COMMUNITY PROFILE

Pima County Health Department Public Health Nursing Community Profile

Census Tract (CT): 45.05

CT #45.05 Community Assessment, 3/18/18, page 1.

 Pima County
PCHD PHN Deb Agriesto Census Tract
CT: 45.05 Zip Code: 85705
deb.agriesto@pima.gov # and Zip
Code(s)

Pima County Health Department, Dates profile

PHN Office 2/19/18, 2/20/18, 2/26/18
North Office conducted

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

CT boundaries
North Roger Rd East Fairview Ave
South Miracle Mile West Pomona Rd – Prince Rd – Flowing Wells Rd
Housing Characteristics Environment
Pima Pima
Year Built CT Units in Structure CT
County %
County %
# or comment # or comment
(Census)* (Census)*
% %
3 vacant
1-unit, attached & We noted about 3 or 4
2000 & Vacant/boarded houses
21.1 5.1 detached (Single 66.9 33.2 Vacant lots? vacant lots in areas near
later up structures? were
family homes) businesses.
noted.
Trash/
rubble
was
noted in
the
washes
near the Abandoned No abandoned cars
1980-1999 35.7 27.4 2 units (Duplex) 1.9 0.9 Trash/rubble?
homes cars? observed.
and in
the alley
ways
and
scattered
along the

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 roadside.
We saw
multiple
deserted
shopping
carts
along the
south
portion
of
Fairview
Ave.
There
was one
area
observed
on the There was very little graffiti
lower noted. There was one
3 or more units New south- piece of graffiti found on
1960-1979 29 50.3 20.6 16.8 Graffiti?
(apartments) construction? west the side of a building and
portion some scattered graffiti on a
of our few bus stop signs.
CT, none
of which
were
homes.

Population
1959 & density
14.4 17.3 Mobile home 10.4 45.5 Size (sq. miles) 0.741 5026.336
earlier (people/sq.
mile)?

Include source of Census data: document title *DP04 SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS (2012-2016) American Community Survey
and data year(s). (ACS) 5-Year Estimates

Other or comments from

The air smelled stale and like car exhaust on the main roads. The side roads around the majority of the homes
above (e.g., noise, smells,
and the park and schools smelled fresh. The parking lots of a few of the apartment complexes smelled like
privacy, light, gardens,
garbage due to large dumpsters. The side roads were quiet, while the main roads were noisy. There were very
trees, plants vs. concrete,
few street lights on the main roads, and almost none on the side roads. The yards in certain areas were well
group homes/student
managed and neat, but there was a large number of yards that were overgrown with weeds. Old furniture such
housing)
as couches and TVs were observed on one lawn. There was a good number of trees noted at the park, at the

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 schools, as well around numerous homes. The landscape of the park and the schools were well maintained
with mowed green grass. The sidewalks observed on the main road were even, while some of the sidewalks
observed around the homes and on the side roads were uneven, cracked, and sprouting weeds.
COMMUNITY CORE
Demographic U.S. Census data (%)
Total population Pima County 1,003,338 Total Population of CT 4,214
Age
Race alone or in Languages
Pima group Pima Pima
combination with CT CT spoken at home, CT
County %
s County %
County %
one or more 5 years and
% (years % %
other races* over**
)*
White 80.7 75.9 <5 5.9 5.8 English only 71.4 64.8
African-
4.8 1.2 5-19 19.1 19.2 Spanish 23.6 32.2
American
American Indian 4.6 7.6 20-44 32.6 30.2
Spanish,
Asian 3.9 4.2 45-64 24.5 22.3
speaking English
Ethnicity: 65 6.8 12.2
less than very
Hispanic or Latino 36.1 48.5 and 17.8 22.4
well
(of any race) older
Include source of
*DP 05 ACS DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES (2012-2016) American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
data: Census
**DP02 SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS IN THE UNITED STATES (2012-2016) American Community Survey 5-Year
document title and Estimates
data year(s).
Culture and Ethnicity
Ethnic food stores El Herradero
Ethnic restaurants El Potasino, Restaurant Sinaloa
Signage in other Neighborhood watch signs and gun prohibited in school area signs in Spanish. Advertisement sign for an auto store in
languages Spanish.
Places of worship Pare de Sufrir Universal (Church)
Art/sculpture Mosaic
Cultural dress Pedestrians were dressed in modern day American clothes.
HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICES
Community resources (formal name, location, brief description of services and source website link)
Nearest hospital Northwest Medical Center - 6200 N La Cholla Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85741; Northwest Medical Center has an ER,
ICU, Medical Surgical unit, etc.; https://www.healthiertucson.com

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 Banner University Medical Center - 1501 N Campbell Ave, Tucson, AZ 85725; Nearest trauma center;
https://www.bannerhealth.com/locations/tucson/banner-university-medical-center-tucson

Long term None observed.

