Email: comments@tucsonaz.gov
13PROPOSITION 407
PARKS AND CONNECTIONS BOND
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (Continued)
Question: How were projects selected for the
Parks and Connections program?
Answer: The City of Tucson used the Tucson
Parks and Recreation System Master Plan, as well
as individual park master plans, to identify Parks
projects for Proposition 407. The Connections
projects make use of the City of Tucson Bicycle Question: Why are Parks and Recreation projects
Boulevard Master Plan, the Pima County Regional included in the same bond program as Connections
Trail System Master Plan, and previously vetted projects?
Pedestrian Safety and Walkability Projects, to
identify Connections projects. The development Answer: The Parks projects included in
of the master plans used a variety of methods to Proposition 407 are capital improvement
gather extensive community and stakeholder input. projects that respond to the community’s call for
reinvestment in existing facilities and investment
in expanded connectivity among existing parks
to neighborhoods. The Connections projects in
the plan were carefully selected to improve safety
and provide comfortable ways to travel to parks,
recreation centers, libraries, schools, transit
facilities, and to access The Loop.
Question: If approved by voters, can the
Proposition 407 funds be used for items not
described in the ballot language?
Question: If Proposition 407 is approved by
Answer: No. The money generated through voters, what about oversight and accountability for
Proposition 407 can only be used for Parks and Proposition 407 funding and projects?
Connections projects. A citizen's oversight
commission will examine the expenditures to Answer: A Parks and Connections Citizens’
ensure the funds are spent as directed by the Bond Oversight Commission will examine the
voters. expenditures to ensure the funds are spent as
directed by voters.
For more information
Call: (520) 791-4204 Visit: tucsonaz.gov/parksbond Email: comments@tucsonaz.gov
14PROPOSITION 407
PARKS AND CONNECTIONS BOND
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (Continued)
Question: Will the City be able to maintain the
new Parks projects proposed in this proposition
after they are completed?
Answer: Yes.
Most of the Parks projects in Proposition 407
reinvest in current Parks capital facilities and
equipment needs. Investment in new amenities
aligns with community needs outlined in the Parks
Master Plan, including greenways, sports fields,
splash pads, playgrounds, and shade structures.
Question: If Proposition 407 is approved by
voters, when can the community expect to see
improvements?
Answer: Because the City’s goal is to maintain
the current secondary tax at the existing rate, new
bonds will be issued in July 2020 as old bond debt
is retired. Prior to issuance, City staff will work
with community members to design upcoming
improvements.
For more information
Call: (520) 791-4204 Visit: tucsonaz.gov/parksbond Email: comments@tucsonaz.gov
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ARGUMENTS “FOR” PROPOSITION 407
(Arguments express the opinions of the authors and have not been checked for accuracy by any official agency.)
The members of the board of The Patrons of the Adaptive Recreation Center (PARC) strongly
urge you to vote “Yes” this November on Proposition 407. We know that improving the quality
and accessibility of our public parks and recreation facilities, as well as linear park connectivity
benefits ALL Tucsonans, including families with young children, teens, active adults, seniors,
and people with all levels of ability. These benefits include increased health and fitness, social
opportuniti es, a stronger sense of community, and a better quality of life.
The PARC Board is dedicated to creating and maintaining recreation opportunities not only
for persons with disabilities, but also for all members of the community in all neighborhoods.
In these trying times it is more important than ever to value the opportunities provided by
improved Parks and Recreation facilities and programs. For these reasons, we, the board
members of the Patrons of the Adaptive Recreation Center (PARC) urge you to Please
Support the Bond and vote YES on Proposition 407!
