I've lived around the world. Australia, New Zealand, Belize, Guatemala, Cali, Colorado, Finland, just....Everywhere. and Tucson is my #1 pick. I always come back. When u combine everything about a place, Tucson reigns Supreme

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for sharing about your experiences! What are some of your favorite things about Tucson?

@reignman4529

2 жыл бұрын

You're insane.

@RustyBeez

2 жыл бұрын

@@reignman4529 yes indeed I am. U have to be just a little crazy in these times 😜🙏

@TomBTerrific

2 жыл бұрын

I’ve lived in many parts of this world myself. I really don’t care what Tucson is like. The people there are Americans and that alone gives me a sense of comfort.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you like it! 😎

I wake up every morning and look out of my window at the view of the mountains and it amazes me every time

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

I love Tucson. There’s nowhere else I’d rather live. It is so beautiful. 🌵☀️

@marklouis1890

2 жыл бұрын

Same here

@JoseCalderon-qx8mq

2 жыл бұрын

Tucson is beautiful.... With beautiful people. The roads suck. But it's a great little city. Love it.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for those kind words. I agree with everything you said (including what you said about the roads 😆)

@VibeSeekers

2 жыл бұрын

I just moved to Tucson from California, I love it here guys, it’s been the most relaxing ever, people are amazing as well.

I moved to Tucson from NY (born and raised) 17 years ago. So living In Tucson is a piece of cake. I don't miss shoveling snow, the cold weather the heavy population, traveling to the city for work. What I do miss is my daughter so I travel back every few years or she'll come see me. I miss the theater but I've seen some great shows in Tucson. I love Tucson. I love everything about it. It's not perfect but It could be worse. So just do your research, visit a few times like we did and find what works for you. Thank you for another great Video!

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love these words and your perspective. I completely agree: people need to visit here many times before moving here. They need to get to know the different areas so they will know what they like. Thanks for following along with the channel! ☀️🌵

@maritzarodriguez6256

2 жыл бұрын

@@TucsonArizona ❤

@maritzarodriguez6256

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you :)

@hippienikki8393

2 жыл бұрын

I love this it can be worst I lived in New York and grew up in Houston so tucson should Be a walk in the park

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

I’ve never lived in either of those places but I know people who have and say Tucson is very different. Hope you love it here!!! 🌵🌵🌵

Tucson born and raised here and this is 100% accurate. Thank you. It's one of the most honest videos, of this type, on Tucson I have ever seen. Wouldn't leave Tucson for anything.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for your kind words! Really appreciate it! I’m a proud Tucsonan and I love this city but no place is perfect including Tucson. Thanks for checking out the channel and for your view and comment! Have a great rest of your weekend!

@marklouis1890

2 жыл бұрын

@@TucsonArizona I wholeheartedly agree

@romancastro3253

2 жыл бұрын

If you think of moving anywhere try going there for a length of time before you make a decision to move there.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

I agree with you 100%

@sarahleon332

2 жыл бұрын

Tucson weather gaves me healing touch to my body. I love the heat.

Being from the Midwest, the instant I saw the mountains I was smitten and I'm been visiting Tucson for over twenty years! No complaints. I get the heat and deal with it.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

I love the heat too! It’s actually one of my favorite things about Tucson ☀️😎

@carolepratt941

2 жыл бұрын

Love mountains so close and Snow you don’t have to shovel!

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! Aren’t the mountains beautiful when they have snow on them??? 🌵🌵🌵

@keithchrysler3732

Жыл бұрын

We were from NE Indiana and got tired of having winter from late October to whenever it decides to leave as late as May! I was there on the 5th of May last year and there was 3" of snow on the ground! No thanks! I love the Tucson area!

@TucsonArizona

Жыл бұрын

Me too! I love it here!

Despite being a so-called "dry" climate, I became extremely ill from black mold. I've found flat roofs, poor property mgmt, old houses, and monsoons create an extremely toxic environment. The drug addiction aspects are horrendous. I've seen meth addicts cruising around on motorized bikes all hours of the day and night. I've been here over 20 years...I'm leaving. Had enough. Sorry.

@jenniferjoseph1560

2 жыл бұрын

I agree..slum lords run rampant and sure..if you make more than 65k a year with one job..Tucson is probably attractive! The drug problem is everywhere but I'm telling you..I've lived in 7 other states and you can get from your car to the store door without getting harassment from the homeless! I truly wish your next move brings you happiness and peace!❤

@jaykrizpy9630

2 жыл бұрын

The truth!

@abrahamsoto6229

2 жыл бұрын

I'm from Tucson & I don't blame you for leaving, it got really bad sometime (after the recession in 2008) when I moved out in 2009 to Texas

@manyfacegoddessdevonn5515

2 жыл бұрын

Lmao you need to travel more because what you described is just about every city in 2021

@detrelllevert2457

2 жыл бұрын

@@jenniferjoseph1560 don't worry as you can tell the government is going to make you homeless too then you will be wishing you gave and had good karma because you going to need that see me I was wise enough to give but I can't let my left hand know what my right hand is doing just know y'all really played yourself 🤭😂😂

I'm also a native Tucsonan and I absolutely love it here! I moved to Springfield Missouri to be close to my little sister and her family and I was out there for six years, other than that I've always lived in Tucson. Other than missing my family, when I lived in Springfield I really missed the heat, the mountains and the Mexican Food! Tucson has absolutely beautiful mountain views, beautiful areas for camping, hiking, mountain biking and other outdoor activities, beautiful near perfect weather half of the year, amazing Mexican Food and so much more! Thanks for sharing this great video! :-)

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I agree with everything you just said! I lived in Montana for almost 4 years in my 20s but otherwise I’ve always been in Tucson too. Loved Montana but missed everything you mentioned (especially the heat and Mexican food!) Love all of our outdoor adventures! I’m glad to hear another born and raised Tucsonan feels the same way! 😎🌵☀️❤️

@TeezyT_Sunrise

Жыл бұрын

KZread Teezy T Pandemic Struggling. Song says it all.

Tucson potholes are the worst I've ever seen anywhere. That being said, Tucson is a very nice place to live.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the view and comment! It’s funny because I have people moving here from other places who tell me our roads are terrible, and other people who say the roads are great compared to where they moved here from! LOL! I guess it’s all based on perspective, haha… I like Tucson too, (despite our roads). Thanks for checking out the channel! Have a great weekend! 😎🌵

@realpainediaz7473

2 жыл бұрын

The Detroit Metro Area laughs at you!!!

@robertsutherland5457

2 жыл бұрын

I moved here from Detroit in 2014. Worse roads than Tucon's do exist. City has its negatives, but I am glad I moved here. The plusses outweigh the minuses by a LOT.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for the view and comment! Really appreciate your thoughts on the city!