care/senior centers
Urgent Care None observed.
Pharmacies (note if Pharmacy in Walgreens, no clinic. 1351 W Prince Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85705; https://www.walgreens.com (no direct link for
has clinic) this location)

Pharmacy in Food City, no clinic. 3923 N Flowing Wells Rd, Tucson, AZ 85705;
http://www.myfoodcity.com/index.php?City=Tucson
Medical/Dental MHC Healthcare – Family Practice, Women’s health, Case Management, and Laboratory facility.
offices/clinics 1323 W Prince Rd, Tucson, AZ 85705
http://www.mhchealthcare.org/locations (no direct link for this location)
Straight Smiles Orthodontics- Provides orthodontic care to people of all ages and offers payment plans to make it more
affordable.
1426 W Prince Rd, Tucson, AZ 85705
https://www.smilestraightaz.com
Integrative care Robert Wu Acupuncture clinic- Provides relaxation and tension reduction via acupuncture treatments.
modalities (yoga, 1015 W Prince Rd, Tucson, AZ 85705
energy therapies, http://www.mydrwu.com
massage etc.)
Mental health None observed.
services
Social service Goodwill Thrift Store and Donation Center- Non-profit organization that offers preowned clothing, houseware, and
agencies miscellaneous at a discounted price. They also have a non-profit organization that’s mission is to provide training, services
and jobs for people with barriers to employment. Their Workforce Development Programs, provide skill development and
support services to adults and youth with the overall goal of helping them to become employed. Goodwill itself is also a major
employer in Tucson, Arizona. Their programs and services, donation centers, and thrift stores in Tucson alone employ over 500
Tucson community members.
http://www.goodwillsouthernaz.org/shop/thrift-stores/
3925 N Flowing Wells Rd, Tucson, AZ 85705

La Paloma Family Services – This location agency is just outside of our Census Track, but offers Foster Care services
to abused or neglected children, Residential Group Home Services for boys and girls who have been abused or
neglected and referred to them by the Arizona Department of Economic Services, Therapeutic Foster Care for children
with behavioral health problems, and Respite care which provides short term care for children and adolescents that are
enrolled in a behavioral health agency. All of these services are provided to people in the Tucson Metro area and
Southern Arizona. https://www.lapalomakids.org 70 W Miracle Mile, Tucson, AZ 85705
Food bank/pantry None observed.

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Other health/social Turn Your Life Around (T.Y.L.A) Recovery Center - Located at 1109 W Prince Road #111, Tucson, AZ 85705; A non-
services providers profit agency that provides counseling and recovery services for those involved with DUIs, domestic violence, anger
issues, substance abuse, and parenting; Website: http://www.tylahelps.com/Contact.html

EDUCATION
U. S. Census Data Educational Attainment
Percen Pima CT Percent HS Pima CT Percent Pima CT
t < 9th County % graduate or County % Bachelor’s County %
grade % higher % degree or %
4.9 9.8 87.7 73.9 higher 30.8 8.7

*Include source of data: DP02 SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS IN THE UNITED STATES (2012-2016) American Community Survey 5-
Census document title and Year Estimates
data year(s).
Educational Resources
(formal name, location, brief description of services, and source website link)
Child care/ New Discoveries Preschool- 1109 W Prince Rd #141, Tucson, AZ 85705. Preschool that offers full and half daycare for
preschool centers children between the ages of 4 weeks to 12 years. This preschool follows an academic curriculum that follows the
Arizona Early Learning Standards. The curriculum Christian-based, and includes language development and phonics,
math, science, social studies, art, sensory play, cooking, drama, gardening, dance, music, and Bible stories.
http://newdiscoveriesaz.com

Precious Moments Daycare- 3655 N Flowing Wells Rd #1, Tucson, AZ 85705. Daycare for children ages birth to 5 years
from low-income families. Promotes school readiness by enhancing cognitive, social, and emotional development.
https://childcarecenter.us/provider_detail/precious_moments_daycare_tucson_az

School District/(s) Flowing Wells Unified School District

Attendance Zones Northeast corner is in Amphitheater Unified School District
Schools inside CT
Include public, Flowing Wells High School- 3725 N Flowing Wells Rd, Tucson, AZ 85705. This school focuses on accepting, respecting,
private and and embracing the uniqueness and diversity of the school’s students. http://www.fwhs.flowingwellsschools.org
charter
Walter Douglas Elementary School- 3302 N Flowing wells Rd, Tucson, AZ 85705. Elementary for grades K-6th. This
school focuses on integrity, balance, and personal responsibility to inspire their students to succeed.
http://douglas.flowingwellsschools.org

Flowing Wells Junior High School- 4545 N La Cholla Blvd, Tucson, 85705. This school provides a safe, nurturing, and
stimulating atmosphere, with high expectations and rigorous and relevant activities, in order to allow students to become
self-directed, responsible, and productive members of their community. http://www.fwjh.flowingwellsschools.org