Patrons of the Adaptive Recreation Center (PARC) Board
Patricia Healy, President of PARC
Katherine Kretschmer, Treasurer of PARC
Paid for by Patrons of the Adaptive Recreation Center
Pima Council on Aging (PCOA) supports Proposition 407. In 2016, PCOA conducted a survey
of people 60 and older in Pima County, 65% of whom cited as a top concern being able to
live independently in their own homes and communities as they age. Access to resources,
exercise and recreational activities, and social activities are critical to aging well and remaining
independent, and social isolation is a major health concern for older adults. Proposition 407
renovates senior centers and neighborhood centers throughout the City of Tucson, offering
older people opportunities for socializing and exercise, which improve overall health and
quality of life. Among the improvement proposals, Proposition 407 enhances centers that
house community lunch programs funded by PCOA, including El Pueblo Senior Center, Armory
Park Senior Center, and Donna Liggins Senior Center. These major investments will include
increased lighting and security, new and renovated restroom facilities, exercise equipment,
and a new HVAC system. In total, Proposition 407 includes more than 140 projects that will
help older adults gain access to public resources and increase physical activities, including
improving paved pathways in parks, adding 22 pickle ball courts, and renovation of the Edith
Ball Adaptive Recreation Center at Reid Park. This proposition does not increase the current
tax burden for older adults in the City of Tucson, and supports Tucsonans of all ages in staying
connected to our community, healthy and active, benefiting us all today and for generations to
come.
W. Mark Clark, President & CEO
Lana Baldwin, VP of Philanthropy & Communications
Paid for by Pima Council on Aging
18The very quality of life for us and especially our children, is at stake when you vote for Prop 407.
• Tucson ranks 89t h out of America’s largest 100 cities based upon acreage, access, funding
and recreational amenities and sinks lower on the list every year. Trust for Public Land
• Three out of 10 children are obese and 53.3% of Pima County children from families living
under the Federal poverty level are overweight or obese. U.S. Department of Health &
Human Services
• Last year 135 Tucson kids were turned away from enrolling in a youth soccer program
because of inadequate field space. Tanque Verde Soccer Club DOC Jon Pearlman
Responsible citizens will vote yes on 407 to help get our kids, the future of our community, off the
couch and on the playing field to develop physical fitness, teamwork and leadership skills that
will stay with them for life.
The very health of our children benefits with a yes vote for 407.
Businesses looking to locate in Tucson look first to the quality of life its employees can expect.
The quality of our schools and parks and recreational programs top the list of factors considered.
The very health, vitality, and growth of our economy benefits with a yes vote for 407. Our parks
have been neglected far too long. Be a part of the solution. Vote yes on 407.
Ted A. Schmidt
Pima County Junior Soccer League President
Paid for by Pima County Junior Soccer League
Visit Tucson
If you want to enhance Tucson’s quality of life, we encourage you to vote YES on Proposition
407.
Our kids will benefit from splash pads, new and refurbished playgrounds with shade structures,
and enhanced sports fields. Families will enjoy new ramadas, greenways and shared-use
paths, along with pedestrian and bicycle safety improvements, and mobility upgrades.
Additionally, the installation of energy-efficient LED lighting and new irrigation systems will
lower parks’ utility and maintenance costs.
From a travel standpoint, the field and lighting investments associated with this bond package
will attract additional out-of-town teams to area tournaments associated with softball, tennis,
soccer and other field sports. Our Visit Tucson Sports division helped book events and activities
this past year that had a $24 million economic impact on metro Tucson. Several of those
operators used Tucson park facilities that would be upgraded as part of this package.
The City of Tucson has proven to be an outstanding steward of bond revenue, as evidenced by
the extra miles of local roads paved in its recent street bond initiative. We can count on more of
the same with this parks bond.
19Please help make Tucson an even better place to live, work, play and visit, by voting YES on
Proposition 407.
Brent DeRaad, President & Chief Executive Officer
Visit Tucson
Felipe Garcia, Executive Vice President
Visit Tucson
Paid for by Visit Tucson
Tucsonans deserve great parks AND safe, enjoyable ways for kids, families, and people
of all ages and abilities to access them. Prop 407 is our chance to make that happen.