Ive lived there. What amazed me was how many people are hit and killed by cars there. I even witnessed one, it was extremely horrifying.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

I’m sorry you witnessed that, that must’ve been extremely scary. I do occasionally hear about people getting hit by cars in Tucson, and I honestly think it’s a combination of our roads not all being in the best condition, plus we have a lot of people who live here who are not completely familiar with the city (snowbirds who only live here in the winter time, college students who only live here while school is in session, etc), and I also feel like we have a lot of people who walk around on our streets especially Midtown, all hours of the day and night.

@heather9857

2 ай бұрын

AGREED! A gentleman was hit in his wheelchair 2 cars in front of me, while he was legally crossing. Broadway/Craycroft area last winter. Didn't even make the news.

My family is from Tucson my dad was born there. I was born in Phoenix and all I can say is the roads are absolutely the worst in any city in AZ and I am not sure why. Whoever is in charge of maintaining the roads should be fired.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, our roads aren’t great. I’ve had lots of buyers move here from other places and say their roads are worse, so I guess it’s all relative ☺️

Housing prices and rents have gotten seemingly unsustainable in Tucson. I left in July, 2019 after 12 years to move back east to be closer to aging family members. Since I left the 2BD/2.5B townhouse I was renting went from $919/mo. to $1,735/mo. Oh, but they "renovated" the units. By the sound of all the one-star reviews it was very shoddy work done on the cheap. This was a trend starting around the time I left - out of state companies buying up local complexes and raising rents... Houses I was eyeing to buy in years past have now surpassed their 2006 bubble prices. I can't see these prices lasting in what is still a low wage city.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Yep, all true: low wages, rising rents and real estate prices. I know that rent and real estate are skyrocketing across the country, so this is definitely not happening just in Tucson, and I still think that other cost of living in Tucson are below the national average and below the state average in general, but yes we are a generally low wage city and I don’t see that changing anytime soon.

@shayneblair9957

2 жыл бұрын

I was just there on the east side. Great views but I heard what the rent was and it was horribly high. The homeless are everywhere. And the heat was crazy hot seeing as it was may. The outskirts are more peaceful forsure.

@derrickgonzales3771

2 жыл бұрын

If you can't handle Tucson rent I don't know how your going to survive. Nope no freeways they will ruin our city and views. We don't want to be Phoenix. That's why there's Phoenix for you to move too if you want to drive all over the freeways. People move here then they leave if they don't like it. If you like Tucson you stay if not you leave. We don't want Tucson to turn into Phoenix or L.A. And it could if we allowed it to. 😉

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Totally agree 💯! Thanks for the view and comment!

thank you for pointing out that everywhere has problems and no town is free of crime, poverty, or homeless people. I used to live in San Diego and man there are way more in SD than in Tucson.

@alaskanprincess9386

2 ай бұрын

SD is MUCH larger. Really no comparison.

Nothing to do it boring as hell 😴 you have to be 80+yrs old or married not for singles or active people if you're a homebody this is for you

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

I guess it depends on interests. There’s definitely plenty of hiking and camping year round (in the hot summers, Mount Lemmon is always an option). A lot of people I know go mountain biking in the mountains and cycling all over the city. But if people aren’t interested in outdoor activities, then Tucson might not be a good fit.

I moved from Westport, Connecticut, to Tucson, Arizona, in January 1972. Next January I will celebrate 50 years of living in Tucson. I have visited the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, Reid Park Zoo, Sabino Canyon, an art gallery featuring works by Ted DeGrazia, Flandrau Science Center and Planetarium, movies at Fox, and the Loft, La Placita, and the Tucson Convention Center. Yes, it is hot in summer, and by September I long for fall weather but don't the beauty of cacti, desert blossoms, gorgeous sunsets, and the serenity and majesty of the Tucson Mountains, the Santa Catalinas, the Rincon Mountains, and the Santa Ritas more than compensate? I know not everyone will love or even like Tucson but I have been very grateful my 2,500-mile move was a success.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

I’m so glad you like it here! Isn’t it beautiful?!?! I just love it here 😎🌵☀️ Thanks so much for the view and comment!

I have lived in tucson for 54years & yes it has its bad neighborhood but so does every other city but no matter where I travel to tucson is my home ❤️❤️❤️❤️

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Love this! ☺️❤️ Thanks for those kind words and for checking out the channel!

It's trash truck juice in Tucson. The idea that a Metro area with around a million people would have one freeway is just cray. One freeway in the middle of the town would not significantly effect views. It's like the size of Denver or Cleveland but had limited resources by comparison.

@Azzenstudent

2 жыл бұрын

The only redeeming thing about Tuscon is that it's not as sprawling as it wants to be. Thank Gaia that there's only one freeway because otherwise you'd be living in another soulless car town.

@yungplex9503

2 жыл бұрын

@@Azzenstudent I'm all for the harmonious balance between progress and the Earth. Balance being the key word. How is it that Phoenix and Tucson have similar average car commute times? Leadership in Tucson can't be that worried about pollution considering their current water quality woes. The city's true soul rests with methamphetamine use and teen. pregnancies.

@livinthedream4479

2 жыл бұрын

@@Azzenstudent Yes but that’s what keeps it down too. So people end up having to commute to Phoenix with the traffic up and down I10 growing by leaps

@livinthedream4479

2 жыл бұрын

Lived here all my life and the traffic in the city is horrendous and so are so many other problems. Couldn’t believe when I drove down Golf Links first time in a few years. All the homelessness. All thanks to your councilmen. The best parts of town are not in the city limits also thanks to the council people and Mayor. You can have them.

@darthchingaso3613

2 жыл бұрын

yet unlike denver you can drive across the metro area in 45 minutes with the existing infrastructure, and i just visted denver and thay have a massive homeless problem too lots of tents along pretty much every major road way i drove down...

The worst thing is the people moving here who don't know this is a DESERT, and think they can change it.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

True 😎🌵☀️

Thanks for the honest assessment. I grew up there in the 70s and can’t imagine growing up anyplace else. Anyone interested in Tucson needs to visit and experience it. It’s not for everyone, but for many, it’s perfect.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

I totally agree! And different people are going to have different experiences based on the area of town they live on, so I feel the area of town is just as important as the house people live in. I always encourage anyone moving here to come here first and visit for at least a week to check out the city for that very reason. Thanks so much for exploring the channel! 😎🌵☀️

@capriflorez7162

2 жыл бұрын

Correct!

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking out the channel!

I'm a native from Phoenix, and I'll take Phoenix any day over Tucson. Tucson has a poorly planned freeway and road system, and is very rundown compared to Phoenix.

@SkyvatorProductions

2 жыл бұрын

100% agreed! Phoenix is a lot better than Tucson in every way.

I've lived in the country, near the beach, in a big city, in Europe, and now a desert climate. Moved to Tucson in March and so far, I love it. My only complaint is the roads. The infrastructure is terrible. Traffic? I lived outside of Atlanta for many years. A 30-minute drive in the morning (to work) would become a 4-hour drive home on 85! So DO NOT complain about your commute here!

