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AGENDA
ORO VALLEY TOWN COUNCIL
REGULAR SESSION
DECEMBER 4, 2019
ORO VALLEY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
11000 N. LA CAÑADA DRIVE
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
COUNCIL REPORTS
Spotlight on Youth
TOWN MANAGER'S REPORT
The Mayor and Council may consider and/or take action on the items listed below:
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
1.Presentation and recognition of the Oro Valley Rotary Club for their donation to enhance the Community
Center's Kids Korner
2.Presentation and update by President/CEO Brent DeRaad of Visit Tucson
CONSENT AGENDA
(Consideration and/or possible action)
A.Minutes - November 6, 2019
B.Adoption of the 2020 regular Town Council meeting schedule
C.Ratify the Planning Division Work Plan for FY 19/20 - FY 20/21
D.(Re)appointments to any or all of the various boards and commissions: Board of Adjustment (BOA),
Budget and Finance Commission (BFC), Historic Preservation Commission (HPC), Parks and Recreation
Advisory Board (PRAB), Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC), Stormwater Utility Commission
(SWUC), Water Utility Commission (WUC), and PAG Regional Transportation Authority Environmental
Planning Advisory Committee (PAG - EPAC) (Packet materials updated 12-4-19 @ 11:15 am)
E.Resolution No. (R)19-57, approving the Town's Legislative Agenda, protocols guiding the Town’s
priorities for the 2020 legislative session and any lobbying activities
REGULAR AGENDA
1.NOMINATION AND ELECTION OF VICE MAYOR
2.AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF THE ORO VALLEY TOWN CODE RELATING TO SPECIAL
EVENT PERMITS
A.RESOLUTION NO. (R)19-56, DECLARING THE PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE VARIOUS
SECTIONS OF THE SPECIAL EVENTS SECTION OF THE ORO VALLEY TOWN CODE, PROVIDED
AS EXHIBIT "A" WITHIN THE ATTACHED RESOLUTION AND FILED WITH THE TOWN CLERK, A
PUBLIC RECORD
B.ORDINANCE NO. (O)19-09, AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF ARTICLE 8-3 OF THE ORO
VALLEY TOWN CODE RELATING TO THE SPECIAL EVENTS PERMIT
3.PRESENTATION REGARDING THE TOWN’S PROGRESS ON IMPLEMENTING THE YOUR VOICE,
OUR FUTURE GENERAL PLAN
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)
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.
EXECUTIVE SESSION - Pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.03(1), and/or (2), and/or 3) and/or (4) regarding pending
search for a new police chief.
RESUME REGULAR SESSION
ADJOURNMENT
The Mayor and Council may, at the discretion of the meeting chairperson, discuss any Agenda item.
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The Town of Oro Valley complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If any person with a disability needs
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INSTRUCTIONS TO SPEAKERS
Members of the public have the right to speak during any posted public hearing. However, those items not
listed as a public hearing are for consideration and action by the Town Council during the course of their
business meeting. Members of the public may be allowed to speak on these topics at the discretion of the
Chair.
If you wish to address the Town Council on any item(s) on this agenda, please complete a speaker card located on
the Agenda table at the back of the room and give it to the Town Clerk. Please indicate on the speaker card
which item number and topic you wish to speak on, or if you wish to speak during “Call to Audience”,
please specify what you wish to discuss when completing the blue speaker card.
Please step forward to the podium when the Mayor announces the item(s) on the agenda which you are interested
in addressing.
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. Please organize your speech, you will only be
allowed to address the Council once 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 issue you wish.
5. Any member of the public speaking must speak in a courteous and respectful manner to those present.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Town Council Regular Session 1.
Meeting Date:12/04/2019
Oro Valley Rotary Club Recognition
Subject
Presentation and recognition of the Oro Valley Rotary Club for their donation to enhance the Community Center's
Kids Korner
Summary
The Oro Valley Rotary Club provided a facelift to the Community Center's Kid Korner playground. Creative design,
labor and a $5,200 donation resulted in the addition of a giant yellow bumble bee and a giant green caterpillar.
Additionally, a concrete raceway was installed and included a custom designed finish line.
Attachments
No file(s) attached.
Town Council Regular Session 2.
Meeting Date:12/04/2019
Presentation and Update by President/CEO Brent DeRaad of Visit Tucson
Subject
Presentation and update by President/CEO Brent DeRaad of Visit Tucson
Summary
Attachments
No file(s) attached.
Town Council Regular Session A.
Meeting Date:12/04/2019
Requested by: Mike Standish Submitted By:Michelle Stine, Town Clerk's Office
Department:Town Clerk's Office
SUBJECT:
Minutes - November 6, 2019
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 November 6, 2019 minutes.
Attachments
11-6-19 Draft Minutes
D R A F T
MINUTES
ORO VALLEY TOWN COUNCIL
REGULAR SESSION
NOVEMBER 6, 2019
ORO VALLEY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
11000 N. LA CAÑADA DRIVE
REGULAR SESSION AT OR AFTER 6:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Winfield called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present: Joseph C. Winfield, Mayor
Melanie Barrett, Vice-Mayor
Joyce Jones-Ivey, Councilmember
Josh Nicolson, Councilmember
Rhonda Piña, Councilmember
Bill Rodman, Councilmember
Steve Solomon, Councilmember
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Winfield led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
UPCOMING MEETING ANNOUNCEMENTS
Deputy Town Clerk Michelle Stine announced the upcoming Town meetings.
COUNCIL REPORTS and Spotlight on Youth
Councilmember Joyce Jones-Ivey recognized Ethan Blakeslee Woodward, a Senior at Canyon Del Oro High
School, for his outstanding service and contributions to the community.
Councilmember Piña reported that she and the Community and Economic Development Director J.J.
Johnston, attended a Sun Corridor Mission trip held in New York City, where professionals collaborated with
site selectors who in turn would provide detailed analysis to their client companies and make
recommendations regarding communities/sites to locate their future projects.
11/6/19 Minutes, Town Council Regular Session 1
TOWN MANAGER'S REPORT
Town Manager Mary Jacobs provided an update regarding the roundabout construction project located at
Moore Road and La Cañada Drive.
Parks & Recreation Director Kristy Diaz-Trahan announced that the Oro Valley Dolphins 13/14U Football
Team won the city championship and the Ironwood Ridge High School Girls Golf Team won the Arizona
State championship.
Deputy Town Clerk Michelle Stine announced that new artwork was on display in the Council Chambers
by artist Risa Waldt.
ORDER OF BUSINESS
Mayor Winfield reviewed the order of business and stated that the order would stand as posted.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
1.Councilmember Piña - Sun Corridor Mission Trip Report
CALL TO AUDIENCE
Oro Valley resident Mark Valimont spoke regarding community improvements for the deaf.
Oro Valley resident Dr. Red Dreisinger spoke regarding succession of the Police Chief.
Oro Valley resident Lisa Peebles spoke regarding town surveys.
Oro Valley resident Dr. Amy Eisenberg spoke regarding development impacts on wildlife.
Oro Valley resident Sasha Case spoke regarding the Oro Valley Police Explorers Program and the Oro
Valley Theatre Company.
Oro Valley resident Jane Levin spoke regarding Troon Golf employees use of a wash owned by Cañada
Vista Estates.
PRESENTATIONS
1.Presentation of certificates to graduates of the 2019 Oro Valley Community Academy
Principal Planner Milini Simms gave an overview of the 2019 Community Academy and recognized the
following graduates in attendance.
Octavio Barcelo
Trish Chilton
Shelly Cook
Richard Crocker
Terry Hart
Ellen Hong
Melanie Kishi
Greg Kishi
John Latchford
Ross Lamberson
Joe Lunne
Alan McAdams
Allyson McAdams
Aileen McCarthy
Patricia McElroy
Kay McManus
Mary Murphy
Monica Neira
Tom Oxnam
Polly Page
Lisa Peebles
Wendy Sniffin
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Dennis Machulis
Chris Machulis
Sara Maher
Jennifer Marek
Tom Marek
Mark Sniffin
Dion Heimink Sr.
Matthew Wood
KC Woods
Anne Wuesthoff
2.Presentation and update by Hilary Van Alsburg, Executive Director of the Children's Museum Oro Valley
Ms. Van Alsburg announced that the Children's Museum Oro Valley would celebrate its fifth anniversary
and as a result of their valued partnerships, beginning in January 2020 they would have a Free Day twice
per month. Ms. Van Alsburg also thanked the Town Council for their support and partnership.
3.Proclamation - Bicentenary of the Birth of the Bá b
Mayor Winfield proclaimed Tuesday, October 29, 2019 as the Bicentenary of the Birth of the Báb.
Mr. Dan Rouhani accepted the proclamation.
4.Proclamation - 2019 YMCA Military Celebration
Mayor Winfield proclaimed November 2019 as Military Family Month in Oro Valley and urged all residents
to show their support by participating in the 2019 YMCA Community Military Celebration.
Executive Director of Properties and Facilities of the YMCA of Southern Arizona Mike Reuwsaat and
President/Chief Executive Officer of the YMCA of Southern Arizona Kurtis Dawson accepted the
proclamation.
5.Proclamation - International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Mayor Winfield proclaimed December 3, 2019 as International Day of Persons with Disabilities in the
Town of Oro Valley and encouraged our residents and business leaders to promote respect and inclusion
of individuals with disabilities and to celebrate their accomplishments and contributions.
Parks and Recreation Director Kristy Diaz-Trahan accepted the proclamation.
CONSENT AGENDA
A.Minutes - October 9 and October 16, 2019
B.Resolution No. (R)19-53, authorizing and approving the quit claim deed for parcel number 224-39-001B,
Canada Crossroads Commercial Property from Peregrine Investments, LLC
C.Resolution No. (R)19-54, approving the Agenda Committee assignment for the period of December 1,
2019 to February 29, 2020
D.Establishing November 20, 2019, as a Special Town Council meeting date
E.Resolution No. (R)19-55, authorizing and approving the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO)
pass-through grant agreement for Steam Pump Ranch Adaptive Reuse Feasibility Report
Motion by Councilmember Bill Rodman, seconded by Councilmember Joyce Jones-Ivey to approve
Consent Agenda items (A) - (E).
Vote: 7 - 0 Carried
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REGULAR AGENDA
1.APPROVAL TO AMEND THE 2019 COUNCIL LIAISON ASSIGNMENTS AND TO SET THE 2020
COUNCIL LIAISON ASSIGNMENTS
Discussion ensued amongst Council and staff.
Motion by Vice-Mayor Melanie Barrett, seconded by Councilmember Josh Nicolson to approve the
Council Liaison Assignments as depicted in Attachment 1.
COUNCIL LIAISON ASSIGNMENTS NOVEMBER 6, 2019 – DECEMBER 31, 2020
Board of Adjustment Steve Solomon
Budget and Finance Commission Josh Nicolson
Historic Preservation Commission Steve Solomon
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board Joyce Jones-Ivey
Planning & Zoning Commission Melanie Barrett
Stormwater Utility Commission Bill Rodman
Water Utility Commission Rhonda Piña
Outside Agencies
Amphitheater School District Joyce Jones-Ivey
Legislative District Joe Winfield
Visit Tucson Joe Winfield
Greater Oro Valley Chamber of Commerce Joe Winfield
Pima Association of Governments Joe Winfield
Regional Transportation Authority Joe Winfield
Discussion continued amongst Council.
Motion by Mayor Joseph C. Winfield, seconded by Councilmember Josh Nicolson to amend the main
motion by approving the Council Liaison Assignments as depicted in Attachment 1 and that
Councilmember Rodman join Vice Mayor Barrett in the interview process for the Planning and Zoning
Commission.
COUNCIL LIAISON ASSIGNMENTS NOVEMBER 6, 2019 – DECEMBER 31, 2020
Board of Adjustment Steve Solomon
Budget and Finance Commission Josh Nicolson
Historic Preservation Commission Steve Solomon
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board Joyce Jones-Ivey
Planning & Zoning Commission Melanie Barrett
Stormwater Utility Commission Bill Rodman
Water Utility Commission Rhonda Piña
Outside Agencies
Amphitheater School District Joyce Jones-Ivey
Legislative District Joe Winfield
Visit Tucson Joe Winfield
Greater Oro Valley Chamber of Commerce Joe Winfield
Pima Association of Governments Joe Winfield
Regional Transportation Authority Joe Winfield
Discussion continued amongst Council.
Motion by Councilmember Bill Rodman, seconded by Councilmember Steve Solomon to remove
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Motion by Councilmember Bill Rodman, seconded by Councilmember Steve Solomon to remove
Councilmember Rodman's name from the interview process with Vice Mayor Barrett and make the Council
Liaison Assignments effective 1/1/2020.
Vote: 3 - 4 Failed
OPPOSED: Mayor Joseph C. Winfield
Vice-Mayor Melanie Barrett
Councilmember Joyce Jones-Ivey
Councilmember Josh Nicolson
Discussion ensued amongst Council and staff regarding clarification of the motion.
Mayor Winfield recessed the meeting at 7:44 p.m.
Mayor Winfield reconvened the meeting at 7:51 p.m.
Motion by Mayor Joseph C. Winfield, seconded by Councilmember Bill Rodman to approve the Council
Liaison Assignments as depicted in Attachment 1 to be effective 1/1/2020.
COUNCIL LIAISON ASSIGNMENTS NOVEMBER 6, 2019 – DECEMBER 31, 2020
Board of Adjustment Steve Solomon
Budget and Finance Commission Josh Nicolson
Historic Preservation Commission Steve Solomon
Parks & Recreation Advisory Board Joyce Jones-Ivey
Planning & Zoning Commission Melanie Barrett
Stormwater Utility Commission Bill Rodman
Water Utility Commission Rhonda Piña
Outside Agencies
Amphitheater School District Joyce Jones-Ivey
Legislative District Joe Winfield
Visit Tucson Joe Winfield
Greater Oro Valley Chamber of Commerce Joe Winfield
Pima Association of Governments Joe Winfield
Regional Transportation Authority Joe Winfield
Vote: 4 - 3 Carried
OPPOSED: Mayor Joseph C. Winfield
Vice-Mayor Melanie Barrett
Councilmember Josh Nicolson
2.PRESENTATION, DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE DIRECTION TO STAFF REGARDING
IMPLEMENTATION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL'S OCTOBER 2, 2019, DECISION REGARDING THE
TOWN'S COMMUNITY CENTER AND GOLF OPERATIONS
Town Manager Mary Jacobs gave a brief overview of item #2 and introduced Interim Finance Director
Kevin Artz who gave an overview of item #2 and outlined the following:
- Background
- Assumptions
- Option 1 - Pay-As-You-Go (PAYG)
- Community Center Fund Balance Summary
- Option 2 - Intra-Fund Loans
- Option 3 - Municipal Bonds
- Summary of Options
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- Recommendation - Combination of 3 Options
- Summary of Options
- Community Center fund projections
- Recommendation Summary
Town Manager Mary Jacobs continued the overview and outlined the following:
- Key Implementation Milestones
- Key Milestones
The following individuals spoke in support of item #2.
Oro Valley resident Greg Kishi
Oro Valley resident Jeff Weir
Oro Valley resident Steve Jones
Discussion ensued amongst Council and staff regarding item #2.
Motion by Mayor Joseph C. Winfield, seconded by Vice-Mayor Melanie Barrett to approve funding for all
Golf Course repairs and improvements on a pay as you go basis from the Community Center Fund. Once
a new operator is in place, the investment sequence will be as follows: Conquistador course irrigation and
repairs, followed by Cañada course irrigation and repairs, followed by Golf Clubhouse / Restaurant
improvements. Manage Overlook Restaurant operation to only support golf. Reduce hours and labor costs
to provide food service consistent with a municipal golf course. Hours are typically 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
menu offering breakfast and so forth. Issue an RFP for an outside vendor to operate the reduced golf food
service. Retain $100,000 minimum in Community Center Fund for a reserve. Maintain the Community
Center Fund to monitor golf operating losses and tax subsidy.
Councilmember Solomon requested an amendment to the motion.
Motion by Councilmember Steve Solomon, seconded by Councilmember Rhonda Piña to amend the
main motion by approving the staff's recommendation regarding funding for the golf course improvements
and the Community Center.
Discussion continued amongst Council and staff regarding the motion to amend.
Motion by Councilmember Steve Solomon, seconded by Councilmember Rhonda Piña to amend the
main motion by approving the staff's recommendation regarding funding for the golf course improvements
and the Community Center.
Vote: 3 - 3 Failed
OPPOSED: Mayor Joseph C. Winfield
Vice-Mayor Melanie Barrett
Councilmember Josh Nicolson
Other: Councilmember Joyce Jones-Ivey (ABSTAIN)
Discussion continued amongst Council regarding the main motion.
Motion by Mayor Joseph C. Winfield, seconded by Vice-Mayor Melanie Barrett to amend the main motion
by postponing the motion to the next Special Session Town Council Meeting scheduled for 11-20-19.
Vote: 6 - 1 Carried
OPPOSED: Councilmember Steve Solomon
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FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
No future agenda items were requested.
CALL TO AUDIENCE
No comments were received.
EXECUTIVE SESSION - Pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(3), (A)(4) for legal advice with the Town attorneys,
discussion, and consultation with those attorneys and designated Town representatives, and possible instruction to
those attorneys and designated representatives about agreements related to the Town owned golf courses, HSL
and/or Home Owners’ Associations proximate to those courses.
Motion by Councilmember Bill Rodman, seconded by Councilmember Josh Nicolson to go into Executive
Session at 9:36 p.m. pursuant to ARS 38-431.03 (A)(3), (A)(4) for legal advice with the Town attorneys,
discussion, and consultation with those attorneys and designated Town representatives, and possible
instruction to those attorneys and designated representatives about agreements related to the Town owned
golf courses, HSL and/or Home Owners' Associations proximate to those courses.
Vote: 7 - 0 Carried
Mayor Winfield announced that the following staff members would join Council in Executive Session:
Town Manager Mary Jacobs, Assistant Town Manager Chris Cornelison, Town Attorney Gary Cohen and
Deputy Town Clerk Michelle Stine.
RESUME REGULAR SESSION
Mayor Winfield reconvened the regular session at 10:18 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Mayor Joseph C. Winfield, seconded by Councilmember Bill Rodman to adjourn the meeting
at 10:19 p.m.
Vote: 7 - 0 Carried
______________________________________
Patti Perez
Senior Office Specialist
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 of Oro Valley, Arizona held on the 6th day ot November 2019. I further certify that the
meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present.
Dated this ______ day of ___________________, 2019.
______________________________________________
Michelle Stine, MMC
Deputy Town Clerk
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Town Council Regular Session B.
Meeting Date:12/04/2019
Submitted By:Mike Standish, Town Clerk's Office
Department:Town Clerk's Office
SUBJECT:
Adoption of the 2020 regular Town Council meeting schedule
RECOMMENDATION:
N/A
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The attached document lists the proposed dates for regular meetings of the Town Council for 2020. If the Town
Council approves the 2020 regular Town Council meeting schedule, then Town Council will meet on the dates listed
in the attached meeting schedule.
BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION:
N/A
FISCAL IMPACT:
N/A
SUGGESTED MOTION:
I MOVE to approve the 2020 regular Town Council meeting schedule as presented.
or
I MOVE to approve the 2020 regular Town Council meeting schedule with the following modifications...