It includes 53 different “connectivity” projects such as greenways, improved pedestrian
corridors, bicycle boulevards and protected bike lanes. Together, they’ll provide over 130
miles of enhancements across the city, creating safe and comfortable routes for people
walking and biking to parks as well as to common destinations like schools, grocery stores,
and restaurants.
While connections like these are vital to our mental and physical well-being, safety on our
streets is paramount. Last year 62 people lost their lives on Tucson’s streets and thousands
more were injured in traffic crashes, highlighting the need for our streets to be safer for
everyone that uses them, whether they drive, walk, bike, or ride the bus. In addition, our
air quality is diminishing, something that affects all of us, but especially youth and older
adults. Investing in quality public space through Prop 407 and providing people with
practical alternatives to driving improves our air quality, our health and well-being, and our
environment.
Never before has our city had the opportunity to fund these types of projects so quickly
and directly. Tucsonans have overwhelmingly expressed their desire for walkable, bikeable
neighborhoods, but there’s virtually no funding available to make that happen right now.
With Proposition 407, we can start to build a Tucson with vibrant and connected public
spaces for all to use and enjoy. Best of all, it comes at no additional cost to the people who
live here; it’s a small investment that will have tremendous benefit to our community - and
planet - now and for generations to come.
Living Streets Alliance
Emily Yetman, Executive Director
Gabriela Barillas-Longoria , Board Vice President
Paid for by Living Streets Alliance
20Tucson Medical Center recognizes we can best contribute to the health and well-being of the
community by looking beyond the walls of the hospital.
That’s why we encourage healthy exercise in a host of ways, from providing free bike
helmets for kids in need to sponsoring community running and cycling events.
Proposition 407 is a meaningful opportunity to improve many of Tucson’s public parks and
provide safe places for all to take part in physical activity, which will directly impact Tucson’s
long-term health and wellness.
Exercise helps combat growing rates of obesity, impacts chronic disease and helps stave off
cardiovascular problems.
Regular exercise also reduces the risk of diabetes- one of the most prevalent chronic
conditions identified in the Pima County Community Health Needs Assessment.
If the proposition passes, more children across the city will have access to lighted fields.
More families can cool off by running through splash pads. More adolescents will have safe
areas for baseball, soccer, basketball and other team sports.
New walking paths will create exercise opportunities for all skill levels and abilities. New
restrooms and renovated amenities make parks that much better. And enhanced security
features will provide the safety our community expects and deserves.
In addition, the improvements will beautify park locations and offer appealing venues for
social interaction, contributing to a sense of community as well as strong general health.
TMC is committed to helping our neighbors in the community develop healthy behaviors and
neighborhood parks are places that build public health.
Please join us in supporting a healthier Tucson by voting yes on Prop. 407.
Sincerely,
Judy Rich
President and CEO
Tucson Medical Center
Paid for by Tucson Medical Center
A great city deserves great parks-playgrounds with trees and shade, pools that are open to
the public, safe bikeways, greenways, and pathways that make people want to get out and
explore our city.
During the recession, Tucson’s parks department budget was slashed. Pools were closed
and badly needed improvements were postponed indefinitely.
Proposition 407 makes up for those lost years and gives us a parks system we can really be
proud of. Furthermore, it does so without raising taxes. How? By retiring old debt and µsing
that revenue for parks.
21Proposition 407 makes improvements at 100 city parks, including 23 new playgrounds, 21
new splash pads, 13 new sports fields, 3 new sports courts, and dozens more projects that
renovate existing facilities and/or extend their hours of operation-for example, adding shade
structures at 38 playgrounds and adding LED lighting at 51 sports fields. The thousands
of hours of additional capacity this creates for sports and active play give Tucsonans of all
ages more opportunities to be active and healthy.
Proposition 407 also creates bikeways, greenways, and pathways, with more than 17 miles
of new linear parks (one example is Arroyo Chico, connecting Reid Park to downtown) and
more than 120 miles of new sidewalks, low-stress bikeways, and shared-use pathways-
improving , bike and pedestrian safety as well as helping green and beautify our city.
