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AGENDA
ORO VALLEY TOWN COUNCIL
REGULAR SESSION
AUGUST 21, 2024
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PRESENTATIONS
1.Presentation and discussion regarding the community's effort to create the next 10-year action plan,
known as OV's Path Forward
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Town Council Regular Session 1.
Meeting Date:08/21/2024
OV's Path Forward
Subject
Presentation and discussion regarding the community's effort to create the next 10-year action plan, known as OV's Path Forward
Summary
Residents have shared their ideas and perspectives on OV's future through surveys, at booths set up in front of their favorite restaurants and
shops, and online. The 8,900+ responses received through these three primary tools are summarized in the "Phase 1, Let's Talk" report
(Attachment 1).
ALL the feedback from residents is significant and will be used to create the 10-year plan. The attached report summarizes all the
resident feedback collected between October 24, 2023 – July 15, 2024. In addition to the three primary engagement tools, responses from a
statistically representative housing phone survey and data from the Parks and Recreation Master Plan are also referenced in the report. Both
provide more focused direction from residents on these topics.
Two factors should be considered when interpreting the results:
The phone surveys (BIG Community Survey and Housing) are the only tools that are statistically representative of all adults in OV. This
means a 50% response can be accurately projected to 19,442 adult residents. Event and online comments provide important context the
survey could not capture.
Low percentages are directly correlated with open-ended questions that have a broader range of responses. This makes similar
responses that rise above others more notable. Low percentages should not be misconstrued as unimportant or a low priority.
Bringing all the comments together
Using the statistically representative phone survey as a guide, event and online comments were categorized to find trends. Most of the
comments received at events and online were consistent with the responses to the phone survey. The full range of trends and verbatim
comments from events and online are available in Attachment 2. Notable information is provided in the table below.
Topic area Trends and common phrases
Community
Residents value the community being friendly and neighborly with quality schools. Residents
acknowledge the aging population, yet want to be more family-friendly and attract younger people.
Residents also want more entertainment and activities.
Housing Residents identified needs for more housing options and affordability for families and workforce while
limiting high-density and rentals.
Economic
Development and
Tourism
Residents identified a need for higher paying jobs and diversifying the type of industries in Oro Valley.
Supporting small businesses, filling empty storefronts, and increasing the customer base were priorities.
Parks, Rec, Trails
Residents value the variety of parks and recreational opportunities/events offered in the town. They
identified a need to increase bike, pedestrian and trail routes/connections and provide amenities for
specific hobbies or sports (e.g., gardening, fishing, softball, etc.).
Safety Residents highly value OVPD, safety, peacefulness, quietness. They want to ensure crime remains low,
schools are safe, and traffic laws are enforced.
Environment and
views
Residents highly value the desert, natural beauty, and views. They prioritized environmental resource
conservation (e.g., wildlife habitats, native plants, etc.) over development.
Water Residents prioritized monitoring the use of water resources, ensuring water capacity, and increasing
water conservation as priorities.
Climate Residents prioritized reducing heat with more shade, encouraging solar, and offering pollution/waste
cleanups.
Growth and
Development
Residents are concerned with managing growth, specifically as it relates to the pace of construction and
overcrowding. Residents appear to want a balance between maintaining the character of the town (views,
open space, neighborly feel) and providing more restaurants, housing choices, employment options.
Traffic and Mobility Residents are concerned about roadway capacity, safety enforcement and congestion. They identified a
need for more walkability, bicycle/pedestrian connectivity, and transportation planning.
Finances and
Services
Residents are concerned about controlling the budget/government spending and maintaining services.
They identified a need to diversify revenue sources to maintain infrastructure and services.
The table above is a brief summary. It is important to review the full report in Attachment 1 and resident responses in Attachment 2. Resident
working groups will be tasked with discussing the interrelationships between the community’s values and challenges to achieve alignment
among the 10-year plan’s goals, policies and actions. Alignment will require a balanced approach in a few key areas (e.g., growth-related
concerns and the desire for more restaurants and retail).
Using resident responses to create the 10-year plan
The community's next 10-year action plan must stay true to the direction provided by residents during the first phase of this effort. This core
mantra will be repeated and verified often. It is the surest way to ensure the plan will be ratified by the voters and remain relevant over a 10-year
time frame.
All resident responses create the foundational building blocks of the plan.
Specifically, the trends and common phrases will be used for:
Vision and guiding principles - Establishing the draft vision and principles that will guide the 10-year plan. The draft vision and guiding
principles will be released to the public to verify they reflect what most residents' value and expect in Oro Valley's future.
Goals, policies, and actions - Resident working groups will use the feedback to help forge goals, policies and actions for each
state-required and community-driven topic.
There will be 5 resident working groups open to the public. Residents will be strongly encouraged to participate and attend consistently. More
details, including ground rules for the resident working groups, will be presented to get the Town Council's feedback later this year. The main
rule is the goals, policies and actions must stay true to the resident feedback voiced during Phase 1.
The working groups are separated based on the level of importance, need and expectations identified by residents through the surveys, events
and online.
Community (includes parks, recreation, arts and culture, and safety) - OV being
safe (85%), family friendly (79%), having quality schools (79%), outdoor
opportunities (74%), and appreciation of the arts (53%) were most valued by
residents.
1.
Housing - 60% of residents were personally concerned about housing costs.
Additionally, this was the most discussed topic with the greatest degree of
variation between responses online. In 2023, the Community Engagement Plan
found 66% of residents were interested in this topic (within the top 4 identified,
behind water, development, and safety).
2.
Economic Development and Town Finances - 63% of residents think OV
should be a good place to start or operate a business. Additionally, 47% of
residents are concerned about the town managing finances and services with an
increased population.
3.
Environment, Climate, and Water - 65% of residents are concerned about
OV's water supply and 54% are concerned about protecting the environment
and views.
4.
Development and Traffic - 68% of residents are concerned about growth.
Additionally, 18% were concerned about traffic.
5.
Next Steps
Later this month, the draft vision and guiding principles will be published on OVPathForward.com. Residents will be invited through events,
media releases, social media, roadway signs, postcards to every household to verify the vision represents what most residents said. An official
public review period will be conducted from September 1 - September 30. If supported by resident feedback, the draft vision and guiding
principles will be refined prior to presenting them to the Planning and Zoning Commission for recommendation and the Town Council for
potential endorsement.
During this time, residents will also be invited to join a working group. The working groups will begin in January 2025 and work throughout the
next year to create a plan that reflects most residents' values, priorities and expectations for the future. Residents interested in joining a working
group are encouraged to register for this year's Community Academy that will be held throughout October and the beginning of November.
Although not a requirement for resident working groups, Community Academy is a great first step to learn more about how the town stays safe,
Although not a requirement for resident working groups, Community Academy is a great first step to learn more about how the town stays safe,
protects views, manages water and more. Graduates will be uniquely prepared for a working group. More information and registration for
Community Academy is available HERE.
Attachments
ATTACHMENT 1 - PHASE 1 REPORT
ATTACHMENT 2 - RESIDENT RESPONSES FROM EVENTS AND ONLINE
Staff Presentation
2
Introduction ............................................................................................4
Community Engagement ........................................................................6
Resident Working Group Discussion Points ...........................................10
Phase 1 Overview ...............................................................................12
Who is OV: People & Demographics .....................................................16
Where OV Lives: Housing .....................................................................20
Where OV Works: Economic Development & Tourism ..........................24
Where OV Plays: Parks, Recreation & Trails ..........................................28
How OV Stays Safe: Safety & Preparedness .........................................34
How OV Conserves: Environment & Views ...........................................38
How OV Sustains: Water & Climate ......................................................42
How OV Develops: Growth & Development .........................................48
How OV Travels: Roads & Mobility .......................................................52
How OV Maintains Services: Town Finances & Services ........................58
A. BIG Community Survey Report
B. Housing Survey Report
C. Summary of Resident Responses
D. Resident Comments From Events and Online
E. Unverified and Nonresident Comments From Events and Online
Table of Contents
Appendices
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Introduction
Oro Valley’s Path Forward will be the next 10-year community action plan.
Also known as a general plan, OV’s Path Forward will reflect the community’s
vision, goals, and policies that guide Town decisions for the next 10 years. The
resident-driven process to create the plan is divided into three different phases.
PHASE 1 LET’S TALK
Residents provided a significant amount
of direction to help shape OV’s future. The
responses collected during this phase are the
foundational building blocks for the 10-year
action plan.
An impressive 8,964 responses were received
from a BIG Community Survey, 78 events and
online. This report summarizes the responses
from all three engagement tools. To complete
this phase, a vision and principles guiding
Oro Valley’s future will be drafted based on
all resident responses.
Spectrum of resident participation
IMPORTANCE OF RESIDENT ENGAGEMENT
All three phases invite residents to participate, get information, engage and
collaborate to provide direction on OV’s future. The goal of this entire effort
is to empower residents to use the information gathered during Phase 1 to
confidently build their 10-year action plan and vote in 2026.
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UP NEXT: PHASE 2 LET’S THINK
Resident working groups will use the responses collected in Phase 1, data from
the background report, guidance from the Community Engagement Plan,
and draft vision and guiding principles to forge goals, policies and actions. These
actions will be implemented over a 10-year time frame to make the community’s
vision a reality. A comprehensive action plan will be drafted, refined and published
for review by all residents, prior to a vote in 2026.
2026: PHASE 3 DO IT! MAKE IT SO
The 10-year action plan will be community-built and reviewed to make sure it
reflects what most residents said. The plan will be on the ballot in 2026 for voter
approval.
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Community Engagement
Community participation and ownership is critical to creating a plan that
stays relevant over a 10-year time frame and resonates with most residents.
The process to create OV’s Path Forward provides a unique opportunity for
residents and stakeholders to guide Town decisions by establishing their
expectations and priorities for the future.
The award-winning and Town Council approved Community Engagement
Plan established the tools and methods being used to engage a broad range
of residents.
INVITE
A broad range of tools including postcards to every household,
roadways signs, social media, articles, comment boxes, podcasts
and more were used to spread the word and invite residents
to participate.
INFORM
A comprehensive background report providing a snapshot of current
conditions and considerations for major topics like public safety,
water and growth was published on OVPathForward.com. Short
videos, podcasts and news articles were also posted online.
ENGAGE
A comprehensive survey, interactive website and booths set-up
at town-wide events, restaurants and stores, provided convenient
and accessible opportunities for residents to share their ideas for
the future.
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Responses to theBIG CommunitySurvey
3,016
A statistically representative survey projectable to all OV adults, was conducted via phone from February 1, 2024 – March 15, 2024. The same survey was available online and through a paper form.
Comments atbooths at events, businesses, parksand more
3,769
Approximately 78 in-person opportunities were held from October 24, 2023 – May 31, 2024. Residents participating at events answered three main questions using post it notes: 1) What do you like best about OV? 2) What should OV be known for? 3) What do you think OV’s biggest challenges will be in the next 10 years?
Contributions on the OVPathForward.comwebsite
2,179
OVPathForward.com is an interactive website that was launched in October 2023. Each month, new ways for residents to share their ideas and priorities for the future were available. The website had over 16,000 visits and 580 subscribers.
SURVEY EVENTS ONLINE
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USING THIS REPORT
This report summarizes all the resident feedback collected between October
24, 2023 – July 15, 2024. In addition to the three primary engagement tools,
responses from a statistically representative housing phone survey and data
from the Parks and Recreation Master Plan are also referenced in this report.
Both provide more focused direction from residents on these topics.
The following should be considered when reading this report:
»The phone surveys (BIG Community Survey and Housing) are the only tools
that are statistically representative of all adults in OV. This means a 50%
response can be accurately projected to 19,442 adult residents. Event and
online comments provide important context the survey did not capture.
»Low percentages are directly correlated with open-ended questions that
have a broad range of responses. They should not be misconstrued as
unimportant or a low priority.
The report only includes resident responses. Unverified and non-resident
responses are provided HERE.
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Resident Working Group Discussion Points
Residents were consistent about their priorities and expectations for OV’s
future across all tools of engagement. Resident working groups will be tasked
with discussing the interrelationships between the community’s values and
challenges to achieve alignment amongst the 10-year plan’s goals, policies
and actions. Alignment will require a balanced approach in a few key areas.
Some examples requiring further discussion by resident working groups to
achieve alignment are shown in the table.
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STATISTICALLY REPRESENTATIVE PHONE SURVEYS ADDITIONAL CONTEXT
FROM ONLINE AND EVENTS
79% want OV to be
described as a family-
friendly community.
68% are concerned
with managing growth.
Identified housing options, more
restaurants, retail, entertainment
and activities are needed to attract
more families and younger people.
55% want Oro Valley to be
more self-sufficient with
opportunities to shop, live,
work and play.
40% want more restaurants
and retail.
42% want Oro Valley to remain
a bedroom community.
Support small and local businesses,
more restaurants. Some specified
concern over needing more housing
units to support more restaurants and
retail. Balance community needs with
character of the Town.
60% are personally
concerned with
housing prices.
37% want more
housing options.
64% prioritized workforce
attraction and retention as
a high priority.
44% of housing related
comments want fewer homes
and less growth.
More housing options, such as townhomes
and condos in specific areas are needed to
attract workers and younger families.
Concern about high-density apartments
taking away from the character of Oro
Valley and an oversupply of rentals.
41% want employment
opportunities.
18% are concerned with
traffic, and improving traffic
was the top suggestion (9%
of open-ended suggestions).
51% prioritized reducing
dependency on vehicles
by reducing travel distance.
48% prioritized reducing the
high percentage of commuters.
More employment opportunities and
higher paying jobs. The ability to live
and work in Oro Valley.
Support and encourage biking, walking
and transit to help reduce the dependency
on vehicles.
Heavy traffic during rush hour
and on main streets.
85% value Oro Valley as
being a safe community
with low crime.
18% are concerned
with traffic.
74% prioritized pedestrian
safety at major intersections.
Traffic safety from speeders and red-light
runners. Pedestrian safety throughout
town but specifically crossing through
major intersections.COMMUNITY & DEVELOPMENTWORKFORCE & TRAFFICHOUSING & WORKFORCETRAFFIC & SAFETY11
Values
Residents were asked: “What do you most
value/like best about Oro Valley”
The amount of resident responses to this
open-ended question is shown to the right
with common themes below.
306 PHONE SURVEY
RESPONSES
930 EVENT
COMMENTS
133 ONLINE
COMMENTS
The top four characteristics most valued by residents are shown below.
SAFETY | SAFE LIVING
CRIME FREE
Survey 36% | Event 12% | Online 19%
SENSE OF
COMMUNITY
Survey 19% | Event 10% | Online 3%
NATURAL
BEAUTY
Survey 29% | Event 20% | Online 21%
PARKS | RECREATION
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
Survey 10% | Event 12% | Online 8%
PHASE 1:LET’S TALKOverview
Survey responses are statistically representative of all adults in Oro Valley. Low percentages correlate to
open-ended questions that have a broad range of responses.
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DESCRIBING ORO VALLEY
The survey included a list of statements for residents to rate on a scale. Event and
online comments were open-ended which resulted in a broader array of responses.
300 PHONE SURVEY
RESPONSES 657 EVENT
COMMENTS 41 ONLINE
COMMENTS
AS A LOW CRIME
COMMUNITY
Safe, low crime
AS A FAMILY-FRIENDLY
COMMUNITY
Friendly, community, kind, welcoming
FOR ITS DESERT OR
MOUNTAIN VIEWS
Nature, views, dark skies, wildlife
AS AN OUTDOOR AND
RECREATIONAL COMMUNITY
Hiking, biking, variety of options, accessible
85 %
79%
80 %
74 %
It is highly important that the characteristics most valued by residents are maintained. It is highly important that the characteristics most valued by residents are maintained.
These characteristics are also how residents think OV should be described in the future.These characteristics are also how residents think OV should be described in the future.
Top survey responses with additional context provided at events and online are below. Top survey responses with additional context provided at events and online are below.
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The survey included a list of statements for residents to rate on a scale. Event
and online comments were open-ended, which resulted in a broader range of
responses. Top responses and additional context provided at events and online
are shown below.
300 PHONE SURVEY
RESPONSES 494 EVENT
COMMENTS 65 ONLINE
COMMENTS
The data to the left shows the top The data to the left shows the top
challenges or concerns residents identified challenges or concerns residents identified
for OV’s future followed by key phrases for OV’s future followed by key phrases
from events and online.from events and online.
MANAGING GROWTH
Overcrowding, balance,
congestion, overdevelopment,
pace of growth
68%
TRAFFIC CONCERNS
Congestion, capacity for growth,
law enforcement 18 %
MAINTAINING WATER
AVAILABILITY
Use of water resources,
capacity for growth
65%
PROTECTING THE
ENVIRONMENT
Balance with development,
wildlife habitats
54%
MAINTAINING A
LOW CRIME RATE
Supporting OVPD, increased crime,
regional crime impacts
49%
MAINTAINING
FINANCIAL STABILITY
Budget control, government
spending, providing services
47%
Challenges
PHONE SURVEY
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Resident priorities and ideas for OV’s future were collected through the survey,
events and online. A total of 1,385 ideas were provided through open-ended
questions on a variety of topics, shown in the table. More information about
each topic is provided in the applicable report section linked below.
Priorities and Ideas
Topic Areas Survey•Events Online Total
Community 56 | 22%82 | 14%17 | 3%115 | 11%
Housing 39 | 15%60 | 10%124 | 23%223 | 16%
Economic
Development 38 | 15%133 | 22%88 | 17%259 | 19%
Parks and Recreation 9 | 3%63 | 11%30 | 6%102 | 7%
Bike/Pedestrian/Trails 4 | 2%21 | 4%25 | 5%50 | 4%
Safety 6 | 2%3 | 1%51 | 10%60 | 4%
Environment
and Views 2 | 1%8 | 1%59 | 11%69 | 5%
Water 3 | 1%10 | 2%19 | 4%32 | 2%
Climate 6 | 2%13 | 2%12 | 2%31 | 2%
Growth and
Development 29 | 11%128 | 22%50 | 9%207 | 15%
Traffic 56 | 22%61 | 10%39 | 7%156 | 11%
Finances and Services 11 | 4%13 | 2%17 | 3%41 | 3%
*Survey comments provided through Q5 - If you could add or change one thing in Oro Valley, what would it be?
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WHO IS OVPeople & Demographics
Residents value the neighborly and friendly atmosphere in Oro Valley.
They desire more family-oriented activities and options.
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People & Demographics
VALUES
SENSE OF COMMUNITY, FAMILY,
FRIENDLY, PEOPLE 19%10%3%
SCHOOL QUALITY, EDUCATIONAL
OPPORTUNITIES 3%1%2%
QUALITY OF LIFE 3%1%2%
ATMOSPHERE/VIBE 2%1%2%
SMALL-TOWN FEELING 5%1%3%
QUIET AND PEACEFUL 7%3%0%
THEMES AND KEY PHRASES
FROM OPEN-ENDED RESPONSES SURVEY EVENTS ONLINE
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WHO OV ISPeople & Demographics
AS A FAMILY-FRIENDLY COMMUNITY
Community, friendliness, family-driven79%
FOR ITS QUALITY
SCHOOLS
Best public schools
and education
79%
FOR ITS ART
AND CULTURE
Arts, culture, preserving
OV’s history
53%
DESCRIBING ORO VALLEY
The percentage of residents who determined the following statement as an important
way to describe OV in the future is shown below, followed by common phrases from
events and online.
Additional descriptions provided at events
and online, when asked “What should OV be
known for?” include:
»Welcoming, inclusive and diverse
»An optimal place to live and visit
PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
Of the open-ended responses shared through the survey, events and online,
115 were related to the community and people. Community and people were
the third most discussed topic by residents.
56 PHONE SURVEY
RESPONSES
24% of Survey responses
82 EVENT
COMMENTS
16% of event comments
17 ONLINE
COMMENTS
3% of online comments
PHONE SURVEY
PHONE SURVEY
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FOR ITS ART
AND CULTURE
Arts, culture, preserving
OV’s history
MORE DIVERSITY
Welcoming, acceptance, inclusive 5%16%6%
MORE FAMILY OR KID-FRIENDLY
Attract younger families and young people, year-round
population, more kid-friendly activities 5%30%29%
MORE ENTERTAINMENT/ACTIVITIES
Things for kids/youth to do, hang out spots,
places to gather, indoor options 13%27%18%
IMPROVE SCHOOLS / SCHOOLS SAFETY 13%27%18%
THEMES AND KEY PHRASES FROM
COMMUNITY-RELATED RESPONSES SURVEY EVENTS ONLINE
Background report finding: OV’s current population is 48,226 and is projected to reach
a maximum capacity of 55,850 people around 2040. Racial and ethnic minority groups sub-
stantially contributed to the Town’s population growth between 2010-2020. The average age
of OV residents is 55.4 years old. However, 42% of residents are between the ages of 25-64.
Event and online participants also raised concerns about an aging population and shifts in
demographics from retirees to more families. Key phrases include:
»Providing services to support an aging population
»Balancing the needs of families, younger people and an older population
»Transitioning from retirees to having more families
»Providing amenities for all ages
Survey responses are statistically representative of all adults in Oro Valley.
Low percentages correlate to open-ended questions that have a broad range of responses.
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WHERE OV LIVESHousing
Overall, residents are concerned about the cost of housing and
managing growth. There is a desire to have a limited variety of housing types.
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Housing
VALUES
Some comments (less than 2%) provided at events valued Oro Valley’s
quality of housing.
PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
In addition to the BIG Community Survey, events and online engagement,
a statistically valid phone survey about housing types and attainability was
conducted in 2023. This section includes findings from all four engagement
tools. Of the open-ended response shared through the survey, events and
online, 223 were related to housing.
Housing was the most discussed topic online and referenced
often at events and in the survey.
39 PHONE SURVEY
RESPONSES
17% of Survey responses
60 EVENT
COMMENTS
12% of event comments
124 ONLINE
COMMENTS
24% of online comments
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WHERE OV LIVESHousing
Housing Development & Types
Background report finding: Most of Oro Valley’s housing is
detached single-family residential (73%). Only 13% of the housing
stock is traditional apartment units, which have low vacancy rates
(7% or less). Low vacancy rates indicate a demand for rentals in
Oro Valley. Targeting key areas for higher-density residential
could help provide more housing options and reduce Oro
Valley’s housing gaps.
MORE HOUSING
Housing types for everyone, especially
young families and workforce 8%7%13%
MORE HOUSING OPTIONS
Diverse options,
townhomes, condos 37%3%7%
FEWER HOMES
Limit residential development,
overpopulating, overcrowding 44%15%6%
FEWER APARTMENTS
Less density, concern
about rentals 28 %28 %27%
THEMES & KEY PHRASES FROM
HOUSING RELATED COMMENTS
2023 HOUSING
PHONE SURVEY
The following percentages
agreed with these statements:
SURVEY EVENTS ONLINE
High density should be in
areas with easy access to shops,
services, and facilities
60%
Apartments detract
from the character of OV
41%
Need for single-family homes
63%
Need for townhomes
or duplexes
40%
Need for apartments
24%
High density can blend in
with the character of
surrounding areas
54%
High density housing should
be located along arterials or
major roadways
46%
22
High density should be in
areas with easy access to shops,
services, and facilities
Apartments detract
from the character of OV
Need for single-family homes
Need for townhomes
or duplexes
Need for apartments
High density can blend in
with the character of
surrounding areas
Housing Attainability
Background report finding: 16.3% of owner-occupied homes and 39.8% of renter-occupied
homes are cost burdened, meaning more than 30% of their income is spent on housing-related
costs. Essential service workers, such as firefighters, police officers and nurses are priced out
of the Oro Valley housing market. Attainable housing is needed for OV’s workforce and
residents who want to stay but are cost burdened or priced out of the market.
LOWER RENT, AFFORDABLE HOUSING,
HOUSING COSTS 21%40%27 %
NO AFFORDABLE HOUSING,
Concern about rising crime and
commitment/care for the town 0%0%12%
THEMES & KEY PHRASES FROM
HOUSING-RELATED COMMENTS SURVEY EVENTS ONLINE
Housing costs are
personally concerning
60%
Average home prices are a
barrier to home ownership
54%
There is a lack of financially attainable
housing for critical service workers
47%
Children who grow up here
cannot afford to live in OV
as adults
34%
There is a lack of financially
attainable housing for seniors,
veterans, or persons with disabilities
42%
The following percentages agreed with these statements in the 2023 phone survey.
2023 HOUSING PHONE SURVEY
Survey responses are statistically representative of all adults in Oro Valley.
Low percentages correlate to open-ended questions that have a broad range of responses.23
WHERE OV WORKSEconomic Development & Tourism
Overall, residents want diversified industries that support higher paying jobs
and have a greater impact on the local economy. Residents also want Oro Valley
to be small-business friendly with an emphasis on filling empty storefronts.
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Economic Development & Tourism
DESCRIBING ORO VALLEY
The percentage of residents who determined the following statements
as important ways to describe OV in the future are shown below.
PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
Of the open-ended responses shared through the survey,
events and online, 259 are related to economic development.
38 PHONE SURVEY
RESPONSES
15% of Survey responses
133 EVENT
COMMENTS
22% of event comments
88 ONLINE
COMMENTS
17% of online comments
AS A GOOD PLACE TO START
OR OPERATE A BUSINESS
FOR ITS EMPLOYMENT
OPPORTUNITIES
63%58%
25
WHERE OV LIVESEconomic Development & Tourism
Economic Development
Background report finding: Increase in online sales and consumers using drive-thru or pick-up
areas. The need to redevelop and reuse big box stores will continue to increase.
Oro Valley has a significant challenge in recruiting popular Arizona industries like distribution
centers, supply chain businesses and other industries that have increased regionally, due to the
lack of large vacant parcels (over 30 acres) and rail or interstate access. The key to Oro Valley’s
economic development success will be to focus on creating new businesses or spin-off
businesses in our key industries—bio-life and sciences, emerging tech, and aerospace and
defense.
KEEP BUSINESSES OPEN/MORE BUSINESS-FRIENDLY 24%18%45%
MORE JOBS/EMPLOYMENT/BETTER SALARIES 8%3%13%
MORE RESTAURANTS/STORES/AMENITIES 61%62%20%
NEED A TOWN CENTER/ TOWN SQUARE/
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 8%13%11%
THEMES AND KEY PHRASES FROM
ECONOMIC RELATED COMMENTS SURVEY EVENTS ONLINE
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PHONE SURVEY
RESPONSE
The percent of responses rating
the following options as moderate
- high priorities is shown below
Tourism
Background report finding: Expanding the number of
events will result in additional room night stays and, in turn,
revenue for the Town. Oro Valley can position itself as a
premier tourism destination by embracing nature and
adventure, sustainability, culture, digital marketing &
technology, infrastructure development, and collaboration.
Phone survey
The percent of responses rating the following options as
moderate - high priorities is shown below.
MEDICAL/HEALTH
EMPLOYMENT
Medical services are always needed
69%
WORKFORCE ATTRACTION
AND RETENTION
Community is lacking amenities
(entertainment, restaurants, housing)
to attract young professionals
64%
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
60%
RESEARCH/
FINANCIAL PARKS
59%
SMALL PROFESSIONAL
OFFICES/COMPLEXES
48%
The following are needed to diversify
OV’s workforce as the amount of
available land reduces.
LIGHT INDUSTRY/
MANUFACTURING
44%
VISITOR/TOURIST
ATTRACTIONS
Make OV a destination and tourist
spot in Southern AZ, need more
events, entertainment (live music)
to attract tourists.
51%
HOTELS
& RESORTS
More hotel options, partner with
businesses to hold conventions
in OV.
41%
Additionally, online participants shared their favorite
spots to take visitors. These include:
»Catalina State Park
»Biosphere
»Desert Museum
»OV Farmer’s Market
Survey responses are statistically representative of all adults in
Oro Valley. Low percentages correlate to open-ended questions
that have a broad range of responses.
27
WHERE OV PLAYSParks, Recreation & Trails
OV residents highly value the availability and
variety of park and recreational opportunities.
28
Parks, Recreation & Trails
VALUES
DESCRIBING OV
PHONE SURVEY
PARKS/RECREATION/OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES 10%12%8%
BICYCLE/WALKING TRAILS/PATHS 2%6%6%
THEMES AND KEY PHRASES FROM
OPEN-ENDED RESPONSES SURVEY EVENTS ONLINE
AS AN OUTDOOR AND
RECREATIONAL COMMUNITY
Biking, walking, hiking, accessible amenities, wide
variety, great parks, pedestrian friendly, pickleball and
other sports facilities/fields.
74%
The percentage of residents who determined the following statement as an important
way to describe OV in the future is shown below, followed by common phrases from
events and online.
29
WHERE OV PLAYSParks, Recreation & Trails
0 2 4 6 8 10
Other
Indoor Pools
Skating Rink/Parks
Indoor Playgrounds
Pickleball Courts
Softball Fields
Other Sports Facilities
Water Parks
Garden
Community & Botanical
PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
9 PHONE SURVEY
RESPONSES
4% of Survey responses
63 EVENT
COMMENTS
13% of event comments
30 ONLINE
COMMENTS
7% of online comments
Of the open-ended response shared through the survey, events and online,
102 were related to parks, recreation or trails.
PARKS AND RECREATION AMENITY IDEAS
Background report finding: Activities that appeal to a wide range of people and offer a low-
cost for entry, such as pickleball, will continue to grow in popularity. Youth sport clubs will continue
to grow as more focus on preparing athletes for collegiate and professional level intensifies.
Exploring options to accommodate an increased demand for sports facilities will be critical.
30
Parks and Recreation Amenities
Roughly half of all comments received at events and online were general park
improvements, such as shade and seating, while the other half were amenity ideas.
