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AGENDA
ORO VALLEY TOWN COUNCIL
REGULAR SESSION
MARCH 1, 2023
ORO VALLEY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
11000 N. LA CAÑADA DRIVE
The Town has modified its public comment procedures in the newly renovated town council chambers.
For more details, please see the instructions for in person and/or virtual speakers at the end of the
agenda.
To watch and/or listen to the public meeting online, please visit
https://www.orovalleyaz.gov/town/departments/town-clerk/meetings-and-agendas
Executive Sessions – Upon a vote of the majority of the Town Council, the Council may enter into
Executive Sessions pursuant to Arizona Revised Statutes §38-431.03 (A)(3) to obtain legal advice on
matters listed on the Agenda.
REGULAR SESSION AT OR AFTER 6:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
UPCOMING MEETING ANNOUNCEMENTS
MAYOR AND COUNCIL REPORTS ON CURRENT EVENTS
TOWN MANAGER'S REPORT ON CURRENT EVENTS
ORDER OF BUSINESS: MAYOR WILL REVIEW THE ORDER OF THE MEETING
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
CALL TO AUDIENCE – At this time, any member of the public is allowed to address the Mayor and Town Council
on any issue not listed on today’s agenda. Pursuant to the Arizona Open Meeting Law, individual Council
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 Mayor and Council 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.
PRESENTATIONS
CONSENT AGENDA
(Consideration and/or possible action)
A.Town Council Minutes - February 10 and February 15, 2023, and 2026 General Plan Community
Engagement Advisory Group Minutes - January 19, January 26, February 9, and February 16, 2023
B.Resolution No. (R)23-06, providing notice of intent to increase the potable water base rates, increase
the potable water commodity rates and increase the reclaimed water commodity rate for the Oro Valley
Water Utility
C.Resolution No. (R)23-07, authorizing and approving the Town of Oro Valley Public Works Transit
Division Title VI Plan update
REGULAR AGENDA
1.COMMUNITY CENTER ELEVATOR SCHEMATIC DESIGN REVIEW, DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE
DIRECTION TO STAFF TO COMPLETE CONSTRUCTION PLANS
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS (The Council may bring forth general topics for future meeting agendas. Council may
not discuss, deliberate or take any action on the topics presented pursuant to ARS 38-431.02H)
ADJOURNMENT
The Mayor and Council may, at the discretion of the meeting chairperson, discuss any Agenda item.
POSTED: 2/22/23 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 Council meeting in the office of the Town Clerk 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 Council
meeting at 229-4700.
PUBLIC COMMENT ON AGENDA ITEMS
The Town has modified its public comment procedures for its public bodies to allow for limited remote/virtual
comment via Zoom. The public may provide comments remotely only on items posted as required Public Hearings,
provided the speaker registers 24 hours prior to the meeting. For all other items, the public may complete a blue
speaker card to be recognized in person by the Mayor, according to all other rules and procedures. Written
comments can also be emailed to Town Clerk Michael Standish at mstandish@orovalleyaz.gov for distribution to
the Town Council prior to the meeting. Further instructions to speakers are noted below.
INSTRUCTIONS TO IN-PERSON SPEAKERS
Members of the public shall be allowed to speak on posted public hearings and during Call to Audience when
attending the meeting in person. The public may be allowed to speak on other posted items on the agenda at the
discretion of the Mayor.
If you wish to address the Town Council 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 Town Clerk. 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.
Please step forward to the podium when the Mayor calls on you to address the Council.
1. For the record, please state your name and whether or not you are a Town resident.
2. Speak only on the issue currently being discussed by Council. You will only be allowed to
address the Council one time regarding the topic being discussed.
3. Please limit your comments to 3 minutes.
4. During Call to Audience, you may address the Council on any matter that is not on the agenda.
5. Any member of the public speaking must speak in a courteous and respectful manner to those
present.
INSTRUCTIONS TO VIRTUAL SPEAKERS FOR PUBLIC HEARINGS
Members of the public may attend the meeting virtually and request to speak virtually on any agenda item that is
listed as a Public Hearing. If you wish to address the Town Council virtually during any listed Public Hearing,
please complete the online speaker form by clicking here https://forms.orovalleyaz.gov/forms/bluecard at least 24
hours prior to the start of the meeting. You must provide a valid email address in order to register. Town Staff will
email you a link to the Zoom meeting the day of the meeting. After being recognized by the Mayor, staff will
unmute your microphone access and you will have 3 minutes to address the Council. Further
instructions regarding remote participation will be included in the email.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Town Council Regular Session A.
Meeting Date:03/01/2023
Submitted By:Michelle Stine, Town Clerk's Office
Department:Town Clerk's Office
SUBJECT:
Town Council Minutes - February 10 and February 15, 2023, and 2026 General Plan Community Engagement
Advisory Group Minutes - January 19, January 26, February 9, and February 16, 2023
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
N/A
BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION:
N/A
FISCAL IMPACT:
N/A
SUGGESTED MOTION:
I MOVE to approve (approve with the following changes), the February 10 and February 15, 2023 Town Council
minutes and the January 19, January 26, February 9, and February 16, 2023, 2026 General Plan Community
Engagement Advisory Group minutes.
Attachments
2-10-23 Draft Minutes
2-15-23 Draft Minutes
1-19-23 Draft General Plan Community Engagement Minutes
1-26-23 Draft General Plan Community Engagement Minutes
2-9-23 Draft General Plan Community Engagement Minutes
2-16-23 Draft General Plan Community Engagement Minutes
D R A F T
MINUTES
ORO VALLEY TOWN COUNCIL
WORKSHOP
February 10, 2023
ORO VALLEY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
11000 N. LA CAÑADA DRIVE
WORKSHOP AT OR AFTER 8:30 AM
WORKSHOP AGENDA
1.Discussions facilitated by a representative of the Bridge Group LLC regarding Town operations. These discussions may include:
Reviewing current and projected data and information on Town finances, operations, capital investments and facilities;
evaluating short and long-term issues impacting the community and organization; review of the Town Council's
FY22/23 FY21/22 - FY23/24 FY22/23 Strategic Plan, progress on the Your Voice, Our Future General Plan and any other
Town plans related to future planning and operations; CIP process
ROLL CALL
Present: Joseph C. Winfield, Mayor
Melanie Barrett, Vice Mayor
Tim Bohen, Councilmember
Harry Greene, Councilmember
Joyce Jones-Ivey, Councilmember
Josh Nicolson, Councilmember
Steve Solomon, Councilmember
Mayor Winfield called the meeting to order at 8:33 a.m. and gave an overview of the Council
Workshop format and goals for the retreat.
Chief Financial Officer, Dave Gephart, presented the mid-year Council Strategic Plan update.
Discussion ensued amongst Council and staff regarding the mid-year Council Strategic Plan update.
Chief Financial Officer, Dave Gephart, presented the Fiscal Year 2023/2024 economic outlook and
forecast. Discussion ensued amongst Council and staff regarding the FY 2023/2024 economic
outlook and forecast.
Facilitator Mr. Mike Letcher, of the Bridge Group LLC, introduced himself and gave an overview of the
ground rules for the Workshop and briefly discussed the strategic planning process.
Mr. Letcher provided an overview of the Council survey results.
Mayor Winfield recessed the meeting at 9:41 a.m.
Mayor Winfield resumed the meeting at 10:00 a.m.
Mr. Letcher provided a review of the town's vision statement, focus areas and goals. Discussion
ensued amongst Council, staff and Mr. Letcher regarding proposed changes to the town's vision
statement, focus areas and goals.
Lunch break from 11:56 a.m. to 12:35 p.m.
Mr. Letcher facilitated the discussion between Council and staff regarding the town's proposed
strategic projects for the next two fiscal years.
Mayor Winfield recessed the meeting at 1:37 p.m.
Mayor Winfield resumed the meeting at 1:50 p.m.
Mr. Letcher continued facilitating the discussion between Council and staff regarding the town's
proposed strategic projects for the next two fiscal years.
Interim Town Manager, Chris Cornelison, presented a brief overview of the process for the fiscal year
2024 Capital Improvement Projects (CIP).
Mayor Winfield provided brief closing remarks and thanked everyone for attending.
ADJOURNMENT
The Workshop was adjourned at 2:54 p.m.
_________________________________
Michelle Stine, MMC
Deputy Town Clerk
I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the minutes of the workshop of the Town
of Oro Valley Council of Oro Valley, Arizona held on the 10 th day of February, 2023. I further certify that the
meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present.
_____________________________
Michael Standish, CMC
Town Clerk
D R A F T
MINUTES
ORO VALLEY TOWN COUNCIL
REGULAR SESSION
FEBRUARY 15, 2023
ORO VALLEY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
11000 N. LA CAÑADA DRIVE
REGULAR SESSION AT OR AFTER 5:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Winfield called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present: Joseph C. Winfield, Mayor
Melanie Barrett, Vice-Mayor
Tim Bohen, Councilmember
Harry Greene, Councilmember
Joyce Jones-Ivey, Councilmember
Josh Nicolson, Councilmember
Steve Solomon, Councilmember
EXECUTIVE SESSION - Pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.03 (A)(1) and (A)(3) Personnel matter – Chief of Police annual
performance review
Motion by Mayor Joseph C. Winfield, seconded by Councilmember Harry Greene to go into Executive
Session at 5:01 p.m., Pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.03 (A)(1) and (A)(3) Personnel matter – Chief of Police
annual performance review.
Mayor Winfield announced that the following staff would be joining Council in Executive Session: Police Chief
Kara Riley, Town Attorney Jonathan Rothschild and Town Clerk Mike Standish.
Vote: 7 - 0 Carried
RESUME REGULAR SESSION AT OR AFTER 6:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Winfield resumed the Regular Session at 6:00 p.m.
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ROLL CALL
Present: Joseph C. Winfield, Mayor
Melanie Barrett, Vice-Mayor
Tim Bohen, Councilmember
Harry Greene, Councilmember
Joyce Jones-Ivey, Councilmember
Josh Nicolson, Councilmember
Steve Solomon, Councilmember
1.APPROVAL OF ANY DIRECTION TO THE TOWN ATTORNEY AND/OR NECESSARY STAFF AS
DISCUSSED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION PERTAINING TO THE ANNUAL PERFORMANCE REVIEW
OF THE CHIEF OF POLICE
Motion by Vice-Mayor Melanie Barrett, seconded by Councilmember Josh Nicolson to proceed as
directed in Executive Session.
Vote: 7 - 0 Carried
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Winfield led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
UPCOMING MEETING ANNOUNCEMENTS
Town Clerk Mike Standish announced the upcoming Town meetings.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL REPORTS ON CURRENT EVENT
Councilmember Jones-Ivey recognized Bryce Jewell, a senior at Pusch Ridge Christian Academy,
for his academic excellence, athletic accomplishments, and community support.
Councilmember Jones-Ivey reported that Canyon Del Oro Project Graduation was still in need of
volunteers and donations. She encouraged interested citizens to email
cdo.pg.decorations@gmail.com.
TOWN MANAGER'S REPORT ON CURRENT EVENTS
Interim Town Manager Chris Cornelison reported that he had attended the University of Arizona's
School of Government & Public Policy Community Partner and Recognition Event held on February
14, 2023. Mr. Cornelison provided an overview of the event and the Town's partnership with the
University of Arizona's School of Government & Public Policy.
Mr. Cornelison also reported that the Town of Oro Valley would host the Arizona State
Transportation Board meeting to be held on Friday, February 17, 2023.
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ORDER OF BUSINESS
Mayor Winfield reviewed the order of business and stated that the order would stand as posted.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
There were no information items.
CALL TO AUDIENCE
Oro Valley resident Anthony Ferrara voiced his concerns regarding the proposed Oro Valley Church
of the Nazarene rezoning request.
Oro Valley resident Doug Dalby voiced his concerns regarding the proposed Oro Valley Church of the
Nazarene rezoning request.
Oro Valley resident Timothy Faggen voiced his concerns regarding the proposed Oro Valley Church
of the Nazarene rezoning request.
Oro Valley resident Craig Patrick voiced his concerns regarding the proposed Oro Valley Church of
the Nazarene rezoning request.
Oro Valley resident Tim Tarris voiced his concerns regarding the proposed Oro Valley Church of the
Nazarene rezoning request.
Oro Valley resident David Deivert voiced his concerns regarding the proposed Oro Valley Church of
the Nazarene rezoning request.
Oro Valley resident Martina Clary voiced her concerns regarding the proposed Oro Valley Church of
the Nazarene rezoning request.
Oro Valley resident Ann Young voiced her concerns regarding the proposed Oro Valley Church of the
Nazarene rezoning request.
Oro Valley resident Vicky Tarris voiced her concerns regarding the proposed Oro Valley Church of the
Nazarene rezoning request.
Oro Valley resident Karen Steinbronn voiced her concerns regarding the proposed Oro Valley Church
of the Nazarene rezoning request.
Oro Valley resident Stephanie O'Neil voiced her concerns regarding the proposed Oro Valley Church
of the Nazarene rezoning request.
Oro Valley resident Valerie Steinbronn voiced her concerns regarding the proposed Oro Valley
Church of the Nazarene rezoning request.
Oro Valley resident Brad Brumm voiced his concerns regarding the proposed Oro Valley Church of
the Nazarene rezoning request.
Oro Valley resident Trisha Tozier voiced her concerns regarding the proposed Oro Valley Church of
the Nazarene rezoning request.
Oro Valley resident Joanne Michaelsen voiced her concerns regarding the proposed Oro Valley
Church of the Nazarene rezoning request.
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Oro Valley resident Brian Bovert voiced his concerns regarding the proposed Oro Valley Church of the
Nazarene rezoning request.
PRESENTATIONS
1.Recognition of outgoing Board, Commission and Committee Members
Mayor Winfield recognized the following Board and Commission members, who were in attendance,
for their service:
Cathy Solverson - Budget and Finance Commission
Harold Bergsma - Planning and Zoning Commission
Celeste Gambill - Planning and Zoning Commission
Anna Clark - Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Ronald Odell - Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Robert Milkey - Water Utility Commission
Mayor Winfield also expressed appreciation to the Board and Commission members who were not
in attendance, for their service.
CONSENT AGENDA
A.Minutes - February 1, 2023
B.Resolution No. (R)23-05, approving the Agenda Committee assignment for the period of March 1,
2023 to May 31, 2023
Motion by Mayor Joseph C. Winfield, seconded by Councilmember Harry Greene to approve Consent
items (A) and (B).
Vote: 7 - 0 Carried
REGULAR AGENDA
2.PUBLIC HEARING: DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING A REVISED MASTER
SIGN PROGRAM FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF ORACLE ROAD, A
HALF MILE NORTH OF FIRST AVENUE, KNOWN AS STEAM PUMP VILLAGE
Senior Planning Technician, Patty Hayes, presented item #2 and included the following:
Purpose
Location
Wall Signs
Commercial Developments
300' Distance from Right-of-way
Conditions of Approval
Color Palette
Monument Sign
Other Modifications
General Plan
Summary and Recommendation
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Rick Volk, of the Volk Company, continued the presentation and included the following:
View of Existing Signs From Closest Lane of Oracle Road
Mayor Winfield opened the public hearing.
No comments were received.
Mayor Winfield closed the public hearing.
Discussion ensued amongst Council and staff regarding item #2.
Motion by Councilmember Harry Greene, seconded by Vice-Mayor Melanie Barrett to approve the
revised master sign program, with the conditions in Attachment 2, for the subject property based on the
finding it is in conformance with the General Plan and applicable Design Principles and Standards of
the zoning code.
Attachment 2
Conditions of Approval
Buildings located 140 feet from the edge of the Oracle Road right-of-way may have 1.5 square
feet of wall sign per 1 linear foot of frontage.
1.
Buildings located closer than 140 feet from the edge of the Oracle Road right-of-way are limited
to 1 square foot of sign per 1 linear foot of frontage.
2.
Vote: 7 - 0 Carried
3.PUBLIC HEARING: DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING A CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT FOR A PROPOSED SELF-STORAGE AND RETAIL CENTER LOCATED ADJACENT TO
THE NORTHWEST INTERSECTION OF TANGERINE ROAD AND LA CANADA DRIVE
Senior Planner, Kyle Packer, presented item #3 and included the following:
Purpose
Applicant Proposal
Master Development Plan and Zoning
CUP Criteria: Health, Safety, Welfare, and Hours of Operation
CUP Criteria: Compatibility
CUP Criteria: Traffic Volume and Character
CUP Criteria: General Plan Conformance
Public Participation
Summary and Recommendation
Keri Silvyn of Lazarus & Silvyn, and Brody Glenn, of Centennial American Properties, continued the
presentation and included the following.
Zoning Map
Miller Ranch (Master Planned Area)
Miller Ranch (2018)
Miller Ranch Location Map
New Site Plan
Context & Setbacks
Traffic Comparison
Updated Architecture
Neighborhood Concerns
Mr. Mike Farley with Lehman Academy spoke regarding item #3.
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Mr. Mike Farley with Lehman Academy spoke regarding item #3.
Ms. Silvyn continued the presentation and included the following:
Criteria: Code § 22.5
Mayor Winfield opened the public hearing.
The following individual spoke in opposition to item #3.
Oro Valley resident Carlos Cruz
The following individual spoke in support of item #3.
Oro Valley resident Levi Naas
Mayor Winfield closed the public hearing.
Discussion ensued amongst Council, staff, Ms. Silvyn, Mr. Glenn, and Mr. Farley regarding item #3.
Motion by Councilmember Harry Greene, seconded by Councilmember Steve Solomon to approve
the Conditional Use Permit for a proposed self-storage business located northwest of Tangerine Road
and La Cañada Drive, subject to the conditions in Attachment 1, based on finding the request complies
with the review criteria in Section 22.5.A of the Zoning Code.
Attachment 1
Conditions of Approval
To reduce visual impact from the Residences at Miller Ranch, a 20-foot Type A bufferyard with a
minimum of 50%, 24-inch box or salvaged trees must be provided along the west side of the
property.
1.
A minimum of four thousand (4,000) square feet of non-storage related retail/office area shall be
provided.
2.
Architecture elevations provided in Attachment 3 shall be utilized. Faux windows shall be used in
place of the proposed shutters on west façade.
3.
Interior lighting in the 2nd and 3rd stories of the corner towers on the building’s eastern side shall
be turned off from 10:00pm to 6:00am.
4.
No signage will be installed on the west building façade.5.
Access to self-storage units shall be limited to 6:00am - 10:00pm.6.
The required courtyard shall contain adequately shaded amenities, including no less than four (4)
benches, one (1) picnic table, and the required public art, which shall be visible from adjacent
businesses and La Cañada Drive.
7.
The following apply to the self-storage use:
Storage must be contained within a completely enclosed building with individual
self-storage units only accessible from the loading area.
a.
No business shall be conducted from within individual self-storage units.b.
No outside storage shall be permitted, including vehicles, trailers, equipment, or products
associated with self-storage use.
c.
No hazardous materials may be stored on site. d.
No motor vehicles, trailers, equipment or any device in, on or by which a person or
property is or may be transported or drawn shall be offered for rent associated with the
self-storage use.
e.
Excluding the first-floor self-storage office; Interior signs, advertisements, corporate colors
and graphics, and other items as determined by the Planning and Zoning Administrator
shall not be visible from the exterior of the building.
f.
8.
Discussion continued amongst Council and staff regarding item #3.
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Vice Mayor Barrett requested to amend the main motion to include that it be conditioned on the land to
the north selling to the Leman Academy for fields. Councilmember Green, did not accept the
amendment.
Discussion continued amongst Council, staff, Ms. Silvyn, and Mr. Glenn.
Motion by Vice-Mayor Melanie Barrett, seconded by Councilmember Josh Nicolson to amend the
main motion to include that the contract is signed between the Leman Academy and Centennial
American Properties, and that best efforts would be made to have the third party close with that
transaction.
Discussion continued amongst Council and staff regarding item #3.
Vote: 4 - 3 Carried
OPPOSED: Councilmember Harry Greene
Councilmember Joyce Jones-Ivey
Councilmember Steve Solomon
Motion by Councilmember Harry Greene, seconded by Councilmember Steve Solomon FINAL
MOTION AS AMENDED, to approve the Conditional Use Permit for a proposed self-storage business
located northwest of Tangerine Road and La Cañada Drive, subject to the conditions in Attachment 1,
based on finding the request complies with the review criteria in Section 22.5.A of the Zoning Code,
and to include that the contract is signed between the Leman Academy and Centennial American
Properties, and that best efforts would be made to have the third party close with that transaction.
Attachment 1
Conditions of Approval
To reduce visual impact from the Residences at Miller Ranch, a 20-foot Type A bufferyard with a
minimum of 50%, 24-inch box or salvaged trees must be provided along the west side of the
property.
1.
A minimum of four thousand (4,000) square feet of non-storage related retail/office area shall be
provided.
2.
Architecture elevations provided in Attachment 3 shall be utilized. Faux windows shall be used in
place of the proposed shutters on west façade.
3.
Interior lighting in the 2nd and 3rd stories of the corner towers on the building’s eastern side shall
be turned off from 10:00pm to 6:00am.
4.
No signage will be installed on the west building façade.5.
Access to self-storage units shall be limited to 6:00am - 10:00pm.6.
The required courtyard shall contain adequately shaded amenities, including no less than four (4)
benches, one (1) picnic table, and the required public art, which shall be visible from adjacent
businesses and La Cañada Drive.
7.
The following apply to the self-storage use:
Storage must be contained within a completely enclosed building with individual
self-storage units only accessible from the loading area.
a.
No business shall be conducted from within individual self-storage units.b.
No outside storage shall be permitted, including vehicles, trailers, equipment, or products
associated with self-storage use.
c.
No hazardous materials may be stored on site.d.
No motor vehicles, trailers, equipment or any device in, on or by which a person or
property is or may be transported or drawn shall be offered for rent associated with the
self-storage use.
e.
Excluding the first-floor self-storage office; Interior signs, advertisements, corporate colors
and graphics, and other items as determined by the Planning and Zoning Administrator
shall not be visible from the exterior of the building.
f.
8.
Vote: 7 - 0 Carried
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Mayor Winfield recessed the meeting at 8:38 p.m.
Mayor Winfield reconvened the meeting at 8:51 p.m.
4.PUBLIC HEARING: DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING A CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT FOR A PROPOSED DRIVE-THRU LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST INTERSECTION OF
NARANJA DRIVE AND LA CAÑADA DRIVE
Principal Planner, Michael Spaeth and Public Works Director and Town Engineer, Paul Keesler,
presented item #4 and included the following:
Purpose
Location Map
History and Background
Conditional Use Permit (CUP)
Conditional Use Permit - Compatibility
Mr. Keesler continued the presentation and included the following:
Conditional Use Permit - Traffic
Mr. Spaeth continued the presentation and included the following:
Conditional Use Permit - Distance Reduction
Review Criteria
Public Participation
Planning and Zoning Commission
Summary
Mr. Paul Oland of Paradigm Land Design LLC., and representing the applicant, continued the
presentation and provided a brief overview of item #4.
Discussion ensued amongst Council, staff and Mr. Oland during the presentions.
Mayor Winfield opened the public hearing.
The following individuals spoke in opposition to item #4.
Oro Valley resident Rob Wanczyk
Oro Valley resident Steven Brownell
Oro Valley resident Clayton Barrow
Mayor Winfield closed the public hearing.
Discussion ensued amongst Council, staff and Mr. Oland regarding the proposed Conditional Use
Permit for a drive-thru located at the northwest intersection of Naranja Drive and La Canada Drive.
Motion by Councilmember Tim Bohen, seconded by Councilmember Joyce Jones-Ivey to deny a
Conditional Use Permit for a proposed drive-thru, located at the northwest intersection of Naranja Drive
and La Cañada Drive, based on the finding that it has not been proven that the capacity is sufficient for
peak hours.
Discussion continued amongst Council and staff regarding item #4.
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Motion by Councilmember Tim Bohen, seconded by Councilmember Joyce Jones-Ivey to deny a
Conditional Use Permit for a proposed drive-thru, located at the northwest intersection of Naranja Drive
and La Cañada Drive, based on the finding that it has not been proven that the capacity is sufficient for
peak hours.
Vote: 2 - 5 Failed
OPPOSED: Mayor Joseph C. Winfield
Vice-Mayor Melanie Barrett
Councilmember Harry Greene
Councilmember Josh Nicolson
Councilmember Steve Solomon
Motion by Councilmember Steve Solomon, seconded by Councilmember Josh Nicolson to
Conditionally Approve a Conditional Use Permit for a proposed drive-thru, located at the northwest
intersection of Naranja Drive and La Cañada Drive, subject to the conditions in Attachment 1, and the
additional condition that the Conceptual Site Plan shall be revised to provide two egress lanes, one
left-turn and one right-turn, at Naranja Drive connection, based on the finding that the request is
consistent with all applicable General Plan and Zoning Code requirements.
Attachment 1
Conditions of Approval
Shaded seating must be provided at the outdoor patio area adjacent to the drive-thru restaurant. 1.
An automatic gain control must be installed as part of the menu board speaker to prevent any
inadvertent increase in noise decibels that exceed Zoning Code standards.
2.
Noise thresholds may not exceed the levels established in the Noise Impact Study. 3.
The order kiosk location must be placed in the location as shown in the Noise Impact Study, or a
revised study will be required.
4.
The screen wall for vehicle stacking lanes must be completely opaque at the curve where the
order kiosk is located. The kiosk may not exceed the height of the screen wall (6-feet) nor be
visible from adjacent roadways.
5.
Hours of operation for the drive-thru will be limited from 5am to 10pm.6.