Thanks to your support, we’ve invested $100 million in our streets-and we’re investing
$100 million more. We’re investing $150 million in our police and fire departments. On
streets, public safety-and now parks-that spending is subject to citizen oversight. That
oversight has shown that the city is spending the money as promised, responsibly.
To have great parks, we have to invest. Please, vote YES on Proposition 407.
Jonathan Rothschild
Mayor of Tucson
Paid for by Jonathan Rothschild
It’s time to invest in our quality of life in Tucson. Proposition 407 provides a unique opportunity
to revitalize and expand Tucson’s parks and recreational and sports facilities without raising
taxes. These infrastructure investments will be equitably distributed citywide.
Bond funds will refurbish aging park facilities, sports fields, and Neighborhood and Senior Cen-
ters. Walking and bike trails will be constructed to connect our parks so walkers and bicyclists can
move around the city safely.
Upon voter approval, the city will re-open public pools that were closed during the Great Re-
cession, and splash pads will be added to playgrounds.
Green open spaces will be developed, creating shade canopies by planting trees. Planned
efficiencies will emphasize environmental stewardship by reducing waste, conserving water
and using more efficient lighting.
With all these improvements Tucsonans of all ages will better enjoy the outdoors with family
and neighbors, swim, play sports, and keep physically fit.
A vibrant and welcoming park system will also contribute to our city’s economic develop-
ment. A study commissioned this year by the National Recreation and Park Association
emphasized the important supporting role that parks and recreational facilities play in recruiting
and retaining businesses and skilled workers. And under the city’s bond proposal, park and
recreation construction projects be will be competitively bid, providing work opportunities for
22local contractors and their employees.
All this is accomplished without raising tax rates. The City will obtain new bond funds by retiring
old bond debt in order to keep tax assessments stable at current levels. The result is $225
million in improvements citywide at no additional cost.
An independent citizen’s commission will be established to assure that bond funds are spent
as promised.
For a better tomorrow, please vote YES on Proposition 407.
Tom Warne Bruce Burke
Co-chairs, YES on 407 Committee
Paid for by YES on 407 Committee
For over 30 years the Tucson Parks Foundation and Tucson Parks Foundation Endowment
have supplemented the Tucson Parks Department with generous contributions from
individuals and businesses who share our mission of improving and enhancing Tucson’s
parks. We support proposition 407 because our children, families, seniors and community
deserve a vibrant park system.
Although we welcome public and private support, this funding is not nearly enough to meet
our communities needs.
During the recession, Parks and Recreation took deep financial hits so our police and fire
departments wouldn’t have to. Pools were closed. Parks were closed. Maintenance was
deferred. Our community suffered as a result. Ten years later, the effects of those hard
choices continue to have an impact on Tucson’s economic development and quality of life.
It’s time to reinvest in our parks!
We have a lot to do. The latest Trust for Public Land “ParkScore” ranking of the quality of
parks systems of the top 100 cities placed Tucson in 86th place. Tempe, Arizona, a city that
has made significant investment in their parks system, has climbed the rankings to 39th
place.
Proposition 407 will enhance the livability and connectability of Tucson and benefit all of us!
Tucsonans value their parks and community and this investment in ourselves will improve
the quality of life for those of us who call Tucson home and for future Tucsonans as well.
23Dane Woll
President, Tucson Parks Foundation
Carol L. Ciasca
Treasurer, Tucson Parks Foundation
Clague Van Slyke, III
President, Tucson Parks Foundation Endowment
Kerry DuFour
Secretary, Tucson Parks Foundation Endowment
Paid for by Tucson Parks Foundation and Tucson Parks Foundation Endowment
Like reliable electricity, our community’s parks are easy to take for granted.
Many of us simply assume that our local parks and greenways will be properly maintained,
just as we expect the lights to come on whenever we flip a switch. But these expectations
cannot be met without adequate investment in our community’s “green” infrastructure.
