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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPackets - Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (100)       AGENDA ORO VALLEY PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD SPECIAL SESSION NOVEMBER 15, 2022 HOPI CONFERENCE ROOM 11000 N. LA CAÑADA DRIVE        SPECIAL SESSION AT OR AFTER 6:00 PM   CALL TO ORDER   ROLL CALL   CALL TO AUDIENCE - at this time, any member of the public is allowed to address the Board on any issue not listed on today’s agenda. Pursuant to the Arizona open meeting law, individual Board members may ask Town staff to review the matter, ask that the matter be placed on a future agenda, or respond to criticism made by speakers. However, the Board may not discuss or take legal action on matters raised during "Call to Audience." In order to speak during "Call to Audience", please specify what you wish to discuss when completing the blue speaker card.   COUNCIL LIAISON COMMENTS   PRESENTATIONS    1.Senior Programming Task Force Presentation      SPECIAL SESSION AGENDA   1.INTRODUCTION OF COUNSULTANTS AND PROJECT OVERVIEW OF THE VISTOSO TRAILS NATURE PRESERVE   2.DISCUSSION REGARDING OPPORTUNITIES TO GET INVOLVED IN THE NEXT TEN-YEAR GENERAL PLAN UPDATE   3.PROGRESS UPDATE, PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION REGARDING THE ORO VALLEY $25 MILLION PARK BOND PROJECT APPROVED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL, RESOLUTION NO. (R)21-47 ON SEPTEMBER 22, 2021   4.DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION TO APPROVE THE PROPOSED 2023 PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD MEETING SCHEDULE   5.DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION TO CANCEL THE NOVEMBER 22, 2022, REGULAR MEETING      6.RECOGNITION OF OUTGOING BOARD MEMBERS ANNA CLARK, JOSEPH COYLE, RONALD ODELL      DEPARTMENT REPORT   ADJOURNMENT   POSTED: 11/10/22 at 5:00 p.m. by dt When possible, a packet of agenda materials as listed above is available for public inspection at least 24 hours prior to the Board meeting in the Town Clerk's Office between the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. The Town of Oro Valley complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If any person with a disability needs any type of accommodation, please notify the Town Clerk’s Office at least five days prior to the Board meeting at 229-4700. INSTRUCTIONS TO SPEAKERS Members of the public have the right to speak during any posted public hearing. However, those items not listed as a public hearing are for consideration and action by the Board during the course of their business meeting. Members of the public may be allowed to speak on these topics at the discretion of the Chair. If you wish to address the Board on any item(s) on this agenda, please complete a blue speaker card located on the Agenda table at the back of the room and give it to the Recording Secretary. Please indicate on the blue speaker card which item number and topic you wish to speak on, or if you wish to speak during “Call to Audience,” please specify what you wish to discuss when completing the blue speaker card. Please step forward to the podium when the Chair announces the item(s) on the agenda which you are interested in addressing.  For the record, please state your name and whether or not you are a Town resident.1. Speak only on the issue currently being discussed by the Board. Please organize your speech, you will only be allowed to address the Board once regarding the topic being discussed. 2. Please limit your comments to 3 minutes.3. During “Call to Audience”, you may address the Board on any issue you wish.4. Any member of the public speaking must speak in a courteous and respectful manner to those present.5. Thank you for your cooperation. “Notice of Possible Quorum of the Oro Valley Town Council, Boards, Commissions and Committees: In accordance with Chapter 3, Title 38, Arizona Revised Statutes and Section 2-4-4 of the Oro Valley Town Code, a majority of the Town Council, Board of Adjustment, Historic Preservation Commission, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, Stormwater Utility Commission, and Water Utility Commission may attend the above referenced meeting as a member of the audience only.”    Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Special Session 1. Meeting Date:11/15/2022   Submitted By:Casey Wilson, Parks and Recreation SUBJECT: Senior Programming Task Force Presentation    RECOMMENDATION: N/A EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: N/A BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION: Nancy Ellis, Assistant Recreation Manager will provide a presentation. FISCAL IMPACT: N/A SUGGESTED MOTION: N/A Attachments Senior Programming Task Force Report Draft 1 November 1 2022 PRAB  Analysis of Senior Programming Survey - Appendix II  SeniorProgrammingSurvey2022 - Appendix I  PRAB presentation  TO: Parks and Recreation Advisory Board FROM: Nancy Ellis, Assistant Recreation Manager Matt Jankowski, Deputy Director, Parks and Recreation DA: November 2, 2022 RE: Senior Programming Task Force Final Report EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Upon the review of survey data and resident comments, the Oro Valley Senior Programming Task Force has identified three areas of activities and programs that the Parks and Recreation Department should concentrate its efforts to provide more options for its residents who are ages 50+. These areas are: (1) promote existing activities and programs while increasing fitness offerings; (2) offer educational opportunities and hands-on classes; and (3) develop social groups and trips. BACKGROUND In its Strategic Leadership Plan for FY 20/21 and FY 21/22, Town Council defined Focus Area 2 as Culture and Recreation. Goal B of this Focus Area contained the objective: “Form a temporary task force to review current senior recreation programming and identify opportunities that will broaden and improve such program access.” Applications were solicited with the assistance of the Communications Department, and the first review of the applications occurred on February 28, 2022. Eleven residents were chosen to serve on the Task Force; an additional two staff members were active participants, and four Parks staff members assisted with facilitation and administrative tasks. It is important to note that by the beginning of November 2022, only six members of the original Task Force (including the two staff members) were participating in the group. The other initial Task Force members chose to resign for various reasons, including relocation and other commitments. The first meeting of the Task Force was held on May 9, 2022, via Zoom; subsequent meetings were held in person. An additional eight (8) meetings were held from May through November 2022. Task Force members defined their main deliverable: a report that would help define the needs of senior residents for parks and recreation programming. Even though the Town and the Department currently offer a variety of options for seniors, the common perception is that there is a distinct lack of such programming, considering the number of seniors living in Oro Valley. The Task Force was also instructed that no new infrastructure was to be considered; only Town-owned facilities, outside low-cost facilities, and possible partnerships (facility sharing) with other entities would be possible at this time. The Task Force began by investigating the programs available through other entities (such as LA Fitness, the YMCA, the Town of Marana, senior living communities, etc.) to compare them to Town programs and identify potential programming gaps that could possibly be added as Oro Valley programs. To identify the needs of Oro Valley residents more fully, a survey was developed in cooperation with the Communications Department. The survey asked questions about the level of interest and participation for a variety of activities, as well as how much cost and transportation factor into participation. The survey also asked about demographic information. The availability of the survey was publicized through the Communications Department’s and Parks and Recreation Department’s media, print, and email outlets. The survey was available online, as well as in hard copy form (please see Appendix I for a copy of the survey instrument). It was available at the Community Center, the Oro Valley Aquatics Center, and the Oro Valley Public Library in hard copy format; these copies could be returned to one of these facilities or be mailed to the Parks and Recreation Department. In addition to these distribution avenues, Task Force members also had tables on several occasions in front of the Oro Valley Library, and the Farmer’s Market @ Steam Pump Ranch, both hard copies as well as a postcard with a link to the online survey were available; Task Force members also answered questions about the project. An open house for the public was held on September 29, 2022, at the Community Center to allow an additional opportunity for public participation. The survey closed on September 30, 2022. 903 surveys were received; an analysis completed by staff concluded that this survey response was a statistically valid reflection of the Oro Valley population over the age of 50 years (approximately 24,752 persons). For this detailed analysis of survey data, including activity, cost, and transportation questions, please see Appendix II. A list of all responses to the open- ended question “Are there any other activities or ideas related to senior programming that you’d like to share with us” is also included; it offers both new ideas as well as commentary on past and present Town programs and facilities. (Please note that this analysis was completed prior to the last surveys arriving by U.S. Mail, so it only includes 893 surveys and not 903 surveys). SURVEY ANALYSIS The Task Force spent a significant amount of time analyzing the survey (quantitative) results, as well as the answers (qualitative) from the open-ended question, to develop a priority list for future programming. The Task Force reviewed the survey results relative to the respondents’ interests in several categories. These categories were then sorted by the level of interest expressed; the “Very Interested” responses were combined with “Somewhat Interested” to provide a measure of each activity. These were sorted as follows: OVERALL LEVEL OF INTEREST in ACTIVITES BY PERCENTAGE Somewhat and Very Interested Responses Combined Rank Activity Combined % 1 Lectures and Educational Opportunities 68.24 2 Hands-On Classes 58.16 3 Social Groups 55.37 4 Social Outings 54.09 5 Fitness Classes and Activities 48.03 6 Volunteering 47.17 7 Sports Leagues 43.97 8 Dance 42.41 9 Other 15.5 The 264 written comments from the open-ended question requested new activities or had comments about current programming and facilities. These comments were grouped by type and appear below. Sr. Programing Survey - Written Comments Description of Activities/Interests Currently Not Offered Tallies ADA Accessibility/Elevator; Parking/Shuttle Shuttle Assistance, etc. 9 Caregiver Programs/Community Service Events Respite Days for Caregivers, i.e., lunches, Donation Collections for Charity, Soup Kitchen Trips, Sewing for Charities 7 Clubs & Social Events Book Clubs, Cars/Coffee, Citrus Exchange, Dancing Club, Game Night, Music Club, Potlucks 11 Communication to the Community Community Bulletin Board, etc. Didn’t know about 26 Cooking Classes 8 Dance Lessons Ballet, Ballroom, Caribbean, Salsa, Tap, Tango 13 Dog Friendly Activities and Socials 3 Fitness (Seniors) Balance Classes, Chair Yoga, Senior Playground, Olympics, and Senior Softball 21 Games Bingo, Bocce Ball, Bridge, Canasta, Chess, Cornhole, Euchre, Hand & Foot, Mahjong, Memory, Poker, Samba, Scrabble, Spades 44 Lessons (Music/Theater) Acting/Improv, Cello, Crafts, Drums, Flower Arranging, Jewelry Making, Knitting, Languages, Photography, Pottery, Quilting, Sewing 27 Life-Long Learning Classes (Lectures) Computer & Cell Phone Classes, Dieting, Environmental, Gardening, Genealogy, Grief Counseling, Health/Dr., Historical, Medicare, Mental Health 37 Movies (Seniors) & Karaoke 6 Overlook Restaurant Dances, Special Dinners, Happy Hours, Tailgates 5 Silver Sneakers 12 Studio Space