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Home My WebLink AboutPackets - 2026 General Plan Advisory Meetings (3) AGENDA 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 26, 2023 TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS 11000 N. LA CAÑADA DRIVE OR BY ZOOM WEBINAR: https://orovalley.zoom.us/j/81612722685 To join by phone dial: +1-669-444-9171 Webinar ID: 816 1272 2685 STUDY SESSION AT OR AFTER 6:00 PM CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL 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 ADJOURNMENT POSTED: 1/24/23 at 5:00 by mrs When possible, a packet of agenda materials as listed above is available for public inspection at least 24 hours prior to the Commission meeting in the Town Clerk's Office between the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. The Town of Oro Valley complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If any person with a disability needs any type of accommodation, please notify the Town Clerk’s Office at least five days prior to the Commission meeting at 229-4700. 2026 General Plan Community Engagement Advisory Group 1. Meeting Date:01/26/2023 Requested by: Bayer Vella, Community and Economic Development Case Number: N/A SUBJECT: DISCUSSION ONLY WITH TOWN COUNCIL, BOARD AND COMMISSION MEMBERS, YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL AND PUBLIC ATTENDEES REGARDING COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT STRATEGIES FOR THE UPCOMING GENERAL PLAN RECOMMENDATION: Discussion item only. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Initial preparations for the 2026 General Plan are underway. Although the official "kick-off" for the General Plan will not be until later this year, staff along with a consultant, Gordley Group, and an advisory group are working on a Community Engagement Plan. A community wide public survey is a key resource in identifying effective communication techniques. The first advisory group meeting was held on January 19. The advisory group and public attendees discussed the importance of the General Plan, key changes since the last General Plan effort and likely focal topics of community discussion for the next General Plan (see Attachment 1 for presentation). On January 26, the advisory group members and public attendees will establish the guiding principles for community engagement, identify key stakeholders, discuss the level of engagement for each stakeholder group. The advisory group includes Town Council, board, commission and youth advisory members. The purpose of the advisory group is to help shape the community engagement process for the upcoming General Plan. The results of this collaborative work will be presented to the Planning and Zoning Commission and Town Council for approval in March. As required by State law, the first step in the General Plan process is Town Council adoption of a Community Engagement Plan, also referred to as a “public participation plan.” The Community Engagement Plan is just the initial step in preparing for the General Plan effort. It will be used as a foundation to draft a plan with direct and continual guidance from residents. BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION: The General Plan is a community-driven long-range policy document intended to guide Town decisions. Per State law, the General Plan must be readopted – with or without changes - every ten years. The Town’s current General Plan, ratified by voters in 2016, must be acted upon no later than 2026. The initial step in the General Plan process is Town Council adoption of a Community Engagement Plan. The Community Engagement Plan: Establishes a program of community outreach objectives, methods and tools tailored to engage the demographic range of Oro Valley’s residents. Identifies stakeholders. Functions as the base to establish an overall General Plan project work program and schedule. This will also function to establish a future budget. Together, Town staff, Gordley Group (consultant), and an advisory group will identify communication strategies to ensure all voices are heard in the upcoming General Plan process. All members of Town Council and the following boards, commissions and groups are encouraged to participate in the advisory group. 