Attachments
2020 Town Council Regular Meeting Schedule
ORO VALLEY TOWN COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING SCHEDULE
2020
January 8, 2020 (2nd Wednesday)
January 22, 2020 (4th Wednesday)
February 5, 2020
February 19, 2020
March 4, 2020
March 18, 2020
April 1, 2020
April 15, 2020
May 6, 2020
May 20, 2020
June 3, 2020
June 17, 2020
July 1, 2020
July 15, 2020
August 5, 2020 SUMMER BREAK
August 19, 2020 SUMMER BREAK
September 2, 2020
September 16, 2020
October 7, 2020
October 21, 2020
November 4, 2020
November 18, 2020
December 2, 2020
December 16, 2020 HOLIDAY BREAK
Town Council Regular Session C.
Meeting Date:12/04/2019
Requested by: Bayer Vella, Community and Economic Development
Submitted By:Milini Simms, Community and Economic Development
Case Number: N/A
SUBJECT:
Ratify the Planning Division Work Plan for FY 19/20 - FY 20/21
RECOMMENDATION:
The Planning and Zoning Commission and the Historic Preservation Commission recommend approval.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The purpose of this item is to consider the Planning Division Work Plan for FY 19/20 - FY 20/21 (Attachment 1) as
currently required in Chapter 21.3.B.1 of Town Code. Specifically, the Planning and Zoning Commission "may
initiate and shall provide recommendations to the Town Council on the Planning Division Work Plan, which
outlines primary work objectives of the Planning Division."
Planning Division work plans are developed every two years to implement key goals of the General Plan, Town
Council Strategic Leadership Plan and other adopted policies. Specifically, staff uses this process to identify and
prioritize key projects that go above the day-to-day operations of the Planning Division.
The Planning Division's work plans typically include more work than staff can reasonably complete within 2 years;
as development review tasks and customer service will always be the division's top priorities. Work plan items are
derived from the Your Voice, Our Future General Plan, the Town Council's Strategic Leadership Plan and needs
identified by Town Council. Additionally, the Town Council and Planning and Zoning Commission occasionally
initiate new code amendments, which should be done within context of the work plan; however, together these
factors emphasize the importance for maintaining clear priorities relative to projects.
Items in the attached work plan are divided by timeframe for completion (short to long term) and prioritized based on
the Strategic Leadership Plan, complexity of the project and the amount of resources required for completion. Per
code, the Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) and the Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed the work
plan. The HPC did not have any changes (for minutes, see Attachment 2) and the Planning and Zoning
Commission recommended the following (for minutes, see Attachment 3):
Provide an annual update of the Town's progress for fulfilling the General Plan action items
Amend Section 22.4 to remove code requirements that are outdated and inconsistent with State Law
Re-prioritize the following items to occur earlier
Explore the design standards for custom homes
Align trainings for boards and commissions to onboard new members
Evaluate and recommend amendments to the Environmentally Sensitive Lands Ordinance (ESLO)
The Planning and Zoning Commission's changes are reflected in Attachment 1. In summary, both commissions
have recommended the Planning Division Work Plan to the Town Council, finding it is in conformance with the
General Plan.
BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION:
The Planning Division Work Plan is typically developed every two years. The previous
work plan was approved in June 2017 for FY17/18 - FY 18/19. The main purpose of the
work plan is to implement the Your Voice, Our Future General Plan. The General Plan
includes the goals, policies and actions that will fulfill the community's vision and guiding
principles. The General Plan was ratified by the voters in 2016 and has since been used
to guide all Town departments and land use decisions. The goals and policies in the
General Plan are prioritized every two years through the Town Council's Strategic
Leadership Plan.
The purpose of the work plan is to implement key goals of the General Plan, Strategic
Leadership Plan and other adopted policies. The work plan helps further identify and prioritize key projects beyond
the daily operations of the Planning Division. As such, the primary source for determining work plan items was the
Strategic Leadership Plan.
A. Proposed Work Plan (Attachment 1)
The Planning Division work plan identifies key projects for staff to complete during FY19/20 and FY20/21. The work
plan items are aligned with the Your Voice, Our Future General Plan, the Strategic Leadership Plan (SLP) and
needs identified by the Town Council.
Items in the work plan are divided by timeframe for completion (short to long term) and prioritized based on the
Strategic Leadership Plan (SLP), complexity and the amount of resources needed to complete each project. These
projects are in addition to the daily duties and functions of the Planning Division. Customer service and
development review continue to be the division's top priorities. Work plans typically include more work than staff
can complete within 2 years. As such, items prioritized last may not be completed within the two-year timeframe.
The complete work plan is included in Attachment 1 and the top priorities for each section are listed below.
Top Short-term Action Items
Proposed code amendments to the commercial and tech-park uses, the Economic Expansion Zone, noise
standards and odor abatement (SLP Goal 1A and 5A)
1.
Training new Commission and Board of Adjustment members (aligned with start date of new members)2.
Explore design standards for custom-built homes (initiated by Town Council)3.
Proposed code amendments to the design guidelines and standards (SLP Goal 5A)4.
Top Mid-term Action Items
Review and evaluate the effectiveness of the Environmentally Sensitive Lands Ordinance (SLP Goal 5A)1.
Anticipate needs for redevelopment of commercial centers by first working with the new owners of the Oro
Valley Marketplace to revitalize the center (SLP Goal 1B)
2.
Increase access to zoning information commonly requested from constituents (I.E. setbacks, building height)
by working with the IT Department to implement a new online mapping system (SLP Goal 6).
3.
Top Long-term Action Items
Increase accessibility of the Community Academy program by researching and possibly implementing
different methods of delivery (I.E. webinars, etc.)
1.
Update zoning code standards that may be outdated and were not completed from the previous work plan.
This includes Section 22.4 as recommended by the Planning and Zoning Commission.
2.
Increase pedestrian activity by creating a long-range transportation plan. 3.
B. Previous Work Plan Report Card (Attachment 4)
In preparation for the FY19/20 - FY20/21 work plan, the status of the previous work plan items was evaluated. The
previous work plan was also based on the goals and policies of the General Plan and the previously approved
Strategic Leadership Plan (2017-2019). A report card with the status of each item is included in Attachment 4 and
a summary is provided below.
Amount of items on the work plan: 26
Completed items: 7
Several code amendments regarding signs, setbacks, communication facilities
Consolidation of the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Conceptual Design Review Board to
increase efficiency in development review
Market studies for economic vitality (partially completed through the Comprehensive Economic
Development Strategy, CEDS)
Expanding the Economic Expansion Zone (EEZ) to include all Tech-Park zoned properties
Items in progress and aligned with the current Strategic Leadership Plan: 12
Code amendments such as tech-park and commercial uses, odor abatement and design standards,
development review process and the Economic Expansion Zone
Review and recommendations for potential code amendments to the Environmentally Sensitive Lands
Ordinance
Anticipation of needs for redevelopment
Blueprint for the annexation process and strategy (please note, per the SLP, this item is being
overseen and led by the Town Manager's Office).
Future items: 7
Creating special sign allowances for unique districts and Main Streets were not initiated through the
Strategic Leadership Plan.
Code amendments such as allowances for small farm animals and parking standards. Parking
standards have been added to the FY19/20 - FY20/21 work plan.
A code amendment for accessory use standards was halted due to a change in State Law regarding
rentals.
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
Per section 21.9.B.1 of Town Code, the Historic Preservation Commission reviews the Planning Division Work Plan
specifically for cultural resource items. During their regular meeting on November 4, 2019, the Commission
recommended to Council the work plan as proposed (for minutes, see Attachment 2).
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
The Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed the Planning Division Work Plan during their regular meeting on
November 5, 2019 (for minutes, see Attachment 3). The Commission recommended the work plan to the Town
Council with the following revisions:
Add the following items to the work plan
Provide an annual update of the Town's progress for fulfilling the General Plan action items
Amend Section 22.4 to remove code requirements that are outdated and inconsistent with State Law
Re-prioritize the following proposed items to occur earlier:
Explore the design standards for custom homes
Align trainings for boards and commissions to onboard new members
Evaluate and recommend amendments to the Environmentally Sensitive Lands Ordinance (ESLO)
The aforementioned items were added to the work plan and re-prioritized accordingly. Please note, the review of
ESLO is still proposed as a mid-term action item since the scope of work has expanded from Saguaro preservation
methods to a review of the effectiveness of the entire code section (as directed by the Strategic Leadership Plan).
Work has already commenced on this item and recommendations are anticipated for consideration by Town Council
in FY20/21.
SUMMARY AND CONCLUSION:
Every two years, the Planning Division develops a work plan with the main purpose of implementing the Your
Voice, Our Future General Plan. The primary source for work plan items is the Town Council's Strategic Leadership
Plan, which provides further direction for implementing the General Plan. The proposed work plan (Attachment 1)
includes key projects for the Planning Division to complete, in addition to the division's daily functions (e.g.
customer service and development review).
The work plan is structured by timeframe and priority based on the complexity and resources needed to complete
each project. Per code, the Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) and the Planning and Zoning Commission
reviewed the work plan. The HPC recommended the plan without changes to the Town Council, while the Planning
and Zoning Commission's recommended changes are reflected in Attachment 1.
FISCAL IMPACT:
N/A
N/A
SUGGESTED MOTION:
I MOVE to ratify the Planning Division Work Plan for FY19/20 - FY20/21.
OR
I MOVE to deny the Planning Division Work Plan for FY 19/20- FY 20/21.
Attachments
ATTACHMENT 1- WORK PLAN FY19/20-FY20/21
ATTACHMENT 2- DRAFT HPC MINUTES 11.4.19
ATTACHMENT 3- DRAFT PZC MINUTES 11.5.19
ATTACHMENT 4- REPORT CARD
Planning Division Work Plan: FY 19/20 - FY20/21
FOCUS
AREA
NEED PROPOSED SOLUTION PRIORITY SOURCE SHORT- TERM ACTION ITEMS ECONOMIC VITALITY Develop strategies to expand
available properties for primary
employment
Update the zoning code to allow low impact, primary
employment uses (Tech-Park uses) in commercial
zones.
1 – In progress SLP: Goal 1A
YVOF:
Community
Update the zoning code to permit “shovel-ready” sites
for properties located in the Economic Expansion Zone
(EEZ) only.
1- In progress LAND USE AND DESIGN Ensure quality development while
maintaining and enhancing the
character of the community
Review and recommend updates to noise and odor
abatement sections of code.
1- In progress SLP: Goal 5A
YVOF:
Community
Review and recommend updates to the design
standards.
4- FY19/20
Review and recommend updates to the grading
ordinance section
5- FY20/21 Initiation by
Town Council or
PZC Explore design standards for custom built homes 3- FY19/20 PROCESS IMPROVEMENTS Improve efficiency in the
development review process
Identify inefficiencies and solutions within the planning
and permitted procedures.
7- FY19/20 SLP: Goal 1D
YVOF: Economy
Complete the transition to electronic plan submittal and
review
6- FY19/20
Update the zoning code to establish a more efficient
development review process.
8- FY20/21
Increase efficiency and effectiveness
of boards and commissions
Train new Commission and Board of Adjustment
members
2- FY20/21 SLP: Goal 6B
Uphold fulfilling the community’s
vision as a top priority
Provide an annual update of the Town’s progress for
fulfilling the General Plan’s action items.
Annual SLP: Goal 6B
Initiated by PZC MID -TERM ACTION ITEMS ECONOMIC VITATLITY Anticipate needs for redevelopment
of commercial centers
Work with the owner of the Oro Valley Marketplace to
revitalize center by creating spaces and uses to gain a
critical mass
2- FY19/20 SLP: Goal 1B
YVOF:
Community
Update the zoning code standards for parking in
anticipation of future transportation needs.
5- FY20/21
Use form-based code to create public spaces in existing
commercial activity nodes
6- FY20/21 LAND USE DESIGN Review and evaluate the
effectiveness of the Environmentally
Sensitive Lands Ordinance (ESLO)
Update the zoning code to address any unintended
consequences of ESL and require best practices for
conservation and plant protection.
1- In progress
(FY20/21)
SLP: Goal 5A
YVOF:
Environment
ATTACHMENT 1
PROCESS IMPROVEMENTS TS Increase access to zoning
information commonly requested
from constituents
Work with the IT Department to review new software to
implement a new online map system for retrieving
information both externally and internally
3- FY20/21 SLP: Goal 6B
Update the zoning code to be more
user-friendly for all audiences
Review the zoning code for uniform language and
graphics. Amend the code as needed to reduce
confusion.
4-FY20/21 SLP: Goal 6B LONG -TERM ACTION ITEMS ECONOMIC VITALITY Increase pedestrian activity Create a transportation plan to include complete street
elements and anticipate future transportation needs
throughout the Town.
3- FY20/21 YVOF:
Development LAND USE AND DESIGN Update zoning code standards that
may be outdated
Evaluate and review the following code sections for
potential updates:
Lighting code
Accessory use standards
PRD and PAD standards
Site delivered home definition/allowance
Zoning Conformance to the General Plan
2- FY20/21 PROCESS IMPROVEMENTS Increase accessibility of the
Community Academy for all
members of the community.
Research different technologies or methods to expand
the Community Academy program online or more often,
throughout the year.
1- FY20/21
D R A F T
MINUTES
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
REGULAR SESSION
November 4, 2019
HOPI CONFERENCE ROOM
11000 N. LA CAÑADA DRIVE
REGULAR SESSION AT OR AFTER 5:00 PM
Meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. by Chair Dan Huff.
CALL TO ORDER
Meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present: Michael Wilson, Commissioner
Dan Huff, Chair
Dan Biel, Vice Chair
Timothy Bohen, Commissioner
Steve Hannestad, Commissioner
Gail Munden, Commissioner
Susan Kalasunas, Commissioner
CALL TO AUDIENCE - at this time, any member of the public is allowed to address the Commission on any
issue not listed on today’s agenda. Pursuant to the Arizona open meeting law, individual Commission
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 Commission 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.
N/A.
COUNCIL LIAISON COMMENTS
Council Liaison Solomon provided some background information on the Town's golf course funding.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
1. Current information for Historic Preservation Commissioners
2. Report from the Oro Valley Historical Society President
3. Report from Gail Munden, HPC Liaison to the Oro Valley Historical Society
Ms. Lynanne Dellerman briefly reviewed this meeting's attachment.
Ms. Lynanne Dellerman briefly reviewed this meeting's attachment.
Commissioner Michael Wilson thanked Ms. Dellerman for her assistance in providing Commissioner
Wilson with precise information on Historical Sites.
Oro Valley resident Paul Loomis provided the report for the Oro Valley Historical Society in lieu of
President Roxy Johnson's absence.
REGULAR SESSION AGENDA
1.DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING THE PLANNING DIVISION WORK PLAN FOR FY
19/20 - FY 20/21
Planning and Zoning Manager Bayer Vella presented the Planning Work Plan for fiscal years 2019-2020
& 2020-2021. Mr. Vella stated that they meet with the Historical Preservation Commission to seek
recommendations with respect to what they are planning on doing. Mr. Vella stated that they are currently
looking to see if there are any zoning restrictions and/or strategies, with respect to any historical sites to
esnyre they are treated correctly. The code section has been updated for environmental and land
resources.
Commissioner Munden asked if there are any Zoning restrictions for the Steam Pump Ranch. Ms.
Dellerman stated that there are currently no zoning issues at the Steam Pump Ranch, however, should
there be any present, Ms. Dellerman will refer them to Mr. Vella.
2.REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF THE OCTOBER 7, 2019 REGULAR SESSION MEETING MINUTES
Motion by Commissioner Timothy Bohen, seconded by Commissioner Steve Hannestad
Vote: 7 - 0 Carried
Ms. Dellerman asked that the minutes on the reporting section be reviewed and modified.
Ms. Dellerman asked Commissioner Biel to then check the minutes portion for his section be reviewed.
3.DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON THE PUBLIC PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP FOR THE
RENOVATION OF THE PROCTER LEIBER HOUSE
Motion by Commissioner Steve Hannestad, seconded by Commissioner Gail Munden
Vote: 7 - 0 Carried
Ms. Dellerman concisely reviewed what a request for proposal is.
Vice-Chair Biel stated that the Town can have different opportunities.
Commissioner Gail Munden clarified that the request for proposal is open to the public. Commissioner
Hannestad stated that the board can encourage parties to bid into the request for proposal.
Commissioner Wilson asked if the board would be a part of the request for proposal process. Ms.
Dellerman stated that the Town would initiate the process and the commission would then receive the
proposals for review.
Commissioner Munden stated that she does not see how this process will work. Vice Chair Biel said that
this process is similar to that of an auction.
Commissioner Hannestad asked if the commission wants to go in the direction of a request for
Commissioner Hannestad asked if the commission wants to go in the direction of a request for
proposal, or if they want to go in a charitable direction. Commissioner Hannestad shared his experience
with government and non-profits. Commissioner Hannestad stated the Town could lose control of the
Proctor-Leiber house if they turn it over to a private partnership, and provided an example of how the
government lost a building leased on a request for proposal.
Commissioner Hannestad stated that the commission should look at donations before setting out a
request for proposal. Commissioner Hannestad recommended that this item be tabled until our vacant
Finance Department positions are filled.
Vice Chair Biel stated that a request for proposal can be turned down if it does not meet the Town and
the public's best interest.
Commissioner Hannestad shared that it is easier to lose control this way.
Chair Huff stated that he would not support anything that would not allow the Town to govern, and is
supportive in moving the process along.
Ms. Dellerman stated that another option is a request for information which is a precursor to the request
for proposal. Ms. Dellerman shared that the Town does not have discretionary funds nor is there enough
support from the community to have the repairs completed.
Commissioner Wilson shared that he has a higher interest in the request for information process.
Commissioner Bohen asked Commissioner Hannestad to share any other concerns that could arise.
Commissioner Hannestad shared his concerns. Commissioner Hannestad shared that a request for
information can allow the commission to reduce the responders for the request for proposal.
Commissioner Hannestad shared that if the Finance Department is short of leadership, the item should
be tabled for 6 months.
Commissioner Munden shared that she does not believe this item should be tabled, and that the request
for information should start.
Motion to request an RFI for Steam Pump Ranch by Commissioner Hannestad, Seconded by Gail
Munden.
4.REPORT PROVIDING MORE INFORMATION ON LAST MONTH'S CALL TO THE AUDIENCE
COMMENT FROM TRACEY ALEXANDER
Ms. Dellerman shared that Tracey Alexander has not yet petitioned to the Board of Adjustments. Utilizing
an architect to meet the historical items.
Oro Valley Resident Tracey Alexander shared information on their home and the challenges they are
facing with the garage. Ms. Alexander shared the options they have available for their garage
modification. Ms. Alexander also shared the requirements that the Board of Adjustments has in place.
Ms. Alexander referred to the attachments she provided the board throughout her presentation.
Oro Valley Resident Tracey Alexander shared the following:
Purchased the home in February, built in 1959 by Thomas Gist- other homes have been preserved
The house was being looked at as being added to the local historical registry as the first private
residence
the permit was submitted with the Town and the application was denied due to the setbacks
Alexanders are looking to go to the Board of Adjustments to ask for a 5 ft variance
Alexanders have spoken to Patty Hayes
Options they have are to :
Build a garage
enclosing the carport but the roof is rotting
apply for 5 ft variance
Provided some information on the Gist style
Provided some information on the Gist style
Shared that there is an application at the State level for the Gist Style, including their home
Commissioner Munden shared that it is a hog nose if the garage door faces the street.
Mrs. Alexander asked the commission to write individual letters to the Town reiterating what Mrs.
Alexander shared with the commission. Mrs. Alexander would like to include the letters with their Board of
Adjustments application. She asked the commission to have the letters ready by the second week of
November.
Ms. Dellerman clarified that this item is a discussion item only, and that a motion cannot be made at this
time.