The final site plan is dependent on Town Council approval of a change to a 2006 Grading
Exception condition and Conceptual Site Plan approval.
7.
If any other use than as described by ITE Category 937 is proposed now and/or in the future for
the requested drive-through pad, a complete reevaluation of traffic shall be required prior to any
acceptance by the Town Engineer.
8.
Vice Mayor Barrett requested to add the condition that if it is not used for the category of use as
presented, that it will come back to the Council.
Councilmember Solomon accepted the request, seconded by Councilmember Nicolson.
Motion by Councilmember Steve Solomon, seconded by Councilmember Josh Nicolson FINAL
MOTION AS AMENDED, to Conditionally Approve a Conditional Use Permit for a proposed drive-thru,
located at the northwest intersection of Naranja Drive and La Cañada Drive, subject to the conditions in
Attachment 1, and the additional condition that the Conceptual Site Plan shall be revised to provide two
egress lanes, one left-turn and one right-turn, at Naranja Drive connection, based on the finding that the
request is consistent with all applicable General Plan and Zoning Code requirements and subject to the
condition that if it is not used for the category of use as presented, it will come back to the Council.
Attachment 1
Conditions of Approval
Shaded seating must be provided at the outdoor patio area adjacent to the drive-thru restaurant. 1.
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An automatic gain control must be installed as part of the menu board speaker to prevent any
inadvertent increase in noise decibels that exceed Zoning Code standards.
2.
Noise thresholds may not exceed the levels established in the Noise Impact Study. 3.
The order kiosk location must be placed in the location as shown in the Noise Impact Study, or a
revised study will be required.
4.
The screen wall for vehicle stacking lanes must be completely opaque at the curve where the
order kiosk is located. The kiosk may not exceed the height of the screen wall (6-feet) nor be
visible from adjacent roadways.
5.
Hours of operation for the drive-thru will be limited from 5am to 10pm.6.
The final site plan is dependent on Town Council approval of a change to a 2006
Grading Exception condition and Conceptual Site Plan approval.
7.
If any other use than as described by ITE Category 937 is proposed now and/or in the future for
the requested drive-through pad, a complete reevaluation of traffic shall be required prior to any
acceptance by the Town Engineer.
8.
Vote: 6 - 1 Carried
OPPOSED: Councilmember Tim Bohen
5.DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION FOR THE USE OF CIP CONTINGENCY FOR CURRENT
BUDGETED PROJECTS THAT RECEIVED BIDS HIGHER THAN THE APPROVED FY2023 BUDGET
Public Works Director and Town Engineer, Paul Keesler, provided a brief overview of item #5.
Motion by Mayor Joseph C. Winfield, seconded by Councilmember Harry Greene to direct staff to
reallocate $603,211 from CIP Contingency into the budgeted projects to cover projected budget
shortfalls as follows:$288,000 for the La Canada Mill/Overlay project, $315,211 for the Westward Look
Drive road reconstruction project
Vote: 7 - 0 Carried
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
No future agenda items were requested.
EXECUTIVE SESSION - Pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.03 (A)(3) (Legal Advice) regarding a proposed Rezoning
to Planned Area Development for the Oro Valley Church of the Nazarene located at Calle Concordia and Calle
Buena Vista
Motion by Mayor Joseph C. Winfield, seconded by Councilmember Steve Solomon to go into
Executive Session at 10:51 p.m., Pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.03 (A)(3) (Legal Advice) regarding a
proposed Rezoning to Planned Area Development for the Oro Valley Church of the Nazarene located at
Calle Concordia and Calle Buena Vista
Mayor Winfield stated that the following staff would join Council in the Executive Session: Interim Town
Manager Chris Cornelison, Legal Services Director Tobin Sidles, Town Attorney Jonathan Rothschild,
Town Attorney Nathan Rothschild, Chief Civil Deputy Attorney Joe Andrews, Planning Manager Bayer
Vella and Town Clerk Mike Standish.
Vote: 7 - 0 Carried
RESUME REGULAR SESSION
Mayor Winfield resumed the regular session at 12:12 p.m.
2/15/23 Minutes, Oro Valley Town Council Regular Session 10
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Mayor Joseph C. Winfield, seconded by Councilmember Josh Nicolson to adjourn the
meeting at 12:13 p.m.
Vote: 7 - 0 Carried
_______________________________________________
Michelle Stine, MMC
Deputy Town Clerk
I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the minutes of the regular session of the
Town of Oro Valley Council or Oro Valley, Arizona, held on the 15th day of February 2023. I further certify that the
meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present.
______________________________________________
Michael Standish, CMC
Town Clerk
2/15/23 Minutes, Oro Valley Town Council Regular Session 11
D R A F T
MINUTES
2026 GENERAL PLAN COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT ADVISORY GROUP
JOINT STUDY SESSION WITH THE FOLLOWING BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS:
TOWN COUNCIL, BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT, BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMISSION, HISTORIC
PRESERVATION COMMISSION, PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD, PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION, STORMWATER UTILITY COMMISSION, WATER UTILITY COMMISSION, YOUTH ADVISORY
COUNCIL
January 19, 2023
HOPI CONFERENCE ROOM
11000 N. LA CAÑADA DRIVE
STUDY SESSION AT OR AFTER 6:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
Planning Manager Bayer Vella called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Planning Manager Bayer Vella performed the Roll Call, calling out the Board and Commissioner members who
were present.
Present: Kennedy Blanchard, Youth Advisory Council
Kenna Brock, Youth Advisory Council
Liam DaDeppo, Youth Advisory Council
Riley Goodwin, Youth Advisory Council
Elena Hendrix, Youth Advisory Council
Emma Kim, Youth Advisory Council
Allison Kuester, Youth Advisory Council
Faith Ryan, Youth Advisory Council
Tanish Doshi, Youth Advisory Council
Thomas Gribb, Board of Adjustment
Stephen Roach, Board of Adjustment Vice Chair (via Zoom)
Joseph Affinati, Board of Adjustment
Jennifer Carr, Budget and Finance Commission
Heather Laird, Budget and Finance Commission
John Fortunato, Budget and Finance Commission
Michael Paul, Historic Preservation Commission
Auvie Lee, Historic Preservation Commission
Gary Temple, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Joanne Moothart, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Matthew Wood, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Joe Nichols, Planning and Zoning Commission
Skeet Posey, Planning and Zoning Commission (via Zoom)
Kimberly Outlaw Ryan, Planning and Zoning Commission
Dan Sturmon, Planning and Zoning Commission
Richard Hawkinson, Stormwater Utility Commission
Gary Mattson, Stormwater Utility Commission
Kay Lantow, Water Utility Commission
Clarence, Tom, Marek, Water Utility Commission
Melanie Barrett, Vice Mayor
Tim Bohen, Town Council
Harry Greene, Town Council
Joyce Jones-Ivey, Town Council
Joseph C. Winfield, Mayor
Absent: Jordan Adams, Youth Advisory Council
Gabby Ahlfield, Youth Advisory Council
Natalie DeSilva, Youth Advisory Council
Lauren Ernzen, Youth Advisory Council
Vincent Ferrara, Youth Advisory Council
Matthew Kim, Youth Advisory Council
Christian Kirkland, Youth Advisory Council
George Li, Youth Advisory Council
Amiya Lotun, Youth Advisory Council
Alexei Mendez, Youth Advisory Council
Ryan Russel, Youth Advisory Council
Sameer Sandhu, Youth Advisory Council
Brooke Taylor, Youth Advisory Council
Jaden Wu, Youth Advisory Council
Octavio Barcelo, Board of Adjustment
Helen Dankwerth, Board of Adjustment
Michael Mason, Budget and Finance Commission
Gerald LeMay, Budget and Finance Commission
Puntadeleste Bozeman, Historic Preservation Commission
Nicole Casaus, Historic Preservation Commission
Joan Pliego, Historic Preservation Commission
Ronald Scantlan, Historic Preservation Commission
Antonia Landau, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Cheryl Horvath, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Philip Saletta, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Emily Veres, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Anna Clark, Planning and Zoning Commission
Jacob Herrington, Planning and Zoning Commission
David Parker, Stormwater Utility Commission
William Thomas, Stormwater Utility Commission
Richard Crocker, Stormwater Utility Commission
David Atler, Water Utility Commission
Alan Forrest, Water Utility Commission
Patricia Olson, Water Utility Commission
Naranjan Vescio, Water Utility Commission
Greg Hitt, Water Utility Commission
Josh Nicholson, Town Council
Steve Solomon, Town Council
Staff Present:Milini Simms, Principal Planner
Bayer Vella, Planning Manager
Tobin Sidles, Legal Services Director
STUDY SESSION AGENDA
1.DISCUSSION ONLY WITH TOWN COUNCIL, BOARD AND COMMISSION MEMBERS, YOUTH
ADVISORY COUNCIL AND PUBLIC ATTENDEES REGARDING COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
STRATEGIES FOR THE UPCOMING GENERAL PLAN
Planning Manager Bayer Vella began a presentation that included the following:
- Discussion Items
- Mr. Vella led a group exercise asking each participant what the General Plan is and what it
means to them.
- What is a General Plan?
- Importance of the General Plan
- Schedule and Meeting Topics
-Your Voice, Our Future (YVOF) General Plan
- Results of the Community Engagement Process
Principal Planner Milini Simms continued with the presentation that included the following:
- General Plan elements
- How has the community changed since the last General Plan?
- Employment
- Main employers
- Development and growth patterns
- Single-family residential trends
- Housing
- Transportation
- Water
- Parks and Recreation
- Your turn! In your experience, how has the community changed since the last General Plan?
- Ms. Simms led a group exercise asking participants what has changed in the community since
the last General Plan.
- What do you anticipate as focal topics of community discussion?
Ms. Simms led the group in an exercise to identify what topic they feel will be the key focal point of
community discussion. Discussion ensued regarding the selections the group chose related to
Transportation, Climate and Sustainability, Cultural Resources, Employment and Services, Housing,
Infrastructure, Parks and Recreation, Environment and Open Space, Public Safety, Water, Development
and Growth, as well as an Other category.
ADJOURNMENT
Principal Planner Milini Simms adjourned the meeting at 8:10 p.m.
I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the minutes of the 2026 General Plan
I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the minutes of the 2026 General Plan
Community Engagement Advisory Group Study Session of Oro Valley, Arizona held on the 19th day of January
2023.
___________________________
Jeanna Ancona
Senior Office Specialist
D R A F T
MINUTES
JOINT STUDY SESSION WITH THE FOLLOWING BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS:
TOWN COUNCIL, BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT, BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMISSION, HISTORIC
PRESERVATION COMMISSION, PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD, PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION, STORMWATER UTILITY COMMISSION, WATER UTILITY COMMISSION, YOUTH ADVISORY
COUNCIL
January 26, 2023
ORO VALLEY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
11000 N. LA CAÑADA DRIVE
STUDY SESSION AT OR AFTER 6:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
Planning Manager Bayer Vella called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Planning Manager Bayer Vella performed the Roll Call, calling out the names of the board and commission
members who were present.
Present:Kenna Brock, Youth Advisory Council
Riley Goodwin, Youth Advisory Council
Christian Kirkland, Youth Advisory Council
Thomas Gribb, Board of Adjustment Member
Stephen Roach, Board of Adjustment (via Zoom)
Jennifer Carr, Budget and Finance Commission
Heather Laird, Budget and Finance Commission
John Fortunato, Budget and Finance Commission
Michael Paul, Historic Preservation Commission
Auvie Lee, Historic Preservation Commission
Gary Temple, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Joanne Moothart, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Philip Saletta, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (via Zoom)
Anna Clark, Planning and Zoning Commission
Skeet Posey, Planning and Zoning Commission
Kimberly Outlaw Ryan, Planning and Zoning Commission
Jacob Herrington, Planning and Zoning Commission
Richard Hawkinson, Stormwater Utility Commission
Gary Mattson, Stormwater Utility Commission
Kay Lantow, Water Utility Commission
Melanie Barrett, Vice Mayor
Harry Greene, Town Council
Joyce Jones-Ivey, Town Council
Josh Nicholson, Town Council
Joseph C. Winfield, Mayor
Absent:Jordan Adams, Youth Advisory Council
Gabby Ahlfield, Youth Advisory Council
Natalie DeSilva, Youth Advisory Council
Lauren Ernzen, Youth Advisory Council
Vincent Ferrara, Youth Advisory Council
Matthew Kim, Youth Advisory Council
Emma Kim, Youth Advisory Council
Faith Ryan, Youth Advisory Council
Allison Kuester, Youth Advisory Council
George Li, Youth Advisory Council
Amiya Lotun, Youth Advisory Council
Alexei Mendez, Youth Advisory Council
Ryan Russel, Youth Advisory Council
Sameer Sandhu, Youth Advisory Council
Elena Hendrix, Youth Advisory Council
Kennedy Blanchard, Youth Advisory Council
Brooke Taylor, Youth Advisory Council
Kennedy Blanchard, Youth Advisory Council
Elena Hendrix, Youth Advisory Council
Liam DaDeppo, Youth Advisory Council
Tanish Doshi, Youth Advisory Council
Jaden Wu, Youth Advisory Council
Helen Dankwerth, Board of Adjustment
Joseph Affinati, Board of Adjustment
Octavio Barcelo, Board of Adjustment
Michael Mason, Budget and Finance Commission
Gerald LeMay, Budget and Finance Commission
Joe Affinati, Board of Adjustment
Helen Dankwerth, Board of Adjustment
Joe Nichols, Planning and Zoning Commission
Dan Sturmon, Planning and Zoning Commission
Puntadeleste Bozeman, Historic Preservation Commission
Nicole Casaus, Historic Preservation Commission
Joan Pliego, Historic Preservation Commission
Ronald Scantlan, Historic Preservation Commission
Antonia Landau, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Cheryl Horvath, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Matthew Wood, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Philip Saletta, arks and Recreation Advisory Board
Emily Veres, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
David Parker, Stormwater Utility Commission
William Thomas, Stormwater Utility Commission
Richard Crocker, Stormwater Utility Commission
David Atler, Water Utility Commission
Alan Forrest, Water Utility Commission
Naranjan Vescio, Water Utility Commission
Greg Hitt, Water Utility Commission
Patricia Olson, Water Utility Commission
Tom Marek, Water Utility Commission
Steve Solomon, Town Council
Tim Bohen, Town Council
Staff Present:Milini Simms, Principal Planner
Bayer Vella, Planning Manager
Tobin Sidles, Legal Services Director
STUDY SESSION AGENDA
1.DISCUSSION ONLY WITH TOWN COUNCIL, BOARD AND COMMISSION MEMBERS, YOUTH
ADVISORY COUNCIL AND PUBLIC ATTENDEES REGARDING COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
STRATEGIES FOR THE UPCOMING GENERAL PLAN
Planning Manager Bayer Vella provided presentation that included the following:
- Schedule and meeting topics
- Discussion items
- Recap of Meeting #1
- Assumptions and Opportunities
- Discussion: guiding principles for community engagement
- Mr. Vella led the group in an exercise filling in the blank for the following: "Community outreach is
best when _______.", and then sort responses by common themes. Principal Planner Milini Simms
reviewed the common themes of the exercise with the group.
Ms. Simms continued with the presentation slide, Key stakeholders in the General Plan process, and
facilitated an exercise to identify any additional groups that should be included in the process. Ms.
Simms then led a group exercise on stakeholder mapping regarding the categories of monitor, work
together, inform or consult. She asked the group to identify which category each stakeholder group fell
under. The resident group was the only one everyone identified as work together.
ADJOURNMENT
Principal Planner Milini Simms advised the group of the next meeting date, an update of the survey and
adjourned the meeting at 8:00 pm.
I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the minutes of the study session of the
2026 General Plan Community Engagement Advisory Group of Oro Valley, Arizona held on the 26th day of
January 2023.
___________________________
Jeanna Ancona
Senior Office Specialist
D R A F T
MINUTES
JOINT STUDY SESSION WITH THE FOLLOWING BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS:
TOWN COUNCIL, BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT, BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMISSION, HISTORIC
PRESERVATION COMMISSION, PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD, PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION, STORMWATER UTILITY COMMISSION, WATER UTILITY COMMISSION, YOUTH ADVISORY
COUNCIL
February 9, 2023
ORO VALLEY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
11000 N. LA CAÑADA DRIVE
STUDY SESSION AT OR AFTER 6:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
Planning Manager Bayer Vella called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Planning Manager Bayer Vella performed the Roll Call, calling out the Board and Commission members who
were present.
Present:Kenna Brock, Youth Advisory Council
Amiya Lotun, Youth Advisory Council
Alexei Mendez, Youth Advisory Council
Faith Ryan, Youth Advisory Council
Jaden Wu, Youth Advisory Council
Thomas Gribb, Board of Adjustment
Joseph Affinati, Board of Adjustment
Jennifer Carr, Budget and Finance Commission
Heather Laird, Budget and Finance Commission
Michael Paul, Historic Preservation Commission
Gary Temple, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Joanne Moothart, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Philip Saletta, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Anna Clark, Planning and Zoning Commission
Skeet Posey, Planning and Zoning Commission
Joe Nichols, Planning and Zoning Commission
Kimberly Outlaw Ryan, Planning and Zoning Commission
Dan Sturmon, Planning and Zoning Commission
Jacob Herrington, Planning and Zoning Commission
Richard Hawkinson, Stormwater Utility Commission
Gary Mattson, Stormwater Utility Commission
Melanie Barrett, Vice Mayor
Harry Greene, Town Council
Joyce Jones-Ivey, Town Council
Joseph C. Winfield, Mayor
Absent:Jordan Adams, Youth Advisory Council
Gabby Ahlfield, Youth Advisory Council
Natalie DeSilva, Youth Advisory Council
Lauren Ernzen, Youth Advisory Council
Vincent Ferrara, Youth Advisory Council
Riley Goodwin, Youth Advisory Council
Matthew Kim, Youth Advisory Council
Christian Kirkland, Youth Advisory Council
George Li, Youth Advisory Council
Ryan Russel, Youth Advisory Council
Sameer Sandhu, Youth Advisory Council
Brooke Taylor, Youth Advisory Council
Kennedy Blanchard, Youth Advisory Council
Elena Hendrix, Youth Advisory Council
Allison Kuester, Youth Advisory Council
Liam DaDeppo, Youth Advisory Council
Tanish Doshi, Youth Advisory Council
Emma Kim, Youth Advisory Council
Stephen Roach, Board of Adjustment
Octavio Barcelo, Board of Adjustment
Helen Dankwerth, Board of Adjustment
John Fortunato, Budget and Finance Commission
Michael Mason, Budget and Finance Commission
Gerald LeMay, Budget and Finance Commission
Puntadeleste Bozeman, Historic Preservation Commission
Auvie Lee, Historic Preservation Commission
Nicole Casaus, Historic Preservation Commission
Joan Pliego, Historic Preservation Commission
Ronald Scantlan, Historic Preservation Commission
Antonia Landau, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Cheryl Horvath, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Matthew Wood, Parks and Recreation Board
Emily Veres, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
David Parker, Stormwater Utility Commission
William Thomas, Stormwater Utility Commission
David Parker, Stormwater Utility Commission
Richard Crocker, Stormwater Utility Commission
David Atler, Water Utility Commission
Alan Forrest, Water Utility Commission
Naranjan Vescio, Water Utility Commission
Greg Hitt, Water Utility Commission
Kay Lantow, Water Utility Commission
Patricia Olson, Water Utility Commission
Tom Marek, Water Utility Commission
Tim Bohen, Town Council
Josh Nicholson, Town Council
Steve Solomon, Town Council
Staff Present:Milini Simms, Principal Planner
Bayer Vella, Planning Manager
STUDY SESSION AGENDA
1.DISCUSSION ONLY WITH TOWN COUNCIL, BOARD AND COMMISSION MEMBERS, YOUTH
ADVISORY COUNCIL AND PUBLIC ATTENDEES REGARDING COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
STRATEGIES FOR THE UPCOMING GENERAL PLAN
Planning Manager Bayer Vella provided a presentation that included the following:
Planning Manager Bayer Vella provided a presentation that included the following:
- Schedule and meeting topics
- Discussion topics
- Recap of Meeting #2: Guiding Principles
- Recap of Meeting #2: Key Stakeholders
Principal Planner Milini Simms continued the presentation that included the following:
- Survey respondents
- Survey: topics of interest
- Survey: current notification methods (Ms. Simms led a discussion with the group to identify any
surprises from the survey results and what resonated most with them)
- Survey: preferred notification methods
- Survey: notification methods summary
- Survey: communication methods (Ms. Simms discussed the communication methods with the group
to generate ideas for the Community Engagement Plan)
- Survey: Engagement
- Proposed communication methods
- Exercise: Communication Methods (Ms. Simms facilitated an exercise to identify the best
communication methods to increase general awareness of the General Plan process and engage
specific resident age groups, field experts, community organizations and regulatory groups)
- Homework: Review working document (Ms. Simms discussed a homework assignment to review the
working Community Engagement Plan to make sure it captures the advisory groups' feedback. The
document will be discussed at the next meeting)
- Adjournment and next steps
ADJOURNMENT
Principal Planner Milini Simms adjourned the meeting at 7:43 p.m.
I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the minutes of the study session of the
2026 General Plan Community Engagement Advisory Group of Oro Valley, Arizona held on the 9th day of
February 2023.
___________________________
Jeanna Ancona
Senior Office Specialist
D R A F T
MINUTES
JOINT STUDY SESSION WITH THE FOLLOWING BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS:
TOWN COUNCIL, BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT, BUDGET AND FINANCE COMMISSION, HISTORIC
PRESERVATION COMMISSION, PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD, PLANNING AND ZONING
COMMISSION, STORMWATER UTILITY COMMISSION, WATER UTILITY COMMISSION, YOUTH ADVISORY
COUNCIL
February 16, 2023
ORO VALLEY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
11000 N. LA CAÑADA DRIVE
STUDY SESSION AT OR AFTER 6:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
Planning Manager Bayer Vella called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Planning Manager Bayer Vella performed the Roll Call, calling out the Board and Commission members who
were present.
Present:Amiya Lotun, Youth Advisory Council
Faith Ryan, Youth Advisory Council
Jaden Wu, Youth Advisory Council
Allison Kuester, Youth Advisory Council
Liam DaDeppo, Youth Advisory Council
Tanish Doshi, Youth Advisory Council
Emma Kim, Youth Advisory Council (via Zoom)
George Li, Youth Advisory Council
Thomas Gribb, Board of Adjustment
Joseph Affinati, Board of Adjustment
Jennifer Carr, Budget and Finance Commission
John Fortunato, Budget and Finance Commission
Auvie Lee, Historic Preservation Commission
Michael Paul, Historic Preservation Commission
Joan Pliego, Historic Preservation Commission
Gary Temple, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Joanne Moothart, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Matthew Wood, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Philip Saletta, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Anna Clark, Planning and Zoning Commission
Skeet Posey, Planning and Zoning Commission
Dan Sturmon, Planning and Zoning Commission
Richard Hawkinson, Stormwater Utility Commission
Kay Lantow, Water Utility Commission
Melanie Barrett, Vice Mayor
Harry Greene, Town Council
Joyce Jones-Ivey, Town Council
Tim Bohen, Town Council
Absent:Jordan Adams, Youth Advisory Council
Alexi Mendez, Youth Adviosry Council
Riley Goodwin, Youth Advisory Council
Elena Hendrix, Youth Advisory Council
Kennedy Blanchard, Youth Advisory Council
Gabby Ahlfield, Youth Advisory Council
Natalie DeSilva, Youth Advisory Council
Lauren Ernzen, Youth Advisory Council
Vincent Ferrara, Youth Advisory Council
Matthew Kim, Youth Advisory Council
Christian Kirkland, Youth Advisory Council
Kenna Brock, Youth Advisory Council
Ryan Russel, Youth Advisory Council
Sameer Sandhu, Youth Advisory Council
Brooke Taylor, Youth Advisory Council
Stephen Roach, Board of Adjustment
Octavio Barcelo, Board of Adjustment
Helen Dankwerth, Board of Adjustment
Michael Mason, Budget and Finance Commission
Gerald LeMay, Budget and Finance Commission
Heather Laird, Budget and Finance Commission
Puntadeleste Bozeman, Historic Preservation Commission
Nicole Casaus, Historic Preservation Commission
Ronald Scantlan, Historic Preservation Commission
Antonia Landau, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Cheryl Horvath, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Emily Veres, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Jacob Herrington, Planning and Zoning Commission
Joe Nichols, Planning and Zoning Commission
Kimberly Outlaw Ryan, Planning and Zoning Commission
David Parker, Stormwater Utility Commission
Gary Mattson, Stormwater Utility Commission
William Thomas, Stormwater Utility Commission
Richard Crocker, Stormwater Utility Commission
David Parker, Stormwater Utility Commission
William Thomas, Stormwater Utility Commission
David Atler, Water Utility Commission
Alan Forrest, Water Utility Commission
Naranjan Vescio, Water Utility Commission
Patricia Olson, Water Utility Commission
Tom Marek, Water Utility Commission
Greg Hitt, Water Utility Commission
Joseph C. Winfield, Mayor
Josh Nicholson, Town Council
Steve Solomon, Town Council
Staff Present:Milini Simms, Principal Planner
Bayer Vella, Planning Manager
STUDY SESSION AGENDA
1.DISCUSSION ONLY WITH TOWN COUNCIL, BOARD AND COMMISSION MEMBERS, YOUTH
ADVISORY COUNCIL AND PUBLIC ATTENDEES REGARDING COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
STRATEGIES FOR THE UPCOMING GENERAL PLAN
Planning Manager Bayer Vella provided a presentation that included the following:
Planning Manager Bayer Vella provided a presentation that included the following:
- Schedule and meeting topics
- Discussion Items
- Acknowledgment of minutes
- Recap of Meeting #3: General Awareness
- Recap of Meeting #3: Targeted Engagement
Mr. Vella then introduced Jan Gordley, from Gordley Group, who is a local community engagement and
marketing specialist working on the Community Engagement Plan. Ms. Gordley discussed their work
with the Town and applauded the advisory group for creating a robust plan.