@TucsonArizona

3 ай бұрын

Your right! The traffic is really not too much to complain about here.

A couple of things about Tucson that weren't mentioned. First, the government, both county and city are very corrupt; that will not change. Tucson is extremely "Blue"; that will not change. Those two things result in some of the observations made in this video.

@ladykfilmartproductions273

11 ай бұрын

Explain how the blue government is corrupt. Lol. Oh wait you can't do that can you. It's exactly one main reason why I LOVE Tucson. So....start 'splainin'

I’m new to Tucson but I did a lot of research before I moved here. I knew what to expect as far as climate, cost of living, etc. I did not know neighborhoods very well, but I learned quickly and I found areas a little north which I like. I’ve been reading a lot of the comments and I’m completely blown away by so many about how expensive housing is in Tucson. I moved here from San Francisco, where a 3-bedroom house would cost at least $1.3 million (that is very much on the low end and hard to find), in Tucson it’s around $308,000. Rent for 2 bedroom apartments in SF start about $3500+ for maybe 750 square feet, while in Tucson it’s more like $1400 for 1200 square feet. So forgive me for laughing just a little. I do understand that wages are lower, but I’ve done comparisons there too, and they are not different enough to account for the difference in housing costs. Anyway, I think I will like this somewhat alien city, the views and sunsets are awesome, and I am looking forward to finally having time to explore the hiking trails and the parks and desert areas.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for your insight! I really appreciate your point of view! I get a lot of comments on this channel, including all the pros and cons of the city. While I appreciate all views, I do think Tucson is a city that is extremely diverse: some areas have expensive real estate, some don’t. Some have great schools/jobs/neighborhoods/traditionally low crime, other areas don’t. If someone can find an area of town that suits them and works for them, they might be very happy here. I hope you are happy here too! Welcome to Tucson Arizona! 🥰🌵☀️

I lived in Tucson for eight years. We lived on the east side on the very edge of the city. We had a beautiful neighborhood called Civano. We did not quite live in Vail. The scenery is absolutely unbelievable. If you are used to green and lush vegetation it is a bit of a shock but you’ll eventually get used to it and learn the beauty of the desert.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

I love Civano. I mention it in one of my videos about my favorite neighborhoods in Tucson 🥰

@knockharder3554

Жыл бұрын

Civano is awesome.

@TeezyT_Sunrise

Жыл бұрын

KZread Teezy T Pandemic Struggling. Song says it all.

Lived here for 30 years, love the winters, summer is unbearable unless you have air conditioning and not a swamp cooler. Roads are bad, rent has gone sky high, crime is worse than it ever was, homeless are taking over too many parks and street corners, drug addicts are everywhere. Jobs are available, employees change constantly, no work ethics. But that’s everywhere you go now. Considering all the downs about Tucson I still like living here!

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

All true… and despite it all I really like living here too!!! 🥰🌵☀️

The cunning plan of the county supervisors was to inhibit the ability of people to drive around the city, to promote the development of neighborhoods. I like the heat of the summer: It is good practice for my afterlife.

@dannyhuelva4897

Жыл бұрын

What the heck afterlife are you talking about?

@DonMeaker

Жыл бұрын

@@dannyhuelva4897 the hell you say?

@dannyhuelva4897

Жыл бұрын

@@DonMeaker Sorry about that. That was only a joke. But I did get what you meant in the last sentence.

Solid list. I hadn't considered some of these as being a problem everywhere. I think the summer Heat is likely a most places problem too. I have family in Illinois and it is only slightly cooler in the summer and unbearable cold in the winter. Meaning at least 6 months out of the year, you don't even want to walk outside. At least it is only 4 months for us.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

I feel the same way! And in the summer I don’t really mind going outside first thing in the morning; it’s not that bad. By the way I love your channel! I’ve been following your videos for a while and you give great advice!

@yourdrinkingbuddy

2 жыл бұрын

@@TucsonArizona thank you! That is awesome to hear!

I was born in Yonkers New York, and moved to Tucson in 1986. At first, I couldn't stand it here, and now I wouldn't want to live anywhere else. I've been working for the City of Tucson for almost 19yrs now, and it's a great organization to work for.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Very cool! I’m so glad you’re happy here!

I'm born&raised here too,I'm 25y/o and will tell u if u have a kid don't move to Tucson , were only a couple hundred miles from the border that means that a lot of the Mexican cartel comes through this town and use this town as a distribution for the rest of the United States illegal drugs, by 10 years old I was smoking weed and by 15 years old I was smoking meth and not only me but a lot of other kids 75% of the people I grew up with are either in jail dead or strung out on the street oh, we also are like number 50 of the worst education here in Arizona, just be careful! I am maybe look up the crime rate here in Tucson as well!

@starburst9053

2 жыл бұрын

1000%. It happened to my siblings, we moved here while growing up and my siblings are now wrapped up stuck in that lifestyle which is something none of us could have ever imagined them doing. It's best not to have kids here

Thank you for your videos! Keep up the great work! I’m from “humid” and “flat” Florida and I’ve learned a lot about Tucson from your channel and what it has to offer. Thanks again for your content! I Love Arizona especially ❤️Tucson❤️ and the desert southwest is my favorite part of the country for sure. I went on a road trip out west last summer and I really enjoyed my stop in the Tucson area. I visited Saguaro National Park and drove through some residential areas to see the real estate. I really like the desert style homes with the “zero maintenance” desert landscaping. One of the biggest selling points is not having any grass to mow, water and fertilize. Here in Florida it’s an ongoing battle with maintaining your lawn! I’ve only explored a portion of Tucson and I fell in love with it! The dry air was wonderful and the mountain scenery was beautiful! I can never get tired of viewing the desert mountains especially living in the eastern portion of the country all my life. I was depressed when leaving Arizona and having to drive back to Florida… My goal is to buy a new construction home in Oro Valley or Vail areas. I may start off by living in Tucson during hurricane season and live in Florida in the winter months. If I can see the mountains through my windows and backyard I’ll be extremely happy. I’m pretty sure the price tag for homes located close to the mountains will be higher. [This comment was posted by your future Tucson resident] ❤️🌵🌴🚵‍♂️🌞

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Great to hear from you! So glad you enjoyed your trip to Tucson and I’m also thrilled that you like the channel! If you need any help learning more about the city or eventually purchasing a home (New or existing construction) here, I would love to work with you! Have a great rest of your weekend! 😎🌵☀️🏠

You did an excellent job with addressing concerns. Basically, the complaints people have shared with you are everywhere and it doesn’t matter if it’s a town or city. Overall, the weather, the big town feel, UA, scenery, diversity and more are very attractive. I am now in OK, but I miss Tucson greatly. And as far as places in AZ to live, Tucson is hands down the best place to live.

