Metropolitan Pima Alliance

CANCELLED Virtual Public Policy Committee
2021-09-28 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Phoenix)
Join MPA and other engaged members to learn more about public policy and process issues facing the development community in Southern Arizona. Our Policy Committee meets monthly and features a new topic of discussion along with exploring ongoing issues.This meeting is open to ALL MPA Members. The link to join the meeting will be sent out the morning of September 28th, to those who have registered.

Cocktails & Connections - Interiors In Design & Shaw Contract
2021-09-23 17:00 - 19:00 | Interiors In Desgin – Cambric Corporate Center, 1820 E. River Road, Suite 104, Tucson, Arizona, 85718
Partners:

At Interiors In Design We are skilled at creating both residential and commercial spaces at a local level and nationwide. From product design to seasonal décor, we work on a broad and small level to deliver design solutions to fit every need. Working with owners, contractors, property managers, investors, developers, builders, and asset managers is what we do best, and we believe the most successful projects are completed with a team mindset. We appreciate what every one of our team members and clients have to offer, and we make a point of each team member being valued and honored. We love working with repeat clients and creating lasting, strong relationships.

Shaw Contract Tucson is Tucson’s only local flooring manufacturer specializing in spaces that allow Southern Arizonans to grow, learn, heal, thrive and enjoy.

This event will take place in the Cambric Corporate Center at 1820 E. River Road, Suite 104, Tucson, AZ 85718

The fourth Thursday of the month, members and nonmembers alike are invited to a member hosted cocktail reception. This event showcases the hosts’ work-space and projects while providing attendees a fun and informal way to make new connections and catch up with old friends.

The host provides food and drinks for about 30-50 MPA and non-MPA members, please feel free to invite whomever! MPA takes care of sending out event invites to the membership, tracking registration, as well as welcoming guests as they arrive.

POSTPONED In-person Monthly Membership Breakfast - Recreational Use Marijuana
2021-09-17 07:30 - 09:00 | Tucson Association of Realtors – Community Room, 2445 N. Tucson Blvd, Tucson, 85716, United States
This month’s Breakfast has been POSTPONED! All pre-purchased tickets will be refunded.
September’s Breakfast meeting will be a panel style presentation focusing on the emerging recreational cannabis industry and some of the positive impact it has had, specifically on the land use and development industry, such as the redevelopment of under-utilized properties. Specifically, we will look at the repurposing of warehouses for growing facilities and the placement of dispensaries within infill areas and neighborhoods.The emphasis will be on policies that guide or limit this property use, development financing, and potential economic impacts the Cannabis Industry brings to a community. The panel will contain experts in their field, addressing the following aspects of this topic: legal, financial and managerial and real property.
This month’s Breakfast is graciously sponsored by:

Check in/Relationship Building: 7:30am-8:00am
Presentation/Breakfast: 8:00am-9:00am

2021 Topgolf with Top Officials
2021-08-26 14:00 - 17:00 | Topgolf, 4050 W Costco Dr., Tucson, AZ, 85741

Virtual Public Policy Committee
2021-08-24 12:00 - 13:00
Join MPA and other engaged members to learn more about public policy and process issues facing the development community in Southern Arizona. Our Policy Committee meets monthly and features a new topic of discussion along with exploring ongoing issues.This meeting is open to ALL MPA Members. The link to join the meeting will be sent out the morning of August 24th, to those who have registered.

VIRTUAL Monthly Membership Breakfast
2021-08-20 08:00 - 09:00
The 3rd Friday of every month, MPA hosts a breakfast open to members and future members. These informative and educational breakfasts can be presentations, panel discussions, debates or forums. Topics cover relevant issues of interest to our community, as they relate to the land use and development industry.Of all areas of commercial real estate, retail has always been the most volatile. Market demand breeds innovation and we have seen retail real estate evolve and change dramatically over the last 100 years to meet those needs. Our August meeting will feature a panel of real estate experts that will provide their predictions and knowledge of what the next step in retail real estate evolution looks like. The discussion will include a discussion on malls, shopping centers, and retail-oriented development and what the future holds for this vibrant and always challenging sector.
The MPA Membership Breakfast is a member benefit. As such, non-members may only attend 1 breakfast a year. The cost to attend virtually at the member rate is $10.00 and non-member rate is $15.00.
The link to join the Breakfast will be sent out 8/19 after 5pm to those who have registered.