Principal Planner Milini Simms continued with the presentation:
- Levels of community engagement
- Consultants, website, advertising and education
- Promotion, supplies, printing and mailing
- Meetings, events, personnel and training
- Cost estimates to help with decision-making
Ms. Simms facilitated a discussion with the group to discuss which option they like most and why from
a broad level. At the end of the discussion, there was consensus to choose the intermediate level of
community engagement. Ms. Simms then facilitated a discussion to refine the intermediate level. The
group reached consensus on making the following changes to the intermediate option:
- Use the base level of Explorer ads and supplement it with articles
- Add text messaging
- Keep the number of shirts but find ways to reduce cost.
- Use t-shirts, polo shirts or sweatshirts instead of collared shirts
- Use emailed water bills to spread information
- Remove tv and radio ads
- Send one round of postcards only to voters
Ms. Simms discussed the final draft plan with the group. There were no concerns mentioned. She
explained the discussion from this evening will be added to the final draft of the plan. The final draft will
be sent out via email on February 17 to allow advisory group members’ a final opportunity to review
the content, prior to the Planning and Zoning Commission. Any comments or changes must be emailed
to Ms. Simms by 5:00 PM, Wednesday, February 22.
Ms. Simms presented the next steps for the Community Engagement Plan and General Plan process.
She thanked everyone for their time and participation and encouraged them to remain active in the
General Plan process.
ADJOURNMENT
Principal Planner Milini Simms adjourned the meeting at 8:04 p.m.
I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the minutes of the 2026 General Plan
Community Engagement Advisory Group of Oro Valley held on the 16th day of February 2023.
___________________________
Jeanna Ancona
Senior Office Specialist
Town Council Regular Session B.
Meeting Date:03/01/2023
Requested by: Peter Abraham Submitted By:Mary Rallis, Water
Department:Water
SUBJECT:
Resolution No. (R)23-06, providing notice of intent to increase the potable water base rates, increase the potable
water commodity rates and increase the reclaimed water commodity rate for the Oro Valley Water Utility
RECOMMENDATION:
The Water Utility Commission and Water Utility staff respectfully recommend approval of Resolution No. (R)23-06,
providing notice of intent to increase the potable water base rates, increase the potable water commodity rates
and increase the reclaimed water commodity rate for the Oro Valley Water Utility.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
In accordance with the Town Council Water Policies, Water Utility staff review water rates on an
annual basis. The Water Utility Commission evaluates staff recommendations based on a water rates
analysis to ensure the recommendations meet Town policies and bond covenants. On February 13,
2023, the Commission voted to recommend approval of the water rates identified in the Proposed
Financial Scenario and supported by the 2023 Water Rates Analysis Report.
Pursuant to A.R.S. § 9-511.01, a municipality must adopt a notice of intent to increase water rates at
least 60 days prior to the public hearing. The resolution sets in motion the public process by:
Making the Water Rates Analysis Report available for public review by placing a copy in the
Town Clerk's Office and on the Water Utility's website.
1.
Directing the Town Clerk to publish the resolution in a newspaper of general circulation at least
20 days prior to the public hearing.
2.
Scheduling a public hearing for June 7, 2023, when the Council will consider adoption of the
proposed water rate increases.
3.
Once the notice of intent is approved, the increase in water rates that can be adopted may not exceed
the water rates shown in the Water Rates Analysis Report.
The Town Council will review the proposed rate increases at the future public hearing, in which it may
approve, modify or deny the rates. As a result, tonight's item is merely the notice for the future public
hearing and consideration.
BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION:
The Town Council will review the proposed rate increases at a future public hearing, in which it may approve,
modify or deny the proposed rates at that later Council meeting. As a result, tonight's item is merely the notice for
the future public hearing and Coucil consideration.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact associated with adopting a notice of intent to increase water rates.
SUGGESTED MOTION:
I MOVE to (approve or deny) Resolution No. (R)23-06, providing notice of intent to increase the potable water
base rates, increase the potable water commodity rates and increase the reclaimed water commodity rate for the
Oro Valley Water Utility.
Attachments
(R)23-06 Resolution - Notice of Intent
Water Rates Analysis Report 23-24
RESOLUTION NO. (R)23-06
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF
ORO VALLEY, ARIZONA, PROVIDING NOTICE OF INTENT TO
INCREASE THE POTABLE WATER BASE RATES, INCREASE THE
POTABLE WATER COMMODITY RATES AND INCREASE THE
RECLAIMED WATER COMMODITY RATE FOR THE ORO VALLEY
WATER UTILITY; AND DIRECTING THE TOWN MANAGER, TOWN
CLERK, TOWN LEGAL SERVICES DIRECTOR, OR THEIR DULY
AUTHORIZED OFFICERS AND AGENTS TO TAKE ALL STEPS
NECESSARY TO CARRY OUT THE PURPOSES AND INTENT OF THIS
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, pursuant to A.R.S. § 9-511, et seq., the Town has the requisite statutory authority
to acquire, own and maintain a water utility for the benefit of the residents within and without the
Town’s corporate boundaries; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to A.R.S. § 9-511, et seq., the Town finds it necessary to consider
increasing the potable water base rates, increasing the potable water commodity rates and
increasing the reclaimed water commodity rate for the Oro Valley Water Utility; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to A.R.S. § 9-511, et seq., the Town is required to give a Notice of Intent
at a regular Town Council meeting to increase the potable water base rates, increase the potable
water commodity rates and increase the reclaimed water commodity rate; and
WHEREAS, the Town has completed a Water Rates Analysis Report which supports these
water rate increases for the Oro Valley Water Utility; and
WHEREAS, not less than twenty (20) days prior to the public hearing on the proposed rate
increases, the Town shall cause to be published one time in a newspaper of general circulation
within the Town’s boundaries, a Notice of Intent showing the date, time and place of the hearing.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Town of Oro
Valley, Arizona, as follows:
SECTION 1. This Resolution serves as the Notice of Intent, which is hereby publicly given, for
the Town of Oro Valley to increase the potable water base rates, increase the potable water
commodity rates and increase the reclaimed water commodity rate.
SECTION 2. A public hearing shall be held at the regular meeting of the Mayor and Council at
6:00 p.m. on June 7, 2023, in the Council Chambers of the Town Hall, Town of Oro Valley,
11,000 North La Cañada Drive, Oro Valley, Arizona, to deliberate and vote on the proposed
increases.
SECTION 3. That the Town Manager, Town Clerk, Town Legal Services Director, or their
duly authorized officers and agents are hereby authorized and directed to take all steps necessary
to carry out the purposes and intent of this resolution.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Mayor and Town Council of the Town of Oro Valley,
Arizona, this 1st day of March, 2023.
TOWN OF ORO VALLEY
Joseph C. Winfield, Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Michael Standish, Town Clerk Tobin Sidles, Legal Services Director
Date: Date:
Town of Oro Valley
Water Utility
Water Rates Analysis Report
March 2023
TOWN OF ORO VALLEY
WATER UTILITY
WATER RATES ANALYSIS REPORT
MARCH 2023
ORO VALLEY TOWN COUNCIL
Joseph Winfield, Mayor
Melanie Barrett, Vice Mayor
Timothy Bohen, Councilmember
Harry “Mo” Green, II, MD, Councilmember
Joyce Jones-Ivey, Councilmember
Josh Nicolson, Councilmember
Steve Solomon, Councilmember
ORO VALLEY WATER UTILITY COMMISSION
Greg Hitt, Commission Chair
Alan Forrest, CommissionVice-Chair
David Atler, Commission Member
Kay Lantow, Commission Member
Tom Marek, Commission Member
Patricia Olson, Commission Member
Naranjan Vescio, Commission Member
TOWN STAFF
Peter A. Abraham, P.E., Water Utility Director
Mary E. Rallis, CPA, Water Utility Administrator
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION TITLE PAGE
Index of Appendix
Executive Summary 1
Introduction 4
Methodology 5
Growth Rates 6
Water Use Trends 7
Debt Service 8
Debt Service Coverage Requirements 9
Cash Reserve Policy for Operating Fund 10
Operating Fund
Revenue Forecast 11
Revenue Requirements 13
Water Resource and System Development Impact Fee Fund 15
Proposed Financial Scenario 17
Recommendation on Water Rates 19
Conclusion 21
Appendix
APPENDIX
A. Proposed Financial Scenario Pro Forma
A-1 Operating Fund
A-2 Groundwater Preservation Fee
A-3 Water Resource and System Development Impact Fee Fund
A-4 Summary of all Funds
B. Rate Schedules & Tables for Bill Comparisons
B-1 Proposed Water Rate Schedule
B-2 Tables for Bill Comparisons by Meter Size - Potable
B-8 Tables for Bill Comparisons by Meter Size - Reclaimed
C. 5-Year Capital Improvement Schedules
C-1 Operating Fund
C-2 Groundwater Preservation Fee
C-3 Water Resource and System Development Impact Fee Fund
D. Assumptions for Proposed Financial Scenario
D-1 Operating Fund
D-4 Water Resource and System Development Impact Fee Fund
E. Development Impact Fee Schedule
E-1 Water Resource and System Development Impact Fee Schedule
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TOWN OF ORO VALLEY
WATER UTILITY
WATER RATES ANALYSIS REPORT
MARCH 2023
Executive Summary
An annual review of the revenue requirements and water rates is an integral component in ensuring the long-
term financial health of the Water Utility. The Oro Valley Water Utility Commission reviews and makes
recommendations for water revenue requirements, water rates and fee structures. The Commission evaluates
staff recommendations based on a rates analysis to ensure compliance with Town policies and bond covenants.
Water rates and service charges are reviewed annually in accordance with Mayor and Town Council Water
Policies – II.A.2.b(4).
The Water Utility has based these financial projections on the American Water Works Associations (AWWA)
cash-needs approach. The AWWA is the largest national organization that develops water and wastewater
policies, specifications and rate setting guidelines accepted by both government-owned and private water and
wastewater utilities worldwide.
This Water Rates Analysis Report contains detailed information on the Operating Fund and the Water
Resource and System Development Impact Fee Fund. Funds are analyzed annually to project revenue and
revenue requirements. As an enterprise of the Town, the Water Utility generates revenue from rates, fees and
service charges and does not receive revenue from taxes or other monies from the General Fund. Additionally,
revenue generated by the Water Utility does not fund operating costs of any other Town department.
In accordance with policy, the water rates analysis is prepared annually based on the most up-to-date
information available for a five-year period. Although the analysis is for five years, any rate increase
considered would be approved only for the first year in the five-year projection period.
The Water Utility Commission has made a recommendation on the proposed financial scenario. Under the
proposed financial scenario, the Operating Fund is projected to have a cash balance of $6,101,037 at the end of
the five-year projection period. This exceeds the cash reserve requirement. In addition, the debt service
coverage ratio of 1.3 is exceeded each year. Operational needs and capital improvements are included in the
analysis. The proposed financial scenario demonstrates a planned use of cash reserves to finance capital
projects.
The proposed financial scenario evaluates the impact of future costs and the revenue sources that will be
required to meet those costs. The proposed water rates in the financial scenario will increase the Utility’s fixed
and variable cost recovery.
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The Water Utility Commission and Water Utility staff have made the following recommendations on water
rates in the proposed financial scenario for Fiscal Year 2023/24:
A. Increase to the potable water base rates
B. Increase to the potable water commodity rates
C. Increase to the reclaimed water commodity rate
A. The current and proposed monthly base rates for potable water are shown in Table 1 below:
Table 1
Cost per month
B. The current and proposed commodity rates for potable water usage are shown in Table 2 below:
Table 2
Per 1,000 gallons
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The financial impact of the proposed base and commodity rate increase for a customer with a 5/8-inch meter
using 7,000 gallons is $2.11 per month. Customers with a 5/8-inch meter represent 87 percent of the total
customer base and include residential, commercial and irrigation classifications with the vast majority of those
being residential. The base rate increase would be $1.20 per month for all customers with this meter size.
The proposed commodity rate increase for customers in Tier 1 would be $0.13 per 1,000 gallons used per
month.
C. The reclaimed commodity rate is proposed to increase from $2.25 to $2.35 per 1,000 gallons used
per month. An increase of $0.10 per 1,000 gallons used per month.
The Water Utility presents this water rates analysis in support of the recommended rates contained in the
proposed financial scenario. The Oro Valley Water Utility Commission and Water Utility staff respectfully
recommend the proposed increase to the potable base rates, increase to the potable commodity rates and
increase to the reclaimed water commodity rate as detailed in the proposed financial scenario.
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TOWN OF ORO VALLEY
WATER UTILITY
WATER RATES ANALYSIS REPORT
MARCH 2023
Introduction
The Oro Valley Water Utility was established in 1996 as a self-supporting enterprise of the Town. The Water
Utility is comprised of two separate funds that have been established for specific purposes. The Funds are as
follows:
► Operating Fund
► Water Resource and Development Impact Fee Fund
The Operating Fund is the primary fund for the Water Utility. Revenues for this fund include water sales,
service fees, miscellaneous charges and interest income. The expenses in this fund include personnel,
operations and maintenance for both potable and reclaimed water systems, capital costs for existing potable
water system improvements and related debt service. The Water Utility pays the General Fund for services
received including finance, human resources, fleet services, information technology, legal, insurance and
rental of office space; however, it does not receive revenue from taxes or other payments from the General
Fund. Groundwater Preservation Fee (GPF) revenue and expenses are accounted for within the Operating
Fund but are segregated because GPF revenue is restricted for specific uses. This is illustrated in Appendix A,
Page A-2.
The Water Resource and Development Impact Fee Fund (WRSDIF) is used to account for development impact
fees collected. Funds may be used for all types of water resources, the infrastructure to deliver those resources
and any related debt including Central Arizona Project (CAP) capital infrastructure repayment costs.
Additional information is provided on page 15 of this report.
The revenue and expenses of the Operating Fund and the WRSDIF Fund are combined to determine if the
Water Utility meets the debt service coverage requirement established in the Mayor and Town Council water
policies and current bond covenants. Revenues and expenses are accounted for separately in each fund.
Pursuant to ARS 9-463.05 Section B.9., impact fees must be placed in a separate fund and accounted for
separately. ARS 9-463.05 Section B.5. states that the impact fees may not be used for operations and
maintenance of existing facilities.
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Methodology
Step 1: Five-Year Financial Plan
The first step of the water rates analysis is to develop a five-year financial plan that projects the Water Utility’s
revenues, expenses, capital project financing, annual debt service, and cash reserve funding. The factors used
in determining the projections are growth rates, water use trends, debt service coverage requirements, cash
reserve requirements and inflation rates. The financial plan is used to determine the revenue adjustment, which
allows the Water Utility to recover adequate revenues to fund expenses and cash reserves.
Step 2: Revenue Requirement Determination for Test Year
After completing the five-year financial plan, the rate making process can begin by determining the revenue
requirement for the test year, also known as the rate-setting year. The test year for this water rates analysis is
Fiscal Year 2021/22 which will be used to capture the rate impacts resulting from a change in rate structure
without a revenue adjustment. The revenue requirement should sufficiently fund the Water Utility’s operating
and maintenance (O&M) costs, annual debt service, capital improvement plan (CIP) costs, and cash reserve
funding for the upcoming Fiscal Year 2023/24 budget.
Step 3: Water Rates Analysis
The annual cost of providing water service, or the revenue requirements, is then distributed to customer classes
and tiers based on their water usage and demand on the system. Fixed and variable costs are analyzed to
determine the impact on customer classes and tiers.
Step 4: Rate Design and Calculation
After allocating the revenue requirements to each customer class and tier, the rate design and calculation
process can start. Rates are designed to properly support and optimize the Water Utility’s policies and
objectives. Rates also act as a public information tool in communicating these policy objectives to customers.
This process also includes a rate impact analysis for all proposed water rates and sample customer bill impacts.
Step 5: Administrative Record Preparation and Rate Adoption
The final step in a water rates analysis is to develop the administrative record in preparation for the rate
adoption process. The administrative record, also known as the Water Rates Analysis Report, documents the
results of the water rate analysis and presents the methodologies, rationale, justifications, and calculations
utilized to determine the proposed water rates.
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Growth Rates
As indicated in the graph below, new metered connections continue to remain stable due to continued
development within the Town. The Water Utility had a total of 2,627 of new metered connections over the last
10 years. At the end of Fiscal Year 2021/22, the customer base totaled 21,114 metered connections.
In developing the growth projections, assistance was received from the Town’s Community and Economic
Development Department for the current housing inventory, along with plans that have been submitted for
review, to conservatively estimate future growth. The growth projections used for this report are consistent
with the Town’s financial forecasting and are shown below in Table 3.
Table 3
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Water Use Trends
Water use has remains consistent even though the number of connections has increased by 2,627 over the last
ten years. The graph below indicates water usage from Fiscal Year 2012/13 through Fiscal Year 2021/22. As
noted below, in Fiscal Year 2012/13 water usage was at 2,948 million gallons and 2,981 million gallons in
Fiscal Year 2021/22. A slight increase of 33 million gallons even though new connections increased by 2,627
during this time period. The revenue projections in this water rate analysis compiled water data from Fiscal
Year 2021/22 when the average water use was 7,000 gallons per month, which is consistent with prior years.
Historically there has been a decline in water use not only on a local level, but also on regional and national
levels. This can be largely attributed to water conservation – both intentional and unintentional. Intentional
water conservation is the conscious effort to reduce water use by commonly known measures including
changing landscape to drought tolerant plants and the removal of lawns. Unintentional water conservation is a
result of plumbing code changes and other regulatory changes regarding water efficiency. For example, all
new water using appliances and fixtures are required to be low flow. The consumer’s intention may not have
been to conserve water when they chose to replace an aging or broken dishwasher, clothes washer or bathroom
faucet.
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500
1,000
1,500
2,000
2,500
3,000
3,500
2,948 3,071 2,889 2,929 3,045
3,288
2,707
2,929
3,232
2,981 Gallons in MillionsFiscal Year
Potable & Reclaimed Water Deliveries
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Debt Service
The current annual debt service obligations are met with revenue generated from water rates, groundwater
preservation fees and impact fees. A summary of the existing debt and the outstanding balances as of June 30,
2022 are shown below in Table 4.
Table 4
In April 2017, the Town entered into an Intergovernmental Agreement with Metropolitan Domestic Water
Improvement District and the Town of Marana to construct a recharge, recovery and delivery system known as
the Northwest Recharge, Recovery, and Delivery System (NWRRDS) project to bring additional Central
Arizona Project (CAP) water into the Town.
In FY 2022/23, $1.37 million in American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) funds was received from the
General Fund for the NWRRDS project. There is no pay back to the General Fund. Project costs identified
for the NWRRDS project may be found in the five-year capital plan shown in Appendix C.
In FY 2022/23, $1 million in ARPA funds was received from the General Fund for existing system capital
projects. There is no pay back to the General Fund.
There is no new debt for existing system capital improvements in this analysis. Capital costs in the five-year
capital plan for existing system projects will be cash funded.
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Debt Service Coverage Requirements
The method for calculating the debt service coverage ratio is pursuant to the Town Financial and Budgetary
Policies adopted by the Town Council in 2008. Section C.1 – Debt Capacity, Issuance & Management states
the following with respect to debt service coverage ratios: “When utility revenues are pledged as debt service
payments, the Town will strive to maintain a 1.3 debt service coverage ratio or the required ratio in the bond
indenture (whichever is greater) to ensure debt coverage in times of revenue fluctuation.”
The Series 2012 Senior Lien Water revenue bonds, 2014 Water Infrastructure Finance Authority (WIFA) loans
and Series 2021 Senior Lien Water revenue refunding bonds are used in the calculation of the debt service
coverage requirement. The Water Utility revenues are specifically pledged as the repayment source for these
obligations at 1.3 times coverage per the Town’s adopted financial policy.
The remaining outstanding debt obligations of the Water Utility are excise tax pledged obligations meaning
that the Town’s unrestricted sources of sales taxes, fines, permit fees and state shared revenues are pledged as
the repayment sources for these bonds in the bond indentures. Even though the bond indentures pledge these
excise taxes as the repayment source, the Water Utility is responsible to pay for these debt service payments
from water sales revenues. However, since excise taxes are pledged as coverage, a calculated debt service
coverage ratio of 1.0 is applied to avoid double coverage when calculating the debt service coverage ratio for
these excise tax-backed bonds in the water rates analysis.
Bond indentures for the excise tax-backed bonds require that the Town’s excise tax collections each fiscal year
total at least 2.5 times the annual debt service requirements to avoid funding a debt service reserve fund. These
conditions have been met annually in the past and are expected to continue in the future.
This methodology of segregating the water utility revenue-pledged debt from the excise tax-pledged debt in
the rates analysis process is an accepted practice in the industry and has been reviewed by the Town’s Chief
Financial Officer and the Town’s financial advisors with Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Inc.
The debt service coverage ratio is determined by dividing the annual net operating revenue by the annual debt
service payments. The methodology described above is in accordance with the 2008 policy and reduces the
amount of the required debt service coverage. Applying this methodology has been key in minimizing water
rate increases.
Debt service coverage for the Water Utility’s outstanding senior lien debt issuances and loans in the proposed
financial scenario is shown in Table 5 below. As shown below, debt service coverage increases as existing
debt service is paid off.
Table 5
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Cash Reserve Policy
The cash reserve policy may be found in the Town of Oro Valley Mayor and Council Water Policies Section
II.A.1.d. The policy states “The Utility shall maintain a cash reserve in the Operating Fund of not less than
20% of the combined total of the annual budgeted amounts for personnel, operations and maintenance, and
debt service. This cash reserve amount specifically excludes budgeted amounts for capital projects,
depreciation, amortization and contingency. No cash reserve is required for the water utility impact fee
funds.”
In the proposed financial scenario, the projected cash reserve balance for the Operating Fund for each year in
the analysis is listed below in Table 6 showing compliance in all years. The projected cash reserve balances
include annual increases in the monthly base rate and commodity rates.
Table 6
Cash reserve balances in the Operating Fund are projected to be stable throughout the analysis. This is a result
of strategically balancing the required financing of capital projects with the planned used of cash reserves.
There is no cash reserve requirement for revenue from the GPF because these funds are restricted to pay for
renewable water resources, infrastructure and associated debt. Although accounted for in the Operating Fund,
the GPF cash is segregated from the Operating Fund cash. It is not fiscally prudent to combine cash that has a
restricted use with cash that has unrestricted use when determining compliance with a cash reserve policy.
Expenses paid by GPF revenue are segregated from the general operating expenses for purposes of calculating
the cash reserve requirement. In the proposed financial scenario, the projected cash reserve balance for the
GPF in each year of the analysis is listed below in Table 7.
Table 7
GPF cash reserve balances are projected to remain stable over the five-year projection period. This is a direct
result of balancing the use of cash and ARPA funds to pay for capital projects associated with the delivery of
additional CAP water through the NWRRDS project.
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Operating Fund
Revenue Forecast
The Operating Fund is projected to have a cash balance of $7,645,024 at the beginning of Fiscal Year 2023-24
and is projected to have a balance of $6,101,037 at the end of Fiscal Year 2027/28. These funds may be used
for operating costs including personnel, operations and maintenance, capital improvements for the existing
potable water system and debt service.
Groundwater Preservation Fees are included in the Operating Fund; however, the revenues, expenses and cash
balances for the GPF are accounted for separately within the Operating Fund and are not included in the cash
balance above. The use of GPF funds is restricted to renewable water resources, infrastructure and associated
debt.
The following revenue forecast was based on analysis of the Water Utility’s historic water use trends and
projected growth in the number of new connections. The revenue forecast includes proposed increases in the
potable water base rates as shown below in Table 8.
Table 8
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The revenue forecast includes proposed increases in the potable water commodity rates as shown below in
Table 9:
Table 9
The potable water base and commodity rates are projected to increase annually beginning in Fiscal Year
2023/24. The proposed base rate increase will generate a 56 percent fixed cost recovery. Fixed costs are
expenses incurred that do not fluctuate based on the volume of water sold. Examples of fixed costs include, but
are not limited to, debt service, personnel, billing costs, fleet maintenance and regulatory costs. The proposed
commodity rate increase accounts for the remaining 44 percent of the fixed costs which are recovered with
revenue generated from the volume of water sold. The proposed rate increases encourage water conservation
with higher commodity rate increases for higher water usage.
The reclaimed base rates are proposed to remain unchanged throughout the projection period; however, the
reclaimed commodity rate is proposed to increase from $2.25 to $2.35 per 1,000 gallons.
Table 10 below includes the water sales for potable, reclaimed and GPF revenue forecast for the five-year
projection period using the proposed base and commodity rates:
Table 10
Other revenue generated by the Utility consists of service fees and charges. Service fees and charges include
funds received from an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Pima County Wastewater Reclamation
Department to provide monthly billing services on their behalf. Service fees and charges also include, but are
not limited to, new service establishment fees, late fees, reconnection fees, inspection fees and plan review
fees. The total of all service fees and charges are projected to generate annual revenue of $800,000.
Projections for interest income for the Operating Fund are a cumulative total of $498,737 over the five-year
period. Projected interest income for the GPF monies is a cumulative total of $330.465 over the five-year
period. The interest rate assumed for the projection period is 2 percent annually.