@TucsonArizona

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for checking out the channel!

I lived in Tucson, AZ with parents from 1985-1988. Much smaller town back then. I was probably a little kid about 12 years old. I went to Naylor Middle School on Columbus. I couldn't agree with you more on Tucson. It's a very nice small town but it does have its downsides. Its great for retirees and low cost of living. Not much industry, not many good paying jobs and yes its hot in summer. The crime can't be half as bad as in a big city like where i currently live now. I would consider coming back to Tucson when I retire someday. The best place to live in Tucson is up toward the Catalina Foothills. Tucson has a lot of history and is worth paying a visit. Arizona The Grand Canyon State is a beautiful state with all the mountains. Hope to be back someday and visit the valley of the sun.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

I’m glad you have such fond memories of the city! 🌵☀️😎 Tucson would be happy to have you back any time!

If all goes well in the next 4 years, I will be retiring in Tucson. I love the city, the people and the food but mostly I love the Loop bike trail.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

The loop is awesome! Tucson will be happy to have you!

I moved here two years ago after 19 years in Boston. Yes, I knew it was going to be a change, but I was ready to experience a new part of this beautiful country (grew up in Midwest). A colleague’s parents had retired here and he was very positive about his memories of visits which helped me keep an open mind. I was warned by someone about the various pockets of crime so I spent a lot of time searching for a place I felt comfortable, but I don’t think it’s much different than any place else. Many of these complaints are all relative. Most places I,ve lived have had similar problems with roads. I live about 15 min from campus, where I work and most roads are fine. There is one bad patch along my commute. The rest is great. My complaint is the large pay cut I took to live here. The only thing that costs less here is housing, but that has gone up quite a bit in the last two years. I was dumb enough to believe them when they said the cost of living was different, so that is my biggest complaint. The state itself has a terrible ranking for schools, but I just heard from a faculty member who’s kids went to a charter school (now in college) the same thing mentioned in the video. As for the homeless, my bro lives in CA and says other states have literally bussed their homeless there. It is a much better climate (except summer) to be homeless in. Though again, most every major city has homeless people in particular areas. I’m looking forward to some of the many outdoor festivals and cultural events returning as I have not experienced those (or much of anything) yet due to the pandemic. Would love to hear what some of the local favorite festivals are!

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all your input. I truly feel that things have been so different in the past two years in this city, (and everywhere). I completely agree about the cost of living and the pay cuts that people often take when they come here. We really don’t have a lot of high-paying jobs here. But we are very popular for retirees and snowbirds and university students, (most of whom don’t worry about having a high-paying job here because that’s not their main priority). So we’re definitely not the high-paying city that a lot of families are looking for; Phoenix has those types of jobs. When things are normal, Tucson has a lot of fun shows, parades, street fairs, farmers markets, museums open, and so many outdoor adventures that can be had here. Wishing you more fun in Tucson in the upcoming years! 😎

One problem is that it's hyperliberal. So the local government wastes lots of money on social programs, but neglects basic things like roads, firemen or police.

@Bigginzz

2 жыл бұрын

also keep in mind the city is accepting 300-500 afghan refuges, idk why though since there plenty of homeless people in Downtown and on Golf Links near Davis Monthan who could use a hand. but i guess they would rather help people on the other side of the wolrd rather than people who have been homeless here for awhile

@abrahamsoto6229

2 жыл бұрын

It's a shame Tucson didn't fight to keep some the MLB teams who used to do their spring training there now they've been losing that revenue to Mesa, Scottsdale, Peoria & Surprise. Another thing it's seems they frown upon is on those who wanna start a business by having them cut through so much red tape which makes no sense SMH 🤦🏽‍♂️

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

I agree I miss those MLB teams!

As for the poverty and homeless.. you know where I never see it? St George Utah. I visit 20x a year at least, very very rarely will you see homeless there. Wonder how they accomplish that.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Honestly, Utah is a special place… if anyone can find a way to fight off something like poverty, it’s Utah. 👍❤️

@Lululila67

2 жыл бұрын

Bussing their homeless out. Google it. States put them homeless on buses and send them to other states.

Love your common sense approach to evaluating Tucson. Yes, there are good and bad as there are for every other city in the US. Personally, as a San Franciscan, I could not handle the desert temp, but know that there are people who "love the heat". Frankly, the so-called "worst things about Tucson" show that Tucson is no different from any other city in the US.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

True 😉 Thanks for checking out the channel!

These are 100% accurate. I was born and raised here. One thing I love is how much Mexican food we have. One thing I hate is how many hospitals we have for when moms are in labor. My sister had to drive 45 minutes to get to a hospital and I had to drive 50 minutes to get to one.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking out the channel! 🌵☀️😎

I miss Tucson so much, was there for 15 yrs and did a stupid thing and moved back to Texas. 😭

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Both great states! 😎🌵☀️ Thanks for checking out the channel! I’m so glad you liked Tucson when you lived here!

I moved to Tucson less than a week ago to go to graduate school (originally from Wyoming), and your channel has been extremely helpful!

@TucsonArizona

Жыл бұрын

Excellent! Let me know if I can make any additional videos with information you would find helpful! Thank you for checking out the channel!

We have spent the past 5 winters here. We absolutely love Tucson. The weather, culture, restaurants and small town feel is something we both fell in love with. Our only complaint is the litter along the freeway and some boulevards. Tucson can do so much better controlling litter such as harsher fines, requiring loads to be covered. We are from Alaska and most cities have banned plastic bags. It has made an incredible difference!

@TucsonArizona

Жыл бұрын

Good idea! Thanks so much for sharing! So glad you like Tucson! I don’t like the freeway trash either

I do thoroughly appreciate the fact that Tucson "is not know for BIG business; it is known for it's natural beauty, desert and arts". And I am glad you emphasized that most Tucsonans would prefer it to remain that way. You folks truly DO NOT want to go the way of Phoenix! Believe me.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

I like Phoenix too because there’s a lot of fun stuff to do there, but I prefer Tucson for all the reasons you just mentioned. 👍☺️

@marklouis1890

2 жыл бұрын

No we do not I agree

@marklouis1890

2 жыл бұрын

@@TucsonArizona I love living in Tucson. It's affordable and has lovely weather outside of the summer months and it's beautiful but if you want more entertaining things to do Phoenix is your best bet

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

I completely agree! Thanks!

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Haha

Born and raised in Tucson so when this video came across my feed, I had to click and watch. Once I got to :35 and your comment about believing everyone deserves to have their voice heard, I decided I was going to become a subscriber and supporter of your channel. 🤗 It is people like you that make Tucson great. 💕💪🏻 God Bless you, your family and future! 🙏🏼 Now, back to the video. ☺️

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

So sweet of you! Thank you so much! I love Tucson and all of its imperfections! 😁😁😁 Feel free to tell the world all your favorite (or least favorite) things about Tucson in these comments 😎🌵☀️

@nataliereedy850

2 жыл бұрын

Agree!!! I love my city. There's so much history in Tucson. I was born at TMC in 1958. Graduated from Flowing Wells and want my ashes sprinkled on Mt. Lemon, so I can eventually spend eternity in Sabino Canyon. And let's not forget to FOOD!