Virtual Public Policy Committee
2021-07-27 12:00 - 13:00
Join MPA and other engaged members to learn more about public policy and process issues facing the development community in Southern Arizona. Our Policy Committee meets monthly and features a new topic of discussion along with exploring ongoing issues.This meeting is open to ALL MPA Members. The link to join the meeting will be sent out the morning of July 27, to those who have registered.

IN PERSON Monthly Membership Breakfast - Stock Markets, Economics & Investment Strategies
2021-07-16 07:30 - 09:00 | Tucson Association of Realtors – Community Room, 2445 N. Tucson Blvd, Tucson, 85716, United States
The 3rd Friday of every month, MPA hosts a breakfast open to members and future members. These informative and educational breakfasts can be presentations, panel discussions, debates or forums. Topics cover relevant issues of interest to our community, as they relate to the land use and development industry.Our July Breakfast will be a new and innovative program, to welcome back our Membership to in-person meetings. John Payne, President of Sterling Investments, will be discussing with the Membership the current state of the national and global stock markets, economics and investment strategies.
The MPA Membership Breakfast is a member benefit. As such, non-members may only attend 1 breakfast a year. The cost to attend at the member rate is $30.00 and non-member rate is $45.00. Breakfast will be provided to those who have registered.
Check in/Relationship Building: 7:30am-8:00am
Presentation/Breakfast: 8:00am-9:00am

Cocktails & Connections - Atwell Group & Sunbelt Holdings
2021-06-24 17:00 - 19:00 | Atwell Group & Sunbelt Holdings Office, 250 N Meyer Ave, Suite B, Tucson, 85701
Partners:

Atwell, LLC is a national consulting, engineering, and construction services firm with offices throughout the country that deliver a broad range of strategic and creative solutions to clients in three core markets: real estate and land development, power and energy, and oil and gas. Atwell provides comprehensive turnkey services including land and right of way support, engineering, land surveying, environmental compliance and permitting, and project and program management.
Atwell is recognized as one of the top 500 design firms in the county by Engineering News-Record (ENR), ranking at #121 nationally and #19 in the Southwest region.

Sunbelt Holdings has been a recognized leader in real estate development, management and investment throughout the Southwest since 1979, developing some of the Phoenix Valley’s most beloved residential communities including McDowell Mountain Ranch in Scottsdale, Power Ranch in the East Valley, Vistancia in the Northwest Valley, and most recently Union Park at Norterra in North Phoenix, Windrose in Litchfield Park; and La Estancia, Star Valley and Red Rock Village in Tucson and the Southwest AZ market. They also have several acquisitions of turn-around assets in the Class A office market including the Marina Heights and Hayden Ferry Lakeside projects in Tempe, and the PV303 industrial project in the West Valley. In all, Sunbelt has developed more than 50,000 acres of land. For more information, visit sunbeltholdings.com.

The fourth Thursday of the month, members and nonmembers alike are invited to a member hosted cocktail reception. This event showcases the hosts’ work-space and projects while providing attendees a fun and informal way to make new connections and catch up with old friends.

The host provides food and drinks for about 30-50 MPA and non-MPA members, please feel free to invite whoever! MPA takes care of sending out event invites to the membership, tracking registration, as well as welcoming guests as they arrive.

Virtual Public Policy Committee
2021-06-22 12:00 - 13:00
Join MPA and other engaged members to learn more about public policy and process issues facing the development community in Southern Arizona. Our Policy Committee meets monthly and features a new topic of discussion along with exploring ongoing issues.This meeting is open to ALL MPA Members. The link to join the meeting will be sent out the morning of June 22, to those who have registered.