As President and Chief Executive Officer of Tucson Electric Power, I know how important it
is to build, maintain and operate the system infrastructure that makes safe, reliable service
possible. That’s why I’m urging you to vote yes on Proposition 407, which provides the
same critical support for our community’s parks.
The bond measure will generate $225 million that will be spent directly on city parks,
pedestrian and bicycle safety improvements and additional connectivity to community
resources. The measure will not require an increase in property taxes for City of Tucson
residents and business owners.
Properly maintained public parks are also critical to our economic development efforts. As
Chairman of Sun Corridor, I know that Tucson’s quality of life has been a key selling point
for companies looking to relocate here or expand existing operations. Proposition 407 will
help ensure the preservation of the parks and public spaces that promote a healthy lifestyle
and a healthy economy.
Please vote yes on Proposition 407. It’s a positive investment in our community and our
future.
David G. Hutchens
President and Chief Executive Officer
Paid for by Tucson Electric Power
End of Arguments "For" Proposition 407
(Arguments express the opinions of the authors and have not been checked for accuracy by any official agency.)
24ARGUMENT “AGAINST” PROPOSITION 407
(Arguments express the opinions of the authors and have not been checked for accuracy by any official agency.)
Actions speak louder than words. If you want to know whether you can trust what a
person says, judge them by their actions.
Tucson’s upcoming Parks Bond election is a good place to start. The city promises to
deliver a number of park projects in an open, honest and transparent process. So can we
believe these promises? Look to some of our city’s recent actions to answer that question.
• The city allowed a developer to illegally divert stormwater off of their new subdivision,
resulting in the flooding of adjacent homes.
• They conducted a series of closed-door meetings to consider selling a portion of
Randolph golf course to private developers to build more retail space. They did this
in spite of the fact that we have a shortage of public green space and a glut of empty
commercial properties.
• They granted a rezoning to an attorney, even though that attorney had illegally
amended the affected neighborhood plan.
• They promised a neighborhood a portion of their RTA monies to use for green space,
and then they signed away that money to the RTA.
• Despite repeated warnings, they are considering breaching the side of an
Army Corp of Engineers basin, exposing all downstream properties to the
potential for flooding.
The Parks Bond package may have much-needed elements that benefit a broad area of
our city. The key question is whether we can trust our officials to actually stand by their
promises.
Until I see a real change in how our government treats its citizens, I cannot support this
bond package. Actions speak louder than words, and our government’s actions show that
their promises of honesty, integrity and transparency are meaningless.
Colette Altaffe
Paid for by Colette Altaffe
End of Arguments "Against" Proposition 407
(Arguments express the opinions of the authors and have not been checked for accuracy by any official agency.)
25NOTES 26
PROPOSITION 408
OFFICIAL BALLOT FORMAT
PROPOSITION/PROPOSICIÓN 408
PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE TUCSON CITY CHARTER, SUBMITTED BY
THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL AS A REFERRED MEASURE, EXTENDING THE
TERMS OF THE CURRENT MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS BY ONE YEAR
AND, BEGINNING IN 2020, HOLDING EVEN-YEAR PRIMARY AND GENER-
AL ELECTIONS FOR THE OFFICES OF MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS, IN
PLACE OF THE CURRENT ODD-YEAR PRIMARY AND GENERAL ELECTIONS.
A “YES” vote shall have the effect of extending the terms of the current Mayor and
Councilmembers by one year and, beginning in 2020, holding even-year primary
and general elections for the offices of Mayor and Councilmembers, in place of the
current odd-year primary and general elections for those offices.
A “NO” vote shall have the effect of rejecting even-year primary and general elec-
tions for the offices of Mayor and Councilmembers, and retaining the current system
of holding odd-year primary and general elections for those offices.