Commissioner Munden asked if they can get a two-car garage. In response, Ms. Alexander shared that
they would have to build over the wall.
Commissioner Hannestad asked legal if it is improper for a quorum to writing one letter.
Councilman Solomon shared the meeting date for the next Board of Adjustment meeting of December 17,
2019 at 3:00 p.m. Councilman Solomon asked Mrs. Alexander for clarification on what the Planning &
Zoning staff provided her with.
5.DEPARTMENT REPORT BY MS. LYNANNE DELLERMAN
Ms. Dellerman reported the following:
Shared that revenued funds need to go back to the fund they came from.
Monster Mash revenued around seven thousand dollars
Haunted Hayrides revenued $500
First Friday Night Concert Series at Steam Pump Ranch have brought in 500 people on average in
attendance
Celebrate Oro Valley will be held on April 11, 2020 and asked the commission for assistance in
manning the HPC Booth
North-east room of the Pusche House as their office
February meeting needs to be discussed next month
Discussion with the Historical Society for a design map of Steam Pump Ranch
Field trip request from a homeschool group
Commissioner Munden asked Ms. Dellerman to clarify the first reporting item of funds. Ms. Dellerman
clarified that revenued monies cannot be allocated to different funds from the account that was utilized to
host the event, unless an outside agency says otherwise.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
The Historic Preservation Commission may bring forth general topics for future meeting agendas. Discussion must
be limited to clarification. The next Historic Preservation Commission meeting tentatively scheduled for Monday,
December 2, 2019 to begin at 5:00 p.m.
Action item for February 2020 meeting
Discussion and possible action for an outside field trip
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Commissioner Gail Munden, seconded by Commissioner Timothy Bohen
Vote: 7 - 0 Carried
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 Historic Preservation Commission of Oro Valley, Arizona held on the ____ day of
____________________, 2019. I further certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was
present.
Dated this _____ day of ____________________, 2019.
___________________________
Maritza Valenzuela
Senior Office Specialist
D R A F T
MINUTES
ORO VALLEY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
REGULAR SESSION
November 5, 2019
ORO VALLEY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
11000 N. LA CAÑADA DRIVE
REGULAR SESSION AT OR AFTER 6:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Swope called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present: Bob Swope, Chair
Hal Bergsma, Commissioner
Celeste Gambill, Commissioner
Thomas Gribb, Commissioner
Ellen Hong, Commissioner
Skeet Posey, Commissioner
Staff Present:Bill Rodman, Town Council Liaison
Bayer Vella, Planning Manager
Joe Andrews, Chief Civil Deputy Attorney
J.J. Johnston, Community and Economic Development Director
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chair Swope led the Commission and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
CALL TO AUDIENCE
No speaker requests.
COUNCIL LIAISON COMMENTS
Council Liaison Bill Rodman provided updates on past and upcoming Council meetings.
REGULAR SESSION AGENDA
1.REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF THE SEPTEMBER 10, 2019 SPECIAL SESSION MEETING MINUTES
Motion by Commissioner Hal Bergsma, seconded by Commissioner Skeet Posey to approve the
September 10, 2019 meeting minutes as written.
Vote: 6 - 0 Carried
2.DISCUSSION REGARDING PROPOSED CODE AMENDMENTS TO C-1, C-2, AND TECHNOLOGICAL
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2.DISCUSSION REGARDING PROPOSED CODE AMENDMENTS TO C-1, C-2, AND TECHNOLOGICAL
PARK ZONING DISTRICTS, IN ORDER TO EXPAND THE AMOUNT OF AVAILABLE PROPERTY FOR
PRIMARY EMPLOYMENT USES AND REVISE ASSOCIATED DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
Principal Planner Milini Simms provided a presentation that included the following:
- Purpose
- Background
- Expand Amount of Available Property
- Revise Development Standards for Consistency
- Revise Specific Use Standards
- Summary and Feedback
Discussion ensued among Commission and staff.
Chair Swope granted a public speaker request: Oro Valley resident Shirl Lamonna spoke as opposed to
Agenda Item #2 as it is currently written.
3.DISCUSSION REGARDING A PROPOSED ZONING CODE AMENDMENT TO THE ECONOMIC
EXPANSION ZONE, SECTION 24.9 AND SECTION 22.10
Principal Planner Milini Simms provided a presentation that included the following:
- Purpose
- Background on Economic Expansion Zone
- Allow Shovel-ready Sites
- Refine Development Review and Approval Process
- Summary and Feedback
Discussion ensued among the Commission and staff.
4.DISCUSSION REGARDING THE TOWN’S PROGRESS ON IMPLEMENTING THE YOUR VOICE, OUR
FUTURE GENERAL PLAN
Principal Planner Milini Simms provided a presentation that included the following:
- Purpose
- Importance of Progress Report
- Implementing the General Plan
- Land Use and Zoning Tasks
- Environment Use and Zoning Actions
- Development Land Use and Zoning Actions
- Current Planning Projects
- Summary
Discussion ensued among the Commission and staff.
5.DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING THE PLANNING DIVISION WORK PLAN FOR FY
19/20 - FY 20/21
Planning Manager Bayer Vella provided a presentation that included the following:
- Purpose
- Commission Role
- Planning Work Plan
- Short-term Action Items
- Previous Work Plan
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- Summary
Discussion ensued among the Commission and staff.
Motion by Commissioner Hal Bergsma, seconded by Commissioner Skeet Posey to recommend approval
of the Planning Division Work Plan FY19/20 - FY20/21 with the following changes: (1) add provision under
short-term action items to do an annual review of the General Plan progress report; (2) add an amendment
to Section 22.4 of the Zoning Code to ensure compliance with State Law; and (3) increase priority of new
Planning Commission training.
Motion by Chair Bob Swope, a Friendly Amendment to heighten the priorities of the design standards for
custom-built homes and ESL review to the short-term action items category.
The Friendly Amendment was accepted by both the Motioner and Seconder.
Vote: 6 - 0 Carried
6.DISCUSSION ONLY REGARDING RECENT CHANGES TO TOWN CODE SECTION 3-6-6 LIAISON AND
TOWN COUNCIL POLICIES 5 AND 8 REGARDING ADVISORY BOARDS AND ASSOCIATED COUNCIL
LIAISONS
Chair Swope inquired about the motivation for this change. Commissioner Bergsma asked for clarification
in speaking to elected officials as a resident. Continued discussion ensued between the Commission and
staff.
PLANNING UPDATE (INFORMATIONAL ONLY)
Planning Manager Bayer Vella complemented Principal Planner Milini Simms for her successful leadership
of the Community Academy this year and expects many great applications for the boards and
commissions. He also spoke about upcoming cases for the next Commission agenda on December 3,
2019.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Commissioner Skeet Posey, seconded by Commissioner Hal Bergsma to adjourn the meeting.
Chair Swope adjourned the meeting at 8:23 p.m.
Vote: 6 - 0 Carried
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 Planning and Zoning Commission of Oro Valley, Arizona held on the 5th day of November,
2019. I further certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present.
Dated this 7th day of November, 2019.
___________________________
Jeanna Ancona
Senior Office Specialist
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Planning Divisi on Work Plan Jul 2017 – Jun 2019
Report Card PROJECT TASKS STATUS COMMENTS LONG-RANGE PLANNING Main Streets Main Streets Improvement Plan
Progress was made on the design and
stakeholder outreach. However, the
project was not continued through
the Strategic Leadership Plan.
This project was not continued through the Strategic
Leadership Plan. No further action at this time.
Designs and improvements
Economic
Growth
Analysis
Commercial broker roundtable
and report
Complete As part of the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy
(CEDS), interviews with key stakeholders and market trend
research was conducted. Targeted industry and business
study
Complete
Commercial/employment ratio
study
In progress as supported by the
Strategic Leadership Plan
Goal 1 in the Strategic Leadership Plan directs staff to explore
challenges and opportunities for attracting and retaining
commercial businesses. Further direction and implementation
will be derived from the CEDS Plan.
Annexation
Strategy
Define annexation process and
strategy
In progress as directed by the
Strategic Leadership Plan
Goal 1C in the Strategic Leadership Plan directs staff to
develop a blueprint for annexation. This strategy is being led
by the Town Manager’s Office with the assistance of other
affected departments. Evaluate Planning tools and
participation
Require Annexation Impact
Assessment PROCESS IMPROVEMENTS Development
Review
Expand Economic Expansion
Zone (EEZ) area
Complete with further direction
provided by the Strategic Leadership
Plan
A code amendment was approved in March 2018 to expand
areas covered by EEZ. The code is currently being updated to
allow developments in EEZ to create “shovel ready” sites. This
is strategy for accomplishing goals of both the CEDS and
Strategic Leadership Plan. It is tentatively scheduled for
Council consideration in January 2020.
Consolidate CDRB and PZC Complete A code amendment was approved in June 2017.
Streamline, consolidate review
process
In progress as supported by the
Strategic Leadership Plan
Goal 1D directs staff to review planning and permitting
processes for improving Town responsiveness correlated with
business attraction and investments. A code amendment for
the development review process is currently being drafted.
Update zoning code In progress as supported by the
Strategic Leadership Plan
Although not a direct objective, the Strategic Leadership Plan’s
Focus Area 6 aims to increase effectiveness and efficiency of
the community’s ability to access Town information. As such,
the code is being updated to be more user-friendly.
Attachment 4
Sign Code
Special allowances for unique
districts
Recommended as an item for a future
strategic plan or work plan.
This project was not initiated through the Strategic Leadership
Plan. Staff approval process for signs Revise processes and update
zoning code
Complete A code amendment to update the sign code in compliance
with new Federal and State laws was approved in June 2019. Zoning Code
Maintenance
Projections into setbacks Complete A code amendment was approved in September 2018. Communication facilities Complete Multiple code amendments have been approved for compliance
with Federal laws. Odor abatement In progress as directed by the
Strategic Leadership Plan
Goal 5A directs staff to review and recommend updates to the
odor section of code. A code amendment is being drafted for
possible consideration in January 2020. Tenant exceptions In progress as supported by the
Strategic Leadership Plan
Goal 1 in the Strategic Leadership Plan directs staff to explore
challenges and opportunities for attracting and retaining
commercial businesses. Further direction and implementation
will be derived from the CEDS Plan. Parking standards This item has been added to the
Planning FY 19/20-FY 20/21 Work Plan Residential allowance for small
farm animals
Recommended as an item for a future
strategic plan or work plan.
Accessory use standards This project was halted due to changes
in State Law regarding rentals.
LAND USE AND DEVELOPMENT ESL Evaluation
Review and evaluate results
from ESL for potential zoning
code updates
In progress as supported by the
Strategic Leadership Plan
Goal 5A in the Strategic Leadership Plan directs staff to review
and evaluate the effectiveness of ESL. Staff is currently evaluating
the code section, identifying needs and researching best practices
for conservation.
Infill and
Redevelopment
Anticipate needs for
redevelopment
In progress as supported by the
Strategic Leadership Plan
Goal 1 in the Strategic Leadership Plan directs staff to explore
challenges and opportunities for attracting and retaining
commercial businesses. Further direction and implementation
will be derived from the CEDS Plan.
Analyze designated growth areas
In progress supported by the Strategic
Leadership Plan.
Design
Standards
Study various standards:
Site design, Architecture,
materials and color, Light-
reflective value Compatibility
In progress as supported by the
Strategic Leadership Plan
Goal 5A directs staff to review and recommend updates to the
residential design standards. As part of this directive, staff will be
reviewing the design standards in their entirety and
recommending updates for non-residential and multi-family as
well.
Town Council Regular Session D.
Meeting Date:12/04/2019
Requested by: Mike Standish Submitted By:Michelle Stine, Town Clerk's Office
Department:Town Clerk's Office
SUBJECT:
(Re)appointments to any or all of the various boards and commissions: Board of Adjustment (BOA), Budget and
Finance Commission (BFC), Historic Preservation Commission (HPC), Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
(PRAB), Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC), Stormwater Utility Commission (SWUC), Water Utility
Commission (WUC), and PAG Regional Transportation Authority Environmental Planning Advisory Committee
(PAG - EPAC) (Packet materials updated 12-4-19 @ 11:15 am)
RECOMMENDATION:
Outlined below is information for each board and commission in regard to appointment recommendations and
reappointment requests.
Board of Adjustment (BOA)
BOA has five members whose terms expire 12/31/19. The following eligible members have requested
reappointment.
Octavio Barcelo
Helen Dankwerth
Stephen Roach
David Perkins
The BOA interview panel has recommended the following appointment:
Mary Murphy
Budget and Finance Commission (BFC)
The BFC interview panel has recommended the following appointment:
Michael Mason
Historic Preservation Commission (HPC)
The HPC interview panel has recommended the following appointment:
Eric Thomae
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (PRAB)
PRAB has three members whose terms expire on 12/31/19. The following eligible members have requested
reappointment.
Gary Temple
Philip Saletta
The PRAB interview panel has recommended the following appointment:
Matthew Wood
Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC)
PZC has four members whose terms expire on 12/31/19. The following eligible member has requested
reappointment.
"Skeet" Sharolyn Posey
The PZC interview panel has recommended the following appointments.
Neal Herst
Jacob Herrington
Daniel Sturmon
Stormwater Utility Commission (SWUC)
SWUC has two members whose terms expire on 12/31/19. The following eligible members have requested
reappointment.
Joan Brown
Jack Stinnett
Water Utility Commission (WUC)
WUC has four member whose terms expire 12/31/19. The following eligible members have requested
reappointment.
Robert Milkey
Chuck Hollingsworth
Byron McMillan
The WUC interview panel has recommended the following appointment.
Clarence Marek
PAG Regional Transportation Authority's Environmental Planning Advisory Committee (PAG-EPAC)
PAG-EPAC has one member whose term expires on 12/31/19. The following eligible member has requested
reappointment.
Georgia Pennington
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
N/A
BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION:
The requests for reappointment and the applications for the prospective new board and commission members are
attached.
FISCAL IMPACT:
N/A
SUGGESTED MOTION:
I MOVE that the following appointments to the BOA, PRAB, PZC, SWUC, WUC and PAG EPAC be made effective
January 1, 2020 and the BFC and the HPC appointments be made effective December 5, 2019.
Board of Adjustment (BOA)
Octavio Barcelo for a term expiring December 31, 2021
Helen Dankwerth for a term expiring December 31, 2021
Stephen Roach for a term expiring December 31, 2021
David Perkins for a term expiring December 31, 2021
Mary Murphy for a term expiring December 31, 2021
Budget and Finance Commission (BFC)
Michael Mason for a partial term expiring December 31, 2021
Historic Preservation Commission (HPC)
Eric Thomae for a partial term expiring December 31, 2021
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (PRAB)
Gary Temple for a term expiring December 31, 2021
Philip Saletta for a term expiring December 31, 2021
Matthew Wood for a term expiring December 31, 2021
Planning and Zoning Commission (PZC)
"Skeet" Sharolyn Posey for a term expiring December 31, 2021
Neal Herst for a term expiring December 31, 2021
Jacob Herrington for a term expiring December 31, 2021
Daniel Sturmon for a term expiring December 31, 2021
Stormwater Utility Commission (SWUC)
Joan Brown for a term expiring December 31, 2021
Jack Stinnett for a term expiring December 31, 2021
Water Utility Commission (WUC)
Clarence Marek for a term expiring December 31, 2022
Robert Milkey for a term expiring December 31, 2022
Chuck Hollingsworth for a term expiring December 31, 2022
Byron McMillan for a term expiring December 31, 2022
PAG Regional Transportation Authority's Environmental Planning Advisory Committee (PAG-EPAC)
Georgia Pennington for a term expiring December 31, 2021
Attachments
Reappointment Requests
Applications
Applications 12-4
Town Council Regular Session E.
Meeting Date:12/04/2019
Submitted By:Chris Cornelison, Town Manager's Office
Department:Town Manager's Office
SUBJECT:
Resolution No. (R)19-57, approving the Town's Legislative Agenda, protocols guiding the Town’s priorities for the
2020 legislative session and any lobbying activities
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Tonight's agenda item represents a general Town of Oro Valley Legislative Agenda covering state and federal
issues. This agenda identifies the recommended legislative priorities of the Town in the upcoming state legislative
session and will guide the Town's requests and lobbying activities.
Although the Legislative Agenda should remain flexible due to the unknown nature of bills introduced in the State
Legislature, the general concepts and direction are provided here for Council discussion and approval. More
specific information can be provided, as desired and necessary, after bills are actually introduced. The issues
discussed in this report are based on the needs of the Town and what is known about anticipated legislation.
Town staff and the Council Legislative Liaison will work closely throughout the legislative session in addressing a
variety of issues and bills that may arise.
BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION:
Town staff and the Council liaison will work closely throughout the legislative session in addressing a variety of
issues and bills that may arise.
Council Policy
In 2008, the Town Council established protocol for the legislative efforts of the Town by approving the general
Legislative Agenda through a resolution and adoption of a Council Communication that describes specific
components of the legislative program. A basic principle in any lobbying effort is to speak with one voice, so this
resolution establishes guidelines for those who represent the Town.
For state legislative efforts, the Council uses staff and designates a Councilmember as Council Liaison to legislative
districts 9 and 11. The Mayor also frequently interacts with other elected officials at all levels of government during
the course of his duties and works with staff in ensuring any legislative efforts regionally, statewide or federally are
coordinated in accordance with the Council-adopted agenda.
League of Arizona Cities and Towns
The Town’s intergovernmental liaison works closely with the League of Arizona Cities and Towns, specifically
regarding state legislative issues with a strength-in-numbers approach to common interest legislation. The state
legislative agenda is developed through involvement in the League resolutions process. The Mayor represents the
Town of Oro Valley as a voting member of the Resolutions Committee, which is comprised of mayors from most
Arizona municipalities. The adopted League resolutions and Municipal Policy Statement, included as Attachment 3,
represent the mutual interests of Arizona cities and towns, and will guide the League in its lobbying efforts on
behalf of all cities and towns in the state.
The 54th State Legislature
Staff will provide members of the Council with an updated version of "The Green Book," the Arizona Capitol Times
guide to the Legislature, as soon as it becomes available.
State Legislative Calendar / Process
The Legislature typically operates on a 100-day calendar; however, the Governor also has the authority to call the
Legislature into session to address specific issues. The 2nd Regular Session of the 54th Legislature will begin on
Monday, January 13, 2020. Furthermore, the Legislature typically conducts business Monday through Thursday.
The target date for the end of the regular session is April 22, 2020.
Over 1,000 bills are introduced in the Legislature each session. In the Senate, all bills must be introduced within
three weeks of the start of the session (January 13, 2020), and in the House, bills must be introduced within four
weeks. As a result, all bills will be introduced prior to February 10, 2020, although there are provisions that allow
members to submit bill amendments throughout the session, which effectively means that a bill with co-sponsors
can be introduced at any time during the regular session.
FISCAL IMPACT:
N/A
SUGGESTED MOTION:
I MOVE to (adopt or deny) Resolution No. (R)19-57, approving the Town's Legislative Agenda and protocols
guiding the Town's priorities for the upcoming legislative session and any lobbying activities.