Other amenity ideas include:
»Indoor shooting range
»Bocce Ball
»Lake/Pond
»Tennis walls
»Petting zoo
»Additional dog parks
»Disc Golf
»Rock Climbing
»Indoor running track
»Zipline on mountain
PARKS AND RECREATION MASTER PLAN
The Parks and Recreation Master Plan was completed in 2021, incorporating findings from
significant community engagement. This included feedback from events (1,611 responses),
an interactive website (926 responses), an online survey (372 responses) and a statistically
valid survey (443 residents).
Like the direction provided for OV’s Path Forward, general improvements to existing park
facilities were most supported (36%) followed by improvements to the existing trail system
(34%) and expansions to trail, bike, and pedestrian routes (28%).
Community gardens, performing arts venues, playgrounds and various sports facilities were
amenities residents supported. The Parks and Recreation Master Plan is available HERE.
31
Trails, Bicycle and Pedestrian Connectivity
Of the open-ended response shared through the survey,
events and online, 50 were related to trails, bicycle
and pedestrian connectivity.
Online participants could also map areas where trail, bike,
pedestrian or other safety improvements were needed. A
summary of the types of improvements identified is provided
below. For the maps with specifics, please click HERE.
4 SURVEY
RESPONSES
2% of Survey responses
21 EVENT
COMMENTS
4% of event comments
25 ONLINE
COMMENTS
5% of online comments
TRAILS
25% of the mapped improvements are related to trails and trailheads. Improvements focus on:
» MISSED CONNECTIONS
» NEED FOR SIGNAGE
BIKE
40% of the mapped improvements are related to bicycle connectivity. There is some overlap between bicycle and pedestrian connections. Improvements focus on:
» MAINTENANCE OF BIKE PATHS
» WIDTH OF BIKE PATHS
» CROSSWALKS
PEDESTRIAN
17% of the mapped improvements are related to pedestrian connectivity. Improvements focus on:
» CROSSWALKS AND TIMING OF LIGHTS
» PEDESTRIAN SAFETY
» SAFETY ALONG NARANJA DRIVE
OTHER
19% of the mapped improvements are related to general safety
» SAFETY ISSUES
» PARKING LOTS
32
Background report finding: Oro Valley has a dynamic trail system for hikers, bikers,
inline skaters, runners, equestrians and other users. A Trails Master Plan is underway to
complement the Parks and Recreation Master Plan. The 10-year plan should incorporate
both documents.
INCREASE BIKE OR PEDESTRIAN CONNECTIONS
Connectivity to parks, amenities and the
east side of Oracle Road 38%28%
INCREASE BIKE OR PEDESTRIAN ROUTES
Add bike boulevards, sidewalks along Naranja 33%68%
INCREASE THE NUMBER OF TRAILS
More hiking and walking trails 14 %0%
INCREASE PEDESTRIAN SAFETY
Crosswalk timing 14 %4%
THEMES AND KEY PHRASES FROM TRAILS,
BIKE AND PEDESTRIAN RELATED COMMENTS EVENTS ONLINE
INCREASE BIKE OR
PEDESTRIAN CONNECTIONS
68%
INCREASE BIKE OR
PEDESTRIAN ROUTES
56%
INCREASE THE
NUMBER OF TRAILS
58%
INCREASE
PEDESTRIAN SAFETY
74%
The percent of responses rating the following options as moderate - high priorities is shown below.
PHONE SURVEY PRIORITIES
Survey responses are statistically representative of all adults in Oro Valley.
Low percentages correlate to open-ended questions that have a broad range of responses.33
HOW OV STAYS SAFESafety & Preparedness
Being a safe place to live is highly valued by Oro Valley
residents. Residents support Oro Valley’s police force and presence.
34
Safety & Preparedness
VALUES
DESCRIBING OV
PHONE SURVEY
SAFETY, LOW CRIME, OVPD 36%12%19%
THEMES AND KEY PHRASES FROM
OPEN-ENDED RESPONSES SURVEY EVENTS ONLINE
AS A LOW CRIME
COMMUNITY
Low crime, safe community, OVPD
85%
The percentage of residents who determined the following statement as an important
way to describe OV in the future is shown below, followed by common phrases from
events and online.
35
HOW OV STAYS SAFE Safety & Preparedness
CHALLENGES
Background report finding: Theft is changing. Stolen packages increased significantly as more
people shop online. Fentanyl appears to be affecting more people every day, which leads to
overdoses and associated crimes like theft, burglary and assaults.
The percentage of residents who determined the following statement will be a challenge in
OV’s future, along with similar phrases heard at events and online, is shown below.
MAINTAINING
A LOW CRIME RATE
Drug addiction, panhandling, regional crime impacts,
funding police, maintaining a low crime rate with
more people
49%
A poll was also launched on OVPathForward.
com to understand residents’ concerns about
crime. Twenty-eight residents took the poll and
were most concerned with property theft (43%),
online scams or frauds (29%), and fentanyl or
other drug use (21%).
PHONE SURVEY
Survey responses are statistically representative of all adults in
Oro Valley. Low percentages correlate to open-ended questions
that have a broad range of responses.
36
MAINTAINING
A LOW CRIME RATE
Priorities and Ideas
PHONE SURVEY
PRIORITIES
The percent of responses rating the
following options as moderate to
high priorities is shown to the right.
SCHOOL SAFETY
86%
MAINTAINING CRIME
PREVENTION PROGRAMS
74%
A HIGH-VISIBILITY POLICE
FORCE WITH QUICK
RESPONSE TIMES
83%
DISASTER PREPAREDNESS FOR
FLOODING OR WILDFIRES
66%
Of the open-ended responses shared at events and online, 54 were related to public safety.
Background report finding: On average, OV’s Police Department meets all its response
time goals. Maintaining a well-trained police force is critical to staying one of the
safest cities in AZ.
3 EVENT
COMMENTS
1% of event comments
51 ONLINE
COMMENTS
10% of online comments
SCHOOL SAFETY
School resource officers 6%
A HIGH-VISIBILITY POLICE FORCE
With quick response times 80%
MAINTAINING CRIME PREVENTION PROGRAMS 2%
DISASTER PREPAREDNESS FOR FLOODING OR WILDFIRES 8%
THEMES AND KEY PHRASES FROM
SAFETY RELATED COMMENTS ONLINE
Comments about funding, recruiting and maintaining an effective police force provided at events.
37
HOW OV CONSERVESEnvironment & Views
OV residents value its natural beauty and scenic views.
Protecting views and environmental resources are top priorities.
38
Environment & Views
VALUES
DESCRIBING OV
PHONE SURVEY
NATURAL BEAUTY, VIEWS, DARK SKIES, WILDLIFE 29%20%21%
THEMES AND KEY PHRASES FROM
OPEN-ENDED RESPONSES SURVEY EVENTS ONLINE
FOR ITS DESERT OR
MOUNTAIN VIEWS
Scenery, views, accessible nature
80%
The percentage of residents who determined the following statement as an important
way to describe OV in the future is shown below, followed by common phrases from
events and online.
39
HOW OV CONSERVESEnvironment & Views
CHALLENGES
Background report finding: Oro Valley is almost built
out. Future and anticipated annexation areas must
be mapped for environmental resources to ensure
connectivity and habitat preservation. Maintaining
existing conservation areas is an ongoing need.
PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
PROTECTING THE
ENVIRONMENT
Losing natural habitats, protecting wildlife, balance
between open space and development
54%
Of the open-ended responses shared at events and
online, 67 were related to environment and views.
8 EVENT
COMMENTS
2% of event comments
59 ONLINE
COMMENTS
12% of online comments
PHONE SURVEY
40
PHONE SURVEY
PRIORITIES
The percent of responses rating the
following options as moderate to
high priorities is shown to the right.
MAINTAINING VIEWS
82%
EXPANDING OV
CONSERVATION AREAS
65%
MAINTAINING WILDLIFE
CORRIDORS
69%
PROTECTING NATIVE
PLANTS
77%
Background report finding: According to federal, state and local scientific experts, habitat
conservation is the primary tool for wildlife protection. Maintaining and exploring best
practices to conserve existing habitats and wildlife corridors is important to OV’s future.
Approximately 30% of Oro Valley land is open space. Oracle and Tangerine roads are both
scenic corridors. Building heights are restricted and additional landscaping is required to
maintain views of the mountains. Examining the balance between open space, views
and development is an important aspect of the 10-year plan.
MAINTAINING VIEWS
Height restrictions 63%37%
MAINTAINING WILDLIFE CORRIDORS
Well-defined and connected pathways for wildlife 38%27%
EXPANDING OV CONSERVATION AREAS
Using grants, property tax or other funding mechanisms to expand 0%19%
PROTECTING NATIVE PLANTS
Protect plants along paths to reduce heat 0%14%
OTHER 0%4%
THEMES AND KEY PHRASES FROM
ENVIRONMENT RELATED COMMENTS EVENTS ONLINE
Survey responses are statistically representative of all adults in Oro Valley.
Low percentages correlate to open-ended questions that have a broad range of responses.41
HOW OV SUSTAINSWater & Climate
Responsible water use and conservation are important to Oro Valley residents.
42
Water & Climate
Some comments (less than 3%) provided at events and online valued OV’s
use of water resources and the quality of water.
Background report finding: It is projected at Town buildout the total
potable water demand will increase 8.5% over the current total potable
water demand. This is based on no rezonings or annexations. OV has
sufficient water supplies to serve the anticipated growth within our
existing service area.
Although Oro Valley has never experienced a water shortage due to its stra-
tegic water use and conservation measures, living in a desert requires more
work to be done. Ensuring a sufficient water supply for future generations
and anticipated annexation areas is needed.
The percentage of residents who determined the following statement will
be a challenge in OV’s future, along with similar phrases heard at events and
online, is shown below.
VALUES
CHALLENGES
MAINTAINING WATER
AVAILABILITY
Water supply, too much development to maintain water
supply, use of water resources (drinking water)
65%
PHONE SURVEY
43
HOW OV SUSTAINSWater & Climate
PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
Of the open-ended response shared at events and online, 29 were related to water.
WATER CONSERVATION
Encourage zero-water use landscaping and yards,
water sustainability, rainwater collection 80%42%
REDUCE CONSUMPTION OF DRINKING WATER
Drinking water being used in the wrong places (e.g. golf courses),
expanding the use of reclaimed water, using gray water for irrigation 20%59%
THEMES AND KEY PHRASES FROM
WATER-RELATED COMMENTS EVENTS ONLINE
Background report finding: Residential customers use more than half of their total monthly
water consumption outdoors. 42% of leaks confirmed by customers in the last year on the
WaterSmart program were related to irrigation.
WATER
10 EVENT
COMMENTS
2% of event comments
19 ONLINE
COMMENTS
4% of online comments
44
PHONE SURVEY PRIORITIES
REDUCE THE CONSUMPTION OF DRINKING WATER BY:
The percent of responses rating the following options as moderate to high priorities is shown below.
INCREASE COMMUNITY
AWARENESS ABOUT WATER
CONSERVATION
78%
BANNING USE ON GOLF
COURSES AND DEVELOPMENT
RELATED TURF IRRIGATION
63%
SUPPORTING THE USE
OF RECYCLED WATER
55%
INCREASING WATER
CONSERVATION REQUIREMENTS
FOR NEW DEVELOPMENT
66%
EXPAND WATER
CONSERVATION PROGRAMS
57%
45
PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
Of the open-ended responses shared at events and
online, 25 were related to climate and sustainability.
13 EVENT
COMMENTS
3% of event comments
12 ONLINE
COMMENTS
3% of online comments
CHALLENGES
Background report finding: OV’s average high temperature is 84.6 degrees. However, June
is the hottest month, with triple digits temperatures throughout the summer. Heat islands
are areas with a lot of impervious surfaces that increase OV’s temperature, especially at night.
Background report finding: Reducing the amount
of pavement covering on a site to only what is
necessary is critical. Trees are the most effective
tool to mitigate and reduce heat island effects.
CLIMATE, WEATHER, MONSOONS 9%3%2%
INCREASE HEAT, GETTING TOO HOT, WEATHER 6%1%2%
THEMES AND KEY PHRASES FROM
OPEN-ENDED RESPONSES SURVEY EVENTS ONLINE
CLIMATE
46
CLIMATE, WEATHER, MONSOONS9%3%2%
INCREASE HEAT, GETTING TOO HOT, WEATHER 6%1%2%
PHONE SURVEY PRIORITIES
The percent of responses rating the following options as moderate to high priorities is shown below.
EXPLORE INCENTIVES
FOR SOLAR
67%
ALLOW ENERGY-
EFFICIENT, WHITE
ROOFTOPS
67%
REDUCE HEAT
THROUGH
LANDSCAPING
66%
EXPLORE INCENTIVES
TO INCREASE USE OF
ENERGY-EFFICIENT
APPLIANCES
61%
REDUCE HEAT WITH
DIFFERENT BUILDING
MATERIALS
65%
REDUCE DEPENDENCY
ON VEHICLES BY
REDUCING TRAVEL
DISTANCE AND TRAFFIC
51%
REDUCE CARBON
EMISSIONS
50%
RECYCLING/WASTE PROGRAMS,
NEIGHBORHOOD CLEANUPS 62%25%
PROMOTE AND
ENCOURAGE SOLAR 8%17%
REDUCE HEAT THROUGH LANDSCAPING
More trees and shade, especially along streets, walkways, paths 23%50%
REDUCE CARBON EMISSIONS
EV charging stations 8%8%
THEMES AND PHRASES FROM
CLIMATE-RELATED COMMENTS EVENTS ONLINE
Survey responses are statistically representative of all adults in Oro Valley.
Low percentages correlate to open-ended questions that have a broad range of responses.47
Overall, OV residents are concerned about growth but would like a central gathering
area, more restaurants, shopping, employment and housing options.
HOW OV DEVELOPSGrowth & Development
48
Growth & Development
Background report finding: The Town is approaching build-out as only
12% of land allowed for development is vacant. Half of the vacant land has
a previously approved plan for development. Most of the remaining vacant
land is zoned for large-lot residential. Based on the amount of remaining
land and existing zoning, Oro Valley is expected to reach a maximum
population of 55,850 people. This is roughly 7,624 more people.
VALUES
CHALLENGES
CLEAN/CLEANLINESS 8%4%3%
ACCESS TO SHOPPING/CONVENIENCE 9%2%3%
SMALL-TOWN FEEL 5%1%3%
WIDE-OPEN SPACES 3%3%2%
WELL PLANNED/DESIGN 0%2%3%
THEMES AND KEY PHRASES FROM
OPEN-ENDED RESPONSES SURVEY EVENTS ONLINE
49
HOW OVCREATESGrowth and Development
PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
Of the open-ended responses shared at events and online 178 were
related to growth and development.
BALANCED GROWTH TO
MEET NEEDS OF POPULATION
AND MAINTAIN CHARACTER 13%21%
PACE OF GROWTH,
OVERDEVELOPING 41%36%
OVERCROWDING,
CONGESTION, UNABLE TO
SUPPORT MORE RESIDENTS 31%43%
OPPOSITION TO GROWTH 1%5%
THEMES AND KEY PHRASES FROM
GROWTH-RELATED COMMENTS EVENTS ONLINE
128 EVENT
COMMENTS
26% of event comments
50 ONLINE
COMMENTS
10% of online comments
PHONE SURVEY
RESPONSE
OF RESIDENTS THINK
MANAGING GROWTH
WILL BE A CHALLENGE
68%
OF RESIDENTS
PREFER OV BE MORE
SELF-SUFFICIENT WITH
OPPORTUNITIES TO
LIVE, WORK, SHOP
AND DINE
55%
OF RESIDENTS
PREFER OV TO REMAIN
A BEDROOM SUBURB
42%
DO NOT HAVE AN
OPINION/UNSURE
3%
50
PHONE SURVEY
RESPONSE
PHONE SURVEY RESPONSES
Survey respondents were asked to choose which land development option they prefer in OV.
Respondents could choose multiple options or none.
EMPLOYMENT
OPPORTUNITIES41%NONE8%OTHER3%
CENTRAL GATHERING AREA
WITH SHOPPING, DINING,
AND PERFORMING VISUAL
ARTS CENTER
58%
MORE RESTAURANTS OR
RETAIL, EVEN IF LOW-RISE
HIGH DENSITY IS NEEDED
TO SUPPORT IT
40%
MORE HOUSING OPTIONS
LIKE TOWNHOMES,
CONDOS
37%
Background report finding: Being strategic with the remaining land is critical to creating
a more self-sufficient community with opportunities to live, work, and play.
CENTRAL GATHERING AREA
Town center, place for people to gather, performing arts, downtown 13%13%
EMPLOYMENT
H igher paying jobs and employers 3%6%
MORE RESTAURANTS AND RETAIL
Small businesses, family-owned restaurants, upscale shopping.
Some specified more restaurants/retail with less high-density housing.63%32%
MORE HOUSING OPTIONS
Townhomes, condos and other financially attainable options. Homes with
smaller footprints, mix of housing densities. 2%18%
NONE/NO DEVELOPMENT 0%24%
THEMES AND KEY PHRASES FROM
LAND DEVELOPMENT RELATED COMMENTS EVENTS ONLINE
Additional comments from events and online included building or zoning standards, such as restricting height
and maintaining a well-planned and designed town.
Survey responses are statistically representative of all adults in Oro Valley. Low percentages correlate to open-ended
questions that have a broad range of responses.51
Improving traffic flow and safety, encouraging bicycle,
pedestrian and transit are important to Oro Valley residents.
HOW OV TRAVELSRoads & Mobility
52
Roads & Mobility
Background report finding: Road improvements in specific areas are required
over time; however, OV’s major and minor arterials have sufficient capacity
to support the additional population projected at town build-out.
VALUES
CHALLENGES
GOOD ROADS - CLEAN,
SMOOTH, FEWER POTHOLES 3%2%2%
LOW TRAFFIC – LESS TRAFFIC 0%1%2%
TRAFFIC CONCERNS
More traffic congestion, road capacity to handle growth,
controlling traffic, traffic planning, traffic along Oracle 18%16%18%
THEMES AND KEY PHRASES
OPEN-ENDED RESPONSES
THEMES AND KEY PHRASES
FROM OPEN-ENDED RESPONSES
SURVEY EVENTS ONLINE
SURVEY EVENTS ONLINE
53
HOW OV TRAVELSRoads and Mobility
PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
Of the open-ended responses
shared at events and online,156
were related to traffic and mobility.
Background report finding: Gasoline tax rates (state and federal) have
not increased since the 90s, yet inflation of materials and labor for roadway
maintenance continues to rise. OV’s proactive approach to maintaining
roads must be maintained. Additional funding options for roadway
widening and maintenance projects need to be explored.
56 SURVEY
RESPONSES
24% of Survey responses
61 EVENT
COMMENTS
12% of event comments
39 ONLINE
COMMENTS
8% of online comments
TRAFFIC IMPROVEMENTS
ROADWAY MAINTENANCE
GENERAL TRAFFIC IMPROVEMENTS
Reduce speeding through roadway design, safety and
major intersections, stop light runners 46%21%44%
BETTER TRAFFIC LIGHTS/STREET LIGHTS
Timing of lights along Oracle, more streetlights
for driving at night 14%26%8%
THEMES AND KEY PHRASES FROM
TRAFFIC-RELATED COMMENTS SURVEY ONLINEEVENTS
GENERAL ROAD MAINTENANCE
ADA compliance, pavement preservation, clean up litter along streets
(Oracle), add more trees and landscaping 36%10%
THEMES AND COMMON PHRASES FROM
TRAFFIC-RELATED COMMENTS EVENTS ONLINE
MAINTAIN
ROADWAYS IN A
PROACTIVE MANNER
Percent rated as a moderate
to high priority
91%
PHONE SURVEY
54
ONLINE
COMMENTS
8% of online comments
Percent rated as a moderate
to high priority
Background report finding: OV has a high percentage of commuters, with 87.6% of
workers leaving and 82.5% coming into town daily.
Background report finding: The number
of trips provided through Dial-A-Ride has
increased 171% and is expected to continue to
increase. Services for seniors are currently not
available on the weekends. As transit changes
from a small operation to a larger one, a
joint transit facility for the northwest region
should be considered. Transportation options
for seniors on the weekends are needed,
such as bus stops along major routes to
promote use and coordinate transfer points.
REDUCE VEHICLE MILES TRAVELED
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
REDUCE THE HIGH PERCENTAGE OF
COMMUTERS WITH MORE HOUSING
AND EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
This option was supported by 10% of the online comments related to traffic.
48%REDUCE DEPENDENCY ON
VEHICLES BY REDUCING TRAVEL
DISTANCE AND TRAFFIC51%
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
Options for seniors, traveling to Tucson and Phoenix, allowing people to
safely get to work and activities, reduce dependence on vehicles 16%26%
THEMES AND COMMON PHRASES
FROM TRAFFIC RELATED COMMENTS EVENTS ONLINE
INCREASING PUBLIC
TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS55%
Percent rated as a moderate to high priority
PHONE SURVEY
PHONE SURVEY
55
Background report finding: Use of electric vehicles is expected to increase. Infrastructure,
such as charging stations, is needed to support a higher use of electric vehicles.
Background report finding: Automobile use could be reduced with the advancement in
electric technology and mobility devices for single use (e.g. electric bikes or scooters). Use
of electric bicycles will continue to grow in popularity. Roadway modifications would be
needed to support electronic or mobility devices.
ELECTRIC VEHICLES
OTHER MODES OF TRANSPORTATION
SUPPORT ELECTRIC VEHICLES
WITH CHARGING STATIONS
Percent rated as a moderate to high priority. This option was also supported by 3% of online.
47%
SUPPORT OTHER MODES OF TRANSPORATION
LIKE ELECTRIC BIKES OR SCOOTERS45%
Survey responses are statistically representative of all adults in Oro Valley. Low percentages correlate
to open-ended questions that have a broad range of responses.
PHONE SURVEY
PHONE SURVEY
Percent rated as a moderate to high priority
56
Being fiscally responsible and maintaining services
is important to Oro Valley residents.
HOW OV MAINTAINS SERVICESTown Finances& Services
58
HOW OV MAINTAINS SERVICESTown Finances
Background report finding: Reductions in construction
sales tax are anticipated and will depend on development
activity. Currently, the town is 88% built-out. Operations and
infrastructure maintenance costs continue to rise with
population and service demand.
Of the open-ended response shared at events and online,
30 were related to finances and services.
VALUES AND CHALLENGES
Some comments (less than 1%) provided at events stated
OV should be known for being fiscally responsible.
This value was reiterated by the phone survey as
almost half of residents perceive maintaining financially
responsibility as a challenge.
13 EVENT
COMMENTS
3% of event comments
17 ONLINE
COMMENTS
3% of online comments
MAINTAINING
FINANCIAL STABILITY
Budget control, revenue sources, inflation
47%
PHONE SURVEY
59
PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
PHONE SURVEY RESPONSES
Survey respondents were asked to choose which revenue generator they would support.
Respondents could choose multiple or none.
ISSUING
MUNICIPAL BONDS42%
ADDING OR
INCREASING USER FEES24%INCREASE SALES TAX
WITH MORE RETAIL22%IMPLEMENT A
PROPERTY TAX18%
PURSUE
ANNEXATIONS29%IMPLEMENT A COMMERCIAL
BUSINESS TAX28%
Background report finding: There is a high need to diversify revenue streams to help
insulate the Town from fluctuations in the economically volatile revenue sources that Oro Valley
currently relies on.
ISSUING MUNICIPAL BONDS 0%5%
ANNEXATIONS
Expansion of town limits, annexation possibilities 54%0%
IMPLEMENT A COMMERCIAL BUSINESS TAX 0%10%
ADDING OR INCREASING USER FEES
Fairest option 0%15%
INCREASE SALES TAX
With more retail even if more residential density is needed to support it 0%10%
IMPLEMENT A PROPERTY TAX
Need a property tax, keep quality of life and reduce
amount of growth, inevitable 8%48%
NO PROPERTY TAX
Lower property taxes, controlling property taxes, no property taxes 38%14%
THEMES AND KEY PHRASES FROM
FINANCE-RELATED COMMENTS EVENTS ONLINE
Survey responses are statistically representative of all adults in Oro Valley.
Low percentages correlate to open-ended questions that have a broad range of responses.60
ISSUING MUNICIPAL BONDS0%5%
ANNEXATIONS
Expansion of town limits, annexation possibilities 54%0%
IMPLEMENT A COMMERCIAL BUSINESS TAX0%10%
ADDING OR INCREASING USER FEES
Fairest option 0%15%
INCREASE SALES TAX
With more retail even if more residential density is needed to support it0%10%
IMPLEMENT A PROPERTY TAX
Need a property tax, keep quality of life and reduce
amount of growth, inevitable8%48%
NO PROPERTY TAX
Lower property taxes, controlling property taxes, no property taxes38%14%
61
Appendix D:
Resident Comments from Events and Online
1
WHO OV IS: ELEMENTS LIKED BEST
Sense of community (Community/People/Friendliness)
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage
Q1 - Element Liked Most: 19%4 / 3%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
1.3 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Thoughtful residents
1.894 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Art, mountains, people
1.482 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Cacti, mountains and people
1.1447 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Cleanliness safety community neighborly Beautiful
1.356 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Community
1.402 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Community
1.461 12/7/2023 Riverfront Park Yes Community
1.462 12/7/2023 Riverfront Park Yes Community
1.578 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle Yes Community
1.584 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle Yes Community
1.598 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes Community
1.37 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Community feeling
1.325 11/14/2023 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Yes Diversity
1.1373 4/25/2024 Starbucks Yes Family
1.1364 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes Family & friends
1.448 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes Family Community
1.744 2/25/2024 Oracle Crossings Plaza Yes Family focused
1.1066 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Family oriented!
1.658 2/10/2024 Cruise, BBQ and Blues at OV Marketplace Yes Friendly community
1.727 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Friendly neighbors
1.238 11/7/2023 Planning and Zoning Commission Yes Friendly people
1.343 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center No Friendly people
1.983 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Friendly people
1.1047 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Friends
1.1356 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes Friends
1.455 12/7/2023 Riverfront Park Yes Good community
1.543 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Good community
1.18 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Good neighbors
1.329 11/14/2023 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Yes Great people
1.311 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes I like how safe and family-friendly we are
1.767 3/1/2024 Comment Box - the Peak Yes I like the Valley's, public spaces and people who are my age (18) who are relatable
1.504 12/15/2023 OV Public Library Yes It's an amazing community with kind, caring people!
1.411 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Mix of people and ages
1.503 12/15/2023 OV Public Library Yes Mostly kind people
1.399 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Mountain views, people, and trails
1.1049 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes My family and friends
1.630 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes My friends and neighborhood and views
1.1055 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes My friends at school
1.445 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes Nice Community
1.1343 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes Nice place
1.373 11/21/2023 Budget and Finance Commission Yes People
1.715 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes People
1.522 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes People and friendliness and safe
1.1338 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes People are friendly
1.501 12/15/2023 OV Public Library Yes People are nice and safe environment
Events: Total / Percentage
90 / 10%
2
WHO OV IS: ELEMENTS LIKED BEST
1.879 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes People, sunshine, water
1.1276 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Safe & kindness
1.768 3/1/2024 Comment Box - the Peak Yes Safe, clean, people are amazing, magical views (mountains)
1.874 3/13/2024 Center Pointe Vistoso HOA Yes Safe, sense of community
1.887 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Safety, kindness, views, weather, people
1.4 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Sense of community
1.5 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Sense of community
1.853 3/9/2024 Guns vs. Hoses Kickball Tournament Yes Sense of community
1.1042 3/27/2024 Sun City Community Forum Yes Size & friendliness
1.306 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Small, close-knit community
1.897 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Snow-bird friendly
1.043 4/1/2024 Comment Box CRC Yes Sun, air and great people
1.1265 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Swimming - diversity
1.365 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes The community
1.596 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes The community
1.641 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes The Community
1.317 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes The community and how it sticks together
1.605 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes The people
1.589 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle Yes The people
1.1345 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes The people
1.360 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes The people are so welcoming to newcomers
1.509 12/15/2023 OV Public Library Yes The people in it
1.430 12/4/2023 Historic Preservation Commission Yes The true sense of community
1.747 2/25/2024 Oracle Crossings Plaza Yes The views & community
1.507 12/15/2023 OV Public Library Yes The views, the warmth, the kind people, and the library
1.987 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Views & family oriented
1.977 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Views and community
1.888 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Views, people
1.1369 4/25/2024 Starbucks Yes The old people
1.559 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Community, views, parks, schools
1.308 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes I like the community in OV
1.621 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Catalinas! Growing diversity, more elbow room in living
1.1283 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes A good amount of 55+
1.480 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Nature, art, community
1.318 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Rich people and older population
1.762 2/29/2024 Copper Creek HOA Yes Community great place to live
1.839 3/8/2024 OVAC Swim Meet Yes I love the community and the views
1.900 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Community, safety
1.1252 4/9/2024 Panera/Chipotle Yes The community
1.730 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Neighborhoods
1.1304 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes A community different than Tucson's
1.590 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle Yes Trails, outdoor connection with community
1.619 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes The community & parks
1.639 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes Community and all the things to do like trails
1.431 12/4/2023 Historic Preservation Commission Yes We care about our neighbors
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
1.1.26 Connect Discussion Yes Open spaces, Walking trails, bicycle trails good streets and friendly people.6 0
1.1.47 Connect Discussion Yes I like the safety, the friendliness of the people and the service providers, how well kept both the private and the public properties are,
the lack of light pollution and feelings of ruralness while still having the amenities of suburbia.
