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Welcome to Tucson ................................................. 6 Chamber C onnection ..............................................8 Newcomer Information ....................................... 10 Demographics .......................................................12 C ommunities ...........................................................14 Business Portfolio .............................................. 16 Education................................................................22 Health Care ...........................................................28 Lifestyle .................................................................34 Advertiser Index .................................................. 38

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Welcome

TO TUCSON

Amber Smith President & CEO

Jonathan Rothschild Mayor

Tucson is a special place to call home.

Founded in 1775, Tucson is a vibrant community, rich in history and culture that encompasses a unique blend of Native American, Spanish, Mexican and AngloAmerican influences. Tucson has a friendly, caring and laid-back atmosphere, combined with the innovation and energy of a metropolitan region. Recognized as one of America’s 10 Best Small Cities, Resonance described Tucson as, “Youthful, delicious and ambitious, Arizona’s second city has never been hotter.”

Surrounded by beautiful mountains, colorful Sonoran Desert landscape and majestic saguaro cacti, Tucson is blessed with some of nature’s best work. Tucson is known for its bright blue skies, and with more than 310 sunny days per year, Tucson’s fantastic weather lets residents enjoy the outdoors year-round.

If world-class dining is what you crave, our UNESCO World City of Gastronomy offers an endless variety of dining experiences and boasts the Best 23 Miles of Mexican Food. If you’re looking to have some

fun, you won’t have to look far. Tucson has an abundance of outdoor and recreational activities, community festivals, sporting events, arts and cultural attractions, a vibrant downtown, exciting nightlife and activities for the whole family.

Tucson has much to offer in educational and career opportunities.

Tucson is home to the University of Arizona, a premier research institution, as well as high schools that rank highly at both state and national levels. Jobs are growing in the Tucson area and unemployment is below the national average. Tucson has a diverse business community with key industries such as aerospace and defense, bioscience, optics, manufacturing, health care and business services that are leading our region in growth.

Tucson’s population is growing rapidly. The low cost of living and diversity in housing choices are very attractive to residents. Whether you want to be close to Tucson’s urban downtown or settle in one of the suburban communities, such as Oro Valley, Marana, Sahuarita or Vail, you will feel right at home.

We invite you to use this guide to learn more about our great city.

You can also find more information at tucsonchamber.org or tucsonaz.gov.

Amber Smith President & CEO Tucson Metro Chamber

Jonathan Rothschild Mayor City of Tucson

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Tucson ranks among the Top 100 Cities in the World – Best Cities

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Helping the community plug in to available resources, the Tucson Metro Chamber keeps members connected.

In fact, the Chamber is the connector of leaders and inf luencers, a catalyst for business growth and a champion for a stronger community.

The Tucson Metro Chamber is made up of 1,500 companies and associations, with approximately 70 percent of those members being small businesses. The Chamber champions for its members to develop a sound economic environment where businesses can be successful and jobs created. The Chamber achieves these goals by representing local businesses at the local, state and federal levels of government, supporting businessfriendly initiatives and promoting the metro area.

And for those looking to know more about the community where they live, work and play, the Chamber hosts numerous events throughout

the year. These events help members make new contacts, gain exposure for their products and services, connect with local community leaders as well as forge long-lasting professional relationships.

The Chamber also is a strong proponent of workforce development and talent attraction and retention.

Helping individuals become workforce ready, the Chamber is leading workforce development efforts connecting students with internship opportunities, identifying employer needs and fostering vital collaboration between educators and private sector businesses and partners.

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further, the Chamber also helps business leaders stay ahead of trends and skills needed while also building future leaders.

One way they do this is by leading the Emerging Leaders Council and working with the Greater Tucson Leadership program.

Investing in Chamber membership enables members to have a strong support system and achieve together what cannot be done alone, such as advocacy. The Chamber supports public policy measures that promote economic expansion: promoting pro-business legislation, funding for education and career and technical courses and working throughout the entire region on longterm business sustainability issues like infrastructure improvements.

The Chamber also ensures that its

members’ interests are represented in elections by evaluating public office candidates, promoting elected officials that support local business and ensuring all goals are met through the political action committee.

Likewise, the Chamber represents members at city council and county board meetings, schedules business leaders to speak at these meetings and hosts public policy forums all in an effort to grow public/private partnerships.

With the majority of members being small businesses, the Chamber boasts several resources for these companies to succeed, including an online help desk, monthly workshops, member roundtables and a diverse number of events hosting 15-1,000

business-minded individuals. Each year the Chamber also shines the spotlight on Southern Arizona’s local small businesses, honoring them for excellence and achievements at the Copper Cactus Awards ceremony.

On top of that, the Chamber is the place to turn for tools that help small businesses and startups meet their goals.

The Chamber will always be the champion for businesses, as growing business builds the community. p By Sarah Lancaster

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The C hamber wil l always be t he champion for businesses, as gr owing business builds t he community.