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Such good FOOOOD!!! 😁😋

Heat cracks the road… it’s common in desert roads… Texas, California, Nevada, and north mexico …

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

True

I was born at the Univerity hospital... 1969. there is a street named for my dad. I have never liked the lack of turn arrows at huge intersections.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Very cool… what is the street named after your dad?

Tucson has become a racetrack (with a speed limit) all night long. Since when is that allowed & where is the law? There is so much trash & dog waste. Pick it up, people! It's the law. So much for going out for a walk along the wash & enjoying the occasional desert creature that may run across the path. I spend more time counting piles of dog waste than sightseeing! Listen up, you inconsiderate creeps! Pick up after your domesticated dog because it's the law & you are not exempt!

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Totally agree with you, it is important to respect others (and the law). Thanks for checking out the channel!

My heart belongs to Tucson 1991-2009. I still live here but my poor Tucson has changed beyond repair. All great one of a kind restaurants are gone along with the Cactus Moon and Eddie's lounge. There is no place to go dancing now. The entire vibe of this city has taken a huge downturn, with all the California and other people flooding our city we are not able to drive peacefully on our streets or buy a home. Home prices have gone up 40% at least in the last 2 years. My precious Tucson that I have lived in for 30 years and visited since 1967 is a bygone era now. There is nothing here to be happy about except the beauty of the Catalina mountains. This grieves me to no end as there is no other place to live in Arizona that would match Tucson from the 1920s through the 1990s.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

I know exactly what you mean as far as changing and certain restaurants closing, but as Tucson grows out, some of our suburbs are really cool too. I still love the Foothills, (and even though houses are expensive there, the condos and townhomes are still very affordable). Our suburbs are really cute and have a lot to offer in the way of views and restaurants and “smaller town” vibes. And Mount Lemmon, Sabino Canyon, and the Desert Museum are still some of my favorite places in the world! I have seen many Tucson changes in the last 40 years, (some good, some bad), but I still love Tucson’s beauty, food, architecture, and people. Thank you so much for your view and comment! I appreciate you checking out the channel! 🌵☀️❤️

Hi Kimberly 😎 Arizona Desert Rat Here..Born in 1959 and live by Park Place Mall since 1999 from the Southside Airport Area

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking out the channel!

I grew up in Oro Valley and it's absolutely beautiful. New roads, nice houses, and amazing view of the mountains.

@TucsonArizona

Жыл бұрын

I looove Oro Valley!

I worked at the Miraval in 2014 and had never been to Arizona. Man Tucson made me just LOVE the desert and Arizona specifically. Love the mountains, food, even the weather. I was sad I had to leave before monsoon season as I heard they are quite a sight. I also quickly became a fan of U of A basketball. Bear down! Love Tucson!

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

That’s in a beautiful area! I’m so glad you got to experience our city and that you had a great experience! Aren’t the mountains amazing? Thanks so much for checking out the channel, and for the view and comment!

Every state and cities have their faults. I absolutely love Tucson and l have been there at every time of year. Trust me Tucson is comfortable in the summer compared to my home state of Texas, and l mean south Texas. Try 99 degrees with 90 percent humidity. I had friends from Arizona that have told me Texas has got the crown for heat.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

I completely agree! And I absolutely love the heat, so to me, that has never been a negative 😁☀️😎… thanks so much for visiting the channel!

@jaygunter3828

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, the heat isn't that bad. I was in North and South Carolina for summers and the humidity sucked far more.

@juanramos9660

2 жыл бұрын

@@jaygunter3828 Thanks, finally someone who understands what a difference the humidity makes.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! I agree! Thanks for the comment!

I'm a Third Generation TUCSON NATIVE AMERICAN YAQUI INDIAN..Born in 1959 "Proud Baby Boomer"👍

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking out the channel! Let me know if there are some other videos I should make about Tucson and the surrounding areas 🌵☀️😎

Having lived in many Michigan cities, the roads here in Tucson are not that bad. I love it here.

@TucsonArizona

Жыл бұрын

I really appreciate that feedback! I have never been to Michigan so I did not have it to compare to!

4:11 lies!! The traffic isn't just bad at rush hour....it's bad all the time. I don't know what city your talking about but as a door dasher, uber driver, this was some of the worst driving I've ever seen. The infrastructure is broken....traffic does not flow it scurried about in a wobbly manor. People rarely understood simple traffic laws, especially on the freeway. So fast on city streets but then they hug the right lane on the freeway like their lives depend on it. Also what's up with the random crosswalks.....??? They completely kill any flow of traffic, for one nut crossing a 6 lane road!!! I can't understand this!! Your not being very bias as far as the traffic is concerned. It's broken.....the traffic is broken!!!!

@pranishs.1477

2 жыл бұрын

Realistically all she really said was the best compared to all the other cities traffic from the experience she’s had

I love the mountains they are my favorite

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Me too! ☺️❤️🏔

Try living in Philadelphia and you will appreciate Tucson when it comes to rough roads, traffic and snow

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Ha ha, I guess it’s all relative 😁 i’ve been to many places where the roads are much worse, and I’ve been to many places where the roads are much better… I guess it just depends on what you’re used to! Thanks so much for the view and comment!

Arizona is a mining state. My dad and grandfathers are retired miners. Born and raised here I love my state. Homelessness is in every state.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Completely agree. And yes, Arizona is proud of their copper mines! I toured the old mines in Bisbee about a year ago-so cool!

@moonlit9924

2 жыл бұрын

@@TucsonArizona I love Arizona.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Me too ❤️😎🌵☀️

I lived in Tucson for 4 years. It is honestly a sleepy town I appreciate but not for the long term. The homeless population is getting out of hand there!

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking out the channel!

@michaelellringer5600

2 жыл бұрын

As in any city in this country!

it's a good city when there are people like you.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind words! I know Tucson isn’t perfect but I love it here and I’m very happy here! ❤️😁

I recently moved from Tuscon, Arizona. My family and I lived there for a little over 7 years before moving back to where I was born. I can agree that these are probably the worst things about Tuscon.

@TucsonArizona

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for the view and comment!

Speaking of the roads in Tucson, what happened to all the money the state is making from the lottery? I'd like to know exactly where that money goes because it sure isn't going to fixing our roads.

@TucsonArizona

Жыл бұрын

Good question!!!