5 0
3
WHO OV IS: ELEMENTS LIKED BEST
1.1.135 Connect Discussion Yes Oro Valley is a friendly and safe community. We really like the fact that Oro Valley Hospital and all our Dentists and MDs are short drives
from our house. We spend a lot of time in the Market Place, but are concerned that we have lost our major sporting goods store as well
as our computer/electronics store (Best Buy). Yesterday we discovered one of our favorite restaurants (Red Lobster) has closed. Why were
they forced to move? We moved here from Saddlebrooke Ranch because we hated to drive several miles just to eat and shop. Now we
find we have to start driving again, but this time the drive is into a part of Tucson that we really don't care to spend time in.
1 0
1.1.124 Connect Discussion
Yes I like it’s a family friendly city, the parks and the kids outdoor activities, but still need more, like baseball fields.1 0
13 0
Quiet/Laidback/Peaceful
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q1 - Element Liked Most: 7%0 / 0%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
1.1408 5/17/2024 Battle of the Bands Yes Access to things, pickleball & parks, bike paths, quiet, safe
1.603 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes How quiet it is
1.1393 5/6/2024 Comment Box Stone Canyon Yes How quiet it is
1.315 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes How quiet it is and empty it is at night
1.320 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes It is quiet at night
1.911 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Peaceful
1.1371 4/25/2024 Starbucks Yes Peaceful
1.884 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Quiet
1.355 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Quiet
1.831 3/6/2024 Roche Tissue Diagnostics Yes Quiet
1.868 3/12/2024 Street Taco and Beer Co.Yes Quiet
1.912 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Quiet
1.1284 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Quiet
1.516 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Quiet and lots to do
1.524 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Quiet and more affluent
1.243 11/9/2023 Neighborhood Meeting on 11.09.2023 Yes Quiet and quaint
1.1006 3/19/2024 College of Veterinary Medicine Yes Quiet and safe
1.745 2/25/2024 Oracle Crossings Plaza Yes Quieter
1.1273 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Quietness
1.1285 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Quietness & low traffic
1.764 3/1/2024 Comment Box - CRC Yes Safety & quiet
1.1376 4/25/2024 Starbucks Yes The peacefulness
1.1062 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Tranquility away from city
1.770 3/1/2024 Comment Box - La Reserve Yes Views & it is pretty quiet
Small Town Feel
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage
Q1 - Element Liked Most: 5%4 / 3%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
1.1411 5/17/2024 Battle of the Bands Yes Low population and views
1.746 2/25/2024 Oracle Crossings Plaza Yes Relatively small
1.31 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Size
1.848 3/9/2024 Guns vs. Hoses Kickball Tournament Yes Slow paced is A+
13 / 1%
Events: Total / Percentage
24 / 3%
4
WHO OV IS: ELEMENTS LIKED BEST
1.551 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Small community
1.962 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Small community
1.976 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Small community
1.1253 4/9/2024 Panera/Chipotle Yes Small town
1.478 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Small town feel
1.613 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Small town feel
1.237 11/7/2023 Planning and Zoning Commission Yes Small town feel
1.1056 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Small town feeling
1.471 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Still a small town
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
1.1.2 Connect Discussion Yes The beauty and openess of our community. The small town atmosphere. The friendliness of folks in stores, on the streets, etc. I guess
that's 3 things!
7 0
1.1.47 Connect Discussion Yes I like the safety, the friendliness of the people and the service providers, how well kept both the private and the public properties are, the
lack of light pollution and feelings of ruralness while still having the amenities of suburbia.
5 0
NA How OV DevelopsComment Yes PART OF LARGER COMMENT: Oro Valley has a unique character of large lot single family homes and open space with mountain and
sunset views. We need to retain that character, and retain the gorgeous views. Annexation is positive only if we don’t build hoards of
soulless, small-lot homes with no character as we see going in now.
NA NA
NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes Oro Valley should remain a bedroom community with lots of open spaces. Mountain views should be preserved by limiting any
condos or apartments to two stories maximum.
4 4
16 4
Schools/Quality of Schools
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage
Q1 - Element Liked Most: 3%2 / 2%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
1.1382 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes Education
1.68 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Education opportunities
1.674 2/17/2024 Cold Beer & Cheeseburgers Yes Good schools
1.499 12/15/2023 OV Public Library Yes Mountains and school
1.606 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes My school
1.1375 4/25/2024 Starbucks Yes My school & my church OVCN
1.1387 5/1/2024 Comment Box Dental Group Yes Paths, schools, safety
1.441 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes Schools
1.832 3/6/2024 Roche Tissue Diagnostics Yes Schools
1.833 3/6/2024 Roche Tissue Diagnostics Yes Schools
1.568 1/9/2024 CRC Booth Yes Security, Community facilities (tennis program is awesome), Education for kids
1.886 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes The Schools
1.1407 5/17/2024 Battle of the Bands Yes Views & quiet, schools
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
1.1.9 Connect Discussion Yes The views, the peacefulness, the school district (not the best but better than most in AZ)6 0
1.1.67 Connect Discussion Yes Safe, community and natural resources (library, parks, shops, restaurants), views, schools, local businesses 1 0
7 0
Events: Total / Percentage
13 / 1%
5
WHO OV IS: ELEMENTS LIKED BEST
Quality of Life
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage
Q1 - Element Liked Most: 3%2 / 2%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
1.648 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes Casual living
1.649 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes Casual living
1.776 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Cost of living
1.65 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Livability
1.1361 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes Provides a good quality of life
1.333 11/16/2023 Stormwater Utility Commission Yes Quality of life
1.338 11/16/2023 Stormwater Utility Commission Yes Quality of life
1.362 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Quality of life
1.778 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Quality of life
1.781 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Quality of life
1.980 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Quality of life
1.243 11/4/2023 Movies on the lawn Yes Style of living
1.1020 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistoso Yes Things are affordable
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
1.1.4 Connect Discussion Yes Oro Valley is in a beautiful setting, with many amenities, and a well-run government. It is a safe community. All these things
make Oro Valley a good place to live, work and retire to.
9 0
1.1.38 Connnect Discussion Yes First, OV is safe and secure, thanks to our OV Police Department! Also, our homes maintain their value due to pride of home ownership,
enforcement of reasonable HOA rules, low multifamily housing units (apartments, condos, townhomes), reasonable traffic, and
affordability. Great place to live and work, whether with an entire family or not!
5 0
14 0
Atmosphere
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage
Q1 - Element Liked Most: 2%2 / 2%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
1.722 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Ambiance
1.54 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Atmosphere
1.597 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes Chill and safe city
1.577 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle Yes Chill; low traffic
1.739 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Rustic
1.720 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Rustic
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
1.1.3 Connect Discussion Yes We have a lovely community with a "layback" lifestyle. People who live here are happy and truly enjoy the many amenities available to
them. Our parks are lovely. Our paths are many. And you feel safe in Oro Valley. This is a good place to be.
10 0
1.1.57 Connect Discussion Yes The traffic level is great (coming from someone who moved from Florida). Also, the number of events in the area and the "town"
atmosphere.
1 0
11 0
Events: Total / Percentage
6 / 1%
Events: Total / Percentage
13 / 1%
6
WHO OV IS: ELEMENTS LIKED BEST
Location
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage
Q1 - Element Liked Most: 2%1 / 1%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
1.988 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Area & weather
1.366 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Close to Tucson
1.969 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Location
1.1019 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistoso Yes Location is wonderful
1.964 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes It's not Tucson!
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
1.1.7 Connect Discussion Yes Public safety, cleanliness, views, variety of neighborhoods, location, amenities.9 0
Entertainment / Theatre
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage
Q1 - Element Liked Most: 2%0 / 0%
Libraries
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q1 - Element Liked Most: 1%0 / 0%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
1.1018 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistoso Yes Great library
1.370 11/21/2023 Budget and Finance Commission Yes Library
1.497 12/15/2023 OV Public Library Yes Library
1.704 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Library
1.500 12/15/2023 OV Public Library Yes Library within walking distance
Family-oriented/family friendly
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage
Q1 - Element Liked Most: 1%0 / 0%
Events: Total / Percentage
0 /0%
Events: Total / Percentage
0 /0%
5 / 1%
5 / 1%
Events: Total / Percentage
7
WHO OV IS: WAYS TO DESCRIBE ORO VALLEY
For its quality schools
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percent
Q4 - Describing OV: 79%3 / 7%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
2.19 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Education
2.528 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes Family friendly and good school
2.419 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Good schools
2.907 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Good schools
2.550 2/10/2024 Cruise, BBQ & Blues at OV Marketplace Yes Good schools, good jobs, good recreation
2.187 11/7/2023 Planning and Zoning Commission Yes Goods schools
2.461 1/9/2024 Community Recreation Center Yes Great Schools
2.939 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes Great schools
2.459 1/9/2024 Community Recreation Center Yes Great Schools Supporting Education After-School Programs
2.705 3/12/2024 Street Taco & Beer Co.Yes Great schools, great public library, water conservation
2.824 3/19/2024 College of Veterinary Medicine Yes Home of the Vet Cats
2.862 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Schools
2.622 2/27/2024 Noble Hops Yes Schools, outdoor living, family
2.823 3/19/2024 College of Veterinary Medicine Yes Vet Cats!
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
2.2.21 Connect Discussion Yes OV should work on becoming one of the Best Cities to Raise Families in America and Cities with Best Public Schools. 0 0
2.2.23 Connect Discussion Yes Being one of the best town to live and raise a family from a safety, educational and activities basis.0 0
2.2.15 Connect Discussion Yes We should be known as a family-friendly community that respects our local landscape with fantastic schools, community pride (through
events and arts/sports/learning spaces), and local businesses.
0 0
As a Family Friendly Community
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percent
Q4 - Describing OV: 79%3 / 7%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
2.409 12/15/2023 OV Public Libarary Yes A great place to raise kids!
2.551 2/10/2024 Cruise, BBQ & Blues at OV Marketplace Yes Being family friendly
2.322 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Community and families
2.425 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Community and family friendly
2.426 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Community and family friendly
2.716 3/13/2024 Center Pointe Vistoso HOA Yes Dark sky, friendly family neighborhoods
2.664 3/6/2024 Roche Tissue Diagnostics Yes Family centric community
2.665 3/6/2024 Roche Tissue Diagnostics Yes Family centric community
2.455 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Family community, Republicans
2.192 11/7/2023 Planning and Zoning Commission Yes Family driven
2.451 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Family events
2.452 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Family events, peaceful, likes the direction Oro Valley is going
2.921 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Family focused!
2.922 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Family focused!
2.44 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Family Friendly
2.188 11/7/2023 Planning and Zoning Commission Yes Family friendly
2.382 12/9/2023 2nd Saturdays at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Family friendly
2.908 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Family friendly
2.528 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes Family friendly and good school
2.1024 5/20/2024 El Conquistador Patio Homes Yes Family living
2.167 11/4/2023 Movies on the lawn Yes Family-friendly environment
2.424 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Family-oriented
2.977 5/1/2024 Comment Box Dental Group Yes Good place to raise kids, clean
Event: Total / Percent
14 / 2%
30 / 5%
Event: Total / Percent
8
WHO OV IS: WAYS TO DESCRIBE ORO VALLEY
2.200 11/9/2023 Neighborhood Meeting 11.09.2023 Yes Great family community
2.998 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Great place for families
2.957 4/25/2024 Starbucks Yes Low crime,family
2.314 11/29/2023 James D. Kreigh Park (iStroll Group)Yes Regular Young family activities
2.820 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts No Safe & family friendly neighborhood
2.804 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Safe family friendly
2.1002 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Safe, family friendly community
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
2.2.21 Connect Discussion Yes OV should work on becoming one of the Best Cities to Raise Families in America and Cities with Best Public Schools. 0 0
2.2.23 Connect Discussion Yes Being one of the best town to live and raise a family from a safety, educational and activities basis.0 0
2.2.15 Connect Discussion Yes We should be known as a family-friendly community that respects our local landscape with fantastic schools, community pride (through
events and arts/sports/learning spaces), and local businesses.
0 0
For its art and culture
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percent
Q4 - Describing OV: 53%2 / 5%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
2.941 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes Arizona Heroes Memorial
2.696 3/9/2024 Guns vs. Hoses Kickball Tournament Yes Art preservation
2.376 12/9/2023 2nd Saturdays at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Art, Nature, Community
2.522 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes Creativity and art
2.520 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes Culture and creativity
2.526 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes Fundraisers with music and local art
2.346 12/4/2023 Historic Preservation Commission Yes Its history
2.523 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes Make OV more colorful with community efforts
2.490 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes More public art
2.797 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Nature & art
2.301 11/26/2023 Honeybee Trailhead Yes Nature and art
2.752 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Safe Art
2.397 12/14/2023 Volunteer Reception Dinner Yes Steam Pump Ranch
2.283 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes The turtle on La Canada
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
2.2.24 Connect Discussion Yes Oro Valley: Outstanding town where Arts will grow and flourish.
file:///C:/Users/User/Desktop/Oro%20Valley%20Fine%20Arts%20%20Performance%20and%20Art%20Center%20Proposal%20Last%20Aug
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0 0
NA Who OV Is Discussion Yes The saying is by George Santayana "Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it" (in these days, a very scary
thought). However, I wouId like to say those who do not know our past are missing good stories, amazing characters, adventurous tales,
intelligent resolutions during difficult times, and a sense of place about where we live. Oro Valley has a history dating back thousands of
years, and the Steam Pump Ranch is truly the heart of Oro Valley's history with its historic designation, the reproduction of a Tohono
O'odham pit house, the Heritage Garden of ancestral native plants, the Pusch House Museum with exhibits changing monthly and
reconstructed bunk houses, a garage, and barbecue building from more recent history. It is my hope that the Town of Oro Valley will make
it a piority to realize the importance of this property, and will save and embrace this history by placing funds in future budgets to reconstruct
the largest building on this property - the Procter-Leiber house so that guests can get the full story of the Ranch during their visits. I realize
that there are many other projects the Town needs to pay attention to - police, other parks, roads, etc., but learning about and
remembering our past can help us shape our future. It is important to keep Oro Valley history alive for the sakes of all who follow us.
0 0
Event: Total / Percent
14 / 2%
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WHO OV IS: WAYS TO DESCRIBE ORO VALLEY
For its quality of life
No Survey Comparison Online: Total / Percent
5 / 12%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
1.1007 3/19/2024 College of Veterinary Medicine Yes A great place to live!
2.385 12/9/2023 2nd Saturdays at Steam Pump Ranch Yes A place to come to and enjoy
2.845 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistoso Yes Attracts good residents
2.983 5/6/2024 Comment Box Stone Canyon Yes Best town to live in - no matter age
2.742 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Close enough to town to do the things. Far enough away to not have to deal with it.
2.953 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes Good place to live
2.961 4/25/2024 Starbucks Yes Good quality of life
2.279 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Good reputation
2.422 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Great place to live
2.265 11/14/2023 Parks and Rec Advisory Board Yes Great place to live and work
2.788 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Great place to live for all ages
2.948 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes Great senior living
2.1033 5/30/2024 Comment Box: CRC Yes Liveability
2.1027 5/20/2024 El Conquistador Patio Homes Yes Liveability
2.718 3/13/2024 Center Pointe Vistoso HOA Yes Liveability, beauty, community resources
1.525 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Living here
1.1030 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistoso Yes Love living in OV
2.614 2/25/2024 Oracle Crossings Plaza Yes Lovely place to live
2.615 2/25/2024 Oracle Crossings Plaza Yes OV is a sweet place - clean, wholesome & unique to surrounding area
2.617 2/25/2024 Oracle Crossings Plaza Yes OV is a sweet place - clean, wholesome & unique to surrounding area
2.285 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Overall quality of life
2.277 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Quality and look of OV
2.60 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Quality of life
2.16 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Quality of life
2.35 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Quality of life
2.273 11/16/2023 Stormwater Utility Commission Yes Quality of life
2.275 11/16/2023 Stormwater Utility Commission Yes Quality of life
2.471 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes Quality of life
2.472 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes Quality of life
2.475 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes Quality of life
2.476 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes Quality of life
2.38 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Quality of life
2.478 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes Quality of life, safety
2.469 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes Quality of life, small town
2.473 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes Views and quality of life
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
2.2.3 Connect Discussion Yes Our town can easily be the crown jewel of Tucson.6 0
2.2.1 Connect Discussion Yes An optimal place to live 3 0
2.2.9 Connect Discussion Yes Per US Census, TOV is more affluent, highly educated, less ethnically diverse, and has an older population that most communities in AZ. In
fact, OV has 18% people under 18, Tucson 26%, AZ 27%. In addition, TOV is safer, has a lower percentage of renters vs. homeowners,
fewer homeless people, and unsurpassed natural beauty compared to other communities in AZ. Oro Valley offers a great quality of life.
It's in our nature .
3 0
2.2.22 Connect Discussion Yes Upscale beautiful place to live with amenities desired by community.0 0
2.2.19 Connect Discussion Yes Oro Valley is and should continue to be known as a great place to live and visit for people of all ages. 0 0
12 0
35 / 5%
Event: Total / Percent
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WHO OV IS: WAYS TO DESCRIBE ORO VALLEY
As a Friendly Community
No Survey Comparison Online: Total / Percent
0 / 0%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
2.376 12/9/2023 2nd Saturdays at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Art, Nature, Community
2.1015 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Close community
2.29 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Community
2.244 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Community
2.249 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Community
2.300 11/21/2023 Budget and Finance Commission Yes Community
2.408 12/15/2023 OV Public Libarary Yes Community
2.423 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Community
2.430 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Community
2.483 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes Community
2.248 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Community
2.296 11/21/2023 Budget and Finance Commission Yes Community
2.268 11/14/2023 Parks and Rec Advisory Board Yes Community events, support, and connection
2.641 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Community feel & friendly people
2.28 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Community support
2.458 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Community togetherness
2.9 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Completeness of community
2.558 2/15/2024 Harvest on La Canada Yes Courtesy to all
2.190 11/7/2023 Planning and Zoning Commission Yes Friendliness
2.410 12/15/2023 OV Public Libarary Yes Friendliness
2.984 5/7/2024 La Hacienda Restaurant Yes Friendliness
2.987 5/7/2024 La Hacienda Restaurant Yes Friendliness
2.1025 5/20/2024 El Conquistador Patio Homes Yes Friendliness
2.46 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Friendly
2.263 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Friendly
2.911 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Friendly
2.949 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes Friendly
2.21 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Friendly community
2.256 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Friendly community
2.925 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Friendly community (neighborhoods)
2.560 2/15/2024 Harvest on La Canada Yes Friendly environment
2.1026 5/20/2024 El Conquistador Patio Homes Yes Friendly feel
2.727 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Friendly multi-age community
2.937 4/18/2024 Gaslight Music Hall Yes Friendly people
2.692 3/9/2024 Guns vs. Hoses Kickball Tournament Yes Friendly people!
2.728 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Friendly walkable
2.951 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes Friendly, awesome food
2.266 11/14/2023 Parks and Rec Advisory Board Yes Great community and connectivity
2.509 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Happy, friendly, not overcrowded, parks
2.383 12/9/2023 2nd Saturdays at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Helping
2.407 12/15/2023 OV Public Libarary Yes It's people
2.508 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Kindness
2.735 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Kindness
2.814 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Kindness
2.738 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Kindness always
2.381 12/9/2023 2nd Saturdays at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Natural beauty and community
2.295 11/21/2023 Budget and Finance Commission Yes People
2.513 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes The kind people & how clean Oro Valley is!
2.499 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes The people
2.612 2/25/2024 Oracle Crossings Plaza Yes The people
52 / 8%
Event: Total / Percent
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WHO OV IS: WAYS TO DESCRIBE ORO VALLEY
2.693 3/9/2024 Guns vs. Hoses Kickball Tournament Yes The smiling people
2.421 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Wonderful people
As a welcoming,diverse and inclusive community
No Survey Comparison Online: Total / Percent
0 / 0%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
2.790 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Acceptance
2.492 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes Culture
2.1013 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Destination acceptance
2.280 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Diversity
2.514 1/26/2024 Van Gogh Yes Diversity
2.570 2/17/2024 Cold Beer & Cheeseburgers Yes Diversity
2.800 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Hospitality
2.201 11/9/2023 Neighborhood Meeting 11.09.2023 Yes Inclusive
2.464 1/9/2024 Community Recreation Center Yes Multi-generational community
2.246 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Our safe and welcoming community ( family and teen events)
2.613 2/25/2024 Oracle Crossings Plaza Yes OV is welcoming & peaceful
2.343 12/4/2023 Historic Preservation Commission Yes OV should be known for diversity in age and income (OV is stereotyped as rich and elderly)
2.955 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes Politically diverse
2.255 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Progressive community
2.347 12/4/2023 Historic Preservation Commission Yes The true sense of community and our ability to bridge the gap when we have differences
2.810 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Welcome place to call home
2.406 12/15/2023 OV Public Libarary Yes Welcoming diversity
2.521 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes Welcoming to all!
2.386 12/9/2023 2nd Saturdays at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Welcoming to all, including immigrants and low income residents
For being well managed and having an accessible government
No Survey Comparison Online: Total / Percent
1 / 2%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
2.843 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistoso Yes Get things fixed before they break
2.15 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Good government
2.2 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Intelligent use of public resources
2.193 11/7/2023 Planning and Zoning Commission Yes Its ability to solve challenges of modern desert living
2.839 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistoso Yes Managed well
2.701 3/9/2024 Plaza Escondida Yes People interacting with citizens
2.272 11/16/2023 Stormwater Utility Commission Yes Respond to resident issues in a timely matter
2.744 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Responsive Government
2.13 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Striving for excellence
2.798 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Town responds to residents
2.852 3/27/2024 Sun City Community Forum Yes Well managed safe city
2.274 11/16/2023 Stormwater Utility Commission Yes Well organized government
2.4 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Well run community
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
2.2.4 Connect Discussion Yes Politicians that listen to their constituents. A vacation destination that is safe and has many choices of entertainment and restaurants for
all ages. We are known for our beautiful parks and mountains. Activities for all ages. Good schools and public services.
2 0
Event: Total / Percent
19 / 3%
13 / 2%
Event: Total / Percent
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WHO OV IS: WAYS TO DESCRIBE ORO VALLEY
For being a well planned/designed community
No Survey Comparison Online: Total / Percent
1 / 2%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
2.366 12/7/2023 Riverfront Park Yes Balancing preservation and the needs for recreation
2.32 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Better building standards
2.34 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Coordination of growth
2.33 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Planned community
2.853 3/27/2024 Sun City Community Forum Yes Planned diverse development
2.7 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Sensible growth
2.1 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Well planned development
2.856 4/1/2024 Comment Box CRC Yes Wise land use, open space, small business, health focus
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
2.2.7 Connect Discussion Yes A community that has put the time and effort into planning for the future and still maintaining a sense of community.1 0
For being quiet, relaxed
No Survey Comparison Online: Total / Percent
0 / 0%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
2.262 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Quiet
2.202 11/9/2023 Neighborhood Meeting 11.09.2023 Yes Quiet
2.699 3/9/2024 Plaza Escondida Yes Safe and quiet
2.388 12/9/2023 2nd Saturdays at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Quiet, beautiful community
2.847 3/26/2024 Oro Valley Bicycle Yes Relaxed atmosphere
2.260 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Tranquility
For its public involvement
No Survey Comparison Online: Total / Percent
0 / 0%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
2.22 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Involved community
2.271 11/16/2023 Stormwater Utility Commission Yes Involvement of the public in the plan
2.14 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Public involvement
2.257 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Sticking together
2.362 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes Strong Residential Community
2.402 12/14/2023 Volunteer Reception Dinner Yes The volunteers
2.270 11/14/2023 Parks and Rec Advisory Board Yes The willingness to participate
6 / 1%
Event: Total / Percent
7 / 1%
Event: Total / Percent
Event: Total / Percent
8 / 1%
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WHO OV IS: WAYS TO DESCRIBE ORO VALLEY
For its events and things to do
No Survey Comparison Online: Total / Percent
0 / 0%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
2.413 12/15/2023 OV Public Libarary Yes Activities and community events!
2.946 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes Always something to do
2.500 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes Entertainment
2.294 11/21/2023 Budget and Finance Commission Yes Fun
2.537 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes Fun
2.833 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistoso Yes New things to do
2.242 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Place to do things
As a small town
No Survey Comparison Online: Total / Percent
0 / 0%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
2.1029 5/20/2024 El Conquistador Patio Homes Yes A bedroom community separate from Tucson
2.195 11/9/2023 Neighborhood Meeting 11.09.2023 Yes Small town
2.241 11/13/2023 Water Utility Commission Yes Small town community
2.470 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes Small town feel
2.194 11/9/2023 Neighborhood Meeting 11.09.2023 Yes Quaintness
2.196 11/9/2023 Neighborhood Meeting 11.09.2023 Yes Small town, safety
2.197 11/9/2023 Neighborhood Meeting 11.09.2023 Yes Small, quiet community
2.238 11/13/2023 Water Utility Commission Yes Smaller community feel
For its location
No Survey Comparison Online: Total / Percent
0 / 0%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
2.835 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistoso Yes Don't have to go outside of town for activity
2.986 5/7/2024 La Hacienda Restaurant Yes Nice middle ground to PHX & TCN
8 / 1%
Event: Total / Percent
2 / <1%
Event: Total / Percent
7 / 1%
Event: Total / Percent
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WHO OV IS: CHALLENGES AND CONCERNS
Aging Population
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percent
Q2 - Elements Disliked: 3%1 / 2%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.2 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Aging population
3.4 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Aging population
3.60 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Aging population
3.433 12/7/2023 Riverfront Park Yes Aging population
3.651 2/15/2024 Harvest on La Canada Yes Need a senior center
3.694 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Wife/Husband Daycare
3.1100 4/9/2024 Panera/Chipotle Yes Elder population. We need helpers.
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
3.1.3 Connect Discussion Yes Due to its many attractions, Oro Valley is a destination for retirees, both full-time and part-time residents. The percentage of residents
over 65 has increased to more than a third of the population as of the 2020 Census. The Town needs to address what this
increasingly older population means for its future. As with other communities in Arizona, the cost of housing in Oro Valley continues to
rise. Housing affordability is a major issue that affects those who work here, including service workers such as police officers, teachers,
medical workers, retail employees, etc. These people should not have to commute to work in Oro Valley because they cannot afford to live
here.
2 3
Cost of Living
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percent
Q2 - Elements Disliked: 8%0 / 0%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.531 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Cost of living
3.539 1/9/2024 Community Recreation Center Yes Cost of living
3.847 3/6/2024 OVAC Swim Meet Yes High hotel fees
3.865 3/9/2024 Plaza Escondida Yes Cost of living
Population Shifts
No Survey Comparison Online: Total / Percent
0 / 0%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.522 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes People, views, points
3.44 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Balancing needs of differing Population
3.429 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes Growing divide between interests of the Young and the Elderly
3.430 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes Multi-generational Activities
3.380 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Managing population and growth
3.312 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Resources per population
3.344 11/26/2023 Honeybee Trailhead Yes The growing number of young children
3.1124 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Balance needs of young & older population
4 / 1%
Event: Total / Percent
7 / 1%
Event: Total / Percent
8 / 2%
Event: Total / Percent
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WHO OV IS: COMMUNITY PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
Improve Town Council/Government/Politics
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q5 - Suggested Changes related to Community: 23%0 / 0%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.54 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Be the leader
3.506 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Effective leadership
3.1060 4/1/2024 Comment Box CRC Yes Getting elected representatives that work for the people not developers
3.285 11/14/2023 Parks and Rec. Advisory Board Yes Implementing the path forward
3.747 2/25/2024 Oracle Crossings Plaza Yes Keeping people aware of what is being done
3.511 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes More community involvement as to what we want
3.37 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Town council elections
More entertainment/activities
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q5 - Suggested Changes related to Community: 13%3 / 18%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.364 11/29/2023 James D. Kreigh Park (iStroll Group)Yes Activities for kids under 5
3.360 11/29/2023 James D. Kreigh Park (iStroll Group)Yes Activities that bring the community together
3.275 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Being boring
3.1231 5/7/2024 La Hacienda Restaurant Yes Difficult to find music
3.857 3/9/2024 Plaza Escondida Yes Finding more activities/places for young people to go/do!
3.590 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Food! Fun outdoor activities!
2.367 12/7/2023 Riverfront Park Yes Hangout spots (coffee, books…)
3.282 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Indoor activities
3.1115 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes More activities
3.661 2/17/2024 Cold Beer & Cheeseburgers Yes More cool things to do
3.1212 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes More kids activities
3.267 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes More stuff to do
3.365 11/29/2023 James D. Kreigh Park (iStroll Group)Yes More things to do in OV
3.514 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes More to do for seniors that is fun (dancing)
2.748 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes More young adult activities/date night ideas. Skating rink, arcade, bowling, mini golf?
3.1141 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Need more activities at the OV Library & CRC
3.1230 5/7/2024 La Hacienda Restaurant Yes Need more music venues
3.1021 3/19/2024 College of Veterinary Medicine Yes Need more place to hang out (restaurants, bars, shopping)
2.439 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Put mini railroad across from Walmart like McCormick in Scottsdale
3.1204 4/26/2024 Friday Night Concerts at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Providing activities for families
3.988 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Things to do
2.350 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes We need more family-friendly entertainment areas
7 / 9%
22 / 27%
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WHO OV IS: COMMUNITY PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
3.1.10 Connect Discussion Yes Whether people wish to admit it or not, and yes I know this will upset some, the older generation is aging out of older homes in
OV and families with children live here year round, not just part of the year. This Tucson community is overly saturated with golf
courses (36 within a 15 mile radius) and water is going to be the BIGGEST challenge the entire state faces. We will see increasing
rates of courses faced with financial woes and closure like Rancho Vistoso, Skyline Country Club and Arizona National as water
costs and heat indexes continue to rise and outpace membership dues. If growth is what the town wants it needs to invest in
family and child friendly companies that can service year round activity and generate sales tax revenue rather than
focusing efforts on part time winter visitors. Out of state investors buying up the afordable housing in the area and turning it
into VBRO's which do not keep money in our community year round. It creates and economic model of peaks and valleys for
revenue which most businesses can't survive on during the summer. The park needs to be finished, and it should install a large
shaded structure for basketball courts or a skate park. Biking is huge and a family friendly mountain bike park like Fantasy Isalnd
out east would do vey well here. Would be great if there was indoor options on this side of town for families to enjoy like
skate country, or Next Level arcade that caters to both adults and children, or Playformance where kids can go do parkour
for an hour and half an and mom and dad can go to the pub next door for a local beer and a burger. Look at things like
the Corbett where they integrated a restraunt, pickelball courts and live music or Culinary Dropout with imaginitive
community based seating in a youthful environment. What about doing a permanent "food truck marketplace" with
outdoor seating under shade for people to get together to watch UA games? We need a draw to Oro valley that is not
exclusively centered around those 65 and older and golf.