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 Over the course of 4 meetings the advisory group members will: Meeting #1: Share knowledge about the importance of the General Plan and identify changes in the community since the previous General Plan effort. Discuss likely areas of focus and community discussion for the next General Plan Meeting #2: Identify key stakeholders and guiding principles for community engagement Meeting #3: Analyze results of the active resident survey and help shape a communications strategy to reach Oro Valley’s broad demographic range Meeting #4: Select preferred communication methods among three public participation levels or alternatives The final product of the advisory group is to identify a preferred communication strategy. The results of this collaborative work and an associated budget will be presented to the Planning and Zoning Commission and Town Council for approval in March. DISCUSSION: Meeting #1 The first advisory group meeting was held on January 19. The advisory group and public attendees discussed the importance of the General Plan, key changes since the last General Plan effort and likely focal topics of community discussion for the next General Plan (see Attachment 1 for presentation and Attachment 2 for minutes). The results of this conversation are in Attachment 3. The advisory group will identify key themes from this conversation during their next meeting on January 26. Residents can still add their input through a survey available until January 26 by clicking here: https://arcg.is/10aGrK1 Meeting #2 On January 26, the advisory group will focus on establishing guiding principles for community engagement, identifying key stakeholders, discussing the level of engagement for each stakeholder group. Guiding principles - a set of values that provide direction. Essentially, the "must-do's" for effective community engagement Community stakeholders - a person or group with an interest in the health, quality and well-being of the community In preparation for the meeting, please read the 2016 guiding principles and stakeholder list as a primer for the discussion in Attachment 4. FISCAL IMPACT: N/A. SUGGESTED MOTION: This item is for discussion only. Attachments ATTACHMENT 1 - MEETING #1 PRESENTATION ATTACHMENT 2 - 1/19/2023 DRAFT MEETING MINUTES ATTACHMENT 3 - MEETING #1 RESULTS ATTACHMENT 3 - MEETING #1 RESULTS ATTACHMENT 4 - MEETING #2 PACKET 2026 General Plan Community Engagement Advisory Group: History and Overview of the General Plan Joint Study Session Meeting #1 January 19, 2023 1 Discussion Items Significance of the General Plan Were you involved in the last General Plan effort? What does the General Plan mean to you? Previous community engagement process and results How has the community changed since the last General Plan? What are the focal topics of community discussion? 2 Community driven, 10-year policy document guiding long- term decisions for the community What is a General Plan? Community Desires Directions and Actions Legal Requirements 3 To date, 95% of the 310 actions are either completed, maintained or anticipated for completion within the next year. Importance of the General Plan Various code amendments to utilize best practices Business recruitment and retention Parks and Recreation Master Plan and Senior Task Force Ongoing preservation of environmental and cultural resources Participation in regional groups and discussions 4 The General Plan implements the community’s vision, goals and policies! Schedule and Meeting Topics Advisory Group Meetings: Meeting #1 (1/19) –Key areas of likely change Meeting #2 (1/26) –Key stakeholders and guiding principles of community engagement Meeting #3 (2/9) –Analyze survey results and communication methods Meeting #4 (2/16) –Preferred communication strategy Planning and Zoning Commission –Tuesday, March 7 Town Council Meeting –Wednesday, March 15 5 Your Voice, Our Future (YVOF) General Plan 6 Community Engagement Plan Background Report Preparation We are here Results of the Community Engagement Process “Best Public Outreach Award” from the Arizona’s Chapter of the National Planning Association “Silver Circle Award for Citizen Participation” from the City-County Marketing Association Ratified by 71% of the voters in Nov. 2016 7 General Plan Elements Elements based on community input and State law requirements Land Use Circulation Open Space Growth Area Environmental Planning Cost of development Water Conservation Recreation Public Facilities and Services Public Buildings Housing Economy Safety Bicycle Energy Cultural Resources Redevelopment and Rehabilitation Neighborhood Revitalization Other Required by State law in 2016 Additional elements included in 2016 New elements for 2026 Community engagement is critical regardless of the extent of changes 8 How has the community changed since the last General Plan? Population increased 15% (2010-2020) Pima County increased 6% People moving to Oro Valley are from the region or out of state Median age is higher with people aged 25-64 representing 42% of the population Education and income are higher than the region. Income increased 29%. 