Painting, Crafting, Jamming Session Space 3 Trips & Tours Birdwatching, Casino, Dining, Historical, Museums, Vistoso Preserve, Rock Climbing, Theater, White Stallion Ranch, Wine, Various States 26 Volunteer Bike Patrol/Safety, Hiking Guides 4 Zoom Options Can’t attend In-Person 2 The Task Force reviewed the broad category preferences and the comments to group them into categories for further action by the Parks and Recreation Department. These categories were grouped into an ordered list of priorities as detailed below. (1) promote existing activities and programs while increasing fitness offerings; (2) offer educational opportunities and hands-on classes; and (3) develop social groups and trips. OTHER SURVEY NOTES As noted by the consultants in the recent Parks and Recreation Master Plan, Oro Valley has a unique group of senior residents. This trend was evident in the response to the cost question, in which most respondents (63%) indicated that the cost of a program/activity was not a factor if the resident was interested in the activity. In the general population, the cost of an activity may be a significant barrier to participation if a senior is on a fixed income or has limited financial resources. Another common barrier to participation in activities for seniors may be transportation. Again, the survey showed that for respondents, most did not require transportation to activities (88%). In the open-ended comment section and in-person conversations though, some people did mention that they would be more comfortable not driving at night to activities. PRIORITY LIST DISCUSSION A discussion of the Task Force’s priority list includes the following elements: (1) promote existing activities and programs while increasing fitness offerings A. The Task Force received numerous comments, both as part of the survey as well as in person, about the lack of information on currently offered Parks and Recreation programs. Many respondents were unaware of the types of facilities that exist, as well as the current programs offered by these facilities. For example, residents were unaware that card games are already offered several times a week through an organized group at the Overlook Restaurant at the Community Center. Issue: Lack of information on existing programs, including reduced membership fees at the Community Center. Solution: Work with Communications Department and Oro Valley staff to develop a robust targeted marketing program. This may include articles in the Explorer, social media posts, a more detailed section on senior programs and events in the Parks weekly eblast, as well as written class descriptions for classes that can help determine whether a particular activity is appropriate for the reader, such as low impact exercises. Another way of disseminating information would be to construct a “Senior Activities” page on the Parks web page. In addition to information on Town programs, such a page could be a resource about other senior services and programs in the area, providing a “one shop stop” for both current and future residents. Cost: Relatively low; mostly staff time B. A variety of new fitness programs and games were suggested by survey respondents, such as Balance Classes, Poker and Scrabble, among others. The lack of a Silver Sneakers program was frequently mentioned, even though somewhat comparable programs exist now, such as Renew Active. Issue: Classes specifically designed for seniors do not exist in great numbers. Finding instructors may be difficult. Solution: Oro Valley staff is already working with the Silver Sneakers representatives to bring the program to the Town. A Call for Senior specific instructors will occur to increase offerings. Space within the Community Center can then be reserved and programmed. Cost: undetermined. The cost of either outside contracted instructors or staff time needs to be factored into the cost of the program. The cost structure for each program (drop-in fees, session fees) may also run along a cost spectrum. (2) offer educational opportunities and hands-on classes Survey respondents wanted additional opportunities for education programs and hands-on classes. Suggestions for educational classes included: computer and cell phone classes, nutrition, genealogy and grief counseling. Hands-on classes mentioned included drums, photography, and painting. Issue: Qualified instructors will need to be found for lectures and arts classes, preferably ones that concentrate on teaching rather than just promoting their related businesses. Topics should be vetted through seniors themselves to ensure that attendance will meet minimum thresholds. Solutions: If qualified instructors cannot be found or a class requires specialized equipment (like a kiln), the Department will reach out to nearby entities to develop partnership agreements. For example, Pima Community College may have a kiln for use by students. The Oro Valley Public Library, Western National Parks Association, and Tohono Chul may hold regular public lectures on topics of interest. Cost: Undetermined. Depends on instructor fees, or any cost-sharing with a partnership arrangement. (3) develop social groups and trips The importance of social connections, especially among the senior population, cannot be understated. According to The American Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry, Volume 29, Issue 8, August 2021, “Social connections are essential for health and well-being at all ages and may be especially important for promoting health in later life.” Social groups and tours may combat loneliness, expand connections, and provide educational opportunities. Clubs and social groups that were mentioned by survey respondents include gathering activities such as Book Clubs, Game/Trivia Nights, and Coffee Clubs. Social events may include more physical activities such as tango lessons and sewing for charities. The Parks and Recreation Department had previously offered Trips and Tours to various southern Arizona attractions, such as the Tucson Museum of Art and Mount Lemmon/Summerhaven. Participants paid a fee for the trip, which included lunch, and transportation was provided. These trips were stopped for the Covid-19 lockdowns. However, even outside of the survey, department staff regularly receive inquiries when these trips will begin again. Suggestions from the survey included Theater, Ballet, Birdwatching, and Casinos, to name a few; offering transportation to these programs will alleviate the possible concerns about driving at night. Issue: No real issues, other than planning these events, and work will begin to bring these back One of the new Departmental volunteers may be interested in planning and implementing these types of activities. Solutions: Develop a calendar of activities – possibly one per month, working with staff and the Communications Department to encourage registration and participation. Measure the interest and the number of participants to determine the continued feasibility of these social programs. Cost: Undetermined. Depends on program costs (admission, lunch, supplies). RECOMMENDATIONS The Senior Programming Task Force recommends and encourages that the Parks and Recreation Department work towards the following actions and priorities that have been identified by residents through the survey: (1) promote existing activities and programs while increasing fitness offerings; (2) offer educational opportunities and hands-on classes; and (3) develop social groups and trips. Providing regular communication to the Oro Valley senior population about activities, facilities, and programs will show residents that there are options for them to exercise and socialize. Concurrently, new programs offered to the 50+ population only should be developed through careful consideration of the needs expressed through the survey, utilizing existing Town facilities and instructors or by partnering with other entities. The number of respondents to the survey showed that this population is very interested in ensuring that their current and future needs are being met. The Town has made significant investments in both facilities and programs for the younger population; with the results of this survey, the Town can be guided to make similar investments for seniors. NEXT STEPS TIMELINE Nov. 15, 2022: presentation of report to PRAB at its meeting Jan. 4, 2023: presentation of report to Town Council at its meeting 1 Analysis of Senior Programming Survey Summary The Town of Oro Valley is working to broaden and improve access to recreational programs for seniors. An online survey asked for public input on the type of programming that is of greatest interest to Oro Valley residents ages 55 and older. The survey, spearheaded by the Oro Valley Senior Programming Task Force, asked questions about the level of interest and participation for a variety of activities, as well as how much cost and transportation factor into participation. The survey also asked about demogra phic information. The survey results will be used by the Parks and Recreation Department as they work to develop more robust senior programming. Key survey findings include: - The survey represents a statically valid reflection of the over 50 years of age population of Oro Valley. - Current or past members of a Town facility favor activities and programs that are more physical or fitness-related compared to overall sample. - While a significant number of respondents indicated that they were cost conscious participants in recreational activities, the preferences of cost-conscious participants generally reflected the overall samples activity/program preferences. - Transportation is largely not a deciding factor in whether to participate in an activity or program. Only 12 percent of respondents indicated transportation was a contributing factor or the deciding factor in whether to participate. Review of Data 893 surveys were submitted over the course of September 2022. After eliminating surveys that were submitted by respondents that were under the age of 50 and those who had never lived in Oro Valley either year-round or part-time, 802 surveys were analyzed. There are an estimated 24,752 residents in Oro Valley over the age of 50 years. Given the survey’s sample size, we can be 95 percent certain (the industry standard) that the results of the survey accurately reflect the attitudes of the overall population of residents over the age of 50 years to within a three percent margin of error. Question 1: Generally speaking, what is your level of interest in the f ollowing activities? Year-round or part-time residents responding to question one showed a clear preference for fitness classes with over half of respondents expressing a strong interest. 2 When we filter out results from respondents who have never had a membership at a Town facility (e.g. Community Center, Aquatic Center or Archery Range), we see an increase interest in physical recreation (fitness classes and sports leagues) and a decrease of interest in the recreational activities that are more pastimes and less physical (e.g. Hands-on classes, lectures, social groups and social outings). 