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Revenue Requirements
Below in Table 11 is a summary of revenue requirements for the Operating Fund that were used in the
financial analysis. These revenue requirements exclude expenses to be paid with GPF revenue.
Table 11
Projected personnel costs include 3 percent annual merit increases, retirement contributions of 12.17 percent
and 5 percent annual increases in health care costs. There are no new employees being added within the five-
year projection period. A portion of the personnel costs are allocated to the reclaimed water system based on a
weighted average of 5.10 percent annually.
The projected operations and maintenance (O&M) costs for both the potable and reclaimed water systems are
based on the Fiscal Year 2022/23 budget and include inflationary increases of 5 percent annually. A cost
allocation model is used to allocate various administrative and operational costs to the reclaimed water system.
Costs charged by Tucson Water for wheeling reclaimed water are projected to increase 5 percent annually.
Central Arizona Project (CAP) wheeling costs are fees charged by Tucson Water to wheel Oro Valley’s CAP
water through their recharge and recovery system. The Intergovernmental Agreement with Tucson Water was
renegotiated in Fiscal Year 2016/17. Costs are projected to increase by 5 percent annually. The total annual
delivery of 2,850 acre feet is projected in the five-year projection period.
Central Arizona Project (CAP) water recharge costs represent costs to take annual delivery of the Utility’s
entire CAP water allotment of 10,305 acre feet. This water will be recharged and stored in various recharge
facilities including the Tucson Water facilities. Costs to take delivery of and store the CAP water are based on
the rate schedule adopted by the Central Arizona Project. The five-year projection period includes an increase
of 12.36 percent in Fiscal Year 2023/24 for a projected Tier 2a shortage. Costs in later fiscal years will
increase by an average of 7.5 percent through the remaining five-year projection period.
Projected capital outlay for existing system improvements in this analysis includes well rehabilitation, tank
replacement, re-lining of reservoirs, booster station modifications, water main replacements, vehicles and
water meters. These projects will be cash funded in the five-year projection period. The schedule for five-year
capital improvements may be found in Appendix C.
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Debt service costs are relatively flat over the projection period. The existing debt service is declining as older
debt is paid off.
Expenses paid with GPF funds include the existing customers’ portion of CAP water capital costs associated
with ownership of the CAP water allotment. These costs increase annually based on projected rates developed
by the Central Arizona Project.
Debt service for the reclaimed water system is paid with GPF funds. Outstanding debt on the reclaimed water
system will be paid in full by Fiscal Year 2029/30.
Table 12 is a summary of expenses paid with GPF revenue that were used in this financial analysis:
Table 12
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Water Resource and System Development Impact Fee Fund
The Water Resource and Development Impact Fee Fund (WRSDIF) is used to account for development impact
fees collected. Revenues are from impact fees collected at the time water meters are purchased and from
interest income. Expenses include capital repayment obligation charges for the Town’s CAP allotment, CAP
infrastructure and associated debt incurred to deliver CAP water to the Town to meet the demands of future
growth. In addition, wells, pump stations, reservoirs and mains for the potable water system required to meet
the demands of future growth will also be financed with these impact fees.
The WRSDIF Fund is projected to have a cash balance of $16,893,509 at the beginning of FY 2023/24 and is
projected to have $418,165 at the end of FY 2027/28. The revenue sources for the WRSDIF Fund are from
impact fees collected when a water meter is purchased and from interest earned on cash balances. Interest
income is projected to be a total of $836,412 for this analysis. The interest rate assumed for the projection
period is 2 percent.
The revenue forecast was based on new service units related to the number of new connections. A service unit
is the equivalent of one single family residential (SFR) 5/8-inch water meter. The SFR service units are equal
to the number of new connections. Other service units are forecast based on pending development projects
within the Town. Other service units include commercial, multi-family and irrigation uses with the number of
service units depending on the estimated meter sizes for each project. In addition, the service units are
forecasted based on historic trends and pending development projects within the Town.
The impact fee for a SFR 5/8-inch water meter or one service unit is projected to be $6,387. It is assumed that
the Development Impact Fees will remain constant throughout the five-year projection period. Table 13 below
indicates the projected growth in service units and the revenue associated with that growth. These growth
projections are consistent with the Town’s financial planning.
Table 13
WRSDIF funds may be used for capital expenses related to CAP water. Capital costs assessed by the Central
Arizona Project for 3,000 acre feet of the Town’s CAP water allotment are included under operating expenses.
Capital expenses during this projection period total $21.7 million and include the design and construction of
the NWRRDS project that will deliver additional CAP water to the Town. Funds may also be used for capital
expenses related to potable water system improvements including wells, booster stations, reservoirs and water
mains required to meet the demands of new growth. Capital projects are identified in the five- year capital
improvement plan shown in Appendix C.
Debt service for previously constructed growth-related facilities is also paid from impact fee revenue.
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The annual expenses and debt service for the WRSDIF Fund are listed in Table 14 below. No new debt is
proposed during this projection period.
Table 14
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Proposed Financial Scenario
Prior to developing forecasts, financial considerations were evaluated relating to projected operating costs,
capital expenses, the Water Utility’s existing cash reserves, existing outstanding debt and debt service
payments. When developing a proposed financial scenario, the goal of the Water Utility is to ensure all
existing rate setting policies are met, cash reserves are utilized to minimize future debt and proposed rate
increases do not result in rate shock. One of the rate setting policies included in the Mayor and Council Water
Policies is for rate structures to be designed to encourage water conservation.
The development of water conservation pricing, also known as a tiered commodity rate, began in 1999 when a
second tier was added to the uniform or flat commodity rate. That structure evolved into four tiers by 2007.
The Water Utility has increased the tiered commodity rates to a level that encourages water conservation.
This year, the proposed financial scenario includes increases to both the potable base and commodity rates and
an increase to the reclaimed commodity rate.
The chart below illustrates an overall decline in potable and reclaimed water deliveries over the past four years
even though the Water Utility experienced growth in the customer base.
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Table 15 below illustrates how regional water providers have increased their base rates to compensate for the
declines in water consumption as compared to the historical and the 2023 proposed rates for Oro Valley.
Table 15
Table 16 illustrates Oro Valley’s proposed potable base and commodity rates per 1,000 gallons. Water rates of
other water providers in the region are included for comparison purposes along with water resource fees that
are similar to the Oro Valley Water Utility GPF.
Table 16
The Water Utility developed a proposed financial scenario that supports key financial and policy goals. The
proposed scenario generates the revenue needed to maintain an adequate cash balance in all funds over the
projected five-year period therefore meeting the cash reserve requirements in each year.
The financial projections for the Operating Fund and WRSDIF Fund were combined to evaluate the overall
debt service coverage at the end of each fiscal year. Analysis indicates that, under the proposed financial
scenario, the Utility will meet the debt service coverage requirement established by the Mayor and Council
Water Polices and bond covenants for all five years.
The pro forma for the proposed financial scenario may be found in Appendix A. The assumptions used to
develop the financial projections in the proposed financial scenario may be found in Appendix D.
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Recommendation on Water Rates
After reviewing the analysis of the two funds and their respective revenue requirements contained in the
proposed financial scenario, the Water Utility Commission and Water Utility staff recommend the following
for Fiscal Year 2023/24:
A. Increase to the potable water monthly base rates
B. Increase to the potable water commodity rates
C. Increase to the reclaimed water commodity rate
A. Tables 17 & 18 shown below are the proposed potable water base rates and commodity rates for each
meter size. Approximately 87 percent of the Utility’s customers have a 5/8-inch water meter and
consume an average of 7,000 gallons. These customers will see an increase in their bill of $2.11 per
month.
Table 17
Cost per month
B. Table 18
Per 1,000 gallons
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C. The reclaimed base rates will remain unchanged while the commodity rate is proposed to increase to
$2.35 per 1,000 gallons from $2.25 per 1,000 gallons. This proposed rate increase is used for the five-
year projection period. The average 18-hole golf course consumes 10,000,000 gallons per month and
will see an increase in their bill of $1,000 per month.
Direct comparison of specific base rates and commodity rates is not ideal for cost comparisons because of the
varying rate structures of each utility. A more effective comparison is to calculate the cost for specific
consumption levels for one month. Table 19 below provides a calculation of a monthly bill amount for a
single-family residential customer with a 5/8-inch meter for the water utilities surrounding the Oro Valley
Water Utility service area.
Table 19
Proposed rates for all Oro Valley Water Utility meter sizes may be found in Appendix B. Tables that calculate
monthly bills under the proposed rates may also be found in Appendix B. Monthly bill amounts are calculated
in 1,000 gallon increments for the 5/8-inch meters and a variety of increments for larger meter sizes.
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Conclusion
On an annual basis, the water rates analysis is prepared with the most up-to-date information available.
Operational needs and capital improvement requirements change annually and are carefully evaluated when
they are included in the analysis. It is important that the Water Utility perform a water rates analysis every year
to plan for changes in operating costs, capital costs or debt service.
This Water Rates Analysis Report is presented in support of the water rates contained in the proposed financial
scenario. The Oro Valley Water Utility Commission and the Water Utility staff respectfully recommend
approval of the water rates detailed in the proposed financial scenario.
The Oro Valley Water Utility staff and Commission are dedicated to serving the Town of Oro Valley and the
customers of its water utility and extend their appreciation to the Mayor and Council for consideration of the
recommended water rates.
APPENDIX A
Proposed Financial Scenario Pro Forma
A-1 Operating Fund
A-2 Groundwater Preservation Fee
A-3 Water Resource and System Development Impact Fee Fund
A-4 Summary of All Funds
Oro Valley Water Utility – Operating Fund
A-1
Oro Valley Water Utility – Operating Fund
Groundwater Preservation Fees
A-2
Budget
FY 2022-23 FY 2023-24 FY 2024-25 FY 2025-26 FY 2026-27 FY 2027-28
GPF Beginning Balance 4,045,186$ 5,401,484$ 4,919,936$ 4,413,279$ 2,623,656$ 1,630,037$
ARPA Funds 1,373,337 - -
Revenue
GPF Revenue - Potable 2,141,500 2,165,400 2,165,400 2,165,400 2,165,400 2,165,400
GPF Revenue - Reclaimed 258,500 258,500 258,500 258,500 258,500 258,500
GPF Revenue - Growth - 9,308 23,474 33,127 37,960 42,563
Total GPF Revenue 3,773,337$ 2,433,208$ 2,447,374$ 2,457,027$ 2,461,860$ 2,466,463$
Interest Income - 102,120 99,139 50,434 35,979 51,793
Total All Revenue 3,773,337$ 2,535,328$ 2,546,513$ 2,507,461$ 2,497,839$ 2,518,256$
GPF Expenses
Capital Cost for CAP Allotment 7305 AF 409,080 387,165 474,825 452,910 438,300 438,300
Capital Costs for NWRRDS Project 660,000 2,000,000 2,108,000 3,372,000 2,580,000 1,200,000
P&I - 2012 Sr. Lien Bonds - Reclaimed Ph.1 1,045,662 - - - - -
P&I - 2021 Sr. Lien Water Revenue Refunding Obligations 302,297 629,711 470,345 472,174 473,158 469,726
Total GPF Expenses 2,417,039 3,016,876 3,053,170 4,297,084 3,491,458 2,108,026
GPF Ending Balance 5,401,484$ 4,919,936$ 4,413,279$ 2,623,656$ 1,630,037$ 2,040,267$
Water Resource and System Development Impact Fee Fund
A-3
Budget
FY 2022-23 FY 2023-24 FY 2024-25 FY 2025-26 FY 2026-27 FY 2027-28
REVENUES
Impact Fee Revenue- Residential 958,050$ 760,053$ 881,406$ 1,258,239$ 1,341,270$ 849,471$
Impact Fee Revenue- Non-Residential 143,296 107,472 107,472 107,472 107,472 107,472
Subtotal Revenue 1,101,346$ 867,525$ 988,878$ 1,365,711$ 1,448,742$ 956,943$
Other Operating Revenue
Interest Income 150,000 295,410 221,221 140,820 95,519 83,442
Subtotal Other Operating Revenue 150,000 295,410 221,221 140,820 95,519 83,442
Total Operating Revenue 1,251,346$ 1,162,935$ 1,210,099$ 1,506,531$ 1,544,261$ 1,040,385$
OPERATING EXPENSES
Capital Cost for CAP Allotment 3000 AF 168,000 159,000 195,000 186,000 180,000 180,000
Total Operating Expenses 168,000$ 159,000$ 195,000$ 186,000$ 180,000$ 180,000$
Net Operating Revenue 1,083,346$ 1,003,935$ 1,015,099$ 1,320,531$ 1,364,261$ 860,385$
DEBT SERVICE
P&I - Sr. Lien Bonds - Expansion Related (2012)322,578$ -$ -$ -$ -$
P&I - 2021 Sr. Lien Bonds - Refinance 2007 & 2009 WIFA & 2012 36,004 75,000 56,019 56,237 56,354 55,945
Total Debt Service 358,582$ 75,000$ 56,019$ 56,237$ 56,354$ 55,945$
CAPITAL OUTLAY
Capital Improvements:
Capital Costs for NWRRDS Projects 990,000 3,000,000 3,162,000 5,058,000 3,870,000 1,800,000
Capital Costs for Other Potable Projects 1,085,688 4,850,000 -
Total Capital Outlay 2,075,688$ 7,850,000$ 3,162,000$ 5,058,000$ 3,870,000$ 1,800,000$
Net Balance From Operations (1,350,924)$ (6,921,065)$ (2,202,920)$ (3,793,706)$ (2,562,093)$ (995,560)$
Beginning Cash Balance 18,244,433$ 16,893,509$ 9,972,444$ 7,769,524$ 3,975,818$ 1,413,725$
Net Balance From Operations (1,350,924)$ (6,921,065)$ (2,202,920)$ (3,793,706)$ (2,562,093)$ (995,560)$
Ending Cash Balance 16,893,509$ 9,972,444$ 7,769,524$ 3,975,818$ 1,413,725$ 418,165$
Summary of All Funds
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A-4
Budget
FY 2022-23 FY 2023-24 FY 2024-25 FY 2025-26 FY 2026-27 FY 2027-28
REVENUES
Water Sales
Potable Water Sales (exclude golf courses)14,009,000$ 14,663,309$ 15,846,912$ 17,168,612$ 18,338,817$ 19,224,615$
Potable Water Sales from Growth - 32,441 106,010 203,224 327,657 441,983
Potable Water Sales - Golf Course - 111,469 117,106 123,028 129,180 133,205
Total Potable Water Sales 14,009,000 14,807,219 16,070,028 17,494,864 18,795,654 19,799,803
Reclaimed Water Sales 1,374,000 1,384,079 1,384,079 1,384,079 1,384,079 1,384,079
Total Water Sales 15,383,000 16,191,298 17,454,107 18,878,943 20,179,733 21,183,882
Other Operating Revenue
Groundwater Preservation Fees
Groundwater Preservation Fee - Potable 2,141,500 2,165,400 2,165,400 2,165,400 2,165,400 2,165,400
Groundwater Preservation Fee - Reclaimed 258,500 258,500 258,500 258,500 258,500 258,500
Groundwater Preservation Fee - Growth - 9,308 23,474 33,127 37,960 42,563
Total Groundwater Preservation Fees 2,400,000 2,433,208 2,447,374 2,457,027 2,461,860 2,466,463
Water Resource & System Development Impact Fees 1,101,346 867,525 988,878 1,365,711 1,448,742 956,943
Service Fees & Charges 824,000 800,000 800,000 800,000 800,000 800,000
Interest Income 250,000 520,461 423,885 278,402 213,375 238,491
Total Other Operating Revenue 4,575,346 4,621,194 4,660,137 4,901,140 4,923,977 4,461,897
Total Operating Revenue 19,958,346$ 20,812,492$ 22,114,244$ 23,780,083$ 25,103,710$ 25,645,779$
OPERATING EXPENSES
Potable Operating Expenses
Personnel 3,350,590 3,469,581 3,582,983 3,700,292 3,821,649 3,947,199
Operations & Maintenance 3,266,787 3,427,564 3,598,943 3,706,911 3,821,686 3,940,084
Power for Pumping 900,000 960,300 960,300 989,109 989,109 1,018,782
CAP Wheeling Costs 1,949,000 2,098,203 2,198,272 2,303,193 2,413,114 2,413,908
CAP Delivery Costs 2,160,000 2,623,200 2,860,215 3,220,890 3,426,990 3,499,125
CAP Capital Costs paid by GPF Revenue 409,080 387,165 474,825 452,910 438,300 438,300
Total Potable Operating Expenses 12,035,458$ 12,966,014$ 13,675,538$ 14,373,305$ 14,910,848$ 15,257,398$
Reclaimed Operating Expenses
Personnel 302,474 313,216 323,453 334,043 334,998 356,332
Operating & Maintenance 942,834 946,720 989,440 1,036,701 1,086,259 1,140,442
Power for Pumping 60,000 64,020 64,020 65,941 65,941 67,919
Total Reclaimed Operating Expenses 1,305,308$ 1,323,956$ 1,376,913$ 1,436,686$ 1,487,199$ 1,564,692$
WRSDIF Operating Expenses
CAP Capital Costs 168,000 159,000 195,000 186,000 180,000 180,000
Total WRSDIF Operating Expenses 168,000$ 159,000$ 195,000$ 186,000$ 180,000$ 180,000$
Total Operating Expenses 13,508,766$ 14,448,970$ 15,247,451$ 15,995,991$ 16,578,047$ 17,002,090$
Net Operating Revenue 6,449,580$ 6,363,522$ 6,866,793$ 7,784,092$ 8,525,663$ 8,643,689$
Summary of All Funds
A-5
Budget
FY 2022-23 FY 2023-24 FY 2024-25 FY 2025-26 FY 2026-27 FY 2027-28
Debt Service
Debt Service - Potable- Existing System
P&I - 2012 Sr. Lien Bonds - Existing System-Refinance 2003 573,666 - - - - -
P&I - 2014 WIFA Loan - Sr. Lien - AMI 376,642 376,530 376,416 376,298 376,178 376,054
P&I - 2015 Excise Tax Bonds - Refinance 2005 149,979 151,222 150,756 149,918 - -
P&I - 2017 Excise Tax Bonds - Refinance 2007 1,640,294 1,639,079 1,638,991 1,638,851 1,638,703 -
P&I - 2018 Excise Tax Bonds - Exist. System CIP- 15 yrs. $6M 515,326 514,660 515,154 514,546 514,338 514,506
P&I - 2021 Sr. Lien Bonds - Refinance 2007 & 2009 WIFA & 2012 176,375 367,404 274,422 275,489 276,064 274,061
Total Potable Existing System Debt Service 3,432,282$ 3,048,895$ 2,955,739$ 2,955,102$ 2,805,283$ 1,164,621$
Debt Service - GPF
P&I - Sr. Lien Bonds - Reclaimed Ph.1 (2012)1,045,662 - - - - -
P&I - 2021 Sr. Lien Bonds - Refinance 2007 & 2009 WIFA & 2012 302,297 629,711 470,345 472,174 473,158 469,726
Total GPF Debt Service 1,347,959$ 629,711$ 470,345$ 472,174$ 473,158$ 469,726$
Debt Service - WRSDIF - Growth Related
P&I - Sr. Lien Bonds - Growth Related (2012)322,578 - - - - -
P&I - 2021 Sr. Lien Bonds - Refinance 2007 & 2009 WIFA & 2012 36,004 75,000 56,019 56,237 56,354 55,945
Total WRSDIF Growth Related Debt Service 358,582$ 75,000$ 56,019$ 56,237$ 56,354$ 55,945$
Total Water System Debt Service 5,138,823$ 3,753,606$ 3,482,103$ 3,483,513$ 3,334,795$ 1,690,292$
Capital Outlay
Meters & Equipment & Vehicles 924,290$ 430,000$ 390,000$ 730,000$ 730,000$ 890,000$
Capital Improvements:
Existing System 1,150,000 1,650,000 1,500,000 1,500,000 1,500,000 1,500,000
Groundwater Preservation Fees 660,000 2,000,000 2,108,000 3,372,000 2,580,000 1,200,000.0
NWRRDS Projects 990,000 3,000,000 3,162,000 5,058,000 3,870,000 1,800,000.00
Other Potable Growth Related Projects 1,085,688 4,850,000 - - - -
Total Capital Outlay 4,809,978$ 11,930,000$ 7,160,000$ 10,660,000$ 8,680,000$ 5,390,000$
Net Balance From Operations (3,499,221)$ (9,320,084)$ (3,775,310)$ (6,359,421)$ (3,489,132)$ 1,563,397$
Growth - New Metered Connections 300 119 138 197 210 133
Monthly (Avg.) increase to residential customer using 7K gals.N/A 4.8%4.8%4.8%4.4%3.6%
Monthly (Avg.) increase to residential customer using 7K gals.N/A $2.11 $2.17 $2.33 $2.24 $1.87
Monthly increase to reclaimed customer using 10M gals.N/A 3.6%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%
Monthly increase to reclaimed customer using 10M gals.N/A $1,000.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Debt Service Coverage Ratio: Sr. Lien & WIFA 2.28 4.39 5.83 6.60 7.21 7.35
Debt Service Coverage Requirement = 1.30
Required Operating Fund Cash Reserves (20% of personnel, O&M, debt)3,272,794$ 3,390,340$ 3,506,673$ 3,662,437$ 3,753,006$ 3,509,682$
(does not include depreciation/amortization)
Operating Fund Cash Reserves 7,645,024$ 5,727,554$ 4,661,821$ 3,885,730$ 3,952,311$ 6,101,037$
Groundwater Preservation Fees 5,401,484 4,919,936 4,413,279 2,623,656 1,630,037 2,040,267
WRSD Impact Fee Fund 16,893,509 9,972,444 7,769,524 3,975,818 1,413,725 418,165
Total Ending Cash Balance 29,940,017$ 20,619,934$ 16,844,624$ 10,485,204$ 6,996,073$ 8,559,469$
APPENDIX B
Rate Schedules & Tables for Bill Comparisons
B-1 Proposed Water Rate Schedule
B-2 Tables for Bill Comparisons by Meter Size – Potable
B-8 Tables for Bill Comparisons by Meter Size – Reclaimed
Tier 1 - $2.65 Tier 2 - $3.88 Tier 3 - $6.05 Tier 4 - $8.80
Meter Size Base Rate Usage Rate: Per 1,000 gallons Usage Rate: Per 1,000 gallons Usage Rate: Per 1,000 gallons Usage Rate: Per 1,000 gallons
5/8 Inch 21.14$ 0 - 7,000 7,001 - 16,000 16,001 - 32,000 OVER 32,000
3/4 Inch 31.69$ 0 - 10,000 10,001 - 24,000 24,001 - 48,000 OVER 48,000
1 inch 52.82$ 0 - 17,000 17,001 - 40,000 40,001 - 80,000 OVER 80,000
1.5 inch 105.64$ 0 - 35,000 35,001 - 80,000 80,001 - 160,000 OVER 160,000
2 inch 169.03$ 0 - 56,000 56,001 - 128,000 128,001 - 256,000 OVER 256,000
3 inch 338.03$ 0 - 112,000 112,001 - 256,000 256,001 - 512,000 OVER 512,000
4 inch 528.19$ 0 - 175,000 175,001 - 400,000 400,001 - 800,000 OVER 800,000
6 inch 1,056.37$ 0 - 860,000 860,001 - 2,000,000 2,000,001 - 3,500,000 OVER 3,500,000
8 inch 1,690.20$ 0 - 860,000 860,001 - 2,000,000 2,000,001 - 3,500,000 OVER 3,500,000
$2.65
Meter Size Base Rate Usage Rate: Per 1,000 gallons
5/8 Inch 21.14$ Fixed usage rate
3/4 Inch 31.69$ Fixed usage rate
1 inch 52.82$ Fixed usage rate
1.5 inch 105.64$ Fixed usage rate
2 inch 169.03$ Fixed usage rate
3 inch 338.03$ Fixed usage rate
4 inch 528.19$ Fixed usage rate
6 inch 1,056.37$ Fixed usage rate
8 inch 1,690.20$ Fixed usage rate
$7.65
Meter Size Base Rate Usage Rate: Per 1,000 gallons
5/8 Inch 21.14$ Fixed usage rate
3/4 Inch 31.69$ Fixed usage rate
1 inch 52.82$ Fixed usage rate
1.5 inch 105.64$ Fixed usage rate
2 inch 169.03$ Fixed usage rate
3 inch 338.03$ Fixed usage rate
4 inch 528.19$ Fixed usage rate
6 inch 1,056.37$ Fixed usage rate
8 inch 1,690.20$ Fixed usage rate
$2.35
Meter Size Base Rate Usage Rate: Per 1,000 gallons
5/8 Inch 14.62$ Fixed usage rate
3/4 Inch 21.93$ Fixed usage rate
1 inch 36.54$ Fixed usage rate
1.5 inch 73.08$ Fixed usage rate
2 inch 116.94$ Fixed usage rate
3 inch 233.86$ Fixed usage rate
4 inch 365.41$ Fixed usage rate
6 inch 730.83$ Fixed usage rate
8 inch 1,169.32$ Fixed usage rate
$0.90
Fee Per 1,000 gallons
$0.47
Fee: Per 1,000 gallons
B-1
Reclaimed Water
Residential & Irrigation uses
Commercial (Buildings, Tenant Improvements) & Multi-Family uses (Apartments, Duplex, Triplex, Fourplex, Assisted Living)
Construction Water uses
All Uses
Groundwater Preservation Fees for all uses
Reclaimed Water (Turf only)
Fees
Potable Water
Potable Water
Potable Water
plus applicable sales taxes.