2 1
NA Where OV Works Comment Yes Workforce retention is huge. We really need to attract a next level grade or workers. The community is currently lacking a
diverse range of cultural activity,. entertainment opportunities and quality restaurants
NA NA
3.1.75 Connect Discussion Yes All. Of. This! We have to stop catering to the snowbirds and retirees. I’m not saying that their opinions and wants are not
important but the reality is that we are failing to provide a place for families who live here full time. There are no places for our
kids to go to stay busy and out of trouble in Oro Valley. No indoor play places, no bowling or indoor activities for families
to do together. The marketplace expansion to turn that into an entertainment district would have provided a place for families to
gather for concerts or live music on a Friday night, supporting local businesses by having dinner/drinks there and a place for the
kids to play. This concept has worked well in places I have lived and we will see the success of the project in Marana. Too many
OV residents go outside of town limits to find restaurants and other activities which means OV isn’t getting the business
and tax money! They (so many residents) make it nearly impossible to open a business—look at the process of getting the
Tropical Smoothie approved by Harvest. Absolutely asinine that cost the owner money in their attempt at making everyone
happy. Many people don’t have that kind of money to spend on BS requests requiring an architect to change their drawings
simply because someone is worried about a building being put on an empty dirt lot in the middle of a shopping plaza.
0 0
Improve Schools/School Safety
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q5 - Suggested Changes related to Community: 11%5 / 29%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.597 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Implementing more reading and literacy programs in schools
3.599 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Increase education rank
3.27 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Maintain adequate schools
3.27 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Maintain adequate schools
3.1118 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes More schools
3.574 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes Safety of students and growing population
3.448 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes School staff pay
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
3.1.68 Connect Discussion Yes OV should work to become the city with the best public schools. If you want to attract and keep young families, they need to
know that this place has excellent school opportunities. The public school ranking is one of the first thing families with kids look
at when looking for a city to live.
0 0
7 / 9%
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WHO OV IS: COMMUNITY PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
NA Who OV Is Discussion Yes For a family with kids and working parents, what OV need are better access to highways or a faster way to get to downtown,
more doctors/medical center, an established downtown to go shopping and dining, parks with baseball field, and more
playgrounds with recreational space that is not used for clubs practices (it will be nicer close to the River walk). Public schools
with higher scores (specially high school that are 7/10). The library should have a more interactive kids zone, with areas for
them to play and read. Street light in the neighborhoods, specially when kids are walking at night, like Halloween and
Christmas. I could keep going, but I think these are some of the most needed.
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NA How OV Stays Safe Comment Yes All of these are good. I would list in order of priority moving school safety up one and crime prevention programs down one.0 0
NA How OV Stays Safe Comment Yes Utilize School resource officers NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Comment Yes Utilize school resource officers NA NA
Arts and Culture
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q5 - Suggested Changes related to Community: 11%1 / 6%
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA Where OV Plays Comment Yes Promoting more bike and pedestrian-friendly routes will yield excellent results. Promoting artistic installations in consistent
with a high-end vision for the future of OV.
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More Diversity/More Community
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q5 - Suggested Changes related to Community: 5%1 / 6%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.600 1/26/2024 Van Gogh Yes Accepting diversity
3.744 2/25/2024 Oracle Crossings Plaza Yes Lack of diversity
3.745 2/25/2024 Oracle Crossings Plaza Yes Lack of diversity
3.750 2/25/2024 Oracle Crossings Plaza Yes Need more diversity
3.772 3/1/2024 Comment Box - the Peak Yes No diversity
3.824 3/6/2024 Roche Tissues Diagnostics Yes Lack of diversity
3.928 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Diversity inclusion & equal opportunity for all
3.1056 3/27/2024 Sun City Community Forum Yes Welcoming a diversity of residents not just old, white well off people
3.1256 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Diversity and Economic Growth.
3.593 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes More local stores, small businesses, building ok, community
3.717 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Kindness
3.1175 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes Need to welcome those who come to live in OV
3.1279 5/20/2024 El Conquistador Patio Homes HOA Yes More diversity
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
3.1.25 Connect Discussion Yes My wife and I used to live in Green Valley AZ. They did not have an incorporated town government, no police department (they
depend upon Pima Co. Sheriff) and, most importantly, no apartments. Because of the high cost of living in Green Valley, only
retirees and snow birds can afford to live there (average age 72.9). This is a major reason why the Green Valley Hospital failed
and closed, they could not attract physicians to live close enough to service the emergency room. Nurses and techs had to travel
from Rio Rico to staff the hospital. Apartments do NOT mean "tenements," go down to Marana and see the beautiful
apartments they are building next to the Outlet Mall. New apartments are also being built on La Cholla in Tucson near the old
Foothills Mall. We need tax revenues, and a diverse population will enable sustainability. We are very much in favor of planned
growth and diversity.
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WHO OV IS: COMMUNITY PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
More family or kid friendly
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q5 - Suggested Changes related to Community: 5%5 / 29%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.1133 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Activities for younger population
3.318 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Attracting younger families
3.319 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Attracting younger families
3.320 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Attracting younger families
3.321 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Attracting younger families
3.922 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Bring in youth
3.289 11/14/2023 Parks and Rec. Advisory Board Yes Changing population demographics including young families and retirees
3.367 11/29/2023 James D. Kreigh Park (iStroll Group)Yes Changing population to younger residents
3.1186 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes Convincing the old people that young people will move here
3.1196 4/25/2024 Starbucks Yes Creating family events
3.1197 4/25/2024 Starbucks Yes Creating more inviting family activities
3.425 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes Drawing young families
3.585 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Family friendly
3.269 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Getting interest and attention of younger people
3.1261 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Growth Safety Hopefully young people
3.311 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes More activities for children
3.931 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes More family friendly
3.931 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes More family friendly
3.1212 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes More kids activities
3.485 12/15/2023 OV Public Library Yes Need more for kids
2.877 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Need more hiking trails, place for families
3.278 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes OV's biggest challenges will be keeping kids entertained
3.281 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Teen involvement
3.1268 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Very little options for young families (need to recognize kids)
3.271 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Youth activities and communities
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
3.1.10 Connect Discussion Yes Whether people wish to admit it or not, and yes I know this will upset some, the older generation is aging out of older homes in
OV and families with children live here year round, not just part of the year. This Tucson community is overly saturated with golf
courses (36 within a 15 mile radius) and water is going to be the BIGGEST challenge the entire state faces. We will see increasing
rates of courses faced with financial woes and closure like Rancho Vistoso, Skyline Country Club and Arizona National as water
costs and heat indexes continue to rise and outpace membership dues. If growth is what the town wants it needs to invest in
family and child friendly companies that can service year round activity and generate sales tax revenue rather than
focusing efforts on part time winter visitors. Out of state investors buying up the afordable housing in the area and turning it
into VBRO's which do not keep money in our community year round. It creates and economic model of peaks and valleys for
revenue which most businesses can't survive on during the summer. The park needs to be finished, and it should install a large
shaded structure for basketball courts or a skate park. Biking is huge and a family friendly mountain bike park like Fantasy Isalnd
out east would do vey well here. Would be great if there was indoor options on this side of town for families to enjoy like skate
country, or Next Level arcade that caters to both adults and children, or Playformance where kids can go do parkour for an hour
and half an and mom and dad can go to the pub next door for a local beer and a burger. Look at things like the Corbett where
they integrated a restraunt, pickelball courts and live music or Culinary Dropout with imaginitive community based seating in a
youthful environment. What about doing a permanent "food truck marketplace" with outdoor seating under shade for people to
get together to watch UA games? We need a draw to Oro valley that is not exclusively centered around those 65 and older and
golf.
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1.1.28 Connect Discussion Yes Unfortunately, Town of Oro Valley cannot exist on minimal tax revenue generated by snowbirds and retirees. We are too
expensive for young families, and we need housing for our OV Hospital nurses, dental technicians and others. I support
construction of apartment housing with careful input from planning department professionals.
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3.1.73 Connect Discussion Yes Until the retired community allow the town to become a family friendly place with parks, businesses geared towards kids,
family gathering places, etc. people are going to stop wanting to bring their families here!
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3.1.74 Connect Discussion Yes The number of playgrounds here in Oro Valley is depressing when you look at other towns and cities. Just because there is 1/3
seniors who live here, we need to plan for the future. What happens when those seniors are gone? Sure, others will replace them
but with the rising cost of living and homes here—they won’t be able to afford it. If we want more businesses/employers we
need to create a family friendly community for that to be successful.
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1.1.24 Connect Discussion Yes What these people want, and what they are going to get, are two different things. The future of OV relies upon attracting
younger families, not snowbirds and retirees. If that is the lifestyle folks want, they should check out Quail Creek or
Saddlebrooke.
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Better Atmosphere/Small Town Feel
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q5 - Suggested Changes related to Community: 5%0 / 0%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
2.792 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Keep OV the same
3.681 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Keeping the rustic feel
2.978 5/1/2024 Comment Box OV Hospital Yes Open spaces, upscale neighborhoods
2.277 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Quality and look of OV
3.794 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Retaining character
Access to City/Town Council
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q5 - Suggested Changes related to Community: 5%0 / 0%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.516 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Ask community before you decide on regulations that affect us
3.577 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes Being more accessible
3.310 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Communication between the community and local politicians
Other Community Related Ideas
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
See summary of all responses to Q5 2 / 12%
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA Who OV Is Comment Yes While wild West history is interesting, it isn't applicable to today. We moved here as it was a safe & beautiful bedroom
community outside of dirty, rundown Tucson. After being here for about 6 years, I am bored. I don't understand the vision of
OV. I don't know why people would want to stop & visit. I don't know why ppl would want to move families & work here. I don't
see where OV has defined itself on any front. We aren't known for industry, we don't have a cohesive/interesting design plan, we
aren't known for a food/entertainment scene. So, what exactly is the VISION??
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NA How OV Develops Comment Yes Oro Valley doesn't need to be self-sufficient. We are part of the larger Tucson metro area and I like that Oro Valley is different
than Tucson and Marana. It is why we chose Oro Valley as our home. We like Oro Valley because there is a lot of open space, it is
quiet, and there are areas around the town to enjoy the outdoors in a variety of ways. The main priority should be maintaining
what we love about our community. If we can also attract more dining and entertainment, that is great but we don't want to
give up what we love about Oro Valley to get it. I moved to Oro Valley knowing that I'd have to commute further for work. I do
not want to see Oro Valley give up on open space and attractive housing options to increase employment opportunities in the
town
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5 / 6%
3 / 4%
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WHERE OV LIVES: ELEMENTS LIKED BEST / MOST VALUED
Lack of Homeless
BIG Community Phone Survey Comparison ONLINE: TOTAL / PERCENT
Q1 - Element Liked Most: <1%0 / 0%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
1.1354 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes No homelessness
1.1367 4/25/2024 Starbucks Yes No homeless people
WHERE OV LIVES: WAYS TO DESCRIBE ORO VALLEY
For its housing
No Survey Comparison Online: Total / Percent
0 / 0%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
2.30 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Housing developments
2.740 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Wonderful for housing & views
EVENT: TOTAL / PERCENT
2 / <1%
Event: Total / Percent
2 / <1%
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WHERE OV LIVES: HOUSING PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
Lower Rent/Cost of Housing
BIG Community Phone Survey : Q5 - Suggested Changes related to Housing: 21%Online Events
Total / Percentage Total / Percentage
Housing Phone Survey (2023)34 / 27%24 / 40%
Identified housing costs to be personally concerning: 60%
Identified the average home price as the top barrier to home ownership: 54%
Agreed there is a lack of financially attainable housing for critical service workers: 47%
Agreed there is a lack of financially attainable housing for seniors, veterans or persons with disabilities: 42%
Agreed children who grow up here cannot afford to live in OV as adults: 34%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.3 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Affordable housing
3.665 2/17/2024 Cold Beer & Cheeseburgers Yes Affordable Housing
3.921 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Affordable housing
3.1071 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Affordable housing
3.1119 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Affordable housing
2.719 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Affordable housing
3.633 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes Affordable housing (just not at Rancho & Tangerine)
3.707 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Affordable housing for OV workers
3.1043 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistosos Yes Affordable rent & housing
3.1039 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistosos Yes Affordable rents
3.614 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes Housing affordability
3.848 3/9/2024 Guns vs Hoses Kickball Tournament Yes Housing costs
3.1020 3/19/2024 College of Veterinary Medicine Yes Housing costs
3.549 1/9/2024 Community Recreation Center Yes Housing for the workforce
3.1282 5/30/2024 Comment Box: CRC Yes Late stage capitalism/money-grubbing developers that squeeze the entire local economy via criminal rent prices
3.273 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Low income housing
3.479 12/15/2023 OV Public Library Yes Lower rents
3.493 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes More affordable senior communities
3.793 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes No affordable housing
3.970 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Senior apartments (more affordable living)
2.648 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Taking care of the homeless problem in OV
3.608 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes Too much too fast growth need more affordable housing
3.1112 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Traffic, affordable/available housing, local vendors/restaurants
3.1080 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Young families can't afford to grow in the town they grew up in
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA How OV Travels Comment Yes On the question of housing, YES to affordable houses . If you think the people who perform the neccessary jobs of LNA's, baristas, parks and rec care, cashiers, and
anything else that has an income below $60K, there needs to be supportive community for all. We don't all have access to transportation, daycare, housing to be able to
travel and work in oro valley, It would be nice to be able to live where you work.
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NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes I really liked the article by Bayer Vella. OV does need a greater population to support local businesses and keep our community vibrant. Many employees working in Oro
Valley can't afford housing so rentals like the proposed luxury apts. are a great idea. I think that developers have bent over backwards to propose low density, shorter
apt complexes for our area. Things can't stay the same or we will have only empty business fronts, fewer businesses locating here and a work force of police, fire, educators
and health care workers that can't afford to live here.
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NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes Affordable does not equal subsidized. Affordable housing means providing options for people who work in a community to also live there. When employees cannot
live where they work, they take their paycheck out of our community and spend it in their own. I'm tired of OV employers funding Marana and Tucson and unincorporated
Pima County. Also, people commuting into OV to work every day add to traffic congestion and increased wear and tear on roadways (which means increased maintenance
costs).
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NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes Hi I've lived in no growth communities, and believe in our City Council's desire to take the direction of providing a mix of housing options. I have also lived in high
income communities and have participated in voting for a mix of affordable housing,apartments and smaller homes. I've seen change work for the best.i want people who
work to support us all to be able to live here too.
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NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes People are fighting over the apts. at the marketplace still....Don't we want the people who work in Oro Valley like police, fire, teachers and health care workers to
be able to live here? Luxury rentals that cost over $2,000 a month will not draw crime but empty businesses will.
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NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes As said in other articles many people who do work here professionally can't afford a mortgage here. Businesses want to relocate to areas where their workers can
live and have a good standard of living. Roche has already moved some of their business to Marana where other types of housing are available.
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WHERE OV LIVES: HOUSING PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
1.1.54 Connect Discussion Yes Part of larger comment... While I agree that there’s a need for more affordable housing….I don't pretend to have the answer.5 0
NA Where OV Works Discussion Yes The marketplace will never be full if the population continues to decline. Business owners are saying they do not have enough customers currently. Some people who are
priced out of living in Oro Valley work here like police, fire, teachers etc.
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1.1.30 Connect Discussion Yes PART OF LARGER COMMENT... Young families and career professionals will be the fuel for our future growth. We don't want to be like Vail and offer mini-houses for
teachers!
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3.1.6 Connect Discussion Yes Housing affordability. Attracting more restaurants and businesses while keeping a good balance of opened areas and protecting wildlife. I believe is perfectly acceptable
to bring apartments, to continue with the Marketplace planned changes and a variety of new businesses. Unlike many residents who are against anything new, I feel our
community is still lacking from having a variety of restaurants, stores and entertainment. Maintaining a good balance we could be able to have it all and still maintain our small
town feel. We just can't stop progress.
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1.1.13 Connect Discussion Yes It’s important that we don’t equate low income housing with crime. The crime that exists in any kind of housing settlement is due to absent landlords that do not keep up
their properties. This is actually shown by a ton of evidence and studies. So just because people are not wealthy does not mean they are unsafe.
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3.1.23 Connect Discussion Yes Attracting new business, housing affordability, keeping the small-town feel with local businesses (not a bunch of chains), creating a free community center for residents 2 0
3.1.3 Connect Discussion Yes Due to its many attractions, Oro Valley is a destination for retirees, both full-time and part-time residents. The percentage of residents over 65 has increased to more than a
third of the population as of the 2020 Census. The Town needs to address what this increasingly older population means for its future. As with other communities in
Arizona, the cost of housing in Oro Valley continues to rise. Housing affordability is a major issue that affects those who work here, including service workers such as
police officers, teachers, medical workers, retail employees, etc. These people should not have to commute to work in Oro Valley because they cannot afford to live
here.
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3.1.53 Connect Discussion Yes Thanks! I lived in Green Valley before moving to OV, and saw the Green Valley Hospital close because they could not attract doctors and nurses to live there - housing is
much too expensive and not enough options (no apartments at all). Nurses and techs came in from Rio Rico AZ. I look forward to more youth choosing to make OV their
home, and more businesses seeking to locate here.
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3.1.35 Connect Discussion Yes PART OF LARGER COMMENT…. Also having housing for those who already work here in the community. 1 0
3.1.52 Connect Discussion Yes PART OF LARGER COMMENT... I'm hoping we can bring some more technology-based firms like Honeywell Aerospace and Roche to OV, they pay top dollar and hire young
professionals. I'm very optimistic about our future, but we need more of a mix of housing options for younger folks who don't have a retirement nest-egg. Look at
Vail....teachers cannot afford to live in Vail AZ, so they are building micro-homes for them. https://youtu.be/_l2gD6SdG78?si=yBxNRfFWcsXgZd3z
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3.1.28 Connect Discussion Yes Luxury rentals that costs $2,000 a month is not transient housing....police, fire, teachers and health care workers that work here in Oro Valley can't afford a
mortgage. Don't we want working contributing people to be able to live here?
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3.1.45 Connect Discussion Yes I've taught at Univ of IL College of Medicine, newly graduated MDs carry a HUGE debt load from their student loans. Small community hospitals like OV Hospital rely upon
new graduates and residents, but they cannot afford $500,000 homes right out of medical school . Nurses are in an even worse position. This is one reason why the
Green Valley Hospital failed and closed. "Poor as churchmice" is a sad fact.
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3.1.31 Connect Discussion Yes From the report just published: At current interest rates, a household would need $136,700 in annual income to purchase a $500,000 home, and $177,700 for a $650,000
home, the report said.
Court ticked off a list of average pay for occupations – hotel, motel and resort desk clerks; retail salespeople; cooks; nursing assistants, waiters and waitresses; construction
laborers; firefighters; pharmacy technicians; school teachers; paramedics; police and sheriff’s patrol officers; licensed practical nurses and registered nurses – for whom
“ownership is well out of reach” if they are single-income households.
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3.1.32 Connect Discussion Yes People don't want to work where they can't live and they don't go to stores and restaurants here either if they live somewhere else.1 0
3.1.34 Connect Discussion Yes Feels like a bourgeois town to me, no matter how much housing costs. 1 1
NA Who OV Is Discussion Yes Condos, townhomes, duplexes, apartments. The single home luxury home on large plots MUST STOP. We need actual affordable housing for people. Not just
boomers who have $$$$$$$$$$$.
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NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes OV shouldn't be just for the extremely wealthy. We should have all housing types, including apartments. I really like the idea of housing above businesses for people who
want to rely less on cars. The US model of suburbia is not sustainable in the long term. What about townhouses? There needs to be thought into the development. There has
to be an alternative to overpriced jammed in like sardines tract houses or $$$$ houses on huge plots.
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NA Where OV Works Discussion Yes I agree, but housing here is already too high for most young professionals! I don't know many young engineers (for example) who can afford a $500,000 tract home in OV,
even with a generous salary. Also, mortgage rates are ruinous. We need a mix of high-quality apartments, properly managed, to foster a "business incubation"
mentality, or else Oro Valley will end up like Green Valley (average age = 72.9 years). There are no businesses of consequence in Green Valley except for the copper mines.
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1.1.36 Connect Discussion Yes Tract housing in OV is very expensive. Our 3 bedroom room was close to $0.5 M, and this is typical. Young graduate teachers would do best with apartment buildings
that included security, mixed development and adequate/safe parking. I lived/taught in Sahuarita AZ, the place has almost no apartments, and it is a struggle for
teachers, dental assistants and nurses to work there. That is one reason why the Green Valley Hospital shut down, I don't want that to happen to OV Hospital.
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3.1.49 Connect Discussion Yes Well-thought-out reply, thank you! Oro Valley is at risk of turning into another Green Valley, which cannot afford its own police force, allowed a fine/new hospital to fail, and
cannot attract high-paying employers...We have a few apartments in Oro Valley, go look at the new "luxury apartments" being built near the Marana Outlet Mall out
east on Tangerine Road. That is our competition for younger residents.
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3.1.29 Connect Discussion Yes This was just published. It supports what you and I are saying - we are too expensive for many essential workers to afford to live here .
https://www.tucsonlocalmedia.com/explorernews/news/article_6bf50468-9390-11ee-ac70-1b8705896ff9.html
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3.1.20 Connect Discussion Yes I agree! I teach at UA, and graduating medical students are as poor as churchmice due to their exorbitant loans. We need to keep our Oro Valley Hospital and satellite
medical service offices staffed with competent workers, and most cannot afford our $500,000 tract homes. Folks seem very scared about rental units, but it is all
dependent on the developer and having faith in Mayor Winfield & the Town Council to regulate this properly.
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3.1.57 Connect Discussion Yes This was just published, it supports my contention that OV is too expensive for most workers . I don't want to live in another Quail Creek (which we left to move
here). https://www.tucsonlocalmedia.com/explorernews/news/article_6bf50468-9390-11ee-ac70-1b8705896ff9.html
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1.1.88 Connect Discussion Yes There are ways that local government can, and should, regulate housing. Everyone seems terrified of "low income" housing around here, I have to wonder where
you folks came from. We need workers for our bioscience industrial base, and they will pay top-dollar rent to live here. https://www.chooseorovalley.com/Key-
Industries/Bioscience-in-Oro-Valley
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3.1.44 Connect Discussion Yes I hadn't read what you wrote the second time as I just saw it posted. I have heard other people in those professions say they can't afford to live here. I am a retired teacher
and my husband in a former police dept. As you say, we all can have our opinions. I am glad that your family can live here as well as work here.
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NA Where OV Lives Comment Yes Apartments are not lower income. Rent goes up every year. That is just not affordable way to live. Rent in CA is above 3,000 per month. Rents are rising fast here in AZ as
well.
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3.1.24 Connect Discussion Yes Bingo, you nailed it!! We don't want to be another Green Valley AZ (average age 72.9 years), we need more affordable housing to attract young workers in medical,
engineering and business fields. Marana AZ is already outpacing us in this regards. Modern, well-managed apartment units will allow us to attract and keep the
nurses, medical assistants, graduate doctors and others who are starting their career paths. The UACI (Univ of AZ Center for Innovation) complex in Oro Valley is a great
potential magnet for high-paying jobs and high-tech businesses. Forward!
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NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes There should be housing available for lower income folks, but more importantly there should be a consideration for stewardship of the land, which may require
changing the model from simply considering housing; business; retail ( I question this model anyway because retail is a subset of business). There needs to be more focus
on bringing services like organic food providers and making access to them more walkable and bikable.
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Opposition to affordable housing
No Survey Comparisons Online Events
Total / Percentage Total / Percentage
15 / 12%0 / 0%
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes I moved here to enjoy a safe, quiet, small town life with beautiful scenery and open spaces. Never envisioned the previous Council would approve all these apartments and
cookie cutter houses on small lots. They turned OV from special/unique to anywhere USA. And now you are trying to turn us into Tucson with affordable/subsidized housing!
We can't afford it and we don't have or need public transit. We are a suburb and that requires cars. This new general plan needs to reflect what the existing residents want -
not what developers, consultants and staff wants. We'll have enough apartments at Marketplace. Houses and townhomes on land with residential zoning is fine but no
more rentals!
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NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes I would have hoped that the town council would look to recruit high paying jobs and individuals that are educated instead of taking the easy route by building and
accommodating low income individuals and families that will require a large number of services. Unfortunately that doesn’t seem to be happening.
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NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes Land is expensive in TOV. People need to live within their means and that may mean not living in Oro Valley. Government subsidies could make housing more
affordable for lower wage earners, but will that adversely impact housing values and the brand of Oro Valley? I do not see the need to make housing more attainable for the
Oro Valley workforce and older adults. Seems to me older adults are doing just fine attaining housing in TOV. Per the US Census, TOV is has a population significantly older
than most communities in AZ. 85% of TOV residents leave TOV to work and 85% of the workers in TOV do not live in TOV. So what? It's a wash.
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NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes Housing is expensive across the nation. OV is not unique in that regard. We've also had a big influx of people moving here from CA and WA state with cash in hand who
overbid. You can't stop their impact on pricing. We have a lot of retirees who worked hard to be able to afford retiring here. If we want to remain a safe and desirable
community, let the market prevail and let those who can afford it move here. Don't lower our standards.
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3.1.46 Connect Discussion Yes So you want an apartment complex next to your home? I do not. I commuted to NYC many years ago. Took 1.5 hours one way. A drive to an apartment complex not in
OV is not unheard of. Then..someday have a big house at the base of the Catalina’s. Why can’t anyone work and then make good? Why is it necessary for my dream home to
be destroyed by apartments? Certainly doctors have the earning potential and it’s so unnecessary to make our town more of a transient rental place. Last word…earn it. Why
can’t there be a place where people move to when they have worked hard for decades and made it? Everyone wants instant gratification.
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1.1.17 Connect Discussion Yes That may be one reason, but often landlords try to maintain their properties but the renters don’t do their part and this financially overwhelms the owners. There is a
correlation between lower income renters and lack of concern/effort. (plus crime!) See south LA as an example or look closer to home.
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1.1.113 Connect Discussion Yes Part of larger comment... I do not think "affordable" housing should have a place here.1 0
1.1.70 Connect Discussion Yes First off, the safety because of the lack of crime. There’s no low income housing. The views are beautiful. The natural habitats that have so far been kept intact. There’s
less traffic (so far). No light pollution. What I don’t like is trying to put 200+ apartments in a city that isn’t equipped for the amount of people we already have.
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3.1.27 Connect Discussion Yes The poor as churchmice comment makes no sense. I'm sure they know how to drive and there are rental properties all around us. Can't we have a place that's not
transient? Guess not.
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NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes Avoid higher-density housing at all costs, unless it is a luxury-oriented development that appeals to high income earners. To maintain the amazing quality of life in OV,
we have to accept that residential real estate prices will continue to climb, making OV a less affordable place for some to be able to live in. Fortunately, lower-income people
will have higher-density housing options in neighboring cities.
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1.1.82 Connect Discussion Yes Part of larger comment... NO LOW INCOME HOUSING OR DENSE RENTALS! I drove 25 miles to and from work everyday. It seems in this day and age people want
to live right next door to where they work. There are over 100 acres of property directly across Oracle Rd for sale. Put DENSE RENTALS there.
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1.1.131 Connect Discussion Yes Please! The crime rate in OV is low because we do not have low income housing in Oro Valley. Keep OV safe 0 0
1.1.71 Connect Discussion Yes RESPONSE TO COMMENT 1.1.70: Agree 100%0 0
1.1.10 Connect Discussion Yes The views, safety record, our police and fire departments, few homeless, plenty of resident choices (homes and apartments), good roads. 0 0
1.1.82 Connect Discussion Yes Safety, great Police and Fire department. Dark skies. Many don't know or understand the reasons for dark skies and the safety they provide our nation from incoming missile
attacks. Great views. NO LOW INCOME HOUSING OR DENSE RENTALS! I drove 25 miles to and from work everyday. It seems in this day and age people want to live right
next door to where they work. There are over 100 acres of property directly across Oracle Rd for sale. Put DENSE RENTALS there.