2010 2020 Population 41,011 47,070 2013-2017 2021-2025 Did not move 84%83% Moved within same county 9%9% Moved from different county in AZ 1%1% Moved from different state 5%6% Moved from abroad 1%1% Median Age 49.6 53.9 Students (Under 24)28%24% Workforce (25-64)44%42% Older Adults (65+)28%34% Bachelor’s Degree or more (25+ yrs. old)51% 56% Median Income $71,950 $92,548 9 Employment Most people travel outside of OV for work Top occupations for OV residents: Management, business, science and art (57%) Sales and office (21%) Top industries for OV residents: Educational services, health care and social services (27%) Professional, scientific, management, administrative, or waste management services (13%) Manufacturing (13%) 2013- 2017 2021- 2025 Mean travel time to work (minutes)27.5 27 Private wage and salary workers 76%78% Government workers 17%14% Self-employed in own, not incorporated business 7%8% Unpaid family workers 0.1%0.3% 10 Main Employers 11 2022 Office Service oriented Hospitality 2013 Office Hospitality Service oriented (medial, groceries) Retail Development and Growth Patterns Residential development = 64% the developed land Open Space (natural or landscaped) = 30% of the land Amount of remaining land available for development is limited –6% Mostly large-lot (3 acres) residential –49% Tech Park & Commercial –27% 2013-2016 Large subdivisions (200+) along arterials and build-out of Rancho Vistoso Average 300 SFR permits/year Compact apartment complexes (3 communities built between 2014- 2016) Big box anchor stores and retail 2023 -2026 Small scale, infill subdivisions Single-family rentals / low-rise, high-density Significant reduction in SFR permits – possibly 100 permits/year (without annexation) Mixed-use projects (residential near commercial nodes) Office, medical and employment spaces 12 13 Single-Family Residential Trends 749 1030 940 781 684 851 1020 1144 777 534 412 494 422 388 355 285 120 65 47 56 217 136 142 220 338 325 296 275 497 199 163 156 196 292 297 84 78 0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200 1400 PERMITSFISCAL YEAR Single Family Residential Permits Boom Decline Recession Recovery & New Normal Anticipated Future We are here Housing 2013-2017 2021-2025 19,877 Housing units 20, 754 Housing units 12,979 (76%) Owner-Occupied 4,138 (24%) Renter-Occupied 15,736 (76%) Owner-Occupied 5,018 (24%) Renter-Occupied 2.2% Homeowner vacancy rate 75% 1-unit detached 6.2% Rental vacancy rate 73% 1-unit detached 2.0% Homeowner vacancy rate 3.3% Rental vacancy rate 2.4 Owner-occupied household size 2.0 Renter-occupied household size 2.3 Owner-occupied household size 2.4 Renter-occupied household size 14 Transportation 2016 2022 421 Public Street miles 430 Public Street miles 45, 202 Transit passengers 56,001 Transit passengers 28 Transit vans or mini buses 26 Transit vans or mini buses Other Changes: Ownership and widening of Tangerine Road Improvements to Lambert Lane Intersection at La Canada and Moore Rd Widening of La Cholla Blvd 49,290 Traffic volume on Oracle 35,030 (2021) Traffic volume on Oracle 15 Water 2016 19,355 service connections serving 43,200 residents 368 miles of distribution mains Delivered 2,000 acre-ft. CAP water Pumped 5,241 acre-ft. of groundwater 20 operating wells and 26 booster stations 2 water systems (Potable and Reclaimed) 2022 21,249 service connections serving 47,070 residents 381 miles of distribution mains Delivered 2,600 acre-ft. CAP water Pumped 4,826 acre-ft. of groundwater 18 production wells and 26 booster stations 2 water systems (Potable and Reclaimed) 16 Parks and Recreation 2016 2022 Plan and construction of archery area at Naranja Park Master Parks and Recreation Plan and Naranja Park expansion 52 Annual programs 97 Annual programs 3,090 Facility Memberships 2,211 Facility Memberships Other changes: Town-owned Vistoso Preserve Reduction of Town operated golf 30.2 Shared use path miles 21 (2013) Shared use path miles 17 Your Turn! In your experience, how has the community changed since the last General Plan? 18 What do you anticipate as top topics of community discussion? Development or Growth Transportation Environment and Open Space Water Parks and Recreation Housing Public Safety Climate and Sustainability Employment and Services Cultural Resources Other?? 