Pima County supervisors suggest jailing fewer people, adding community stakeholders to solve crisis
At Tuesday's meeting, 10 area residents stood before the Pima County Board of Supervisors to thank county officials for not supporting their proposal to build a new jail. Tierra Rainey, executive director of the Tucson Bail Fund, which has opposed construction of the new jail, said the county governor is “trying to slow this reactionary […]
Why Arizona homes often feel warmer than thermostats suggest – and what to do about it
Imagine two houses on the same street. One was built in the 1950s and the other in the 1990s. No trees or other shade. The air conditioning unit is the same, recently replaced and working perfectly. The same thermostat is set to 82 degrees Fahrenheit (27.8 degrees Celsius). If the outside temperature is 110°F (43.3°C), […]
ByBlocks suggest new recycling solutions for Flagstaff housing
Located behind Ponderosa Pine on a hill off Herold Ranch Road, the building is in many ways similar to other homes under construction. But I would say that the multicolored blocks that make up the walls that have not yet been covered are not. They’re plastic, made of everything from plastic bags to disposable cups […]
Arizona Senate GOP leaders suggest members opt out of per diem over summer | State
(Centre Square) – The Senate Majority Leadership Team is advising lawmakers to opt out of paying a “daily allowance” for living expenses during the current legislative recess. Members of Congress earn $24,000 a year for their service, ARS § 41-1104 This allows members of parliament to collect daily living expenses while parliament is in session, […]