FOR IMMEDIATE ATTENTION

SCVCC Community Meeting

November 9, 2026, 9:00 a.m.

REVISED AGENDA! Speaker: Tucson Sector Agent in Charge

Jose “Lu” Maheda CANCELLED!
On Saturday, November 7, 2026, our president, Mary Vanis received a text message from Agent Lu Maheda stating that because he has taken on a new position, he will not be able to join us on Monday and that there was no one from the Nogales office available to take his place at our meeting. Although we are disappointed, we feel a responsibility to the Tubac community to go ahead with the meeting, as we have other business we need to conduct. We will continue with "A Community Conversation about the Expansion of the CBP Checkpoint” without Agent Maheda.

Revised Speakers:

*Mary Vanis, SCVCC President - What SCVCC has done so far to “get a seat at the table” in planning the expansion of the Tubac Checkpoint.

*Gary Brasher and Rich Bohman (Former SCVCC Presidents) sharing insights and questions.

*Celeste Wisdom, Tubac Chamber of Commerce President sharing insights, concerns and questions of Tubac business owners.

Due to the anticipated interest, THE LOCATION HAS CHANGED TO

St. Ann's Community Hall

18 Calle Baca, Tubac AZ (Enter off of Bridge Road)

Customs and Border Patrol have proposed an expansion of the I-19 Border Checkpoint which will potentially affect our Tubac lifestyle in a devastating way. Please see Current Issues Tab at the top of this page. Also, Click Below to learn more about this project and how you can help support our efforts to protect Tubac.

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About Santa Cruz Valley Citizens Council

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Our Mission:

The Santa Cruz Valley Citizens Council is a nonprofit organization whose purpose is to inform and educate its members as to local and regional issues affecting the community's interests and to advocate for its members regarding such issues.

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Our Programs

Our monthly programs are of current and vital interest

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Join us the second Monday of each month (excluding summer)

9:00 A. M.

Tubac Community Center

50 Bridge Road

Tubac, AZ

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Our Impact

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a wide range of issues, shaping the character and future of our community and environment .

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Your donation will help us to continue our mission of advocating for our community. Every dollar counts and will make a difference in the lives of those we serve. The Santa Cruz Valley Citizens Council is a non-profit 501(c)(4) organization. As such, any donations are NOT tax-deductible.

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Join our team of volunteers and make a difference in your community. Whether you can give a few hours a week or a few hours a month, your time and skills are appreciated. Contact us at secretary@yourscvcc.org

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We're always looking for new partners to collaborate with on projects and events. If your organization shares our values and mission, let's work together to make a positive impact. Email us at secretary@yourscvcc.org

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Help us raise awareness of our mission and programs by sharing our website, membership application and bring your friends, family, and colleagues to our monthly public meetings the 2nd Monday of every month, 9 A.M. at the Tubac Community Center located at 50 Bridge Road in Tubac.

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