Attachments
(R)19-57 Legislative Agenda Resolution
2019 Municipal Policy Statement
RESOLUTION NO. (R)19-57
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE
TOWN OF ORO VALLEY, ARIZONA, APPROVING THE
LEGISLATIVE AGENDA OF THE TOWN AND PROTOCOLS
GUIDING THE TOWN’S PRIORITIES FOR THE UPCOMING
LEGISLATIVE SESSION AND ANY LOBBYING ACTIVITIES
WHEREAS, a major objective of the Town Council is to adopt an legislative program
which strengthens local government, promotes Town goals and defends the Town against
legislative actions by State and Federal governments that would weaken local
government and/or take away traditional revenue sources; and
WHEREAS, it is vital to the fiscal health and the self determination of the Town to
effectively communicate with State Legislators and Federal representatives in order to
favorably influence State and Federal legislation, regulations and grant requests; and
WHEREAS, actions taken by the Pima County Board of Supervisors have a direct
impact upon the quality of life in Oro Valley, and it is imperative that the Town maintain
quality communications with Pima Co unty; and
WHEREAS, the League of Arizona Cities and Towns conducts a legislative analysis and
advocacy program on behalf of cities and towns for State issues, which is governed
annually by the League resolutions process adopted by cities around the state at the
annual conference each fall; and
WHEREAS, the Town desires to be proactive and involved in governmental decision
making processes directly affecting the Town legislative priorities identified in the
Council Communication dated December 4, 2019, and the League of Arizona Cities and
Towns legislative priorities identified in Exhibit “A,” and other selected issues as may
from time to time be recommended by the League of Arizona Cities and Towns; and
WHEREAS, a key component of the Town’s legislative p rogram is face to face meetings
between Town representatives and elected officials at the Federal, State and County
levels, and coordination with similar efforts made by other regional and local entities
such as the Pima Association of Governments (PAG), and Sun Corridor, Inc. (formerly
Tucson Regional Economic Opportunities, Inc. or TREO ).
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Town
of Oro Valley, Arizona that the Town Council of Oro Valley does hereby establish the
Legislative Agenda for 2020, as set forth in the Council Communication dated December
4, 2019 and authorizes staff to take positions on legislation generally consistent with the
Legislative Agenda and such other resolutions and recommendations that from time to
time may be presented to the Town.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Town staff is directed to schedule meetings, as
appropriate and convenient, with our congressional, state, county and other local officials
to discuss and promote the Town’s legislative program, and to continue efforts to
improve communications and relationships with the Pima County Board of Supervisors
and cities around the state to further our interests in land use, water, transportation,
economic development, and public services to our residents.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Mayor and Town Council of the Town of Oro Valley,
Arizona, this 4th day of December, 2019.
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”
Town Council Regular Session 1.
Meeting Date:12/04/2019
Submitted By:Mike Standish, Town Clerk's Office
Department:Town Clerk's Office
SUBJECT:
NOMINATION AND ELECTION OF VICE MAYOR
RECOMMENDATION:
N/A
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Section 2-1-4 of the Oro Valley Town Code states, "at the first regular meeting in December of each calendar year,
the Town Council shall elect one of its members as Vice Mayor by a majority vote."
BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION:
Mayor Winfield will open and close nominations. All Councilmembers are eligible for consideration.
FISCAL IMPACT:
N/A
SUGGESTED MOTION:
I MOVE to elect _________________ as Vice Mayor.
Attachments
No file(s) attached.
Town Council Regular Session 2. A.
Meeting Date:12/04/2019
Submitted By:Amanda Jacobs, Town Manager's Office
Department:Town Manager's Office
SUBJECT:
RESOLUTION NO. (R)19-56, DECLARING THE PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE VARIOUS SECTIONS OF
THE SPECIAL EVENTS SECTION OF THE ORO VALLEY TOWN CODE, PROVIDED AS EXHIBIT "A" WITHIN
THE ATTACHED RESOLUTION AND FILED WITH THE TOWN CLERK, A PUBLIC RECORD
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
This item is a procedural matter to declare the draft ordinance a matter of public record. The draft ordinance has
been posted online and made available in the Town Clerk's Office. If the final version is adopted, as approved by
Town Council, it will be made available in the same manner.
BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION:
Once adopted by Town Council, this proposed resolution will become a public record and will save the Town on
advertising costs since the Town will forgo publishing the entire draft ordinance in print form. The current draft
version of the ordinance has been posted on the Town's website and a printed copy is available for public review in
the Town Clerk's Office. Once adopted, the final version will be published on the Town's website.
FISCAL IMPACT:
N/A
SUGGESTED MOTION:
I MOVE to (adopt or deny) Resolution No. (R)19-56, declaring the proposed amendments to various sections of the
Special Events Code of the Oro Valley Town Code, attached hereto as Exhibit "A" and filed with the Town Clerk, a
public record.
Attachments
(R)19-56 Public Record
RESOLUTION NO. (R)1 9 -56
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE TOWN
OF ORO VALLEY, ARIZONA, DECLARING THAT CERTAIN
DOCUMENT ENTITLED “ORO VALLEY TOWN CODE”
CHAPTER 8, BUSINESS REGULATIONS; ARTICLE 3, SPECIAL
EVENTS PERMIT; SECTIONS 8 -3-1, PURPOSE; DEFINITIONS; 8 -
3-3 APPLICATION AND 8 -3-4, GROUNDS FOR DENIAL,
ATTACHED HERETO AS EXHIBIT “A” AND FILED WITH THE
TOWN CLERK, A PUBLIC RECORD
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF ORO
VALLEY, ARIZONA, that certain document called “Oro Valley Town Code ”, Chapter 8,
Business Regulations, Article 8 -3, Special Events Permits, Sections 8-3-1, Purpose; Definitions;
8-3-3, Application and 8-3-4, Grounds for Denial, three copies of which are on file in the office
of the Town Clerk, is hereby declared to be a public record, and said copies are ordered to
remain on file with the Town Clerk.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Mayor and Town Council of the Town of Oro Valley,
Arizona, this 4th day of December, 2019.
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”
Town Council Regular Session 2. B.
Meeting Date:12/04/2019
Submitted By:Amanda Jacobs, Town Manager's Office
Department:Town Manager's Office
SUBJECT:
ORDINANCE NO. (O)19-09, AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF ARTICLE 8-3 OF THE ORO VALLEY TOWN
CODE RELATING TO THE SPECIAL EVENTS PERMIT
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The purpose of this amendment is to update language within the Special Events Permits code. The last update
occurred in December 2016 and over the past year, staff has been examining the code for additional efficiencies.
BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION:
The Special Events Permits code was adopted on July 7, 2010, by Ordinance (O)10-06 and was updated in
December 2016. Over the past year, staff has been evaluating the Special Event process through the Town's Peak
Performance initiative and identified additional efficiencies that would benefit both the applicant and staff. Major
changes include:
Changing permit to application or approval to simplify the process and allow greater flexibility in responding
to applicant and combining staff approvals
Adding Religious Facility under Shall Not Include section
Eliminating certain restrictions in the Parks Use section so as to not arbitrarily set limits, but rather to allow
staff to review applications on a case-by-case basis for appropriate use of Town parks
Eliminating certain time parameters for application receipt in order to allow those details to be set
procedurally by staff to improve flexibility
Changing Economic Development Division to Town of Oro Valley so functions can be assigned internally
rather than by ordinance
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no change to the cost in fees.
SUGGESTED MOTION:
I MOVE to (approve/deny) Ordinance No. (O)19-09, amending various sections of Article 8-3 of the Oro Valley
Town Code relating to the Special Events Permit.
Attachments
(O)19-09 Ordinance Special Events
Special Event Permit Code
ORDINANCE NO. (O)19-09
AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF
ORO VALLEY, ARIZONA, AMENDING ORO VALLEY TOWN CODE,
CHAPTER 8, BUSINESS REGULATIONS, ARTICLE 8-3, SPECIAL
EVENTS PERMIT, SECTIONS 8-3-1, PURPOSE; DEFINITIONS; 8 -3-3
APPLICATION AND 8-3-4, GROUNDS FOR DENIAL; REPEALING ALL
RESOLUTIONS, ORDINANCES, AND RULES OF THE TOWN OF ORO
VALLEY IN CONFLICT THEREWITH; PRESERVING THE RIGHTS
AND DUTIES THAT HAVE ALREADY MATURED AND PROCEEDINGS
THAT HAVE ALREADY BEGUN THEREUNDER
WHEREAS, on September 27, 1989, the Mayor and Council adopted Ordinance No. (O) 89-21,
adopting that certain document entitled “Oro Valley Town Code ”; and
WHEREAS, on July 7, 2010, the Mayor and Council adopted Ordinance No (O) 10 -06,
adopting that certain document entitled “Special Events Permit”; and
WHEREAS, on December 7, 2019, the Mayor and Council adopted Ordinance No (O) 16 -13,
amending that certain document entitled “Special Events Permit”; and
WHEREAS, the current Chapter 8, Business Regulations, Article 8-3, Special Events Permit,
Sections 8-3-1, Purpose; Definitions; 8-3-3, Application and 8-3-4, Grounds for Denial, attached
hereto as Exhibit “A” and incorporated by reference, requires an update of language to reflect
changes to the administration of the special events process; and
WHEREAS, the Town desires to amend Chapter 8, Business Regulations, Article 8-3, Special
Events Permits, Sections 8-3-1, Purpose; Definitions; 8-3-3, Application and 8-3-4, Grounds for
Denial.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Mayor and Council of the Town of Oro
Valley, Arizona that the certain document known as “Oro Valley Town Code, Chapter 8,
Business Regulations, Article 8 -3, Special Events Permits, Sections 8-3-1, Purpose; Definitions;
8-3-3, Application and 8-3-4, Grounds for Denial” is amended as follows:
SECTION 1. Chapter 8, Business Regulations, Article 8 -3; Sections 8-3-1, Purpose; Definitions;
8-3-3, Application and 8-3-4, Grounds for Denial is amended to read as shown in
Exhibit “A”, with additions being shown in ALL CAPS and deletions being
shown in strikethrough text:
SECTION 2. All Oro Valley ordinances, resolutions, or motions and parts of ordinances,
resolutions or motions of the Council in conflict with the provisions of this
Ordinance are hereby repealed.
SECTION 3. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or portion of this Ordinance 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.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Mayor and Town Council of the Town of Oro Valley,
Arizona, this 4th day of December, 2019.
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”
Article 8-3
SPECIAL EVENTS PERMIT APPLICATION
Sections:
8-3-1 Purpose; Definitions
8-3-2 Permit Required APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
8-3-3 Application
8-3-4 Grounds For Denial
8-3-5 Violations, Penalties
8-3-1 Purpose; Definitions
A. The purpose of this article is to establish a process for permitting APPROVING and regulating certain
temporary activities conducted on public property or private property when public safety is
potentially impacted. This chapter is adopted pursuant to the authority of A.R.S. § 9-240, as
amended, and is intended to provide fair and reasonable regulations governing the time, place, and
manner in which a special event may take place and, in doing so, provide for the health, safety and
welfare of the public and assist the Town and its appropriate officers in enforcing the applicable
provisions of A.R.S. Title 9 and Title 36.
B. For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly
indicates or requires a different meaning:
1. “Special use”:
a Means any commercial function as defined in the Oro Valley Zoning Code revised which:
i. May or may not comply with the underlying zoning district; or
ii. Is seasonal or holiday -related; or
iii. Is the temporary and attached expansion of an ex isting commercial use; or
iv. Is permitted under the Oro Valley Zoning Code Revised.
2. “Park Use ”
a. Means any commercial or private function held at an Oro Valley owned public park which ;
i. Does not exceed the parking capacity of the park; or
ii. Is not publicly advertised as open to the public; or
iii. Employs no more than two pre -authorized food vendor for food services at the function
(see Section 8-6-2 for licensing); or
iv. Employs or otherwise requests to install no more than two (2) inflatable child play
device at the function; or
v. Unless otherwise provided in this section, the parks and recreation department is
required to employ the expertise of other Oro Valley departments to approve the
function.
b. Does not require review as a special event as outlined belo w, may be approved under this
section.
3. “Special event”:
a. Means any public or private function which:
i. Requires temporary parking areas; or
ii. Exceeds the parking capacity of the facility; or
iii. Is held in a public park or on public right -of-way; or
iv. Is advertised as open to the public; or
v. Has amplified sound which can be heard outside of the event location; or
vi. Requires temporary traffic control to provide for safe ingress or egress to the event
venue; or
vii. Requires a special event liquor license; or
viii. Requires temporary sanitation facilities; or
ix. Requires the installation of temporary structures or tents of more than one hundred
(100) square feet; or
x. Has other adverse impact on public health, safety and welfare.
b. Shall not include:
i School functions at school facilities OR RELIGIOUS FUNCTIONS AT A RELIGIOUS FACILITY,
unless spillover (as defined below) is anticipated.
4. “Major event” means a special event that also requires the following:
a. Extra-duty law enforcement officers or other security services; and
b. Temporary traffic control.
5. “Spillover” occurs when participants of, or spectators to, a special event congregate on, park, or
move to any property or right-of-way not associated with the event venue.
6. “MINOR EVENT” IS AN EVENT THAT IS SELF -CONTAINED WITHIN A FACILITY AND DOES NOT
REQUIRE SPILLOVER OR TEMPORARY TRAFFIC CONTROL.
…
8-3-3 Application
An SPECIAL EVENT aApplication on forms to be provided by the Town is required for any special event in
Oro Valley. The application must be submitted to the Economic Development Division THE TOWN OF
ORO VALLEY at least one hundred eighty (180) days before the first day of the proposed major special
event AND SIXTY (60) DAYS FOR ANY MINO R EVENT. Applications for a special event must be submitted
to the Economic Development Division at least sixty days (60) days in advance of the first day of the
proposed special event.
8-3-4 Grounds For Denial
A. After reviewing the application material, the Economic Development Division TOWN may deny or
revoke the issuance APPROVAL OF A SPECIAL EVENT of a permit if any of the following apply:
1. The applicant has failed to meet the permit APPLICATION conditions imposed.
2. The proposed event is intended to be conducted in a manner or location not meeting the
health, zoning, fire or safety standards established by rules or regulations of the Town, the laws
of the State of Arizona or rules and regulations adopted by any of its agencies.
3. The applicant has made any false, misleading or fraudulent statement of material fact in the
application for permit or in any other document required pursuant to this section.
4. The applicant, his or her employee, agent or any person associated with the applicant as
partner, director, officer, stockholder, associate or manager, has been convicted in a court of
competent jurisdiction, by final judgment, of an offense:
a. Involving the presentation, exhibition or performance of a n obscene production, motion
picture or play, and/or of selling obscene matter; or
b. Involving lewd conduct; or
c. Involving the use of force and violence upon the person of another; or
d. Involving misconduct with children; or
e. An offense against the provision s of Arizona law respecting narcotics and dangerous drugs,
or of any equivalent offense under the law of any other state which if committed in Arizona
would have been a violation of the Arizona statutory provisions.
5. For any health, safety and/or welfare i ssues that will not be remedied or otherwise addressed in
time for the event.
6. The scheduled date of the event conflicts with other previously scheduled events such that it
will result in an undue impact on the Town’s resources and staff.
B. If the application is denied, the Economic Development Division TOWN shall mail to the applicant
written notice of denial within ten (10) days of the action. The notice shall include a statement of
the reason(s) the application was denied. The applicant ma y request a review of this denial by the
Town Manager who will schedule a meeting during which the applicant may present evidence in
support of the application.
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Town Council Regular Session 3.
Meeting Date:12/04/2019
Requested by: Bayer Vella, Community and Economic Development
Submitted By:Milini Simms, Community and Economic Development
Case Number: N/A
SUBJECT:
PRESENTATION REGARDING THE TOWN’S PROGRESS ON IMPLEMENTING THE YOUR VOICE, OUR
FUTURE GENERAL PLAN
RECOMMENDATION:
This item is for informational purposes only.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The purpose of this item is to report the Town’s progress on implementing the Your
Voice, Our Future General Plan. The General Plan is a 10-year policy document that
guides all Town departments and decisions through 2026. Extensive community
input was gathered through outreach events, committees and surveys to develop
the General Plan. This three-year long process, resulted in over 75% of the voters
ratifying the General Plan in 2016.
The General Plan is divided into three main sections focusing on the community,
environment and development. Each section includes goals, policies and actions
needed to fulfill the community’s vision. Specifically, the actions were created by the
General Plan committees’ to produce tangible results and deliver on the promises
made to the community.
Implementing the General Plan
The actions are prioritized every two years through strategic plans and implemented through individual department
work plans. Two strategic leadership plans have been created based on this General Plan; the most recent being
adopted in March 2019. Staff anticipates three more Strategic Plans prior to 2026. This will help ensure most
actions are addressed over the General Plan's 10-year term.
Fulfilling Promises
Per State Law and as stated in the General Plan, yearly reports are required to update the Town Council on the
progress made on each action item. A summary of the Town's progress is included in Attachment 1, with a
detailed analysis of the Community actions in Attachment 2, the Environmental actions in Attachment 3 and the
Development actions in Attachment 4.
83% (255 out of 308) of the tasks are either completed (69), in progress (72) or maintained (114), which includes
most of the items deemed ongoing (78 out of 80) or short-term, 0-5 years (48 out of 53) being completed,
maintained or in progress. Some notable accomplishments for the Town include:
Adoption of the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS)
Adoption of the 2018 ICC building codes
Initiation of several code amendments and the Parks and Recreation Master Plan
Roadway improvements to La Cholla Boulevard
Completion of a 10-year facility assessment
This item is being provided for information and discussion only.
BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION:
The Your Voice, Our Future General Plan is a 10-year policy document that guides all Town department and
decision-making. The General Plan was ratified by the voters in 2016 and includes the goals, policies and actions
needed to achieve the community's vision. Specifically, the actions were created by the General Plan committees’
to produce tangible results and deliver on the promises made to the community.
Per State Law and as stated in the General Plan, yearly reports are required to update the Town Council on the
progress made on each action item. The plan is divided into three main sections: Community, Environment and
Development. Information and a summary of the Town's progress on actions in each section is provided below and
additional detail is included in Attachment 1.
1. Community
The Community section includes the goals and policies for creating a robust economy, complete community, safe
environment and exemplary Town services. A summary of the Town's progress is provided in Attachment 2.
Notable accomplishments include:
The adoption of the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) plan
Initiation of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan
Existing and proposed code amendments for public spaces, economic development and lighting
2. Environment
The Environment section includes the goals and policies for protecting natural and cultural resources and
maintaining a clean environment. Detailed summary tables are provided in Attachment 3, with the zoning related
items highlighted in yellow. Notable accomplishments include:
Adoption of the 2018 ICC building code
Review of the Environmentally Sensitive Lands Ordinance and research into best practices
Updates to the Drainage Design Criteria Manual
3. Development
The Development section includes the goals and policies needed to support existing and future development areas
with respect to land use, transportation and infrastructure. Detailed summary tables are provided in Attachment 4.
Notable accomplishments include:
Widening of La Cholla Boulevard
Completing a 10-year facility assessment
Development of an annexation blueprint
4. Future items:
In total, 53 tasks will be completed in the future. The majority of tasks pertain to the goals and policies in the
Environment section; specifically for a clean environment. Many of these tasks are deemed medium (1-5 years) to
long-term (4-10 years) by the General Plan. Timeframes were based on existing resources and whether additional
resources and funding are needed for implementation. As such, it is recommended these items be placed on the
future strategic plans and work plans.
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
The Planning and Zoning Commission discussed this item during their meeting on November 5, 2019. Specifically,
the Commission focused on the land use and zoning action items as a precursor to considering the Planning
Division Work Plan. The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended adding the General Plan's annual update
to the work plan.
This item is being provided for information and discussion only.
FISCAL IMPACT:
N/A
SUGGESTED MOTION:
This item is for informational purposes only.
This item is for informational purposes only.
