Hello downtown friends -
This is an exciting CEO Update announcing the release of the Downtown Tucson Partnership (DTP) Annual Report. DTP's Annual Report shares our accomplishments with downtown stakeholders and the greater Tucson community.
Today, September 15, marks the first day of National Hispanic Heritage Month, paying tribute to the generations of Hispanic Americans who have positively influenced and enriched our nation and society. Locally, Visit Tucson's ¡Viva Tucson! campaign highlights Tucson's deep-rooted Hispanic heritage through the promotion of events, inspiring stories, people and more. See below to read about two standout Latina-owned businesses that anchor Stone Avenue.
Also, today is Park(ing) Day, featuring temporary activations and a sneak peek at the new bike lane planned for Stone Avenue as part of the City's Complete Streets initiative. Read more about all of these exciting celebrations, announcements and events below.
See you downtown,
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Kathleen Eriksen, President & CEO
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DTP Releases FY 22/23 Annual Report
The DTP is proud to share our FY 22/23 Annual Report. The report highlights the fiscal year's top accomplishments including the City of Tucson's renewal of the downtown Business Improvement District and Enhanced Services Agreement for an additional five years; fundraising; Ronstadt Transit Center Taskforce; On-Street Marketing Campaign; CEO Update; Clean & Safe; and Holiday Promotions.
The report also features the progress DTP made in the first year of its new strategic plan, in addition to DTP’s daily enhanced services. Read the full Annual Report and Strategic Plan Year One Accomplishments by clicking the buttons below.
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HAPPENING NOW: Park(ing) Day 2023
The DTP is participating in Park(ing) Day 2023, happening on Stone Avenue between Alameda and Pennington Streets today, September 15, from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Join us for games, pop-up food vendors, pollinator pocket parks, a protected bike lane demonstration and review the 30% design plans for the Stone Avenue Complete Street project. DTP is activating two parklet spaces with ping pong, giant chess, giant jenga, corn hole, hammocks, and swag giveaways! The Tucson Park(ing) Day is organized by Arizona Chapter ASLA Southern Section, University of Arizona Student Chapter ASLA, Wheat Design Group, and the City of Tucson Department of Transportation and Mobility.
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Stone Avenue Complete Street Open House
The City of Tucson is seeking public input for the Stone Avenue Complete Street project, which will connect people to major downtown destinations via the construction of a protected bike lane. The project will extend the existing 2-way protected bike lane south from Alameda Street through downtown to Ochoa Street. An open house is scheduled for Thursday, October 5, from 4:00-5:45 p.m. at the Joel D. Valdez Main Library lower level (101 N. Stone Avenue), to review the 30% design plans. Stop by any time during the open house to learn more.
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¡Viva Tucson! A Hispanic Heritage Month Fiesta
Visit Tucson and Pima County invite you to celebrate Tucson’s amazing history, culture, and heritage with ¡Viva Tucson! For a second year, Hispanic Heritage Month will unveil an array of cultural events each week from September 15 to October 15. Our home is your home! ¡Mi Casa es tu Casa! Local community partners will host concerts, art exhibitions, markets, and an internationally recognized food scene to explore daily. Explore Hispanic Heritage Month events, inspiring stories, local business specials and more here.
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Tucson Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Tucson Hispanic Chamber and Telemundo will soon release the 2023 Hispanic Market Outlook Report. In this report, the Hispanic Chamber will provide relevant data, analytics and incredible insights that will help engage the fast-growing southern Arizona Hispanic population, now and into the future. DTP is proud to support the Hispanic Market Outlook + Mercadito event happening on Thursday, September 21, at the Tucson Convention Center. Learn more about the Tucson Hispanic Chamber here, and stay tuned for the Hispanic Market Outlook Report in a future CEO Update.
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The Little One
Started in 1985 by Suzanna Davila and her father Luis Davila, Cafe Poca Cosa led the legacy of what The Little One is today. Currently, Marcela Davila-Barley, one of Luis' daughters, runs The Little One. She often gives back to the community through in-kind donations of her clientele and devotes herself to running a restaurant with healthy, fresh and delicious southwest cuisine in large portions with many vegetarian options. For the duration of Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 - October 15), The Little One is offering a Downtown Employee Discount: FREE DRINK with the purchase of a meal (does not include a la carte items). The Little One (151 N. Stone Avenue) is currently open Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
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Bombolé & Ike's Coffee and Tea
Bombolé is the creation of Jackie Sharma, who has fused Latin and Indian flavors in tasty empanadas with refreshing teas and lemonades. She was born in Honduras and moved to Tucson at the age of 17. Her husband's family is of Indian descent and her passion for cooking has grown into what Bombolé is today. Jackie has also owned neighboring Ike's Coffee and Tea for many years and continues to run these businesses alongside her husband. At Ike's, you can find bakery treats and breakfast, grab-and-go empanadas from Bombolé, a lunch menu of fresh sandwiches and salads, and unique and classic coffee drinks and teas made by the baristas at Ike's Coffee and Tea. Both businesses are located at 100 N. Stone Avenue on the ground floor of the Pioneer Building.
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Hispanic Heritage Month - ¡Viva Tucson!
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with these free outdoor celebrations located in the courtyard at the Pima County Historic Courthouse, provided by Pima County and Visit Tucson/Vamos a Tucson.
- Sept. 15, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Maximiliano Larrea, Tango Guitarist and free agua frescas from Antojo Poblano
- Sept. 22, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Diana Olivares & Salma Diaz of Las Azaleas Mariachis
- Sept. 22, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m., Cooking demonstration with Chef Maria Mazon, BOCA Tacos y Tequila and SONA Tortillas, and Chef Ambassador Rod LeDesma, PY Steakhouse at Casino del Sol
- Sept. 29, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m., “Mexican Americans Recall a Southwestern Past,” presentation by Consul Rafael Barcelo Durazo, Turquoise Room
- Sept. 29, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Richard Noel and Dereck Ayum, Latin/Caribbean Music
- Oct. 6, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Angelina Ramirez, Misael Barraza-Diaz, and Diana Schaible, Flamenco Music and Dance
- Oct. 6, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Tamale tasting with Flores Family
A full list of local events honoring Hispanic Heritage Month can be found here.
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Upcoming Events
Click here to view the Weekend Report and save the dates for these upcoming festivals and events!
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