The meeting included an executive session to discuss ongoing negotiations with the Union Pacific Railroad regarding city projects. The Council also reviewed a pilot program to close Congress Street to vehicle traffic on Halloween to improve pedestrian safety and downtown accessibility. Furthermore, the Department of Transportation and Mobility presented information on pedestrian-oriented street models, ongoing downtown revitalization efforts, and federal grant funding for safe streets initiatives.
Apr 7, 2026·
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The council discussed proposed amendments to the city's commercial rainwater harvesting ordinance, including strategies to improve landscape water capture, the prioritization of native Tucson basin plants, and the expansion of the ordinance to include previously excluded property types such as schools, parks, and religious institutions. The council also addressed the need for local architect and engineer training regarding these new standards and moved to amend the current ordinance based on the provided recommendations.