_____YES
_____NO
SAMPLE BALLOT
PROPOSITION 408
PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE TUCSON CHARTER, CHAPTER XVI, SUB-
MITTED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL AS A REFERRED MEASURE, EXTEND-
ING THE TERMS OF THE CURRENT MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS BY ONE
YEAR AND, BEGINNING IN 2020, PROVIDING FOR EVEN-YEAR PRIMARY AND
GENERAL ELECTIONS FOR THE OFFICES OF MAYOR AND COUNCILMEM-
BERS, IN PLACE OF THE CURRENT ODD-YEAR ELECTIONS.
Official Title
PROPOSING AN AMENDMENT TO THE TUCSON CHARTER, CHAPTER XVI, TO
EXTEND THE TERMS OF THE CURRENT MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS BY
ONE YEAR AND, BEGINNING IN 2020, PROVIDE FOR EVEN-YEAR PRIMARY
AND GENERAL ELECTIONS FOR THE OFFICES OF MAYOR AND COUNCIL-
MEMBERS, IN PLACE OF THE CURRENT ODD-YEAR ELECTIONS.
Descriptive Title
EXTENDING THE TERMS OF THE CURRENT MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS
BY ONE YEAR AND, BEGINNING IN 2020, PROVIDING FOR EVEN-YEAR PRI-
MARY AND GENERAL ELECTIONS FOR THE OFFICES OF MAYOR AND COUN-
CILMEMBERS, IN PLACE OF THE CURRENT ODD-YEAR ELECTIONS.
27PROPOSITION 408
ORIGINAL AND AMENDED TEXT
Chapter XVI. ELECTIONS
Sec. 2. Date of primary elections; general laws regarding nominations adopted.
Primary elections under this Charter shall be held on the third Tuesday in September tenth
Tuesday before the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November of each year in which a general
election for the offices of mayor and councilmen councilmembers, or councilmen councilmembers
only, shall be held as hereinafter provided in this chapter. The provisions of the general laws of the
State of Arizona relating to and governing primary elections and the nomination of elective officers,
whether by primary or certificate of nomination (being the whole of title 16, Arizona Revised
Statutes, 1956, and each and every provision of said title with all amendments and supplements
thereto) applicable to a city of the population and the class of this city, shall apply and govern the
holding of primaries and nominations of elective officers. The mayor and council shall have power
to make any further and additional provisions relating to primaries and nominations of officers
not repugnant or contrary to the provisions of the constitution and the laws of the state or any
amendments and supplements thereto.
Sec. 3. Date of general elections; terms; oath of officers.
The municipal general election shall be held on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in
November of each election year as provided in section 4 of this chapter, except during the year
1962 when the municipal general election shall be held on the third Tuesday of November. The
terms of the mayor and members of the council shall commence at 10:00 a.m. on the first Monday
in December following their election and, except as otherwise provided in this chapter, shall be
for four (4) years and until their successors are elected and qualified. Each officer so elected shall
take and subscribe to his oath of office as in this chapter provided.
Sec. 4. Terms of mayor and councilmen councilmembers staggered.
The incumbents of said offices as of November, 2018 shall serve their respective elected
terms and, in addition thereto, the mayor and three (3) councilmen councilmembers having terms
expiring on the first Monday of May, 1961 December, 2019, shall be continued in office until the
first Monday in December, 1961 2020, and the three (3) councilmen councilmembers having terms
expiring on the first Monday of May, 1962 December 2021, shall be continued in office until the first
Monday of December, 1962 2022. Anything in this chapter to the contrary notwithstanding:
(a) In 1961 2020 there shall be elected a mayor and three (3) councilmen councilmembers
for a term of two four (24) years, which terms shall expire at 10:00 a.m. on the first Monday in
December, 1963 2024;
(b) In 1962 2022 there shall be elected three (3) councilmen councilmembers for a term of
three four (34) years, which terms shall expire at 10:00 a.m. on the first Monday in December,
1965 2026;
(c) In the year 1963 when the said terms provided in (a) hereof shall expire there shall be held
elections under the provisions of this chapter at which there shall be elected a mayor and three (3)
councilmen to fill the offices expiring on the first Monday in December, 1963; and
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