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Fewer Apartments/Less Density/ More Homes
BIG Community Phone Survey: Q5 - Suggested Changes related to Housing: 28%Online Events
Total / Percentage Total / Percentage
Housing Phone Survey (2023)34 / 27%17 / 28%
Identified single-family homes as the most needed housing type: 63%
Agreed apartments detract from the character of OV: 41%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.524 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Apartments near residential
3.457 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Density - Homes to close together
3.1097 4/9/2024 Panera/Chipotle Yes High-rise development not cohesive to OV look
2.802 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Less apartments More green space
3.198 11/9/2023 Neighborhood Meeting on 11.09.2025 Yes No high density
3.199 11/9/2023 Neighborhood Meeting on 11.09.2026 Yes No high density by SFR's
3.898 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes No high density development
2.787 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes No more apts
3.197 11/9/2023 Neighborhood Meeting on 11.09.2024 Yes No rentals
3.203 11/9/2023 Neighborhood Meeting on 11.09.2030 Yes No rentals near homes
3.505 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Overpopulation and high density
3.482 12/15/2023 OV Public Library Yes Residential density
3.446 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Rezoning to higher density
2.734 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Safety beauty No density housing
3.202 11/9/2023 Neighborhood Meeting on 11.09.2029 Yes Too many apartment rentals
3.494 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Too much high density
3.432 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes Zoning / Fewer Apartment, More Single Family
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA How OV Conserves Comment Yes I support everything listed above - and in addition, water use conservation is important. Our state does not have water resources to support current growth. What makes OV
special is NOT dense housing and plowed land for retail development that is obsolete. We can't bring the natural landscape back once we plow it over and pave it.
Let's talk about the increasing heat issue that Phoenix suffers from based on too few trees/water shed areas, and too much asphalt. We need to prevent our town's nature to
keep it as cool as possible for as long as possible.
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NA How OV Develops Comment Yes We need more business not apartments. We have plenty of people on the streets and in the schools. We have plenty of apartments. The apartments on oracle and
lambert are a source of much traffic congestions and problems. It is dangerous when they turn left out of the apartments at that busy intersection. Residents travel all the
way down Oracle for restaurants, shopping and Groceries. Trader Joes or Sprouts would be great up here. We don't need any more 99 cent stores or Below 5.
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NA How OV Develops Comment Yes Oro Valley should look to entice more development that includes businesses and low density residential to match existing areas, NOT apartments, high-rise
apartments. Oro Valley should put concerted effort to change what happened at Tangerine and Oracle Rd - that mall was supposed to have La Encantada type businesses
but instead we got a Walmart and other not high-end franchises. This was a failure on the part of Oro Valley commercial business liaisons and needs to not happen again.
Building Codes need strict enforcement and strict inspections. The area inside Rancho Vistoso Loop is archeologically dense and should be carefully protected with minimal
development only in areas outside of floodplain and outside of archeological areas. Same with the Catalina Foothills - viewsheds should continue to be protected with
development only in non-viewshed areas and non-flood non-erosion hazard areas only. Continue with improving safe bike trail connectivity. Number one regulation that
needs to continue to be enforced is Dark Skies related regulations to continue to protect our dark skies for the health of the community, environment, and Kitt Peak. There is
a lot of built-out areas and so as the community has less space for development, zoning should switch to sustainable approach - Town will need road and storm drain
maintenance funds and that future money must be generated by commercial business taxes - so that is where the Town needs to focus - IT IS THAT SIMPLE. The town may
annex perimeter areas but the focus should continue to highlight top quality work places and the wonderful retirement community that it is. The Development at Foothills
Mall will only be a success if high end shops move in there. Otherwise, we will have a failure like the failing mall at Tangerine and Oracle. There should be no residential
high density zones ANYWHERE in Oro Valley, as overtaxing the water resources is not prudent and it is not what Oro Valley is about at all, in my opinion as a multi-
decade resident.
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NA How OV Develops Comment Yes Just because there is imprudent master plan that has high density residential listed as a goal - that doesn't mean it is a smart thing to do - residential provides less taxes to
shore up seriously needed future funds to maintain roads and storm drains. We all can see that high density residential is extremely ugly (the ugly monstrosity on First), does
not mesh with the surrounding area of the Town, blocks viewsheds which is what the town is known for, and is just a big money maker for the initial developer who then sells
to another developer who then allows the product to tank, then becomes blight. Change the master zoning plan to what fits this beautiful town - low-density residential, with
healthy tax generating, high end businesses and high end work companies. That what I, my husband, my neighbours and friends want to see here in Oro Valley.
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NA How OV Develops Comment Yes Nice Parks yes, Lived here 45 years CDO Grad. Stop the Density, Stop the Apartments and Condos. Fill the existing commercial properties before adding more. Build
minimum 3.3 acre home sites with no fences so Animals can survive. Stop Oro Valley Desert Destruction. Love my Deer, and The Sonoran Desert is special and unlike
anywhere else on Earth. Thank You.
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NA How OV Develops Comment Yes have lived here since 1975 and I have seen too much growth. I don't want continued growth. High end Low Density growth only with minimum 3.3 acre parcels. No
Apartments, No Condos. I would like to see well defined and connected Pathways for our Wildlife that we are choking out. I love my Deer and Jack Rabbits on my 8 acres by
the Tortalita Mountains. Stop this insanity, we don't need Oracle to look like it does by the Tucson Mall. Just Stop, we are destroying our very special Sonoran Desert.
Please.
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NA How OV Maintains Comment Yes Avoid higher density housing at all costs...it will destroy OV in the long-term! It is far better to increase taxes, whether it be a parcel tax or higher sales tax. NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Comment Yes Maintain views of the mountains, because otherwise, we're just Phoenix. Protect the natural landscape and beauty, because this is what makes OV special. Limit further
residential development and avoid all high-density housing. Encourage development of more 5-star resorts to bring economic activity, which in turn can support higher
end retail and dining options.
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NA How OV Develops Comment Yes I think we need to limit or avoid high density housing . Additionally, I’m finding many of my neighbors wondering if there will ever be higher end shopping and restaurants
more local. Currently one needs to travel to Scottsdale or La Encantada for such. There are more than enough big box stores and chain restaurants.
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NA How OV Develops Comment Yes Please avoid the development of high density housing. Any new residential development should be appealing to the highest income levels. High-end resort development
would also bring long-lasting economic activity, especially if it is paired with a high-end luxury shopping and dining district that surpasses La Encantada. Something like
Kierland in Scottsdale would be a boom to our economic activity, while attracting a high-income demographic to support tax revenues.
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NA How OV Develops Comment Yes I think OV is a special place but I worry about the area becoming over-crowded much like Scottsdale. I'd prefer to see less high-density housing and more higher end retail
and restaurants that would serve the community. I see far too many of my neighbors traveling up to the Phoenix / Scottsdale area for such since there is little for them
around here . We need to feel more like the foothills area around Campbell and Ina and minimize the number of chain restaurants and big box stores.
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1.1.27 Connect Discussion Yes Upside: - Police Department - we feel very safe secure here. - Living Standards - no trashy properties in view, streets are well maintained, signage is well controlled and
minimalized.
Downside:
- Apartment and Small Lot Size Construction approvals are scary as it is bringing population density that we moved here to avoid .
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NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes Not for high density rentals, tiny homes and low income/affordable housing! 7 2
1.1.85 Connect Discussion Yes Agree with this statement. NO more high density housing. I will pay higher taxes to keep OV as it is. Again, NO more high density housing 6 2
3.1.7 Connect Discussion Yes Sustaining the low crime rate. Attracting more employers, less apartments and more homes, no more parks and playgrounds (plenty for a 47,000 population and 1/3
seniors), another high end restaurant, drive thru's, keep the bedroom community mentality.
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3.1.60 Connect Discussion Yes PART OF LARGER COMMENT: Now the "future" of Oro Valley is revenue driven, mostly by allowing developers to change zoning limitations to whatever short-term profit-
making scheme they can come up with, eventually leaving the town with a lot of vacant commercial space and dense "ticky-tacky" housing that is spaced 10 ft. apart and
in so many cases homes sited with an east/west solar orientation that will require more resources for cooling as our climate gets hotter and drier.
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3.1.33 Connect Discussion Yes Commenting again on this one....I moved to OV to escape overcrowding but it's becoming more and more like the crowded place I left behind. The word exclusive comes to
mind and why is it a bad word? There were places I just couldn't afford to live when I was younger. I worked hard, and guess what...was able to upgrade. STOP the
apartments and catering to a transient population. There are plenty of apartment around us that we don't have to have one on top of very expensive homes.
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3.1.42 Connect Discussion Yes Did you take the time to read what I wrote? There are apartments just not where maybe you want them. Recently, was at the car wash and spoke to a man who was
leaving our town due to overdevelopment. People can get to jobs....its called driving. We will agree to disagree.
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3.1.8 Connect Discussion Yes The biggest challenge for Oro Valley will be high density, housing, uncontrolled growth, and people saturation.2 1
3.1.14 Connect Discussion Yes PROPERTY TAXES - TOV currently does not have a property tax. Revenues come from builder fees and sales tax. How long can this continue? When all the property is
developed, will an annexation strategy work? Is it just a Ponzi scheme where we are borrowing from Peter to pay Paul and in the process potentially bringing housing and
infrastructure into TOV that to not meet TOV standards? TOV staff would lead you to believe that we just need to add more "affordable housing" as people who live in
these dwellings are younger and generate more sales tax. I'm not buying that. A competent finance person should be able to develop a financial model to tell us exactly
what types of housing we need to avoid a property tax. It may prove that a property tax is inevitable and maybe that is OK in order to retain the Oro Valley brand.
AFFORDABLE HOUSING vs MARKET DRIVEN HOUSING - I am not opposed to apartments. They serve a purpose in all communities. However, people (residents and TOV
staff) need to understand that low-income housing describes residences designed to support renters struggling to keep up with rising rental costs (i.e. public
housing, Section 8). Affordable housing defines properties that take up less than 30% of a renter’s income. Unlike Section 8, affordable housing does not have a
specific federal program or funding source. Instead, it is often developed through partnerships between private developers, non-profit organizations, and local
governments. Land in TOV is expensive. Who/how is affordable housing going to subsidized? Does TOV have a slush fund I'm unaware of to fund affordable housing?
Build apartments responsibly so that they meet code and design standards, and let supply and demand set market pricing. All the hype about living and working in the same
community is just that: hype. I have never lived in the community where I work. If people cannot afford to live here, so be it.
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NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes Avoid higher-density housing at all costs, unless it is a luxury-oriented development that appeals to high income earners. To maintain the amazing quality of life in OV,
we have to accept that residential real estate prices will continue to climb, making OV a less affordable place for some to be able to live in. Fortunately, lower-income people
will have higher-density housing options in neighboring cities.
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3.1.41 Connect Discussion Yes Part of larger comment... Expensive rentals, are still rentals. No sweat equity involved. Pay the rent, want to move, call the mover. Little expensive. get some friends. Now
we have multiple people living in an apartment. Also, all the rezoning for high density is not what we all came here for . We did research, and it looked peaceful,
gorgeous views, open space were all big factors. Now we have in the works storage facilities blocking our views for all the folks in the apartments. No thank you. As people
who live here year round, we are invested in this community. We don't just need a fancy apartment to escape the winter. A proposed apartment was recently not approved
near us. The proposed units, managed by an out of state company not on site, was planning to have 2 story units looking down into people's yards. Again, that's not what
people came to Oro Valley to experience. There are many rentals on Oracle Road and in Tucson. It's not a bad thing to distinguish our community to be the option for
those that can and want to live here.
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3.1.61 Connect Discussion Yes I think traffic and over crowding in schools will be OV's biggest challenges if we keep allowing builders to build all of these dense housing projects. I spent a large part of
my adult life living in California and I completely understand what it's like to have to commute 1.5 hours in each direction to a workplace because the housing is too
expensive. I also know what high density housing does to the school system and it's terrible, which was why we chose the long commute to get to a school system that didn't
have 25 or more students per classroom. I've been in school districts where they didn't have enough classrooms and teachers were teaching in the hallways. Please stop the
housing construction, don't let this happen to OV. I don't think anything needs to change here, growing for the sake of growth doesn't make sense.
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3.1.30 Connect Discussion Yes Part of larger comment... If you want apartments there is Marana and Tucson , and/or travel up the road to PHX where Mesa and Chandler have exploded. Better yet Casa
Grande seems unclaimed and you can go there with your let's get apartments all over the place song.
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1.1.94 Connect Discussion Yes I agree; no more high density housing. Single family units ONLY. If buyers cannot afford it, they should look elsewhere. The town IS NOT OBLIGATED to accommodate all
income levels.
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3.1.48 Connect Discussion Yes PART OF LARGER COMMENT: I moved my family across the country not to have apartments, and now I'm surrounded by apartments. My children have gone to
school here and now they are Arizonans, so there is no option to leave. There are many, many apartment complexes surrounding us (Just for example...down
Tangerine Road past Fry's) so, there are options. There have been places in my life that I just couldn't afford until a little later down the road. I feel apartments
bring way too many cars into our community and that could also be said for the abundance of new high density homes.
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3.1.50 Connect Discussion Yes I'm glad we were able to have a civil conversation about a topic that is important to us. I have been to meetings at the town council regarding rezoning. The dreaded yellow
sign means to me more desert going away, more crowds, and more of what Oro Valley used to be becoming no more. Really don't want the town to become a Chandler, a
Mesa, or even Tucson. As I said in prior post, town was established in 1974 to preserve the beauty of the desert since Tucson was being built up. It's not that I don't want to
live around change...it's the type of change. Came to OV for peace, space and a better quality of life. If I had wanted crowding, I would have stayed in my home state. You
mention luxury apartments often. At one of the town meetings, an Oro Valley police officer stated that apartments are where most of the town problems occur. Your
plan for the medical community to rent these lux apartments is heart felt plan, but if they can't fill them, they will get the money from another demographic by
lowering rent. You have mentioned the new giant apartment complex by the outlets. That seems very drivable to any part of town to me. Also, another giant complex has
been added by LaCholla and Magee. Went to the marketplace yesterday and drove down to Oracle Road, where they have apartments. During the tenure of the previous
mayor, it seemed no project was not re-zoned. The previous town plan was basically altered from what the majority had voted on. I will never think that apartments and high
density houses are a good thing and I am assuming that you will not agree. So in closing, let us agree to disagree.
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3.1.62 Connect Discussion Yes PART OF LARGER COMMENT: 4. Housing. To many apartments being proposed! Zone for very low density apartments. Zone for condos instead as ownership takes
more pride in the property. Again, if apartments are necessary make developer adhere to strict design guidelines to incorporate interesting, design elevations lush
landscape, attractive iron work fencing and gates, good public art, attractive parking areas, more green open space surrounding and within the property, lighting,
height restrictions etc. etc. etc.
5. Better restaurants with beautiful outdoor patio dining! Nicely designed restaurants with more regional branding! Who wants to sit in a strip center restaurant with chairs
and tables on the front sidewalk of a parking lot. This is what to many OV restaurants have. Not the atmosphere OV should want.
6. Population....the people that only live here part time don't care as they take advantage of our roads, cause more traffic, accidents, water usage, less parking, vehicle
pollution, etc. Yes, they contribute to the economy here but at what cost? They go back to their 'real homes' while we full time residences have to endure. Oracle HWY is
becoming a parking lot....Traffic! Out of state part-time visitors don't care as well as some locals. As an example our hiking trails are becoming dog infested poop areas
(Honey Bee Canyon hiking). We believe there needs to be a 'Citizen Enforcement' where locals call violators attention to pick up after their dogs. If not this only negativity
affects the natural wild animals. It's only going to get worse.
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NA Where OV Lives Comment Yes We do have apartments. Alot of them. People of OV forget all the apartments that line Oracle all the way down to Magee. Also the huge complex above the Home Depot
and the one on the corner of lambert and Oracle. Not sure we want to be a California, where they only build apartments like the one you describe.
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NA How OV Develops Comment Yes For zoning changes - I recommend stopping paint stores, storage unit companies and generic franchises from building on top view shed properties. WHY IS THERE A PAINT
SOTRE WHERE THERE SHOULD BE A RESTAURANT WITH AN OUTDOOR PATIO VIEWING PUSCH RIDGE!? WHY ARE THERE STORAGE UNITS ALSO SITTING ON PRIME
PROPERTY THAT VIEWS PUSCH RIDGE? Oro Valley zoning staff has been failing for the last 25 years and needs to prioritize proper use of the land that has views. And no
more high rises, and no more high density residential, unless is it next to Ina Rd area.
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NA How OV Develops Comment Yes Restaurants are fine - but no more apartments! They are not needed now that we have that sore thumb ugly monstrosity on 1st Av and along the loop. Oro Valley now has
TOO MANY APARTMENTS NOW. STOP IT! High-density is now not needed now that there is already too many. They do not fit in & there is no need.
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NA How OV Develops Comment Yes The 2005 General Plan was much better than the 2016 Plan in terms of retaining the town's original low density character and community identity. The rooftops strategy
prevalent after 2016 has essentially destroyed everything that made this town special. Now we have the same cookie cutter houses on tiny lots that are all over the country
plus too many apartments and traffic. Why do we have to rezone and build more apartments when that's not why we moved here? Why can't OV be unique?We need to
stop catering to developers and listen to residents.
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3.1.77 Connect Discussion Yes Perhaps it would be beneficial to look at our current high density housing and evaluate how many said units are rented as short term rentals because I think you
would be surprised at how many are used as such; therefore, reducing the number of reasonably priced rental homes/townhomes. For example, in the Vista so
Highlands townhomes they are renting on average for 4000+ a month. I think that by allowing the excessive number of short term rentals (90 days or less), we are driving
people who would live here full-time out. Not only that but you have to consider the increase in the value of the townhomes because these out-of-state companies know they
can come in and rent them for four months of the year and make a quick buck. I implore you to check Airbnb and VRBO for homes in the area. These companies have
reduced the amount of available housing for would be long term residents. If we want to reduce the number of high density housing needed, then I think we need to look at
reducing the number of these STR‘s.
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1.1.82 Connect Discussion Yes Safety, great Police and Fire department. Dark skies. Many don't know or understand the reasons for dark skies and the safety they provide our nation from incoming missile
attacks. Great views. NO LOW INCOME HOUSING OR DENSE RENTALS! I drove 25 miles to and from work everyday. It seems in this day and age people want to live
right next door to where they work. There are over 100 acres of property directly across Oracle Rd for sale. Put DENSE RENTALS there.
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More housing/apartments/growth
BIG Community Phone Survey: Q5 - Suggested Changes related to Housing: 8%Online Events
Total / Percentage Total / Percentage
Housing Phone Survey (2023)16 / 13%4 / 7%
Agreed high density should be in areas with easy access to shops, services, and facilities: 60%
Agreed high density can blend in with the character of surrounding areas: 54%
Agreed high density housing should be located along arterials or major roadways: 46%
Identified a need for townhomes or duplexes, 24% for apartments: 40%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.260 11/13/2023 Water Utility Commission Yes Development of new residential housing
2.703 3/9/2024 Plaza Escondida Yes More residential development
3.969 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Need high-quality (sound & air sealing) high-density housing
3.1176 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes Realize that housing is needed for new residents
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ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA How OV Conserves Discussion Yes maintaining wildlife corridors open spaces with views of the mountains. i'm not against high density development if it helps preserve open space (as opposed to single
family home sprawl)
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1.1.134 Connect Discussion Yes how you “incentivize” new businesses to come here is by having an adequate pool of customers. we need more residents! but very little land left-so-multi family is the way
to go
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NA Who OV Is Discussion Yes Perhaps more high density housing options would swiftly increase the ability to support more residents. The majority of the town made up of single family housing takes
up more land and the increased median sales price of houses in OV makes it much harder for younger families to purchase housing. As America trends towards a nation of
renters, either multiple story apartment units or townhouses could offer a solution.
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NA Who OV Is Discussion Yes More multi-family housing, capped at 2 stories. With its smaller footprint, it will result in the least damage to the environment, will retain excellent views, and will support
additional families quickly and easily.
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1.1.12 Connect Discussion Yes Oro Valley is NOT affordable to people we need to staff the OV Hospital and other employers. We are basically a 65+ /snowbird community, and this does not generate
adequate tax revenue for all of the amenities we seek. I strongly support construction of properly planned, high quality apartment houses to bring young families and
professionals to Oro Valley. This would NOT be "low income" housing.
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1.1.16 Connect Discussion Yes Thank you, you are correct! Due to the high mortgage costs, builders are building new, high-quality apartment complexes in our area that will be a net plus for our
area. I come from the Chicago suburb of Naperville, and we had more problems with people in single family homes than apartments. New "luxury" apartments are next to
the Marana Outlet Mall, near the Costco on Thornydale etc. We need diversity of housing in Oro Valley, but that doesn't mean Cabrini Green.
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1.1.28 Connect Discussion Yes Unfortunately, Town of Oro Valley cannot exist on minimal tax revenue generated by snowbirds and retirees. We are too expensive for young families, and we need housing
for our OV Hospital nurses, dental technicians and others. I support construction of apartment housing with careful input from planning department professionals.
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1.1.19 Connect Discussion Yes You must not attend many Town Council meetings. We have discussed how tax revenue is impacted by absentee property owners (e.g. "snowbirds") who don't spend much
money in OV. Property taxes all go to Pima County. If folks want a place without apartments and temporary housing, check out Quail Creek or Saddlebrook. I lived in
Quail Creek, no thanks.
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1.1.29 Connect Discussion Yes I think it is valuable to fully diversify our housing so that anyone of any economic level can live and work in Oro Valley. You are right, they should not be the town of
temporary residents. So many things will suffer as a result.
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1.1.110 Connect Discussion Yes Look around. New, very attractive apartment developments are being built on La Cholla Blvd near the old Foothills mall, near the Marana Outlet Mall, etc . Towns
compete with each other for industry and jobs, and Vice Mayor Melanie Barrett brought this up in the public meeting on Jan 10 - she lamented that the UACI property was
being developed for long-term care vs. "job creating construction." This is what we should be building to support - https://www.chooseorovalley.com/Key-
Industries/Bioscience-in-Oro-Valley
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3.1.47 Connect Discussion Yes Nobody is talking about "next to your home." The planned luxury apartments to be built where the old Vistoso golf clubhouse used to stand was a necessary deal in
order to finalize the amazing Vistoso Trails Nature Preserve , and other apartments being planned will have a low roofline so as to not obstruct views. I want economic
sustainability for Oro Valley. Younger people living in apartments generate more tax revenue than retired golfers.
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1.1.32 Connect Discussion Yes We are the functional equivalent of a 55+ community like Quail Creek and do NOT have adequate housing for our teachers, young professionals and medical staff. I
support properly designed & planned, multifamily residential units including apartments. Retired snowbirds do NOT generate adequate tax revenue for our town.
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1.1.21 Connect Discussion Yes Not, not getting rid of options for snowbirds! However, we are a town with government, not a resort community like Robson's. We have to have a tax base to support
police, schools, planning etc. Oro Valley will likely stay like it is without diversification of housing options, and this is a very limited future. We base a lot of attraction
on golf, but it is a dying sport that becomes less sustainable as time goes on. Look at all of the courses that have closed in our area, and the shuttered Golf Super-Store near
Home Depot. Sad. I don't want Oro Valley to be another Green Valley.
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1.1.93 Connect Discussion Yes PART OF LARGER COMMENT... We need a younger, professional population base to continue to grow this town. High-quality apartments aren't the only answer,
but they will be a big part of the solution.
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1.1.132 Connect Discussion Yes Why do all of you folks equate apartments with low income housing? Where are you from, Detroit? Sheesh! It all depends upon apartment owners management. OV
Police will live in those places, they will be safer than our neighborhoods.
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3.1.25 Connect Discussion Yes My wife and I used to live in Green Valley AZ. They did not have an incorporated town government, no police department (they depend upon Pima Co. Sheriff) and, most
importantly, no apartments. Because of the high cost of living in Green Valley, only retirees and snow birds can afford to live there (average age 72.9). This is a major reason
why the Green Valley Hospital failed and closed, they could not attract physicians to live close enough to service the emergency room. Nurses and techs had to travel from
Rio Rico to staff the hospital. Apartments do NOT mean "tenements," go down to Marana and see the beautiful apartments they are building next to the Outlet Mall.
New apartments are also being built on La Cholla in Tucson near the old Foothills Mall. We need tax revenues, and a diverse population will enable sustainability.
We are very much in favor of planned growth and diversity.
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More housing options such as townhomes, duplexes, and low rise apartments
BIG Community Phone Survey: Q9 - Land Development Priorities: 37%Online Events
Total / Percentage Total / Percentage
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WHERE OV LIVES: HOUSING PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
Housing Phone Survey (2023): 9 / 7%2 / 3%
Agree OV should provide more housing options: 34%
Do not think OV has a balanced housing mix with a wide range of types and prices: 31%
Identified a need for townhomes or duplexes: 40%, condos: 36% ; apartments: 24%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.1234 5/7/2024 La Hacienda Restaurant Yes Need town homes/condos 1 & 2 story buildings
3.591 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes We need more housing options & less regulation
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA How OV Develops Comment Yes Suburbia has to change. Townhomes, duplexes, condos and apartments all have smaller footprints than a neighborhood of luxury homes. We need places TO
GATHER. Currently if I want to go somewhere, I am going to have to travel (and use gas). Stop with all the strip malls. If you're going to build somewhere where we can have
LOCAL shops (no more chains!) and restaurants, have it be walkable for people when they're there. Also, we have enough matress stores and nail salons.
NA NA
NA How OV Develops Comment Yes As noted in the video, most (77%) of the land in Oro Valley is zoned and used for single family residential development. However, not everyone can afford single family
residences. Years ago, when Oro Valley was starting to develop, other types of housing including attached townhouses (one and two story) and small lot detached
homes were built. I think that would be appropriate in certain locations near major transportation corridors such as Oracle Road and Tangerine. If such housing is not
built in Oro Valley people who work here but can't afford single family residences, including teachers, police officers, and medical personnel, will be forced to live elsewhere
and commute to town daily, adding to traffic on major streets.
NA NA
NA How OV Develops Comment Yes I love the live work and play. We need to have an allow mix-development in new apartments.The new projects would allow job, flexible rents, restaurants, smaller
office space etc.How about grocery downstairs,and apartments above. Bars and restaurants, ice cream shops below and apartments above and behind. Sun Tran pick I Up
and drop off close or near by when you have more high density housing mixed with commercial projects.
NA NA
NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes To support a healthy, vibrant community, there needs to be a mix of low, medium and high density areas. We have plenty of low and medium density developments. To
support and help balance the amount of commercial we have (and to encourage new commercial to come here), we have to have higher density developments to get more
people on the limited amount of land we have left. People who work here can't afford to live here. And I bet that if most homeowners were to try and purchase their homes
again today at their current value with current interest rates, they would not be able to purchase the home they live in. Why would we stick our noses in the air and penalize
people who didn't move here 5 years ago when housing prices were more affordable? Current housing in Oro Valley is not affordable, so let's give people options.
5 3
NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes Completely agree. A variety of housing options would allow more people to live in the city, bring in tax payer dollars, and bring in diverse populations such as younger
families and working class folks.
5 3
NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes They should only be one floor homes, and should require natural landscaping and preserve the natural desert as much as possible. 2 3
NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes OV shouldn't be just for the extremely wealthy. We should have all housing types, including apartments. I really like the idea of housing above businesses for people who
want to rely less on cars. The US model of suburbia is not sustainable in the long term. What about townhouses? There needs to be thought into the development. There has
to be an alternative to overpriced jammed in like sardines tract houses or $$$$ houses on huge plots.
1 0
NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes I see two story condominiums as the answer. They're easier to finance and make a great way to build credit and they're a good investment versus throwing money away
each month to apartment rent. Not all seniors want the bells and whistles and of course the ridiculous price that comes with a retirement communities. Condos are a great
option for people looking to start out or downsize.
1 0
NA Who OV Is Discussion Yes
Condos, townhomes, duplexes, apartments. The single home luxury home on large plots MUST STOP. We need actual affordable housing for people. Not just
boomers who have $$$$$$$$$$$.
1 0
15 9
Fewer Homes/Less Growth
BIG Community Phone Survey Online Events
Q5 - Suggested Changes related to Housing: 44%Total / Percentage Total / Percentage
8 / 6%9 / 15%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.1081 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Growth, housing
3.719 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Limit new residential developments
3.719 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Limit new residential developments
3.1216 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes No more developers for housing
3.452 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Overbuilding - too many single family homes
3.496 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes So many housing developments
3.726 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Too dense, too many homes
3.389 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Too many houses
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WHERE OV LIVES: HOUSING PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
3.724 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Too much residential development
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA How OV Conserves Comment Yes Maintain views of the mountains, because otherwise, we're just Phoenix. Protect the natural landscape and beauty, because this is what makes OV special. Limit further
residential development and avoid all high-density housing. Encourage development of more 5-star resorts to bring economic activity, which in turn can support higher
end retail and dining options.
NA NA
NA How OV Develops Comment Yes No more housing , prefer social/cultural/educational areas as well as keeping open space. Very important to keep undeveloped areas as once we build, that option is lost
forever
NA NA
NA How OV Develops Comment Yes Please stop growth of housing and development. Why do we have to push growth so hard? What's wrong with focusing on what we've already created and making it
better. Expanding the city does not make it better
NA NA
3.1.59 Connect Discussion Yes PART OF LARGER COMMENT: We can't continue to eliminate our beautiful desert with houses and apartments . I used to have many wild animals in my yard, but
because of the many homes being built
3 0
3.1.19 Connect Discussion Yes Growth!! To many new housing (specifically RENTAL UNITS)2 0
1.1.84 Connect Discussion Yes There's so much to like about OV. The two things I like most about it though are that it feels safe and there's very little traffic. I've moved around the country trying to find a
place where I could enjoy both of these things and I found it here in OV. I don't like seeing all of the housing development that's been going on lately because I feel like
if things keep going in this direction all of the things that attracted me to OV will disappear and I'll have to move again; probably out of state. We don't need to add more
housing to OV because the surrounding cities are doing enough of that, and those residents will travel to OV to shop. We need to focus on incentivizing more businesses to
come to OV not build more housing.
1 0
3.1.18 Connect Discussion Yes It will be a challenge to not sell more water meters. As long as AG takes most of the water housing has little left. Trying to house all the employees of the community is a
goal decades too late to start thinking about.