Attachments
ATTACHMENT 1 - GENERAL PLAN STATUS SUMMARY
ATTACHMENT 2- STATUS OF COMMUNITY ACTIONS
ATTACHMENT 3- STATUS OF ENVIRONMENT ACTIONS
ATTACHMENT 4- STATUS OF DEVELOPMENT ACTIONS
Your Voice, Our Future General Plan
Progress Report Summary -2019
General Plan
2016-2026
Strategic Leadership Plan
2019-2021
Town Department
Work Plans
Staff Resources/
Annual Budget
The Your Voice, Our Future General Plan was ratified by
the voters in November 2016. The General Plan consists
of the community’s vision and goals for the Town and is
used as a guide in long range decision-making.
The General Plan is a long-range 10-year policy
document designed to guide the Town through 2026.
The action items included in the document are
prioritized every two years through the Town Council’s
Strategic Leadership Plan. These priorities are translated
to individual Town Department Work Plans for
implementation.
The community’s vision and guiding principles provide
the foundation, building the goals, policies and actions
in the General Plan. The graphics below provide the
details and summary of the Town’s progress.
Implementing the General Plan
25
Goals
77
Policies
163
Actions
308
Tasks
of the 308 tasks are
either complete or
being worked on.
83%114 Maintained
69 Complete
72 In Progress
53 Future Tasks
Of the 308 tasks, 88 are aligned with
the Strategic Leadership Plan’s
goals and objectives. These tasks
are either in progress, complete or
maintained. One task remains as a
future item.
Complete In
Progress
Maintained
20 45 22
Alignment with the
Strategic Leadership Plan
Except for two, all
future tasks are
deemed medium
(1-5 years) or long-
term (4-10 years)
actions in the
General Plan
Community
63 Actions
123 Tasks
10 Goals
32 Policies
The Community section includes the goals and
policies for creating a robust economy, complete
community, safe environment and exemplary
Town services.
Complete In
Progress*Future Tasks
Economy (22)7 13 2
Complete
Community (65)9 50 6
Town facilities
and safety (36)7 28 1
Environment
60 Actions
114 Tasks
6 Goals
21 Policies
The Environment section includes the goals and
policies for protecting natural and cultural
resources, and maintaining a clean environment.
Complete In
Progress*
Future
Tasks
Sonoran Desert
(32)5 22 5
Water (31)3 21 7
Cultural (16)6 8 2
Clean
Environment (35)16 6 14
Development
40 Actions
71 Tasks
9 Goals
24 Policies
The Development section includes the goals and
policies needed to support existing and future
development areas with respect to land use,
transportation and infrastructure.
Complete In
Progress*Future Tasks
Land Use and
Design (24)6 12 6
Transportation/
Circulation (34)6 21 7
Infrastructure
(13)4 8 1
*In Progress = Items maintained or initiated through the Strategic Leadership Plan (SLP).
1
COMMUNITY ACTIONS
ECONOMY
NO. TASK TIMEFRAME RESPONSIBILITY STATUS COMMENTS SLP
1 Maintain and periodically update the
Town's strategies for economic
development as part of the strategic
planning process which includes public
input.
Ongoing TM, CED Maintained The Comprehensive Economic Development
Strategic (CEDS) Plan was adopted by Town
Council in 2019. It includes public input from
key stakeholders and was considered by Town
Council through public meetings. Reports
regarding implementation of the plan will be
presented to Town Council annually.
1A
2 Utilize the Town’s economic development
programs to pursue and support uses and
businesses that diversify and expand the
local tax base, increase local employment
and decrease the amount of tax dollars
leaving the community
Ongoing TM, CED Maintained Attracting primary employers, retail and
retaining existing businesses are strategies
outlined in the adopted CEDS plan.
1
3
Develop strategies to promote economic
development that:
A. Attract start-up opportunities and jobs
in a full range of businesses.
Medium TM, CED Complete These are all identified strategies in the CEDS
plan that will be implemented over the next five
years.
1A
B. Promote and support Oro Valley core
industries including tourism,
technology, healthcare, bioscience
and suppliers, clean, light
manufacturing and business services.
Short TM, CED Complete 1A
C. Explore opportunities for the
development of a business incubator
program.
Short TM, CED Complete 1A
D. Attract commercial, industrial and
business park employment centers.
Short TM, CED Complete 1B
1D
E. Attract renewable energy technology
research, manufacturers and
installation industries.
Medium TM, CED Complete 1A
F. Support new and emerging
technologies.
Medium TM, CED Complete 1D
G. Support and retain existing
businesses within the community and
provide opportunities for synergy.
Short TM, CED Complete 1A
4
Evaluate and increase the community’s
economic opportunities while balancing
community needs and desires through
planning and analysis measures that:
Medium TM, CED In
Progress
A code amendment is being drafted to
expand the uses permitted in Tech-Park and
Commercial zoning districts.
1A
2
A. Modify land use regulations as
needed to encourage new business
opportunities in industrial, commercial
and mixed-use areas.
The Town is also working with the new
owners of the Oro Valley Marketplace to
revitalize the commercial center.
The CEDS plan identifies several barriers
and opportunities to increase economic
development throughout the Town.
B. Change the Zoning Code such that
economic opportunity both increases
and remains equitable to the
surrounding community.
Short TM, CED In
Progress
1A
C. Highlight deficiencies and barriers to
economic development in growth
areas and commercial corridors.
Short TM, CED In
Progress
1A
1B
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Develop strategies and resources to
promote Oro Valley, by identifying and
highlighting key assets such as:
A. Its community gathering places as
premier destinations for retail,
restaurants, entertainment and public
art.
Medium TM, CED In
Progress
The Town currently promotes Oro Valley’s
assets and amenities on the Town’s website,
through social media, print media and by
partnering with Visit Tucson and the Greater
Oro Valley Chamber of Commerce. These
partnerships include a video with Visit Tucson
and promotion in Tohono Chul Park’s Visitors
Guide. Expanding these marketing tools is a
strategy identified in the CEDS plan.
1E
B. Public safety, natural beauty, public
art, infrastructure and sense of
community.
Medium TM, CED Maintained 1E
C. It’s ideal location for outdoor
recreation and sports tourism.
Medium TM, CED Maintained 1E
6 Create private and public sector
partnerships and programs for use,
beautification, art displays or publicity on
underutilized or vacant employment and
retail centers.
Medium CED In
Progress
The Town is currently working with the new
owners of the Oro Valley Marketplace to
revitalize the center and create public spaces.
1B
7 Develop strategies that promote a range
of retail options, including regional-
serving, neighborhood-serving and
pedestrian-oriented, at appropriate
locations.
Medium CED In
Progress
With guidance from the CEDS Plan, the
Planning Work Plan (FY19/21) includes
strategies to draft code standards for
developing more pedestrian friendly public
spaces throughout the Town
1B
8
Develop partnerships with Pima
Community College, community
organizations and local businesses in
order to:
A. Connect skilled workers with targeted
employment sectors.
Ongoing CED In
Progress
Through collaborations, the Town has
visited local businesses to initiate
conversations about current and future
workforce needs.
The Town attends UA networking events to
educate students with high-level skills about
major employers in OV who may have
current or future workforce needs.
1A
B. Identify needs for workforce training
for a range of industries, such as
biotechnology, technical education,
CED In
Progress
The Town works with multiple organizations
(Greater OV Chamber of Commerce, Tucson
Chamber of Commerce, PCC, Pima County and
1A
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trades, aerospace and clean energy
technologies.
NAU) to identify the needs for workforce
training.
C. Identify needs for higher education in
the community.
Medium CED In
Progress
1A
9
Develop partnerships with local
organizations and businesses in order to:
A. Identify needs for businesses which
provide quality, accessible childcare,
preschool, special needs and
adult/elder care
options.
Medium CED Future
Item
Recommended for future strategic plan/work
plan item.
B. Support and promote the success of
working families.
Medium CED Future
Item
COMPLETE COMMUNITY
NO. TASK TIMEFRAME RESPONSIBILITY STATUS COMMENTS SLP
10
Develop a plan for designating areas in
Oro Valley that serve as the community’s
gathering places and are envisioned to:
A. Reflect the character of the Town.
Short CED, Parks and
Recreation (P&R)
In
Progress
This will be done through the Parks Master Plan. 2A
B. Include such amenities as sidewalk
cafes, outdoor seating and desert
landscaping.
Short CED In
Progress
The Town is currently working with the new
owners of the Oro Valley Marketplace to
revitalize the center and create public
spaces.
With guidance from the CEDS Plan, the
Planning Work Plan (FY19/21) includes
strategies to draft code standards for
developing more pedestrian friendly public
spaces throughout the Town
All new public roadway projects require a
multi-use path
C. Emphasize the pedestrian experience. Short CED, P&R, Public
Works (PW)
In
progress
11
Update existing Town programs, plans and
regulations to create or expand Oro
Valley’s community gathering places, such
as:
A. Development and zoning regulations to
include new designations, such as
mixed-use zoning.
Medium CED Future
Item
Recommend for future strategic plan or work
plan item.
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B. Capital improvement plans to include
the construction of public and
transportation amenities.
Medium CED, PW, P&R Maintained The Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) currently
includes construction public and transportation
amenities. For example, park and community
center upgrades.
C. Transportation plans to include bike,
pedestrian and accessible design.
Medium PW, P&R Maintained Bicycle and pedestrian access will be
included in the Parks Master Plan.
All new public roadway projects require
multi-use paths.
12 Develop public/private partnerships in
order to create synergy and achieve
common goals and desired improvements
for Oro Valley’s community gathering
places.
Medium CED, P&R, TM In
Progress
The partnership with Tohono Chul Park to
develop their amphitheater was one action
completed.
The Parks and Recreation Master Plan will
also examine opportunities to expand
community gathering places.
The Town is working with the new owners of
the Oro Valley Marketplace to create public
spaces in the center.
13
Promote the creation of public spaces
throughout the community that encourage
social, educational, and community
interactions and enhance the pedestrian
and bicycle experience for individuals of all
needs by:
A. Integrating public spaces into park and
neighborhood design.
Medium CED, P&R, TM Complete New subdivisions are required to include a
recreation area (walking paths, neighborhood
park, etc.) for community gathering.
B. Creating development review
strategies for commercial and retail
areas that encourage public spaces.
Medium CED In
Progress
The code requires public spaces (courtyards) for
all non-residential projects. The design
guidelines are also being updated as part of the
Planning Work Plan to include more details
regarding public spaces.
14
Develop strategies to increase
opportunities for recreational and
community events by:
A. Collaborating with local school districts
and schools for shared use of facilities.
Short P&R, TM Complete Parks and Recreation collaborates with the local
schools for service delivery. These collaborations
will be further detailed and expanded through the
Parks and Recreation needs assessment and
subsequent Master Plan. The collaborations
include:
Using the golf course for proactive and
tournaments.
Using the aquatic center, trailhead (CDO
mountain bike club) and town facilities for
physical education classes (BASIS).
Hosting Town programs in school gyms
2A
B. Planning for sports tournaments,
culinary events, festivals or fairs.
Short P&R, TM Complete The Town currently plans for many of these
events. Including, but not limited to the Taste of
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Oro Valley, Wine Festival, Fire Fighters BBQ and
several athletic tournaments such as La Cross,
Archery, Little League, Swimming and Triathlons.
C. Streamlining the planning and approval
process which may include designating
suitable locations, expediting
permitting or making a central calendar
available.
Short CED, TM In
Progress
Process improvements are underway.
D. Connecting event and entertainment
locations.
Short P&R Maintained This is an ongoing effort, which is supported by
the Town and expanded as time and resources
are available. Steam Pump Ranch and Music at
the Market Place are two examples of
community events in public spaces.
2A
15 Develop strategies that support Oro
Valley’s existing and future needs related
to senior living, including development of a
senior care Zoning Code.
Short CED Complete A significant code amendment to permit Senior
Living and include new development standards
was approved in 2016.
16 Create a program that promotes
accessible, convenient and age-friendly
design of public and private facilities,
services and programs.
Medium CED, PW Future
Item
Recommended for future strategic plan/work
plan item.
17 Integrate public education about the
benefits of physical activity into existing
Town programs.
Short P&R, OVPD,
Golder Ranch Fire
District (GRFD)
Complete “Fit in the OV" explorer articles are published
monthly with a theme and corresponding
program or event offered to the community. The
Town will continue to expand on this effort.
18 Create programs that improve community
health in partnership with local hospitals
and health centers.
Short P&R, TM Maintained The Town has a partnership with "Power Gym"
an organization that works with those living with
Parkinson's Disease.
19
Provide for Oro Valley’s future education
needs by developing collaborative
measures with:
A. Colleges and universities to explore
growth opportunities and attract new
campuses.
Long TM, CED In
Progress
The Town currently collaborates with the
University of Arizona. This partnership as led to
the Oro Valley Innovation Labs and new Vet
College in Oro Valley.
B. Local school districts to determine how
to best serve school-aged children.
Long TM Maintained The Parks and Recreation Department
communicates with local schools to provide out-
of-school care, etc.
20 Create partnerships with higher education
institutions and museums to share
programs and cultural resources.
Medium P&R, TM Maintained The Parks and Recreation Department has
worked with interns from the University of
Arizona to develop an outline for an oral history
project. They have also worked with interns on
investigating whether or not some homes in Oro
Valley would qualify for the historic designation.
Additionally, the operating agreement with the
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Children's Museum of Oro Valley has been
renewed.
21 Explore the feasibility of offering guest
speaker events in public facilities
Medium P&R, TM Complete These events occur periodically.
22 Continue to report on the adequacy of
current and future school capacity when
evaluating significant residential land use
requests.
Ongoing CED Maintained School capacity is considered with all new
residential developments.
23
Continue support of the Oro Valley Public
Library by:
A. Identifying collaboration measures and
continuing service needs for the
community.
Medium TM in partnership
with Pima County
In
Progress
The Town is currently acting as the project
manager and assisting the Friends of the
Oro Valley Library with construction projects.
The Town assists attends applicable
meetings specific to the Town's location only
and not overall library planning.
B. Taking an active role in library planning
with the County.
Medium TM in partnership
with Pima County
In
Progress
C. Supporting the Friends of the Oro
Valley Public Library and their efforts in
promoting library facilities and
resources.
Ongoing TM in partnership
with Pima County
Maintained The Town assists the library with promoting
events (books sales, etc.) to employees and the
greater community.
24 Develop strategies to continue and
increase volunteer opportunities in Town
services and programs.
Ongoing CED, PW, P&R,
TM
Maintained The Parks and Recreation Department has an
ongoing goal of providing volunteer
opportunities. They will also be developing a
volunteer program in FY 20/21.
25 Create mentorship and internship
programs in cooperation with local
businesses, schools and the Greater Oro
Valley Chamber of Commerce.
Short Support of TM Maintained The Town currently partners with the UA to
provide opportunities for graduate and
undergraduate students to intern with the Town.
26
Promote youth civic engagement and
involvement by:
A. Exploring new programs that facilitate
student-government interactions and
shared learning.
Short P&R,TM, GRFD,
Oro Valley Police
Department
(OVPD)
Complete The Parks and Recreation Department does
this through the Historic Preservation
Commission's writing contest.
The Oro Valley Police Department (OVPD)
does this through their teen academy.
B. Continuing the Town’s Youth Advisory
Council.
Ongoing P&R, OVPD, TM,
GRFD
Maintained The Town Manager’s Office coordinates the
Youth Advisory Council (YAC) and presents
updates to Town Council.
Parks and Recreation works with the YAC on
summer programs, specifically the Dive-in
program at the aquatic center.
C. Continuing youth public safety
programs.
Ongoing P&R, OVPD, TM,
GRFD
Maintained The OVPD Camp Fury and the Oro Valley Police
Explorers Programs continue to engage youth in
public safety programs. Additionally, OVPD runs
a 3-day teen academy in the summer for youth to
learn about law enforcement.
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D. Collaborating with service clubs to
further existing youth programs.
Ongoing P&R, OVPD, TM,
GRFD
Maintained The Town continues to partner with the Boy
Scouts and Girl Scouts on several programs.
The OVPD has an explorer academy as well
as a regional explorer academy to promote
youth engagement with law enforcement.
27 Explore options for creating a Town Senior
Advisory Council to direct priorities for
senior services in the community.
Long TM Future
Item
The FY19/21 Strategic Leadership Plan includes
working with all age groups and demographics.
28 Continue to provide Town information
through the Town's website, publications,
social media and local media
Ongoing CED, P&R, TM,
OVPD, PW
In
Progress
Parks and Recreation hosts the Town's
Instagram page and has their own Facebook
page. Usage of the Facebook pages is trending
up. PD has a public information officer and
utilizes Facebook and twitter. PD conducted 41
media interviews last year. They have 5,495
Facebook followers and 3,989 twitter followers.
The Town website is being updated to be more
user friendly. The code is also being updated to
be more user friendly in an online version. The
Town also has a Facebook page with
6A
29 Incorporate best practices into
communications strategies and provide
continual improvements to the Town's
website
Ongoing TM Maintained The Town’s website is current being updated
to be more user-friendly.
The Zoning Code is also being updated for
ease of use.
6A
30
Continue support of the Town's Public Art
Program by:
A. Developing an inventory and
maintenance program, including
training for staff on correct
maintenance procedures
Medium CED In
Progress
The Town is working with IT to develop an online
maintenance system through GIS or cartograph.
B. Maintaining funding and program
support.
Ongoing CED Maintained
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Integrate public art into Town parks and
trails system by:
A. Including it in the design of the Naranja
Park Master Plan.
Medium P&R, TM Complete The Veteran's and First Responder's Memorial
and the Quail Art was all part of this action item.
Public art will continue to be integrated in
Naranja Park as the park continues to grow.
B. Acting on measures identified in the
Parks Master Plan.
Ongoing P&R, TM Maintained Parks and Recreation works with TABI and
children's art projects to carry out measures
identified in the 1998 Master Plan.
32 Utilize and maintain appropriate Master
Operating Agreements with arts and
culture entities such as the Southern
Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance
Ongoing TM Maintained An agreement with SAACA is in place.
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33 Assemble a team tasked with pursuing
grants and alternative funding options as a
means to continue and expand public art
programs.
Medium Finance (F), TM Future
Item
Although there is not a special team formed
to pursue these grants, the Town does have
an agreement with SAACA (budgeted for
past 8 years).
TIP funds are also used for Youth Art.
34 Develop strategies to expand outreach and
information regarding public art offerings.
Ongoing TM, CED In
Progress
The online public art database was updated
to include a map, which the Town is
reviewing to make it more interactive.
Public art tours have expanded to retirement
facilities around Oro Valley.
35 Develop a plan to create exhibit areas for
cultural artifacts and documents through
public and private partnerships in order to
educate the public on local history
Medium TM, P&R, CED Maintained Garage project at Steam Pump, Honey Bee
Preserve, Tohono Chul etc.
36 Develop a plan identifying potential future
investment strategies and suitable
locations for additional cultural facilities
including amphitheaters, performing arts
facilities, instruction spaces, galleries and
other facilities based on community needs
and feasibility.
Medium CED, P&R, TM, F Complete The Steam Pump Ranch garage is now the
office for the OV Historic Society. It will also
house their rotating collections. The project
design and construction documents are
funded. The funds are now being raised to
pay for the construction.
The Tohono Chul Park amphitheater is also
under construction with $250,000 has been
pledged in this budget (1/2 this fiscal year,
1/2 next fiscal year).
2A
37 Develop cooperative agreements with
public school districts, private and charter
schools to share school facilities for arts,
recreation and education purposes.
Short P&R, TM In
Progress
Several agreements are already in place (refer to
action item #14). However, these will be further
developed through the Parks and Recreation
Master Plan.