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Information State of Arizona ................................ (520) 628-6300 www.az.gov, www.azleg.gov Pima County........................................(520) 724-9999 http://webcms.pima.gov/ City of Tucson ......................................(520) 791-4911 www.tucsonaz.gov City of South Tucson............................(520) 792-2424 www.southtucson.org Town of Marana ..................................(520) 382-1999 www.marana.com Town of Oro Valley ..............................(520) 229-4700 www.orovalleyaz.gov Town of Sahuarita ...............................(520) 822-8800 www.sahuaritaaz.gov

Voter Registration

Pima County Recorder’s Office ............(520) 740-4350 www.recorder.pima.gov

Electricity

To report downed power lines: 911 Tucson Electric Power .........................(520) 623-7711 www.tep.com Trico Electric Cooperative ....................(520) 744-2944 www.trico.coop

Xfinty..............

(800) 934-6489 www.xfinity.com

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Newcomer

Tucson named the “Hippest City” in Arizona – The Daily Meal

AT&T Services .................................. www.att.com

(480) 444-4531

Natural Gas

Newspapers

Water/Sewage & Trash

Tucson Local Media.............................(520) 797-4384 www.tucsonlocalmedia.com

Cable/Phone/Internet

Arizona Bilingual Spanish Newspaper .........................................(520) 305-4110 www.azbilingual.com

Southwest Gas Corporation ................(520) 889-1888 www.swgas.com For information on water, trash and sewage services in your area check with your local municipality.

CenturyLink .........................................(520) 838-3000 www.centurylink.com Cox Communications ..........................(520) 867-7470 www.cox.com

The Arizona Daily Star .........................(800) 695-4492 www.tucson.com

Vehicle Registration & Emissions

Arizona Motor Vehicle Division...........(520) 629-9808 www.servicearizona.com

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Road Conditions

Pepper-Viner Companies.....................(520) 721-7964 www.pepperviner.com

Goldsmith Real Estate..........................(520) 219-3100 www.goldsmithtucson.com

Airport

Richmond American Homes of Arizona, Inc......................................(520) 544-2700 www.richmondamerican.com/tucson

Keller Williams - The Apex Team Terry Ayers............................................(808) 780-5816 www.apexaz.com

TRS Custom Builders, Inc....................... (520) 722-805 www.trsbuilders.com

Long Realty Company..........................(520) 888-8844 www.longrealty.com

Manufactured/ Mobile Homes Desert Pueblo Mobile Home Park.......(520) 889-9557 www.desertpueblo.com

MAS Real Estate Services.....................(520) 888-5127 www.masrealestateservices.com/

Arizona Road Conditions..................................... 511 or ................................................(888) 411-ROAD (7623) Tucson International Airport................(520) 573-8100 www.flytucson.com

Library

Pima County Public Library.................(520) 791-4010 For a full listing of public libraries, visit www.library.pima.gov

Pet Licensing

Pima Animal Care Center.....................(520) 243-5900 www.pimaanimalcare.org

Child Care

Child Care Resource & Referral............(800) 308-9000 www.azchildcare.org

Adult Aging Services

Pima Council on Aging........................(520) 790-7262 www.pcoa.org/

Visitor Information

Visit Tucson...........................................(800) 638-8350 www.visittucson.org

Relocation Services

For a list of Chamber members that provide relocation services, visit www.tucsonchamber.org/directory

Apartments/ Condominiums/Rental Services

Bancroft & Associates..........................(520) 881-4884 www.bancroftrents.com Blue Agave Apartments.......................(520) 884-8279 www.blueagaveapartments.com Cabo del Sol Apartments.....................(520) 807-2990 www.cabodelsolapartments.com Grindstone Property Management.....(520) 838-0562 www.grindstonemgmt.com HSL Properties, Inc...............................(520) 322-6994 www.hslproperties.com

Fairview Manor....................................(520) 888-1502 www.equitylifestyle.com Pantano Vista/Harrison Hills Mobile Home Park...............................(520) 886-4554 www.pantanovista.com Trails West Manufactured Home Park �����(520) 574-0298 Real Estate - Commercial & Investment 4-D Properties, LLP..............................(520) 325-9600

Re/Max Excalibur.................................(520) 461-1255 www.excaliburrealestate.com Realty Executives Tucson.....................(520) 877-4940 www.realtyexecutives.com The Property Partners..........................(520) 352-9005 www.PropertyPartnersAZ.com Tierra Antigua Realty...........................(520) 544-2335 www.tierraantigua.com Tucson Association of Realtors............(520) 327-4218 www.tucsonrealtors.org

Ashland Group....................................... (520) 293-900 www.ashlandgroup.net

Storage & Moving 7A Budget Mini Storage......................(520) 623-1414

Bourn Companies................................(520) 323-1005 www.bourncompanies.com

Ajo Kinney Super Storage....................(520) 883-6333 www.storagetucson.com

CBRE, Inc..............................................(520) 323-5100 www.cbre.com/tucson

Bekins Moving Solutions.....................(520) 790-4601 www.bekins.com/

Commercial Retail Advisors, LLC.........(520) 290-3200 www.cradvisorsllc.com

Citizens Transfer & Storage Co., Inc......(520) 623-6301 www.citizenstransfer.com

Cushman & Wakefield | PICOR.............(520) 748-7100 www.picor.com

EZ Move...............................................(520) 808-0347 www.e-zmoveonline.com

