09/24/2026
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This month, we are proud to spotlight Beki Quintero, Ward 5’s representative on the Tucson Parks and Recreation Commission (TPRC).
Tucson’s parks have been part of Beki’s life since childhood — from playing at Mission Manor Park to family outings at Randolph Park. Over the years, that connection grew into decades of advocacy and service.
She became involved in her neighborhood's years-long effort to develop a park of its own, giving her a firsthand look at the work, partnerships, and persistence required to turn a community vision into reality. When the park was finally built, Beki was the first to submit paperwork to adopt it through Tucson Clean and Beautiful and has helped maintain it since 1994 and helped create the Children’s Peace Garden, and continues that legacy.
In 1998, the park was renamed Manuel Herrera Jr. Park in honor of Beki's father, who played an instrumental role in bringing the neighborhood's dream to life by finding funders and building the connections needed to make the park possible. Today, as Ward 5’s representative on the Tucson Parks and Recreation Commission, bringing the community’s voice to the table.
Her message is simple: get involved. 💚
Parks are more than places to play—they’re places where neighbors connect, memories are made, and generations leave their mark.
We’re proud to have Beki serving our community and grateful for the time, experience, and heart she brings to Tucson. 🌵
Check out the link in our bio to reach Beki’s story 🔗