Virtual Monthly Membership Breakfast - State legislative and Budget Update
2021-06-18 08:00 - 09:00
This month’s virtual Breakfast will be presented by state and local lobbyist, Michael Racy. Michael has over 30 years of experience representing the interests of both the private and public sectors at the state legislature. Attendees will be provided an update on the bills that will be impacting development and economic development in Southern Arizona, as well as the state’s budget.
The MPA Membership Breakfast is a member benefit. As such, non-members may only attend 1 breakfast a year. The cost to attend virtually at the member rate is $10.00 and non-member rate is $15.00.
The link to join the Breakfast will be sent out 6/17 after 5pm to those who have registered. ​

Virtual Public Policy Committee
2021-05-25 12:00 - 13:00
Join MPA and other engaged members to learn more about public policy and process issues facing the development community in Southern Arizona. Our Policy Committee meets monthly and features a new topic of discussion along with exploring ongoing issues.This meeting is open to ALL MPA Members. The link to join the meeting will be sent out the morning of May 25, to those who have registered.

2021 Common Ground Awards
2021-05-14 18:00 - 21:00 | JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa, 3800 W Starr Pass Blvd., Tucson, AZ, 85745, United States
These awards, presented at our annual celebration, recognize community leaders, projects and events demonstrating collaboration to the overall benefit of the community. Honoring more than 250 projects since 2004, this event sells out annually with more than 400 attendees.
We are excited to present this year’s event in a modified format to ensure everyone is safe and comfortable. This year’s Common Ground Awards will take place on the beautiful outdoor terrace, with the reception just below on the lawn, at the JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort, where social distancing will be practiced. Attendees must wear a mask if they are not seated at a table.
*Required dress is cocktail attire, please note this event is outdoor only*
Schedule for the evening
-Reception: 6pm-7pm
-Welcome and Plated Dinner: 7pm-7:45pm
-Award Presentations: 7:45pm-8:45pm
Menu for the evening

Hors D’oeuvres: Grilled Baguette with Manchego Cheese and Honey & Black Bean Spring Roll with Chipotle Dip
Salad: Butter lettuce, strawberries, farmers cheese, toasted almonds, edible summer petals, prickly pear-agave vinaigrette
Entrée: Mosaic root vegetables chicken breast roulade, carnival cauliflower, blistered tomato, purple potato mashed, thyme pan jus
Vegetarian/Vegan/Gluten Free entrée: Quinoa penne pasta, roasted summer vegetables, pomodoro tomato-fennel sauce
Dessert: Carnival Trio – Chocolate cheesecake on a stick, strawberry churro and apple pie eggroll, caramel sauce

Virtual Public Policy Committee
2021-04-27 12:00 - 13:00
Join MPA and other engaged members to learn more about public policy and process issues facing the development community in Southern Arizona. Our Policy Committee meets monthly and features a new topic of discussion along with exploring ongoing issues.April’s meeting will be a discussion of the following:-RTA renewal presentation by Director Farhad MoghimiThis meeting is open to ALL MPA Members. The link to join the meeting will be sent out the morning of April 27, to those who have registered.

Virtual Monthly Membership Breakfast - Innovation through Branding
2021-04-16 08:00 - 09:00
It’s time to rethink the traditional land development process. To reframe branding from a sales tool to a design tool. By focusing on the story at the same time as the strategy developers can bring more innovation to their projects. Innovation that starts with a single Big Idea that can be brought to life across disciplines in service of a holistic vision. In this month’s MPA breakfast session, you’ll see examples from storytelling professionals, local developers, and design experts who will demonstrate how branding a project from the very beginning can lead to more innovative placemaking in the end.
Speakers
-Michael Saucedo, Norris Design
-Stacey Weaks, Norris Design
-Don Bourn, Bourn Companies
The MPA Membership Breakfast is a member benefit. As such, non-members may only attend 1 breakfast a year. The cost to attend virtually at the member rate is $10.00 and non-member rate is $15.00.
This month’s Breakfast is sponsored by Breckenridge Group!

The link to join the meeting will be sent out the evening of the 15th, to those who have registered. Registration ends at 5 PM on April 15th, 2021.