I recently visited Tucson Arizona. I’m from Los Angeles CA, and honestly it was beautiful I love the scenery of the mountains and the art. I never saw the homelessness as bad as people proclaim it to be. Yes it is a city in development because there were lots of roadwork especially in the downtown area but they have great food and lots of places to shop around. Living in a overpopulated city traffic in Tucson was not an issue at all. My only few cons would be 1) heat and 2) we had to travel sometimes 20-30 to each destination because the places we wanted to see were far. One final comment the people in Tucson were all very very friendly and welcoming.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for checking out the channel and for your kind words about our city! I love it here too! I think just like all cities, some areas are nicer than others. I agree that our food is fantastic here. So glad you enjoyed yourself! ❤️😎🌵☀️

@livinthedream4479

2 жыл бұрын

A city in development?! Hmmm if you call development living with crappy roads for as long as I can remember development then I guess that’s a polite way to say it. The county mishandles money and diverts it to pet projects that don’t benefit but a small portion of people and some that never benefit anyone.

@livinthedream4479

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah no it’s not that it’s in development, it’s that they wait until there’s disastrous roads and traffic to do anything. People tend to stay in their part of town to shop since it takes 45 min to travel to the other side of town.

@escape2064

Жыл бұрын

Move back!

What a great video!

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I appreciate the feedback!

Born and raised here ! Please listen to the headline! I’m sick of the people that are ruining this city . The freeway has been under construction for years and it never stops . The roads suck and traffic is getting worse. People are getting worse and inconsiderate.

@TucsonArizona

11 ай бұрын

True ☝️

You can sugarcoat and manipulate the crime statistics, but year in and year out crime is very high in Tucson. The City Police are worthless. Do your research and you will see the Fire Captain who killed his wife and then later his mother in law and her friend; and ran around for years being protected by the Police. The current Sheriff is worthless also. When he was Sheriff before, he employed all his friends who were documented to be on the take. The current Mayor is literally a Socialist. There are other places in Arizona with the same weather and food and less crime and more efficient transportation. And cheaper real estate, too!

Tucson is my favorite Arizona city !!! Love it !!!!!

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

So glad to hear that! Me too! 😎🌵☀️

My fear is that Tucson will succumb to the same fate as California

@Young_buck2423

Жыл бұрын

I hope we don't turn into Phoenix

@TucsonArizona

Жыл бұрын

I don’t know if that will happen. The two cities are pretty different. I like a lot of things about Phoenix but I prefer Tucson. Thanks for the view and comment!

@dplorbl

Жыл бұрын

Already is; look at the crime, the “mental illness”, developers padding the wallets of council members…and of course, back slapping politicians

@TeezyT_Sunrise

Жыл бұрын

KZread Teezy T Pandemic Struggling. Songs the real deal.

@bigskygemsmontana9464

Жыл бұрын

It already has and is awful.

I moved to Tucson about 8 years ago and I love it here! My family is out in a Ohio and their roads in Columbus are worse than Tucson.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for sharing! I’m so glad you are happy here! I love this place! Lots to offer both visitors and residents! 😎🌵☀️❤️

I could never understand why the roads near valencia and country club are so ghetto. What a horrible first impression of visitors. I wish they would improve the south side roads. Plus all the roads near the highway are crappy too.

@TucsonArizona

3 ай бұрын

We’ve always wondered the same thing!

Tucson is waaay to liberal. No freeway system. They build houses on every square inch of land. The worst roads ever. Looks so trashy and dirty as you drive thru I-10. Terrible city planning and city council. Beautiful mountains and great hiking.

Thank you for touching base on the traffic here (among everything else you touched base on). I'm originally from Colorado, more recently the Denver area and have had to commute through Denver multiple times. A former boss of mine lived in Vegas. I've traveled through other cities, and going through Texas in general during this last Thanksgiving season was a nightmare! Even I get annoyed with the traffic flow and stoplights (granted, I'm also the type to leave at the last minute alot to get to work). But here's the thing... you have aggressive drivers, slow drivers, rude and stupid drivers, and traffic jams... everywhere! Everywhere big enough, anyways. In my opinion and limited experience, Tucson driving really isn't that bad. If you leave at a decent time and have it figured out, you'll get there on time. My work commute basically takes me just about as long every time, with very little difference. And then, after work, it's nice to be chill. Also, yes, we have alot of homeless people here all over town. But again, comparatively speaking, it's not as bad as other major cities where you have tent cities lining the streets and paraphernalia you would rather not step in or nearby. It's pretty spread out here, of which can be nice or annoying... depending on your preference or mood at the moment. Lol. Also, like a guy I used to work with said "you want snow? Drive 45 minutes. You'll find snow".

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking out the channel and for your comment! Have a great week! 🌵😎☀️

@JayNohh

2 жыл бұрын

@@TucsonArizona No problem, and thank you! You have a great week as well! 😊🌵☉

I used to live in Tucson and I loved it, minus the heat! Now we are in Indiana, winters may be brutal, but I can handle it , again, minus the snow.

@TucsonArizona

4 ай бұрын

Thanks for the view and comment!

This is totally right on. I have lived on the east side of Tucson for 22 years. I have watched it change. Slowly but surely sliding downhill. So that just pushes everybody further east and further north. To me the roads and the road quality is appalling here. My small Hometown in Washington State only had gravel roads. The dirt roads around there are less bumpy and better maintained than these horrible roads here in tucson. The city should be ashamed, honestly. The city, the city workers, the roadway Construction companies that they subcontract should all be ashamed. I could go on for hours about how horrible they are but I wouldn't live anywhere else.

@TucsonArizona

Жыл бұрын

Agreed!

The biggest issue I have with Tucson,and I have lived here my whole life, born in 1974, is the influx of illegals, when I was a kid you rarely heard anything other than English, the language of our country, now you constantly hear Spanglish everywhere, you can't get away from it. Also, the Californians have made the real estate market stupid expensive for anywhere that doesn't have hispanic gangs tagging everything they can.

@johngaltman

2 жыл бұрын

@ajonesL1 You're history is incorrect, of course depending on what you mean by long... The Spanish claimed this area before the Mexicans (which got independence in 1821), and it then became American territory in 1848, (It was literally called the uninhabited part of Northern Mexico, after that whole Mexican-American war) so it was part of Mexico for what, 27 years and was uninhabited by such people, and has been American territory for 173 year. So, if you are here and are a Mexican, you are an illegal. If you are here and you are an American, well you're exactly where you are supposed to be...