Holualoa Companies............................(520) 615-1094 www.holualoa.com

Horizon Moving & Logistics.................(520) 747-1400 www.horizonmoving.com

Mark Irvin Commercial Real Estate Services, LLC..............................(520) 620-1833 www.markirvin.com

Mobile Mini..........................................(520) 628-1624 www.mobilemini.com

Lake Investment Group........................(520) 320-5075 www.lakkeproperties.com

MSW Development Services, Inc........(520) 884-8843

MEB Management Services................(520) 620-1640 www.mebapts.com

Ralph’s Moving and Storage................(520) 622-6461 www.ralphstransfer.com

Real Estate Services

APL Properties, LLC..............................(520) 747-7899 www.aplpro.com

Silverbell Self Storage at Sunset Ranch.......................................(520) 883-6333 www.silverbellstorage.com

Starrview at Starr Pass.........................(520) 388-9811 www.starrviewapartments.com

Backus Realty.......................................(520) 647-0030 www.backusrealty.com

The Nordstrom Group, Inc....................(520) 299-5850 www.nordstromgroup.com

Bidegain Realty, Inc.............................(520) 886-9877 www.bidegainrealty.com

U-Haul Moving & Storage at Automall..........................................(520) 575-5373 www.uhaul.com

Home Builders

Desert Luna Realty...............................(520) 409-1690 www.desertlunarealty.com

Meritage Homes..............................(520) 225-6808 www.meritagehomestucson.com Lennar..................................................(520) 747-0997 www.lennar.com

Wildcat Storage....................................(520) 903-1960 www.wildcatstorage.net

EMS Realty, Inc....................................(520) 544-2727 www.emsrealty.com Foothills Properties..............................(520) 299-2100 www.tucsonfoothills.com www.tucsonchamber.org 11

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Population (2016)

Greater Tucson Area .............................................. 1,010,030

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Educational Attainment (2012-2016) High school graduate or higher, 25 years old+ ....... 84.4% Bachelor’s degree or higher, 25 years old+ ............ 25.8%

Income (2012-2016)

Median Household Income ...................................$37,973

Owner-occupied housing unit rate ........................................... 48.7% Median value of owner-occupied housing ....................................... $132,200 Sources: Sperling’s Best Places, U.S. Census and Visit Tucson

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Nestled quaintly in Southern Arizona, Tucson is home to a wide variety of people, businesses, arts and cultures. The metro area spans even farther with just over 1 million residents. What started out as an Indian village tens of thousands of years ago has transcended into a 21st century metropolis, capitalizing on more than 310 days of sunshine, alive with job opportunities, a wealth of products and services, entertainment and innovation, with welcoming people.

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Eclectic Downtown Downtown Tucson offers an abundance of activities, businesses, delicious restaurants, artwork and nightlife. Best of all, the Tucson Streetcar offers transit to and from many destinations downtown with affordable fares connecting you to the University of Arizona. Downtown is made up of four districts, each boasting a dose of culture and unique flair.

Everything anyone could possibly dream up can most likely be found in Tucson’s eclectic downtown.

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For outdoor aficionados, Tucson is THE

place to be. Situated along the Sonoran Desert, five mountain ranges encompass the area creating hiking trails for all levels. Likewise, nearly 1,000 miles of bike paths placed Tucson on Bicycling magazine’s top cycling cities in the nation for multiple years. Golfers also have their share of greens from which to choose, with more than 40 courses throughout metro Tucson. For a game of golf with a twist, try Topgolf Tucson. The Chuck Huckelberry Loop is a system of paved pathways that are ideal for biking, horseback riding, walking or skating.

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Diversity in Education The Tucson metro area has worldrenowned colleges and universities, and public, private and charter schools that prepare students, no matter the age, for the workplace and beyond. Home to two high schools that rank in the top five nationally, Arizona’s policy allowing school choice enables parents to choose the school culture that fits their family.

Once students graduate high school, and for adults looking to earn a degree, they have access to the University of Arizona and Pima Community College.

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Access to Quality Health Care When residents are feeling under the weather, they have access to some of the best physicians, specialists and nurses in the nation. From emergencies and surgeries to maternity and pediatrics, hospitals and clinics throughout the region provide patients with exceptional medical treatment. The University of Arizona and Banner University Medical Center have formed a partnership for research and teaching up-and-coming medical professionals. The University of Arizona Cancer Center gives those battling various forms of cancer a place to seek treatment close to home.

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Affordable Diverse Housing

The Tucson area is known as one of the most affordable places to live on the West Coast. Speaking of living, Tucson boasts great curb appeal and diversity in home lifestyles. Residents can choose an urban lifestyle downtown or live on several acres in the metro area. Renters and homeowners will find apartments, a diversified range of single-family abodes and condos all within price range, no matter the budget or style.

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Looking for a unique find or the latest food trends? Twenty-three miles of Mexican food is just one example of how Tucson embraces food. Foodies in search

of a nice sit-down meal, or something on the go, have their pick of American, Mexican, Italian and, of course, Southwest fare, among many others.

The foodie craze is so alive and well in Tucson that UNESCO designated the locale as a World City of Gastronomy.