Virtual Public Policy Committee
2021-03-23 12:00 - 13:00
Join MPA and other engaged members to learn more about public policy and process issues facing the development community in Southern Arizona. Our Policy Committee meets monthly and features a new topic of discussion along with exploring ongoing issues.March’s meeting will be a discussion of the following:-Town of Marana non-potable water code amendment: Presentation by Stephen Dean, acting Director-CBD/GPLET update-Tucson Water review process updateThis meeting is open to ALL MPA Members. The link to join the meeting will be sent out the morning of March 23rd, to those who have registered.

Joint Virtual Monthly Membership Breakfast with PCRERC - Exploring the impact of incentives in Arizona
2021-03-18 08:00 - 10:00
This month’s meeting is a partnership with the Pima County Real Estate Research Council. MPA contracted with PCRERC to compile a study researching what development incentives are available within the state of Arizona and which ones have ben successfully utilized to spur economic development.
Presenter: Sara R. Baker, MAI, SRA – Baker, Peterson, Baker & Associates, Inc.Moderator: Allyson Solomon, Executive Director, Metropolitan Pima Alliance
Panelists:Barbra Coffee, CEcD, EDFP, Director of Economic Initiatives at City of TucsonMarcel Dabdoub, Principal, CID HoldingsRoger Karber, Chairman, Aerie Development
The link to join the meeting will be sent out the evening of the 17th, to those who have registered. Registration ends at 5 PM on March 17th, 2021.

CANCELLED - Virtual Public Policy Committee
2021-02-23 16:00 - 17:00
This event has been cancelled.
Join MPA and other engaged members to learn more about public policy and process issues facing the development community in Southern Arizona. Our Policy Committee meets monthly and features a new topic of discussion along with exploring ongoing issues.February’s meeting will be a discussion of the following:-Town of Marana non-potable water code amendment: Presentation by Stephen Dean, acting Director-CBD/GPLET update-City of Tucson Permit Backlog Update: Presentation Scott Clark-COVID business impact update

Virtual Monthly Membership Breakfast - Housing Update: Shortages driving up home prices and rental rates
2021-02-19 08:00 - 09:00
This month’s meeting will be a panel presentation from industry experts in the housing market. We will be looking at the current state of the residential market in two parts:
Part One: How we got here -housing shortage driving up home prices and rental rates—impacting Tucson’s affordability.
-New household formation – millennials moving out of parents’ home, finally, after the housing crisis. Large demographic group
-Life stage changes – empty nesters selling their family homes and moving down to smaller homes nearer amenities
-More recent increase in in-migration from wealthier communities
-Two large buyer groups competing for same home in urban/exurban setting + large investor activity for single family resident rental homes
Part Two: How do we solve the housing shortage . . .
The link to join the meeting will be sent out the evening of the 18th, to those who have registered. Registration ends at 5 PM on February 18th, 2021.
This month’s breakfast is sponsored by Westland Resources!

Programming Committee
2021-02-10 16:00 - 17:00, 2021-01-13 16:00 - 17:00 | Culinary Dropout, 2543 E Grant Rd., Tucson, AZ, 85716, United States
The Programming Committee is a mix of members plugged into the community who work hard to provide stimulating and educational topics for the monthly breakfasts, who meet quarterly throughout the year. Should you have an idea for a breakfast topic, please contact MPA staff.

Membership Committee
2021-01-28 08:30 - 09:30
This is the monthly meeting of MPA’s Membership Committee. This committee brainstorms new ways to increase member retention, involvement and how to recruit new members to join our organization.
This committee is always looking for new attendees who want to build relationships with other members. The Membership Committee is open to all employees of MPA member companies and organizations.
Interested in joining? Contact MPA Staff!

Virtual Public Policy Committee
2021-01-26 16:00 - 17:00
Join MPA and other engaged members to learn more about public policy and process issues facing the development community in Southern Arizona. Our Policy Committee meets monthly and features a new topic of discussion along with exploring ongoing issues.January’s meeting will be a discussion of the following:Town of Marana non-potable water code amendmentCity of Tucson PADA proposed fee and ratesPima County Board Chair Election updateCOVID business impact updateThis meeting is open to ALL MPA Members. The link to join the meeting will be sent out the morning of January 26th, to those who have registered.

