Real Talk with the Town of Marana

Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Police Chief Jeff Pridgett and Public Works Director Fausto Burruel to answer hard-hitting questions about the Ina Road and Thornydale Road area, including traffic congestion and public safety.

Town Manager and Host Terry Rozema is once again on the hot seat as Assistant to the Town Manager Andrea De La Cruz asks him the following questions:

1. "With the number of new businesses and restaurants moving into the Marana Main Street / Sandario Road area, when can we expect Sandario to be expanded?"
2. "Why are there so many entering/leaving Marana Town Limits signs?"
3. "There is a large exposure of trash along the freeway. What is the Town's plan for picking up the debris today and maintaining the roadways in the future?"
4. "When is Marana going to start a year-round Pickleball League so we don't have to go to other cities to play?"

Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Executive Director Carlos Valles and Program Manager Sofia Castro to talk about what’s new at the Marana Food Bank and Community Resource Center.

Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with new Police Chief Jeffrey Pridgett to talk about his childhood in Marana, what it's like to be the first home-grown Chief in the department, and his plans for the future.

Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Public Works Director Fausto Burruel to discuss improvements for Tangerine Road, including the Tangerine Road Widening, Phase IIA, and the Tangerine Road/Interstate-10 traffic interchange.

Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Town Attorney Jane Fairall and CIP Engineering Division Manager Heidi Lasham to discuss the agreement and permitting process for Ting Internet and similar companies who wish to install internet fiber throughout the community.

Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Marana Police Officer Brian Neuman to discuss the ways MPD addresses traffic safety and road rage, as well as a motorcycle-related "lane filtering" law.

Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Deputy Town Manager Erik Montague to answer questions leading up to the Cortaro Interchange public meetings held on Nov 6 and 8.

WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU! Attend any of the three upcoming public meetings to learn more and provide feedback:

PUBLIC MEETING OPTION 1:

Monday, November 6 at 1 PM Highlands at Dove Mountain 4949 W Heritage Club Blvd

PUBLIC MEETING OPTION 2:

Monday, November 6 at 6 PM Marana Police Community Room 11555 W. Civic Center Drive

PUBLIC MEETING OPTION 3:

Wednesday, November 8 at 6 PM Leman Academy 7720 N Silverbell Rd

Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Public Works Director Fausto Burruel and CIP Engineering Division Manager Heidi Lasham to talk about the proposed Cortaro Interchange Project. WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU! Attend any of the three upcoming public meetings to learn more and provide feedback:

PUBLIC MEETING OPTION 1:

Monday, November 6 at 1 PM Highlands at Dove Mountain 4949 W Heritage Club Blvd

PUBLIC MEETING OPTION 2:

Monday, November 6 at 6 PM Marana Police Community Room 11555 W. Civic Center Drive

PUBLIC MEETING OPTION 3:

Wednesday, November 8 at 6 PM Leman Academy 7720 N Silverbell Rd

Will Amazon ever open? How is the Town Manager selected? Will we get another Costco? Why doesn’t Marana use red-light cameras?  Town Manager Terry Rozema answers these not-so-rapid-fire questions and more with Assistant to the Town Manager Andrea De La Cruz.

Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Mayor Ed Honea and Deputy Town Manager Erik Montague to talk about zip code confusion in Marana.

Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Parks & Recreation Deputy Director Wayne Barnett and Communications Manager Vic Hathaway to talk about the latest awards won by Town staff, including:

• Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting – Government Finance Officers Association of the US and Canada (GFOA)
• Project of the Year under $5M – Twin Peaks & Sandario Roundabout – Arizona Chapter of the American Public Works Association
• Small Treatment Plant – System of the Year – AZWater Association
• Small Sanitary Sewer – System of the Year – AZWater Association
• Outstanding Partnership Award – Loop Pathway Improvement Project – Arizona Parks & Recreation Association
• Outstanding Cultural Program – Marana Star-Spangled Spectacular – Arizona Parks & Recreation Association
• Outstanding Active Adult Program – Senior Program’s Crafting for a Cause – Arizona Parks & Recreation Association
• Outstanding Park Professional – Kim Warner – Arizona Parks & Recreation Association
• Savvy Award for Public Service Announcement – “Are You #SplashSavvy?” – City-County Communications & Marketing Association
• Silver Circle for Digital Interactive – Other media/podcast – “Real Talk with the Town” – City-County Communications & Marketing Association
• Award of Excellence for Marketing and Tools – New brand/logo – “Marana Regional Airport rebrand” – City-County Communications & Marketing Association

Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Development Services Director Jason Angell to revisit the latest development projects in Marana.

Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Pima Association of Governments Executive Director Farhad Moghimi to discuss the impact of the Regional Transportation (RTA) on Marana, including the improvements of major road corridors.

Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Deputy Town Manager Erik Montague to talk about Community Facilities Districts and how they impact certain neighborhoods throughout Marana.

Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Public Works Director Fausto Burruel and Public Works Project Manager Mac Murray to discuss pavement preservation and the quality of roads in Marana.

Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Marana Recreation Supervisor Kevin Goodrich and City of Tucson Wellness Manager Samuel Torres to talk about Drowning Impact Awareness Month, how residents can respond to a drowning emergency, and what it's like to be a Marana lifeguard.

Resources:

• Learn about Marana aquatics, including swim lessons, lifeguard training, splash pads, pool hours, events, and more: https://www.maranaaz.gov/aquatics

Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Community & Neighborhood Services Director Lisa Shafer to talk about code enforcement and Marana Animal Services.

Resources:

• To contact Code Enforcement for an issue, visit the website at https://www.maranaaz.gov/code-enforcement or call 520-382-2520
• Learn more about the My Marana App and the Marana Pets App by visiting: https://www.maranaaz.gov/engage-online

Two weeks ago, the Marana Restaurant Task Force asked residents what restaurants they wanted to see in the community. Since then, we’ve heard from over 1,300 people, with a focus on bringing more local restaurants as a popular request.  Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Union Hospitality Group Owner Grant Krueger to better understand what it takes to open a local restaurant, the challenges local owners face in the current market, and to provide recommendations that the Town of Marana can pursue to encourage local restaurants.

Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Technology Services Director Ricardo Carlos and Economic Development Director Curt Woody to talk about the future of high-speed fiber connections in Marana.

Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) Southcentral District Engineer Rod Lane to discuss the I-10 Interchange project that is currently impacting the Orange Grove Road, Thornydale Road, and the Ina Road areas.

Happy Independence Day! Learn more about the Town of Marana Star-Spangled Spectacular event scheduled for today, July 4, from 5-9:30 PM at Crossroads at Silverbell District Park, then check back again tomorrow for a new Real Talk with the Town episode.

For more information on Star-Spangled Spectacular, visit: https://www.maranaaz.gov/town-calendar/2023/7/4/star-spangled-spectacular

Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Police Chief Reuben Nunez to talk about Marana Police Department's approach to traffic stops and whether the Town has a speeding problem.

Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Marana Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Amanda Wiggins and Town of Marana Tourism & Marketing Manager Stefanie Boe to discuss how the Town and the Chamber are working together to attract more sit-down restaurants, including the Restaurant Task Force.

Additional resources:

• Learn more about the Marana Restaurant Task Force by visiting: https://www.maranaaz.gov/restaurant-task-force
• Tell us what you want to see in Marana: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/7405396/Marana-Restaurant-Task-Force
• Learn more about the Dine and Discover Marana Local Summer Challenge by visiting: https://www.discovermarana.org/blog/coming-soon-dine-and-discover-marana-a-local-summer-challenge/

Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Development Services Director Jason Angell to talk about the number of storage facilities in Marana and whether or not the Town of Marana can do anything about it.

Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with community partner Marana Unified School District (MUSD) Superintendent Dr. Dan Streeter to talk about the future of MUSD and how they are preparing students for their careers post-graduation.

Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Parks & Recreation Director Jim Conroy to talk about the upcoming Marana Community & Aquatic Center, scheduled for groundbreaking this year. Follow the project by visiting https://www.maranaaz.gov/community-center

Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Airport Superintendent Galen Beem to talk about the history of the Marana Regional Airport, its economic impacts, plans for the future, and what residents can do to address noise.

Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Town Clerk/Assistant Town Attorney David Udall to talk about the special events permit process and the impact the LIV Golf tournament had on the community.

Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Public Works Deputy Director Jennifer Flood to talk about the natural environment, wildlife connectivity, and the importance of balanced development.

Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Marana Mayor Ed Honea to talk about the upcoming Marana Founders' Day and the history of the community. 

Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Police Chief Reuben Nunez to answer questions about the homeless population. 

Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Northwest Fire District Chief Brad Bradley and Golder Ranch Fire District Chief Randy Karrer to talk about fire services in Marana, partnerships, recruitment challenges, and the importance of leadership. 

 Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Economic Development & Tourism Director Curt Woody to talk about the future of Downtown Marana. 

Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Police Chief Reuben Nunez to talk about the rise of crime in Marana, including whether or not apartments have an impact on crime statistics. 

Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Town Attorney Jane Fairall to discuss the latest Supreme Court ruling for Southern Arizona Home Builders Association versus Town of Marana. 

Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Development Services Director Jason Angell to talk about the nationwide housing problem and the future of diverse and affordable housing in Marana. 

Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Public Works Director Fausto Burruel to talk about the future of the Tangerine Road improvement project. 

Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Development Services Director Jason Angell to talk about the history and development of the Amazon Distribution Center located at the Silverbell Road and Ina Road intersection and its impacts on the neighboring residents. 

Town Manager Terry Rozema sits down with Public Works Director Fausto Burruel to talk about the current conditions of Cortaro Interchange and the path toward improvement.