2A
38 Develop a strategy, including potential
financial incentives, to encourage a public
or private entity to build or remodel an
indoor auditorium to accommodate
performing arts based on community needs
and feasibility.
Medium F, P&R, TM In
Progress
The Gaslight Theater is one example of a new
performing arts facility. There may be more
opportunities for the Town to help with marketing
for Gaslight or participating in additional
performing arts facilities. The Town will also be
looking at performing arts facilities as part of the
CEDS. This is in cooperation with building a
strategy to create public gathering places.
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Evaluate and address the Town’s
community park system conditions and
needs by:
A. Identifying target locations for needed
community recreational amenities.
Maintained P&R In
Progress
As directed by the Strategic Leadership Plan, a
needs assessment will be conducted subsequent
to the Parks and Recreation Master Plan.
2A
B. Periodically reviewing and updating the
Parks Master Plan.
Medium P&R In
Progress
2A
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C. Developing and integrating strategies
that address park shortages,
preservation needs and safety
upgrades into the Parks Master Plan.
Medium P&R In
Progress
2A
D. Creating an inventory and
maintenance plan for existing parks
and open space in the community.
Medium P&R In
Progress
2A
40
Study and plan for revenue and funding
needs for parks, recreation and trails by:
A. Developing and administering public
outreach efforts that gauge public
support of future funding options to
support park improvements.
Medium F, P&R, TM In
Progress
The flash vote tool has been launched to
gauge public support. Additional input will be
gathered and identified in the Parks and
Recreation Master Plan.
The budget includes revisiting membership /
user fees, which will be reviewed through the
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board and
the Budget and Finance Committee.
2A
B. Increasing public awareness of the
cost to acquire, build and maintain
public parks, trails and recreational
facilities and to provide programs.
Medium F, P&R, TM In
Progress
This will included in the Parks and Recreation
Master Plan
6A
C. Identifying potential revenue sources. Medium F, P&R, TM In
Progress
7A
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Address the adequacy of Town parks and
recreation programs and facilities by:
A. Periodically assessing the availability
of recreation opportunities for all
residents within the Town.
Ongoing CED, P&R In
Progress
The Parks and Recreation Master Plan will
address these tasks.
2A
B. Enhancing and maintaining open
space, park and recreation facilities
and programs through existing and
new resources, private and public
recreation providers, partnerships,
volunteers and others as appropriate.
Ongoing PW, P&R In
Progress
2A
C. Considering the affordability and
availability of existing and future parks
and recreation programs to residents.
Ongoing P&R In
Progress
2A
42 Continue to support the Town's
multigenerational and multiuse community
center so that it meets the identified needs
of residents.
Ongoing Maintained This is part of the Town's annual budget and will
also be included in the Parks and Recreation
needs assessment and Master Plan
2A
43 Study and evaluate the feasibility of the
development of additional and improved
public recreation or community education
facilities in the community.
Long P & R In
Progress
These actions will be included in the Parks and
Recreation needs assessment and subsequent
Master Plan.
2A
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44 Develop a strategy to acquire property for
larger recreational and community use of
sufficient size and location that access can
be shared equitably by multiple
neighborhoods and all residents.
Long CED, PW, F, P&R,
TM
In
Progress
2A
45 Review opportunities to repurpose land for
small and neighborhood parks by acquiring
land or partnering with local stakeholders
and agencies.
Long CED, F, P&R, TM In
Progress
2A
46
Plan for future trail needs in the community
by developing and adopting a trails plan
that:
A. Establishes long-term strategies for
trail development, linkages,
management and upkeep in
cooperation with other local
jurisdictions
Medium CED, P&R In
Progress
2A
B. Links neighborhoods, open space,
environmentally sensitive lands and
natural resources.
Medium CED, P&R In
Progress
2A
C. Integrates with the Parks Master Plan
and is periodically updated.
Medium CED, P&R In
Progress
2A
47
Create procedures, including public and
private contributions, for integrating signs
into parks, trailheads, trails and linear
bicycle paths and near natural areas that:
A. Inform users of site information and
regulations.
Medium CED, P&R Future
Item
Although there are no set "procedures", signs
are integrated into these facilities. All parks and
trailheads have information and rules/regulations
signage. The trailheads also include wayfinding
signage.
B. Educate users about local history and
ecology.
Medium CED, P&R Future
Item
Recommended for future strategic plan/work
plan item.
48 Explore opportunities to integrate family-
friendly amenities into the trail system,
such as areas for play, rest, water, shade
and learning.
Long CED, P&R In
Progress
This will be part of the Parks and Recreation
Master Plan.
TOWN FACILITIES AND SAFETY
NO. TASK TIMEFRAME RESPONSIBILITY STATUS COMMENTS SLP
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Plan strategically for Town operations,
programs and services by:
A. Measuring short- and long-term needs.
Annual CED, PW, F, TM Complete The Town has a 5-year financial
forecast, a 10-year CIP for capital
project needs and a 10-year facility
maintenance plan. Financial policies
have been updated to invest 5% sales
tax revenue into facility maintenance.
7A
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B. Developing an annual reporting system that
evaluates potential efficiencies.
Ongoing TM Complete Oro Valley Peak Performance was
developed in 2018, which is a process
improvement initiative to improve and
streamline Town procedures.
6C
C. Setting appropriate guidelines and financial
resources for staff time.
Ongoing TM Complete Adopted Council Strategic Leadership
Plan in 2019. Continue to identify needs
through annual budget process.
D. Pursuing grants to implement conservation
measures.
Medium WU Future Item
E. Developing public and private partnerships. Ongoing TM Maintained The Town continues to partner with the
Children's Museum Oro Valley, Greater
Oro Valley Chamber of Commerce,
Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural
Alliance, Sun Corridor and Visit Tucson.
F. Studying alternative revenue sources. Ongoing CED, PW, F, TM Maintained Many alternatives have been
explored, which include dedicating
a percentage of sales tax revenues
for specific purposes, utilization of
1-time surplus revenues. These will
need to be approved by Town
Council prior to implementation.
Impact fees are being updated.
7A
50 Develop a plan for long-term municipal facilities
that considers overall community needs and
growth and that addresses parking, facility
expansion, satellite offices, central offices,
maintenance and fueling facilities and
operations.
Medium PW, TM In Progress 4A
51
Ensure the provision and replacement of public
facilities and services to the Oro Valley
community by:
A. Periodically evaluating and updating the
efficiency, equity, and legality of existing
and potential funding mechanisms to: -
Provide public facilities and services to new
and existing development. - Recover the
cost of public facilities and services to new
development.
Ongoing PW, F, TM Maintained The impact fee update will ensure
growth is paying for itself. Year-end
surpluses go toward capital
projects and public safety
retirement liability.
There are opportunities to revisit
the 1 cent sales tax revenue option.
Several other funding alternatives
that have not been pursued for
various reasons include use taxes,
commercial property lease tax,
residential lease tax, property tax,
or food tax. The options would
have to be approved by council or
as ballot measures.
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B. Exploring the use of improvement districts
for the replacement/upgrade of public
facilities and services in areas of existing
development.
Ongoing PW, F, TM Maintained This action item may be addressing the
possibility of improvement or
entertainment districts which the town
has limited ability to create. The Town
has one improvement district, which is
specific bonds to widen Oracle Road.
TIF districts are difficult to create due to
state legislation. Community facilities
districts have been explored but not
pursued. They are difficult to implement
on existing neighborhoods but might be
worth considering for new
developments or newly annexed areas.
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Plan for the safety and security of the
community by developing, implementing and
periodically updating strategies and plans for:
A. Flooding.
Ongoing PW, OVPD,
GRFD, WU
In Progress OVPD works with PW to have signs
and barricades ready during
monsoon season to shut down
roads known for flooding.
OVPD has monsoon preparations
that include distributing a map of
frequently closed roads and having
an annual meeting prior to
monsoon season to coordinate
response efforts and preparations
for monsoons.
The Drainage Design Manual is
currently being updated with
anticipated completion at the end of
2019.
4B
B. Mass evacuation. Ongoing PW, OVPD,
GRFD, WU
Maintained OVPD participates on the Town
Safety Committee to provide
evacuation/soft target/active
shooter training.
OVPD is the Town’s liaison for the
regional and state level mass
evacuation protocol. This includes
a statewide mass "reception" plan,”
should people evacuating other
areas need to come to our region.
C. Post-disaster recovery. Ongoing PW, OVPD,
GRFD, WU
Maintained This is maintained in conjunction with
the Department of Homeland Security
and Pima County’s Emergency
Management Department. Post disaster
recovery is a regional effort with
agreements with organizations, such as
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the American Red Cross, to provide
recovery services.
D. Wildland-urban interface. Ongoing PW, OVPD,
GRFD, WU
Maintained OVPD works regularly with GRFD
to ensure readiness during the
wildfire season.
OVPD also works with AZ Game
and Fish to remove wildlife from
neighborhoods.
E. Drought response. Ongoing PW, OVPD,
GRFD, WU
Maintained This action item is part of the
Hazard Mitigation Plan, which is a
FEMA approved 5-year plan with
annual review/update.
The water code was recently
updated and the Water Utility
participates at a regional level on
drought indicators. A drought
contingency plan is in place.
F. Response readiness which includes local
and regional coordination.
Ongoing PW, OVPD,
GRFD, WU
Maintained The W ater Utility is part of a
response team. Annual training is
conducted and $20,000 a year is
spent on a consultant to provide
simulations for training exercises.
OVPD participates in local and
regional outreach with public and
private partners, which includes
utilities on a case by case basis.
G. Climate change. Long PW, OVPD,
GRFD, WU
Maintained Climate change is part of the Hazard
Mitigation Plan. Pima County hosted a
climate change event with subject
matter experts on climate change. Data
was given to the Town on the climate
assessment for the southwest.
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Plan for emergency preparedness and
emergency response by:
A. Expanding public safety awareness and
emergency training
programs by working with various service
providers.
Medium PW, OVPD,
GRFD, WU
Complete The AZ Warn Project, which is an
IGA of 30+ water and wastewater
utility providers. The project allows
utilities to share material,
equipment, labor and leadership
(project management), amongst the
member organizations.
OVPD is part of an interagency
rescue task force. The department
works with school officials on
training for "adverse childhood
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experiences” and provide mental
first aid for juveniles.
B. Creating public safety partnerships with
identified private sector safety responders,
all emergency responders and utility
providers.
Medium PW, OVPD,
GRFD, WU
Maintained This item is addressed through the
Hazard Mitigation Plan. There are
many IGA's for regional
cooperation.
OVPD has a strong relationship
with the Water Utility and
Stormwater Utility. The department
coordinates with other utility
providers is on a case by case
basis.
C. Providing ongoing training to applicable
Town staff on the adopted hazard
mitigation plan and its requirements.
Medium PW, OVPD,
GRFD, WU
Maintained Annually, OVPD asks all departments
for project updates to report on the
Hazard Mitigation Plan. Additionally,
OVPD partners with the Stormwater
Utility for grants.
54
Create a coordinated plan with agencies and
emergency service providers regarding
community emergency service locations which:
A. Allow for appropriate response.
Short PW, OVPD,
GRFD
Complete "Community emergency service
locations" is not an industry term.
However, OVPD and GRFD have
locations that are sufficient to cover the
whole community. Additionally, the
Town works with both to review and
permit expansions and new facilities.
3A
B. Are in safe and resilient locations protected
from flood and fire risk.
Short PW, OVPD,
GRFD
Complete Fire safety code addresses this.
Critical infrastructure needs to be
protected per code requirements.
These facilities need to be outside of
the floodplain.
55 Continue the use of Crime Prevention through
Environmental Design (CPTED) principles in
the development review process and the design
and engineering of community assets and
facilities.
Ongoing CED, PW, OVPD Maintained OVPD is part of the development
review committee and reviews projects
for CPTED considerations. CPTED is
also required per the design standards
of the Zoning Code.
56
Educate the community about public safety by
developing, implementing and periodically
updating programs and outreach measures that
prepare the community on:
A. How to take care of themselves and
neighbors during times of emergency,
including energy shortages and outages.
Ongoing PW, OVPD,
GRFD
Maintained OVPD’s Community Resources
Unit provides materials to
implement this item.
Women's self-defense classes,
digital ID for children programs, and
Citizen Volunteer Assistant
program are also implemented by
the department.
B. Fire safety. Ongoing PW, OVPD,
GRFD
Maintained Golder Ranch Fire offer a range of
classes (car seat safety, CPR, etc.) and
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attend community events to inform the
public and proper fire safety
techniques.
C. Floods. Ongoing PW, OVPD,
GRFD
Maintained A monsoon preparedness program
is in place and sandbags are
available.
The Stormwater Utility is involved in
flood preparedness.
OVPD participates in the "Turn
around don't drown" program.
D. How to shelter in place. Ongoing PW, OVPD,
GRFD
Maintained OVPD works with individual groups on
preparedness. This includes facilitating
lock-down drills, soft target and active
shooter trainings at schools.
E. Cyber security. Ongoing PW, OVPD,
GRFD
Maintained OVPD’s Community Resource Unit
works on preventative controls for these
items.
F. Fraud protection. Ongoing PW, OVPD,
GRFD
Maintained
G. Child safety and elder abuse issues. Ongoing PW, OVPD,
GRFD
Maintained 3A
57 Seek funding opportunities and partnerships to
ensure continued emergency preparedness
outreach efforts.
Ongoing PW, OVPD,
GRFD
Maintained OVPD utilized Stone Garden funds.
Most available funding is for mitigation
projects, in which the department is
continually seeking.
58 Provide community policing and a high-visibility,
public safety presence on roadways to help
provide safe transportation options.
Ongoing OVPD Maintained The OVPD Hive program is in an
objective in the approved Strategic
Leadership Plan. This program serves
to provide a high visibility of law
enforcement on roadways to help keep
the roads safe.
3A
59 Continue to develop and implement programs,
such as Neighborhood Watch and Citizen and
Teen Academies that support community
policing as a means to further public safety in
the community.
Ongoing OVPD, TM Maintained These programs are held throughout
the year and will continue to be
maintained.
60 Continue Town programs that limit risk
associated with construction dust and the
spread of diseases.
Ongoing PW In Progress The Town has standards for dust
control currently in place. However,
new dust control methods are being
explored for best practices.
61 Require the inclusion of evacuation routes and
development and density standards for new
development that adjoins forest land and open
space in order to minimize impacts from nearby
potential wildfire areas.
Short CED, PW Maintained OVPD and GRFD are part of the
development review process. All new
developments are reviewed safety
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62 Develop strategies to protect human life and
property from natural hazards including steep
and unstable slopes and soils, floods and
erosion hazards.
Medium CED, PW Complete The current code includes standards
and measures to ensure human life is
protected.
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Address safety issues, including stormwater, in
reviewing school and development site plans
during the development review process
Short/
Ongoing
CED, PW In Progress Safety is always a part of review and
the Drainage Design Manual is being
updated with anticipated completion by
the end of 2019.
5A
Department abbreviations:
CED- Community and Economic Development Department
F- Finance
GRFD- Golder Ranch Fire District
OVPD- Oro Valley Police Department
P&R- Parks and Recreation
PW - Public Works
TM- Town Manager’s Office
WU- Water Utility
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ENVIRONMENT ACTIONS
SONORAN DESERT RESOURCES
NO. TASK TIMEFRAME RESPONSIBILITY STATUS COMMENTS SLP
64 Create public use agreements for natural
resource areas with residents,
homeowners’ associations, commercial
property owners, public agencies and
developers as part of future development
requirements.
Ongoing CED, PW Maintained These opportunities are sought in all
developments and easements for trails,
common areas and other public spaces are
provided through the platting process.
65 Provide training and resources to Town
employees, board members and
volunteers in coordination with community
programs in order to protect natural
resources.
Annual CED Maintained Board and Commission members
participate in routine trainings, some of
which include the Town’s standards for
environmental protection.
Community Academy is offered annually
and also includes a session on
environmental protection.
66 Maintain the Environmentally Sensitive
Lands Ordinance (ESLO) by:
A. Evaluating and appropriately updating
the ESLO for effectiveness at least
every 10 years.
Medium CED In
Progress
As directed by the Strategic Leadership Plan,
staff is currently reviewing and analyzing the
effectiveness of the ESLO. Code amendments
will be forthcoming.
5A
B. Updating design guidelines and
standards to incorporate best
practices on site and building design
related to environmental
conservation.
Medium CED In
Progress
The design standards are currently being
reviewed for effectiveness and best practices.
5A
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Protect and buffer environmentally
sensitive lands from encroachment of
incompatible uses and the associated
flood risk and degraded habitat that may
result by:
A. Developing a plan that buffers
environmentally sensitive lands and
designated open space.
Ongoing CED Maintained ESL and standards for protecting native plants
and habitats are currently under review for
subsequent code amendment
recommendations.
5A
B. Reviewing and amending the Zoning
Code as needed.
Ongoing CED In
Progress
5A
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Connect environmentally sensitive lands,
which include wildlife and plant habitats,
riparian areas and significant natural
resource areas by:
A. Identifying preservation and
connection strategies between
Long CED and
partnerships with
Pima County,
Marana, the
Forest Service
and the Arizona
In
progress
ESL standards, which includes connectivity are
currently under review for subsequent code
amendment recommendations.
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environmentally sensitive lands,
including Tortolita Mountain Park,
Arroyo Grande, Catalina State Park
and Coronado National Forest, in
cooperation with other agencies and
jurisdictions.
State Land
Department
B. Developing a plan that connects
environmentally sensitive lands as
development occurs.
Long CED and
partnerships with
Pima County,
Marana, the
Forest Service
and the Arizona
State Land
Department
Maintained This is completed on a case-by-case basis for
local development. Examples include the
dedication of Big Wash and linkages between
the Kai North properties and the Cañada Del
Oro Wash.
C. Creating development review
strategies that require new
development to link adjacent or
contained environmentally sensitive
lands together.
Long CED and
partnerships with
Pima County,
Marana, the
Forest Service
and the Arizona
State Land
Department
Maintained
69
Protect significant biological resources,
including key wildlife and plant habitats
and special-status species, to prevent
their loss or degradation by:
A. Maintaining a current and accurate
database of significant biological
resources, including maps of their
locations.
Short CED, IT In
progress
The ESL map and associated code standards
are currently under review for subsequent
recommendations to update.
B. Inventorying degraded areas that
contain remnants of significant
biological resources as defined on the
Environmentally Sensitive Lands
Map.
Medium CED Complete Tasks B & C are components of ESL, which
are completed on a case-by-case basis for
restoration of disturbed areas that were once
significant resources. For example, wash
restoration on the Miller Ranch property.
C. Monitoring and managing public use
of significant biological resources.
Ongoing CED Maintained
D. Actively pursuing opportunities to
restore identified degraded areas.
Ongoing CED, PW Maintained
70
Protect natural open space, including land
contours, elevations, floodplains, riparian
habitats and ridgelines by:
A. Continuing to manage development
and allow for compact development
Ongoing CED Maintained Conservation Subdivision Design is a
component of ESL to conserve wildlife linkages
and environmentally sensitive open space.
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and flexible design options, including
clustering, transfer of development
rights or other techniques.
B. Developing and implementing a
program for the proactive acquisition,
management and maintenance of
public, natural open space in
cooperation with other agencies and
Pima County
Medium CED Maintained This is completed on a case-by case basis,
when applicable. An example would be the
dedication of Big Wash.
C. Developing new and improving
existing land use regulations that
promote infill.
Short CED Maintained A code amendment is currently being drafted to
expand the uses permitted in commercial
zoning districts. This is a start to encouraging
infill development.