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Southwest, including Native American, Spanish, Mexican and American heritages. The arts are also appreciated throughout the metro area. In fact, American Style Magazine ranked the city as No. 20 of its top 25 arts destinations list for big cities, and the Wall Street Journal has named it a mini mecca for the arts.

These accolades are all bestowed with good reason, as Tucson boasts more than 200 artistic groups, over 30 regional museums and its own ballet, theater, opera and symphony companies.

appreciates and supports its troops.

The U.S. Border Patrol’s Tucson sector monitors more than 200 miles along the border.

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In 2017, Tucson was designated as a IFEA World Festival and Event City and with good reason. This honor is bestowed to communities that show the best leadership, and festival and event partnerships. There is never a shortage of ways to spend some down time in greater Tucson. Most weekends (and some weekdays) have events and festivals taking place. World-renowned events such as the La Fiesta de los Vaqueros Rodeo, Tucson Gem and Mineral Show and El Tour de Tucson bring visitors from all parts of the world. Specially themed events during holidays, parades, street fairs and celebrations of Tucson’s culture are just a sample of the hundreds of events that people flock to each year.

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Sense of Community

Home to the DavisMonthan Air Force Base, the 162nd Fighter Wing of the Arizona Air National Guard and Western Army Aviation Training Site, the Tucson metro area

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Business Portfolio

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In order to sustain long-term economic growth, a community must continue to change with the times. The Tucson metro area is experiencing a wealth of growth and innovation across many sectors, including aerospace and defense, mining, technology, manufacturing and health care.

Tucson is extremely military friendly and a hub for aerospace and defense industries. In fact, the region is home to Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Fort Huachuca and the 162nd Fighter Wing of the Arizona National Guard.

After nearly a decade, Tucson’s industrial market is nearing where it was prior to the recession. This can be seen in the warehouse, distribution, manufacturing and aerospace and defense sectors especially.

Raytheon, which specializes in defense, civil government and cybersecurity, is currently expanding in Tucson, while Amazon recently announced its plans to open a facility

at the Port of Tucson. The 850,000 square-foot-plus-facility brings 1,500 jobs to Tucson. These employees will pack and ship small items, such as books and electronics, among others.

Moreover, Caterpillar relocated its regional headquarters to Tucson, bringing with it 600 executive jobs. On top of that, Hexagon, an international mining tech firm, relocated its North American headquarters to downtown Tucson, giving the city a jolt in economic prosperity.

Health care is also blossoming in this portion of Southern Arizona, as Community Health Systems and Northwest Medical Center are

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looking to recruit top talent in the area. Likewise, Geico is constructing a new regional office in Tucson, which will add 700 positions.

In order to sustain this momentum, and recruit even more business, community stakeholders must remain involved. As one of the top-ranked research institutions in the nation, the University of Arizona ensures that it’s on the cutting-edge of the latest trends in bioscience and technology. Tucson is home to two of the most innovative bioscience entities in the nation.

Critical Path Institute participates in research and educational programs that assist the Food and Drug Administration with developing safe new drugs. BIO5 partners with scientists from a variety of fields to solve significant biological issues.

Moreover, Tech Parks Arizona creates the “Interactive Ground” that generates, attracts and retains technology companies and talent in alignment with the research, mission and goals of the University of Arizona (UA). Tech Parks Arizona directs the UA Tech Park at Rita Road, a 1,345 acre campus, and is developing the UA Tech Park at The Bridges, a 65 acre campus off Kino Blvd and 36th Street. The tech parks offer assistance with product development and business incubation, a lab, office facilities and access to the

Largest Employers University of Arizona ............................................................................................. 11,251 Raytheon Missile Systems ....................................................................................... 9,600 State of Arizona ....................................................................................................... 8,500 Davis-Monthan Air Force Base ................................................................................. 8,580 Pima County ............................................................................................................ 7,060 Tucson Unified School District ................................................................................. 6,770 Banner - University Medical Center ......................................................................... 6,272 U.S. Customs and Border Protection ........................................................................ 5,739 Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold Inc. ................................................................... 5,530 Walmart .................................................................................................................. 5,500 Source: Visit Tucson Major Industry Sectors (Number in thousands – March 2018) Total nonfarm .......................................................................................................... 383.8 Mining and logging...................................................................................................... 1.7 Construction............................................................................................................... 16.5 Manufacturing ........................................................................................................... 24.3 Trade, transportation, and utilities ............................................................................. 61.0 Information.................................................................................................................. 5.3 Financial activities...................................................................................................... 17.7 Professional and health services ................................................................................ 66.2 Leisure and hospitality ............................................................................................... 45.6 Other services ............................................................................................................ 13.1 Government ............................................................................................................... 80.2 Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

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BUSINESS

RESOURCES

Arizona Commerce Authority (602) 845-1200 www.azcommerce.com Arizona Corporation Commission (602) 542-3026 www.azcc.gov Arizona Secretary of State (602) 542-6187 www.azsos.gov Better Business Bureau of Southern Arizona (520) 888-5353 www.bbb.org/tucson City of Tucson Economic Development (520) 837-4100 https://www.tucsonaz.gov Consumer Information and Complaints (602) 542-5025 https://www.azag.gov Desert Angels (520) 327-7420 www.desertangels.org Pima County Economic Development (520) 724-8450 https://webcms.pima.gov