The 8 days we spent in Tucson were so amazing and I loved the heat. Besides Alaska, Tucson has been the most beautiful overall place I've seen in landscape. You don't have a traffic problem and I say that having lived all over the US and traveled to many places. It was so easy to get around but yes, it took a while to get from one side to the other but the views were amazing to help pass the time lol. We loved a used book/music/etc. store you all have there called Bookman's on Speedway Rd. I think it was. And of course Eegee's!! We ate there 3 times. A few things I didn't like about Tucson: 1. Sun goes down too fast because no daylight savings time. By 7 it was dark. 2. Backyard space is hard to find in housing. 3. Tarantulas! We saw 4 on our path hiking and one got on my daughter's leg! 4. Having to wear sunscreen - we got burnt first hour outside, so we had to wear sunscreen the rest of the time when we went hiking or swimming. It was frustrating because I can be out a long time here in Ohio at 90 degrees and never get burned but 30 minutes in Tucson and I already start burning. Maybe because closer to the equator and more direct sun?? I think a wide brimmed hat is a must if you'll be outside a while and long sleeves if you don't want to wear sunscreen.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

All good points! I’m so glad you enjoyed your trip overall, and yes, Bookmans is awesome!!! I should do a video just on that place! 😁 coincidentally, I will have a video coming out soon about spiders and other bugs and pests in the city, so thanks for mentioning the tarantulas! I’ll be sure to include! And yes I know Arizona is kind of weird with the no daylight savings time thing… depending on the time of year you are here, the sun will go down earlier than many other places. Thanks so much for the comment and again I’m so glad you had a good trip!!!

@yungplex9503

2 жыл бұрын

Nope move to Sedona if you treasure a view that much.

@bev7236

2 жыл бұрын

@@yungplex9503 Sedona has pretty rocks lol but the higher elevation didn't make it enjoyable for me.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

I love Sedona to visit but it is expensive to live in! And yes higher elevation, so it’s definitely different from Tucson in many ways…

I have lived in Tucson since 2012 so 11 years. I am personally not a fan and I am working on moving. But like you said it isn’t for everyone. If someone enjoys desert scenery and can handle the heat. The education system in Tucson isn’t the best but it’s not the worst either in the state. As far as jobs go, I would hope that if someone was planning on moving here that they would do research and make sure that there are jobs that they are qualified for in this area

@TucsonArizona

Жыл бұрын

I agree. Tucson is not for everyone and people should do the research before they move here

Some negative features of Tucson not possible to hide. If you are strongly reccomended to relocate to Tucson, further disappointment quite possible if not to be prepared. Kimberly gave us honest and comprehensive overview to make the right decision.

@TucsonArizona

6 ай бұрын

That you so much for the kind words. I try to be honest and open about our imperfections.

I left Tucson 25 years ago and never went back!!!

@shawnhill3482

2 жыл бұрын

We didn't miss ya!😂

@jenniferjoseph1560

2 жыл бұрын

I'm leaving asap! I hope you are settled and happy! Cheers!

Moves here from back east, love my view of Rincon and Mt Lemon. The heat sucks honestly it wears on you The people are not nearly as friendly. I grew up in a melting pot but yea not friendly much, could be do to my career choice. Roads suck, people don't drive very well especially snow birds. Watch out in the winter when they go across three lanes without notice. Too many mentally ill, drug addicted folks but it's a city so it is what it is. Homeless everywhere, yea it's a city. Property crime is crazy high, left Catalina hills and moved to East side based on co-workers advice. East side has more property crime and get use to hearing random gunshots at 1am. Police are understaffed as they are across the nation because of the false narrative so don't expect anyone to get there fast. The good, I ride a mc on the daily and cycling too. Great roads (not surface it sucks) and great places to camp even during the summer. The economy and pay are disproportionate. Rent is higher than it should be for what you get. Food is a great, it you like Mexican food it's the epicenter. Can't find a good NYC pizza, some come close but most don't. They do have a great bar called franks who is a native of my hometown. Steeler Nation is represented here. Lots of burgh people so that cool. My daughter lives in Bear Canyon, beautiful but rent is crazy high. My other one lives just outside Phoenix and the rent is even higher. Let's see if I e left anything out🤔. I am looking to move into Northern AZ, at least up there you can have a change of season to some degree and cold weather sounds good especially for camping. Oh also tons of BLM land and national forest. Can't beat that when diapereei camping.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your feedback about the city! And thanks for checking out the channel!

@Wildirishmanbiker

2 жыл бұрын

You are most welcomed!

@SkyvatorProductions

2 жыл бұрын

I used to live in Tucson, I live in Phoenix now. I'm glad I left Tucson. Best decision I made!

@Wildirishmanbiker

2 жыл бұрын

@@SkyvatorProductions wow really? More peeps up that way and traffic is crazy high. May make a transfer down to Sierra Vista. They have mtns and crickets.

@SkyvatorProductions

2 жыл бұрын

@@Wildirishmanbiker I chose to move to Phoenix because I prefer bigger cities and I like Phoenix a lot better. I didn't really like Tucson much. It felt a little like El Paso, TX, where I'm from originally. Phoenix is just more for me.

This is a great and informative presentation. Kimberly, thank you for a fair, honest, and very well-researched infomercial. I moved here from Boston at Christmastime, 2005, and I, too, love Tucson. To be sure, all of the issues to which you call attention are a part of Tucson's reality, but every location, no matter where that may be will have its unique and wonderful characteristics as well as some negative drawbacks. I often hear people make the mistake of comparing Tucson to Phoenix; in my opinion the two cities are apples and oranges; that is to say they are extremely different from each other, both have significant strengths and weaknesses. If someone is considering living in one or the other of these two great southwestern cities, your decision making should be made on a consideration based on the merits of each city independently. I have lived in both cities, they are both fabulous in their own way. I can also tell you I am so happy here in Tucson that I don't care if I ever get back to Boston. If I never do, that would be just fine with me.

@TucsonArizona

Жыл бұрын

I love it here! ♥️🌵😎☀️

I've done research on Tucson because my fiance is currently staying with her aunt and uncle, but I've noticed that besides golf and hiking, there is absolutely nothing to do there or most places in Arizona

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

We do have a lot of hiking and golf, that’s true, but we also have a lot of cycling and mountain biking and swimming and rock climbing opportunities here. We have a lot of spas and restaurants and museums and parks and shopping opportunities. We don’t have professional sports teams but you can get those in Phoenix which is a two hour drive away. We don’t have beaches but San Diego and Rocky Point aren’t far either. We have a lot of local events such as the gem and mineral show, 4th Avenue street fair, tour de Tucson, Rodeo Parade, and Winterhaven Lights every year…we even having skiing on Mount Lemmon every winter… I’m always busy and always find something to do but I like most of those activities so I have fun. I post a lot on this channel about things to do in Tucson. Thanks for checking out the channel!

I've been coming to Tucson for over 20 years- I even stayed one year for three months. This year I noticed that there was so much trash around- piles of it in nature and beautiful areas. Also lots of vandalism. It made me very sad that my favorite city was falling victim to the dark side.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

I agree, some areas have more trash than ever before. Looks really bad. A lot of that just popped up in the last year or two. Not good 😔

@michaelellringer5600

2 жыл бұрын

I love cities with lots of "hairs out of place", they're more generic and honest. Having moved from Las Vegas with too many hair in place, I love, love, love this quaint city. No city like it!

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

So glad you are happy here!