Potable Water
Town of Oro Valley Water Utility
Water Rates and Groundwater Preservation Fee Schedule
Proposed Rates Effective July 8, 2023
The monthly water rate for the various user classifications is comprised of a monthly base rate, that varies with the meter size, plus the
cooresponding monthly usage rate per 1,000 gallons plus the groundwater preservation fee per 1,000 gallons for both potable and reclaimed water
TABLE FOR MONTHLY CHARGES & PERCENT INCREASE COMPARISON
RESIDENTIAL & IRRIGATION CUSTOMERS WITH A 5/8-INCH METER Tier Levels
GALLONS CURRENT CURRENT CURRENT PROPOSED PROPOSED PROPOSED TOTAL PERCENT
USED WATER GPF MONTHLY WATER GPF MONTHLY MONTHLY INCREASED
BILL BILL INCREASE
0 19.94 - 19.94 21.14 - 21.14 1.20 6.0%
1,000 22.46 0.90 23.36 23.79 0.90 24.69 1.33 5.7%
2,000 24.98 1.80 26.78 26.44 1.80 28.24 1.46 5.5%
3,000 27.50 2.70 30.20 29.09 2.70 31.79 1.59 5.3%
4,000 30.02 3.60 33.62 31.74 3.60 35.34 1.72 5.1%
5,000 32.54 4.50 37.04 34.39 4.50 38.89 1.85 5.0%
6,000 35.06 5.40 40.46 37.04 5.40 42.44 1.98 4.9%
7,000 37.58 6.30 43.88 39.69 6.30 45.99 2.11 4.8%
8,000 41.10 7.20 48.30 43.57 7.20 50.77 2.47 5.1%
9,000 44.62 8.10 52.72 47.45 8.10 55.55 2.83 5.4%
10,000 48.14 9.00 57.14 51.33 9.00 60.33 3.19 5.6%
11,000 51.66 9.90 61.56 55.21 9.90 65.11 3.55 5.8%
12,000 55.18 10.80 65.98 59.09 10.80 69.89 3.91 5.9%
13,000 58.70 11.70 70.40 62.97 11.70 74.67 4.27 6.1%
14,000 62.22 12.60 74.82 66.85 12.60 79.45 4.63 6.2%
15,000 65.74 13.50 79.24 70.73 13.50 84.23 4.99 6.3%
16,000 69.26 14.40 83.66 74.61 14.40 89.01 5.35 6.4%
17,000 74.30 15.30 89.60 80.66 15.30 95.96 6.36 7.1%
18,000 79.34 16.20 95.54 86.71 16.20 102.91 7.37 7.7%
19,000 84.38 17.10 101.48 92.76 17.10 109.86 8.38 8.3%
20,000 89.42 18.00 107.42 98.81 18.00 116.81 9.39 8.7%
21,000 94.46 18.90 113.36 104.86 18.90 123.76 10.40 9.2%
22,000 99.50 19.80 119.30 110.91 19.80 130.71 11.41 9.6%
23,000 104.54 20.70 125.24 116.96 20.70 137.66 12.42 9.9%
24,000 109.58 21.60 131.18 123.01 21.60 144.61 13.43 10.2%
25,000 114.62 22.50 137.12 129.06 22.50 151.56 14.44 10.5%
26,000 119.66 23.40 143.06 135.11 23.40 158.51 15.45 10.8%
27,000 124.70 24.30 149.00 141.16 24.30 165.46 16.46 11.0%
28,000 129.74 25.20 154.94 147.21 25.20 172.41 17.47 11.3%
29,000 134.78 26.10 160.88 153.26 26.10 179.36 18.48 11.5%
30,000 139.82 27.00 166.82 159.31 27.00 186.31 19.49 11.7%
31,000 144.86 27.90 172.76 165.36 27.90 193.26 20.50 11.9%
32,000 149.90 28.80 178.70 171.41 28.80 200.21 21.51 12.0%
33,000 156.94 29.70 186.64 180.21 29.70 209.91 23.27 12.5%
34,000 163.98 30.60 194.58 189.01 30.60 219.61 25.03 12.9%
35,000 171.02 31.50 202.52 197.81 31.50 229.31 26.79 13.2%
36,000 178.06 32.40 210.46 206.61 32.40 239.01 28.55 13.6%
37,000 185.10 33.30 218.40 215.41 33.30 248.71 30.31 13.9%
38,000 192.14 34.20 226.34 224.21 34.20 258.41 32.07 14.2%
39,000 199.18 35.10 234.28 233.01 35.10 268.11 33.83 14.4%
40,000 206.22 36.00 242.22 241.81 36.00 277.81 35.59 14.7%
41,000 213.26 36.90 250.16 250.61 36.90 287.51 37.35 14.9%
42,000 220.30 37.80 258.10 259.41 37.80 297.21 39.11 15.2%
43,000 227.34 38.70 266.04 268.21 38.70 306.91 40.87 15.4%
44,000 234.38 39.60 273.98 277.01 39.60 316.61 42.63 15.6%
45,000 241.42 40.50 281.92 285.81 40.50 326.31 44.39 15.7%
46,000 248.46 41.40 289.86 294.61 41.40 336.01 46.15 15.9%
47,000 255.50 42.30 297.80 303.41 42.30 345.71 47.91 16.1%
48,000 262.54 43.20 305.74 312.21 43.20 355.41 49.67 16.2%
49,000 269.58 44.10 313.68 321.01 44.10 365.11 51.43 16.4%
50,000 276.62 45.00 321.62 329.81 45.00 374.81 53.19 16.5%
B-2
TABLE FOR MONTHLY CHARGES AND PERCENT INCREASE COMPARISON
FOR SF & MF RESIDENTIAL & IRRIGATION CUSTOMERS WITH A 3/4-INCH METER
BASE RATE 31.69$
COMMODITY RATE: TIER 1 = 2.65$ FOR 0 - 10,000 GALLONS
TIER 2 = 3.88$ FOR 10,001 - 24,000 GALLONS
TIER 3 = 6.05$ FOR 24,001 - 48,000 GALLONS
TIER 4 = 8.80$ FOR ALL USAGE OVER 48,000 GALLONS
GALLONS CURRENT CURRENT CURRENT PROPOSED PROPOSED PROPOSED TOTAL PERCENT
USED IN WATER GPF MONTHLY WATER GPF MONTHLY MONTHLY INCREASED
1 MONTH BILL BILL INCREASE
0 29.90 - 29.90 31.69 - 31.69 1.79 6.0%
7,000 47.54 6.30 53.84 50.24 6.30 56.54 2.70 5.0%
11,000 58.62 9.90 68.52 62.07 9.90 71.97 3.45 5.0%
28,000 124.54 25.20 149.74 136.71 25.20 161.91 12.17 8.1%
50,000 239.42 45.00 284.42 275.31 45.00 320.31 35.89 12.6%
TABLE FOR MONTHLY CHARGES AND PERCENT INCREASE COMPARISON
FOR COMMERCIAL CUSTOMERS WITH A 3/4-INCH METER
BASE RATE 31.69$
COMMODITY RATE: TIER 1 = 2.65$ FOR ALL WATER USAGE
TIER 2 = N/A
TIER 3 = N/A
TIER 4 = N/A
GALLONS CURRENT CURRENT CURRENT PROPOSED PROPOSED PROPOSED TOTAL PERCENT
USED IN WATER GPF MONTHLY WATER GPF MONTHLY MONTHLY INCREASED
1 MONTH BILL BILL INCREASE
0 29.90 - 29.90 31.69 - 31.69 1.79 6.0%
7,000 47.54 6.30 53.84 50.24 6.30 56.54 2.70 5.0%
11,000 57.62 9.90 67.52 60.84 9.90 70.74 3.22 4.8%
28,000 100.46 25.20 125.66 105.89 25.20 131.09 5.43 4.3%
50,000 155.90 45.00 200.90 164.19 45.00 209.19 8.29 4.1%
TABLE FOR MONTHLY CHARGES AND PERCENT INCREASE COMPARISON
FOR SF & MF RESIDENTIAL & IRRIGATION CUSTOMERS WITH A 1-INCH METER
BASE RATE 52.82$
COMMODITY RATE: TIER 1 = 2.65$ FOR 0 - 17,000 GALLONS
TIER 2 = 3.88$ FOR 17,001 - 40,000 GALLONS
TIER 3 = 6.05$ FOR 40,001 - 80,000 GALLONS
TIER 4 = 8.80$ FOR ALL USAGE OVER 80,000 GALLONS
GALLONS CURRENT CURRENT CURRENT PROPOSED PROPOSED PROPOSED TOTAL PERCENT
USED IN WATER GPF MONTHLY WATER GPF MONTHLY MONTHLY INCREASED
1 MONTH BILL BILL INCREASE
0 49.83 - 49.83 52.82 - 52.82 2.99 6.0%
17,000 92.67 15.30 107.97 97.87 15.30 113.17 5.20 4.8%
27,000 127.87 24.30 152.17 136.67 24.30 160.97 8.80 5.8%
38,000 166.59 34.20 200.79 179.35 34.20 213.55 12.76 6.4%
50,000 224.03 45.00 269.03 247.61 45.00 292.61 23.58 8.8%
B-3
TABLE FOR MONTHLY CHARGES AND PERCENT INCREASE COMPARISON
FOR COMMERCIAL CUSTOMERS WITH A 1-INCH METER
BASE RATE 52.82$
COMMODITY RATE: TIER 1 = 2.65$ FOR ALL WATER USAGE
TIER 2 = N/A
TIER 3 = N/A
TIER 4 = N/A
GALLONS CURRENT CURRENT CURRENT PROPOSED PROPOSED PROPOSED TOTAL PERCENT
USED IN WATER GPF MONTHLY WATER GPF MONTHLY MONTHLY INCREASED
1 MONTH BILL BILL INCREASE
0 49.83 - 49.83 52.82 - 52.82 2.99 6.0%
15,000 87.63 13.50 101.13 92.57 13.50 106.07 4.94 4.9%
27,000 117.87 24.30 142.17 124.37 24.30 148.67 6.50 4.6%
38,000 145.59 34.20 179.79 153.52 34.20 187.72 7.93 4.4%
50,000 175.83 45.00 220.83 185.32 45.00 230.32 9.49 4.3%
TABLE FOR MONTHLY CHARGES AND PERCENT INCREASE COMPARISON
FOR IRRIGATION CUSTOMERS WITH A 1.5-INCH METER
BASE RATE 105.64$
COMMODITY RATE: TIER 1 = 2.65$ FOR 0 - 35,000 GALLONS
TIER 2 = 3.88$ FOR 35,001 - 80,000 GALLONS
TIER 3 = 6.05$ FOR 80,001 - 160,000 GALLONS
TIER 4 = 8.80$ FOR ALL USAGE OVER 160,000 GALLONS
GALLONS CURRENT CURRENT CURRENT PROPOSED PROPOSED PROPOSED TOTAL PERCENT
USED IN WATER GPF MONTHLY WATER GPF MONTHLY MONTHLY INCREASED
1 MONTH BILL BILL INCREASE
0 99.66 - 99.66 105.64 - 105.64 5.98 6.0%
38,000 198.42 34.20 232.62 210.03 34.20 244.23 11.61 5.0%
64,000 289.94 57.60 347.54 310.91 57.60 368.51 20.97 6.0%
90,000 396.66 81.00 477.66 433.49 81.00 514.49 36.83 7.7%
125,000 573.06 112.50 685.56 645.24 112.50 757.74 72.18 10.5%
TABLE FOR MONTHLY CHARGES AND PERCENT INCREASE COMPARISON
FOR COMMERCIAL & MULTIFAMILY CUSTOMERS WITH A 1.5-INCH METER
BASE RATE 105.64$
COMMODITY RATE: TIER 1 = 2.65$ FOR ALL WATER USAGE
TIER 2 = N/A
TIER 3 = N/A
TIER 4 = N/A
GALLONS CURRENT CURRENT CURRENT PROPOSED PROPOSED PROPOSED TOTAL PERCENT
USED IN WATER GPF MONTHLY WATER GPF MONTHLY MONTHLY INCREASED
1 MONTH BILL BILL INCREASE
0 99.66 - 99.66 105.64 - 105.64 5.98 6.0%
30,000 175.26 27.00 202.26 185.14 27.00 212.14 9.88 4.9%
64,000 260.94 57.60 318.54 275.24 57.60 332.84 14.30 4.5%
90,000 326.46 81.00 407.46 344.14 81.00 425.14 17.68 4.3%
125,000 414.66 112.50 527.16 436.89 112.50 549.39 22.23 4.2%
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TABLE FOR MONTHLY CHARGES AND PERCENT INCREASE COMPARISON
FOR IRRIGATION CUSTOMERS WITH A 2-INCH METER
BASE RATE 169.03$
COMMODITY RATE: TIER 1 = 2.65$ FOR 0 - 56,000 GALLONS
TIER 2 = 3.88$ FOR 56,001 - 128,000 GALLONS
TIER 3 = 6.05$ FOR 128,001 - 256,000 GALLONS
TIER 4 = 8.80$ FOR ALL USAGE OVER 256,000 GALLONS
GALLONS CURRENT CURRENT CURRENT PROPOSED PROPOSED PROPOSED TOTAL PERCENT
USED IN WATER GPF MONTHLY WATER GPF MONTHLY MONTHLY INCREASED
1 MONTH BILL BILL INCREASE
0 159.46 - 159.46 169.03 - 169.03 9.57 6.0%
57,000 304.10 51.30 355.40 321.31 51.30 372.61 17.21 4.8%
130,000 564.10 117.00 681.10 608.89 117.00 725.89 44.79 6.6%
250,000 1,168.90 225.00 1,393.90 1,334.89 225.00 1,559.89 165.99 11.9%
325,000 1,684.90 292.50 1,977.40 1,978.39 292.50 2,270.89 293.49 14.8%
TABLE FOR MONTHLY CHARGES AND PERCENT INCREASE COMPARISON
FOR COMMERCIAL & MULTIFAMILY CUSTOMERS WITH A 2-INCH METER
BASE RATE 169.03$
COMMODITY RATE: TIER 1 = 2.65$ FOR ALL WATER USAGE
TIER 2 = N/A
TIER 3 = N/A
TIER 4 = N/A
GALLONS CURRENT CURRENT CURRENT PROPOSED PROPOSED PROPOSED TOTAL PERCENT
USED IN WATER GPF MONTHLY WATER GPF MONTHLY MONTHLY INCREASED
1 MONTH BILL BILL INCREASE
0 159.46 - 159.46 169.03 - 169.03 9.57 6.0%
57,000 303.10 51.30 354.40 320.08 51.30 371.38 16.98 4.8%
128,000 482.02 115.20 597.22 508.23 115.20 623.43 26.21 4.4%
250,000 789.46 225.00 1,014.46 831.53 225.00 1,056.53 42.07 4.1%
325,000 978.46 292.50 1,270.96 1,030.28 292.50 1,322.78 51.82 4.1%
TABLE FOR MONTHLY CHARGES AND PERCENT INCREASE COMPARISON
FOR IRRIGATION CUSTOMERS WITH A 3-INCH METER
BASE RATE 338.03$
COMMODITY RATE: TIER 1 = 2.65$ FOR 0 - 112,000 GALLONS
TIER 2 = 3.88$ FOR 112,001 - 256,000 GALLONS
TIER 3 = 6.05$ FOR 256,001 - 512,000 GALLONS
TIER 4 = 8.80$ FOR ALL USAGE OVER 512,000 GALLONS
GALLONS CURRENT CURRENT CURRENT PROPOSED PROPOSED PROPOSED TOTAL PERCENT
USED IN WATER GPF MONTHLY WATER GPF MONTHLY MONTHLY INCREASED
1 MONTH BILL BILL INCREASE
0 318.90 - 318.90 338.03 - 338.03 19.13 6.0%
50,000 444.90 45.00 489.90 470.53 45.00 515.53 25.63 5.2%
150,000 734.90 135.00 869.90 782.27 135.00 917.27 47.37 5.4%
300,000 1,329.78 270.00 1,599.78 1,459.75 270.00 1,729.75 129.97 8.1%
500,000 2,337.78 450.00 2,787.78 2,669.75 450.00 3,119.75 331.97 11.9%
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TABLE FOR MONTHLY CHARGES AND PERCENT INCREASE COMPARISON
FOR COMMERCIAL & MULTIFAMILY CUSTOMERS WITH A 3-INCH METER
BASE RATE 338.03$
COMMODITY RATE: TIER 1 = 2.65$ FOR ALL WATER USAGE
TIER 2 = N/A
TIER 3 = N/A
TIER 4 = N/A
GALLONS CURRENT CURRENT CURRENT PROPOSED PROPOSED PROPOSED TOTAL PERCENT
USED IN WATER GPF MONTHLY WATER GPF MONTHLY MONTHLY INCREASED
1 MONTH BILL BILL INCREASE
0 318.90 - 318.90 338.03 - 338.03 19.13 6.0%
50,000 444.90 45.00 489.90 470.53 45.00 515.53 25.63 5.2%
150,000 696.90 135.00 831.90 735.53 135.00 870.53 38.63 4.6%
300,000 1,074.90 270.00 1,344.90 1,133.03 270.00 1,403.03 58.13 4.3%
500,000 1,578.90 450.00 2,028.90 1,663.03 450.00 2,113.03 84.13 4.1%
TABLE FOR MONTHLY CHARGES AND PERCENT INCREASE COMPARISON
FOR IRRIGATION CUSTOMERS WITH A 4-INCH METER
BASE RATE 528.19$
COMMODITY RATE: TIER 1 = 2.65$ FOR 0 - 175,000 GALLONS
TIER 2 = 3.88$ FOR 175,001 - 400,000 GALLONS
TIER 3 = 6.05$ FOR 400,001 - 800,000 GALLONS
TIER 4 = 8.80$ FOR ALL USAGE OVER 800,000 GALLONS
GALLONS CURRENT CURRENT CURRENT PROPOSED PROPOSED PROPOSED TOTAL PERCENT
USED IN WATER GPF MONTHLY WATER GPF MONTHLY MONTHLY INCREASED
1 MONTH BILL BILL INCREASE
0 498.29 - 498.29 528.19 - 528.19 29.90 6.0%
300,000 1,379.29 270.00 1,649.29 1,476.94 270.00 1,746.94 97.65 5.9%
550,000 2,487.29 495.00 2,982.29 2,772.44 495.00 3,267.44 285.15 9.6%
700,000 3,243.29 630.00 3,873.29 3,679.94 630.00 4,309.94 436.65 11.3%
850,000 4,099.29 765.00 4,864.29 4,724.94 765.00 5,489.94 625.65 12.9%
TABLE FOR MONTHLY CHARGES AND PERCENT INCREASE COMPARISON
FOR COMMERCIAL & MULTIFAMILY CUSTOMERS WITH A 4-INCH METER
BASE RATE 528.19$
COMMODITY RATE: TIER 1 = 2.65$ FOR ALL WATER USAGE
TIER 2 = N/A
TIER 3 = N/A
TIER 4 = N/A
GALLONS CURRENT CURRENT CURRENT PROPOSED PROPOSED PROPOSED TOTAL PERCENT
USED IN WATER GPF MONTHLY WATER GPF MONTHLY MONTHLY INCREASED
1 MONTH BILL BILL INCREASE
0 498.29 - 498.29 528.19 - 528.19 29.90 6.0%
300,000 1,254.29 270.00 1,524.29 1,323.19 270.00 1,593.19 68.90 4.5%
550,000 1,884.29 495.00 2,379.29 1,985.69 495.00 2,480.69 101.40 4.3%
700,000 2,262.29 630.00 2,892.29 2,383.19 630.00 3,013.19 120.90 4.2%
850,000 2,640.29 765.00 3,405.29 2,780.69 765.00 3,545.69 140.40 4.1%
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TABLE FOR MONTHLY CHARGES AND PERCENT INCREASE COMPARISON
FOR RESIDENTIAL & IRRIGATION CUSTOMERS WITH A 6-INCH METER
BASE RATE 1,056.37$
COMMODITY RATE: TIER 1 = 2.65$ FOR 0 - 860,000 GALLONS
TIER 2 = 3.88$ FOR 860,001 - 2,000,000 GALLONS
TIER 3 = 6.05$ FOR 2,000,001 - 3,500,000 GALLONS
TIER 4 = 8.80$ FOR ALL USAGE OVER 3,500,000 GALLONS
GALLONS CURRENT CURRENT CURRENT PROPOSED PROPOSED PROPOSED TOTAL PERCENT
USED IN WATER GPF MONTHLY WATER GPF MONTHLY MONTHLY INCREASED
1 MONTH BILL BILL INCREASE
0 996.58 - 996.58 1,056.37 - 1,056.37 59.79 6.0%
425,000 2,067.58 382.50 2,450.08 2,182.62 382.50 2,565.12 115.04 4.7%
1,000,000 3,656.58 900.00 4,556.58 3,878.57 900.00 4,778.57 221.99 4.9%
1,500,000 5,416.58 1,350.00 6,766.58 5,818.57 1,350.00 7,168.57 401.99 5.9%
2,000,000 7,176.58 1,800.00 8,976.58 7,758.57 1,800.00 9,558.57 581.99 6.5%
TABLE FOR MONTHLY CHARGES AND PERCENT INCREASE COMPARISON
FOR COMMERCIAL & MULTIFAMILY CUSTOMERS WITH A 6-INCH METER
BASE RATE 1,056.37$
COMMODITY RATE: TIER 1 = 2.65$ FOR ALL WATER USAGE
TIER 2 = N/A
TIER 3 = N/A
TIER 4 = N/A
GALLONS CURRENT CURRENT CURRENT PROPOSED PROPOSED PROPOSED TOTAL PERCENT
USED IN WATER GPF MONTHLY WATER GPF MONTHLY MONTHLY INCREASED
1 MONTH BILL BILL INCREASE
0 996.58 - 996.58 1,056.37 - 1,056.37 59.79 6.0%
425,000 2,067.58 382.50 2,450.08 2,182.62 382.50 2,565.12 115.04 4.7%
1,000,000 3,516.58 900.00 4,416.58 3,706.37 900.00 4,606.37 189.79 4.3%
1,500,000 4,776.58 1,350.00 6,126.58 5,031.37 1,350.00 6,381.37 254.79 4.2%
2,000,000 6,036.58 1,800.00 7,836.58 6,356.37 1,800.00 8,156.37 319.79 4.1%
TABLE FOR MONTHLY CHARGES AND PERCENT INCREASE COMPARISON
FOR CUSTOMERS WITH A 8-INCH METER
BASE RATE 1,690.20$
COMMODITY RATE: TIER 1 = 2.65$ FOR 0 - 860,000 GALLONS
TIER 2 = 3.88$ FOR 860,001 - 2,000,000 GALLONS
TIER 3 = 6.05$ FOR 2,000,001 - 3,500,000 GALLONS
TIER 4 = 8.80$ FOR ALL USAGE OVER 3,500,000 GALLONS
GALLONS CURRENT CURRENT CURRENT PROPOSED PROPOSED PROPOSED TOTAL PERCENT
USED IN WATER GPF MONTHLY WATER GPF MONTHLY MONTHLY INCREASED
1 MONTH BILL BILL INCREASE
0 1,594.53 - 1,594.53 1,690.20 - 1,690.20 95.67 6.0%
425,000 2,665.53 382.50 3,048.03 2,816.45 382.50 3,198.95 150.92 5.0%
1,000,000 4,254.53 900.00 5,154.53 4,512.40 900.00 5,412.40 257.87 5.0%
1,500,000 6,014.53 1,350.00 7,364.53 6,452.40 1,350.00 7,802.40 437.87 5.9%
2,000,000 7,774.53 1,800.00 9,574.53 8,392.40 1,800.00 10,192.40 617.87 6.5%
(There are no active 8-inch potable meters in the OVWU system)
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TABLE FOR MONTHLY CHARGES AND PERCENT INCREASE COMPARISON
FOR COMMERCIAL AND MULTIFAMILY CUSTOMERS WITH A 8-INCH METER
BASE RATE 1,690.20$
COMMODITY RATE: TIER 1 = 2.65$ FOR ALL WATER USAGE
TIER 2 = N/A
TIER 3 = N/A
TIER 4 = N/A
GALLONS CURRENT CURRENT CURRENT PROPOSED PROPOSED PROPOSED TOTAL PERCENT
USED IN WATER GPF MONTHLY WATER GPF MONTHLY MONTHLY INCREASED
1 MONTH BILL BILL INCREASE
0 1,594.53 - 1,594.53 1,690.20 - 1,690.20 95.67 6.0%
425,000 2,665.53 382.50 3,048.03 2,816.45 382.50 3,198.95 150.92 5.0%
1,000,000 4,114.53 900.00 5,014.53 4,340.20 900.00 5,240.20 225.67 4.5%
1,500,000 5,374.53 1,350.00 6,724.53 5,665.20 1,350.00 7,015.20 290.67 4.3%
2,000,000 6,634.53 1,800.00 8,434.53 6,990.20 1,800.00 8,790.20 355.67 4.2%
(There are no active 8-inch potable meters in the OVWU system)
TABLE FOR MONTHLY CHARGES AND PERCENT INCREASE COMPARISON
FOR CUSTOMERS WITH A 1.5-INCH METER - RECLAIMED WATER USE
BASE RATE 73.08$
COMMODITY RATE: TIER 1 = 2.35$ FOR ALL WATER USAGE
TIER 2 = N/A
TIER 3 =N/A
TIER 4 = N/A
GALLONS CURRENT CURRENT CURRENT PROPOSED PROPOSED PROPOSED TOTAL PERCENT
USED IN WATER GPF MONTHLY WATER GPF MONTHLY MONTHLY INCREASED
1 MONTH BILL BILL INCREASE
0 73.08 - 73.08 73.08 - 73.08 0.00 0.0%
50,000 185.58 23.50 209.08 190.58 23.50 214.08 5.00 2.4%
135,000 376.83 63.45 440.28 390.33 63.45 453.78 13.50 3.1%
200,000 523.08 94.00 617.08 543.08 94.00 637.08 20.00 3.2%
250,000 635.58 117.50 753.08 660.58 117.50 778.08 25.00 3.3%
TABLE FOR MONTHLY CHARGES AND PERCENT INCREASE COMPARISON
FOR CUSTOMERS WITH A 2-INCH METER - RECLAIMED WATER USE
BASE RATE 116.94$
COMMODITY RATE: TIER 1 = 2.35$ FOR ALL WATER USAGE
TIER 2 = N/A
TIER 3 =N/A
TIER 4 = N/A
GALLONS CURRENT CURRENT CURRENT PROPOSED PROPOSED PROPOSED TOTAL PERCENT
USED IN WATER GPF MONTHLY WATER GPF MONTHLY MONTHLY INCREASED
1 MONTH BILL BILL INCREASE
0 116.94 - 116.94 116.94 - 116.94 0.00 0.0%
150,000 454.44 70.50 524.94 469.44 70.50 539.94 15.00 2.9%
240,000 656.94 112.80 769.74 680.94 112.80 793.74 24.00 3.1%
450,000 1,129.44 211.50 1,340.94 1,174.44 211.50 1,385.94 45.00 3.4%
600,000 1,466.94 282.00 1,748.94 1,526.94 282.00 1,808.94 60.00 3.4%
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TABLE FOR MONTHLY CHARGES AND PERCENT INCREASE COMPARISON
FOR CUSTOMERS WITH A 3-INCH METER - RECLAIMED WATER USE
BASE RATE 233.86$
COMMODITY RATE: TIER 1 = 2.35$ FOR ALL WATER USAGE
TIER 2 = N/A
TIER 3 =N/A
TIER 4 = N/A
GALLONS CURRENT CURRENT CURRENT PROPOSED PROPOSED PROPOSED TOTAL PERCENT
USED IN WATER GPF MONTHLY WATER GPF MONTHLY MONTHLY INCREASED
1 MONTH BILL BILL INCREASE
0 233.86 - 233.86 233.86 - 233.86 0.00 0.0%
20,000 278.86 9.40 288.26 280.86 9.40 290.26 2.00 0.7%
80,000 413.86 37.60 451.46 421.86 37.60 459.46 8.00 1.8%
100,000 458.86 47.00 505.86 468.86 47.00 515.86 10.00 2.0%
150,000 571.36 70.50 641.86 586.36 70.50 656.86 15.00 2.3%
TABLE FOR MONTHLY CHARGES AND PERCENT INCREASE COMPARISON
FOR CUSTOMERS WITH A 4-INCH METER - RECLAIMED WATER USE
BASE RATE 365.41$
COMMODITY RATE: TIER 1 = 2.35$ FOR ALL WATER USAGE
TIER 2 = N/A
TIER 3 =N/A
TIER 4 = N/A
GALLONS CURRENT CURRENT CURRENT PROPOSED PROPOSED PROPOSED TOTAL PERCENT
USED IN WATER GPF MONTHLY WATER GPF MONTHLY MONTHLY INCREASED
1 MONTH BILL BILL INCREASE
0 365.41 - 365.41 365.41 - 365.41 0.00 0.0%
220,000 860.41 103.40 963.81 882.41 103.40 985.81 22.00 2.3%
300,000 1,040.41 141.00 1,181.41 1,070.41 141.00 1,211.41 30.00 2.5%
450,000 1,377.91 211.50 1,589.41 1,422.91 211.50 1,634.41 45.00 2.8%
600,000 1,715.41 282.00 1,997.41 1,775.41 282.00 2,057.41 60.00 3.0%
TABLE FOR MONTHLY CHARGES AND PERCENT INCREASE COMPARISON
FOR CUSTOMERS WITH A 6-INCH METER - RECLAIMED WATER USE
BASE RATE 730.83$
COMMODITY RATE: TIER 1 = 2.35$ FOR ALL WATER USAGE
TIER 2 = N/A
TIER 3 =N/A
TIER 4 = N/A
GALLONS CURRENT CURRENT CURRENT PROPOSED PROPOSED PROPOSED TOTAL PERCENT
USED IN WATER GPF MONTHLY WATER GPF MONTHLY MONTHLY INCREASED
1 MONTH BILL BILL INCREASE
0 730.83 - 730.83 730.83 - 730.83 0.00 0.0%
900,000 2,755.83 423.00 3,178.83 2,845.83 423.00 3,268.83 90.00 2.8%
5,000,000 11,980.83 2,350.00 14,330.83 12,480.83 2,350.00 14,830.83 500.00 3.5%
10,000,000 23,230.83 4,700.00 27,930.83 24,230.83 4,700.00 28,930.83 1,000.00 3.6%
15,000,000 34,480.83 7,050.00 41,530.83 35,980.83 7,050.00 43,030.83 1,500.00 3.6%
20,000,000 45,730.83 9,400.00 55,130.83 47,730.83 9,400.00 57,130.83 2,000.00 3.6%
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APPENDIX C
5-Year Capital Improvement Schedules
C-1 Operating Fund
C-2 Groundwater Preservation Fee
C-3 Water Resource and System Development Impact Fee Fund
C-1
C-2
C-3
APPENDIX D
Assumptions for Proposed Financial Scenario
D-1 Operating Fund
D-4 Water Resource and System Development Impact Fee Fund
PROPOSED FINANCIAL SCENARIO
ASSUMPTIONS FOR THE WATER UTILITY’S
OPERATING FUND
The Operating Fund is the primary fund for the Water Utility. The sources of revenue are water sales, service
related charges and Groundwater Preservation Fees (GPF). Expenses for administration, operations, existing
system improvements and debt service are accounted for i n this fund.