Pima Community College Small Business Development Center (520) 206-6355 http://pccsbdc.azsbdc.net/

Town of Sahuarita (520) 822-8800 http://sahuaritaaz.gov/248/Business-Regulatory-Licenses

Small Business Administration (602) 745-7200 www.sba.gov/offices/district/az/phoenix

State of Arizona (602) 255-3381 www.azdor.gov/Business/LicensingGuide.aspx

SCORE (520) 505-3636 http://scoretucson.org/

Pima County http://webcms.pima.gov/business/running_a_business/licensing_and_permitting/

UA Map Dashboard (520) 621-2155 https://mapazdashboard.arizona.edu/

EMPLOYMENT SERVICES

BUSINESS LICENSES

City of Tucson (520)-791-4566 www.tucsonaz.gov/finance/business-license-and-tax-information Town of Marana (520) 382-1999 http://www.maranaaz.gov/business-licenses Town of Oro Valley (520) 229-4700 www.orovalleyaz.gov/town/departments/ town-clerk/business-license

Dorado Personnel (520) 323-3350 www.doradopersonnel-tucson.com GPS of the Midlands, Inc. (520) 223-9669 www.gpsjobs.net JobPath, Inc. (520) 324-0402 www.jobpath.net Randstad (520) 751-8775 www.randstadstaffing.com

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Education

Making The Grade from Kindergarten to College

From learning ABCs to earning a MBA, students of all grade levels have direct access to some of the best schools in the country. Public, private, charter and higher education institutions are all available in Tucson.

Public/Private/Charter Schools Educating students for more than 150 years, the Tucson Unified School District is the largest school system in Southern Arizona. The district offers a well-rounded education to its elementary, middle and high school students, creating an environment that nurtures each child socially, intellectually and, of course, academically.

Early childhood education sets the tone for a child’s overall learning experience, and at the district, all elementary and kindergarten through eighth grade schools offer full-day kindergarten instruction.

With a mission to prepare its students for far-reaching success in the workplace and higher educational pursuits, the district’s career and technical education classes help scholars obtain the skills they need for the 21st century. CTE courses include agribusiness, automotive, business, communications, construction technology, culinary, engineering, health sciences and human services.

Aside from these rigorous academics, students have the opportunity to participate in athletics, fine arts, foreign languages, interscholastic competitions and science, technology and math courses.

As a whole, Pima County is home

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to more 10 school committed the next employees, business

than districts, to educating generation of owners and citizens.

Funded by the state and free to all Arizona students, public charter schools are another option for students and families. Charter schools give academic choices to families. There are more than 100 charter schools in Pima County to serve pupils.

For a faith-based education, many parents opt for a private school format for their children. With nearly 100 private schools located within the county, they certainly have their pick.

While not all of these organizations are religiously based, the majority focuses on Christian or Roman Catholic doctrines.

Bright scholars that want to get a jump-start on their college education or

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Tucson ranks No. 2 on the list of the Top 20 Cities for 20-somethings – Greatist

career can make the choice to attend the Pima County Joint Technical Education District. This public high school boasts tuition-free CTE programs for 10th graders through age 22.

Pima County Joint Technical Education District is all inclusive, allowing public, private, charter and home-school students to attend.

Those working toward a GED can also participate.

Higher Education The University of Arizona, a tier-one research institution, enjoys an enrollment of more than 43,600 students, including undergraduate, graduate and first professional.

Offering bachelor’s,

master’s, doctoral, specialist and first professional degrees in myriad areas of study and research, the university positions its students for high achievement.

The university spans more than 20 colleges, ranging in fields of study, such as medicine, engineering, nursing and pharmacy. As one of the top research institutions in the nation, the University of Arizona shines

SCHOOL DISTRICTS Amphitheater Unified www.amphi.com

Sahuarita Unified www.susd30.us

Ajo Unified www.ajoschools.org

Sunnyside Unified www.susd12.org

Catalina Foothills Unified www.cfsd16.org/

Tanque Verde Unified www.tanqueverdeschools.org

Flowing Wells Unified www.flowingwellsschools.org/

Tucson Unified www.tusd1.org

Marana Unified www.maranausd.org

Vail Unified www.vailschooldistrict.org

Pima County JTED www.pimajted.org

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on an international stage too. The university ranked No. 52 out of 18,000 worldwide by the Center for World Rankings. On top of that, in Forbes’ annual “America’s Best Value Colleges,” the university ranked No. 108 out of 300 colleges and universities and No. 59 among public institutions as well as No. 69 among research institutions.

Pima Community College, a two-year, open-access institution, with six campuses and six learning centers located throughout the metro area serves more than 43,000 student body. Pima Community College is committed to offering an affordable, quality education to all students.

The college offers certificates and associate degrees in a wide array of concentrations. These include numerous transfer programs, which allow students to earn an associate, then move on to a fouryear institution to earn a bachelor’s degree. Moreover, the college provides adult basic education, career and technical training programs, continuing education, and workforce development options to the community. The college’s Centers of Excellence for Applied Technology at the Downtown Campus and Dental Studies at the West Campus provide students with state-of-the-

art training. The college works with business and industry leaders to craft curriculum that prepares students for jobs with global and 21st-century skills.