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 Sentinel Peak High School- 4125 N Aerie Dr, Tucson, AZ 85741. High school for students who have experienced
attendance, academic, and/or behavior challenges. The goal of this school is to help every student graduate and become
successful in life. http://sentinelpeak.flowingwellsschools.org

Academy Adventures Primary School- 3902 N Flowing Wells Rd, Tucson, AZ 85705. Tuition free Public Charter School
for grades K-5th. http://academyadventures.com/wordpress/
Library in or Nearest library – Flowing Wells Library on Romero and Wetmore (1730 W Wetmore Rd, Tucson, AZ 85705). Temporarily
nearest to CT closed for expansion and renovation. https://www.library.pima.gov/locations/FLW/
Tucson College of Beauty School- 3955 N Flowing Wells Rd, Tucson, AZ 85705. Beauty school that educates students in
Other the art of the beauty industry. Students are educated in the latest techniques in hair and skin care.
http://www.tucsoncollegeofbeauty.com

Amphi Head Start- 1075 W Roger Rd, Tucson, AZ 85705. This facility provides a Head Start Program that offers eligible
families such as children of Migrant/seasonal workers and children with disabilities education, nutrition and family support
services. https://childparentcenters.org/our-centers/featured-centers/112-cpc-featured-centers/130-amphi-head-start

RECREATION
Community resources (formal name, location, brief description of services and source website link)
Neighborhood
centers and hours This neighborhood has no formal neighborhood centers.

Recreation
centers/gyms and Lohse at Jacobs/City YMCA- 1010 W Lind St, Tucson, AZ 85705; Provides after school care and summer day camps
hours for children in the area; https://tucsonymca.org/location/lohse-at-jacobscity-ymca/

Jacobs Pool- 1020 W Lind St, Tucson, AZ 85705; Single pool that goes down to 4 feet deep, while also having two water
cannons, a water spray area, and a beach-style entry; https://www.tucsonaz.gov/parks/JacobsPool

Parks/trails/green
spaces (include Jacobs Park- 3300 N Fairview Ave, Tucson, AZ 85705; Has 2.5 basketball courts, 2 baseball fields, 3 multi-purpose
amenities) fields, 4 playgrounds, 5 soccer fields, 3 softball fields, 2 tennis courts, 39 picnic tables, 6 grills, 17 drinking fountains, 3
ramadas, 3 restrooms, a dog park, and horseshoes; https://www.tucsonaz.gov/parks/JacobsPark

SAFETY AND TRANSPORTATION

Public Safety: TPD located at the Southwest corner of the CT 40.50 on Flowing Wells Rd and W Miracle Mile
TPD and/or PC
Sheriff

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Fire/EMT Fire/EMT House located just outside the CT on W King Rd
covering CT
Distance from No fire station was observed in or around the perimeter of the CT. The closest fire station was at 250 W. King St, which
middle of CT to was about 2 miles from the center of CT 40.50 (Jacobs Park).
fire station
Security guards Security guards noted at Flowing Wells High School.
Neighborhood Signs were posted all around and within the CT communities
Watch?
Evidence of Witnessed a possible drug deal occur, within the community on W Kleindale Rd. The activity arose the students suspicion
gang/criminal given that they witnessed two individuals passing each other what appeared to be money and a small baggie of white
activity/drug use substance.
226 Reported Incidents in the Area (1/29/18 – 3/12/18)
 Violent: 28
 Property: 19
Significant crime  Quality of Life: 70
statistics
(include source(s) https://www.crimereports.com/home/#!/dashboard?lat=32.26669570393671&lng=-
of data, i.e. web 110.99277019500731&zoom=16&incident_types=Assault%252CBreaking%2520%2526%2520Entering%252C
sites) Disorder%252CDrugs%252CHomicide%252CKidnapping%252CLiquor%252COther%2520Sexual%2520Offen
se%252CProperty%2520Crime%252CRobbery&start_date=2018-01-29&end_date=2018-03-
12&days=sunday%252Cmonday%252Ctuesday%252Cwednesday%252Cthursday%252Cfriday%252Csaturda
y&start_time=0&end_time=23&include_sex_offenders=false&current_tab=list&shapeIds=
Registered sex 11 Registered Sex Offenders living in census tract 40.50
offenders (include 5 Registered Sex Offenders working in census tract 40.50
source(s) of data,
i.e. web sites https://www.nsopw.gov/en-US/Search/Results
Prince Rd: 6 covered bus stops & 2 uncovered bus stops
Miracle Mile: 3 covered bus stops
Bus Stops and
Flowing Wells Rd: 3 covered bus stops & 3 uncovered bus stops
Routes (approx #
Fairview Ave: 0
and location in
Oracle Rd: 2 uncovered bus stops
CT)
Pamona Rd: 0
Thurber Rd: 0
Roger Rd: designated bike route with striped shoulder (under construction)
Prince Rd: bike route with striped shoulder
Designated Flowing Wells Rd: bike route with striped shoulder
bicycle paths Miracle Mile: bike route with striped shoulder
Fairview Ave: key connected street
Oracle Rd: bike route with striped shoulder

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 There are many lots available for individuals to park at the strip malls. They are very spacious and allow for many
occupants. Within the neighborhoods of the community, the roads were wide enough to occupy both sides of the streets
Parking
with parked cars and still have a two-way street.