Virtual Monthly Membership Breakfast - Market Update and 2021 Forecast
2021-01-15 08:00 - 09:00
The 3rd Friday of every month, MPA hosts a breakfast open to members and future members. These informative and educational breakfasts can be presentations, panel discussions, debates or forums. Topics cover relevant issues of interest to our community, as they relate to the land use and development industry.
This month’s meeting will be a panel presentation from industry experts in the markets of multi-family, commercial, office and industrial. The panelists will provide an update on the trends being experienced in their market segments along with any predictions they have for the coming year. The Panelists are listed below:Bill Rodewald: Harsch Investment PropertiesGeorge Larsen: Larsen BakerRob Tomlinson: Cushman & Wakefield | PICOR
This month’s breakfast is sponsored by BoomPix Media!

The link to join the meeting will be sent out the evening of the 14th, to those who have registered. Registration ends at 5 PM on January 14, 2021.

Virtual Monthly Membership Breakfast - State and Local Elections and Legislative Update
2020-12-18 08:00 - 09:00
The 3rd Friday of every month, MPA hosts a breakfast open to members and future members. These informative and educational breakfasts can be presentations, panel discussions, debates or forums. Topics cover relevant issues of interest to our community, as they relate to the land use and development industry.

This month’s meeting will be focused on the results of the 2020 election on Pima County’s representation, both at the state and locally by Michael Racy. This is a great opportunity to learn more about the less discussed, but equally impactful, state and local elections. Member tickets: $10Non-Member tickets: $15The link to join the meeting will be sent out the evening of the 17th, to those who have registered. Registration ends at 5 PM on December 17th, 2020.

Virtual Public Policy Committee - State and Local Election Recap
2020-11-24 16:00 - 17:00
This month’s meeting will be focused on the results of the 2020 election on Pima County’s representation, both at the state and locally by Michael Racy. This is a great opportunity to learn more about the less discussed, but equally impactful, state and local elections. This meeting is open to ALL MPA Members. The link to join the meeting will be sent out the morning of November 24th, to those who have registered.

Virtual Monthly Membership Breakfast - Student Housing Update
2020-11-20 08:00 - 09:00
November’s Breakfast is an update on the student housing market in Tucson. Presenters will address the following questions and topics:How has it been impacted by COVID, is the market close to saturation, has COVID changed the way student housing projects will be designed in the future? Our three student housing panel experts are:*Tom Warne, JL Investments**Jane McCollum, Marshall Foundation**Eric Grimm, Core Spaces*Member tickets: $10Non-Member tickets: $15The link to join the meeting will be sent out the evening of the 19th, to those who have registered. Registration ends at 5 PM on November 19th, 2020.

Virtual Public Policy Committee -Town of Marana Parks & Rec Standards
2020-10-27 16:00 - 17:00
Join MPA and other engaged members to learn more about public policy and process issues facing the development community in Southern Arizona. Our Policy Committee meets monthly and features a new topic of discussion along with exploring ongoing issues.
The group will be discussing and hearing from the Town of Marana about their updated park and rec standards. This meeting is open to ALL MPA Members. The link to join the meeting will be sent out the morning of October 27th, to those who have registered.

Membership Committee
2020-10-22 08:30 - 21:30 | Diamond Ventures, 2200 E River Rd. Suite 115, Tucson, AZ, 85718, United States

POSTPONED Virtual Monthly Membership Breakfast - Student Housing Update
2020-10-16 08:00 - 09:00
The Student Housing update Breakfast will be postponed till November 20th, 2020
The 3rd Friday of every month, MPA hosts a breakfast open to members and future members. These informative and educational breakfasts can be presentations, panel discussions, debates or forums. Topics cover relevant issues of interest to our community, as they relate to the land use and development industry. October’s Breakfast is an update on the student housing market in Tucson. Presenters will address the following questions and topics:How has it been impacted by COVID, is the market close to saturation, has COVID changed the way student housing projects will be designed in the future?