1 0
3.1.69 Connect Discussion Yes PART OF LARGER COMMENT: We need to restrict the housing development of our community to preserve open spaces and conserve our water allotment 0 0
7 0
Other Housing Comments
No Survey Comparison Online Events
Total / Percentage Total / Percentage
8 / 6%4 / 7%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.5040 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Managing Air BnBs
3.443 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Homeless people
3.268 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Homeless people
3.1099 4/9/2024 Panera/Chipotle Yes Water/too many retirement homes
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
3.1.9 Connect Discussion Yes It is always amazing to me how many people scream about affordable housing. If the cost to build a unit would mean $1,500 per unit per month, is the developer supposed
to charge $1,000 a month so it is affordable? That is not how it works kids.
2 0
1.1.35 Connect Discussion Yes I would still appreciate a reply as to what constitutes affordable housing for young professionals , which includes teachers.0 0
NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes Unique houses. No tract housing. Reduce housing permit and home owner permit requirements. Homes with spacious land. Cap HOA fees and fines.0 2
NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes High density housing needed being filled.1 0
NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes Ban HOA's permanently.1 0
NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes I believe every city and town by Federal regulations needs a certain amount of low income housing .0 0
NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes Dont understand why you say we don not have that mix already. 0 0
NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes More housing won't help [support retail]. That should be obvious. The rooftops plan increased our population but there's a limit to how many restaurants and retail
establishments will be successful in a given area. For example, Pima County has over 1M people (compared to OV's 47K) and they still have restaurants closing. If you live in
the suburbs, you can't have everything within 15 mins of your home
0 0
4 2
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WHERE OV WORKS: ECONOMIC DEV. ELEMENTS LIKED BEST
Access to shopping/Convenience
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage
Q1 - Element Liked Most: 9%4 / 3%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
1.473 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Accessibility to local healthcare (clinics)
1.359 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Community and shopping
1.718 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Convenience to stores & Tucson
1.401 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Convenience, everything is close
1.51 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Convenient grocery shopping
1.628 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes Everything close by (stores/restaurants)
1.723 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Excellent access to recreation medical shops food
1.783 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Farmers market
1.483 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Friends and shopping
1.66 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Good services
1.27 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Local shopping
1.620 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Location & convenience to restaurants, shops/parks etc.
1.1353 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes Mix of restaurants and shopping
1.650 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes New retail stores
1.753 2/27/2024 Noble Hops Yes Outdoor living, views, access to good restaurants & shopping
1.486 12/14/2023 Volunteer Reception Dinner Yes Restaurants and shopping
1.531 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Shopping is good
1.1290 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Shopping local
1.1427 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes The multi use path, the available stores, the parks - especially Naranja dog park
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
1.1.40 Connect Discussion Yes The beauty of nature and convenience of health care and shopping . 4 0
1.1.135 Connect Discussion Yes Oro Valley is a friendly and safe community. We really like the fact that Oro Valley Hospital and all our Dentists and MDs are short
drives from our house. We spend a lot of time in the Market Place , but are concerned that we have lost our major sporting goods store
as well as our computer/electronics store (Best Buy). Yesterday we discovered one of our favorite restaurants (Red Lobster) has closed. Why
were they forced to move? We moved here from Saddlebrooke Ranch because we hated to drive several miles just to eat and shop. Now we
find we have to start driving again, but this time the drive is into a part of Tucson that we really don't care to spend time in.
1 0
1.1.52 Connect Discussion Yes I love the natural beauty of Oro Valley- the trails for biking, and trails in state parks for hiking. I also really like the variety of grocery
stores and restaurants in Oro Valley.
4 0
1.1.67 Connect Discussion Yes Safe, community and natural resources (library, parks, shops, restaurants ), views, schools, local businesses 1 0
9 0
Food/Local Restuarants
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q1 - Element Liked Most: 1%0 / 0%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
1.347 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Community assets (restaurants, golf, community recreation center)
1.1300 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Eegees
1.498 12/15/2023 OV Public Library Yes Food
1.607 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes Food
1.1287 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Food
1.1302 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Good local restaurant
1.1330 4/18/2024 Gaslight Music Hall Yes Harvest, Just Kabab, Café Torino
1.604 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes In-and-Out
1.883 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes More restaurants
Events: Total / Percentage
19 / 2%
16 / 2%
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WHERE OV WORKS: ECONOMIC DEV. ELEMENTS LIKED BEST
1.881 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Nature & Dutch Bros
1.1286 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Noble Hops
1.876 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Peach Wave
1.1331 4/18/2024 Gaslight Music Hall Yes Restaurants
1.703 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Restaurants (The Keg)
1.680 2/17/2024 Cold Beer & Cheeseburgers Yes Snooze
1.734 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Variety of restaurants
Medical Services/Health Facilities
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q1 - Element Liked Most: 1%0 / 0%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
1.473 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Accessibility to local healthcare (clinics)
1.965 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Better ER
1.622 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Great access to healthcare
Work opportunities/close to work
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q1 - Element Liked Most: 1%0 / 0%0 / 0%
3 / <1%
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WHERE OV WORKS: WAYS TO DESCRIBE ORO VALLEY
As a good place to start/operate a business
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percent
Q4 - Describing OV: 63%2 / 5%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
2.460 1/9/2024 Community Recreation Center Yes Biotech Innovations
2.747 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Community & local shops & businesses
2.539 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes Family owned restaurants
2.420 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Local business
2.731 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Small business
2.856 4/1/2024 Comment Box CRC Yes Wise land use, open space, small business, health focus
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
2.2.15 Connect Discussion Yes We should be known as a family-friendly community that respects our local landscape with fantastic schools, community pride (through
events and arts/sports/learning spaces), and local businesses .
0 0
2.2.25 Connect Discussion Yes OV Marketplace is a beautiful shopping center which is just squandered. We need to attract nice businesses such as Macy's, JC Penneys,
the Apple Store as anchor stores. Then, add multiple family restaurants so this is a destination. There is a very large number of homes which
can support these stores and restaurants-Saddlebrooke, SB Ranch, OV itself (the new apartments and hotels) and Marana. But right now,
they drive through OV to the Tucson Mall and other places. And, where are you planning on all the tourists shopping and dining? Walmart?
Walmart is not an anchor store. Other shopping needs are a fabric store, car wash, mom and pop stores, a gourmet grocery store, etc.
0 0
For its employment opportunities
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percent
Q4 - Describing OV: 58%0 / 0%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
2.917 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Career opportunities
2.12 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Employment opportunity
2.550 2/10/2024 Cruise, BBQ & Blues at OV Marketplace Yes Good schools, good jobs, good recreation
For its restaurants or food
No Survey Comparison Online: Total / Percent
0 / 0%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
2.506 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Culinary delights
2.328 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Fabulous restaurants
2.623 2/27/2024 Noble Hops Yes Farmers Market
2.666 3/6/2024 Roche Tissue Diagnostics Yes Food
2.951 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes Friendly, awesome food
2.510 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Full scale of high and low-end restaurants
2.247 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes I think OV should be known for its food
2.636 3/1/2024 Comment Box - La Reserve Yes Local food/restaurants
2.801 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Margaritas & tacos (El Charro)
2.990 5/17/2024 Battle of the Bands Yes Restaurant (Just Kabob)
2.41 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Restaurants
2.54 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Restaurants
2.885 4/2/2024 Fruit Shack Smoothies, Bowls & Fresh Juices Yes Restaurants
2.706 3/12/2024 Street Taco & Beer Co. Yes Restaurants with views
Event: Total / Percent
14 / 2%
Event: Total / Percent
3 / <1%
Event: Total / Percent
6 / 1%
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WHERE OV WORKS: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT / TOURISM PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
More restaurants/stores/amenities
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q5 - Suggested Changes related to Economic Dev.: 61%11 / 20%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.189 11/7/2023 Planning and Zoning Commission Yes Attracting and keeping retail and commerce
3.55 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Attracting quality restaurants
3.426 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes Attracting Trendy Food Venues
3.904 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Attracting unique restaurants
3.384 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Better cafes in OV
3.914 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Better food
3.376 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Better restaurants
3.455 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Big franchise stores
3.1031 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistosos Yes Bring back Dick's Sporting Good!
3.886 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Build retail or market
3.1114 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Business
3.1113 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Business
3.1233 5/7/2024 La Hacienda Restaurant Yes Clean sides of the roads, more shopping, more restaurants
3.67 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Commercial development
3.7 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Commercial growth
3.46 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Department of commercial property
3.1256 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Diversity and Economic Growth.
3.68 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Economic development
3.258 11/13/2023 Water Utility Commission Yes Economic development
3.590 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Food! Fun outdoor activities!
3.586 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Food!! Need more quality options
3.272 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Get more restaurants and activities
3.17 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Good companies
3.18 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Good retail
3.316 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Grocery stores
2.643 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Grocery stores near OV marketplace
3.697 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Growth retail
3.749 2/25/2024 Oracle Crossings Plaza Yes Having more restaurants
3.852 3/9/2024 Guns vs Hoses Kickball Tournament Yes Having nicer walking & shopping centers and restaurants
3.194 11/7/2023 Planning and Zoning Commission Yes Increasing business employment in town
3.1139 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Lack of local business & restaurants
2.372 12/7/2023 Riverfront Park Yes Lack of Wholefoods
3.718 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Local stores for shopping
2.745 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes More coffee shops
2.751 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes More coffee shops!
2.702 3/9/2024 Plaza Escondida Yes More commercial development
3.1259 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes More commercial sectors & additional parks
2.501 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes More cookie shops
2.538 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes More good restaurants
3.971 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes More green space. Restaurants
2.973 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes More independent (locally owned) businesses
2.918 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes More local restaurants
3.593 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes More local stores, small businesses, building ok, community
3.375 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes More places to eat and buy clothing
2.635 3/1/2024 Comment Box - La Reserve Yes More restaurant options!
3.704 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes More restaurants
81 / 62%
WHERE OV WORKS: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT / TOURISM PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
3.705 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes More restaurants
3.1223 5/1/2024 Comment Box Dental Group Yes More restaurants
3.900 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes More restaurants
3.920 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes More restaurants
3.1048 3/26/2024 Oro Valley Bicycle Yes More restaurants
3.1085 4/2/2024 Fruit Shack Smoothies, Bowls & Fresh Juices Yes More restaurants
3.1181 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes More restaurants
3.345 11/26/2023 Honeybee Trailhead Yes More restaurants and shops
3.976 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes More restaurants high end!
3.777 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes More retail up north
3.1127 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes More shopping markets
3.408 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes More shops
3.714 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes More unique/family owned restaurants
3.588 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Need boutiques
3.484 12/15/2023 OV Public Library Yes Need business
3.925 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Need businesses
2.947 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes Need doughnut shop in OV
3.859 3/9/2024 Plaza Escondida Yes Need more businesses shopping restaurants. I'd rather shop/eat in OV than in the city.
3.1162 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes Need more good restaurants
3.905 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Need more restaurants
2.733 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Needs a Costco
2.739 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Needs a Sams Club
3.888 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Opening commercial retail stores
3.894 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Pier 1
3.924 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Residential and retail development
3.1121 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Restaurant diversity
3.39 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Restaurants
3.69 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Restaurants
3.434 12/7/2023 Riverfront Park Yes Restaurants
3.778 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Retail & residential deveopment
3.1130 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes The current Chinese food selection
3.369 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Traffic and good restaurants
3.1112 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Traffic, affordable/available housing, local vendors/restaurants
3.901 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Variety of restaurants
2.253 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes We need more restaurants
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
3.1.64 Connect Discussion Yes Attracting new business , housing affordability, keeping the small-town feel with local businesses
(not a bunch of chains), creating a free community center for residents 0 0
NA Where OV Works Comment Yes I would love to see more small businesses incentivized to open in OV. And it would be great to
have more restaurants so we don't have to drive in to Tucson to go out to eat.
NA NA
NA Where OV Works Comment Yes Workforce retention is huge. We really need to attract a next level grade of workers. The community
is currently lacking a diverse range of cultural activity, entertainment opportunities and quality
restaurants NA NA
NA How OV Develops Comment Yes Suburbia has to change. Townhomes, duplexes, condos and apartments all have smaller footprints
than a neighborhood of luxury homes. We need places TO GATHER. Currently if I want to go
somewhere, I am going to have to travel (and use gas). Stop with all the strip malls. If you're going to
build somewhere where we can have LOCAL shops (no more chains!) and restaurants , have it be
walkable for people when they're there. Also, we have enough mattress stores and nail salons.
NA NA
WHERE OV WORKS: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT / TOURISM PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
NA How OV Develops Comment Yes I think OV is a special place but I worry about the area becoming over-crowded much like Scottsdale.
I'd prefer to see less high-density housing and more higher end retail and restaurants that would
serve the community. I see far too many of my neighbors traveling up to the Phoenix / Scottsdale
area for such since there is little for them around here. We need to feel more like the foothills area
around Campbell and Ina and minimize the number of chain restaurants and big box stores.
NA NA
NA How OV Develops Comment Yes I think we need to limit or avoid high density housing. Additionally, I’m finding many of my neighbors
wondering if there will ever be higher end shopping and restaurants more local. Currently one
needs to travel to Scottsdale or La Encantada for such. There are more than enough big box stores
and chain restaurants.NA NA
NA How OV Develops Comment Yes I am so very disappointed in Oro Valleys vision regarding commercial development in the
entertainment & shopping sector. You have such opportunity to develop, design & open mid-high
end properties in The Marketplace yet what just opened there is another DOLLAR STORE....Low
End!!! Marana, our next door town has the right vision with their projects & design of projects that
are developed. The Town of Oro Valley must step it up with a sophisticated approach!! This is not
asking too much, it should be required amongst yourselves. Thank you for your time......SB
NA NA
3.1.6 Connect Discussion Yes Housing affordability. Attracting more restaurants and businesses while keeping a good balance
of opened areas and protecting wildlife. I believe is perfectly acceptable to bring apartments, to
continue with the Marketplace planned changes and a variety of new businesses. Unlike many
residents who are against anything new, I feel our community is still lacking from having a variety of
restaurants, stores and entertainment. Maintaining a good balance we could be able to have it all and
still maintain our small town feel. We just can't stop progress.
2 0
3.1.62 Connect Discussion Yes 5. Better restaurants with beautiful outdoor patio dining! Nicely designed restaurants with
more regional branding! Who wants to sit in a strip center restaurant with chairs and tables on
the front sidewalk of a parking lot. This is what to many OV restaurants have. Not the
atmosphere OV should want. 0 0
1.1.89 Connect Discussion Yes Exactly, we need to build more small shopping centers to attract shoppers from neighboring
towns but not just the same big box stores every town already has. We need specialty niche
stores and a truly unique shopping center unlike anything the neighboring towns have . Imagine
something like the Irvine Spectrum in Irvine, California in our Oro Valley Marketplace. We already
have a large retailer so instead of Target we have Walmart and we already have a movie theater there
along with some places to eat. What we're missing there is more ambiance and of course those
unique specialty stores. I'm not sure we can blame the failure of that Best Buy on Oro Valley because
big box stores all over the nation are struggling and I honestly can't remember the last time I went
inside a Best Buy....it's been since before Covid.
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3.1.62 Connect Discussion Yes PART OF A LARGER COMMENT: Marketing and a great city planner for OV to bring the right
kind of business prospects to come to our Town with sophistication! OV has so many very bad
looking standard typical strip centers! There is not enough pressure being put on the commercial
business/property owners/developers to design wonderful buildings for retail and restaurants i.e.
signage ordinances, enough landscaping, interesting regional elevations, high end art, etc. Does OV
even have guidelines like this in place? Don't cave to the developers just to have them bring their
projects to OV. Please make them adhere to high standards that OV needs to put in place!
0 0
2 0
WHERE OV WORKS: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT / TOURISM PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
Keep More Business Open/More Business Friendly
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q5 - Suggested Changes related to Economic Dev.: 24%25 / 45%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.26 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Attract clean business
3.552 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes Getting enough land and businesses in empty spaces
3.12 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Loss of business due to change of culture
3.52 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Filling empty retail space
3.29 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Bringing business
3.558 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes How to drive business traffic without selling out to giant companies
3.546 1/9/2024 Community Recreation Center Yes Encourage small, local businesses
3.582 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes More small businesses
3.1083 4/2/2024 Fruit Shack Smoothies, Bowls & Fresh Juices Yes Be more small business friendly
3.760 2/27/2024 Noble Hops Yes Water, schools, business growth, easier permitting
3.1051 3/26/2024 Oro Valley Bicycle Yes Marketing - OV is going to get bigger=more taxes. Needs to attract people and businesses.
3.1003 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Empty storefronts - more businesses
3.552 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes Getting enough land and businesses in empty spaces
2.725 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Need faster development process
3.33 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Business development
3.863 3/9/2024 Plaza Escondida Yes Finish approved project (OV Marketplace)
3.855 3/9/2024 Guns vs Hoses Kickball Tournament Yes Getting new business at OV Marketplace
3.1032 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistosos Yes Hampton at OV Marketplace
3.710 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Marketplace
3.709 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes More retail in OV marketplace
3.1040 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistosos Yes Need the village in the marketplace
3.625 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes New more retail at OV Marketplace
3.513 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes OV Marketplace thrive and be a landmark
3.317 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Utilizing the OVMP
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA Where OV Works Comment Yes I would love to see more small businesses incentivized to open in OV . And it would be great to
have more restaurants so we don't have to drive in to Tucson to go out to eat.
NA NA
NA How OV Develops Comment Yes PART OF LARGER COMMENT: Oro Valley should put concerted effort to change what
happened at Tangerine and Oracle Rd - that mall was supposed to have La Encantada type
businesses but instead we got a Walmart and other not high-end franchises. This was a failure
on the part of Oro Valley commercial business liaisons and needs to not happen again.
NA NA
NA Where OV Works Comment Yes Cities like Marana are actively recruiting small businesses and local chains into their neighborhoods.
Why aren’t we?? If OV residents are having tot ravel to neighboring municipalities to experience new
food options and support small businesses, that means all money is going there too. The number of
empty storefronts in the shopping centers here is abysmal.
NA NA
NA Where OV Works Comment Yes Companies locate in towns like Oro Valley when the (1) town leadership is fiscally responsible, (2)
when employee housing options reflect the workforce earnings ranges, (3) the school system is solid,
(4) crime is minimal, and (5) the municipal infrastructure supports commercial and residential needs
now and into the future.
NA NA
24 / 18%
WHERE OV WORKS: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT / TOURISM PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
NA Where OV Works Comment Yes The highest priority should be NOT plowing down what's left of the natural terrain for economic
development but using what's already there to the best of our ability. We have too many open
commercial properties and spaces that are wasteful. Commercial owners should be incentivized to
repurpose and improve spaces that exist today rather than build on natural desert. From the
list above, resorts that preserve and are low density, entrepreneurship, medical and health care
employment make the most sense. We don't need more traffic and retail is a dying industry.
Foothills mall renovation is a great example of repurposing and its close. We don't need to replicate
what already exists in the county and Marana. Public transportation is also a big problem. Get
hydrogen powered buses up to OV so people can get into town safely for work or play
NA NA
NA Where OV Works Discussion Yes The marketplace will never be full if the population continues to decline. Business owners are saying
they do not have enough customers currently. Some people who are priced out of living in Oro
Valley work here like police, fire, teachers etc.
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3.1.23 Connect Discussion Yes Attracting new business , housing affordability, keeping the small-town feel with local businesses
(not a bunch of chains), creating a free community center for residents
2 0
1.1.44 Connect Discussion Yes It seems like Oro Valley approves chain and fast food restaurants. I talked to a vendor who has 2
restaurants in OV and 1 in Scottsdale and I asked him why they aren't in OV. He said that all the
approvals and time delays for a business in OV make it impossible for them to open in OV.
When we moved here 10 years ago, our builder told us OV is very slow on inspections and approvals
so that usually adds 2-3 months on the home building process. Why is/was that the case?
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NA Where OV Works Discussion Yes Oro Valley can stay a unique, desirable area that cares by attracting business that support the
health and wellness of its land and residents - more places like the Western States National Park
Store, more organic grocery and food options, education organizations who can help us learn and
continue to preserve the beauty around us. These types of organizations and businesses will have
employees that need to be able to currently afford housing here. To preserve our community we
need to reduce reliance on an immense number of cars transporting people to large scale businesses
but rather promote small community living with a strong purpose of caring for our beautiful
surroundings.
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3.1.39 Connect Discussion Yes No growth at all means closed businesses , fewer businesses relocating here and a hospital that
can't be staffed.
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3.1.16 Connect Discussion Yes Broader economic pressures - inflation leading to increased expenses for the town and recession
leading to decreased revenue. How to maintain the active population needed to traffic businesses
in the community in such an environment could be a challenge.
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1.1.55 Connect Discussion Yes Yeah, I don't know how that happened! I've never seen a vacant Best Buy store anywhere else! It's
hard to run a town economy with property owners who are only here a few months per year.
We need to pay for schools, police, city services and everything else with just a fraction of the money
that other communities receive. Apartments will help to bring much-needed healthcare workers to
Oro Valley, just ask your physicians and dentists if they support this.
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NA Where OV Works Discussion Yes I know of an entity that wanted to expand its business in OV, but ultimately the decision was to
expand in Marana because the commercial building permits, taxes, overall approval process were
significantly less in Marana. We need to streamline the approval process and make it easier for
business to build here along with lowering taxes for businesses in order to attract them.
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NA Where OV Works Comment Yes Attractive tax incentives 0 0
1.1.73 Connect Discussion Yes There’s a problem with retail vacancy in the shopping centers in Oro Valley. The developers
are charging excessive rents and with online shopping becoming more popular, retailers are
finding it hard to survive; I don’t know what taxes are assessed to retailers but the developers
need to pay their share to keep businesses viable in our community.
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WHERE OV WORKS: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT / TOURISM PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
NA Where OV Works Comment Yes Creating a business-friendly environment with tax credits or deductions for specific businesses
the town hopes to target such as biotech, semi conductors, drug or technological
manufacturing facilities, etc. Providing businesses with supportive infrastructure, streamlined
regulations, and access to resources that would help them spend more time on expanding
their companies and spurring economic growth in the city.
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3.1.55 Connect Discussion Yes If we are lucky, Town West Companies will go bankrupt before they break ground instead of after.
I've never lived in a place with so many business sites that lay vacant for years , not just in the OV
Marketplace location but in all the smaller business clusters in OV, too.
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3.1.43 Connect Discussion Yes Not everyone has a car or can afford to drive. It appears that the long-delayed Marketplace Mall
redevelopment is going to proceed . This is very good news for Oro Valley.
https://www.tucsonlocalmedia.com/explorernews/news/article_be1ff302-938f-11ee-a37b-
3335e3a38b04.html
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NA How OV Develops Comment Yes Oro Valley should have planned to redevelop the OV Marketplace into a stylish Southwestern version
of San Jose’s Santana Row - retail and restaurants including a high-end grocery store on the ground
level, condos above that. Walking streets with limited auto access. It would attract people and dollars
from the greater Tucson area and be a destination for entertainment. A huge missed opportunity.
NA NA
NA Where OV Works Discussion Yes We need the Oro valley market place full 2 1
3.1.51 Connect Discussion Yes The Marketplace Mall project will proceed. Instead of wiping out valuable desert land , they
will build on existing "brownfield" land that is an eyesore.
https://www.tucsonlocalmedia.com/explorernews/news/article_be1ff302-938f-11ee-a37b-
3335e3a38b04.html
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3.1.55 Connect Discussion Yes If we are lucky, Town West Companies will go bankrupt before they break ground instead of after.
I've never lived in a place with so many business sites that lay vacant for years , not just in the OV
Marketplace location but in all the smaller business clusters in OV, too.
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3.1.56 Connect Discussion Yes I think the OV Marketplace is an eyesore ....big, brownfield site. Town West had a reasonable plan,
similar to the one being used to develop the old Foothills Mall. Yeah, in the last Town Council
meeting, they discussed all of the vacant land that was bought for business development by
speculators. Personally, I'm happy to see it remain open! The big storage unit proposed next to
Leman Academy on La Canada seems to have gone away, thankfully! Those things are nonproductive
eyesores.
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3.1.54 Connect Discussion Yes I believe that re-development of the failing Market Place Mall will be a huge challenge! I've
never seen an empty, failed Best Buy store before, and the other businesses seem to be just hanging
on, or oriented towards lower-value goods and services. Owner/Developer Town West Companies
claims to need "supplemental funds" (from Town of Oro Valley) to fulfill their vision for a full-blown,
publicly accessible entertainment district. However, Oro Valley town staff notified Town West “there
was not a desire to move forward on the public-private partnership we had indicated was needed”
for the larger recreation / entertainment district. My wife and I don't know how this stalled
development is going to move ahead, and we are facing serious competition from projects in Marana
and Tucson (Foothills Mall).
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1.1.46 Connect Discussion Yes Good comment! Malls nationwide are going through hard times, and many of these are now being
converted to other uses such as housing. The Foothills Mall just south of us on La Cholla Ave. has
been completely leveled, and they are building a new project including apartments, restaurants, and
entertainment. Our Marketplace Mall (WalMart etc.) was supposed to be redeveloped, but the
developer has had problems and now are asking Town of OV to fund some of the development
(putting the drainage wash below grade, which will cost $millions). I'm guessing that only a
small part of the original plan will ever be built unless another developer steps in.
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WHERE OV WORKS: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT / TOURISM PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
More jobs/Employment/Better Salaries
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q5 - Suggested Changes related to Economic Dev.: 8%7/ 13%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.547 1/9/2024 Community Recreation Center Yes Recruiting and attracting employers
3.543 1/9/2024 Community Recreation Center Yes Employers
3.1203 4/26/2024 Friday Night Concerts at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Higher paying jobs - industries that are the future
3.1205 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes Having jobs available
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA Where OV Works Comment Yes Think it would benefit TOV to attract higher paying jobs to TOV . However, do realize that higher
paying jobs may increase the demand for TOV housing and drive prices up. Making affordable
housing even less attainable. BUT it might support more resturants.
NA NA
3.1.5 Connect Discussion Yes Crime, congestion, high paying employers 4 1
3.1.7 Connect Discussion Yes Sustaining the low crime rate. Attracting more employers , less apartments and more homes, no
more parks and playgrounds (plenty for a 47,000 population and 1/3 seniors), another high end
restaurant, drive thru's, keep the bedroom community mentality.
4 2
1.1.111 Connect Discussion Yes Oro Valley could be a leading center for bioscience research (Roche Diagnostics), computer
technology (Honeywell Aerospace) and other high-revenue generating industries. This will
require construction of affordable housing for graduate engineers, technicians and other support
employees. https://www.chooseorovalley.com/Key-Industries/Bioscience-in-Oro-Valley
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3.1.53 Connect Discussion Yes Thanks! I lived in Green Valley before moving to OV, and saw the Green Valley Hospital close
because they could not attract doctors and nurses to live there - housing is much too expensive and
not enough options (no apartments at all). Nurses and techs came in from Rio Rico AZ. I look
forward to more youth choosing to make OV their home, and more businesses seeking to locate
here .
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1.1.123 Connect Discussion Yes As a local OV business owner and founder of a biotech firm, I like that Oro Valley is known as a
home for many high-tech and biotech businesses! I don't know if many residents are aware of the
financial contributions these companies make to our lifestyle. https://www.chooseorovalley.com/Key-
Industries/Bioscience-in-Oro-Valley
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1.1.77 Connect Discussion Yes Thanks, Tj! Budgeting and expenses are discussed in detail at Town Council meetings. Careful,
managed growth including bringing more high-quality employers (Roche, Honeywell etc.) to OV
will be a big plus. This was just announced.
https://www.tucsonlocalmedia.com/explorernews/news/article_be1ff302-938f-11ee-a37b-
3335e3a38b04.html
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Need Town Center / Town Square / Performing Arts
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q5 - Suggested Changes related to Economic Dev.: 8%6 / 11%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
2.432 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes A really fun downtown
2.726 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes A red square/plazza
3.639 2/10/2024 Cruise, BBQ & Blues at OV Marketplace Yes Developing a "Heart" or community center
3.362 11/29/2023 James D. Kreigh Park (iStroll Group) Yes Downtown area
4 / 3%
17 / 13%
WHERE OV WORKS: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT / TOURISM PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
3.1217 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes Downtown area - with more places like Savaya
3.305 11/16/2023 Stormwater Utility Commission Yes How do we establish a sense of place when we don’t have a true community town center (too much
like southern California)
3.1001 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Main Street center
3.1087 4/2/2024 Fruit Shack Smoothies, Bowls & Fresh Juices Yes Need a central area for people to gather and place for kids
2.351 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes Need a downtown OV
3.915 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Need a town center
2.915 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Need to build an amphitheater in OV
2.945 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes Performing Arts Center
3.32 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Providing venues for cultural events
2.632 3/1/2024 Comment Box - The Peak Yes Public Places, not suburbs nor strip malls
3.385 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Walkable city center
3.1126 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Want a downtown area
3.378 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes We need an OV gathering area with unique character
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA How OV Develops Comment Yes A central gathering area with shopping, etc would be great for this community. The current
Marketplace seems stalled out with nothing being publicized on what is happening. The Foothills
mall development is constantly updating the public and has stirred interest and excitement on how
this will turn out. There is no where to go in OV that is exciting, no good restaurants, no shopping at
all. Stalled out with constant chaos about high density development, which is horrible.
NA NA
3.1.11 Connect Discussion Yes Developing a greater sense of community by developing a central square concept as is found
throughout Europe. A central meeting place with great restaurants, pubs, and small retail shops.
Oro Valley Marketplace would be a good option for such a concept. The current plan for apartments
and hotels at the Marketplace would simply increase congestion and pollution.