54.0% 12.8% 21.4% 24.0% 38.6% 40.3% 53.3% 32.4% 30.3% 35.7% 39.1% 41.8% 35.5% 34.2% 24.5% 48.6% 15.7% 51.5% 39.6% 34.2% 25.9% 25.5% 22.2% 19.0% 0%10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80%90%100% Dance classes Fitness classes Hands-on classes (e.g. art, photography, cooking) Lectures and educational opportunities Social groups (e.g. coffee club, book club) Social outings (e.g. trips to the theatre, museums) Sports leagues and tournaments Volunteering Chart 1: Level of Interest in Activities by Percentage (Over 50 and Year-Round or Part-Time Residents) Not interested Somewhat interested Very interested 50.1% 10.6% 24.1% 28.5% 43.1% 43.6% 42.1% 33.7% 33.3% 32.4% 38.7% 40.2% 33.8% 32.7% 26.4% 50.0% 16.5% 57.0% 37.2% 31.3% 23.0% 23.7% 31.5% 16.3% 0%10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80%90%100% Dance classes Fitness classes Hands-on classes (e.g. art, photography, cooking) Lectures and educational opportunities Social groups (e.g. coffee club, book club) Social outings (e.g. trips to the theatre, museums) Sports leagues and tournaments Volunteering Chart 2: Level of Interest in Activities by Percentage (Current or Past Members, Over 50 and Year -Round or Part-Time Residents Not Interested Somewhat Interested Very Interested 3 Question 2: Oro Valley Parks and Recreation offers numeroius activities and programs. Please indicate your level of participation in the following: Residents over the age of 50 years indicated they are active pedestrians with walking and hiking both within the top five activity categories. Additionally, this same group expressed strong participation in festival and events with farmers market, live music and concerts, and arts & food festivals all within the top five as well. Table 1: Current Participants in Activities/Programs Ranked (Over 50 and Year-Round or Part-Time Residents) Overall Ranking Activity/Program Current Participants 1 Walking 357 2 Farmers Market 281 3 Live Music & Concerts 222 4 Hiking 208 5 Art & Food Festivals 165 6 Swimming 156 7 Renew Active, Silver Sneakers, and Silver & Fit 154 8 Second Saturdays at Steam Pump Ranch 128 9 Cycling (road bikes or mountain bikes) 127 10 Golf 127 11 Special Events (e.g. July 4th, Celebrate OV) 121 12 Pickleball 117 13 Fitness: Yoga & Pilates 114 14 Tennis 114 15 Gardening 108 16 Fitness: Strength Training & HIIT 106 17 Fitness: Aqua Aerobics 86 18 Fitness: Spin & Cardio 76 19 Movies & Movie Night Events 75 20 Fitness: Personal Training 73 21 Lectures (e.g. health, personal finance) 67 22 Cards & Board Games 65 23 Fitness: Dance & Zumba 51 24 Educational Tours & Trips 48 25 Fitness: Tai Chi & Quigong 42 26 Sports, other (e.g. basketball, softball) 25 27 Dance Classes (e.g. ballroom, tango) 25 28 Music Classes 23 29 Races: 5K, 10K, Triathlon 21 30 Art Classes 15 31 Archery 13 32 Martial Arts (e.g. Karate, Tae Kwon Do) 10 33 Kickball 4 4 There are few activities that have large general appeal to the full sample of respondents (Farmers Market, Walking, Live Music, and Art & Food Festivals). A table with a full breakout of the percentage of participation for this table can be found in Appendix 1. 0%10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80%90%100% Archery Art Classes Art & Food Festivals Cards & Board Games Cycling (road bikes or mountain bikes) Dance Classes (e.g. ballroom, tango) Educational Tours & Trips Farmers Market Fitness: Aqua Aerobics Fitness: Dance & Zumba Fitness: Personal Training Fitness: Spin & Cardio Fitness: Strength Training & HIIT Fitness: Tai Chi & Quigong Fitness: Yoga & Pilates Gardening Golf Hiking Kickball Lectures (e.g. health, personal finance) Live Music & Concerts Martial Arts (e.g. Karate, Tae Kwon Do) Movies & Movie Night Events Music Classes Renew Active, Silver Sneakers, and Silver & Fit Pickleball Races: 5K, 10K, Triathlon Second Saturdays at Steam Pump Ranch Special Events (e.g. July 4th, Celebrate OV) Sports, other (e.g. basketball, softball) Swimming Tennis Walking Chart 3: Level of Participation in Activities (Over 50 and Year-Round or Part-Time Residents) Seldom/Never Previously Currently 5 When we compare the full results to a breakout that only includes current or past members, we see the same activities/programs within the top dozen of both lists, but in different orders of ranking. Table 2: Current Participants in Activities/Programs , Member Ranking Compared to Full Sample Ranking Overall Ranking Activity/Program Member Ranking 1 Walking 1 2 Farmers Market 2 6 Swimming 3 4 Hiking 4 14 Tennis 5 3 Live Music & Concerts 6 7 Renew Active, Silver Sneakers, and Silver & Fit 7 10 Golf 8 12 Pickleball 9 13 Fitness: Yoga & Pilates 10 5 Art & Food Festivals 11 9 Cycling (road bikes or mountain bikes) 12 8 Second Saturdays at Steam Pump Ranch 15 A table with a full breakout of the percentage of participation for members can be found in Appendix 2. Question 3: Are there any other activities or ideas related to senior programming you’d like to share with us? 251 residents over the age of 50 took time to respond to this open-ended question. The full text of their responses is available within Appendix 3. Question 4: How does cost impact your decision to participat in an event or activity? Respondents expressed a strong price elasticity of demand to programs and activities. Only 18 percent of respondents indicated cost was not a factor for them, while only 19 percent of respondents indicated they only participated in low-cost or free activities. Table 3: Impact of Cost on Decision-Making Cost Impact Respondents Cost is not a factor for me 143 It depends on the activity and my personal level of interest 501 I am only interested in free or low-cost activities 132 I am only interested in FREE activities 22 The level of interest among cost conscious respondents closely mirrors the interest level of the full sample. Cost conscious respondents expressed a slight preference for lectures and educational opportunities (3.3 percent more were very interested), social groups (4.3 percent somewhat more interested). 6 Table 4: Difference in Interest Between Cost Conscious Compared to Full Sample Activity Not Interested Somewhat Interested Very Interested Dance classes -0.8% 0.0% 0.8% Fitness classes -2.7% 3.6% -0.9% Hands-on classes (e.g. art, photography, cooking) -2.9% 0.8% 2.1% Lectures and educational opportunities -3.1% -0.1% 3.3% Social groups (e.g. coffee club, book club) -3.7% 4.3% -0.6% Social outings (e.g. trips to the theatre, museums) -0.9% 1.6% -0.7% Sports leagues and tournaments -2.4% 2.6% -0.3% Volunteering -3.9% 3.7% 0.2% 7 Similarly, there was little difference between the participation of the cost conscious compared to the full sample. Table 5: Difference in Participation Between Cost Conscious Compared to Full Sample Activity/Program Seldom/Never Previously Currently Archery 0.4% 0.1% -0.5% Art Classes -2.2% 1.8% 0.3% Art & Food Festivals -2.3% 4.4% -2.2% Cards & Board Games -0.6% 1.5% -0.8% Cycling (road bikes or mountain bikes) -0.2% 0.8% -0.6% Dance Classes (e.g. ballroom, tango) -1.8% 1.7% 0.1% Educational Tours & Trips -0.9% 0.9% 0.0% Farmers Market -2.3% 3.2% -0.8% Fitness: Aqua Aerobics -1.2% 2.5% -1.3% Fitness: Dance & Zumba 0.3% 0.2% -0.5% Fitness: Personal Training 1.2% 0.0% -1.2% Fitness: Spin & Cardio -0.6% 1.1% -0.6% Fitness: Strength Training & HIIT 0.1% 0.9% -1.0% Fitness: Tai Chi & Quigong -1.6% 2.5% -0.9% Fitness: Yoga & Pilates -0.6% 1.8% -1.1% Gardening -1.3% 1.6% -0.3% Golf 0.4% 0.8% -1.2% Hiking -1.5% 1.4% 0.1% Kickball 0.2% -0.3% 0.1% Lectures (e.g. health, personal finance) -1.6% 1.4% 0.2% Live Music & Concerts -1.6% 0.7% 0.8% Martial Arts (e.g. Karate, Tae Kwon Do) 0.1% 0.0% 0.0% Movies & Movie Night Events -1.3% 0.0% 1.2% Music Classes 2.0% -1.4% -0.5% Renew Active, Silver Sneakers, and Silver & Fit 0.9% -0.6% -0.3% Pickleball -1.9% 1.2% 0.7% Races: 5K, 10K, Triathlon 1.0% -0.3% -0.7% Second Saturdays at Steam Pump Ranch -1.8% 3.7% -2.0% Special Events (e.g. July 4th, Celebrate OV) -0.2% 1.7% -1.6% Sports, other (e.g. basketball, softball) -0.1% 0.9% -0.8% Swimming 0.6% 0.7% -1.3% Tennis -0.2% 1.1% -0.9% Walking -1.7% 1.8% 0.0% 8 Question 5: When it comes to attending an event or activity, would transportation be a deciding factor for you? Most respondents have their own mode of transportation and are not influenced by whether transportation is provided. Table 6: Transportation as a Deciding Factor Transportation as Deciding Factor Respondents No, I have my own mode of transportation 704 Sometimes/Maybe: It depends on the day/time 74 Yes, I would only be able to attend if transportation were provided 18 Conclusion To be discussed and determined by Oro Valley Senior Programming Task Force. 9 Appendix 1 Activity/Program Seldom/Never Previously Currently Archery 91.8% 6.5% 1.7% Art Classes 83.5% 14.5% 2.0% Art & Food Festivals 35.3% 43.0% 21.7% Cards & Board Games 76.7% 14.6% 8.7% Cycling (road bikes or mountain bikes) 66.6% 16.5% 16.9% Dance Classes (e.g. ballroom, tango) 81.3% 15.3% 3.3% Educational Tours & Trips 68.2% 25.5% 6.3% Farmers Market 19.7% 43.8% 36.6% Fitness: Aqua Aerobics 66.8% 21.8% 11.4% Fitness: Dance & Zumba 74.2% 19.0% 6.9% Fitness: Personal Training 62.2% 28.1% 9.6% Fitness: Spin & Cardio 70.6% 19.2% 10.2% Fitness: Strength Training & HIIT 61.3% 24.5% 14.2% Fitness: Tai Chi & Quigong 75.8% 18.6% 5.6% Fitness: Yoga & Pilates 56.9% 28.1% 15.0% Gardening 69.9% 15.7% 14.4% Golf 67.0% 16.2% 16.8% Hiking 44.6% 28.0% 27.4% Kickball 94.8% 4.6% 0.5% Lectures (e.g. health, personal finance) 67.2% 23.9% 8.9% Live Music & Concerts 30.1% 40.7% 29.2% Martial Arts (e.g. Karate, Tae Kwon Do) 93.6% 5.0% 1.4% Movies & Movie Night Events 63.4% 26.5% 10.1% Music Classes 84.7% 12.2% 3.1% Renew Active, Silver Sneakers, and Silver & Fit 62.5% 17.1% 20.4% Pickleball 70.9% 13.7% 15.4% Races: 5K, 10K, Triathlon 82.4% 14.7% 2.8% Second Saturdays at Steam Pump Ranch 47.6% 35.3% 17.2% Special Events (e.g. July 4th, Celebrate OV) 45.2% 38.6% 16.3% Sports, other (e.g. basketball, softball) 82.6% 14.0% 3.4% Swimming 57.2% 22.1% 20.7% Tennis 72.1% 12.6% 15.3% Walking 32.8% 20.4% 46.8% 10 Appendix 2 Activity/Program Seldom/Never Previously Currently Archery 91.7% 6.3% 2.0% Art Classes 84.2% 14.9% 0.9% Art & Food Festivals 36.5% 44.3% 19.3% Cards & Board Games 76.5% 16.2% 7.2% Cycling (road bikes or mountain bikes) 65.6% 16.5% 17.9% Dance Classes (e.g. ballroom, tango) 78.9% 16.8% 4.3% Educational Tours & Trips 68.6% 24.9% 6.5% Farmers Market 19.3% 43.8% 36.9% Fitness: Aqua Aerobics 56.7% 25.8% 17.5% Fitness: Dance & Zumba 68.3% 22.5% 9.2% Fitness: Personal Training 56.4% 31.8% 11.7% Fitness: Spin & Cardio 63.6% 24.2% 12.2% Fitness: Strength Training & HIIT 54.4% 27.6% 17.9% Fitness: Tai Chi & Quigong 72.5% 21.7% 5.8% Fitness: Yoga & Pilates 48.0% 32.4% 19.6% Gardening 70.9% 16.3% 12.8% Golf 60.9% 17.2% 21.8% Hiking 44.4% 27.6% 27.9% Kickball 94.9% 5.1% 0.0% Lectures (e.g. health, personal finance) 70.9% 21.9% 7.2% Live Music & Concerts 31.1% 41.6% 27.4% Martial Arts (e.g. Karate, Tae Kwon Do) 93.3% 6.2% 0.6% Movies & Movie Night Events 65.3% 26.2% 8.5% Music Classes 84.9% 12.2% 3.0% Programs like Renew Active, Silver Sneakers, and Silver & Fit 61.4% 14.6% 24.0% Pickleball 63.5% 15.1% 21.4% Races: 5K, 10K, Triathlon 79.4% 17.7% 2.9% Second Saturdays at Steam Pump Ranch 46.5% 35.7% 17.8% Special Events (e.g. July 4th, Celebrate OV) 44.0% 41.3% 14.7% Sports, other (e.g. basketball, softball) 80.7% 15.1% 4.2% Swimming 43.4% 26.3% 30.3% Tennis 57.7% 14.2% 28.1% Walking 33.9% 20.8% 45.3% 11 Appendix 3 Are there any other activities or ideas related to senior programming you'd like to share with us? Install lines on additional tennis courts forPickleball (You may already offer some or all of these: Meditation/relaxation classes, birding outings, vegan/gluten-free cooking, dining out outings, ways for people to meet each other-big need. Thank you for doing the survey. :-) 1. More class focused on Balance and "senior" weight programs to strengthen muscles. 2. Dance classes where you sign up for a designated time sequence so you can get proficient at it as opposed to coming into a class that's already progressed and you have no idea whats going on like now with line dancing. 3. Instructors knowledgeable on Tabata Aqua Classes. Have more scheduled. Sorry but the current instructor is very poor in her delivery. Shegabs with participants rather than teach the class. Many are disappointed in her ability to teach the class. 4. Encourage ALL your instructors to watch participants form to be sure the exercise is performed correctly. Many to NOT do this and some one will get hurt. 1.Scrabble and Mahjongg in the community center not in the Overlook Restaurant. 2. Better system to register for Renew Active instead of registering each day. 9 hole golf play is important for seniors no longer wanting to play a full 18 holes anymore. Senior 9 hole leagues would be well received. 9 hole golf. Physically unable to do 18. A lot of older people, including myself, have dogs as companions. An activity that could be done by owners with there dogs would be welcome. A scheduled bus to Tucson theater performances would make evening events more accessible for many seniors. Osher life long learning classes at the community center and/or library would be wonderful. The balance class Chris offers is fabulous! Difficult to attend due to huge demand though. More similar classes would be great. Acting and Improv classes, playwriting instruction/groups Activities on Zoom. Not in person and definitely not indoors Activities/games that memory and cognitive skills. ADA compliance Additional pickleball courts Additional pickleball courts Alzheimer's has recently been medically proven to be reversible. I hope that the city can promote senior health by developing a Health Lifestyle support program for those who want/need to change their lifestyle to promote their healthy senior years. Anything fitness related. Aqua exercise Assistance with setting up basic workouts on gym equipment without having to hire a personal trainer. How to use all thise fancy machines. 