The main roads included sidewalks, however, some roads were under construction, such as Roger Rd and the
intersection of Flowing Wells Rd and Miracle Mile, which did not provide a designated area of the street for pedestrians to
Sidewalks
walk on. Within the community, there were sidewalks present with no observed issues in regard to condition.

Rough, bumpy, visual pot holes, and road surface markings have become faded with some areas not being fully
Street conditions constructed.

Roads were in poor condition, under construction, and uneven with multiple pot holes. Construction and road hazards like
cones, signs, and equipment were present along the under-construction roads, such as Roger Rd and the intersection of
Road hazards Flowing Wells Rd and Miracle Mile. Within the neighborhoods of the community, the roads are well kept and maintain,
however, there were streets where the conditions have been damaged due to weather factors (cracks and pot holes).

Night lighting Many of the houses had porch lights throughout the CT, however, the number of street lights varied per neighborhood.
(optional) The busiest streets, with major intersections, had the best night lighting.
Other risks
(e.g., dangerous The traffic light at the intersection of Miracle Mile and Fairview Ave was difficult to visually see.
intersections)
ECONOMICS
Businesses in Census Tract
Bars 2 Convenience Laundry/dry cleaners 3 Neighborhood market 0
Restaurants 4 Discount store 2 Liquor stores 3 Post office/UPS 2
Check cashing 1 Fast food 3 Malls (describe): 0 Supermarket 2
Banks 2 Gas station 2 Thrift/resale store 2
Farmer's market 0 Community Garden 0 Health food/organic 0
food stores
Other businesses. Insurance Company, Gun Shop, Auto Shops, Pawn Shop, Smoke Shops, Cellphone Stores, Hair Salons.
Use generic name
only
U. S. Census Data (% or $) Pima County (% or $) CT (% or $)
No health insurance coverage (civilian non- 12.3% 19.1%
institutionalized) **
Household By Type: Female householder, no husband 7.1% 6.3%
present, with own children < 18 (%)*
Median household income ($)**: $46,764 $30,732
% of all people living in poverty**: 19.1% 31.1%

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*Include source of data: *DP02 SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS IN THE UNITED STATES (2012-2016) American Community Survey 5-
Census document title Year Estimates
and data year(s). **DP03 SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS (2012-2016) American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates

POLITICS AND GOVERNMENT

Names of neighborhoods
or subdivisions American Village, Talavera, Casa Del Norte, Fairview Manor, Terra Vista, Jacobs Place were a few examples of
the names of neighborhoods within this CT.

How are neighborhood

names displayed? Posted at the entrance(s) of the neighborhood in large, readable letters.

Geopolitical Boundaries and Government Representatives* (include sources of data other than PimaMaps)
Is CT inside or outside The CT is inside the city/town limits.
city/town limits?
City ward(s) and council Ward 3, Karin Uhlich (2005-2017) & Paul Durham (2018) tusconaz.gov
member(s):
County district(s) and District 3, Sharon Bronson
supervisor(s):
State legislative State legislative district, district 3.
district(s) and legislators Legislators: Olivia Cajero Bedford (Senator), Sally Ann Gonzales (Representative), & Macario Saldate
(1 senator and 2 (Representative) azleg.gov
representatives):
US Congressional District 2, Martha McSally gov.track.us
District(s) and
representative(s):
Signs of political activity None observed.
Other data/comments None.
COMMUNICATION

Newspapers/Newsletters
/Flyers Arizona Daily Star and the Arizona Republic were observed in the CT.
Payphones There were 3 payphones noted near busy intersections and outside of businesses, such as Circle K.
Billboards/bulletin boards
(include main Lerner and Rowe Billboard for an injury attorney to receive settlements after a vehicle accident.
purpose/message) TMC Mega Raffle acknowledging that you could win a vehicle.
We Buy Ugly Houses with phone number saying not to fix your home and sell it instead.

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 Free Internet/Wi-Fi
access/locations No free internet or Wi-Fi access was observed at any locations within the CT.

Other data/comments
None.

This form is continually updated and revised. Send suggestions to png@email.arizona.edu

Submitted by: Lizzy Hammond, Lauren Hoyos, Miguel Nava, Brandon Harvison

Date work completed: 3/18/18

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