19 20 Adjournment and next steps Next meeting is Thursday, January 26 from 6 –8 PM Meeting will be held in Council Chambers Topic: Guiding principles and key stakeholders Survey to help us identify best ways to engage the community is online now! Please take the survey and help spread the word Available to residents of all ages Multiple people in a household can take the survey https://arcg.is/10aGrK1. Information and recordings of these meetings available online at orovalleyaz.gov. Questions? Milini Simms, Principal Planner at 520-229-4836 or msimms@orovalleyaz.gov. 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 (arrived after Roll Call taken) 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 Member Stephen Roach, Board of Adjustment Vice Chair (via Zoom) Joseph Affinati, Board of Adjustment Member Jennifer Carr, Budget and Finance Commissioner Heather Laird, Budget and Finance Commission Vice Chair John Fortunato, Budget and Finance Commissioner Michael Paul, Historic Preservation Commissioner Auvie Lee, Historic Preservation Commission Chair Gary Temple, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Member Joanne Moothart, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Member Matthew Wood, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Member Joe Nichols, Planning and Zoning Commissioner Skeet Posey, Planning and Zoning Commissioner (via Zoom) Kimberly Outlaw Ryan, Planning and Zoning Commissioner Dan Sturmon, Planning and Zoning Commission Vice Chair Richard Hawkinson, Stormwater Utility Commissioner Gary Mattson, Stormwater Utility Commissioner Kay Lantow, Water Utility Commissioner Clarence, Tom, Marek, Water Utility Commissioner Patricia Olson, Water Utility Commissioner Melanie Barrett, Vice Mayor Tim Bohen, Councilmember Harry Greene, Councilmember Joyce Jones-Ivey, Councilmember 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 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 Member Helen Dankwerth, Board of Adjustment Chair Puntadeleste Bozeman, Historic Preservation Commissioner Vice Chair Nicole Casaus, Historic Preservation Commissioner Joan Pliego, Historic Preservation Commissioner Ronald Scantlan, Historic Preservation Commissioner Antonia Landau, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Member Cheryl Horvath, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Member Philip Saletta, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Member Emily Veres, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Member Anna Clark, Planning and Zoning Commissioner Jacob Herrington, Planning and Zoning Commission Chair David Parker, Stormwater Utility Commissioner William Thomas, Stormwater Utility Commissioner Richard Crocker, Stormwater Utility Commissioner Chair David Atler, Water Utility Commissioner Alan Forrest, Water Utility Commission Vice Chair Naranjan Vescio, Water Utility Commissioner Greg Hitt, Water Utility Commissioner Josh Nicholson, Councilmember Steve Solomon, Councilmember 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 for Oro Valley, Arizona held on the 19th day of January 2023. I further certify that the meeting was duly called and held. ___________________________ Jeanna Ancona Senior Office Specialist 2026 Gen er al Pl an Co m m u n i t y En g ag em en t A d v i s o r y Gr o u p Meet i n g #1 Wh y i s t h e Gen er al Pl an i m p o r t an t ? Roadmap Framework RoadmapBlueprint Resident's vision Community's plan for the future Provides certainty and expectations Advocate for the youth Way to bridge gaps Living document with direction Legally required Identifies elements for quality of life Sets goals Know what is important to the community Includes the community values Encourages compatibility Show residents the Town is listening Guiding document Where we want to go Acts as the Town's constitution Establishes Continuity Understand concerns Provides a sense of community Comprehensive: Infrastructure, safety, preservation of natural resources Sense of