🤔 Balance and Fall Prevention class would be nice. Balance Training/Fall Prevention Non-biased education on Medicare/choosing insurance coverage Barre Zumba Caribbean Rhythm dance 12 Cardio fusion Shine dance Body Combat (mixed martial arts) LaB last dance (ballroom style) SS Classic (silver sneakers) Beginning drawing. Biking groups would be nice for getting exercise and taking advantage of the bike trails. The Community Center lacks a nautilus machine for strengthening back muscles. That’s a big omission for those taking care of aging backs. Bingo! Exercises for people over 70 held at the community center! Birdwatching outings Board game, mah jongg, card game groups. Bone Builders classes like they have at the Marana Sr. Center Book club Bridge bridge (rubber not duplicate) bridge, mah jong Bocce court at Naranja nor CDO park used to enjoy the OV hiking club Bus Trips or Organizational Travel Mexico CA Utah Four Corners Shows in Phoenix Whale Watch-Anywhere! Vegas+++ Local History- Forts, etc Museums Magdalena Pilgrimage Mexico Canasta Club, Beginner Pickle Ball Classes, Mixers for Singles Card games for social groups for seniors would be great (like Bridge, Spades) Card making / sewing / quilting Cars and Coffee type events Outdoor concerts VET appreciation Craft shows Wine and Food Tssting Chair yoga (1/2 standing and 1/2 sitting,) Silver Sneakers Classic with weights, band, and ball (1/2 standing 1/2 sitting) doesn't have to be SS certified but something similar for seniors with limited abilities. Potlucks Bingo Health seminars or talks from doctors, physical therapists, health professionals 13 Chair Yoga. Senior weight training Chair zumba Chari Yoga Chess Community Garden Computer classes for computer challenged residents computer classes, entry level, such as making the most of your Smart Phone, simple word processing, uploading, sending information Cooking classes Foreign language classes cooking classes guitar lessons Cooking Classes. Cooking classes. Could you bring back Dan (Zumba) and Michael (seat and be fit)? These two instructors are amazing. Could you please bring Jazzercise? It works for all ages and you adjust according to your abilities. Tabata water aerobics would be great also. crafts (mosaic tile) Friday/Sat Happy Hour at the Overlook Monthly Menu Specials: BBQ Night , Hot Dog Night, Fish & Chips Night , or Taco Tuesdays at the Overlook Tailgate Party during football season at the Overlook Pickleball Camps with a Professional PB Pro (Ex: Tyson McGuffin, Callie Jo Smith, etc Pickleball Shaded Areas are a must for 1-6 Courts and New Courts 7-10 Senior Softball Leagues, Mens, Womens, Mixed Cultural events! Need convenient times for any classes. Small groups since Covid is still a danger to seniors; Programs like the Osher Learning Center. (or similar). Going to the University and parking there is difficult. . Dance Classes: Ballet Workout (ask local dance instructors) - Cooking Classes: ask local instructors / Caterers - Educational Trips: City of San Gabriel, CA had a summer senior bus trip / tour (small fee involved) OV + SunTran could do the same or work with Grey Line? During part of the summer months, you allow huge numbers of very young children to flood the community center. tp clog the corridors, overwhelm the only two bathrooms (for men) and two toilets, and to produce all ear-piercingly high levels of noise - making the use of the community center VERY unpleasant. Can't you devise a solution? Educational programs regarding helping improve the environment including recycling, living with less plastic, composting, gardening, trash cleaning parties, walks with naturalists, regenerative agriculture. Euchre :) Euchre card game Even though I didn't participate in Tai Chi & Quigong, I'd be interested in trying these forms of exercise. 14 For myself, I’m interested in “gentle” exercise classes l, and v interested in balance classes for my 80+ husband For some activities, I have never received a response from an inquiry to participate or volunteer. Who posts these sign-ups? Is there a way to get more information beside through the "This week in Oro Valley" weekly email? Foreign films or outdoor music concerts geared to seniors. From Q1 (Other): Tai Chi, Qi Gong, Zumba, Yoga Game nights: Trivia, Quizzes I suggest that a room be made available by appointment for musical collaboration, song circles, etc. Perhaps an inexpensive amp and/or drum pad set could also stay in a music room for use by rec center members. FYI: I am UNABLE to attend ANY events at the Oro Valley Community Center because I am UNABLE to either climb the front stairs or walk unassisted up the delivery ramp. Genealogy Genealogy Computer skills Genealogy group meetings would be great. Also group to learn how to use the Family Tree Maker software for building and maintaining family trees on your own computer. Glad to see there is more pickleball being developed and I heard someone has been hired to handle beginner's classes- yay! Golf tournaments Group hikes, or just knowing where they are and when Had no idea these activities were offered to seniors in OV. We were members of the rec center when we first moved here in 2015 or so, but it was pretty shabby and no real programs that we knew of. Guess we'll have to explore more what's out there. Thx for the informative survey. Honestly, I've lived here for 6 years and only know about the community center and pool. I have never heard about any of the other activities listed. I'm heading towards 55 and will be interested when I hit that age but I also think you need to do better spreading the word about the above activities! Thanks! Hopefully pickleball courts will be open soon. Would like to see guitar lessens offered. How do I learn about some of these like the board and card games and music classes and art classes? I don't think I'm aware of what is offered outside of fitness classes and golf at the community center. I am a 60 y/o senior Oro Valley homeowner who is disabled due to multiple sclerosis. I need an accessible facility to be able to participate due to ambulation and balance difficulties. I am a new resident in OV and I answered based on my life in the Midwest I am interested in aerobics/yoga/pilates for those seniors who have mobility issues. I am not aware of a biking or hiking club/activities. These are activities that I have done on my own but would love to join a group. I would also be interested in a pottery class. I am not aware of these activities. Where do I find out about them? I am not aware that OV offers most of these activities. How do we get on the communication list? I am really looking forward to the new additions at Naranja Park. I am trying to study Spanish but would love to partner with a Spanish-speaking person on a regular basis and learn Spanish through emergency. I also would prefer to take classes including cooking classes and art classes and other kinds of educational classes through zoom rather than in person. 15 I appreciate making the new tennis courts at the rec center location. The courts are a valuable asset for the community, not only for those of us who play but for the t own as these courts are available for tournaments that will bring revenue to the town and businesses in the area. Please don't take tennis courts and make them into pickleball courts. There are pickleball courts going in at Naranja Park that should suffice for pickleball players without taking away tennis courts. I completed this form previously and thought of some other ideas for senior programming: Pottery Horse Back Riding for Seniors Wood Working Jewelry Making Scrap Booking Home Brewing Billiards Wine Festival Paint Night Computer Classes Bocce Ball Flower Arranging Needlework Quilting Wind Chimes Rock Painting Holiday Crafts Holiday Parties ( Could be dress-up ) Community Service Day for: -> Youth on Their Own -> Casa de los Ninos -> Beads for Courage -> Donation Day for Soup Kitchen, Homeless Shelter, etc Guided Tours and Lunch -> White Stallion Ranch -> Tanque Verde Ranch -> Etc I didn’t know cards and board games were offered as to seniors. I didn't know these classes existed. Although I've never attended, I'd potentially be interested in a Yoga and Pilates class. I do not know how to answer the above section. I have participated in some of these activities but not with OV Parks & Recreation I go to gym 3 days a week. Used to walk the trails in OV frequently years ago. I had no idea any of the above was available. How do I find out about this? There are quite a few things we would be interested in. I have never seen an offering for some of the things listed above - eg. tours or gardening, Senior hiking - slower paced hikes with a leader Photography using cell phone - the current class requires a camera which no one uses anymore HIIT for seniors Spanish for seniors and Spanish practice 16 vegetable gardening class Citrus exchange I have never seen any advertisement of most of the above activities. I would be interested in many of them. I have not participated in indoor game activities such as card and board games, yet, but I didn’t know they were happening. I see them as an outlet to competing without having to physically be active and also an avenue to meet others for companionship. I know some people who would like to have someone to work with them on technical devices, to be able to use their phones and tablets, etc more easily. Some periodic tech resource would probably be welcome. Thank you for asking. I lie the music option. I want to take cello. I like Zumba and line dancing classes. I wish there were more morning classes including these types of classes. (Even on a Saturday or Sunday) I live in oro valley (rancho vistoso) but travel to Marana to take advantage of their seni or rec center which is amazing at a cost of only $40 per year and I attend their amazing yoga classes and line dancing and tai chi and Zumba classes. All for that amazing price. They also offer pairing classes card games and so many other opportunities f or seniors. It is such a great program. I was so worried when we sold our home in Marana. We almost did not but in OV until I made sure I could still belong to the Marana rec center without being a resident of Marana. They don’t even charge extra for not living outside of the county which I would gladly pay. I may not have been aware of some of these programs. Maybe there needs to be more publicity, or a brochure sent to all the homes with a link to a website. I moved here during the pandemic and have yet to take classes. I’m ready to participate. I never even knew they had most of these activities! Where do they do them? i never realized how many opportunities there were here! I participate in some of the activities listed but not in conjunction with Parks and Recreation of Oro Valley I played basketball for many years at River Front park, but eventually migrated to Marana to play because OV had only ONE regulation size basketball court with good lighting. There were times that there were 30 people at the River Front court (most waiting to play... hard to believe but I have pictures of it). It was frustrating, especially when we knew OV owned 30+ mostly empty Tennis courts at the same time! Please make sure the planned Basketball courts at Naranja park have good lighting. I see you mention card games. HOW does one find out about these? I have not seen very much information about all of the activities listed above. I think there should be a low cost alternative to the so-called Oro Valley Center. Many are on a pension. When I saw the classes I guess you offered, I figured that you have to be a member of the OV Country Club. I have attached part of a magazine from my hometown. Over the years, they have built up the most successful senior center as it gets. It did take a levy and lots of donations and volunteer help, but it may be a start for Oro Valley (about the same population). I was not aware many of the activities listed above were available (such as learning how to play bridge or bingo, etc.) I was very sorry when the balance class was cancelled, pre-Covid. That or something like Silver Sneakers would be fabulous for my husband!! 