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Davis-Monthan campus helps active duty soldiers, veterans and civilians earn their college degree. Students can pursue associate, bachelor’s or master’s degrees.

Undergraduate certifications are also available.

Those living or working in the area also have Arizona State University,

Carrington College, Park University, Pima Medical Institute and Wayland Baptist University for higher education endeavors. p By Sarah Lancaster

Tucson determined to be the Most Fun City in Arizona, No. 26 in the nation – Wallethub

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The University of Arizona, a tier-one research institution, enjoys an enrollment of more than 43,600 students, including undergraduate, graduate and first professional.

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Arizona State University

UNIVERSITIES/ COLLEGES

http://www.asu.edu

Pima Community College http://www.pima.edu

Brookline College

http://brooklinecollege.edu/locations/ tucson/

Carrington College

http://www.carrington.edu

Embry-Riddle Worldwide

https://worldwide.erau.edu/locations/ davis-monthan/

Park University

http://www.park.edu

Pima Medical Institute http://www.pmi.edu

University of Advancing Technology http://www.uat.edu/

University of Phoenix Southern Arizona Campus http://www.phoenix.edu

Wayland Baptist University http://www.wbu.edu/tucson

ABOUT OUR WORKSHOPS Our Creative Behavioral Recipes Workshop teaches parents and teachers how to use the principles of ABA to strategically improve children’s daily activities. This workshop uses the unique dynamics surrounding each child to create an individualized behavioral recipe.

In Session 1, parents and teachers explore what they want for their child and become proficient in information gathering.

Session 2, parents and teachers use the information gathered to design their individual behavioral recipe and put it into action.

Finally, in Session 3, parents and teachers share progress made and refine their behavioral recipe, as well as learn about scientifically based teaching strategies.

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DISCOVER AMPHI: Excellence Amphitheater Public Schools is celebrating 125 years of excellence, dating back to 1893 when the District was founded in a five-room adobe schoolhouse and named after the five mountain ranges that surround the city of Tucson like a “beautiful natural amphitheater.” Today we have grown to 21 schools, nearly 14,000 students, and more than 2,000 employees.

We offer a comprehensive and demanding curriculum aligned with current state standards and teach the skills students need for the future, including creativity, innovation, critical thinking, communication, and collaboration.

We know that educating a child is not a one-size-fits-all undertaking. Our teachers and staff work with parents and students to ensure each child has opportunities to grow and excel in all subject areas, for example: • Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) education at all grade levels, from K-12 • Fine arts courses in art and music offered at all levels • Advanced courses such as Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate Programme (IB), and Cambridge Academy

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Career and work-based learning through Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses • Outstanding athletic programs and extracurricular activities • Preschool instruction to build a solid foundation for learning during ages 3-5 Our district is fortunate to enjoy wonderful support from the Tucson community. These connections are a critical role in supporting the work in the classroom and we have developed many partnerships and programs that enhance our academic offerings.

We also offer a great working environment and have a legacy of strong Amphi traditions. We are proud of our dedicated support staff, teachers, and administrators that are committed to student learning and excellence in education.

Most importantly, what sets our district apart is “The Amphi Family” – a climate and culture built, like any family, on collaboration, caring, and a child-centered environment.

Explore Amphitheater Public Schools today!

Explore Amphitheater Public Schools today! Visit us at www.amphi.com

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Health Care

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Around The Clock Treatment

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Treating colds, cancers, aches and pains, strokes, heart disease and a myriad of other conditions, health care providers in the Tucson metro area provide the highest quality of medical treatment to patients.

Whether a routine checkup, an emergency or an operation, hospitals see to the basic and complex health care needs of all patients from head to toe. And, the providers have the accolades to back it up.

Carondelet has earned the Joint Commission gold seals for excellence in joint replacement at its St. Joseph Hospital location. Blue Cross Blue Shield has recognized St. Joseph and Holy Cross hospitals for their excellence in maternity care.

St. Mary’s also earned the Women’s Choice Award for America’s Best

Hospitals Best Breast Center for 2017. The provider’s hospitals have also been bestowed honors for excellence in stroke and heart care, surgical weight loss and rehabilitation.

Banner – University Medical Center Tucson received the Magnet recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center for excellence in nursing. It was the first hospital in the state to get this honor. Most recently, the medical center ranked in the top 50 for specialty care in the nation by

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Southern Arizona’s Most Integrated egr Health Care System yst

For more than 130 years, Carondelet Health Network has been recognized as a leader in healthcare across Southern Arizona through innovation, technological advancements and an award-winning level of compassionate care that reflect our strong heritage.

The Carondelet Health Network has evolved into one of the region’s most integrated health care systems, covering Tucson, Green Valley and Nogales. Our comprehensive and extensive network is comprised of two

acute-care hospitals, one rural rura hospital, a Heart and Vascular Institute, a Neurological Institute, multiple medical specialty care centers, medical and specialty group locations, outpatient surgery centers and imaging centers. Every component, every employee, every location in our network stays true to our mission: to provide high quality health care that is reliable and accessible and to promote wellness of mind, body and spirit throughout the community.