Beginning Cash Balance
The beginning cash balance is estimated based on budgeted revenues, expenses and known cost over runs for
FY 2022/23. Actual cash balances on the 6/30/22 balance sheet are added to budgeted revenues, less budgeted
expenses and known unbudgeted expenses.
Cash Reserve Requirement
Mayor and Town Council Water Policies require the Utility to maintain cash reserves in the Operating Fund of
not less than 20% of the combined total of the annual budgeted amounts for personnel, O&M and debt service.
This specifically excludes expenses for capital projects, depreciation, amortization and contingency.
Growth Projections
New Development growth projections for FY 2023-24 through FY 2027-28 were based on data provided by the
Town’s New Development Permitting Manager and were updated with information from the Town’s Finance
Department to be consistent with the Town’s financial forecasting.
Connections FY 23-24 FY 24-24 FY 25-26 FY 26-27 FY 27-28
Single Family Residential 119 138 197 210 133
Irrigation 3 3 3 3 3
Water Sales and Water Use Consumption Trends
The average monthly water consumption for a residential customer with a 5/8 -inch water meter in FY 2021-22
was 7,100 gallons per month. To account for the overall average continued decline in water consumption, this
analysis assumes 7,000 gallons per month. Projected reclaimed deliveries are based on Water Utility Director
estimates.
Service Related Revenues
Service related revenues are based on the proposed FY 2023-24 budget. Service related revenues include billing
for sewer fees on behalf of Pima County Wastewater and the Town’s Storm Water Department. Additionally,
other service related revenues include: late fees, reconnect fees, new service establishment fees, backflow
permitting fees, engineering plan review fees and construction inspection fees.
Groundwater Preservation Fees (GPF)
GPF revenues are based on the water consumption for FY 2021-22. The GPF funds are dedicated to pay for
water resources other than groundwater as it relates to debt service, capital costs, CAP delivery costs and
water wheeling.
D-1
PROPOSED FINANCIAL SCENARIO
ASSUMPTIONS FOR THE WATER UTILITY’S
OPERATING FUND (continued
Interest Income
Interest rates are projected at 2% annually over the 5-year pro-forma. The projected interest rate was
provided by the Town’s Finance Department.
Personnel
No new employees were added during the projection period. Annual merit increases are projected to be 3%
annually and health care costs are projected to increase by 5% annually. It is projected that the Arizona State
Retirement System (ASRS) contribution is projected to increase 1% annually over the five-year projection
period.
Inflation Rates
Inflation rates are projected at 5% annually over the 5-year pro-forma. The projected inflation rate was
provided by the Town’s Finance Department.
O&M Potable Expenses
These expenses are based on the Water Utility’s proposed budget for FY 2022 -23 plus 5% inflation.
O&M CAP Wheeling Expenses - Potable
This expense includes the fees charged by Tucson Water to wheel the Town’s CAP water through their recharge
and recovery system in accordance with an IGA. The increases are projected to be 5% annually over the 5-year
pro-forma. It is also assumed that the Utility will wheel 2,850 AF annually.
O&M CAP Recharge Expenses - Potable
This expense is based on the rate schedule adopted by CAP 6/2/22. The figures represent the annual expense
to deliver the Utility’s entire allotment of CAP water (10,305 AF) for recharge.
O&M Reclaimed Expenses
Pursuant to the existing IGA, the reclaimed water is delivered on a non -interruptible basis at an interruptible
rate. Inflationary increases of 5% are included annually.
The Town delivers more reclaimed water than it is entitled to. To cover this shortfall a cost to purchase
additional reclaimed water from Tucson Water has been in cluded annually.
Additionally, the O&M expenses include allocations for personnel, administrative costs and fleet service costs.
The reclaimed cost allocation model was used to allocate these costs using a variety of methodologies.
O&M CAP Capital Expenses
This expense is paid for from the GPF funds and is based on 7,305 AF per the rate schedule adopted by CAP
6/2/22.
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PROPOSED FINANCIAL SCENARIO
ASSUMPTIONS FOR THE WATER UTILITY’S
OPERATING FUND (continued
Capital Improvement Program (CIP) – Existing System Improvements
The capital costs associated with the Existing System Improvements CIP are primarily to ensure continued
water systems reliability and efficiency. These costs are determined as part of an annual re view of the water
system. $7.7 million in capital costs for existing system improvements are included in the 5 year projection
period.
Capital Improvement Program (CIP) – NWRRDS
A portion of the capital costs associated with the NWRRDS CIP are paid for by GPF funds. The NWRRDS CAP
delivery system will be capable of delivering up to an additional 4,000 acre feet per year of CAP water into Oro
Valley’s water service area. The 5 year pro-forma is based on Engineering cost estimates.
Debt Service
The following table identifies the existing debt service included in this pro forma:
Bonds Type Description Amortization Schedule By
2014 Sr. Lien AMI Project WIFA
2015 Excise Tax Refunding (2005) Stifel & Nicolaus & Co.
2017 Excise Tax Refunding (2007) Stifel & Nicolaus & Co.
2018 Excise Tax Existing System CIP Stifel & Nicolaus & Co.
2021 Sr. Lien Refunding (WIFA & 2012) Stifel & Nicolaus & Co.
Minimum Debt Service Coverage Requirement
1.30 debt service coverage ratio for Sr. Lien Bonds & all WIFA Loans
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PROPOSED FINANCIAL SCENARIO
ASSUMPTIONS FOR THE WATER UTILITY’S
WATER RESOURCE AND SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEE (WRSDIF) FUND
The WRSDIF fund accounts for development impact fees that are collected at the time a new water meter is purchased.
This impact fee is intended to fund costs for water resources, the infrastructure to deliver those resources and any
related debt including CAP capital infrastructure repayment related to new development.
Beginning Cash Balance
Beginning cash balance is estimated based on budgeted revenues, expenses and known cost over runs for FY
2022-23. Actual cash balances on the 6/30/22 balance sheet is added to budgeted revenues, less budgeted
expenses.
Growth Projections
New Development growth projections for FY 2024-25 through FY 2027-28 were based on data provided by the
Town’s New Development Permitting Manager and were updated with information from the Town’s Finance
Department to be consistent with the Town’s financial forecasting.
Service Units FY 23-24 FY 24-25 FY 25-26 FY 26-27 FY 27-28
Single Family Residential SU’s 119 138 197 210 133
Other SU’s 7.5 7.5 7.5 7.5 7.5
Interest Income
Interest rates are projected at 2% annually over the 5-year pro-forma.
O&M CAP Capital Expenses
This expense is based on 3,000 AF per the rate schedule adopted by CAP on 6/2/22.
Capital Improvement Program (CIP) – NWRRDS
A portion of the capital costs associated with the NWRRDS CIP are paid for by the WRSDIF Impact fees. The
NWRRDS CAP delivery system will be capable of delivering up to an additional 4,000 acre feet per year of CAP
water into Oro Valley’s water service area. The 5 year pro-forma is based on Engineering cost estimates.
Debt Service
The following table identifies the existing debt service included in this pro forma:
Bonds Type Description Amortization Schedule By
2021 Sr. Lien Refunding (WIFA & 2012) Stifel & Nicolaus & Co.
Debt Service Coverage
1.30 debt service coverage ratio for Sr. Lien Bonds
D-4
APPENDIX E
Development Impact Fee Schedule
E-1 Water Resource and System Development Impact Fees
Town Council Regular Session C.
Meeting Date:03/01/2023
Requested by: Jon Hawbaker Submitted By:Jon Hawbaker, Public Works
Department:Public Works
SUBJECT:
Resolution No. (R)23-07, authorizing and approving the Town of Oro Valley Public Works Transit Division Title VI
Plan update
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The Town of Oro Valley Transit Division Title VI format and Limited English Proficiency Plan (Title VI Plan) have
been updated as requested by the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) Civil Rights Compliance Office.
The Title VI plan is required to be approved by Town Council every two years regardless of plan changes. These
updates to the Title VI plan include: management structure, contact information, updated activities and information
undertaken to communicate with the public and the Limited English Proficiency Plan (LEPP), including the Town
of Oro Valley demographic data and the nature and importance of transit services.
It is important to note that FTA certification requires an agency to develop a LEPP if a population group that
speaks English less than very well exceeds 5% of the total households. Based on the demographics, Oro Valley
Sun Shuttle is not required to develop a LEPP. However, Oro Valley Sun Shuttle will make all attempts
to accommodate language access needs of residents. In addition, the Town will continue to monitor and assess
the demographics of LEPP residents.
BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION:
The Town of Oro Valley Transit Division provides transportation to constituents who reside within the greater Oro
Valley area, as designated by the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA). This service is primarily funded by the
RTA and a voter-approved Pima County sales tax. In addition, the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), through
the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT), assists the Town in obtaining para-transit vehicles. With
federal grant funding, the FTA, through ADOT, pays for 80% of the cost to obtain replacement vehicles for the
Town fleet. To obtain these federal grants, the Town of Oro Valley Transit Division is required to update the Town
of Oro Valley Council-approved Title VI non-discrimination plan. Included within this plan is a requirement to
develop a Limited English Proficiency Plan (LEPP).
This Title VI Plan complies with the template that is mandated by ADOT. Updates include: 1) management
structure of the Transit department, 2) contact information for the City of Tucson Title VI coordinator, 3) updated
information on the Discrimination Complaint Form – Spanish under La Seccion II., 4) updated initiatives and
activities taken to engage the public in decision making, marketing and outreach, 5) added surveys, pamphlets
and flyers used to communicate with passengers and potential passengers, 6) updated demographics of limited
English speaking households and actions taken to ensure these households are aware of the transit service
provided.
This Title VI Plan has been conditionally approved by ADOT, pending approval of the Town of Oro Valley Mayor
and Council. The Town of Oro Valley Transit Division is submitting a grant request through ADOT to replace
seven (7) 14-passenger para-transit buses and minivans with lifts and ramps due to the age of the buses, which
are (7) years old and are approaching 200,000 miles. These vehicles will exceed federal guidelines for the useful
life of these types of para-transit buses, which is 7 years old or has reached 200,000 miles. If the Title VI plan is
not approved, the Town of Oro Valley Transit Division will not be eligible for this grant. The ADOT Civil Rights
Compliance office initiated a request to update this plan. The format changes and LEPP updates are indicated by
bold face text on pages 3, 7, 10, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 19, 20, 22, 23, and 24. The last update to the Town of Oro
Valley Public Works Transit Division Title VI Plan was approved by Town Council on April 23, 2021.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Adopting this resolution will have no fiscal impact. Should the Transit Services Division be successful in their
annual request for funding, the Town will need to provide a 20% local match for the requested grant elements.
This funding is requested annually through the Town of Oro Valley budget process.
SUGGESTED MOTION:
I MOVE to (approve/deny) Resolution No. (R)23-07, authorizing and approving the Town of Oro Valley Transit
Division Title VI update.
or
I MOVE to …
Attachments
(R)23-07 Resolution Transit Division Title VI
Title Vi Plan
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Town of Oro Valley Attorney’s Office/ca/022510
RESOLUTION NO. (R)23-07
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF
ORO VALLEY, ARIZONA, ADOPTING THE TOWN OF ORO VALLEY
TRANSIT SERVICES DIVISION TITLE VI PLAN; AND DIRECTING
THE TOWN MANAGER, TOWN CLERK, TOWN LEGAL SERVICES
DIRECTOR, OR THEIR DULY AUTHORIZED OFFICERS AND
AGENTS, TO TAKE ALL STEPS NECESSARY TO CARRY OUT THE
PURPOSES AND INTENT OF THIS RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 states that no person in the United States
shall be denied benefits or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving
Federal financial assistance; and
WHEREAS, both the Federal Transportation Administration and Arizona Department of
Transportation require that any entity requesting funds for transit services adopt a Title VI Plan;
and
WHEREAS, although the Title VI Plan is in place in the Transit Services Division, the Plan
requires necessary updates requested by the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT)
Civil Rights Compliance Office including updates to management structure, contact information,
updated activities and information undertaken to communicate with the public and the Limited
English Proficiency Plan (LEPP) including the Town of Oro Valley demographic data and the
nature and importance of transit services; and
WHEREAS, the updated plan will repeal and replace the Title VI policy that was adopted on
April 21, 2021, by Resolution No.: 21-11; and
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the Town to adopt the Town of Oro Valley Transit
Services Division Title VI Plan, attached hereto as Exhibit “A” and incorporated herein by this
reference.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Town of Oro
Valley, Arizona, that:
SECTION 1. The Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division Title VI Plan,
attached hereto as Exhibit “A”, is hereby adopted.
SECTION 2. The Mayor and any other administrative officials of the Town of
Oro Valley are hereby authorized to take such steps as are necessary to execute
and implement the terms of the Plan.
SECTION 3. That the Town Manager, Town Clerk, Town Legal Services
Director, or their duly authorized officers and agents are hereby authorized and
directed to take all steps necessary to carry out the purposes and intent of this
resolution.
SECTION 4. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of the
resolution or any part of the Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division Title
VI Plan adopted herein is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by
the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect
the validity of the remaining portions thereof.
SECTION 5. All Oro Valley resolutions or motions and parts of resolutions or
motions of the Council in conflict with the provisions of this Resolution are
hereby repealed
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Mayor and Town Council of the Town of Oro Valley,
Arizona, this 1st day of March, 2023
TOWN OF ORO VALLEY
Joseph C. Winfield, Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Michael Standish, Town Clerk Tobin Sidles, Legal Services Director
Date Date
Exhibit “A”
Last Updated: Jan-23
Title VI Plan
Town of Oro Valley Transit Services
Division
2023
Title VI Contact: Aimee Ramsey, Title VI Coordinator
Title VI Contact Phone: (520) 229-4874
Title VI Contact Email: ARamsey@OroValleyAZ.Gov
Alternate Language Phone: (520)229-4990
Address: 11000 N LaCanada Dr, Oro Valley, AZ 85737
Web Address https://www.orovalleyaz.gov/Government/Departments/Public-
Works/Services/Need-a-ride
Para Información en Español: Aimee Ramsey, (520) 229-4990.
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Title VI Plan Table of Contents
Title VI Plan Cover Page ......................................................................................................................... 1
Title VI Plan Table of Contents .............................................................................................................. 2
Executive Summary ............................................................................................................................... 3
Non Discrimination Notice to the Public............................................................................................... 4
Non Discrimination Notice to the Public - Spanish ............................................................................... 5
Non Discrimination ADA/Title VI Complaint Procedures ..................................................................... 6
Discrimination ADA/Title VI Complaint Form - English ........................................................................ 8
Discrimination ADA/Title VI Complaint Form - Spanish ..................................................................... 10
Discrimination ADA/Title VI Investigations, Complaints, and Lawsuits ............................................ 12
Public Participation Plan ...................................................................................................................... 13
Limited English Proficiency Plan .......................................................................................................... 19
Non-elected Committees Membership Table ..................................................................................... 26
Monitoring for Subrecipient Title VI Compliance ............................................................................... 27
Title VI Equity Analysis ........................................................................................................................ 28
Fixed Route Transit Provider Analysis................................................................................................. 29
Board Approval for the Title VI Plan ................................................................................................... 30
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Executive Summary
The Town of Oro Valley Sun Shuttle Dial-a-Ride provides regional transportation service to seniors
age 65 and over and disabled passengers that qualify for service under the Americans with Disabilities
Act. This service is provided as part of the Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) transit system.
Funds from 5310 grants are used to obtain vehicles and mobility management projects. The first
vehicles obtained through the 5310 program were in 2009. Oro Valley Dial-a-Ride employs 50 drivers,
three dispatchers, two transit specialists and one reservation agent. One Transit Administrator and
Two Transit Crew Leaders supervise and manage these personnel. The administrator and leaders
are supervised and managed by the Assistant Director of the Town of Oro Valley Public Works
department.
What type of program fund(s) did you apply for?
☒ 5310
☐ 5311
☒ Other (please explain) 5307 as a Subrecipient of the City of Tucson
Type of Funding Requests? (Check all that apply)
☒ Vehicle Funds
☐ Operating Funds
☒ Other (please) Other Capital for Lift Preventative Maintenance and In-Vehicle Cameras
Is your agency a direct recipient of FTA funds?
☐Yes
☒No
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Non Discrimination Notice to the Public
Notifying the Public of Rights Under Title VI and ADA
Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division
Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division operates its programs and services without regard
to race, color, national origin or disability in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964,
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990
(ADA). Any person who believes she or he has been aggrieved by any unlawful discriminatory
practice under Title VI may file a complaint with the Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division.
For more information on the Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division’s civil rights program,
and the procedures to file a complaint, contact Aimee Ramsey, Title VI Coordinator, (520) 229-
4874; email ARamsey@OroValleyAZ.Gov; or visit our administrative office at 11000 N LaCanada
Dr, Oro Valley, AZ 85737. For more information, visit:
https://www.orovalleyaz.gov/Government/Departments/Public-Works/Ride-Options-and-
Transportation-Information.
Complaints may be filed directly with the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) Civil
Rights Office. ATTN: Title VI Program Coordinator 206 S. 17TH Ave MD 155A RM: 183 Phoenix AZ,
85007 or with the Federal Transit Administration (FTA). ATTN: Title VI Program Coordinator, 1200
New Jersey Ave., SE Washington DC 20590.
If information is needed in another language, contact (520)229-4990. *Para información en
Español llame: Aimee Ramsey, (520) 229-4990.
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Non Discrimination Notice to the Public
- Spanish
Aviso Público Sobre los Derechos Bajo el Título VI Y ADA
Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division
Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division (y sus subcontratistas, si cualquiera) asegura cumplir con el
Título VI de la Ley de los Derechos Civiles de 1964, Sección 504 de la Ley de Rehabilitación de 1973 y La
Ley de ciudadanos Americanos con Discapacidades de 1990 (ADA). El nivel y la calidad de servicios de
transporte serán proveídos sin consideración a su raza, color, país de origen, o discapacidad.
Para obtener más información sobre el programa de Derechos Civiles de Town of Oro Valley Transit
Services Division, y los procedimientos para presentar una queja, contacte Aimee Ramsey, Title VI
Coordinator (520) 229-4874; o visite nuestra oficina administrativa en 11000 N LaCanada Dr, Oro Valley,
AZ 85737. Para obtener más información, visite
https://www.orovalleyaz.gov/Government/Departments/Public-Works/Ride-Options-and-
Transportation-Information.
Una queja puede ser presentada con la oficina de Derechos Civiles del Departamento de Transporte de
Arizona (ADOT). Atención: Title VI Program Manager, 206 S. 17th Ave MD 155A Phoenix AZ, 85007 o con
la Administración Federal de Transporte (FTA). Atención: Title VI Coordinator, 1200 New Jersey Ave., SE
Washington DC 20590.
This notice is posted in each vehicle, in the town public administrative offices, in the Transit Services
Division office and online at https://www.orovalleyaz.gov/Government/Departments/Public-
Works/Ride-Options-and-Transportation-Information.
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Non Discrimination ADA/Title VI
Complaint Procedures
These procedures provide guidance for all complaints filed under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964,
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) as
they relate to any program or activity that is administered by Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division
including consultants, contractors and vendors. Intimidation or retaliation as a result of a complaint is
prohibited by law. In addition to these procedures, complainants reserve the right to file a formal
complaint with other State or Federal agencies or to seek private counsel for complaints alleging
discrimination. Every effort will be made to resolve complaints at the lowest possible level.
(1) Any person who believes he and/or she has been discriminated against on the basis of race, color,
national origin, or disability may file a discrimination complaint by completing and submitting the
agency’s Title VI Complaint Form.
(2) Formal complaints must be filed within 180 calendar days of the last date of the alleged act of
discrimination or the date when the alleged discrimination became known to the complainant(s),
or where there has been a continuing course of conduct, the date on which the conduct was
discontinued or the latest instance of the conduct.
(3) Complaints must be in writing and signed by the complainant(s) and must include the
complainant(s) name, address and phone number. The ADA/Title VI contact person will assist the
complainant with documenting the issues if necessary.
