Second Marana Macro Machines a hit + photo gallery

On Friday, April 12, the Town of Marana held their second Marana Macro Machines event. The event allowed people to get up close and personal with the machines that help Marana Town Staff and their community partners do their jobs to make Marana a great.

This event featured departments and divisions from the Town including Streets, Traffic, Facilities, Fleet, Pavement Preservation, Engineering, Police, Water, Animal Services, and Parks and Recreation. Additionally Northwest Fire, the National Weather Service, the Air National Guard, and several contractors were also on hand.

“This is a great way for our employees to interact with the public and show them what they do,” said Marana Public Works Deputy Director Fausto Burrell.

“The kids really love seeing all of the equipment we use to keep the parks looking great, and their parents love seeing all of the tools we use every day,” said Marana Parks Superintendent David Herman. “I’ve had a lot of questions from some dads about the battery powered chainsaw that we use.”

Marana Macro Machines was held at Marana Heritage River Park and was attended by students from area schools as part of a field trip opportunity, as well as a number of residents.

The firetrucks of Northwest Fire were among the most popular for the students to explore.

A drum roller is one tool used to keep Marana’s streets so smooth.

Kids of all ages were able to check out the vehicles.

One of the many tractors used by the Town of Marana Public Works Department.

There are different tools for different jobs.

The proverbial Mack Truck.

The scoop on this vehicle can move a lot of dirt and materials.

Marana Water employees educate students on the importance of water conservation.

Marana Water were giving away free snow cones that attracted a long line.

A Public Works employee explains how a crack sealer repairs roads.

Looking into the jaws of one of Marana Parks and Recreations’ vehicles.

The Pima County Bomb Squad had a few of their robots on display.

A dump truck.

Marana Water was able to show off a lot of the tools they use every day to service Marana Water customers.