For more information about the Carondelet Health Network, or to learn more about our comprehensive medical services, call 844-366-9806 or visit carondelet.org.

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U.S. News & World Report. Banner – University Medical Center Tucson

Banner – University Medical Center Tucson received the Magnet recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center for excellence in nursing.

It was the first hospital in the state to get this honor.

Most recently, the medical center ranked in the top 50 for specialty care in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.. was recently named to IBM Watson Health’s top 100 hospitals in the nation list. On top of this honor, the hospital was given the Everest Award

by IBM Watson. This award is given to hospitals on the top 100 list that have also received high marks on improving over the last five years.

The National Cancer Institute recently renewed UA Cancer Center’s status as a Comprehensive Cancer Center. In addition, the institute awarded the center with a $17.6 million grant, which will support cancer research.

Northwest Medical Center and Oro Valley Hospital have numerous gold seal designations from the Joint Commission, including total knee and hip replacement, spine surgery and recognized as primary stroke

Tucson ranked second Best Small City in the U.S. – Resonance

centers.

The American College of Radiology also named Northwest Women’s Imaging as a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence.

The new $8.5 million Northwest Emergency Center Marana offers around-the-clock care to residents in

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need of immediate medical care. The center is not a clinic, urgent care center or even a hospital but a freestanding emergency room. What does this mean? The center is a fully equipped emergency without a hospital attached to it. The ER is outfitted with a lab, 12-patient beds, a bay for ambulance, triage, radiology and a waiting room.

Tucson Medical Center has

Tucson ranks as one of the Best Places to Live in America – U.S. News & World Report

been recognized by Healogics as a Center of Distinction and as a Robert A. Warriner, III Center of Excellence. The Arizona Daily Star’s Readers’ Choice Awards named the medical center as the 2017 Best Weight Loss Surgical Practice, Best Emergency Room, Best Hospital, Best Women’s

Center and Best Pediatric Emergency Room.

For a whole list of awards, accreditations and other honors, visit each provider’s website for more information. p

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Patients, community served by TMC’s membership in the Mayo Clinic Care Network When complex medical problems arise, patients often feel more reassured when they are able to obtain a second opinion.

As a member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network, that process is easier at Tucson Medical Center, allowing physicians aligned with TMC to engage Mayo Clinic experts in electronic consults.

Nurse practitioner Karen Narum said such consults have typically been performed on complex cases, including those struggling to make a decision about treatment, such as a patient who was trying to determine whether to pursue chemotherapy.

“Patients really appreciate it and feel a bit more at ease when they can hear a recommendation from additional sources of expertise,” Narum said.

The Mayo Clinic Care Network,

which TMC joined in 2015, is an international network of health

care organizations committed to better serving patients and their families through collaboration.

The network provides stronger connection between those physicians aligned with TMC and the more than 4,500 physicians and scientists at Mayo Clinic – while patients continue receiving care as close to home as possible.

“As an independent nonprofit community hospital, TMC has a long history of building collaborative relationships that enable us to better meet the needs of our community,” said Judy Rich, TMC’s president and CEO. In addition to serving as a clinical resource through sharing best practices, our care network membership has provided an opportunity to serve the broader community as well.

For two years in a row, TMC

has worked in collaboration with Mayo Clinic, to offer a Survive Well: Living with Cancer Symposium, free to patients and families living with and overcoming cancer.

Hundreds of community members – from those in active treatment to those who are recovering - have attended the broadbased symposium, which includes discussions with well-respected speakers as well as opportunities to learn more about specific cancers and about overall wellness approaches and techniques to deal with the stress of these diseases.

Tucson Medical Center has been recognized in the Arizona Daily Star’s 2017 Readers’ Choice awards as the “Best Hospital,” as well as having the best women’s center, best emergency department, best pediatric emergency department and best surgical weight loss center.

It has also earned certification as a Great Place to Work, in part by constantly seeking ways to help staff members update their knowledge in the fast-paced world of health care.

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Tucson listed among best places to live for triathletes – Triathlete

Explore These Can’t-Miss Attractions

Situated in Southern Arizona, Tucson’s location makes it an attractive place for business, entertainment and making a life. Access to Mexico, Las Vegas and San Diego is only a short f light or drive away.

While some may venture out for vacation elsewhere nearby, they certainly don’t have to, as Tucson has its own form of attractions. There are an abundance of outdoor activities, including the Chuck Huckelberry Loop and El Tour de Tucson — the state’s longest and largest bicycling event. And with more than 310 sunny days why not spend some down time outside?

The Loop spans unincorporated Pima County, Tucson, South Tucson, Oro Valley and Marana, connecting parks, trails, bike paths, restaurants and several other attractions. The Loop is ideal for all, whether you travel on foot, bike, skates or even horseback.

Moreover, Tucson is THE place

to be for all cyclists. In fact, the city has been named as one of the topfive municipalities in the nation for bicycling by City Ratings. Tucson was bestowed with this honor thanks to its ridership, bike trails, community and network for cyclists, safety and education and bike share programs, as well as bike infrastructure and improvements.