community Prioritizes Where we have been Guides decisionsRoadmap Opportunities for all demographics Bridge gaps! Provides oganization and groundwork Important juncture for Town's future Broad document Relevance over time Input in Town governance Opening opportunities for all ages Fluid Educational Community input - 1st priority Family oriented Strategic Living document Cohesive survival guide Gets things done Participation Provide input Public invovlment Cares about community wants Implement communit's vision Strengthening our community Guides decisions Keeps OV on track 2026 Gen er al Pl an Co m m u n i t y En g ag em en t A d v i s o r y Gr o u p Meet i n g #1 In y o u r ex p er i en c e, h o w h as t h e c o m u n i t y c h an g ed s i n c e t h e l as t Gen er al Pl an ? TRA NSPORTATION PA RK S A ND REC Less accidents with traffic improvements Preservation of streets Layout of streets More multi-use paths EMPL OYMENT A ND SERVICES DEVEL OPMENT A ND GROWTH COMMUNITY Traffic volume Aquatic Center More bike and natural trails More parks Naranja Park improvements Open space More schools More restaurants (50+) Fewer empty storefronts Experience based businesses (dance, pilates, etc.) More healthcare facilities More primary employers More people are working remotely Build on tech More things to do with children Tighter knit community More events and opportunities to see people More opportunities for families More events Promotion of local talent (murals, concerts, etc.) More opportunites for youth (sports) Strong opinions about government Oportunities for volunteering People come here to experience OV Increase in art Limited options More light pollution Rebuilding infrastructure / redevelopment Drainage improvements Land acquisition by the Town / annexations Code updated routinely Wildlife patterns - more in the community Housing affordability decline Less land available More re-development Water supply with growth Housing density Safety Consider people who just moved here Increase in community involvement More integratedly designed as a community Wh at d o y o u an t i c i ap t e as f o c al t o p i c s o f c o m m u n i t y d i s c u s s i o n ? 2026 Gen er al Pl an Co m m u n i t y En g ag em en t A d v i s o r y Gr o u p Meet i n g #1 Res p o n es f o r "Ot h er " Financial sustainability Finances Cohesive community without strife Wh at d o y o u an t i c i ap t e as f o c al t o p i c s o f c o m m u n i t y d i s c u s s i o n ? Wat er En v i r o n m en t / Op en Sp ac e Par k s an d Rec r eat i o n Tr an s p o r t at i o nDevelopment an d Gr o w t h 2026 Gen er al Pl an Co m m u n i t y En g ag em en t A d v i s o r y Gr o u p Meet i n g #1 Concern with rapid growth Need it to survive Regional approach Impact on growth Cost and access Limited resource Need to plan for the next steps Opportunity to educate Community concern - escaleted for awareness Direct time and energy Uncertainty with what will happen Keep environment healthy Keep environment and open space values Updated information/ assessment needed Open space More volleyball courts Functional diverse amenities Maintenance Family events Bridging the gap More bike paths Connectivity between paths and services Variety of amenities Shade Accessible year round Availability Smart growth Consider the amount of people that work in OV but live elsewhere Community ties Workforce housing Fatigue over pace Density Small Town feel Affordability balanced with current density and feel Multifamily development Starter homes vs. rentals Traffic volume Bike trails Alternative transportation modes Speeding Reduce accidents Aggressive drivers from traffic volume Traffic calming through design Part time residents Pedestrain safety Electric vehicle support Strategize residenital areas accessible to open space Balance between values and needs Housing for workforce Space to relax Values and views Path for sustainability Expansion of shuttle / bus Community and Economic Development January 23, 2023 Dear Town Council, board, commission and youth advisory council, Many thanks to those of you that attended the first advisory group meeting. Your participation made the first meeting successful! We still need more folks to join us in this effort to get a quorum for all boards/commissions and youth advisory. Even if you missed the first meeting, it is not too late to participate! We have three more meetings planned and your voice