17 I wasn't aware of these activities. How are they publicized? How have I missed them? I wish there were more Zumba classes! I would be interested in most of the activities above that I marked that I have never or seldom I would like Silver Sneakers as an option. If it has been available, I wasn’t aware of it. I would like the community center to offer more games and have a evening game night. I just went to a small town in CA and they have friday night game event, bingo, games during the day. They also sponsor bus trips for tours. I would like to have the jacuzzi open, specially during Fall, Winter, and Spring. I would like to learn to knit and I believe there might be others interested, also. As for the activities you reference, above - many of those I do independently, but not through an Oro Valley sponsored event. I will be retiring soon and will have more time to see what my community offers. I would like to see a class of line dancing that starts at the very beginning instead of being with experienced dancers already. I would like to see a quilt club established I would like to see an exercise class for grandparents. Keeping strong activities that strengthen muscles for getting up and down off floor etc I would like to see a technology class for travel I would like a drumming class or group I would like a exercise class that uses drum sticks for work outs I would like to see more low-cost art, music, cooking and speical event classes. $50 is a lot for a photography class or painting class. Would love to see ceramics and more fitness class geared to seniors like yoga for arthritis or fitness classes for people with arthtitis. I also hope you will change the raquestball courts soon to social areas for people to hang out in because you need more room there. It would also be nice if there could be more open swim time. I also like that non-residents can use the facility for the day for a very reasonable $5. I have senior friends who live nearby but no in Oro Valley proper who love this. Thank you. I love Oro Valley and all you do for those of us who live here. I would like to see more water activities focused on senior needs if possible, ie...therapeutic swimming (warm water and some guidance) and water aerobics. I have participated in both lap swimming and water aerobics at the aquatic and community centers. I would like to see additional classes and warmer pools IF possible. Appreciate your asking. I would like to see the Recreational Center improved. Needs work! I would love to see activities and classes offered in the evening 6--9pm or weekends. Not all seniors are retired and sooooo much of the current programming is during the regular work day. I would love to see more pickleball courts in the community I’d like to see fitness classes for men and women with osteoporosis. I’m frustrated because I am 57 and still work full time and swimming pool hours and lap availability starts too late, and ends to early in the day (or is inhibited by children having lessons) that is why I dropped my membership. I want to swim at 5:40 am or 6 pm I’m interested in pickle ball but don’t know how to get started. I’m just worried you will take away more of our tennis courts for pickelball. We need all the tennis courts for members and tournaments I’m not aware of Silver Sneakers-like programs that address balance for older residents. I’d love to know if they exist or will at OVCC 18 I'd like some king of museum touring. E.g. Daytime trip to an art museum - UA museum of art? Others? - Tubac art festival? Also I like educational/history lectures - Some like the library hosts - Needs more publicity on what you do offer. I'd like to see a Senior Playground installed like they have in other countries. It includes low impact equipment for help with strength, balance, range of motion, etc. It also gets seniors outside for fresh air and socializing. You can get more info at seniorplanet.org/playgrounds-for-seniors If I didn't live in OV I'd be participating much more but I find too many people in OV really awful to be with -- mean, opinionated, narrow-minded, arrogant. I'm answering this for both my husband and myself. He is content with his level of activity and interaction. I would like to increase my opportunities to go hiking with others. I don't feel it is safe to hike alone, but my husband doesn't hike. I'm interested in presentations about the local plant life and wildlife. I'm not a member (yet) which is the reason for the above "Seldom/Never" responses. I do many of those things but not through OVP&R. Intro to bridge Word games It would be nice if the town organized cycling or hiking groups. Jazzercise! Keeping the tennis facilities in top shape is most important to me and it can help to bring in a olt of revenue to the town. Knitting and sewing groups would be of interest. Lifestyle medicine lectures with emphasis on whole food plant-based nutrition. Like many of the above but haven’t been settle long enough to participate Line dancing Line dancing Looking forward to the new tennis courts being completed so I can start playing again. Loved trivia, but would prefer questions more appropriate to an older group; i.e., less movies/music only the younger folks will recognize. Can you try to find one that is more general knowledge based? Mah Jongg Mahjong group is fun and great for brain fitness. Also bridge. Need room for meetings such as these. Trivia Nights are also fun. Dance classes such as tango and salsa are enjoyable and a good workout. Thank you for the survey. Mahjong Bridge Make silver sneakers full service at the community center. Masters swimming at lunch time. Meditation Miss the stretch class taught by Eileen Moderate level hiking groups, watercolor classes, lectures on local flora and fauna. Monthly card group. More educational experiences are necessary. Too much emphasis on recreational. More masters swimming More outdoor concerts on the lawn More pickleball courts. More leagues and regular open play. Benches and shade. Tournaments. 19 more senior tennis activities tournaments, leagues, etc. More tours and card groups Most of the activities above are outdoors. I’d like to see more indoor events. Also, the community Center needs ADA access that isn’t a back door option as is currently in place. Silver Sneakers needs to be an option at the Community Center. Multiple Karaoke Venues Need more indoor and outdoor pickleball courts! Need more pickleball and less tennis. Retired tax payers should not have to play in any sports like pickleball. Never have seen ballroom classed and class could be easily scheduled if you have the right room and flooring. Newish to area… Now that the weather is cooler - Perhaps, seasonal outdoor games for seniors, maybe in late afternoons or Sundays such as Bocce Ball or Cornhole games with some learning these games as well as playing. Maybe at the Rec center or at a nearby park. okay. I am not clear on the second question: Do you mean, these activities through OV parks classes? Or on my own? Or at home? Or through another venue? The question is not clear. I answered all in the negative, as I do not use OV classes or facilities as there are NONE near me at all. Also, when I have checked on pricing, it's been pretty high, IMHO. That said, I would love to try things if there were Zoom options. If there was another center somewhere near me (Ina & Oracle area). If the costs were within my budget. Thanks! One more tabata class would be great. Open to other options Open/Pickup Volleyball in the evenings. For example, women over 40 and men over 50. It would be great if there was an indoor facility to just play volleyball and not need to be on a specific team and participate in tournaments. Osteoporosis Small Group Training for Strength and Stronger Bones OV needs activities that involve dogs for dog lovers. The OV dog park is atrocious! Compared to other cities in the US it would rank very poorly. Money is invested in other areas of Naraja Park but not the dog park. Many dog owners are now going to Tangerine Sky Park because it is cared for. Dog owners pay taxes too. Our park is basically a dirt/sand park. The area could be expanded with varying elevations, trees for shade, GRASS (like the soccer field), and maybe even a water feature. I own a vacation rental and people bring their dogs. I promote the dog park, but people are often very disappointed in its poor condition. OV could have an AMAZING dog park that rivals other US dog parks, and it could be a "destination" for our residents and visitors. If maintenance is the issue, then offer an annual or visitor membership fee with key card access (like hotel rooms) that gets y ou in the gate. But no one will purchase a membership until the dog park is greatly improved. OV Rec Ctr does not take silver sneakers only renew active so we go to LA Fitness. I like to do things that are cost effective. Biking and hiking are free. Going with a small group would be fun. Where I'm from yoga was offered free by Lululemon with various yoga studios teaching for one month terms in exchange for advertising or maybe Lulu was subsidizing (not sure). We've been to a couple of lectures at the Natl Park Store. Well attended and interesting. Will pay for an activity I really want to attend but not every week. I wonder if there is value in charging an annual fee so people can attend what they want with up charge for non-members. I like paying just one fee to go to the desert museum when I want. Not much of a late night attendee. OV should strongly support Pusch Ridge 9 hole golf course. When you are handicapped, in your senior years having a 9 hole golf course is really beneficial. Your endurance, time matches the 9 hole 20 efforts. OV government has not supported the Pusch Ridge golf course. They have purposely attempted to degrade it to make it seem that it is not a viable investment by the Town. The last year of operation has shown that proper operation can benefit the Town monetarily as well as increasing rounds played to over 4 times as the previous years. Overall great! Locker rooms at OVAC need better cleaning! Personally, I am super interested in Pottery and Mosaic making classes....and learning to create jewelry with polymer clays, etc. Another thought comes to mind -- grief counseling. We have a lot of seniors who lost a spouse (or another loved one). I never see that offered around here and have to drive 30+ minutes to attend a meeting that is essentially a non-event for getting through the process. A dining out group would be nice too. Not aware of any that addresses Oro Valley, etc. Pickle Ball Pickle ball Movies for adults Pickleball in the evening. Badminton & ping pong - probably round with set times I would like to connect with the Oro Valley community. Various games like quidler, banana grams, poker, skip bo. Classical music outside. Maybe ping pong in the game room. 2 tables. Pickleball lessons , especially for beginners Pilates Ping Pong or Table Tennis. Play a lot to tennis, use the swimming pool often and just getting back into using the weight machines. The Renew program was a nice bonus. Please accept that some of us are still quite fit. Please offer kick boxing and step classes again. Please consider hosting archery events for additional OV revenue. Please do not decrease the aunt of tennis courts! It is so tough to get courts at prime times. And they are important for consideration in hosting tournaments. Great economical impact! Please offer photography classes! Please remember that seniors often have to take care of long ones and access to parks is important. There is no park near Suffolk Hills to take kids to- no swings, no basketball courts, no slides, no frisbee areas. No picnic areas. Poker night Poker, scrabble, trips to casino, Pusch Ridge Golf does NOT need Disc Golf Recently moved to the area, therefore, not familiar with most of these programs and where they are