71
Conserve scenic views of the ridgelines,
hillsides, peaks and foothills of the Santa
Catalina, Tortolita, and more distant
mountain ranges that contribute to the
Town’s valued scenic character by:
A. Developing land use regulations that
require development proposals to
maintain and/or enhance the quality
of views to and from public parks.
Medium CED Future
Item
The scenic corridor standards for Tangerine
Road and Oracle Road are in place. All new
developments must comply with these
requirements.
B. Monitoring and revising scenic
resource regulations as needed to
enhance community-wide goals.
Ongoing CED In
progress
A code amendment is being drafted to review
the Employment and Institutional regulations
for both scenic corridors. Additional code
amendments may occur over time.
C. Continuing to place a high priority on
the conservation of views from
defined scenic view corridors, as
identified in the Environmentally
Sensitive Lands Ordinance and
supported by the General Plan during
development review
Ongoing CED Maintained A View shed Analysis and View Preservation
Plan are currently required for developments
that may impact views along Tangerine Road
and Oracle Road.
72
Maintain and improve night sky visibility
by:
A. Updating regulations to incorporate
new technologies and best practices
that minimize light pollution.
Short CED, PW Future
Item
Updating the lighting section of code is on the
FY19-21 Planning Work Plan.
B. Adhering to regional dark-skies
initiatives.
Ongoing CED, PW Future
Item
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73
Protect wildlife and wildlife routes within
the community by:
A. Identifying preferred wildlife routes.
Medium CED and
partnerships with
Pima County
Complete These areas are identified on the ESL map.
B. Ensuring that any recreational trail
density is appropriate to wildlife
needs in natural areas.
Medium PW and
partnerships with
Pima County
Maintained The Town currently works closely with Pima
County to map and dedicate trails throughout
the Town. This is done during the design
review phase.
C. Developing roadway design
standards that allow for wildlife to
move below, above or across
roadways.
Medium PW and
partnerships with
Pima County
Maintained All major regional corridor road
construction incorporates wildlife crossing
facilities into the project. Typically, these
elements are funded out of existing RTA
Wildlife Linkages dedicated categorical
funding, which is one of five categorical
dedicated funding elements.
All major road projects that incorporate
wildlife crossing and control facilities are
designed and studied by the appropriate
wildlife experts, such as the Arizona Game
and Fish Department.
Both the Tangerine Road and La Cholla
Blvd. widening projects incorporated
crossings.
The Town in partnership with Pima County
will continue to monitor the effectiveness of
the wildlife facilities.
D. Incorporating appropriate spacing and
wildlife friendly fencing into roadway
design and construction.
Medium PW and
partnerships with
Pima County
Maintained
74 Develop and implement the Town’s Tree
Master Plan, which considers the benefits
of trees in relation to overall community
welfare, while making plans for
infrastructure, facilities, new development
and the conservation of Oro Valley's
scenic views.
Medium CED, PW, P&R Future
Item
Recommended for future strategic plan/work
plan item.
75 Periodically review and update the Town's
Save-A-Plant program in order to protect
healthy, native vegetation.
Medium CED Future
Item
The Save-a-Plant program is utilized on a case
by case basis. A review and/or update to
ensure best practices has not been conducted.
76 Evaluate the effectiveness and provide
appropriate support to programs or
groups that strive to reduce invasive
species and the replanting of native
species.
Ongoing CED, PW Future
Item
Invasive plant species are identified and
removed during the development process.
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77 Develop measures that encourage private
property owners to assist in invasive
species removal.
Short CED Future
Item
Recommended for future strategic plan/work
plan item.
78
Maintain a landscape plant palette that
includes drought- tolerant and native
Sonoran Desert plants and:
A. Require its use in all new landscape
plans.
Short CED Complete A native plant list exists, originally derived from
the ADWR plant list. All new landscape plans
are required to utilize plants from this list or
provide the Town with information to approve
other drought-tolerant plants.
B. Make it available for general public
use.
Short CED Complete The Native Plant List is available online.
C. Continue Town programs that
encourage its use.
Ongoing CED Maintained Both public and private projects utilize the
approved native plant list.
WATER RESOURCES
NO. TASK TIMEFRAME RESPONSIBILITY STATUS COMMENTS SLP
79 Provide and expand opportunities for public
education and advocacy regarding water
conservation, alternative water use,
stormwater management and best
practices for building and landscape design
and retrofits, including low impact
development and green infrastructure.
Ongoing CED, PW, WU Maintained The Water Utility has a water conservation
specialist that conducts educational events.
The Water Utility sponsors the "Water
Wednesday" educational program.
4B
80 Periodically review and update a drought
response plan as a means to address
future Central Arizona Project water and
groundwater shortages.
Medium WU Complete This has been completed. 4B
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Protect water resources by:
A. Coordinating with appropriate water
utilities, jurisdictions and public
agencies.
Ongoing WU Maintained The Water Utility has three full-time employees
that work on water quality monitoring and
sampling. They create a consumer confidence
report. ADEQ, Pima County DEQ, and the EPA
all have requirements for monitoring and
sampling.
B. Continuing water-quality monitoring
and sampling.
Ongoing WU Maintained
C. Continuing long-term planning efforts. Ongoing WU Maintained 4B
82
Reduce dependence on, use and
diminishing of the groundwater supply by:
A. Exploring the expanded use of
stormwater harvesting and recharge
areas.
Medium WU Future
Item
Recommended for future strategic plan/work plan
item.
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B. Continuing use of Central Arizona
Project water.
Ongoing WU Maintained A fourth delivery station is planned to bring
additional CAP water into the Town.
4B
83 Expand infrastructure and facilities that
provide for a diverse water supply portfolio,
including Central Arizona Project water and
the use of reclaimed water for irrigation and
other purposes.
Long WU In
Progress
The water utility is expanding and the NWRRDS
will be online in 2024.
4B
84
Develop plans, create partnerships and,
where appropriate, incentives that increase
use of alternative water sources for potable
and non-potable uses, including:
A. Treated wastewater effluent.
Long WU Complete An inter-governmental agreement (IGA) is in
place with Pima County for reclaimed water.
Currently, there are no plans to do this
independently.
B. Graywater. Long WU Future
Item
Recommended for future strategic plan/work plan
item.
C. Passive and active stormwater
harvesting.
Long WU Future
Item
Rainwater harvesting is required for all new
developments. Although there are no official
incentives for homeowner’s, the W ater
Conservation Specialist provides programs to
assist with stormwater harvesting. The Town
does not collect a conservation fee.
D. Reclaimed water. Ongoing WU Maintained
E. Central Arizona Project water. Ongoing WU Maintained 4B
85 Create programs that utilize Advanced
Metering Infrastructure (AMI) technology
across user groups that encourage self-
monitoring and facilitate improved water
management practices through early leak
detection.
Short WU Complete
86 Continue conservation pricing through a
tiered rate structure for water customers.
Ongoing WU Maintained This is currently done and reviewed periodically.
87 Support the continued utilization of water
impact fees.
Ongoing WU Maintained
88 Explore the feasibility, value and public
interest in fluoridation of Oro Valley's water
supply.
Short WU Future
Item
Recommended for future strategic plan/work plan
item.
89
Provide resources for water course
management including:
A. Channelizing to minimize safety
threats.
Long PW Future
Item
Recommended for future strategic plan/work plan
item.
B. Maintenance to avoid clogging caused
by impediments.
Ongoing PW Maintained This is routinely completed by Stormwater staff.
90 Design wash crossings to pass the design
flow safely and with minimal physical, traffic
or environmental impacts.
Medium PW Maintained This is completed as funding becomes available.
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91 Evaluate and rehabilitate or enhance as
appropriate, any drainage systems, water
detention and retention facilities and other
infiltration areas existing within the project
area of a capital improvement project.
Ongoing PW, WU Maintained The Town does not have retention facilities. The
Town evaluates major assets every year and
20% of routine assets every 5 years.
92 Continue maintenance for publicly owned
retention basins and stormwater facilities.
Ongoing PW Maintained This is based on the evaluation completed yearly
and every 5 years.
93
Put in place plans, resources and
requirements to manage stormwater runoff
in order of:
A. Increase infiltration into the
groundwater.
Short PW Future
Item
The Water Utility is interested in this subject and
Stormwater has been invited to the discussions.
However, further evaluation is needed to begin.
B. Reduce soil erosion. Short PW Maintained This is completed routinely through the
inspection process.
94 Continue support and provide resources for
programs that manage vegetation as a
means to support stormwater
management.
Ongoing PW Maintained This is routinely done by cleaning up vegetation
and reducing soil build-up in the washes.
95 Continue to support planning for and
implementation of the Town's Stormwater
Management Plan.
Ongoing PW Maintained This is part of a regulatory report, required
annually to show how the Town meets best
practices and minimum control measures. This
report is posted online for public view.
96 Monitor and enforce stormwater controls to
prevent aquifer pollution and the erosion or
siltation of washes.
Ongoing PW Maintained This is done through the asset inspection
program and Stormwater Prevention Plans
required with new construction.
97 Develop and implement a public education
program regarding ways to minimize
negative environmental impacts of
stormwater caused by development.
Short PW In
Progress
Public education is required as a minimum
control measure. A draft program has been
created and needs to be formalized. Town staff
does go to schools and community events, such
as the farmer's market and State of Town to
share information.
98 Study options and provide opportunities for
development or redevelopment to design
for, capture and manage stormwater in
facilities having multiple benefits, such as
stormwater management, recreation,
wildlife habitats and groundwater recharge.
Short CED, PW In
Progress
The design criteria manuals are currently being
updated. These design standards include
washes and stormwater infrastructure. This is
anticipated to be complete by the end of 2019.
99 Evaluate all public and private development
projects during the review process to
determine the effects of the projects on on-
site and downstream drainage and
associated ecological systems.
Short CED, PW Maintained This is an ongoing effort. All new developments
are reviewed for these considerations.
5A
100 Evaluate stormwater management policies,
practices and work programs and align with
Medium PW, WU Future
Item
Recommended for future strategic plan/work plan
item.
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water conservation strategies when
appropriate.
CULTURAL RESOURCES
NO. TASK TIMEFRAME RESPONSIBILITY STATUS COMMENTS SLP
101
Preserve and share significant cultural
resources of Oro Valley with the community by:
A. Preserving Town of Oro Valley historical
records and documents to maintain a
chronology of Town development and
milestone events.
Medium CED, P&R Complete Official development records are
kept through the Town Clerk's
office.
The Historic Society preserves
historic items and documents.
B. Requiring that interpretive elements related
to cultural resource sites be planned for in
public use areas and private developments
during the development review process.
Medium CED, P&R Complete This is required for all new
developments during the review
process.
C. Collecting oral histories from key persons
related to Oro Valley history.
Medium CED, P&R Future Item Key people have been identified and
some oral histories have been
collected. However, this effort was
more expensive than anticipated so no
further work will be done unless
otherwise directed.
D. Creating and executing a plan for the
placement of interpretive elements related
to cultural resource sites in existing and
planned Town facilities and properties with
the assistance of outside funding.
Medium CED, PW, P&R Future Item This may be a project for the Historic
Preservation Commission.
102 Explore potential agreements with public and
private entities, including partnerships with
library and education institutions, to ensure
appropriate use and preservation of cultural
resources for future generations.
Medium P&R Complete The library has a local history
section, a native seed library, and
other resources provided from the
Town.
The OV Historic Society has a
strong relationship with the Town.
103
Raise community awareness and support of
local cultural resources by:
A. Creating engaging and informative parks
and recreational programs and activities.
Ongoing P&R Maintained This is an ongoing effort and goal of
programming events and activities.
B. Developing collaborative work programs
with community organizations and groups
to provide information, education and
events increasing the awareness of the
history of the Town.
Medium P&R Maintained The Town has a formal agreement
with the OV Historic Society to
provide docents and tours of Steam
Pump during the 2nd Saturday
programs.
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Community Academy also features
a session on the history of Oro
Valley.
104
Implement, monitor and oversee the Town’s
current and future cultural resource plans by:
A. Exploring a potential agreement with Pima
County to implement the Interpretive Plan
for Honey Bee Village Archaeological
Preserve and obtaining appropriate public
access.
Medium P&R Complete Honey Bee Village is county owned
property. Public access is complete,
and the trailhead has interpretive
signage including the history of the
village. This was done in partnership
with Pima County.
B. Implementing the Cultural Resources
Management Plan.
Medium P&R Maintained The Historic Preservation Commission
reviews the Cultural Resources
Management Plan annually when
creating the commission's work plan.
C. Implementing the Steam Pump Ranch
Master Plan in conformance with easement
agreements with Pima County.
Medium P&R Maintained The plan is currently being
implemented and as funding comes in
the Town will continue to work with the
County.
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D. Exploring adaptive rehabilitation of historic
properties for public use.
Medium P&R Maintained Adaptive rehabilitation projects have
been identified as well as designed in
some cases. This includes the
proposed work for Steam Pump. These
preservation projects will be completed
as funding becomes available.
2A
105 Pursue grants and other funding, including
dedicated Town funding, to provide for the
protection and preservation of cultural
resources in the community.
Ongoing P&R Maintained CIP funds have been spent on Steam
Pump and annual grants from the state
historic preservation office are applied
for annually for these types of projects.
106 When opportunity exists, acquire properties of
significant cultural resource value that enhance
the history of Oro Valley.
Ongoing P&R Maintained
107 Continue to provide Town resources to
maintain certified local government status with
the State of Arizona Historic Preservation
Office.
Ongoing P&R Maintained An annual report is submitted every
year to maintain this status.
108
Avoid, minimize or mitigate as appropriate the
potential effect of development projects on
significant prehistoric and historic sites during
the Town’s planning and design processes by:
A. Requiring the preparation of cultural
resources assessments by a qualified
archaeologist or historian for new
development projects.
Short CED, P&R Complete This is a requirement for all new
development projects. Experts in the
field, either the State Historic
Preservation Office or other agencies,
must validate the assessment.
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B. Consulting with the State Historic
Preservation Office or other appropriate
agencies as needed.
Short CED, P&R Complete
CLEAN ENVIRONMENT
NO. TASK TIMEFRAME RESPONSIBILITY STATUS COMMENTS SLP
109
Provide and support safe and convenient waste
disposal options for the community by:
A. Exploring the creation of a Town-wide
recycling program for municipal,
commercial and residential uses.
Medium PW, OVPD, TM Future Item There is no external community wide
program. Private companies such as
Waste Management offer services to
their clients.
B. Collaborating with the private sector to offer
recycling stations and clean composting
sites throughout the Town.
Medium PW, OVPD, TM Future Item
C. Establish hazardous waste collection and
storage facilities in Oro Valley.
Medium PW, OVPD, TM Future Item
D. Implementing programs that demonstrate
best practices in recycling, waste
minimization and disposal programs.
Short PW, OVPD, TM Future Item
E. Continuing support and expanding public
outreach for public education regarding
proper medication disposal and the Town’s
Dispose-A-Med program.
Ongoing PW, OVPD, TM Maintained The Dispose-A-Med program takes
place eight times a year. Drop boxes
are not in place for year-round disposal,
but that can be explored.
110
Promote sustainable practices in the private
sector by:
A. Developing an Oro Valley awards program
to recognize these practices.
Medium CED, WU Future Item There are national programs such as
LEED that do recognize these efforts.
B. Establishing development incentives for
projects demonstrating an exemplary
commitment to sustainability.
Medium CED, WU Future Item
C. Partnering with local businesses to create
incentives for the education, purchase
and/or installation of resource conservation
products.
Medium CED, WU Future Item
111
Develop and implement strategies and
programs that:
A. Promote conservation of resources,
especially water, in public spaces, art or
activities.
Medium CED, WU Maintained Impact fees go towards these
items.
The zoning code prohibits fountains
in public spaces.
The Water Utility created an energy
efficient program for booster
stations and are upgrading their
equipment to be more energy
efficient.
B. Demonstrate best practices in air quality
improvement, sustainable operations and
energy efficiency.
Medium CED, WU Complete 4A
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112
Identify, promote and increase community
awareness of natural, water and cultural
resources by:
A. Exploring the development of a public
space that educates the community on
Sonoran Desert Resources and their
conservation.
Short CED, PW, P&R,
WU
Complete The Town of Oro Valley annexed
Tohono Chul Park, which provides
classes and workshop about the natural
desert.
B. Developing a program that educates the
public on these resources and best
practices for their protection and
conservation.
Short CED, P&R, WU Complete There is a Town webpage for
cultural resources and educational
events at Steam Pump.
The W ater Utility conducts lectures
and study sessions on water
conservation and best practices.
This is also a topic that is covered
in the Community Academy
4B
113
Promote energy efficiency by:
A. Adopting the most up-to-date International
Code Council (ICC) Energy Conservation
Code in concert with regional jurisdictions
and stakeholders.
Medium PW Complete The 2018 ICC was adopted by Town
Council in January 2019
B. Reviewing, identifying and addressing
Town policies and ordinances that enhance
renewable energy production, efficiency
and conservation.
Medium CED, PW Future Item Recommended for future strategic
plan/work plan item.
C. Conducting an assessment of emerging
renewable technologies for potential
application in the community.
Medium CED, PW Future Item
114
Support the use of alternative energy to reduce
emissions and air pollution and to enhance
environmental quality by:
A. Creating programs that incentivize and
reduce barriers to the use of clean
alternative energy in business, institutional
and residential settings.
Medium CED, TM Future Item
B. Exploring opportunities to encourage
private industry to develop and maintain
convenient alternative fuel stations.
Medium CED, TM Future Item
115
Create energy efficiencies in Town operations
by:
A. Implementing measures to increase
efficiencies of Water Utility equipment.
Medium PW, WU Complete The W ater Utility does this through the
booster station efficiency program. It
tracks the performance of the
infrastructure to make sure leaks or
aging infrastructure is identified and
replaced.
4A
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B. Investigating the feasibility of converting
Town vehicles and negotiating agreements
with other large fleet organizations to utilize
“green fuel.”
Medium PW, WU Future Item This has been evaluated and all
vehicles would need to be updated for
this to be economical. This may be
reevaluated in the future but is also not
practical for every department. For
instance, the W ater Utility has very
specialized equipment and needs.
4A
C. Providing an annual energy report card to
track energy usage in relation to energy
plans and savings.
Annual PW, WU Maintained The W ater Utility does this through their
booster station efficiency program
(refer to 115.A.).
4A
116 Create programs that increase awareness
about energy usage in order to reduce
consumption of energy, water and electrical
resources.
Medium PW, WU Complete The W ater Utility does this through their
water conservation programs and
ongoing energy efficiency work.
4B
117 Work collaboratively with regional partners to
create and maintain web-based information
portals such as Solar One Stop, uniform
renewable energy standards, inspection
procedures and submittal requirements, and
provide for electronic permitting.
Medium CED, PW, IT In Progress Electronic permitting is being
implemented and a full transition is
anticipated in FY20/21.
118
Utilize sustainable landscape solutions and
irrigation standards that:
A. Include the use of native vegetation
appropriate to varying sites.
Short CED, WU Complete The zoning code already requires this
and all new developments must use
plants from the approved native plant
list, which are drought tolerant plants.
B. Minimize energy demands of development. Short CED, WU Complete Impact fees are higher for
developments that need larger water
lines. This helps curb the use of
landscape that requires a large amount
of irrigation (grass etc.).
C. Consider view conservation. Short CED, WU Complete Native landscape requirements as well
as buffer yards and required open
space help protect views.
119
Create programs to enhance air quality by:
A. Controlling construction dust and exploring
the requirement of reclaimed water use to
do so.