is needed to help shape the upcoming General Plan community engagement process. The results of your work will be presented to the Planning and Zoning Commission (March 7) and Town Council (March 15) for approval. Date Location Topic Thursday, Jan. 26 Council Chambers Guiding principles and stakeholder identification Thursday, Feb. 9 Council Chambers Review survey results & communication methods Thursday, Feb. 16 Council Chambers Preferred communication strategy All meetings will be held in-person with the option to participate via Zoom. We have several hands-on exercises planned, so attendance in-person is strongly preferred. However, if you need to attend via Zoom please let me know 24 hours in advance so we can plan dinner and materials accordingly. Meetings will be from 6 PM – 8 PM on Town Campus, located at 11000 N. La Canada Drive. Zoom link to participate online: https://orovalley.zoom.us/j/81612722685 To join by phone dial: +1-669-444-9171 Use webinar I.D. number: 816 1272 2685 Recordings of the meetings will be available online here under the “2026 General Plan Community Engagement Advisory Group” tab. Lastly, this is the final week to take and share the community engagement survey! As of Friday, January 20 we had 589 respondents. Please click on this link to take the survey and share it: https://arcg.is/10aGrK1. If at any time throughout this process you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me. Sincerely, Milini Simms Principal Planner Town of Oro Valley 520-229-4836 msimms@orovalleyaz.gov Community Engagement Advisory Group - Meeting #2 Packet The following items are in this packet to assist the discussion on January 26. The packet does not need to be brought to the meetings. Please review the information to gain familiarity and the minutes for accuracy. • Town campus map (see below) • Meeting #2 Agenda • Detailed summary from January 19, 2026 • 2106 Guiding principles • 2016 list of key stakeholders 2026 General Plan Community Engagement Group Meeting #2 Thursday, January 26 at 6 PM Council Chambers 1. Welcome and roll call 6:00 PM 2. Recap of Meeting #1 6:10 PM Prep Material: Detailed summary 3. Guiding Principles for Community Engagement 6:30 PM Prep Material: 2016 Guiding Principles Discussion: Great aspects of community engagement 4. Key Stakeholders in the General Plan Process 7:15 PM Prep Material: 2016 List of key stakeholders Exercise: Stakeholder identification and level of engagement 5. Adjournment 8:00 PM 2026 Gen er al Pl an Co m m u n i t y En g ag em en t A d v i s o r y Gr o u p Meet i n g #1 Wh y i s t h e Gen er al Pl an i m p o r t an t ? Roadmap Framework RoadmapBlueprint Resident's vision Community's plan for the future Provides certainty and expectations Advocate for the youth Way to bridge gaps Living document with direction Legally required Identifies elements for quality of life Sets goals Know what is important to the community Includes the community values Encourages compatibility Show residents the Town is listening Guiding document Where we want to go Acts as the Town's constitution Establishes Continuity Understand concerns Provides a sense of community Comprehensive: Infrastructure, safety, preservation of natural resources Sense of community Prioritizes Where we have been Guides decisionsRoadmap Opportunities for all demographics Bridge gaps! Provides oganization and groundwork Important juncture for Town's future Broad document Relevance over time Input in Town governance Opening opportunities for all ages Fluid Educational Community input - 1st priority Family oriented Strategic Living document Cohesive survival guide Gets things done Participation Provide input Public invovlment Cares about community wants Implement communit's vision Strengthening our community Guides decisions Keeps OV on track 2026 Gen er al Pl an Co m m u n i t y En g ag em en t A d v i s o r y Gr o u p Meet i n g #1 In y o u r ex p er i en c e, h o w h as t h e c o m u n i t y c h an g ed s i n c e t h e l as t Gen er al Pl an ? TRA NSPORTATION PA RK S A ND REC Less accidents with traffic improvements Preservation of streets Layout of streets More multi-use paths EMPL OYMENT A ND SERVICES DEVEL OPMENT A ND GROWTH COMMUNITY Traffic volume Aquatic Center More bike and natural trails More parks Naranja Park improvements Open space More schools More restaurants (50+) Fewer empty storefronts Experience based businesses (dance, pilates, etc.) More