listed (i.e., is there a website that describes these as well as time and place of offering). Resistance training and light weights to help maintain bone health Rides. Some seniors cannot drive. Ride system? Rock climbing, gymnastics Senior Olympic festival for Oro Valley, they have it in green valley and sierra Vista etc Senior tennis tournaments would be nice. 21 Senior Yoga or Chair Yoga. Since I live in Sun City I have much of what is listed and more through my HOA. Volunteer Bike Patrol through Parks & Recs, since The Town felt there was too much liability through the CVAP program. It could be a Town Ambassador in the parks & recreation areas and on all the multi-use paths throughout the Town that connect or will connect the recreational facilities. If the Town through Parks & Recs is interested, I would love to share my proposal. Since we do not have a senior center it would be nice if the city sponsored weekly game days… hand & foot, samba, bridge, Asian and National May Jong . Since we have a huge population of elder folks here in Oro Valley, the chances of diminishing mental health is in abundance. I think get togethers should be held once a week with crafts, art, education, music etc. to help out and also to network. A lot of spouses here are caregivers to their loved ones 24/7 and get no rest at all. It would be great to have a Respite Day for caregivers to drop their loved ones off for lunch (PCOA) and an afternoon of activities. Catalina used to offer this on Wednesday afternoons but closed when Covid went crazy. Now we have nothing in our area at all. Social group for those that want to get together with their dogs. Some seniors, myself included, work more than full time, such that we need more early morning, evening, and weekend yoga opportunities! Stop spending money, like the seniors do. Support groups Survey a bit confusing in last category about whether the activity has to have been through the parks department. I hike a lot but not through the parks department. I would like lectures, but not boring ones like health and finance. I am more than an aging person! I have taken art classes through tohono chul but not at parks and rec. Swimming Technique Class and learn proper strokes. Tai chi Target shooting Tennis is growing all over the country and the USTA has the numbers to back it up. Keep the tennis times so we can keep playing in our various competitive leagues. Jennifer Fuchs & staff are the best we could have & her ability to get tennis tournaments to come to the Comm Center / Pusch Ridge are a great addition and bring added dollars to Oro Valley. We are so fortunate to have her taking care of us. Tennis is wonderful and very important to us at both locations. Thank you, thank you for redoing the tennis courts at the CC. Much needed...with the growing tennis community and tennis tournaments we need as many tennis courts as possible. The above was not clear. Did you mean at the Oro Valley Rec Center? We live in Sun City Oro Valley so take part in what we have to offer here. I answered to what we do in SC. If we did not have those available, I would participate in OV The community would benefit greatly with the installation of an art center/ studio for those who are experienced and those would like to learn clay and pottery techniques. The county has programs in Tucson and the senior communities offer these opportunities but not everyone lives in a senior community or within proximity to access such. Oro Valley is lacking in this important community asset. A pottery studio would benefit all in the community and would help build a strong community bond as well. I am aquatinted with many seniors who would be excited to participate in clay classes or open studio for those with experience. It’s a great opportunity and the community center surely has room to have a studio in Oro Valley. 22 The fitness classes at the Community Center are great but parking is an issue. Would be great if the Parks and Rec could help out maybe a shuttle between the library/town offices at peak times. Thanks Theater or Art outings with transportation provided from the rec center to the downtown venue. Can be evening or afternoon. There are not many options for seniors who still work There are several you list that I was unaware of but would be interested in...hiking and biking among them. There are some communities that offer trips aboard at a reduced price for seniors. I would be interested in something like that. transportation for mobility impaired, senior luncheons Travel Verty interested in community gardening. OV needs a space or spaces t o accomodate gardeners unable to garden at home or apartment due to space constarints or HOA prohibitions. Steam Pump?? Community Center?? Walks explaining the history, geology, and ecology of the area, esp. Honey Bee Canyon. Art talks presented by docents of the Tucson Museum of Art. More blues and folk concerts. Talks by Mayor and council members on subjects pertaining to Oro Valley Want silver sneakers class Warm water therapy pool with arthritis classes (pool 89 deg.**) , stretching classes Silver Sneakers type of classes for people who don't have insurance coverage for it (you can't participate if insurance doesn't cover it). **The only warm water therapy pool is at Reid Park, too far from Oro Valley Was a very disappointed to find out that you OV has only one silver sneaker class and no other silver sneaker opportunities at the community center. I go to other places to benefit from silver sneakers as a result WATER AEROBICS. BONNIE IS A FANTASTIC INSTRUCTOR+ ITS A GREAT WORKOUT. DONNA -THE WOMAN WHOSE MOTHER JUST DIED, ISN'T A GOOD INSTRUCTOR. THE WORKOUT IS A WASTE OF TIME. SHE WONT ALLOW STUDENTS TO USE " NOODLE" OR STYROFOAM. AQUA TABATA - THE INSTRUCTOR STARTS LATE, ENDS EARLY+IS NOT ENGAGED WITH THE CLASS. I NO LONGER ATTEND AQUA TABATA OR DONNA'S CLASS AS I END OF FEELING FUSTRATED. Way for seniors to connect and meet other seniors with similar interest We are fortunate to have the best tennis program in Tucson. The court upgrade at the Community Center was long over due and I can't be more excited to see and play on the new courts. Hopefully maintenance at the Pusch Ridge facility can be kept up as well. Tennis has allow me to stay fit and connected with my friends. Thank you Oro Valley for supporting our tennis program. We have the best tennis facility in Tucson, especially since we are upgrading the tennis courts at the Community Recreation Center. As a premium member, I hope that we will also continue the required maintenance at the Pusch Ridge site. In order to attract income to the Town of Oro Valley, both sites must have well-kept courts. The tennis tournaments are a revenue generator for the town. The tennis program offers opportunities for people over 55. It has kept many of us young and healthy. T hank you Oro Valley for supporting the valuable tennis program here! We live in Sun City and get most of her activities there. We live in Sun City. How about chess? We need a good salad bar restaurant 23 We often fight to reserve tennis courts in the winter. Pickleball previously took one of our courts and impacts a second court next to it because no one wants to place there. Please do not take more of our tennis courts away! Weekly or bi-monthly community dance to variety of music. What we could use is a large indoor walking track or course for the hot months and nights during the winter. I’m willing to buy a membership to help with the cost of construction. I teach personal budgeting and money management, I am willing to provide free materials. Please Email me if interested. While I run races, mountain bike, and road bike! have never seen any OV parks programs for that. The above questions are very confusing as it seems to imply specific P&R programs versus activities I do and am interested in. Wine tasting with Arizona vineyards/wineries. Group charter buses to the wineries or having the wineries come to Oro Valley With the recent dedication of the Nature Preserve, interpretive desert walks and bird watching programs would seem attractive for seniors, especially those in wheel chairs or walkers with the paved surface trails in the Preserve. Would be nice to have mental health groups. Medicare insurance says it covers it but Cigna’s providers listed don’t actually take insurance. Depression groups, grief group, support groups come to mind. Would like a senior citizens group with programs. Reasonable membership fees should be chsrged. Would like dance classes that don’t always require a partner. Would like weight training/ osteoporosis prevention small group lessons. No power lifters around during class. Would like to see step or floor aerobics classes Would love more Zumba gold. Interested in a lively and energetic class (NOT a modified class geared to 80-90 year olds). I took Rozali Hayden's classes for 5 1/2 years til they stopped recently. She's great! Hope she returns. Otherwise please get someone. M to F preferably. Also interested in Beginner Tap Dancing for adults. Mon to Friday Would love to organize a sewing group to benefit charities! Would love to see educational lectures Yes -- United Healthcare has a monopoly on use of the fitness center. I can get mutual of omaha's senior plan but it is not honored at the fitness area. Yes ,....some where to play mahjongg, like a senior center.... Yes, bridge the card game, take over the Northwest Tucson Bridge Club as a Community activity. Talk to me Richad Augur 520 572-8700 Yoga classes You mention softball, but you have refused to respond positively when previously asked. You should have an evening Life And Training/Cert class, so us morning swimmers can fill in for the "missing" Life Guards Zydeco dance Question 1 Generally speaking, what is your level of interest in the following activities? Select one option per activity: Not interested Somewhat interested Very interested Dance classes Fitness classes and activities Hands-on classes (e.g. art, photography, cooking) Lectures and educational opportunities Social groups (e.g. coffee club, book club) Social outings (e.g. trips to the theatre, museums, meet-and-greet events) Sports leagues and tournaments Volunteering Other: Question 2 Oro Valley Parks and Recreation offers numerous activities and programs. Please indicate your level of participation in the following: Select one option per activity: Seldom/ Never Previously Currently Archery Art Classes Art & Food Festivals Cards & Board Games Cycling (road bikes or mountain bikes) Dance Classes (e.g. ballroom, tango) Educational Tours & Trips Farmers Market Fitness: Aqua Aerobics Senior Programming & Activities Survey The Town of Oro Valley is working to broaden and improve access to recreational programs for seniors. Your answers to the following questions will help us identify the type of programming that is of greatest interest to residents ages 55+. Thank you for participating in this survey! Senior Programming & Activities Survey | Page 1 Select one option per activity: Seldom/ Never Previously Currently Fitness: Dance & Zumba Fitness: Personal Training Fitness: Spin & Cardio Fitness: Strength Training & HIIT Fitness: Tai Chi & Quigong Fitness: Yoga & Pilates Gardening Golf Hiking Kickball Lectures (e.g. health, personal finance) Live Music & Concerts Martial Arts (e.g. Karate, Tae Kwon Do) Movies & Movie Night Events Music Classes Programs like Renew Active, Silver Sneakers, and Silver & Fit Pickleball Races: 5K, 10K, Triathlon Second Saturdays at Steam Pump Ranch Special Events (e.g. July 4th, Celebrate OV) Sports, other (e.g. basketball, softball) Swimming Tennis Walking Question 2 (continued) Oro Valley Parks and Recreation offers numerous activities and programs. Please indicate your level of participation in the following: Page 2 | Senior Programming & Activities Survey Question 3 Are there any other activities or ideas you’d like to share with us? Question 4 How does cost impact your decision to participate in an event or activity? (Select one) It depends on the activity and my personal level of interest I am only interested in free or low-cost activities I am only interested in FREE activities Cost is not a factor for me Question 5 When it comes to attending an event or activity, would transportation be a deciding factor for you? (Select