(4) Allegations received by fax or e-mail will be acknowledged and processed, once the identity of the
complainant(s) and the intent to proceed with the complaint have been established. For this, the
complainant is required to mail a signed, original copy of the fax or email transmittal for the
complaint to be processed.
(5) Allegations received by telephone will be reduced to writing and provided to the complainant for
confirmation or revision before processing. A complaint form will be forwarded to the
complainant for him/her to complete, sign and return for processing.
(6) Once submitted, the Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division will review the complaint form
to determine jurisdiction. All complaints will receive an acknowledgement letter informing
her/him whether the complaint will be investigated by the Town of Oro Valley Transit Services
Division or submitted to the State or Federal authority for guidance.
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(7) Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division will notify the ADOT Civil Rights Office via telephone
at 602-712-8946 or email at civilrightsoffice@azdot.gov and Davita Mueller, Title VI Coordinator,
City of Tucson (COT) via telephone 520-206-8825 or email at Davita.Mueller@tucsonaz.gov of
ALL discrimination complaints within 72 hours.
(8) Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division has 15 business days to investigate the complaint. If
more information is needed to resolve the case, the Town may contact the complainant. The
complainant has 15 business days from the date of the letter to send requested information to
the investigator assigned to the case. If the investigator is not contacted by the complainant or
does not receive the additional information within 15 business days, the Town can
administratively close the case. A case can be administratively closed also if the complainant no
longer wishes to pursue their case.
(9) After the investigator reviews the complaint, she/he will issue one of two letters to the
complainant: a closure letter or a letter of finding (LOF). A closure letter summarizes the
allegations and states that there was not a Discrimination violation and that the case will be
closed. An LOF summarizes the allegations and the interviews regarding the alleged incident, and
explains whether any disciplinary action, additional training of the staff member or other action
will occur.
(10) A copy of either the closure letter or LOF must be also be submitted to ADOT within 72 hours of
that decision. Letters may be submitted by hardcopy or email.
(11) A complainant dissatisfied with Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division decision may file a
complaint with the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) or the Federal Transit
Administration (FTA) offices of Civil Rights: ADOT: ATTN ADA/Title VI Program Coordinator 206 S.
17TH Ave MD 155A RM: 183 Phoenix AZ, 85007 FTA: Attention Title VI Program Coordinator, East
Building, 5th Floor-TCR 1200 New Jersey Ave., SE Washington DC 20590
(12) A copy of these procedures can be found online at:
https://www.orovalleyaz.gov/Government/Departments/Public-Works/Ride-Options-and-
Transportation-Information.
If information is needed in another language, contact (520)229-4990. *Para información en Español
llame: Aimee Ramsey, (520) 229-4990.
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Discrimination ADA/Title VI Complaint
Form - English
Section I:
Name:
Address:
Telephone (Home): Telephone (Work):
Electronic Mail Address:
Accessible Format Requirements? ☐ Large Print ☐ Audio Tape
☐ TDD ☐ Other
Section II:
Are you filing this complaint on your own behalf? ☐ Yes* ☐ No
*If you answered “yes” to this question, go to Section III.
If not, please supply the name and relationship
of the person for whom you are complaining.
Please explain why you have filed for a third party:
Please confirm that you have obtained the permission of the
aggrieved party if you are filing on behalf of a third party. ☐ Yes ☐ No
Section III:
I believe the discrimination I experienced was based on (check all that apply):
☐ Race ☐ Color ☐ National Origin ☐ Disability
Date of Alleged Discrimination (Month, Day, Year):
Explain as clearly as possible what happened and why you believe you were discriminated
against. Describe all persons who were involved. Include the name and contact information of
the person(s) who discriminated against you (if known) as well as names and contact
information of any witnesses. If more space is needed, please use the back of this form.
Section VI:
Have you previously filed a Discrimination Complaint with this
agency? ☐ Yes ☐ No
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If yes, please provide any reference information regarding your previous complaint.
Section V:
Have you filed this complaint with any other Federal, State, or local agency, or with any Federal
or State court?
☐ Yes ☐ No
If yes, check all that apply:
☐ Federal Agency:
☐ Federal Court: ☐ State Agency:
☐ State Court : ☐ Local Agency:
Please provide information about a contact person at the agency/court where the complaint
was filed.
Name:
Title:
Agency:
Address:
Telephone:
Section VI:
Name of agency complaint is against:
Name of person complaint is against:
Title:
Location:
Telephone Number (if available):
You may attach any written materials or other information that you think is relevant to your complaint.
If information is needed in another language, contact (520)229-4990. *Para información en Español
llame: Aimee Ramsey, (520) 229-4990.
Your signature and date are required below:
Signature Date
Please submit this form in person at the address below, or mail this form to:
Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division
Aimee Ramsey, Title VI Coordinator
11000 N LaCanada Dr, Oro Valley, AZ 85737
(520) 229-4874
ARamsey@OroValleyAZ.Gov
A copy of this form can be found online at
https://www.orovalleyaz.gov/Government/Departments/Public-Works/Ride-Options-and-
Transportation-Information.
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Discrimination ADA/Title VI Complaint Form - Spanish
Formulario de reclamación de discriminación
La Seccion I:
El Nombre:
La Direccion:
Teléfono (casa): Teléfono (trabajo):
Dirección de correo electrónico
Requisitos de formato accesible? ☐Impresión
grande
☐Cinta de audio
☐ TDD ☐ Otro
La Seccion II:
Está presentando esta queja en su propio nombre? ☐Si* ☐No
* Si contestó "sí" a esta pregunta, vaya a la sección III.
Si no, por favor suministre el nombre y la
relación de la persona para la cual usted se
está quejando.
Por favor explique por qué ha presentado una tercera parte:
Por favor confirme que usted ha obtenido el permiso de la parte
agraviada de si usted está presentando en nombre de una tercera persona
☐Si
☐No
La Seccion III:
Creo que la discriminación que experimenté se basó en (marque todos los que
apliquen):
☐ Raza ☐ Color ☐Origen Nacional ☐ Discapacidad
Fecha de presunta discriminación (mes, día, año):
Explique lo más claramente posible lo que pasó y por qué cree que fue
discriminado. Describir a todas las personas que participaron. Incluya el nombre y la
información de contacto de la persona (s) que discrimina contra usted (si se conoce),
así como los nombres y la información de contacto de los testigos. Si necesita más
espacio, por favor use la parte posterior de este formulario.
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La Seccion VI:
Ha presentado anteriormente una queja por discriminación con esta agencia?
☐
Si
☐
N
o En caso afirmativo, proporcione cualquier información de referencia con respecto a su queja anterior.
La Seccion V:
Ha presentado esta queja ante cualquier otra agencia federal, estatal o local, o con cualquier agencia
federal?
☐ Si ☐ No
En caso afirmativo, marque todo lo que corresponda:
☐ Agencia Federal:
☐ Corte federal: ☐ Agencia del estado:
☐ Tribunal Estatal: ☐ Agencia local:
Proporcione información sobre una persona de contacto en la agencia / tribunal donde la queja fue
archivado.
Mombre:
Título:
Agencia:
Dirección:
Teléfono:
La Seccion VI:
El nombre de la queja de la agencia es contra:
La queja del nombre de la persona es contra:
Título:
Ubicación:
Número de teléfono (si está disponible):
Puede adjuntar cualquier material escrito u otra información que considere relevante para su
reclamo. Su firma y fecha son requeridas a continuación.
______________________________________ ________________
Firma Fecha
Puede adjuntar cualquier material escrito u otra información que considere relevante para su
reclamo. Su firma y fecha son requeridas a continuación:
Ciudad de Oro Valley, Coordinador del Título VI
11000 N La Cañada Dr, Oro Valley, Arizona Tucson, Arizona 85701
Aimee Ramsey, (520) 229-4874
Correo electrónico: aramsey@orovalleyaz.gov
Se puede encontrar una copia de este formulario en línea en:
https://www.orovalleyaz.gov/Government/Departments/Public-Works/Ride-Options-and-
Transportation-Information.
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Discrimination ADA/Title VI
Investigations, Complaints, and
Lawsuits
If no investigations, lawsuits, or complaints were filed select the option below.
☒ Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division has not had any ADA nor Title VI Discrimination
complaints, investigations, or lawsuits in 2022.
Complainant Date
(Month,
Day,
Year)
Basis of
Complaint
(Race,
Color,
National
Origin or
Disability)
Summary
of
Allegation
Status Action(s)
Taken
Final
Findings?
Investigations
1) None
2)
Lawsuits
1) None
2)
Complaints
1) None
2)
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Public Participation Plan
Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division is engaging the public in its planning and decision-making
processes, as well as its marketing and outreach activities. The public will be invited to participate in the
process whether through public meetings or surveys.
As an agency receiving federal financial assistance, Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division made the
following community outreach efforts and activities to engage minority and Limited English Proficient
populations since the last Title VI Plan submittal to ADOT CRO.
☒ Evidence of our successful public participation plan is increase in ridership. Prior the pandemic
our record ridership was in FY19 with 47,847 trips. In FY23 ridership on pace to exceed 60,000
trips.
☒ Expanded the distribution of agency brochures. Updated agency brochures were dropped off at
many locations in throughout 2022, including hospitals, assisted living complexes, libraries,
grocery stores, apartment complexes, community centers and public areas at town facilities.
☒ Provided training and outreach seminars at retirement homes and communities including
Spendido at Rancho Vistoso. These seminars provided information about the transportation
services provided and how to access this transportation including phone and on -line options.
☒ Participated in the community wide Celebrate Oro Valley outreach and services fair in April
2022. At this event several staff and drivers provided information and answered questions about
the transportation service. More than 3,000 people attended this event.
☒ Communication with the Friends of Oro Valley Transit takes place on a continuous basis when
input and interaction with customers is beneficial to plan or consider new procedures. Updates
are provided as well to highlight activities, such as COVID related issues, the addition of new
vehicles, in-vehicle cameras, pre-pay faring, Customer Web Portal, etc.
☒ Update messages on the reservation line (520) 229-4990 to communicate information that is
important for passengers to know.
☒ Posted the Nondiscrimination Public Notices to the following locations:
☒ Within transportation vehicles.
☒ Town website: https://www.orovalleyaz.gov/Government/Departments/Public-
Works/Services/Need-a-ride.
☒ Lobbies of agency.
☒ The Town of Oro Valley website Dial-a-Ride links are continuously updated with notices and
information such as the updated brochures, survey links and updates to current fares:
https://www.orovalleyaz.gov/Government/Departments/Public-Works/Services/Need-a-ride.
☒ A comprehensive customer satisfaction survey was conducted in October through December,
2022. These surveys were mailed to customers residences. The return of completed surveys was
very high confirming statistical verification of general customer satisfaction results. Customer
satisfaction was rated very high. In addition, the survey results confirmed that program initiatives
and focus as a result of the 2019 survey have improved customer service and satisfaction. A
follow-up survey will take place in the fall of 2025.
☒ Besides the traditional call-in method of registering and scheduling trips, clients are able to
register on-line and schedule trips on-line using the Town of Oro Valley website. This system allows
customers to book trips 24 hours a day, seven days a week instead of being limited to reservation
hours.
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☒ The Town of Oro Valley will also open a Customer Web Portal in the Spring of 2023. This Web
Portal will allow customers to register for trips, schedule trips, manage trips, cancel trips, monitor
trip status and pay for trips. This Web Portal will be available in both English and Spanish.
☒ The Town of Oro Valley will host several training and outreach programs to introduce the new
Passenger Web Portal to the public and current riders. These sessions will teach riders and
potential riders how to use the on-line portal to book and manage their trips. These sessions will
be held over several different days and times of the week. In addition, these sessions will be held
ant the Town’s public library and other easily accessible locations throughout the community.
☒ Advertisement of services takes place with various venues:
o Advertisement in the Oro Valley Town Vista. This publication reaches all clients and
businesses that receive a water bill, it is included in the envelope with the water bill invoice.
o Distribution and display of service pamphlets at all local grocery stores, health care facilities,
apartment complexes, libraries and community centers.
o Articles in the “Northwest Explorer” most recently in October 2020. This is a regional
newspaper.
o Advertisement on the Oro Valley town website:
https://www.orovalleyaz.gov/Government/Departments/Public-Works/Services/Need-a-
ride
Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division will make the following community outreach efforts for the
upcoming year:
☒ Expand the distribution of agency brochures.
☒ Advertise public announcements through newspapers, fliers, or radio.
☒ Post the Nondiscrimination Public Notices to the following locations:
☒ Within transportation vehicles.
☒ Oro Valley Town Website.
☒ Lobby of agency.
☒ Partner with other local agencies to advertise services provided.
☒ Host public information meetings and or hearings.
☒ Add public interactive content to the agency’s webpage for the public to communicate schedule
changes or activities.
☒ Host an information booth at a community event.
☒ Update agency documents/publications to make them more user-friendly e.g. comment forms or
agency brochures.
Other Examples of various outreach efforts are:
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Flyers
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Newspaper Articles
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Limited English Proficiency Plan
Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division has developed the following Limited English Proficiency Plan
(LEP) to help identify reasonable steps to provide language assistance for LEP persons seeking meaningful
access to Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division services as required by Executive Order 13166. A
Limited English Proficiency person is one who does not speak English as their primary language and who
has a limited ability to read, speak, write, or understand English.
This plan details procedures on how to identify a person who may need language assistance, the ways in
which assistance may be provided, training to staff, notification to LEP persons that assistance is available,
and information for future plan updates. In developing the plan while determining the Town of Oro Valley
Transit Services Division’s extent of obligation to provide LEP services, the Town of Oro Valley Transit
Services Division undertook a U.S. Department of Transportation four-factor LEP analysis which considers
the following:
1) The number or proportion of LEP persons eligible in the Town of Oro Valley Transit Services
Division service area who may be served or likely to encounter by Town of Oro Valley Transit
Services Division program, activities, or services;
LANGUAGE SPOKEN AT HOME BY ABILITY TO SPEAK ENGLISH FOR THE POPULATION 5 YEARS AND OVER
TABLE ID: B16001
SURVEY/PROGRAM American Community Survey
PRODUCT:
ACS 5-Year Estimates
Detailed Tables
Location: Oro Valley town, Arizona
Label Estimate Margin of Error
Total: 40,153 100% ±329
Speak only English 35,519 88.46% ±741
Spanish or Spanish Creole: 2,505 6.24% ±520
Speak English "very well" 1,949 4.85% ±418
Speak English less than "very well" 556 1.38% ±230
French (incl. Patois, Cajun): 123 0.31% ±90
Speak English "very well" 89 0.22% ±72
Speak English less than "very well" 34 0.08% ±36
Italian: 112 0.28% ±67
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Speak English "very well" 86 0.21% ±51
Speak English less than "very well" 26 0.065% ±35
Portuguese or Portuguese Creole: 46 0.11% ±53
Speak English "very well" 34 0.08% ±39
Speak English less than "very well" 12 0.03% ±20
German: 338 0.84% ±110
Speak English "very well" 295 0.73% ±105
Speak English less than "very well" 43 0.11% ±55
Source: U.S. Census Bureau: https://data.census.gov/cedsci/
The largest percentage of households who speak English less than “very well” in Oro Valley is Spanish
or Spanish Creole. This population makes up less than 1.4% of households in the town. The next
largest percentage of households who speak English less than “very well” is German who make up
0.11% of households in the town.
The Oro Valley Sun Shuttle service is open to all residents of Oro Valley. Therefore the potential
frequency of the largest population of LEP households who would contact Sun Shuttle is less than
1.4%.
Certification: The FTA requires an agency to develop an LEP if a population group that speaks English
less than very well exceeds 5% of the total households. Based on the demographics, Oro Valley Sun
Shuttle is not required to develop a LEP. However, Oro Valley Sun Shuttle will make all attempts to
accommodate language access needs of residents. In addition, the town will continue to monitor and
assess the demographics of LEP residents.
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Limited English Proficiency Language Service Area
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2) The frequency with which LEP individuals come in contact with the Town of Oro Valley Transit
Services Division services:
Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division’s staff reviewed the frequency with which office staff,
dispatchers and drivers have, or could have, contact with LEP persons for 2022 . Town of Oro Valley
Transit Services Division averages no-contacts per year.
3) The nature and importance of the program, activities or services provided by the Town of Oro
Valley Transit Services Division to the LEP population:
The Town of Oro Valley takes deliberate action to ensure all potential riders are made aware of
the dial-a-ride service. Brochures are dropped off at 40 locations throughout the town and
representatives are briefed on the services available to their patrons or residents. Dial-a-Ride
representatives attend community meetings to make presentations and answer questions about the
services available. Locations have included community meetings at Splendido, Vistoso Village, Sun
City, the Library and Holiday Inn. The transit service employs reservationist that speak Spanish. In
addition, if a specific potential rider were to need assistance for any language that person would be
contacted, and arrangements would be made to accommodate their needs. At the present time there
are no registered riders that require special assistance beyond what is currently being provided.
Disabled riders are required to apply for service with the regional disability office who then refers
them to Oro Valley Dial-a-Ride. This regional office has full language assistance as well. This regional
office would notify the Town Transit staff of any and all requirements for special language assistance
at the time of the referral.
4) The resources available to Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division and overall costs to provide
LEP assistance. A brief description of these considerations is provided in the following section.
Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division provides a statement in Spanish in all public outreach notices.
The Town will provide vital information to LEP individuals in the language requested.
Safe Harbor Provision for written translations:
Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division complies with the Safe Harbor Provision, as evidenced by the
number of documents available in the Spanish language. With respect to Title VI information, the
following is made available in Spanish:
(1) Non-Discrimination Notice
(2) Discrimination Complaint Procedures
(3) Discrimination Complaint Form
In addition, we will conduct our marketing (including using translated materials) as necessary in a manner
that reaches each LEP group. Vital documents include the following:
(1) Notices of free language assistance for persons with LEP
(2) Notice of Non‐Discrimination and Reasonable Accommodation
(3) Outreach Materials
(4) Bus Schedules
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(5) Route Changes
(6) Public Hearings
1) Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division provides language assistance services through the below
methods:
☒ Staff is provided a list of what written and oral language assistance products and methods the
agency has implemented and how agency staff can obtain those services.
☒ Instructions are provided to customer service staff and other Town of Oro Valley Transit Services
Division staff who regularly take phone calls from the general public on how to respond to an LEP
caller.
☒ Instructions are provided to customer service staff and others who regularly respond to written
communication from the public on how to respond to written communication from an LEP person.
☒ Instructions are provided to vehicle operators, station managers, and others who regularly interact
with the public on how to respond to an LEP customer.
2) Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division has a process to ensure the competency of translation
service through the following methods as necessary:
Currently there are no customers requiring service in a language other than English.
Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division will use Google Translate if a need arises to communicate
in another language. Should a translation in a language not supported by Google Translate, alternative
translation service will be obtained and utilized.
3) Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division provides notice to LEP persons about the availability of
language assistance through the following methods:
☒ Signs and handouts available in vehicles
☒ Announcements in vehicles
☒ Agency websites
4) Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division monitors, evaluates and updates the LEP plan through the
following process:
Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division will monitor the LEP plan by conducting an annual Four-Factor
analysis, establishing a process to obtain feedback from internal staff and members of the public and
conducting internal evaluations to determine whether the language assistance measures are working for
staff. Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division will make changes to the language assistance plan based
on feedback received. Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division may take into account the cost of
proposed changes and the resources available to them. Depending on the evaluation, Town of Oro Valley
Transit Services Division may choose to disseminate more widely those language assistance measures that
are particularly effective or modify or eliminate those measures that have not been effective. Town of
Oro Valley Transit Services Division will consider new language assistance needs when expanding transit
service into areas with high concentrations of LEP persons will consider modifying their implementation
plan to provide language assistance measures to areas not previously served by the agency.
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5) Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division trains employees to know their obligations to provide
meaningful access to information and services for LEP persons and all employees in public contact
positions will be properly trained to work effectively with Google Translate. Town of Oro Valley Transit
Services Division will implement processes for training of staff through the following procedures:
Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division will identify staff that are likely to come into contact with LEP
persons as well as management staff that have frequent contact with LEP persons in order to target
training to the appropriate staff. Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division will identify existing staff
training opportunities, as it may be cost-effective to integrate training on their responsibilities to persons
with limited English proficiency into agency training that occurs on an ongoing basis. Town of Oro Valley
Transit Services Division will include this training as part of the orientation for new employees. Existing
employees, especially managers and those who work with the public may periodically take part in re-
training or new training sessions to keep up to date on their responsibilities to LEP persons. Town of Oro
Valley Transit Services Division will implement LEP training to be provided for agency staff. Town of Oro
Valley Transit Services Division staff training for LEP to include:
• A summary of the Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division responsibilities under the DOT LEP
Guidance;
• A summary of the Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division language assistance plan;
• A summary of the number and proportion of LEP persons in the Town of Oro Valley Transit
Services Division service area, the frequency of contact between the LEP population and the
agency’s programs and activities, and the importance of the programs and activities to the
population;
• A description of the type of language assistance that the agency is currently providing and
instructions on how agency staff can access these products and services; and
• A description of the Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division cultural sensitivity policies and
practices.
The Oro Valley Sun Shuttle service is open to all residents of Oro Valley. Therefore the potential
frequency of the largest population of LEP households who would contact Sun Shuttle is less than 1.4%.
Certification: The FTA requires an agency to develop an LEP if a population group that speaks
English less than very well exceeds 5% of the total households. Based on the demographics, Oro Valley
Sun Shuttle is not required to develop a LEP. However, Oro Valley Sun Shuttle will make all attempts to
accommodate language access needs of residents. In addition, the town will continue to monitor and
assess the demographics of LEP residents.
Oro Valley Sun Shuttle employs dispatchers and booking agents that speak Spanish fluently. Other
dispatchers and booking agents are able to use Google Translate. Therefore any person who may need
to speak with someone in Spanish will be able to do so. In addition, the information on the regional Sun
Shuttle website is provided in English as well as Spanish. Information pertaining to Title VI is posted in
each vehicle in both English and Spanish as well. There is no cost to the recipient for these resources.
Therefore, LEP measures are reasonable given the client base and the resources available to Oro Valley.
Oro Valley also is deploying a Customer (Rider) Web Portal that will be available in both English and
Spanish. Persons may use this portal to register for rides, book rides, pay for rides and otherwise manage
their rides.
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Oro Valley Sun Shuttle is a valuable service to community residents. Many clients would not have their
transportation/mobility needs met without this service. Clients or their caregivers have reported that
these clients would not be able to work and earn a wage, attend education and training programs, shop
for groceries or other essentials and go to medical appointments without this service.
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Non-elected Committees Membership
Table
Subrecipients who select the membership of transit-related, non-elected planning boards, advisory
councils, or committees must provide a table depicting the membership of those organizations broken
down by race. Subrecipients also must include a description of the efforts made to encourage
participation of minorities on these boards, councils, and committees.
☒ Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division does not select the membership of any transit-related
committees, planning boards, or advisory councils.
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Monitoring for Subrecipient Title VI
Compliance
Describe how you monitor your subrecipients. This can be through site visits, submissions of Title VI Plans
annually, or training and surveys.
☒ Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division does not monitor subrecipients for Title VI compliance as
it does not have any FTA subrecipients.
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Title VI Equity Analysis
A subrecipient planning to acquire land to construct certain types of facilities must not discriminate on
the basis of race, color, or national origin, against persons who may, as a result of the construction, be
displaced from their homes or businesses. “Facilities” in this context does not include transit stations or
bus shelters, but instead refers to storage facilities, maintenance facilities, and operation centers.
There are many steps involved in the planning process prior to the actual construction of a facility. It is
during these planning phases that attention needs to be paid to equity and non-discrimination through
equity analysis. The Title VI Equity Analysis must be done before the selection of the preferred site.
Note: Even if facility construction is financed with non-FTA funds, if the subrecipient organization receives
any FTA dollars, it must comply with this requirement.
☒ Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division has no current or anticipated plans to develop new transit
facilities covered by these requirements.
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Fixed Route Transit Provider Analysis
Fixed Route: Public transit service (other than by aircraft) provided on a repetitive, fixed-schedule basis
along a specific route, with vehicles stopping to pick up passengers.
A subrecipient providing fixed route service, as defined above, must determine the distribution of transit
amenities or the vehicle assignments for each mode in a non-discriminatory manner. The subrecipient
must develop policies to ensure service is not distributed on the basis of race, color, or national origin.
Effective practices to fulfill the Service Standards requirements include developing written policies
covering each of the following service indicators: [INSTRUCTIONS] (can be expressed in writing or in table
format – see Circular Appendix G & H pp. 87-91)
☒ Town of Oro Valley Transit Services Division is not a Fixed Route Transit Provider
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Board Approval for the Title VI Plan
Town Council Regular Session 1.
Meeting Date:03/01/2023
Requested by: Paul Keesler Submitted By:Paul Keesler, Public Works
Department:Public Works
SUBJECT:
COMMUNITY CENTER ELEVATOR SCHEMATIC DESIGN REVIEW, DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE
DIRECTION TO STAFF TO COMPLETE CONSTRUCTION PLANS
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff understands that Council's preference is to install a conventional elevator.
Since three of the four alternatives are expected to meet the budget and Council preferred the elevator option,
staff recommends that at least the two elevator options be fully designed and bid as alternatives A & B. The
reasoning is that for both entrance configurations, the exterior design is not a large component of the design
costs. The major portion of the design costs will be associated with the interior architecture/engineering to install
an elevator.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
At the November 16, 2022 meeting, the Council directed staff to move forward with design alternatives and to
provide updated cost estimates for the Lula and a conventional elevator that would work with exterior circulation
options #2 and #5 presented that evening.