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1.1.45 Connect Discussion Yes Having no "center of town" is a huge problem. OV seems to have tried to make Steam Pump
Ranch an area for various events and also the Marketplace with art shows and the lighting of the OV
Christmas tree. However, someone has missed the mark on attracting people to these area
consistently. The opening of Van Gogh event in the Marketplace brought people to the area and the
area restaurants. That was a great strategy. Why can't planning revolve around revitalizing that area
BEFORE we build apartments and hotels that can support the interest of that area? I come from an
area outside of Chicago that has events to incorporate the community, such as Scarecrow Festival. A
fall festival that has families, businesses and organizations(girl scouts, churches, etc) that have
scarecrow competition around the town, with all sorts of events with food, storytelling for kids, music,
etc. With the way OV has developed, I am not sure how you would try to develop community
traditions that everyone looks forward to each year.
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NA How OV Develops Discussion Yes I would like to see development of a “downtown” in OV . There are a number of strip malls (Fry’s,
Trader Joe’s, Sprouts), but no walkable, shop-dine areas where the community can gather without
cars/large parking lots.
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1.1.43 Connect Discussion Yes The vacancies in a lack of a “center of town” really turned us off initially when we moved here in
2018. We’ve lived in several cities and towns in the US and elsewhere, and loved walk, ability, and
access to shopping and government at the same time in the same space. It’s possible in Oro Valley if
we really manage the use of space. Several opportunities exist for a center of town. We will also want
to think carefully about public transportation options for all ages, we need to bring the town
together. My concern was that for a time Oro Valley just looked like a bunch of strip malls and that’s
not a draw.
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WHERE OV WORKS: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT / TOURISM PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
3.1.76 Connect Discussion Yes They tried to create that central gathering place at the marketplace —including the
hotels/apartments. People didn’t think having an entertainment district was important or essential.
“Why would you want a stage area or playground where you shop?” “Who wants to listen to music in
a shopping center” these were some of the ridiculous arguments.
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Other Economic Development Suggestions
No Survey Comparison Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
7 / 13%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.993 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Business hours extended
3.1264 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Economic growth is critical
3.786 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Fix the market
3.821 3/6/2024 Roche Tissues Diagnostics Yes Identifying the right businesses to support (no more storage units)
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA Where OV Works Comment Yes The success of businesses is not the responsibility of the city. Businesses need to find out if what they
offer is a good match for the location. At Oro Valley Marketplace, Walmart and several restaurants
have no problem attracting customers. If a business is a good fit, it will do well in Oro Valley.
NA NA
NA Where OV Works Comment Yes pursue partnership with UArizona on entrepreneurship (by learning from the Bay Area), with a key
argument that OV provides the best location to attract talents for its environment, high-quality K-12
schools, and still affordable housing.
NA NA
NA Where OV Works Comment Yes The present economic development strategy ignores one of the major (perhaps the major)
economic drivers in the community, retirees who choose to relocate to Oro Valley . When they
do that, they bring money they earned and saved outside the community, including retirement
accounts, pensions and social security benefits, and spend it here. That’s a major benefit to the local
economy and causes many service providers to locate here.
NA NA
NA Where OV Works Comment Yes I so appreciate Hal Bergsma's comments about retirees and their economic contributions to the
community. And he has a good suggestion about OV becoming an AARP Age-Friendly Community
NA NA
NA Where OV Works Comment Yes 1st & foremost, what is OV even known for? What is our identity/brand that would interest people in
coming here?? We don't have a "food scene", we don't have fun/quirky shops, we don't have
consistent architectural style, etc...we just have big box & strip malls (many empty) like most other
towns. What makes us unique? You have to "be" something to attract tourists and businesses.
IMO, we need to start at the beginning & figure out our identity before all else.
NA NA
NA Where OV Works Comment Yes
Businesses do their own due-diligence to determine where to locate. While additional bed tax would
be great, we don't need more hotels. Oro Valley is not a vacation destination. The historic Steam
Pump Ranch - which had potential for tourism - is now surrounded by chain restaurants, self-storage,
a school... Opportunity lost. We're too far from I-10 for any type of manufacturing industry. I don't
recall any prospective business leads in the Economic Development report that have been successful.
It's been 9 years since we bought golf and the CC but we still don't know who our golf customers
& CC members are & where they are from. Maybe a Market Manager is needed.
NA NA
4 / 3%
WHERE OV WORKS: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT / TOURISM PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
NA Where OV Works Comment Yes No small professional office complexes please. Waste of money. According to bls.gov , During
the COVID-19 pandemic, the shift to remote work saw a significant increase across various sectors.
According to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, between July and September 2021, 13%
of all U.S. private sector jobs involved teleworking full time, and an additional 9% involved
teleworking some of the time. It was noted that around 33% of establishments increased telework for
some or all employees during the pandemic. This adjustment was part of broader changes to
maintain operations while limiting in-person contact among employees"
(https://www.bls.gov/opub/mlr/2022/article/telework-during-the-covid-19-pandemic.htm).
NA NA
WHERE OV WORKS: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT / TOURISM PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
PRIORITIES FOR EMPLOYMENT / INDUSTRY TYPES
Medical /health care employment
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q15 - Economic Development Priorities: 69%2 / 15%
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA Where OV Works Comment Yes First three only:
Medical/health care employment
Research/technical parks.
Hotels/resorts.
We have all three and they seem to be working quite well, unless I am missing something. Medical is
always needed and always booming. Hotels and resorts bring outside revenue. Technical parks
attract younger and sophisticated people to our community.
NA NA
NA Where OV Works Comment Yes The highest priority should be NOT plowing down what's left of the natural terrain for economic
development but using what's already there to the best of our ability. We have too many open
commercial properties and spaces that are wasteful. Commercial owners should be incentivized to
repurpose and improve spaces that exist today rather than build on natural desert. From the list
above, resorts that preserve and are low density, entrepreneurship, medical and health care
employment make the most sense. We don't need more traffic and retail is a dying industry.
Foothills mall renovation is a great example of repurposing and its close. We don't need to replicate
what already exists in the county and Marana. Public transportation is also a big problem. Get
hydrogen powered buses up to OV so people can get into town safely for work or play
NA NA
Workforce Attraction and Retention
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q15 - Economic Development Priorities: 64%4/ 31%
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA Where OV Works Comment Yes Workforce retention is huge. We really need to attract a next level grade or workers . The
community is currently lacking a diverse range of cultural activity, entertainment opportunities and
quality restaurants
NA NA
NA Where OV Works Comment Yes OV is becoming increasingly attractive to younger generations looking for a safe and beautiful place
to live that still has access to city amenities. However we are lacking the higher level employment
opportunities for those young (late 20/early 30) professionals. We should be leveraging commercial
space that is sitting empty to make it attractive for career options vs more minimum wage
roles (where people making that can’t afford to live out here).
NA NA
NA Where OV Works Comment Yes I agree, but housing here is already too high for most young professionals! I don't know many young
engineers (for example) who can afford a $500,000 tract home in OV, even with a generous salary.
Also, mortgage rates are ruinous. We need a mix of high-quality apartments, properly managed,
to foster a "business incubation" mentality , or else Oro Valley will end up like Green Valley
(average age = 72.9 years). There are no businesses of consequence in Green Valley except for the
copper mines.
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0 / 0%
0 / 0%
WHERE OV WORKS: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT / TOURISM PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
NA Where OV Works Comment Yes You need a robust and healthy services and entertainment eco-system to support the folks living near
their work. Most people want to work close to home and have services within a 15 minute drive from
home such as your dentist, PCP, favorite restaurant, favorite boutique, grocery store, etc. To support
those working in those types of environments you need affordable housing options. The most
sustainable and healthy communities have diverse residents and businesses that allow for the full
spectrum of generations to coexist. So to get these types of companies and the residents that
would work at these companies you have to have housing and jobs to attract those that would
make up the support ecosystem.
NA NA
Entrepreneurship
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q15 - Economic Development Priorities: 60%1 / 8%
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA Where OV Works Comment Yes The highest priority should be NOT plowing down what's left of the natural terrain for economic
development but using what's already there to the best of our ability. We have too many open
commercial properties and spaces that are wasteful. Commercial owners should be incentivized to
repurpose and improve spaces that exist today rather than build on natural desert. From the list
above, resorts that preserve and are low density, entrepreneurship , medical and health care
employment make the most sense. We don't need more traffic and retail is a dying industry.
Foothills mall renovation is a great example of repurposing and its close. We don't need to replicate
what already exists in the county and Marana. Public transportation is also a big problem. Get
hydrogen powered buses up to OV so people can get into town safely for work or play
NA NA
Research/Technical Parks
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q15 - Economic Development Priorities: 59%4 / 31%
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA Where OV Works Comment Yes First three only:
Medical/health care employment
Research/technical parks.
Hotels/resorts.
We have all three and they seem to be working quite well, unless I am missing something. Medical is
always needed and always booming. Hotels and resorts bring outside revenue. Technical parks
attract younger and sophisticated people to our community.
NA NA
NA How OV Develops Comment Yes The Innovation Park Road needs to be advertised to bring in more companies like Ventana
Medical / Roche . Stop bringing in Walmart type businesses that kill the rest of the commercial style
that we want - we want La Encantada - it is thriving, but OV Market Place is losing businesses. Town
needs to look at development opportunities available - limited due to limited land left to annex and
the other areas are restricted due to view sheds or flood erosion hazards, so be smart and push for
more development that generates bigger tax base that secures the Town's future - when all will be
mostly build out and * * * * * town will need money to fund road, utility, park enhancements, and
storm drain maintenance. * * * * * Be prudent and change zoning master plan to prioritize fiscal
responsibility and protect the view sheds, riparian floodplain, and natural beauty of the Town
NA NA
0 / 0%
0 / 0%
WHERE OV WORKS: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT / TOURISM PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
NA Where OV Works Discussion Yes The University of Arizona Center for Innovation development has expansive property and is the home
of several high-tech startups and medical facilities. New businesses are likely to be knowledge-
based rather than old-fashioned manufacturing.
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2.2.2 Connect Discussion Yes A tech/biomed employment center set in a scenic, clean, low-crime destination that welcomes
visitors by offering outstanding weather, beautiful scenery, safe public spaces, state-of-the-art
meeting facilities, and a wide variety of outdoor, optimal recreation options.
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Small professional office complexes
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q15 - Economic Development Priorities: 48%1 / 8%
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA Where OV Works Comment Yes
Small professional office complexes. The scale makes sense for the size of the city and fits with the
employment needs of the area. Opportunities for professionals to work in the area would be
welcome and would support employment retention
NA NA
Light industry/manufacturing
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q15 - Economic Development Priorities: 44%1 / 8%
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA Where OV Works Comment Yes Light duty and manufacturing expansion . We are running out of land in Oro Valley for these types
businesses to buy and build. They will take their business to Marana and OV will lose out on these
jobs. We need to diversify our work force so we have an long term strong economy.
NA NA
0 / 0%
0 / 0%
WHERE OV WORKS: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT / TOURISM PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
TOURISM PRIORITIES
Visitor and Tourist Attractions
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q15 - Economic Development Priorities: 51%5 / 42%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.587 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Become a destination
2.889 4/9/2024 Panera/Chipotle Yes Tourist spot of Southern AZ
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA Where OV Works Discussion Yes More outdoor events. It would be wonderful to have a farmers market several times a week. Someone
on another forum suggested a recurring food truck event and I think it's a wonderful idea. We
certainly have the space to host an event like this in the OV Marketplace. If we want to attract
people from other neighboring cities to shop and visit we should focus more on events. I don't
travel to the neighboring cities myself unless there's a unique event.
2 0
NA Where OV Works Discussion Yes Good places to eat, high end restaurants, ice-cream places, kids and youth activities - sport
events, community events, Wellness retreats, destress activities indoor and outdoor
1 0
NA Where OV Works Discussion Yes Some more live music venues and better places to eat. 1 0
NA Where OV Works
Discussion Yes We have enough with snowbirds 0 3
NA Where OV Works Discussion Yes Establish working relationships with tech/defense/biomed associations to encourage business
meetings and conventions to choose OV
0 0
4 3
Hotels/resorts
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q15 - Economic Development Priorities: 41%7 / 58%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
2.352 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes More hotels
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA Where OV Works Comment Yes First three only:
Medical/health care employment
Research/technical parks.
Hotels/resorts.
We have all three and they seem to be working quite well, unless I am missing something. Medical is
always needed and always booming. Hotels and resorts bring outside revenue . Technical parks
attract younger and sophisticated people to our community.
NA NA
NA Where OV Works Comment Yes Priorities should only include: Medical/health care employment, Research/technical
parks.Hotels/resorts.
NA NA
NA Where OV Works Discussion Yes Encourage the development of more high-end resorts like Miraval and Ritz Carlton. Supplement
this with a high-end shopping, dining and entertainment district that is superior to La Encantada.
1 0
1 / 33%
2 / 66%
WHERE OV WORKS: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT / TOURISM PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
NA How OV Develops Comment Yes Please avoid the development of high density housing. Any new residential development should be
appealing to the highest income levels. High-end resort development would also bring long-
lasting economic activity, especially if it is paired with a high-end luxury shopping and dining
district that surpasses La Encantada. Something like Kierland in Scottsdale would be a boom to our
economic activity, while attracting a high-income demographic to support tax revenues.
NA NA
NA Where OV Works Comment Yes Really don't think Oro Valley is the place for any of what you are proposing. Except for a Hotel /
Resort that is upscale in quality and design. Light Industrial and Manufacturing in OV? No ! You are
describing Marana off the I 10 .
NA NA
NA Where OV Works Comment Yes The highest priority should be NOT plowing down what's left of the natural terrain for economic
development but using what's already there to the best of our ability. We have too many open
commercial properties and spaces that are wasteful. Commercial owners should be incentivized to
repurpose and improve spaces that exist today rather than build on natural desert. From the list
above, resorts that preserve and are low density , entrepreneurship, medical and health care
employment make the most sense. We don't need more traffic and retail is a dying industry.
Foothills mall renovation is a great example of repurposing and its close. We don't need to replicate
what already exists in the county and Marana. Public transportation is also a big problem. Get
hydrogen powered buses up to OV so people can get into town safely for work or play
NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Comment Yes Maintain views of the mountains, because otherwise, we're just Phoenix. Protect the natural
landscape and beauty, because this is what makes OV special. Limit further residential development
and avoid all high-density housing. Encourage development of more 5-star resorts to bring
economic activity, which in turn can support higher end retail and dining options.
NA NA
1 0
Favorite Destinations
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA Where OV Works Discussion Yes Catalina State Park, Vistoso Trails Nature Preserve, Tubac, Local Art Festivals, Gem Show, Oracal,
Desert Museum, Tohono Chul, Fox Theatre, Arizona Theatre Company, Tucson Rodeo, Golfing
(seldom at El Con), 4th Avenue,
0 0
NA Where OV Works Discussion Yes Catalina State Park, certainly. Honeybee Canyon and Linda Vista for hiking. Tohono Chul. The
National Parks Store. Hiking in the Tortolitas. We also take guests into the city, the missions at San
Xavier and Tumacocori, Tubac, the UofA, Fourth Avenue and DT Tucson.
0 0
NA Where OV Works Discussion Yes Biosphere is always a big hit, Desert Museum, Time Machine, Catalina State Park 0 0
NA Where OV Works Discussion Yes Arizona Sonora Desert Museum, Saguaro National Park 0 0
NA Where OV Works Discussion Yes We enjoy the farmer market, events at the Oro Valley Marketplace, bird watching, some restaurants
in addition to the hiking places mentioned above
0 0
NA Where OV Works Discussion Yes Catalina state park , 4 th ave, Ted de grazia museum, Barrio walk, Farmers market, live music
somewhere , Tumerico Restaurant, Sabino Canyon, Bisbee
0 0
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WHERE OV PLAYS: ELEMENTS LIKED BEST / MOST VALUED
Parks/Recreation/Outdoor Activities
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage
Q1 - Element Liked Most: 10%11 / 8%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
1.242 11/7/2023 Planning and Zoning Commission Yes A great place to hike and bike
1.1408 5/17/2024 Battle of the Bands Yes Access to things, pickleball & parks, bike paths, quiet, safe
1.908 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes All the recreation, paths/hikes
1.1459 5/20/2024 El Conquistador Patio Homes HOA Yes Amenities
1.658 1/9/2024 CRC Booth Yes Aquatic Center and Rec Center swimming pool
1.1432 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Big soccer fields splash pad
1.1247 4/9/2024 Panera/Chipotle Yes Bike friendly
1.661 2/10/2024 Cruise, BBQ and Blues at OV Marketplace Yes Catalina State Park
1.321 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Clean Outdoor activities
1.398 11/29/2023 James D. Kreigh Park (iStroll Groups) Yes Clean parks
1.347 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Community assets (restaurants, golf, community recreation center)
1.1352 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes Community Center
1.322 11/14/2023 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Yes Community center
1.1246 4/9/2024 Panera/Chipotle Yes Community Center
1.571 1/9/2024 CRC Booth Yes Community Center
1.75 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Community center
1.1299 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Community events
1.961 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Community Rec center
1.561 1/9/2024 CRC Booth Yes Community Rec opportunities
1.559 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Community, views, parks, schools
1.1263 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes CRC
1.723 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Excellent access to recreation, medical shops, food
1.340 11/16/2023 Stormwater Utility Commission Yes Excellent biking
1.1460 5/20/2024 El Conquistador Patio Homes HOA Yes Friendly, attractive accommodations handy parks, beauty
1.1452 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Fun skatepark
1.1428 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Go swimming
1.22 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Golf
1.811 3/6/2024 Roche Tissue Diagnostics Yes Golf
1.880 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Golf
1.76 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Golf sources
1.1060 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Great outdoors, lots to do, police protection
1.846 3/9/2024 Guns vs. Hoses Kickball Tournament Yes Hiking & beautiful nature
1.376 11/26/2023 Honeybee Trailhead Yes Honeybee Canyon
1.379 11/26/2023 Honeybee Trailhead Yes Honeybee Canyon
1.573 1/9/2024 CRC Booth Yes I like that you have multiple sports like art, karate, gym, tennis and swimming.
1.599 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes I like the parks
1.330 11/14/2023 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Yes Lots of outdoor activities
1.989 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Low crime, lots of biking & hiking
1.1275 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes More kid friendly park activities
1.416 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Mountain biking
1.358 3/1/2024 Comment Box - CRC Yes Mt. Views, Safety, Rec Center, Outdoor opportunities
1.1347 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes Naranja Park
1.1442 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Naranja Park
1.491 12/14/203 Volunteer Reception Dinner Yes Naranja park
1.982 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Naranja Park
1.1449 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Naranja Park (mostly splash pad)
1.1394 5/7/2024 La Hacienda Restaurant Yes Naranja Park improvements
1.852 3/9/2024 Guns vs. Hoses Kickball Tournament Yes Natural beauty & parks
1.432 12/4/2023 Historic Preservation Commission Yes Nature and recreation (hiking and biking)
1.73 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Opportunities for outdoor recreation and fitness
Events: Total / Percentage
113 / 12%
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WHERE OV PLAYS: ELEMENTS LIKED BEST / MOST VALUED
1.889 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Oro Valley Preserve Park! & Loop
1.756 2/27/2024 Noble Hops Yes Outdoor living
1.232 11/7/2023 Planning and Zoning Commission Yes Outdoor recreation
1.981 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Outdoors
1.1360 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes OV Country Club
1.1264 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes OVAC
1.1412 5/17/2024 Battle of the Bands Yes OVCC
1.710 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes OVCC
1.1453 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Park & Green areas
1.1268 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Parks
1.1269 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Parks
1.1281 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Parks
1.1282 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Parks
1.1414 5/17/2024 Battle of the Bands Yes Parks
1.1416 5/17/2024 Battle of the Bands Yes Parks
1.39 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Parks
1.444 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes Parks
1.451 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes Parks
1.600 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes Parks
1.640 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes Parks
1.836 3/6/2024 Roche Tissue Diagnostics Yes Parks
1.1041 3/27/2024 Sun City Community Forum Yes Parks & Rec.
1.1295 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Parks and Bike Paths
1.527 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Parks and things to do
1.8450 3/9/2024 Guns vs. Hoses Kickball Tournament Yes Parks!
1.1272 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Parks, paths, safe, beautiful nature
1.1398 5/7/2024 La Hacienda Restaurant Yes Parks, pickleball
1.493 12/14/2023 Volunteer Reception Dinner Yes Pickleball
1.530 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Pickleball courts in Naranja
1.550 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Pusch Ridge Golf Course and El Conquistador
1.316 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Recreation
1.67 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Recreation facilities
1.12 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Recreation opportunities
1.16 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Recreation opportunities
1.324 11/14/2023 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Yes Recreation Opportunities
1.6 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Recreation opportunities
1.72 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Recreation opportunities
1.487 12/14/2023 Volunteer Reception Dinner Yes Safety Biking (flat), Hiking, Golf
1.1435 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Safety cleanliness Naranja Park expansion
1.568 1/9/2024 CRC Booth Yes Security, Community facilities (tennis program is awesome), Education for kids
1.1349 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes Soccer
1.1429 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Splash pad
1.1430 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Splash pad
1.1437 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Splash pad
1.1265 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Swimming - diversity
1.363 1/9/2024 CRC Booth Yes Swimming pools
1.566 1/9/2024 CRC Booth Yes Tennis
1.572 1/9/2024 CRC Booth Yes Tennis
1.540 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes That you can swim
1.619 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes The community & parks
1.494 12/14/2023 Volunteer Reception Dinner Yes The future of Naranja Park
1.1374 4/25/2024 Starbucks Yes The hiking
1.477 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes The parks
1.854 3/9/2024 Guns vs. Hoses Kickball Tournament Yes The parks
1.975 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes The views and hiking
1.463 12/7/2023 Riverfront Park Yes They have a lot of fields
1.43 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Trails
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WHERE OV PLAYS: ELEMENTS LIKED BEST / MOST VALUED
1.404 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Views and parks
1.973 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Views rec. areas
1.885 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Views, biking
1.464 12/7/2023 Riverfront Park Yes Wellness and active lifestyle
1.646 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes Zipline
1.647 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes Zipline
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
1.1.3 Connect Discussion Yes We have a lovely community with a "layback" lifestyle. People who live here are happy and truly enjoy the many amenities available to
them. Our parks are lovely . Our paths are many. And you feel safe in Oro Valley. This is a good place to be.
10 0
1.1.63 Connect Discussion Yes Safety, views, quality of homes, access to biking, hiking and other recreational activities , quality of roads, OVPD and other public
services.
3 0
1.1.62 Connect Discussion Yes I feel comfortable walking my neighborhood .3 0
1.1.51 Connect Discussion Yes Natural beauty, open space, views, dark skies, recreational amenities , and responsible/controlled development under the leadership of
Mayor Joe Windfield.
1 2
1.1.124 Connect Discussion Yes I like it’s a family friendly city, the parks and the kids outdoor activities , but still need more, like baseball fields.1 0
1.1.96 Connect Discussion Yes What I like best about Oro Valley are the excellent recreational opportunities. First, the bicycling infrastructure. The Canada Del
Oro (CDO) bike path, along with the wide bike lanes on most roadways make it a wonderful place for biking. The proximity to
Catalina State Park and other hiking trailheads is also great. The Recreation Center and Aquatic Center are both wonderful
facilities as well. The golf courses, parks and proximity to outdoor open space (AZ trust land) are great to have nearby.
1 0
1.1.129 Connect Discussion Yes I love how clean it is, the outdoor activities, the Vistoso Nature Preserve, and the parks .0 0
1.1.125 Connect Discussion Yes I like the available outdoors activities you can do, how clean is kept, the mountain view. I love to walk my dog and enjoy the weather and
the views.
0 0
1.1.128 Connect Discussion Yes Safety and security of the Community and outdoor activities 0 0
1.1.68 Connect Discussion Yes Safety is the first on the list and then would be it's kept up and maintained in all areas such as roads, parks , and public buildings. 0 0
1.1.127 Connect Discussion Yes The weather, views, nearby outdoor activities 0 0
19 2
Bicycle/Walking Paths/Trails
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage
Q1 - Element Liked Most: 2%8 / 6%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
1.726 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Art & paths
1.336 11/16/2023 Stormwater Utility Commission Yes Best bike lanes and pavement management
1.1448 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Bike & walk friendly
1.1421 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Bike lanes
1.62 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Bike lanes
1.529 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Bike Path
1.1036 3/26/2024 Oro Valley Bicycle Yes Bike path & loop
1.1037 3/26/2024 Oro Valley Bicycle Yes Bike path & loop
1.565 1/9/2024 CRC Booth Yes Bike Path!
1.49 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Bike paths
1.50 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Bike paths
1.707 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Bike Paths
1.676 2/17/2024 Cold Beer & Cheeseburgers Yes Bike paths
1.570 1/9/2024 CRC Booth Yes Bike paths
1.574 1/9/2024 CRC Booth Yes Bike Paths
1.518 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Bike paths
1.528 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Bike Paths
1.489 12/14/2023 Volunteer Reception Dinner Yes Bike Paths
1.363 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Bike paths
1.1305 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Bike paths & parks
1.349 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Bike paths and connectivity
Events: Total / Percentage
60 / 6%
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WHERE OV PLAYS: ELEMENTS LIKED BEST / MOST VALUED
1.433 12/4/2023 Historic Preservation Commission Yes Bike paths and lanes
1.623 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Bike trails
1.39 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Bikes and walking paths
1.29 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Biking and hiking opportunity
1.675 2/17/2024 Cold Beer & Cheeseburgers Yes Close to Mountain and access to trails
1.639 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes Community and all the things to do like trails
1.1057 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Hiking
1.369 11/21/2023 Budget and Finance Commission Yes Hiking
1.458 12/7/2023 Riverfront Park Yes Hiking
1.850 3/9/2024 Guns vs. Hoses Kickball Tournament Yes Hiking
1.979 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Hiking & biking
1.1034 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistoso Yes Hiking trails
1.986 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Hiking, biking, walking
1.955 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Like hiking & biking trails. Could use occasional porta-potties & a few benches
1.765 3/1/2024 Comment Box - CRC Yes Mountain trails
1.971 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Multi-use paths (connectivity between OV neighborhoods)
1.508 12/15/2023 OV Public Library Yes Natural beauty, bike paths
1.889 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Oro Valley Preserve Park! & Loop
1.1295 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Parks and Bike Paths
1.1387 5/1/2024 Comment Box Dental Group Yes Paths, schools, safety
1.1008 3/19/2024 College of Veterinary Medicine Yes Quiet, views, trails, weather
1.851 3/9/2024 Guns vs. Hoses Kickball Tournament Yes The art & trails
1.636 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes The bike path
1.847 3/9/2024 Guns vs. Hoses Kickball Tournament Yes The hiking trails
1.1266 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes The loop
1.410 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes The mountain bike trails
1.1427 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes The multi use path, the available stores, the parks - especially Naranja dog park
1.408 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes The pathways along busy roads
1.495 12/14/2023 Volunteer Reception Dinner Yes The sidewalks and wild life
1.43 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Trails
1.700 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Trails
1.895 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Trails & parks
1.984 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Trails & views
1.358 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Trails and paths
1.590 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle Yes Trails outdoor connection with community
1.1434 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Trails, parks, community events, safety
1.510 12/15/2023 OV Public Library Yes Views, bike-walking paths
1.74 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Walking and biking trails
1.899 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Walking trails
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
1.1.3 Connect Discussion Yes We have a lovely community with a "layback" lifestyle. People who live here are happy and truly enjoy the many amenities available to
them. Our parks are lovely. Our paths are many . And you feel safe in Oro Valley. This is a good place to be.
10 0
1.1.97 Connect Discussion Yes OV is a great place to live. Walking trails (paved and unpaved), cycling opportunities, sufficient retail and restaurants in OV and nearby,
a strong sense of safety. I do have a question about whether a paved walking/cycling path on Naranja from La Canada to First Ave is
planned near term or long term. I think Naranja would have been a better candidate for this type of path than the recently completed path
on the west side of La Canada. There was already a sidewalk the full length of La Canada on the east side but Naranja has no such path.
3 0
1.1.26 Connect Discussion Yes Open spaces, Walking trails, bicycle trails good streets and friendly people.6 0
1.1.52 Connect Discussion Yes I love the natural beauty of Oro Valley- the trails for biking, and trails in state parks for hiking . I also really like the variety of grocery
stores and restaurants in Oro Valley.
4 0
1.1.53 Connect Discussion Yes 1) Safety, 2) Natural beauty, 3) Well-maintained, accessible public spaces (bike / pedestrian paths, parks, hiking), 4) Accessible services
(post office, library, grocery, gas, restaurants), 5) Friendly people engaged in the local community.
3 0
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WHERE OV PLAYS: ELEMENTS LIKED BEST / MOST VALUED
1.1.97 Connect Discussion Yes OV is a great place to live. Walking trails (paved and unpaved), cycling opportunities, sufficient retail and restaurants in OV and nearby,
a strong sense of safety. I do have a question about whether a paved walking/cycling path on Naranja from La Canada to First Ave is
planned near term or long term. I think Naranja would have been a better candidate for this type of path than the recently completed path
on the west side of La Canada. There was already a sidewalk the full length of La Canada on the east side but Naranja has no such path.
3 0
1.1.48 Connect Discussion Yes The walking and bike paths. It is safe for athletics, as well as regular walking for people of all ages.3 0
1.1.133 Connect Discussion Yes The paved multiuse paths 0 0
32 0
Events/Things to Do
No Ssurvey Comparison Online: Total / Percentage
1 / 1%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
1.407 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Activities and things to do
1.1348 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes All the amenities here
1.374 11/26/2023 Honeybee Trailhead Yes Community events
1.985 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Community events
1.367 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Cultural activities
1.1279 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Events
1.1280 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Events
1.972 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Family friendly events
1.327 11/14/2023 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Yes Family oriented events
1.1020 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Fun family events
1.1289 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Mountains and fun events
1.659 2/10/2024 Cruise, BBQ and Blues at OV Marketplace Yes Public events
1.303 11/13/2023 Water Utility Commission Yes Something for everyone
1.351 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Things to do
1.882 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Things to do!