one) Yes, I would only be able to attend if transportation were provided No, I have my own mode of transportation Sometimes/Maybe: It depends on the day/time Senior Programming & Activities Survey | Page 3 Question 6 To help us better serve the community, please provide the following demographic information. AGE Under 50 50-59 60-69 70-79 80+ GENDER Male Female Do not wish to answer RESIDENCY I live in Oro Valley year-round I live in an assisted living facility within Oro Valley I live in Oro Valley part-time (e.g. snowbird)I do not live within Oro Valley town limits If you live in Oro Valley either full-time or part-time, for how long? Less than a year 1 to 5 years 6 to 10 years 11 to 15 years 16 to 20 years 21+ years Does not apply; I do not live in OV Thank you for taking the time to fill out this survey—we greatly appreciate it! If you would like to be notified of upcoming events, classes and programs, please provide your email address, and we’ll add you to the Oro Valley Parks & Recreation email list. E-MAIL ADDRESS Surveys must be returned to Nancy Ellis by September 30, 2022. You may send them via email to nellis@orovalleyaz.gov, or by mail to the following address: Nancy Ellis Oro Valley Parks and Recreation 10555 N. La Canada Drive Oro Valley, AZ 85737 Page 4 | Senior Programming & Activities Survey Senior Programming Task Force Report November 15, 2022 In its Strategic Leadership Plan for FY 20/21 and FY 21/22, Town Council defined Focus Area 2 as Culture and Recreation. Goal B of this Focus Area contained the objective: “Form a temporary task force to review current senior recreation programming and identify opportunities that will broaden and improve such program access.” Senior Programming Task Force Report Senior Programming Task Force Report Formation of Task Force Defining deliverables Research Survey development Survey available as Appendix I Survey •Online •Mail-in •In-person discussions Open house –September 29, 2022 Public participation opportunities Senior Programming Task Force Report Senior Programming Task Force Report 903 responses Statistically significant for Oro Valley population 50+ Demographics: Gender: •Women 67.73% •Men 28.24% Ages: •50-59 11.52% •60-69 43.96% •70-79 37.54% •80+5.87% Survey results OVERALL LEVEL OF INTEREST in ACTIVITES BY PERCENTAGE Somewhat and Very Interested Responses Combined Senior Programming Task Force Report Rank Activity Combined % 1 Lectures and Educational Opportunities 68.24 2 Hands-On Classes 58.16 3 Social Groups 55.37 4 Social Outings 54.09 5 Fitness Classes and Activities 48.03 6 Volunteering 47.17 7 Sports Leagues 43.97 8 Dance 42.41 9 Other 15.5 Senior Programming Task Force Report 264 responses Requesting new programs/activities Commenting on current facilities and programs Summarized in PRAB report Detailed responses in Appendix II Open-ended question: Recommendations for Parks and Recreation Department to develop more programs and activities for seniors: (1)promote existing activities and programs while increasing fitness offerings; (2)offer educational opportunities and hands-on classes; and (3)develop social groups and trips. Senior Programming Task Force Report Questions? Senior Programming Task Force Report Thank you to: Task Force members:Staff: Patricia Bacalis Nancy Ellis Becky Foster Matthew Jankowski Lois Feldman Brandon Laue Lucy Kramer Misti Nowak Cathy Wayand Karl Shaddock Johnna Wills Senior Programming Task Force Report    Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Special Session 1. Meeting Date:11/15/2022   Submitted By:MaryAnne Tolmie, Parks and Recreation SUBJECT: INTRODUCTION OF COUNSULTANTS AND PROJECT OVERVIEW OF THE VISTOSO TRAILS NATURE PRESERVE RECOMMENDATION: N/A EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Request for Proposal #23002, Vistoso Trails Master Plan was published July 18, 2022. Three firms submitted proposals (August 12, 2022) and Sites Southwest was selected.  BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION: Sites Southwest leads includes Principal, George Radnovich and Project Manager, Liz Cole. Project kick-off meeting was held on September 28, 2022, with focus on goals/objectives, project schedule, data collection, and community engagement.   Goals/objectives included  Crating a plan based upon input received from the community Developing a plan that is a dynamic document that is fully compliant with the requirements of the conservation easement Creating a plan that can be implemented in phases Developing a habitat management plan Developing education programs that celebrate the sites cultural and environmental resources; focus on development of a volunteer docent program Providing access for a variety of users that include walkers, cyclists, bird watchers, school groups and eco-tourism  Data collection has begun and meeting with stakeholder groups have been scheduled via TEAMS.   Stakeholder groups include:  Town Council Town Staff Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (PRAB) School Principals Community groups  Preserve Vistoso Rancho Vistoso HOA Suncity Oro Valley Conservation/Preservation groups  The Conservation Fund Archeology Southwest AZ Native Plant Society Audubon Society  The Sites Southwest team will be on site the week of November 14, 2022. Town Council Stakeholder meetings have been scheduled this week as well as the following community engagement meetings. They will also be at the Preserve, dates/times are TBD.    Tuesday, November 15  Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting at 6 p.m. in the Hopi Room Wednesday, November 16  Community Workshop between 10:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. at the Oro Valley Public Library Town Council meeting at 6 p.m. in Council Chambers Thursday, November 17  Community Meeting at 6 p.m. in Council Chambers    Staff are finalizing a project landing page for the community to stay up-to-date on the project. That page will go-live Monday, October 24th. Additionally, Sites Southwest, in partnership with Town staff are finalizing a questionnaire that will be available on-line for people to contribute additional information. This will be in paper form as well and available at the Community Center, special events and at the Preserve.   Community input will continue through end of November with a Community Input Report due mid-December.   The project schedule includes Sites Southwest having a draft Master Plan developed by mid-January 2023 which will be followed by another Community Workshop and Meeting.   The first Master Plan Draft will be presented to PRAB late February 2023 and Town Council early March 2023. The final Master Plan Draft will be presented to PRAB late April 2023 and Town Council early May 2023. FISCAL IMPACT: N/A SUGGESTED MOTION: N/A Attachments Draft Vistoso-Trails-November Powerpoint 11042022  Vistoso Trails Master Plan Sites Southwest was founded in 1997 in Albuquerque,New Mexico to provide clients throughout the Southwestern United States with planning,landscape architecture,and urban design services.We are an SBA- certified small business based in New Mexico with offices in Albuquerque,El Paso,and Bend,Oregon. We believe that great places are created by carefully and collaboratively integrating site,environment,and culture.We understand and value our region’s diverse ecosystems,cultures,traditions,and environments. Our mission is to significantly improve the communities in which we work. OUR TEAM Blending the skills of planners,designers,and educators,The Acorn Group offers award-winning services in interpretive planning and design.Part art,part science and history,accented with storytelling and design,our interpretive master plans,exhibits,panels,and programs create sensory-rich experiences that bring content to life.Established in 1990 and nationally certified as a Woman Business Enterprise,The Acorn Group works with a range of clients from government agencies to private and non-profit institutions.Project sites include visitor centers,museums,public gardens,ecological reserves,parks,and educational institutions.Our greatest satisfaction comes from seeing plans and drawings become reality and watching visitors take delight in new experience. BACHECHI OPEN SPACE AND TRAIL MASTER PLAN Our Team’s Relevant Project Experience The refuge’s goals include attracting waterfowl and other avian species to xeric and mesoxeric landscape habitats. VALLE DE ORO MASTER PLAN Sites Southwest received three awards for our work onHighDesert,including theAmericanSocietyof Landscape Architects’New Mexico Chapter’s 2006 DesignAward. HIGH DESERT COMMUNITY The Acorn Group’s projects and efforts have beenrecognizednationally,receiving such awards as theExhibitDesignAward,Print and Media Award,andInterpretiveMediaAwardbytheNationalAssociationforInterpretation,Award of Excellence by the American Society ofLandscapeArchitects,Best of Show by theWesternFairsAssociation,Award of Excellence by theCaliforniaParksandRecreationSociety,andNationalEducationAwardbythe Association of ZoosandAquariums. •Big Basin Redwood State Park •Borrego Village Association •Cabrillo Marine Aquarium •Compton Creek Natural Area •George F Canyon Nature Center •North Carolina Botanical Garden •Silver Creek Preserve •Coral Mountain Discovery Park •Anza-Borrego Desert State Park •Holden Forests and Gardens VISTOSO TRAILS MASTER PLAN The goal of the master plan process is to create a working document that addresses: •The long-term protection of the site ecological and cultural resources. •Providing educational opportunities for a wide-range of user groups that is inclusive of all ages and abilities. •Creating site-sensitive passive recreational attributes that blend the built environment within the natural surroundings. The two hundred and two (202)acre Vistoso Trails Nature Preserve presents the beauty of the Sonoran Desert teeming with wildlife and artifacts of the Native Americans who lived and hunted there.The existing 6.2-mile,eight-foot-wide concrete path winds through the property providing visitors with views of the Catalina and Tortolita mountains,examples of varied desert vegetation,and the opportunity to view an abundance of wildlife.With easy access from multiple locations,visitors can stroll the property and connect with the natural world we tend take for granted. Stakeholder Input Received to Date 2022 Stakeholder Interviews Conducted from October 4, 2022 –November 3, 2022 Programming Suggestions: •Create a system of looped walking/biking trails •Provide natural surface trails for running and walking •Create separate areas for wildlife viewing •Provide spaces for family gatherings •Include sculpture and public art •Provide shade and seating areas •Create educational gardens and signage •Provide dispersed parking areas and directional signage •Address wash area erosion and safe crossing concerns •Create areas for nature play •Provide programming for habitat and dark sky viewing •Connect the Preserve trail to the Town trail system •Create natural structures and water features to support habitat •Re-establish native vegetation throughout the Preserve •Develop operations and management protocols Next Steps Community Engagement Timeline •Tuesday, November 15, 2022 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting at 6 p.m.in the Hopi Room •Wednesday, November 16, 2022 Community Workshop between 10:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. at the Oro Valley Public Library Town Council Meeting at 6 p.m.in Council Chambers •Thursday, November 17,2022 Community Meeting at 6 p.m. in Council Chambers Project Timeline •November -December 2022 1. Site Research and Data Gathering 2. Stakeholder Meetings 3. In-person Meetings and Workshop 4. Questionnaire 5. Findings Report •January –March 2023 1. Draft Master Plan -Presented to Community via Community Workshop and Meeting (January) 2. Draft Master Plan -Presented to Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (February) 3. Draft Master Plan -Presented to Town Council (March) •April –May 2023 1. Final Master Plan -Presented to Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (April) 2. Final Maser Plan -Presented to Town Council (May) For more information,contact: Sites Southwest 505.822-8200 lcole@sites-sw.com Questions & Comments    Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Special