@natureisbeautiful8994

Жыл бұрын

Homeless population has multiplied since Covid. They are the reason for a lot of the trash 😢

Tucson is a TOILET!!!!

I love 💕 Tucson but, It’s so difficult 😞 to find a job for seniors 😢…!!!

@TucsonArizona

Жыл бұрын

I agree

If you come from somewhere else, even Phoenix, you are an outsider and your get treated like one. Tucson is weird like that. It feels like the residents are hiding something and do not want you to get too close or you may find out what it is.

I grew up in Tucson during the late 1950's through the 1960's. I lived on the East side before all the building took place. I attended Palo Verde high school. Tucson is where I became fully aware of all the beauty that surrounded me, and of the world at large. I was ten years old. Tucson is, and always will be in my heart, and I am proud to call Tucson my home.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for those kind words! 🥰🌵

Tucson is beautiful.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I agree! 😁🌵☀️

Tucson is my hometown! (Flowing Wells Class of 2005!) It’s where I bought my first home! I love it and dislike it all at the same time! My biggest complaint is that we don’t have a major freeway connecting east and west. I live by Ironwood Ridge High School, and some of my closest friends live east of Udall Park. It takes me an hour or more to get there. However, with the smaller population footprint, things still feel familiar. I feel I am six degrees of separation from almost all the other native Tucsonans. It’s my home, and even if I move out of the area for work or what have you, I will always be proud to call it home!

@TucsonArizona

7 ай бұрын

I feel exactly the same way. Thanks for checking out the channel.

I feel that the Amphi and Tucson mall area should be kept up better. Do something about empty business building.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed

Wait, how do you call the people from Tucson? Tucsonan, Tucsonian, or Tucsonite? "There are no jobs and a lot of homeless people" Yup. I was at the Tucson Spectrum mall 2 weeks ago and saw a few homeless people near the Best Buy parking lot, reminding me of LA. I hope it never becomes as bad as LA or California in general. Edit: Other than that, I loved revisiting the Saguaro National Park and Catalina Mountains. So beautiful.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

I call people from Tucson “Tucsonans,” but I guess there are several different names we could go by! 😁 i’m so glad you enjoyed Saguaro National Park and the Catalinas! Some of my favorite places in the city!

@betsyross1621

2 жыл бұрын

We have homeless people but not even close to California

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

So so so true…

I know that it has its drawbacks, like every city, but I love this city and enjoy living here. Having been to many cities throughout the USA and Canada, I can say that Tucson is one of my favorite places to live, only a close second to my birthplace of Las Vegas. I love the area, and the climate even though it gets HOR! Yes the roads need work and there are some political things that I disagree with bur for the most part I love this city and its people.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

I agree! I have been many places and I love it here! Thank you for checking out the channel! ❤️👍😁

If you think the roads are bad in Tucson you have never lived in a state that gets snow. Like most cities in the poor areas the roads are the worst. Since we are talking about roads. People in AZ don't know how to keep right. Back east we called them left lane dick's. On a better note, they don't pull out in front of you. There have been many times I would have pulled out with no problem, but they like to wait. Great. You are spot on with the traffic. I lived 55+ years in central NJ. Don't tell me about traffic. Schools suck all over the country. If it's not CRT it's some other BS. Our kids need to know reading, writing (english) and math. Of course history, geography and science as well. As far as homeless. They don't bother you, deal with then as you see fit. I occasionally buy food. I never give cash. The warm climate really brings them. I hardly saw any in Trenton. One thing you missed, it may not interest everyone but AZ is a constitutional carry state. No permit to carry a gun. Open or concealed, in your car, visible or not, loaded or not. After living in NJ it's nice to be able to exercise one of our freedoms. 😁

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Haha everything is relative for sure!

Here are 2 . 25% of the population live below the Federal Poverty Level. This is twice the national average. Pay is very poor in Tucson. Figure most mid-town homes need major repairs (neglect.) Every Circle K has been taken over by the homeless. Been here since 1971.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

I agree with all of this (including the midtown homes part…and I’m a real estate agent so I see a lot of homes all over the city!) Thanks for checking out the channel!

Place is a complete dump. It could have been so nice but mis management appears to have been a long one unbelievable. It’s 2021 and downtown looks like 1960 lol it’s embarrassing moved to Mesa 20 years ago love Phoenix area not as pretty but everybody is friendly and not a liberal

I like Tucson, but we need more roads built here and more freeways , get it together Tucson

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Haha yeah, probably the number 1 complaint I get on this channel is about Tucson roads 😆 Thanks for checking out the channel!

@christophers.o622

2 жыл бұрын

Tony Montes Tucson is run by the 1870's Party whose attitude & mentality are is 1880 & beyond are only street addresses, not years & decades. I lived there & worked there at the Vineyard at DMAFB 15 years-I hated that place so much. I live in Casa Grande which is a lot better than Tucson. The Northern suburbs of Marana,Casas Adobes, Oro Valley & Catalina are a lot & far better than Tucson.

I've lived in Tucson since 1971. There's an old saying: If you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything.

@TucsonArizona

Жыл бұрын

I agree with you. Truth be told I love it in Tucson, but no place is perfect and I wanted to make a video about the things I think the city could work on. But overall Tucson is my home forever and ever 🌵♥️🌵♥️🌵♥️

Lived in Tucson from 70 to 81 loved every minute can't Wait😁 to move back Thanks.

@TucsonArizona

Жыл бұрын

Tucson misses you! 🌵🌵🌵

Thank you for addressing the question about homelessness so tactfully. It’s something a lot of people complain about without realizing: A. Those are people too who have their own lives to live, and B. Why complain when you could help?

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your kind words! I agree with you! ❤️

@stevenhuber2858

2 жыл бұрын

I was homeless for 2 yes I never asked for money, it's a disgusting thing to do , I worked my way out it, I great now

@Blue8spiral

2 жыл бұрын

Since being attacked on the streets three different times, I've started to become very wary of homeless people.

People in general have become very judgemental and very rude. I've noticed the older generation love to frown on the less fortunate population here. Upper class tucsonan's love dehumanizing the homeless population and it truly makes me sick to my stomach. I'm a 90s baby that's been here all my life so its sad to see %80 of the population here would rather kick u while you're down instead of helping you up out of a gutter. I have no hope for this ugly world

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

Sad but true. And I think it’s across the board and across the country, not just Tucson or Arizona. Thanks for checking out the channel! 🌵☀️

i was born and raised in chicago......moved to mesa at age 34........been in tucson 11 years now.................i love it here.

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

I love it here too! We have a ton of people here from Chicago!

My biggest complaints are, everyone drives with high beam on at night.. Blinding bright oncoming traffic is horrible.. And the roads really suck.. Huge potholes and long stretches of really bad asphalt

@TucsonArizona

2 жыл бұрын

I can’t stand our pot holes and bumpy asphalt either. Thanks for the view and comment!