Looking for a family-friendly outing or a date night spot? Downtown Tucson is the place to be and explore.

The bustling downtown scene offers an abundance of activities, businesses, delicious restaurants, the arts and nightlife. Best of all, the Tucson Streetcar gets passengers to and from downtown’s

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dancing and activities for children await.

Tucson International Mariachi Conference, staged in April, has been celebrating this form of music for over 30 years. The event offers activities such as mariachi and folklorico workshops, a student showcase, a vocal competition, a concert and galleries.

Literary enthusiasts flock to the metro area each year for the annual Tucson Festival of Books. Held in March at the University of Arizona, more than 350 authors partake in workshops, panels and

presentations. Best-selling, teen, children and emerging authors come together to share their stories and raise awareness for the importance of literacy.

Tucson Meet Yourself is a folklife festival that brings to town more than 600 artists, musicians, dancers and tradition bearers, as well as cultural food vendors.

Guests revel in the entertainment while learning and embracing everyday life of ethnic communities of the region.

Music lovers flock to downtown Tucson on the second Saturday of each month. Why? For the 2nd Saturdays

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four unique districts.

Taking place each February, the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show is known as the largest, oldest and most prestigious event of its kind in the world. The event is fun and educational, so it’s a great place for kids to explore their curiosity.

La Fiesta de Los Vaqueros, which also takes place in February, brings the best in rodeo to Tucson from all over the world. Watch bull riding, barrel racing, steer wrestling, tie down and team roping, to name a few. A parade, a junior rodeo,

Looking for a family-friendly outing or a date night spot?

Downtown Tucson is the place to be and explore. The bustling downtown scene offers an abundance of activities, businesses, delicious restaurants, the arts and nightlife.

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corridors.

Dedicated to research and understanding of global scientific concerns, Biosphere 2 offers tours daily. Time Life Books named the site as one of the “50 MustSee Wonders of the World.” The Under the Glass tour takes guests through a tropical rainforest, an ocean overlook and several other explorations during the 3-acre trek.

View the beauty of the cosmos at Kitt Peak National Observatory.

The facility offers daytime guided tours and several stargazing programs during the evenings.

Tucson is also home to many museums, boasting a variety of topics and artifacts. Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, Pima Air & Space Museum, Titan Missile Museum and Tucson Museum of Art and Historic Block are all stops locals and visitors should make.

One of the most unique attractions in Tucson is the Davis-Monthan Air Force Boneyard, which just happens to be the largest aircraft boneyard in the world and the only one open to the public for

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series. Taking place along Congress Street and Scott Avenue, the events draw a crowd with local vendors, food trucks and musicians. In addition, each month offers something new from restaurants and retailers.

Aside from festivals and annual events, the metro area is also home to numerous attractions appropriate for all ages and interests.

Mission San Xavier Del Bac is the oldest European structure in Arizona still intact. The mission is open to the public for tours of the courtyard and its

guided tour bus excursions.

Explore the Wild West at Old Tucson studios. Guests enjoy live stunt shows, vintage rides for children, authentic Southwest barbecue, live entertainment and musicals. History and film buffs enjoy roaming the same streets made famous by John Wayne, Steve Martin and Elizabeth Taylor. Old Tucson was the backdrop of more than 400 flicks and commercials.

With tours that take place daily throughout the year, Colossal Cave Mountain Park takes guests along a halfmile trail filled with gorgeous formations.

Individuals learn about the cave’s history, geology and legends.

Located in the tranquil Coronado National Forest, Sabino Canyon is one of the desert’s biggest attractions. Explore this natural desert oasis, which is home to breathtaking landscapes and

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abundant wildlife. See alligators, zebras, bears, lions, giraffes, a variety of birds, tigers and many other species at the Reid Park Zoo. Aside from its animals, the zoo hosts many events year-round, such as Brew at the Zoo, Summer Safari Friday Nights and Little Critters Workshop, and Zoo Lights.

Art, science, culture and history link together Tucson Botanical Gardens through breathtaking plants and nature.

Events and exhibits make the garden a must-visit attraction year-round for children, adults and even man’s best friend.

Foodies have found their match in Tucson. The locale has been designated as a United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World City of Gastronomy, making Tucson the first municipality in America to receive this honor. Various factors contributed to Tucson getting the nod, such as the city’s agricultural heritage and thriving culinary scene. As a Creative City of Gastronomy, Tucson strives to increase access to healthy foods, improve sustainable local food production and distribution, as well as expand job opportunities in the food industry, just to name a few measures.

Those who enjoy performing arts have many venues from which to choose, including Arizona Theatre Co., UA Presents, Broadway in Tucson and Fox Tucson Theatre. The Arizona Theatre Co. offers an impressive lineup of productions, educational programs and learning opportunities in the summer. UA Presents hosts Tucson best well-acclaimed musicians, orchestra performances “Under-theand ballet, as well as Radar” Food City provides numerous in America – Wine educational endeavors, such as Enthusiast concerts and workshops at local schools. The historic Fox Tucson Theatre, known as the Crown Jewel of Tucson, hosts events such as concerts, film fests, bodybuilding competitions and pet theater. p By Sarah Lancaster

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