Session 2. Meeting Date:11/15/2022   Submitted By:Casey Wilson, Parks and Recreation SUBJECT: DISCUSSION REGARDING OPPORTUNITIES TO GET INVOLVED IN THE NEXT TEN-YEAR GENERAL PLAN UPDATE RECOMMENDATION: N/A EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: N/A BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION: Milini Simms, AICP, Principal Planner, Community & Economic Development Department will give presentation and answer questions. FISCAL IMPACT: N/A SUGGESTED MOTION: N/A Attachments Invitation to Advisory Group Presentation_PRAB  Opportunities to get Involved in the next 10-Year General Plan Update Budget and Finance Commission November 15, 2022 10-year policy document guiding long-term decisions for the community What is a General Plan? Community Desires Directions and Actions Legal Requirements Importance of the General Plan The General Plan gets things done! Goals and policies to bridge the gap between the community’s vision and reality Actions to fulfill the goals and policies Arts and Culture Places and Events Health Parks and Recreation Examples of a Parks and Recreation related Action: •Action 39: Evaluate and address the Town’s community park system conditions and needs by: •Creating an inventory and maintenance plan for existing parks and open space in the community •Identifying target locations for needed community recreational amenities •Periodically reviewing and updated the Parks Master Plan. •Developing and integrating strategies that address park shortages, preservation needs and safety upgrades into the Parks Master Plan The General Plan Gets Things Done Delivering on promises made to the community 95% of the 310 actions are being worked on or complete 4 more years to complete remaining actions Prioritized through the Town Council Strategic Leadership Plan Annual Progress Report presented to Town Council at the end of each year Next presentation –Dec. 7 First enacted in 1998 Growing Smarter Legislation Contents Topics based on jurisdiction size and growth rate Zoning and General Plan decisions in conformity Procedural Requirements Public involvement plan Jurisdiction notification Adoption Voter Approval (51+%) 2/3 Majority Vote of Town Council Re-adopt every 10 years Topics of interest Housing Water Land Use Environ- ment and Views Transpor- tation Public Safety Parks and events Town growth Your Voice, Our Future (YVOF) General Plan Ratified by 71% of the voters in Nov. 2016 Won the “Best Public Outreach Award” from the Arizona’s Chapter of the National Planning Association and the “Silver Circle Award for Citizen Participation” from the City- County Marketing Association Annual status reports presented to the Commission and Town Council YVOF -Three years of planning What the community told us Residents in Oro Valley. . . Most value: Safe community with low crime rate Scenic and natural beauty Sense of community Least value: Lack of services Rapid growth To build a better community focus on: Managing land development Maintaining safety Employment opportunities Parks Festivals or cultural events Shopping opportunities First Step: The Public Participation Plan (PPP) Open –input shapes the plan Inclusive –all demographics Convenient –diverse involvement opportunities Collaborative –decisions that resonate with the community Accountable –ongoing assessment Invitation to all board/commission members Public Participation Plan Advisory Group Purpose: Provide opinions regarding the extent of the General Plan update Identify community values relative to public participation Shape a communications strategy to reach Oro Valley’s broad demographic range Select a preferred communication strategy and budget among three public participation levels or alternatives Tentative schedule 4 weekly meetings throughout December/January Participation in-person or online via Zoom Future Board / Commission Involvement Routine check-ins with boards and commissions Volunteer opportunities to help gather community input and spread the word Focused committee work to development goals, policies and actions Public Participation Plan Official Public “Kick-Off” Committee Work Adoption and Ratification Community Engagement Throughout Entire Process We Are Here Questions/Comments: Milini Simms, AICP Principal Planner 520-229-4836 msimms@orovalleyaz.gov    Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Special Session 3. Meeting Date:11/15/2022   Submitted By:Casey Wilson, Parks and Recreation SUBJECT: PROGRESS UPDATE, PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION REGARDING THE ORO VALLEY $25 MILLION PARK BOND PROJECT APPROVED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL, RESOLUTION NO. (R)21-47 ON SEPTEMBER 22, 2021 RECOMMENDATION: N/A EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: This agenda item is to review staff findings as a result of the October 5, 2022 Town Council Meeting regarding the financial status of all the projects associated with the $25M Parks Bond. Since that meeting, staff has embarked on an aggressive Value Engineering (VE) exercise to close the presented shortfall of $18,216,221. In summary, with all the VE measures proposed plus a 5% ($900,000) contingency added in (for everything remaining to be built except for the phase 2 golf irrigation replacement as it already has a 10% contingency), the project shortfall has been reduced from $18,216,221 to $3,163,829. This shortfall could be drawn from current available reserves. BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION: BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION: Since the October 5, 2022, Parks Bond Update presentation, staff has embarked on an aggressive Value Engineering (VE) exercise to close the presented shortfall. At the October 5th meeting the following financial summary was presented: The current total cost of all projects associated with the bond is:  Naranja Park Expansion $ 33,665,457 (Contracted & Estimated) Golf Irrigation Replacement $ 9,153,218 (Contracted) Tennis Courts Replacements $ 2,921,044 (Contracted) Community Center Parking Lot $ 2,000,000 (Estimated) Multi-Use Paths $ 3,620,000 (Contracted & Estimated) Total Cost $ 51,359,719 The current funding sources provide the following:  Parks Bond $ 25,000,000 Community Center Fund $ 2,100,000 ARPA $ 4,623,498 RTA $ 420,000 Federal Grant $ 1,000,000 Total Funding $ 33,143,498 This creates a shortfall, between total costs and total funding, of $18,216,221. Since this meeting, staff has undergone a very aggressive VE effort aimed at closing the gap between costs and funding. The following is a list of available cost savings measures that decrease the current shortfall: Naranja Park Expansion: Savings of $12,037,392  Utility Material Long Lead Items – Reduction in scope of amenities causes reductions in utility mains being installed at this time, as well as elimination of 2 fields has caused reduction in construction materials ordered here. Savings = $474,343  Infrastructure Work – same as “Utility Material Long Lead Items". Savings = $691,606  Musette Road – No work to existing asphalt, replace new asphalt with double shot chip-seal and slurry seal, reductions in curbing and site walls. Savings = $1,886,226  Skatepark, Pump Track, Basketball – Defer basketball courts, reduction of wheel park to $500K, dirt pump track & limit construction to $200K, remove shade sails, relocating to northern pad, curb and parking reductions. However due to relocation, will require adding in a restroom. Savings = $1,313,162  Splash Pad – Reduced the budget for the splash pad by half, reduced the budget for the shade sails by half, removed the restroom and ramada. Savings = $1,496,189  Pickleball – Reduced the number of courts from 6 to 4, remove ramada, associated hardscape reductions. Savings = $329,996  Parking- replace new asphalt with double shot chip-seal and slurry seal except within handicap parking areas, reductions in curbing and site walls. Savings = $2,087,217  Ops & Maintenance Center  – Defer maintenance operations building and associated elements, lighting reductions, pavement reductions and fencing material reductions (replacing masonry wall with chain-link). Savings = $1,155,673  Multi-Use Fields – Defer the construction of fields 7&8, including lighting and associated hardscape reductions, no landscaping, remove one ramada. Savings = $1,893,300  Dog Park – Leave as is, do not relocate. Savings = $709,680 Golf Irrigation Replacement: Savings of $400,000  Phase 1 Contingency savings = $400,000 Tennis Courts Replacement: Savings of $172,590  Contingency savings = $172,590 Community Center Parking Lot: Savings of $1,400,000  Reduce scope to just clearing, regrading, and paving only the dirt lot = $1,400,000 Multi-Use Paths: Savings of $3,362,410   La Canada path – keep on west side to utilize RTA funding, only construct the gap area with MUP, defer the remaining MUP = $862,410 Naranja path – now completely funded by outside sources = $1,000,000 CDO to JDK path – defer until later = $1,500,000 The total savings from all the above measures = $17,372,392 This reduces the overall project(s) cost to $33,987,327 When comparing to the following funding:  Parks Bond $ 25,000,000 Community Center Fund $ 2,100,000 ARPA $ 4,623,498 RTA Removed – realized above in the savings Federal Grant Removed – realized above in the savings Total Funding $ 31,723,498 The current shortfall = $2,263,829 It needs to be noted that this is the financial picture as we know it today. It also does not include contingency for future cost increases for materials or labor or design impacts, except for the Phase 2 Golf Irrigation Replacement. Projects of this magnitude should have a contingency of 10%, which would be another cost impact of $1,800,000 for the remaining work to be accomplished. Even a 5% contingency would be an additional $900,000. With all the VE measures mentioned above plus a 5% contingency added in (for everything remaining to be built except for golf irrigation replacement as it already has a 10% contingency), the project shortfall has been reduced from $18,216,221 to $3,163,829. This shortfall could be drawn from current available reserves. Staff is requesting direction from Council to continue the project(s) as outlined above or to add or deduct further. Any of the unused $900,000 contingency would reduce the amount needed from available reserves. FISCAL IMPACT: There is still a project shortfall by implementing all proposed VE measures. However, that shortfall is $2,263,829 without needed contingency. Adding in a modest 5% ($900,000) contingency for recreation elements not already covered by a contingency, the shortfall is $3,163,829. This shortfall could be drawn from current available reserves. Any of the unused $900,000 contingency would reduce the amount needed from available reserves. SUGGESTED MOTION: N/A    Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Special Session 4. Meeting Date:11/15/2022   Submitted By:MaryAnne Tolmie, Parks and Recreation SUBJECT: DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION TO APPROVE THE PROPOSED 2023 PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD MEETING SCHEDULE RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: N/A BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION: The proposed meeting dates for 2023 are:  Tuesday January 17, 2023 Regular Meeting and Elections 1. Tuesday, March 21, 2023 Regular Meeting  2. Tuesday, May 16, 2023 Regular Meeting 3. August APRA Conference  4. Tuesday, September 19, 2023 Regular Meeting 5. Tuesday, November 14, 2023 Regular Meeting *rescheduled from 11/21/236. FISCAL IMPACT: N/A SUGGESTED MOTION: I MOVE to approve (approve with changes) the 2023 meeting schedule of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.  Attachments 2023 PRAB Meeting Dates  https://orovalleyaz.sharepoint.com/parkrec/Parks and Rec Document Library/PRAB/FY2023 PRAB/PRAB 2023 MEETING CALENDAR.docx PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD PROPOSED MEETING SCHEDULE CALENDAR YEAR 2023 1. Tuesday January 17, 2023 Regular Meeting and Elections 2. Tuesday, March 21, 2023 Regular Meeting 3. Tuesday, May 16, 2023 Regular Meeting 4. August APRA Conference 5. Tuesday, September 19, 2023 Regular Meeting 6. Tuesday, November 14, 2023 Regular Meeting *rescheduled from 11/21/23