healthcare facilities More primary employers More people are working remotely Build on tech More things to do with children Tighter knit community More events and opportunities to see people More opportunities for families More events Promotion of local talent (murals, concerts, etc.) More opportunites for youth (sports) Strong opinions about government Oportunities for volunteering People come here to experience OV Increase in art Limited options More light pollution Rebuilding infrastructure / redevelopment Drainage improvements Land acquisition by the Town / annexations Code updated routinely Wildlife patterns - more in the community Housing affordability decline Less land available More re-development Water supply with growth Housing density Safety Consider people who just moved here Increase in community involvement More integratedly designed as a community Wh at d o y o u an t i c i ap t e as f o c al t o p i c s o f c o m m u n i t y d i s c u s s i o n ? 2026 Gen er al Pl an Co m m u n i t y En g ag em en t A d v i s o r y Gr o u p Meet i n g #1 Res p o n es f o r "Ot h er " Financial sustainability Finances Cohesive community without strife Wh at d o y o u an t i c i ap t e as f o c al t o p i c s o f c o m m u n i t y d i s c u s s i o n ? Wat er En v i r o n m en t / Op en Sp ac e Par k s an d Rec r eat i o n Tr an s p o r t at i o nDevelopment an d Gr o w t h 2026 Gen er al Pl an Co m m u n i t y En g ag em en t A d v i s o r y Gr o u p Meet i n g #1 Concern with rapid growth Need it to survive Regional approach Impact on growth Cost and access Limited resource Need to plan for the next steps Opportunity to educate Community concern - escaleted for awareness Direct time and energy Uncertainty with what will happen Keep environment healthy Keep environment and open space values Updated information/ assessment needed Open space More volleyball courts Functional diverse amenities Maintenance Family events Bridging the gap More bike paths Connectivity between paths and services Variety of amenities Shade Accessible year round Availability Smart growth Consider the amount of people that work in OV but live elsewhere Community ties Workforce housing Fatigue over pace Density Small Town feel Affordability balanced with current density and feel Multifamily development Starter homes vs. rentals Traffic volume Bike trails Alternative transportation modes Speeding Reduce accidents Aggressive drivers from traffic volume Traffic calming through design Part time residents Pedestrain safety Electric vehicle support Strategize residenital areas accessible to open space Balance between values and needs Housing for workforce Space to relax Values and views Path for sustainability Expansion of shuttle / bus 5/1/13 Public Participation Plan Page 7 V. Public Participation Guiding Principles To meet the Town’s goal for a voter-ratified General Plan update, this Public Participation Plan was designed to connect residents to the Town and to each other. This connection will result in better-supported and more sustainable decisions. The Public Participation Plan: • Is open, transparent, accountable, inclusive, collaborative and ethical • Ensures involvement opportunities are convenient for residents • Promotes sustainable decisions that resonate with the voting community • Seeks and facilitates involvement of all demographics • Will be assessed on an ongoing basis to ensure best practices • Includes how the public’s involvement helps to shape the decisions made for the General Plan Additional guiding principles: • Learn from the past—focus on: o Residents o Targeted voter outreach o Adequate community testing of principles and concepts o Diversified viewpoints and better committee membership selection o Earning voter ratification • Residents’ quality of life o To overcome the challenge that the General Plan is merely a dry technical planning tool, present it as a tool to guide and define the community’s quality of life, focusing on issues with which residents can easily identify o Draw participants and votes by asking—and answering—the question: “Why is this important to me?” • Key objectives o Provide practical, clear and compelling information that directly relates the General Plan to residents’ lives o Use public-friendly, easy-to-understand, engaging, inviting and visionary methods, techniques and social media tools o Report positive, tangible results from