For review, circulation options #2 and #5 are as follows:
Circulation Option #2 - The front entrance is accessed from existing handicap parking with a ramp that
leads to the existing building entrance at the middle (Golf Administration) level
Circulation Option #5 - Lowering the front entrance/building facade to enter at the first floor and connecting
to new handicap parking spaces at the front of the building
Since that meeting, the design architect, the Breckenridge Group, has been creating a 3D representation of the
existing building and virtually constructing both an elevator and LULA within the space constraints. The schematic
design package (Attachment 1) is divided into four options:
Conventional elevator & existing entrance (Circulation option #2)1.
Conventional elevator and lowered entrance (Circulation option #5)2.
LULA & existing entrance (Circulation option #2)3.
LULA & lowered entrance (Circulation option #5)4.
From these options, a more focused cost estimate has been compiled.
BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION:
Refining the focus to both the elevator and LULA, the design architect has begun the detailed design. Schematic
design represents approximately a 30% level of a full construction document and its purpose is to understand how
all the constructed elements will ultimately work with oneanother. This design will also identify constraints and
associated solutions, as well as how the cost of the project will be affected.
The following is a review of all four alternatives and identification of any unforeseen impacts:
Alternative #1 - Elevator & Existing Entrance
Entrance and front of the building remain as is.
A new exterior ADA ramp will be constructed to access the existing building entrance.
The elevator is located near the entry and has 3 stops to access all 3 floor levels.
The main stairs are slightly modified.
A new floor section is constructed for the upper floor level.
The elevator shaft will penetrate the roof.
The current construction cost estimate is $1.25M.
Alternative #2 - Elevator & Lowered Entrance
The building entrance and facade will be lowered to the lower floor level, providing direct access.
ADA parking will be added to this area for direct access to the building entrance.
The elevator is located near the entry and has 3 stops to access all 3 floor levels.
Existing stairs will be relocated
A new floor section is constructed for the upper floor level.
The elevator shaft will penetrate the roof.
The current construction cost estimate is $1.75M.
Alternative #3 - LULA & Existing Entrance
Entrance and front of the building remain as is.
A new exterior ADA ramp will be constructed to access the existing building entrance.
The LULA is located near the entry and has 3 stops to access all 3 floor levels.
The stairs to the lower level are slightly modified.
A new floor section is constructed for the upper floor level.
The current construction cost estimate is $750K.
Alternative #4 - LULA & Lowered Entrance
The building entrance and facade will be lowered to the lower floor level, providing direct access.
ADA parking will be added to this area for direct access to the building entrance.
The elevator is located near the entry and has 3 stops to access all 3 floor levels.
Existing stairs will be relocated
A new floor section is constructed for the upper floor level.
The current construction cost estimate is $1.35M.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The current budget for all ADA access upgrades is $1.5M. Approximately $100K is being used to rebuild the back
access ramp. This leaves an aggregate budget of $1.4M to construct the building entrance ADA solution.
The architect has already built 15% contingency into the construction costs to cover unforeseen issues.
The breakdown of each alternate, including design + construction costs is:
Alternative #1 - Elevator & Existing Entrance = $1.25M
Alternative #2 - Elevator & Lowered Entrance = $1.75M
Alternative #3 - LULA & Existing Entrance = $750K
Alternative #4 - LULA & Lowered Entrance = $1.35M
SUGGESTED MOTION:
I direct staff to ..........
Attachments
Attachment 1 - Schematic Design Package
Staff Presentation
Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center Elevator
Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center Elevator
Intro
• Entrance Remains as is
• Exterior ADA Ramp access to existing
entrance
• Elevator at front near main entry
• Main stair modified slighty
• New floor on the upper level
• Elevator penetrates the roof
• Entrance will be lowered
• ADA Parking near front entrance
• Elevator at front near main entry
• Stairs will be relocated
• New floor on the upper level
• Elevator penetrates the roof
• Entrance Remains as is
• Exterior ADA Ramp access to existing
entrance
• LULA at front near main entry
• Stair on the lower level relocated
• New floor on the upper level
• Entrance will be lowered
• ADA Parking near front entrance
• LULA at front near main entry
• Stairs will be relocated
• New floor on the upper level
Elevator & Existing Entrance LULA & Existing Entrance13
2 4Elevator & Lowered Entrance LULA & Lowered Entrance
Cost Estimate: $1.25M
Cost Estimate: $1.75M
Cost Estimate: $750K
Cost Estimate: $1.35M
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Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center Elevator
Site - Lowered Entrance2&4
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Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center Elevator1
CARDS
107
ELEV.
12' TRAVEL HEIGHT
UP
B
B
CC
A
A
ENTRY
101
OFFICE
204
UP DN
4' - 0"4' - 0"
RELOCATED STAIR
B
B
CC
A
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DINING
206
11' - 7"
DN
INFILL FLOOR
8' - 8"7' - 8"B
B
CC
A
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Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center Elevator
Exsiting Entrance - Elevator
0 4'12'SCALE :1" = 10'-0"
1 Lower Level Plan
0 4'12'SCALE :1" = 10'-0"
2 Middle Level Plan
0 4'12'SCALE :1" = 10'-0"
3 Upper Level Plan
ELEVATOR TYPE:
KONE MONOSPACE 300 DX
CAPACITY:
2, 000 LB
Experience:
• Ability to transport more people
• One elevator with alternate landing to serve all three floors
• Accessible to all users from the existing entry
Concerns:
• It requires the construction of a new floor on the upper level to connect
the elevator to the dining area.
• It reduces the space of one of the offices.
• The stairs need to be redone.
Elevator & Existing Entrance
Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center Elevator1A - Elevator & Existing Entrance
Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center Elevator1B - Elevator & Existing Entrance
Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center Elevator1C - Elevator & Existing Entrance
Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center ElevatorOro Valley Community & Recreation Center Elevator1Elevator & Existing Entrance
Middle Level
Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center ElevatorOro Valley Community & Recreation Center Elevator1Elevator & Existing Entrance
Middle Level
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Middle Level
Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center Elevator2
ENTRY
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ELEV.
12' TRAVEL HEIGHT
UP
B
B
CC
A
A
OFFICE
204
UP
RELOCATED STAIR 4' - 9"4' - 0"RELOCATED STAIR
UP
B
B
CC
A
A
DINING
206
11' - 7"
INFILL FLOOR
INFILL FLOOR
DN 8' - 8"7' - 8"B
B
CC
A
A
Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center Elevator
Lowered Entrance -LULA
ELEVATOR TYPE:
KONE KONE MONOSPACE 300 DX
CAPACITY:
2, 000 LB
Experience:
• Easier ADA accessibility with lowered entrance
• Single elevator for all floors users
Concerns:
• No straight path from the stair to the elevator on lower and upper floors
• Office space reduced
• Emergency stair to the outside
0 4'12'SCALE :1" = 10'-0"
1 Lower Level Plan
0 4'12'SCALE :1" = 10'-0"
2 Middle Level Plan
0 4'12'SCALE :1" = 10'-0"
3 Upper Level Plan
Elevator & Lowered Entrance
Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center Elevator2A - Elevator & Lowered Entrance
Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center Elevator2B - Elevator & Lowered Entrance
Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center Elevator2C - Elevator & Lowered Entrance
Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center Elevator2Elevator & Lowered Entrance
Middle Level
Elevator & Lowered Entrance
Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center Elevator2
Middle Level
Elevator & Lowered Entrance
Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center Elevator2
Middle Level
Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center Elevator
Elevator 3D View1&2
Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center Elevator3
ENTRY
101
OFFICE
204
UP DN
RELOCATED STAIR
B
B
CC
A
A
DINING
206
11' - 7"DN
INFILL FLOOR
3' - 0"4' - 6"B
B
CC
A
A
UP
CARDS
107
ELEV. LIFT
12' TRAVEL HEIGHT
1"
B
B
CC
A
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Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center Elevator
0 4'12'SCALE :1" = 10'-0"
2 Middle Level Plan
0 4'12'SCALE :1" = 10'-0"
3 Upper Level Plan
0 4'12'SCALE :1" = 10'-0"
1 Lower Level Plan
ELEVATOR TYPE:
V-1504
CAPACITY:
1 ATTENTANT
1 WHEELCHAIR
Exsiting Entrance - LULA
Experience:
• Access to the entrance with ramps.
• One single lift takes user to all three floors.
• Lift located near both the big staircase and mezzanine stairs
Concerns:
• One wheelchair and one standing person could enter at once
• New connecting floor on the upper level required from lift to dining area.
• Office space reduced.
LULA & Existing Entrance
Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center Elevator3A - LULA & Existing Entrance
Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center Elevator3B - LULA & Existing Entrance
Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center Elevator3C - LULA & Existing Entrance
Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center ElevatorOro Valley Community & Recreation Center Elevator3LULA & Existing Entrance
Middle Level
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Middle Level
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Middle Level
DINING
206
INFILL FLOOR
DN 4' - 6"3' - 0"B
B
B
B
CC
A
A
ENTRY
101
ELEV. LIFT
12' TRAVEL HEIGHT
UP
UP
B
B
B
B
CC
A
A
OFFICE
204
DN
UP
RELOCATED STAIR
RELOCATED STAIR
B
B
B
B
CC
A
A
Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center Elevator
Lowered Entrance -LULA
0 4'12'SCALE :1" = 10'-0"
3 Upper Level Plan
ELEVATOR TYPE:
V-1504
CAPACITY:
1 ATTENTANT
1 WHEELCHAIR
0 4'12'SCALE :1" = 10'-0"
1 Lower Level Plan
0 4'12'SCALE :1" = 10'-0"
2 Middle Level Plan
Experience:
• ADA accessibility enhanced, clear and equal circulation for all users
• One single lift takes user to all three floors.
• Lift accessible from entry and near new grand stairs
Concerns:
• No more than two people can use the lift at once
• Extensive construction of the existing building and site.
• Office space reduced to accommodate landing for lift and office stair
Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center Elevator4LULA & Lowered Entrance
Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center Elevator4A - LULA & Lowered Entrance
Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center Elevator4B - LULA & Lowered Entrance
Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center Elevator4C - LULA & Lowered Entrance
Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center
LULA & Lowered Entrance
Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center Elevator4
Middle Level
Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center
LULA & Lowered Entrance
Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center Elevator4
Middle Level
Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center
LULA & Lowered Entrance
Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center Elevator4
Middle Level
Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center Elevator
Elevator - KONE MonoSpace 300 DX
HOISTWAY PLAN VIEW
6 11/16"3'-9 5/16"HOISTWAY DEPTH 6'-3 3/4"INTERIOR DEPTH 4'-4 1/2"HOISTWAY WIDTH 7'-4"3'-0 3/16"CENTERLINE OF GUIDE RAIL8 5/8"
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LANDING5'-3 1/2'' CWT BRACKETDOOR WIDTH 3'
ROUGH OPENING 4'-4"
INTERIOR WIDTH 5'-9"
CAR CENTER 3'-4 13/16"
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If an EBD (Emergency Battery Device) or KONE 24/7
Emergency Communications is required, please
contact your local KONE Representative.
ROUGH OPENING
LAYOUT NOT TO SCALE. MODEL SPACE 1:1
2018/KP6.9.2022/C#06.09.2022_A3_LISPANSI_B-
E000541674/KONE-2767887/M3NA_2_2000_69_52.5
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OUTPUT
1.6 KBTU/HR
MACHINE HEAT OUTPUT 0.8 KBTU/HR
CAPACITY 2000 lbSPEED150 FPM
DOOR LEFT OPENING
CONTROL LOCATION REMOTE
REQUIRED FUSE AMPS 35 AMPS
TRAVEL 12'-0"
POWER SUPPLY 208 V
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PREPARATORY WORK BY OTHERS: THE CUSTOMER OR CUSTOMER'S CONTRACTOR, SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE FOLLOWING
CONDITIONS PRIOR TO THE COMMENCEMENT OF WORK AT NO COST TO KONE, INC LOCAL CODES SHALL PREVAIL WHEN APPLICABLE
1. PROVIDE A CLEAR, PLUMB HOISTWAY OF THE SIZE SHOWN ON THE FINAL KONE LAYOUT. VARIATIONS MUST NOT EXCEED 1". (TOLERANCE = -0" + 1")
2. PROVIDE ADEQUATE SUPPORT FOR GUIDE RAIL BRACKETS (INCLUDING DIVIDER BEAMS FOR MULTIPLE ELEVATORS IN A COMMON HOISTWAY) FROM PIT FLOOR TO THE
TOP OF THE HOISTWAY AND NOT SPANNING FURTHER THAN ALLOWED BY THE GOVERNING CODE AUTHORITY. FIREPROOFING SHALL BE AFTER INSTALLATION OF
ELEVATOR BRACKETS.
3. HOISTWAY VENTILATION SHALL BE PROVIDED PER CODE REQUIREMENTS.
4. PROJECTIONS REQUIRING BEVELING IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE REQUIREMENTS SHALL BE BEVELED AT AN ANGLE NOT LESS THAN 75 DEGREES FROM THE
HORIZONTAL.
5. PROVIDE REMOVABLE, OSHA COMPLIANT BARRICADES AROUND ALL HOISTWAY OPENINGS AND BETWEEN ELEVATORS INSIDE OF THE HOISTWAY AS REQUIRED.
PROVIDE TWO LIFELINE ATTACHMENTS AT THE TOP, FRONT OF THE HOISTWAY.
6. ARRANGE FOR ALL BLOCK OUT / CUTOUT OF OPENINGS TO INSTALL HALL PUSHBUTTONS, SIGNAL FIXTURES, AND HATCH DUCT.
7. PROVIDE A DRY PIT REINFORCED TO SUSTAIN VERTICAL FORCE FROM RAILS AND BUFFERS. REFERENCE THE REACTION LOAD TABLES FOR VERTICAL FORCES. SUMPS
AND / OR PUMPS (WHERE PERMITTED) LOCATED WITHIN THE PIT MAY NOT INTERFERE WITH THE ELEVATOR EQUIPMENT.
8. PROVIDE SUITABLE LIGHTING FOR THE MACHINE SPACE WITH A LIGHT SWITCH LOCATED IN THE HOISTWAY. PROVIDE A LIGHT FIXTURE AND A SEPARATE GFCI
PROTECTED DUPLEX CONVENIENCE OUTLET IN THE ELEVATOR PIT.
9. ENTRANCE WALLS ARE TO BE LEFT OPEN UNTIL THE ELEVATOR EQUIPMENT IS INSTALLED. ADEQUATE SUPPORT FOR ENTRANCE ATTACHMENT POINTS IS REQUIRED
AT ALL LANDINGS. ALL FINISHED FLOORING AND GROUTING IS TO BE INSTALLED AFTER THE ENTRANCE FRAMES ARE INSTALLED.
10. A PIT LADDER IS SUPPLIED BY KONE UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED ON THE LAYOUT DRAWING. LOCATE AND INSTALL PER KONE FINAL LAYOUT DRAWINGS.
11. AN I-BEAM AND SAFETY LINE BEAM, PROVIDED BY KONE, MUST BE INSTALLED IN THE ELEVATOR HOISTWAY OVERHEAD PER THE KONE FINAL LAYOUT DRAWINGS. WHERE
AN ELEVATOR HAS BOTH A FRONT AND REAR OPENING, TWO SAFETY LINE BEAMS ARE REQUIRED.
12. FOR PROPER EQUIPMENT OPERATION, THE MACHINE SPACE AT THE TOP OF THE HOISTWAY MUST BE PROPERLY VENTED PER CODE REQUIREMENTS. MAX ALLOWED
HUMIDITY IS 95% NON-CONDENSING. HOISTWAY MUST MAINTAIN A TEMPERATURE BETWEEN 41 F AND 104 F.
13. THE ACCESS DOOR TO THE CONTROL SPACE OR THE CONTROL ROOM MUST BE SECURED AGAINST UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS. IT SHALL BE SELF-LOCKING AND
SELF-CLOSING.
14. PROVIDE A 15-AMP 120V AC FUSED SERVICE WITH GROUND (VIA EMERGENCY LIGHT SUPPLY IF AVAILABLE) CONNECTED TO EACH CONTROL CABINET FOR LIGHTING AND
FAN. PROVIDE DEDICATED ANALOG PHONE LINE TERMINATING AT THE ELEVATOR CONTROL CABINET.
15. FOR CONTROL SPACES LOCATED REMOTELY FROM THE ELEVATOR HOISTWAY, PROVIDE A GOVERNOR ACCESS DOOR OF SIZE AND LOCATION PER KONE FINAL LAYOUT
DRAWINGS. THE ACCESS DOOR SHALL BE SECURED AGAINST UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS.
16. FOR INTEGRATED CONTROL SPACE LOCATED IN SEISMIC AREA, PROVIDE A SEISMIC SWITCH ACCESS DOOR OF SIZE AND LOCATION PER KONE FINAL LAYOUT DRAWINGS.
THE ACCESS DOOR SHALL BE SECURED AGAINST UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS.
17. PROVIDE A SUITABLE WORKING ENVIRONMENT INCLUDING ADEQUATE ACCESS TO THE BUILDING, PROPER LIGHTING IN ALL AREAS, CLEAN AND SAFE STORAGE ADJACENT
TO THE HOISTWAY, PROPERLY INSTALLED TEMPORARY SINGLE AND THREE-PHASE POWER, AND SUFFICIENT ON-SITE REFUSE CONTAINERS FOR THE DISPOSAL OF
ELEVATOR PACKING MATERIALS.
18. THIS DRAWING MUST BE REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY A LICENSED PROFESSIONAL TO ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH LOCAL BUILDING CODES.
19. THESE DRAWINGS ARE FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY AND MUST NOT BE USED FOR CONSTRUCTION PURPOSES. FULLY DETAILED CONSTRUCTION DRAWINGS ARE
AVAILABLE FROM THE PRODUCT MANUFACTURER.
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SECTIONVIEW
8" HOISTBEAM
BY KONE
INSTALLED BY
OTHERS
7'-0" DOOR HEIGHT7'-4" CLEAR HEIGHT INSIDE CAR13'-8" UNDERSIDE OF ROOF7'-0" DOOR HEIGHT12'-0" TRAVEL5'-0" PIT13'-0" CLEAR OVERHEAD(TOP LANDING TO UNDERSIDE OF HOIST BEAM)--
X
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618' 0"
12' 0"
6' 0"
X
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X
0
01
2
3
Front
Opening
Back
Opening
Inter Floor
Distance
(ft)
Inter Floor
Distance
(in)
Floor
Number Elevation
FLOOR BY FLOOR HEIGHTS CHART
Z DIRECTION
REACTION LOCATION
VERTICAL FORCES ONTO PIT FLOOR
A B C
3400129006100
**VERTICAL REACTIONS A, B & C OCCUR SIMULTANEOUSLY. VERTICAL REACTIONS
D & E OCCUR INDIVIDUALLY AND SEPARATELY FROM A, B & C.
D E
--
Y DIRECTION
REACTION LOCATION
BRKTS ABOVE TOPMOST LANDING - IMPACT LOADING REACTIONS
B C
460 1330
50
100
840 160
Y DIRECTION
X DIRECTION
BRKTS BELOW TOPMOST LANDING - RUNNING REACTIONS
360 260
50
100
210 160
MAX DEFLECTION NOT TO EXCEED 0.25" (6mm) DUE TO APPLIED LOADS
Z DIRECTION
REACTION LOCATION
HOISTBEAM & LIFELINE VERTICAL FORCES
A B C
500056104840
D
5000
A
X DIRECTION
TOP LANDING
I
TOP MACHINE
BRACKET
BOTTOM MACHINE
BRACKET
TRANSFORMER
10'- 1/4" TOPMOST BRACKET13'-8" UNDERSIDE OF ROOF13'-0" CLEAR OVERHEAD�(TOP LANDING TO UNDERSIDE OF HOIST BEAM)ELEVATION VIEW FROM HOISTWAY
LOOKING AT MACHINE
8" HOISTBEAM
BY KONE
REMOTE CABINETMIN. 8'-0" HEIGHT-
WORK AREA
2'-6"3'-6"5'-5"7'-10"-MAINPOWERDISCONNECT1&2
14Cab TypesType1CabsFor type 1 cabs,entry and exit are available from only one end of the platform.Figure 8:Type 1 Left and Right
TowerTowerType 1L Type 1R
platform platform
Entrance Entrance
and Exit and Exit
Type 2 Cabs
For type 2 cabs,entry and exit are available from both ends of the platform.
Figure 9:Type 2
Exit (Top)Exit (Top)
Type 2L
platform
Type 2R
platformTower Tower Entrance Entrance
(Bottom) (Bottom)
Type 3 and 4 Cabs
For type 3 and 4 cabs,entry and exit are available from one end and one side of the platform.
Figure 10:Type 3 and 4
Type 4
platform
Entrance TowerType 3
platform Tower Entrance
Exit Exit
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Community Center
Elevator Schematic Design Review
Town Council
March 1, 2023
Community Center Elevator Update
At the November 16, 2022, meeting, the Council directed staff to move forward
with design alternatives and to provide updated cost estimates for the Lula and
a conventional elevator that would work with exterior circulation options #2
and #5 presented that evening.
For review, circulation options #2 and #5 are as follows:
Circulation Option #2 -The front entrance is accessed from existing handicap parking with a ramp that
leads to the existing building entrance at the middle (Golf Administration) level
Circulation Option #5 -Lowering the front entrance/building facade to enter at the first floor and
connecting to new handicap parking spaces at the front of the building
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Exterior Circulation Option #2
Pros:
•Lower cost than any
solution that requires
building modifications.
Cons:
•Slightly more costly than
the current ramp option,
as it requires the
construction of a
completely new ramp
•Has a long path of travel
from the existing
handicap parking spaces
and the elevation
difference is similar to the
existing ramp. Could be
considered a laborious
path of travel for building
patrons.
•Does not allow for the
creation of handicap
parking closer to the
entrance.3
Exterior Circulation Option #5
Pros:
•Provides the opportunity to
create new handicap
parking at the front
entrance.
•With the creation of this
new handicap parking
adjacent to the entrance
location, renders the least
path of travel length
Cons:
•Most expensive exterior
circulation alternative as it
requires building
modification, Porto-cochere
demolition and parking lot
grading to allow patrons to
enter at the first floor
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Community Center Elevator Update
The designer has created a 3D representation of the existing building and virtually
constructing both an elevator and LULA within the space constraints.
Schematic design has been completed.
Schematic design represents approximately a 30% level of a full construction
document, and its purpose is to understand how all the constructed elements will
ultimately work with one another. This design will also identify constraints and
associated solutions, as well as how the cost of the project will be affected.
The schematic design package is divided into four options:
1.Conventional elevator & existing entrance (Circulation option #2)
2.Conventional elevator and lowered entrance (Circulation option #5)
3.LULA & existing entrance (Circulation option #2)
4.LULA & lowered entrance (Circulation option #5)
From these options, a more focused cost estimate has been compiled
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Option #1 -Elevator & Existing Entrance
Entrance and front of the building remain as is.
A new exterior ADA ramp will be constructed to access the existing building
entrance.
The elevator is located near the entry and has 3 stops to access all 3 floor
levels.
The main stairs are slightly modified.
A new floor section is constructed for the upper floor level.
The elevator shaft will penetrate the roof.
The current construction cost estimate is $1.25M.
Option #1 -Elevator & Existing Entrance -Layout
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Option #1 -Elevator & Existing Entrance -Elevation
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Of note:
The elevator shaft
penetrates the
roof of the
building.
Architectural
treatment will be
required
Roof joists will tie
into elevator shaft
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Option #2 -Elevator & Lowered Entrance
The building entrance and facade will be lowered to the lower floor level,
providing direct access.
ADA parking will be added to this area for direct access to the building
entrance.
The elevator is located near the entry and has 3 stops to access all 3 floor
levels.
Existing stairs will be relocated
A new floor section is constructed for the upper floor level.
The elevator shaft will penetrate the roof.
The current construction cost estimate is $1.75M.
Option #2 -Elevator & Existing Entrance -Layout
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Option #2 -Elevator & Existing Entrance -Elevation
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Of note:
The elevator shaft
penetrates the
roof of the
building.
Architectural
treatment will be
required
Roof joists will tie
into elevator shaft
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Option #3 -LULA & Existing Entrance
Entrance and front of the building remain as is.
A new exterior ADA ramp will be constructed to access the existing building
entrance.
The LULA is located near the entry and has 3 stops to access all 3 floor
levels.
The stairs to the lower level are slightly modified.
A new floor section is constructed for the upper floor level.
The current construction cost estimate is $750K.
Option #3 -LULA & Existing Entrance -Layout
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Option #3 -LULA & Existing Entrance -Elevation
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Option #4 -LULA & Lowered Entrance
The building entrance and facade will be lowered to the lower floor level,
providing direct access.
ADA parking will be added to this area for direct access to the building
entrance.
The elevator is located near the entry and has 3 stops to access all 3 floor
levels.
Existing stairs will be relocated
A new floor section is constructed for the upper floor level.
The current construction cost estimate is $1.35M.
Option #4 -LULA & Lowered Entrance -Layout
Option #4 -LULA & Lowered Entrance -Elevation
Space Comparison of Elevator vs LULA
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Recommendations
Staff understands from the last meeting that Council's preference is to
install a conventional elevator.
Since three of the four alternatives are expected to meet the budget and
Council preferred the elevator option, staff recommends that at least the
two elevator options be fully designed and bid as alternatives A & B.
The reasoning is that for both entrance configurations, the exterior design is
not a large component of the design costs.
The major portion of the design costs will be associated with the interior
architecture/engineering to install an elevator.
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Schedule
Finish Construction plans by July
Permitting and bidding in July
Award and Construction starting in August
Expect a 6 to 9 month construction period –may be completed by
February to April 2024 –dependent on equipment availability
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Questions?