Long PW Future Item
B. Encouraging the use of natural gas,
multimodal transportation, rideshares and
renewable resources.
Long CED Future Item Further evaluation is needed to begin
this action item.
120
Pursue sustainability and environmental
conservation in development by:
A. Integrating new green infrastructure and
low-impact development techniques into
Medium CED Complete The 2018 ICC uses the most energy-
efficient building materials and
methods.
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development regulations where
appropriate.
B. Periodically updating existing low-impact
development regulations.
Medium CED In Progress ESLO is currently being reviewed for
possible code amendments.
5A
C. Including sustainable and environmental
development practices in Town
development review.
Medium CED In Progress 5A
121 Require the most energy efficient roofing
materials practicable, based on performance, to
be used in new commercial and residential
construction.
Long CED Complete The most recent building codes utilize
best materials for the thermal envelope.
The design guidelines are also being
amended in FY19/20 to update the
Light Reflective Color percentage,
which will allow more energy efficient
roofs.
122 Remove regulatory barriers and develop
programs that recognize model green building
efforts in the community and promote green
building for new construction.
Medium CED Complete The most recent building codes, 2018
ICC utilize materials that reduce energy
consumption.
123
Update existing and develop new building
codes and design standards for development
that:
A. Encourage the passive and active solar
orientation of lots.
Long CED Complete The most recent building codes, 2018
ICC utilize materials that reduce energy
consumption.
B. Reduce heating and cooling demands of
buildings.
Long CED Complete
C. Minimize blocking or reflecting sun on
adjacent public spaces or buildings.
Long CED Complete
Department abbreviations:
CED- Community and Economic Development Department
F- Finance
GRFD- Golder Ranch Fire District
OVPD- Oro Valley Police Department
P&R- Parks and Recreation
PW - Public Works
TM- Town Manager’s Office
WU- Water Utility
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DEVELOPMENT ACTIONS
LAND USE AND DESIGN
NO. TASK TIMEFRAME RESPONSIBILITY STATUS COMMENTS SLP
124 Continue to support the intent of the
Airport Environs Zone at the La Cholla
Airpark, which specifically limits adjacent
building heights, in order to continue the
viability of the area and the comfort of
nearby residents.
Ongoing CED Complete The land around the Air Park is built out or
platted. All of which complies with the Airport
Environs Zone.
125
Maintain the unique character of Oro
Valley by studying and updating:
A. Signage regulations to emphasize
identification and direction over
advertising goods or services to
maintain compatibility and minimal
intrusiveness.
Medium CED Complete The sign code was updated to allow signs in
certain rights-of-way and comply with federal
and state laws.
5A
B. Site design standards. Medium CED In
Progress
The design guidelines are under review and
will be updated in FY 19/20.
5A
C. Land use regulations that define and
incorporate effective compatibility
standards.
Medium CED In
Progress
5A
D. Regulations that enable a variety of
architectural colors and textures,
especially for commercial, that
integrate with the community and
don’t emphasize sameness.
Medium CED In
Progress
126 Develop requirements for neighborhood
retail and office use designs to respect
nearby residential scale and character.
Short CED Complete There are already requirements addressing
building scale and mass. However, the design
guidelines are being revaluated and updated in
FY 19/20.
127 Develop design standards for campus-
type employment centers that emphasize
pedestrian orientation, native landscaping
and a cohesive architectural theme.
Medium CED Complete There are already requirements addressing
these items. However, the design guidelines
are being revaluated and updated in FY 19/20.
128 Develop detailed planning for designated
neighborhood-scale growth areas at
prominent intersections.
Long CED In
progress
The design guidelines are being evaluated and
updated in the FY19/20. As guided by the
CEDS plan, utilizing form-based code to
support growth areas is on the Planning Work
Plan FY19/20- FY20/21.
129
Create development standards, policies
and provisions and make available in
appropriate locations for:
Long CED Future
Item
Recommended for future strategic plan/work
plan item.
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A. Transit-oriented development.
B. Form-based code. Long CED In
progress
The design guidelines are being evaluated and
updated in the FY19/20. As guided by the
CEDS plan, utilizing form-based code to
support growth areas is on the Planning Work
Plan FY19/20- FY20/21.
C. Walkable neighborhoods and
commercial areas.
Long CED Maintained All new developments are required to
incorporate pedestrian amenities. Additionally,
the design guidelines are being updated to
further expand on this.
D. Mixed-use zoning. Long CED Future
Item
Recommended for future strategic plan/work
plan item.
130
Update development regulations of
Master Planned communities to:
A. Serve the needs of a variety of
resident ages and backgrounds.
Medium CED Complete Current development regulations
accommodate a variety of ages, backgrounds
and capabilities (I.E. ADA standards).
B. Incorporate land uses consistent with
surrounding development and
residential acceptance.
Medium CED Future
Item
Updating the Planned Area Development
(PAD) standards is on the Planning Division
Work Plan for FY19/20- FY20/21.
C. Respect Planned Area Development
standards and seek to harmonize
differentiating design requirements
between existing and new
development.
Medium CED Maintained Updating the Planned Area Development
section of code is in the Planning Work Plan for
FY20/21.
D. Design coordinated driveways,
parking, readily accessible open
space, landscape amenities and
proper infrastructure improvements.
Medium CED Maintained This is done on a project by project basis.
131 Continue to encourage the coordinated
development of vacant and adjoining
areas of 40 acres or more, either under
multiple or single ownership, to ensure
adequate planning for infrastructure,
circulation and amenities.
Ongoing CED Maintained This is done during the development review
process.
132
Plan for the growth of the community
through annexations by:
A. Creating an annexation strategy that
reflects sound financial planning.
Long CED, F, TM In
Progress
A draft annexation strategy has been
completed. All potential annexations are
evaluated for fiscal impact to determine the net
positive or negative fiscal impacts.
1C
B. Continuing support of staff in
technical review and analysis of
annexation proposals.
Long CED, F, TM Maintained Every annexation is reviewed and analyzed for
various potential impacts to the community.
1C
133 Investigate the annexation of county
islands and peninsulas to facilitate
infrastructure expansion and improve
Long TM In
Progress
A draft annexation strategy has been created. 1C
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operational efficiencies of municipal
services.
134 Hold periodic “energy summits” by
bringing together providers, key
landowners, businesses and Town staff to
identify and resolve issues and discuss
plans for future growth.
Long CED, TM Future
Item
Recommended for future strategic plan/work
plan item.
135
Respond to and plan for the present and
future housing needs of the community,
while considering changes in
demographics and overall growth by:
A. Conducting a housing inventory.
Medium CED Complete A housing component was included in the
Market Study commissioned by the Town in
2018.
B. Developing a housing plan, that
addresses the needs of a diverse
community.
Medium CED Future
Item
Recommended for future strategic plan/work
plan item.
C. Developing zoning strategies that
implement the housing plan.
Medium CED Future
Item
INFRASTRUCTURE
NO. TASK TIMEFRAME RESPONSIBILITY STATUS COMMENTS SLP
136
Identify and facilitate the timely
replacement and upgrade of aging
infrastructure by:
A. Developing cooperative relationships
with Town departments, outside
agencies and utility providers.
Annual PW, F, WU Complete The Town partnered with Marana on
Tangerine Road and with the County on the
La Cholla project.
The Town works cooperatively with ADOT on
their infrastructure updates, as well as with
PAG/RTA with new capacity projects. In
these projects we coordinate with utility
providers.
Cooperative agreements are also in place
with Marana and Metro Water for recharge
and recovery of water. The water utility works
with public works during maintenance
projects and any utility work.
Partnerships are in place to get reclaimed
water from Pima County.
4A
B. Integrating long-term accounting of
capital replacement costs into the
Capital Improvement Program.
Annual PW, F, WU Complete A 10-year facility needs assessment has
been done with $240,000 in the FY 19/20
budget. Upgrades to facilities are planned
annually.
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The pavement preservation program has an
index for pavement rating and the funding of
this program is also analyzed and part of the
10-year CIP.
The water utility also monitors their system's
efficiency to gauge aging infrastructure.
C. Identifying and seeking funding
options.
Annual PW, F, WU Complete An allocation of 5% of general fund sales tax
for capital projects is in place.
The water utility applies for 1-2 grants each
year to fund efficiency projects.
137
Develop a plan for new development and
infrastructure that:
A. Identifies funding methods and
techniques.
Medium PW, F In
Progress
The impact fee update will be addressing this.
There is an opportunity to create community
facilities districts. However, they are likely more
feasible with larger annexations.
B. Defines public and private cost
responsibilities.
Medium PW, F Maintained This is sometimes achieved through impact
fee credits, which the next infrastructure plan
will show credit eligible projects. Cost sharing
agreements / development agreement
(Lambert Lane) also achieve this action item.
The water utility also has extension
agreements where developers build the
infrastructure and the Water Utility adds it to
the asset list.
138
Develop criteria with other agencies and
providers for the responsible siting of
utilities, infrastructure and other public
facilities while considering their placement:
A. Underground to protect visual
character.
Medium PW, WU Maintained Protection of view corridors and visual aesthetics
is always a factor in public facilities projects.
B. In open spaces only when necessary
and with special consideration.
Medium CED, PW, WU Maintained Minimal impact practices are an ongoing effort
during development review. Nakoma Sky was an
example of how this was handled well.
139 Evaluate land use and development
proposals during the review process to
assess infrastructure needs in cooperation
with energy providers and property owners.
Ongoing CED Complete This is completed during the design review
process.
140 Make strategic public investments as part
of the Capital Improvement Program that
support desirable economic development.
Long CED, PW, F, TM Maintained Improvements to Naranja Park, the Aquatic
Center, and investment in Tohono Chul
amphitheater and like facilities bring in tourism
dollars. The CEDS plan also identifies
opportunities to continue these efforts.
7A
141 Coordinate infrastructure expansion and
future utility services in Innovation Park and
Ongoing CED In
Progress
This is an identified strategy in the CEDS plan to
be implemented within the next 5 years.
1A
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other key employment and commerce
sites.
142
Increase opportunities for
telecommunications and broadband
services in the community by:
A. Identifying community needs and
suitable providers.
Long CED, IT, TM In
Progress
This is an identified strategy in the CEDS plan to
be implemented within the next 5 years.
1A
B. Assessing suitable locations and the
impact on current infrastructure.
Long CED, IT, TM Future
Item
Recommended for future strategic plan/work plan
item.
143 Provide the community up-to-date
information through the Town’s website
about proposals for utility installations,
including new booster or transmission
facilities.
Ongoing WU, TM Maintained 6A
TRANSPORTATION AND CIRCULATION
NO. TASK TIMEFRAME RESPONSIBILITY STATUS COMMENTS SLP
144
Develop plans and strategies that increase
transportation options and the ability to travel
by means other than the automobile for all
community members by:
A. Coordinating efforts between the Town’s
land use, police department, engineering
and transportation divisions.
Short CED, PW, P&R,
OVPD
Maintained The Town has a Traffic Safety
Committee composed of engineers
from Public Works, the OVPD, Planning
Division, and Town Manager’s Office.
The committee discusses new roadway
projects and traffic concerns.
B. Investigating inclusion of bike lanes,
sidewalks or multi-use lanes along
collectors and arterials.
Short PW, P&R, OVPD Maintained All new public roadways require a multi-
use path.
145 Create a plan that coordinates the land use and
transportation planning for growth areas with
planning for transit and commercial corridors, in
coordination with other jurisdictions and
agencies.
Medium CED, PW Maintained The Town participates on several
committees for regional transportation
planning through the Pima Association
of Governments (PAG).
146 Re-examine Zoning Code parking ratios as part
of overall transportation planning in areas
where transportation options other than the
automobile are available.
Medium CED, PW In Progress Updating the parking code
requirements is on the Planning Work
Plan for FY20/21.
147 Create a complete streets design manual that
considers means to calm traffic, traffic safety,
neighborhood aesthetics, stormwater
management, access management, public
health, safety and community vitality.
Short CED, PW In Progress The Subdivision and Street Standards
Manual is currently being updated,
which may incorporate some complete
street elements.
148 Complete long-range planning for the roadway
network that addresses:
Medium CED, PW Future Item A transportation plan is on the Planning
Work Plan for FY19/20-FY20/21.
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A. Proper capacity (20-year traffic volume
projection) to serve traffic generated by the
land uses depicted on the General Plan
Land Use Map.
B. Future transportation needs, access and
development on major roadways.
Medium CED, PW Future Item
C. Fostering alternative routes to Oracle Road
in order to alleviate congestion.
Medium CED, PW Future Item
149 Define measures and identify available funding
that provide for the continued proactive
maintenance of a street system of the highest
quality.
Medium PW, F Complete The pavement preservation program is
a well-managed and well-funded
program. The Town dedicated HURF
funding well in advance and programs
for the lifecycle of the pavement.
Alternative funding has and will
continually be pursued
4A
150
Coordinate with the state to develop detailed
planning for Oracle Road that identifies
partnerships, funding options and agreements
in order to allow for:
A. Diverse development.
Medium CED, PW In progress The Town is currently working with the
new owners of the Oro Valley
Marketplace to revitalize the
commercial center.
4A
B. An upgraded transportation experience for
all users, including pedestrians and
bicyclists.
Medium PW Maintained ADOT receives State HURF 2.6
funding for local roadways. This
funding is passed through the Pima
Association of Government (PAG)
and is voted on for distribution, and
sometimes as offset for internal
project loans. The Town continues
to provide support in allowing
ADOT to utilize this funding as
needed.
Town has relayed over the years
that pedestrian facilities are needed
on Oracle Rd. Recently ADOT has
approved a new sidewalk along
Oracle Rd., from River Rd. to
Magee Rd.
The Town will continue to press
ADOT to continue this sidewalk up
through the northern limits of the
Town, as well as interconnect it
with the wider Loop MUP system.
4A
C. An upgraded visual quality. Medium CED, PW In progress Through Street Operations, The
Town has a landscaping IGA and
subsequent license agreement with
4A
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ADOT to maintain the vegetation
on the Oracle Rd. shoulders.
The IGA could be extended to
include maintenance and lane
closure permits, as well as identify
the resources needed to conduct
this body of work.
151
Re-evaluate roadway design standards,
especially for arterial and collector roads, to
include methods for:
A. Easy detection, response and clearing of
traffic incidents.
Medium PW, OVPD Complete This is handled through traffic incident
management. A public service
announcement (PSA) was done with
GRFD in conjunction with Public Works
on quickly clearing road from debris.
B. Reducing fuel consumption, congestion
and the number of vehicles starts and
stops.
Medium PW, OVPD In Progress The Subdivision and Street Standards
Manual is currently being updated.
C. Improving the attractiveness of roadways,
including public art, landscaping and
decorative light poles.
Medium CED, PW In Progress
D. Including landscaped medians with only
native vegetation, water harvesting and no
permanent irrigation on four-lane or larger
roadways.
Medium PW, OVPD Maintained Landscaped medians with water
harvesting instead of permanent
irrigation can be built. The cross section
is determined on a project by project
basis.
152 Develop partnerships with businesses and
other regional partners to more efficiently and
effectively provide mobility options, encourage
people to use multimodal transportation
methods, reduce trips and participate in bike
and pedestrian safety courses.
Short CED, PW, P&R Maintained
153 Create requirements for new development and
redevelopment to incorporate transit,
pedestrian and non-motorized transportation
measures during the development review
process
Medium CED, PW, P&R Complete All new public roadways require multi-
modal amenities (multi-use paths, etc.),
except bus amenities.
154 Collaborate with Pima County, Marana and
Tucson to enact consistent standards and
design guidelines for pedestrian and bicycle
facilities that will provide for a safe and sensible
network.
Medium CED, PW, P&R Maintained On multi-regional roadways, the
Town meets with other affected
jurisdictions and all agree on the
multimodal infrastructure to be
incorporated within major roadway
construction projects.
Both Tangerine Rd. and La Cholla
Blvd provide pedestrian/multimodal
facilities that were agreed to by
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Marana, the RTA, Pima County and
the Town of Oro Valley.
The Subdivision Street Standards
Manual is being updated to
incorporate more regional design
elements.
155 Develop a plan to eliminate gaps and barriers
and provide consistent connections in the
pedestrian and bikeway systems.
Short CED, PW, P&R Maintained The Town's participation in the loop
works towards this action item.
Additional connections are part of
the CIP program and will be
included in the Parks and
Recreation Master Plan.
Parks and Recreation reviews all
private developments for potential
connections and easements for
public use.
156 Assist in the completion and funding of the
regional bike and pedestrian "loop" system
through intergovernmental agreements and
collaboration.
Maintained CED, F, PW, P&R Maintained This continues to be an ongoing effort.
TOV has partnered with the County and
private owners to convey portions of
the loop to RFCD. These include the
pieces under La Canada connecting to
the Omni as well as the efforts in the
Big Wash. Promotion of the Loop
happens through coordination with
Pima County Parks and Recreation as
well as with private groups such as the
Sonoran Desert Mountain Bicyclists
group.
157 Pursue the certification of Oro Valley as an
exemplary bike-friendly community.
Short CED, F, PW, P&R Complete The Town is part of a regional
application, which is on a 3-year cycle
with the last application submitted in
2019. There are no plans to pursue it
independently.
158 Require private development to provide bicycle
amenities and trail system connection by
updating the Zoning Code
Medium CED, P&R Maintained Although a specific code amendment
has not been made to address this
specifically, bike and trail connections
are included in projects as applicable.
Bike and pedestrian amenities are
currently required through the zoning
code.
159
Encourage walkability and safe routes to
destinations through the community by:
Ongoing PW, OVPD Complete PD provides Maintained patrol of
pedestrian areas. All new public
roadways required multimodal
elements, except bus amenities.
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A. Building pedestrian facilities that connect
residential with nearby services and
amenities.
B. Integrating a comprehensive sidewalk
system into existing and future
transportation plans.
Short CED, PW, OVPD Complete All new public roadways required
multimodal elements, except bus
amenities.
C. Identifying locations where pedestrian
facilities and connections need to be
upgraded along major roadways.
Short PW, OVPD In Progress OVPD traffic unit participates in the
Traffic Safety Committee which
discusses these items.
D. Developing an assessment process for
walkability standards to be used during
development review.
Short CED, OVPD Future Item Walkability and ADA standards are part
of development review. However, a
protocol to assess walkability has not
been created yet.
E. Evaluating Town programs and creating
opportunities for collaboration with
community organizations and local
agencies to increase walking opportunities
for school children.
Short PW, OVPD Maintained OVPD has a school resource officer
who provides training on school zone
safety and works with children to find
safe crossings.
160
Develop a plan for future transit needs that
includes:
A. Safe, attractive, efficient transit shelters
that enhance the community's character.
Medium PW Future Item Recommended for future strategic
plan/work plan item.
B. Pullouts for buses. Medium PW Future Item
C. Efficient transit routes which allow for
coordination of trips to common
destinations and regional connections.
Medium PW Future Item
161 Continue partnerships with other transportation
providers to preserve and protect the mobility of
seniors and people of all abilities.
Ongoing PW Maintained
162 Provide public education that expands public
awareness of transit as a realistic, safe and
efficient alternative to individual vehicles
Ongoing PW Maintained
163 Monitor and modify existing transit service as
needed to respond to community needs and
changes
Ongoing PW Maintained
Department abbreviations:
CED- Community and Economic Development Department
F- Finance
GRFD- Golder Ranch Fire District
OVPD- Oro Valley Police Department
P&R- Parks and Recreation
PW - Public Works
TM- Town Manager’s Office
WU- Water Utility