the current General Plan to build upon success o Speak to specific and positive outcomes in the proposed General Plan o Reach the broad community of voters to identify and test multiple opinions o Seeks active involvement from typically under-represented populations such as families and youth o Keep participants informed throughout the process in open and direct ways o Maintain a consistent outreach focus throughout the implementation o Go to the community; do not solely rely on the public to attend large forums 5/1/13 Public Participation Plan Page 15 Attachment #1 – Community Stakeholders COMMUNITY STAKEHOLDERS: Residents (2010 Census): • Households with kids: 25% of Total Households • Boomers (55 or older) = 41.8% • Boomers who live in Oro Valley seasonally • Gen X (35 – 54) = 25.9% • Gen Y (15-34) = 17.3% • Gen Z (14 & younger) = 15.1% Homeowners Associations All within Town limits (110 total) All within planning boundaries Businesses Interests: Oro Valley Chamber of Commerce Large Business Owners (Oro Valley Hospital, Sanofi Adventis, Ventana Roche, El Conquistador Resort, major shopping centers (Oro Valley Marketplace, Rooney Ranch, Steam Pump Ranch, etc.) Small Business Owners Oro Valley Business Club Economic Development Zone Resort/Hospitality Association Tucson Regional Economic Opportunities Inc. (TREO) Building Industry Interests Metropolitan Pima Alliance (MPA) Tucson Realtors Association Southern Arizona Builders Association (SAHBA) Land Speculators Environmental Interests Coalition for Sonoran Desert Protection Tucson Audubon Society Sonoran Institute Arts and Cultural Interests Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance (SAACA) Oro Valley Historical Society 5/1/13 Public Participation Plan Page 16 Santa Cruz Heritage Alliance Tohono Chul Park Churches: St Elizabeth Ann Seaton, St Odelia, Church of the Apostles, Oro Valley Chruch of the Nazarene, Oro Valley United Church, St. Mark Catholic Church, Pusch Ridge Christian Church, Vistoso Community Church, Church of the Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saint and, Resurrection Lutheran Church, Dove Mountain Church Schools Casas Christian School, Robert B. Wilson Junior K-8th, Pusch Ridge Christian Academy, Pusch Ridge Christian School, Basis Oro Valley, Ironwood Ridge High School, Canyon Del Oro High School, Painted Sky Elementary School, Immaculate Heart Academy, Resurrection Lutheran Child and La Canada Kindercare.* *Focus on governing boards, parent associations, and students (where appropriate) Service Organizations Oro Valley Rotary Club Oro Valley Optimist Club Catalina-Oro Valley Lions Club Other Owners of vacant land – large and small Oro Valley Citizen Advisory Boards and Commissions Let Oro Valley Excel (LOVE) Blog Oro Valley Truth Blog Users of Parks & Recreation Facilities Library patrons Friends of the Library Employees of Large Business in Oro Valley Oro Valley Hospital patrons Southern AZ Hiking Club El Conquistador County Club Golf Association Governing Board & other boards affiliated with golf courses in or adjacent to Oro Valley Oro Valley Democrat and Republican organizations YMCA Jewish Federation Northwest 5/1/13 Public Participation Plan Page 17 REGULATORY AND PLANNING AGENCIES: Federal: Bureau of Land Management Bureau of Reclamation U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service U.S. Forest Service National Park Service State: Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) Arizona State Land Department (ASLD) Arizona Department of Commerce Arizona Game and Fish Arizona State Parks Department Regional: Pima County Sonoran Desert Conservation Plan Team Planning and Development Department of Transportation (PCDOT) Parks Department Pinal County Planning and Development Department of Transportation (PCDOT) Flood Control District of Pima County Pima Association of Governments (PAG) Santa Catalina Ranger Station Catalina State Park Coronado National Forest Pima Council on Aging/ Mature Worker Connection Regional Transit Authority Local: Town of Oro Valley Town Manager’s office Development & Infrastructure Services Water Utility Town Attorney’s Office Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Finance Police Golder Ranch Fire District Town Clerk’s office Courts Information Technology Amphi School District Marana Schools Town of Marana City of Tucson Catalina Coordinating Council Pima Community College Imagine Greater Tucson