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
1.1.57 Connect Discussion Yes The traffic level is great (coming from someone who moved from Florida). Also, the number of events in the area and the "town"
atmosphere.1 0
Events: Total / Percentage
15 / 2%
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WHERE OV PLAYS: WAYS TO DESCRIBE ORO VALLEY
As an outdoor and recreational community
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percent
Q4 - Describing OV: 74%3 / 7%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
2.52 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Active community
2.298 11/21/2023 Budget and Finance Commission Yes Activities
2.943 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes Activities & hiking
2.1016 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Basketball & Tennis court & volleyball
2.517 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes Bike path at Rams Canyon
2.250 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Bike paths
2.392 12/9/2023 2nd Saturdays at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Bike paths
2.997 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Bike paths
2.637 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Bike paths & hiking
2.638 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Bike paths & hiking
2.846 3/26/2024 Oro Valley Bicycle Yes Bike riding
2.640 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Biking
2.355 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes Biking Paths
2.401 12/14/2023 Volunteer Reception Dinner Yes Biking, hiking and golf
2.320 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Catalina State Park
2.562 2/15/2024 Harvest on La Canada Yes Catalina State Park
2.561 2/15/2024 Harvest on La Canada Yes Catalina State Park!
2.324 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Community center
2.582 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Community Pool
2.359 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes Enjoyable Outdoor Spaces
2.53 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Fitness
2.728 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Friendly walkable
2.710 3/12/2024 Street Taco & Beer Co. Yes Golf
2.942 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes Golf & Fun
2.685 3/8/2024 OVAC Swim meet Yes Great athletic facilities
2.552 2/10/2024 Cruise, BBQ & Blues at OV Marketplace Yes Great recreation Catalina State Park!
2.509 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Happy, friendly, not overcrowded, parks
2.269 11/14/2023 Parks and Rec Advisory Board Yes Healthy lifestyle, activity, and nature
2.567 2/17/2024 Cold Beer & Cheeseburgers Yes Hikes
2.571 2/17/2024 Cold Beer & Cheeseburgers Yes Hikes
2.958 4/25/2024 Starbucks Yes Hiking
2.694 3/9/2024 Guns vs. Hoses Kickball Tournament Yes Hiking & biking trails
2.970 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes Hiking & trails
2.1012 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Hiking, great parks nice area to walk
2.789 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Its skatepark
2.317 11/29/2023 James D. Kreigh Park (iStroll Group) Yes Kid play zone in CRC during slow times
2.888 4/9/2024 Panera/Chipotle Yes Mild winter and awesome hikes!
2.329 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Naranja Park
2.278 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Out door fun
2.258 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Outdoor activities
2.325 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Outdoor activities
2.969 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes Outdoor activities
2.287 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Outdoor everything
2.345 12/4/2023 Historic Preservation Commission Yes Outdoor opportunities, fitness, mental and physical well-being
2.43 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Outdoor recreation
2.297 11/21/2023 Budget and Finance Commission Yes Outdoors
2.1010 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Outside "Loop"
2.542 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes OV Park
2.737 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Park preservation
2.859 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Parks
2.860 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Parks
94 / 14%
Event: Total / Percent
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2.647 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Parks & natural beauty
2.900 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Parks & Nature
2.729 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Parks & Rec
2.646 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Parks & wildlife
2.27 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Parks and recreation
2.327 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Parks and services
2.1007 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Parks, low crime, nice people
2.584 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Paths
2.358 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes Pathways
2.597 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Pickleball
2.871 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Pickleball
2.25 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Provides outdoor recreation
2.5 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Recreation
2.286 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Recreation
2.1005 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Recreation - safe streets
2.11 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Recreation and environment
2.20 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Recreation for families
2.8 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Recreation opportunities
2.374 12/9/2023 2nd Saturdays at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Recreation opportunities
2.289 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Safe bicycling infrastructure
2.400 12/14/2023 Volunteer Reception Dinner Yes Safe bike paths and Loop access
2.686 3/8/2024 OVAC Swim meet Yes Safe community & sports destination
2.722 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Safe hiking Biking
2.583 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Safety of outdoor activities
2.395 12/14/2023 Volunteer Reception Dinner Yes Safety, recreation, friends
2.357 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes Soccer Fields
2.1008 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Sports
2.1009 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Sports
2.1000 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Sports
2.806 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Sports teams
2.303 11/26/2023 Honeybee Trailhead Yes The Aquatic Center
2.962 4/25/2024 Starbucks Yes The Hiking
2.890 4/9/2024 Panera/Chipotle Yes The Loop
2.999 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Their pump tracks it's so popular on its first day!
2.750 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Trails & less HOA
2.24 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Values outdoor recreation
2.935 4/18/2024 Gaslight Music Hall Yes Vistoso Preserve
2.1014 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Volley ball
2.1006 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Volley ball & tennis court
2.1003 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Volley ball & tennis court
2.1017 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Volleyball court & using current space of Naranja
2.373 12/7/2023 Riverfront Park Yes Walking and biking
2.936 4/18/2024 Gaslight Music Hall Yes Walking trails
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
2.2.2 Connect Discussion Yes A tech/biomed employment center set in a scenic, clean, low-crime destination that welcomes visitors by offering outstanding weather,
beautiful scenery, safe public spaces, state-of-the-art meeting facilities, and a wide variety of outdoor, optimal recreation options .
6 0
2.2.8 Connect Discussion Yes Oro Valley should be known for low density housing with great roads, great police and fire, great parks, pedestrian friendly, quick and
easy access to the stores that we want, and unobstructed views of Pusch Ridge. We definitely don’t need more apartments. Traffic is bad
enough.
6 0
2.2.10 Connect Discussion Yes Safe, friendly community with ready access to nature and activities (bike / pedestrian paths, parks, hiking, recreation facilities). 3 0
15 0
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For its events and things to do
No Survey Comparison Online: Total / Percent
0 / 0%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
2.413 12/15/2023 OV Public Libarary Yes Activities and community events!
2.946 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes Always something to do
2.500 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes Entertainment
2.294 11/21/2023 Budget and Finance Commission Yes Fun
2.537 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes Fun
2.833 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistoso Yes New things to do
2.242 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Place to do things
Event: Total / Percent
7 / 1%
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Suggested Rec Activities and Amenities
No Survey Comparison Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
15 / 50%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.374 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Petting Zoo
3.688 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Additional dog parks
3.1267 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Baseball field
2.741 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Ice Rink!
2.315 11/29/2023 James D. Kreigh Park (iStroll Group) Yes Indoor playground
1.877 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Indoor pool (need)
3.381 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes More adaptive recreation programs for people with disabilities
2.749 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes More kid friendly development (indoor playground)
2.891 4/9/2024 Panera/Chipotle Yes More parks in general
2.971 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes More pickleball
2.972 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes More pickleball
3.332 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes More pickleball
3.326 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes More pickleball courts
3.1077 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes More pickleball courts
3.1266 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes More pickleball courts
3.438 12/7/2023 Riverfront Park Yes More recreation in Oro Valley (Rollerskating)
2.892 4/9/2024 Panera/Chipotle Yes More skate parks
3.437 12/7/2023 Riverfront Park Yes More softball fields
3.436 12/7/2023 Riverfront Park Yes More softball fields
3.1221 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes More sports activities
2.368 12/7/2023 Riverfront Park Yes More sports complexes
2.916 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes More water parks
3.9070 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes More water parks
3.538 1/9/2024 Community Recreation Center Yes Need Disc golf course
3.536 1/9/2024 Community Recreation Center Yes Need indoor pool
1.642 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes Need more pickleball courts
2.753 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Need rock climbing gym
3.1207 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes OV needs an indoor running track
2.910 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Rollerskating rink or path
3.820 3/6/2024 Roche Tissues Diagnostics Yes Softball field space
2.489 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes Water park
3.418 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes We need more nice soccer fields
3.1272 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Zipline/rope way from Mount Lemmon to Catalina State Park
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA Where OV Plays Idea board Yes Community garden . Would like to see one or more community gardens on public land where
everyone in Oro Valley could have access. This would be a great place to connect, learn, spend
time outside and have fun
4 0
33 / 52%
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NA Where OV Plays Idea board Yes Use an empty building in OV for Indoor pool or skating rink . During our hot summer months, it
would be wonderful for to have indoor swimming or indoor rollerskating to continue being active
during our hot summers.
4 0
NA Where OV Plays Idea board Yes MAKE IT LEGAL for kids and adults to roller skate, bicycle, skateboard, and/or roller blade at OV
parks. 16-1-5 Use and Occupancy Regulations of Park.
"T. To operate or ride any skateboard, rollerskates, bicycle, or rollerblades in a Town park facility
unless such usage is conducted in an area specifically set aside for those purposes."
3 0
NA Where OV Plays Idea board Yes Skate park at James D. Kreigh Park . Skate area with a small kid friendly half-pipe. BMX areas,
scooter friendly areas. Small curbs and rails. They don't all have to be big ramps and deep
concrete bowls or pools, however that would be cool.
2 0
NA Where OV Plays Idea board Yes Use an empty building in OV for an indoor shooting range. In addition to public rec
shooting for OVPD training and practice.
2 0
NA Where OV Plays Idea board Yes Nature preserve, botanical garden, arboretum. The beautiful desert species should be preserved
and protected.
2 0
NA Where OV Plays Idea board Yes We need more basketball courts . Basketball is a sport that includes ALL ages. It is easier to maintain
and less money than grass area's for field sports. It appears we have PLENTY fields but only 1
basketball court.
0 0
NA Where OV Plays Idea board Yes Bocce Ball is becoming more popular and as such city should be adding courts to it's parks. 0 0
NA Where OV Plays Idea board Yes Add skateparks to already established parks - there is room! Naranja skatepark is always packed, it's
AMAZING!! There aren't many "close" skateparks in the NW valley, Naranja and Continental Reserve
are it! The others are so far away from this side of town. Since opening on the 18th of May, the
skatepark has been the place to be for mountain bikers, scooters, BMX'ers, and skateboarders, it is a
huge hit...the downside is that it is packed...between the town of OV and the town of Marana, there is
a plethora of space to add a larger skatepark, or add to the established parks. If the TOV
administration has been out to the skatepark in the evenings...they would see how incredibly popular
it is, and it will only continue to stay popular. With the amount of families that reside in OV, adding to
the parks should ALWAYS be a part of the plans. Also.....what happened to installing shade at the
skatepark!!
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NA Where OV Plays Idea board Yes Handicap and accessible playground equipment and special needs support. We have a great
playground at Naranja but outside of the two person swing none of it is accessible for children in
wheelchairs, or with mobility issues. I’d love to see some accessible play equipment installed, so all
children can play. With equipment for all, this park would become the jewel of Arizona.
I’d also love to hear of some programs (especially in the summer) that cater to children with the
highest needs as currently the closest that provides appropriate assistance (1:1 or 2:1) is the JCC
across town. All children should be invited to play at the table, and included, with support given.
0 0
NA Where OV Plays Idea board Yes A lake is all we need. How about a manmade lake where families could cool off and swim? No
motorized watercraft or fishing. Kayaks and canoes ok. Surrounded by a sandy beach with a platform
in the middle. OV has all the amenities now a body of water would be complete.
0 0
NA Where OV Plays Idea board Yes There need to be Tennis Walls for single people or people who just want to practice & /or exercise.
They are cheap to erect & ROI is high
0 0
NA Where OV Plays Idea board Yes Baseball field for the kids sports. There are lots of options for sport, but not for baseball, softball
yes, but it’s not the same
0 0
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NA Where OV Plays Idea board Yes more sports facilities to include indoor sports facility for basketball, volleyball and soccer . too hot
in the summer to play outside so lets give the kiddos and old folks somewhere safe to recreate during
the day time. The proposal from the church of the nazarene for an indoor sports facility should be built
somewhere in town. I would target the empty buildings at the OV Marketplace to be retrofitted to
indoor sports facilities.
0 0
NA Where OV Plays Idea board Yes Indoor kid friendly activities for summer. More kid friendly indoor activities for the summer.
Naranja park has zero sun shade so impossible to go there in the summer. Kids need things to do
in the summer
0 0
17 0
Improve Parks/Recreation/More Parks
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q5 - Suggested Changes related to Parks: 100%13 / 43%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.622 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes A new home fun park
3.1123 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Better ADA accessibility even at public parks
3.439 12/7/2023 Riverfront Park Yes Bigger parks
3.510 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Free community area for swimming etc.
3.1122 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Golf courses
3.36 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Golf versus non-Golf
3.1246 5/17/2024 Battle of the Bands Yes Keep El Conquistador course open
3.327 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Less pickleball
3.1259 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes More commercial sectors & additional parks
3.427 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes More Dedicated Recreation Facilities/Less Shared Fields
2.904 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes More golf courses
3.328 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes More swimming pool times
3.1082 4/2/2024 Fruit Shack Smoothies, Bowls & Fresh Juices Yes Nature Preserve - high priority, attention to pond area
3.9170 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Need more recreation
3.1163 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes New entrance to Naranja Park
2.541 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes New water park
3.1187 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes No benches by the pond at Vistoso Preserve
3.860 3/9/2024 Plaza Escondida Yes OV Park need more shade areas.
3.386 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Parks for kids
2.398 12/14/2023 Volunteer Reception Dinner Yes Parks with lots of pickleball courts
2.553 2/15/2024 Harvest on La Canada Yes Prefer the more expensive path for Naranja Park
3.1091 4/9/2024 Panera/Chipotle Yes Protect the parks. Create more.
3.1188 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes Reduce the pond size at Vistoso Preserve
3.361 11/29/2023 James D. Kreigh Park (iStroll Group) Yes Shade at parks
3.945 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Shade in Naranja Park over playground
3.441 12/7/2023 Riverfront Park Yes Softball fields with lights
3.617 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes Stop stereotyping people of color. We also require additional sports facilities, including freely
accessible outdoor community pools.
3.1189 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes (Vistoso Preserve) Put parking lot at old maintenance area
28 / 44%
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ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA Where OV Plays Comment Yes Create more areas of shade and seating NA NA
3.1.10 Connect Comment Yes Whether people wish to admit it or not, and yes I know this will upset some, the older generation is
aging out of older homes in OV and families with children live here year round, not just part of the
year. This Tucson community is overly saturated with golf courses (36 within a 15 mile radius) and
water is going to be the BIGGEST challenge the entire state faces. We will see increasing rates of
courses faced with financial woes and closure like Rancho Vistoso, Skyline Country Club and Arizona
National as water costs and heat indexes continue to rise and outpace membership dues. If growth is
what the town wants it needs to invest in family and child friendly companies that can service year
round activity and generate sales tax revenue rather than focusing efforts on part time winter visitors.
Out of state investors buying up the afordable housing in the area and turning it into VBRO's which do
not keep money in our community year round. It creates and economic model of peaks and valleys for
revenue which most businesses can't survive on during the summer. The park needs to be finished,
and it should install a large shaded structure for basketball courts or a skate park. Biking is huge and a
family friendly mountain bike park like Fantasy Island out east would do vey well here. Would be great
if there was indoor options on this side of town for families to enjoy like skate country, or Next Level
arcade that caters to both adults and children, or Playformance where kids can go do parkour for an
hour and half an and mom and dad can go to the pub next door for a local beer and a burger. Look at
things like the Corbett where they integrated a restraunt, pickelball courts and live music or Culinary
Dropout with imaginitive community based seating in a youthful environment. What about doing a
permanent "food truck marketplace" with outdoor seating under shade for people to get together to
watch UA games? We need a draw to Oro valley that is not exclusively centered around those 65 and
older and golf.
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3.1.52 Connect Discussion Yes Thanks, that was well thought out! Golf is a dying sport....the young have little to no interest, and
AZ is full of closed courses including Vistoso Trails (now a nature preserve), Canoa Hills and others. I'm
hoping we can bring some more technology-based firms like Honeywell Aerospace and Roche to OV,
they pay top dollar and hire young professionals. I'm very optimistic about our future, but we need
more of a mix of housing options for younger folks who don't have a retirement nest-egg. Look at
Vail....teachers cannot afford to live in Vail AZ, so they are building micro-homes for them.
https://youtu.be/_l2gD6SdG78?si=yBxNRfFWcsXgZd3z
1 1
3.1.65 Connect Discussion Yes Agree a desirable community center would be an asset to all, don't know if we could realistically
make it free to use though
0 0
3.1.64 Connect Discussion Yes Attracting new business, housing affordability, keeping the small-town feel with local businesses (not a
bunch of chains), creating a free community center for residents
0 0
NA Who OV Is Discussion Yes For a family with kids and working parents, what OV need are better access to highways or a faster
way to get to downtown, more doctors/medical center, an established downtown to go shopping and
dining, parks with baseball field, and more playgrounds with recreational space that is not used
for clubs practices (it will be nicer close to the River walk). Public schools with higher scores
(specially high school that are 7/10). The library should have a more interactive kids zone, with areas
for them to play and read. Street light in the neighborhoods, specially when kids are walking at night,
like Halloween and Christmas. I could keep going, but I think these are some of the most needed.
0 1
NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes We should have some remaining land for recreational activities and indoor dog park without
supervision example same as outdoor dog park just indoor. every owner watch their dog interaction.
0 0
NA Where OV Lives Yes if there is alot of land to use for making a zoo . 0 4
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1.1.78 Connect Discussion Yes Big Wash trailhead. and any future trailheads that will accomodate ample horse rigs . 0 0
3.1.13 Connect Discussion Yes I think the challenges will be increased residential areas, which will add traffic, pressures on
recreational endeavors and the environment.
0 0
NA Where OV Plays Idea board Yes Aquatic Center Parking. There are 3 parking lots, other than the OVAC one, serving the fields at
James D Kreigh Park, but everyone who uses the fields, parks in front of the Aquatic Center. So do
many who pick up their kids from CDO. People who use the Aquatic center have to park in lots
nowhere near the entrance. There should be some way to reserve/limit this lot for OVAC.
0 0
NA Where OV Plays Idea board Yes Ramada covered activity area like The Tohono Children’s Museum. And please more shade sails
at Naranja Park.
0 0
NA Where OV Plays Idea board Yes Please don't forget that Steam Pump Ranch falls under the Parks and Recreation Department and
make sure that we retain the historical attributes of this important part of Oro Valley. Budget for
additional reconstruction.
0 0
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Other Parks and Rec Suggestions
No Survey Comparison Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
2 / 7%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.1185 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes Redoing the OV Country Club to keep it open
3.1283 5/30/2024 Comment Box: CRC Yes Seems OVCC needs to prioritize the registration site. Need a site able to have wait list.
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA Where OV Plays Discussion Yes The expansion of OVCC to include more amenities such as basketball courts, additional
pickleball courts, water park, playground, recreational rooms are much needed. As a current
member of OVCC, I have experienced multiple occasions where there has been limited access to many
of the amenities due to the high number of members using or reserving them. Creating an
atmosphere similar to the YMCA could draw in more members. Expansion of current amenities would
make current members happier.
1 0
NA Where OV Plays Idea board Yes Promote the Town's Golf Courses. Golf is a profitable amenity for the Town that also serves as a
tourist draw. Feature it as a Parks & Rec amenity rather than chastise it.
0 0
2 / 3%
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WHERE OV PLAYS: BICYCLE, PEDESTRIAN AND TRAIL PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q11- Trail, Bicycle, Pedestrian Priorities: 74%1 / 4%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.1218 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes Cyclist safety w/more traffic
3.612 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes Pedestrian safety
3.606 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes Pedestrian safety (crossing Naranja to sidewalk)
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA Where OV Plays Comment Yes Focusing on increasing pedestrian and bike safety at major intersections . The speed and road
safety issues make it difficult for cyclists and pedestrians to navigate this area.
NA NA
Increase bicycle or pedestrian connections
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q11 - Trail,Bike, Pedestrian Priorities: 68%7 / 28%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.483 12/15/2023 OV Public Library Yes Accessibility to parks via paths for bikes and walking
3.313 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Better connectivity from the East side of Oracle to the West side
3.711 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Bike lane on La Cholla @ Moore - Thornydale [outside of OV limits]
3.602 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes Connect bike path under bridge near Rams Canyon
2.808 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Connection between Riverfront Park & Multi-use path near bridge
3.1208 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes Crosswalk on Naranja to park
3.560 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes Fairviews pathways pedestrian walkways
3.583 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Infrastructure e.g. sidewalk on Naranja
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA How OV Travels Comment Yes There is a lack of sidewalks and common sense crosswalks. Getting across Naranja is just about
impossible during peak traffic hours. It is dangerous given the dips in street which obstruct pedestrian
views of on coming traffic.
NA NA
NA How OV Travels Comment Yes We would like to see the investment in a bridge from Cañada del Oro Riverfront Park to the bike
loop, something we would use every day along with hundreds of other park and loop users.
NA NA
NA How OV Travels Comment Yes A proper multi-use lane on Naranja is more of a priority than adding a multi-use line to La
Cañada between Lambert and Naranja. There is already a full size bike path along La Cañada in
addition to a sidewalk. Naranja has neither…..the bike lane is very narrow and dangerous, and there
is very little walking space. It seems odd that no curb cuts were added to the multi-use path in
Naranja park. It’s as though the plan is for cyclists to breeze through but never utilize any of the
amenities. Even at the crosswalks, there are not enough curb cuts…
NA NA
NA How OV Travels Comment Yes Let’s make OV a walkable town. It’s good for health and the environment. With the exception of a
few hot months, we have the type of weather that’s conducive to walking. I have to drive my kids to
school that is across the street from me because there’s no safe sidewalk along and across Oracle for
us to be able to walk to school. Let’s connect the subdivisions to the shopping areas with pedestrian
routes.
NA NA
Increase pedestrian safety
8 / 38%
3 / 14%
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Increase pedestrian safetyNA How OV Develops Comment Yes PART OF LARGER COMMENT: Continue with improving safe bike trail connectivity. NA NA
NA How OV Travels Comment Yes I use the MUP to walk and bike, I dont think adding scooters to the mix is a good idea. The ones Ive
seen used in other towns and countries are usually left on the side of the road or path causing
potential hazard and are trashy looking. If they are to be used, (as with ride share bikes) there should
be a heafty fee charged if not returned to the proper sight. this may discourage dumping on the path
or sidewalk. Another good amenity is to allow use for those who may not have access to a credit card
or mobile phone. A system to apply for reduced or free rate, maybe attached to SNAP or transit
benefit. On the ongoing debate of Ebikes, there are many different types. I agree in limiting the size
and power for safety for all MUP users. I have seen too many inexperienced riders on a 40lb bike
thinking they can handle stops and turns safely, failing with injury to themselves and others. I lkie the
idea of dedicated lanes or wider paths.
I'm not sure how the enforcement for any use is performed with all users, as I have witnessed very
aggressive road bike groups taking over the whole trail. I believe all levels should have access and
feel safe. Thank you, We moved to Oro valley just for the reason of dedicated bike lanes.
NA NA
NA Where OV Lives Comment Yes There should be housing available for lower income folks, but more importantly there should be a
consideration for stewardship of the land, which may require changing the model from simply
considering housing; business; retail ( I question this model anyway because retail is a subset of
business). There needs to be more focus on bringing services like organic food providers and making
access to them more walkable and bikable.
0 0
Increasing the number of trails in OV
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q11 - Trail,Bike, Pedestrian Priorities: 58%0 / 0%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.565 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes Managing growth and adding more trails
3.435 12/7/2023 Riverfront Park Yes More walking trails
2.877 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Need more hiking trails, place for families
Increase bicycle or pedestrian routes
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q8 - Traffic and Mobility Priorities: 56%17 / 68%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.561 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes Bicycle and pedestrian improvements
3.564 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes Bike lanes in OV
3.852 3/9/2024 Guns vs Hoses Kickball Tournament Yes Having nicer walking & shopping centers and restaurants
3.605 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes Infrastructure, side walks (amenities for population)
3.819 3/6/2024 Roche Tissues Diagnostics Yes Lack of walkability
3.713 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes More cycling paths
3.601 1/26/2024 Van Gogh Yes Walkable city
7 / 33%
3 / 14%
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Increase pedestrian safetyONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA How OV Travels Comment Yes Provide bicycle and/or pedestrian routes along all major roads in Oro Valley, and advertise this as a
key advantage for recruiting and retaining businesses to Oro Valley.
NA NA
NA How OV Travels Comment Yes We would like to see the investment in a bridge from Cañada del Oro Riverfront Park to the bike
loop , something we would use every day along with hundreds of other park and loop users.
NA NA
NA Where OV Plays Comment Yes Promoting more bike and pedestrian-friendly routes will yield excellent results . Promoting artistic
installations in consistent with a high-end vision for the future of OV.
NA NA
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes Increasing bicyle and/or pedestrian routes NA NA
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes Increasing bicyle and/or pedestrian routes NA NA
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes Increasing bicyle and/or pedestrian routes NA NA
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes Increasing bicyle and/or pedestrian routes NA NA
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes Increasing bicyle and/or pedestrian routes NA NA
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes Add bike boulevards, where appropriate NA NA
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes Add bike boulevards, where appropriate NA NA
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes Add bike boulevards, where appropriate NA NA
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes Add bike boulevards, where appropriate NA NA
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes Add bike boulevards, where appropriate NA NA
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes Add bike boulevards, where appropriate NA NA
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes Add bike boulevards, where appropriate NA NA
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes Add bike boulevards, where appropriate NA NA
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes Add bike boulevards, where appropriate NA NA
Improve existing parts of the loop
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q11 - Trail,Bike, Pedestrian Priorities: 60%0 / 0%
Expand the loop
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q11 - Trail,Bike, Pedestrian Priorities: 52%0 / 0%
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OV’s Path Forward:
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HOW OV STAYS SAFE: ELEMENTS LIKED BEST / MOST VALUED
Safety/Safe living/Crime free
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage
Q1 - Element Liked Most: 36%25 / 19%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
1.1408 5/17/2024 Battle of the Bands Yes Access to things, pickleball & parks, bike paths, quiet, safe
1.849 3/9/2024 Guns vs. Hoses Kickball Tournament Yes Beautiful safe place
1.597 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes Chill and safe city
1.841 3/8/2024 OVAC Swim Meet Yes Clean & safe community
1.519 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Clean and safe
1.532 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Clean and safe
1.1447 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Cleanliness safety community neighborly Beautiful
1.422 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Cleanliness, location, and feels safe
1.1456 5/20/2024 El Conquistador Patio Homes HOA Yes Cleanliness, low crime & beautiful surroundings
1.368 11/21/2023 Budget and Finance Commission Yes Community safety
1.900 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Community, safety
1.1436 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Family friendliness safety
1.694 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Feel safe here
1.1270 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Feels safe
1.332 11/16/2023 Stormwater Utility Commission Yes Giving a great feeling of a safe community
1.869 3/12/2024 Street Taco and Beer Co.Yes How safe and clean it is
1.328 11/14/2023 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Yes I feel safe here
1.311 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes I like how safe and family-friendly we are
1.310 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes I like that a safe place is provided for kids to grow up
1.774 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes It's safe
1.505 12/15/2023 OV Public Library Yes It's safe!
1.554 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Less crimes
1.8 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Little crime
1.1357 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes Low crime
1.440 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes Low crime
1.467 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Low crime
1.472 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Low crime
1.583 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle Yes Low crime
1.1298 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Low crime rate
1.521 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Low crime rate
1.989 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes
Low crime, lots of biking & hiking
1.766 3/1/2024 Comment Box - CRC Yes Mt. Views, Safety, Rec Center, Outdoor opportunities
1.657 2/10/2024 Cruise, BBQ and Blues at OV Marketplace Yes Natural setting, clean, safe
1.1044 4/1/2024 Comment Box CRC Yes Nature, safety, beauty
1.866 3/12/2024 Street Taco and Beer Co.Yes No violence. Calm.
1.1272 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Parks, paths, safe, beautiful nature
1.1387 5/1/2024 Comment Box Dental Group Yes Paths, schools, safety
1.1006 3/19/2024 College of Veterinary Medicine Yes Quiet and safe
1.1341 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes Safe
1.15 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Safe
1.420 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Safe
1.423 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Safe
1.469 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Safe
1.496 12/15/2023 OV Public Library Yes Safe
1.520 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Safe
1.523 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Safe
1.829 3/6/2024 Roche Tissue Diagnostics Yes Safe
1.239 11/7/2023 Planning and Zoning Commission Yes Safe
1.1029 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistoso Yes Safe & clean
Events: Total / Percentage
108 / 12%
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HOW OV STAYS SAFE: ELEMENTS LIKED BEST / MOST VALUED
1.1366 4/25/2024 Starbucks Yes Safe & clean
1.1372 4/25/2024 Starbucks Yes Safe & clean
1.838 3/8/2024 OVAC Swim Meet Yes Safe & clean
1.618 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Safe & clean!
1.1276 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Safe & kindness
1.1400 5/7/2024 La Hacienda Restaurant Yes Safe community
1.1431 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Safe community
1.235 11/7/2023 Planning and Zoning Commission Yes Safe community
1.326 11/14/2023 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Yes Safe community
1.375 11/26/2023 Honeybee Trailhead Yes Safe community
1.608 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes Safe neighborhood
1.1351 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes Safe place to live
1.1378 4/26/2024 Friday Night Concerts at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Safe place to live
1.625 1/26/2024 Van Gogh Yes Safe while walking
1.860 3/9/2024 Plaza Escondida Yes Safe!
1.381 11/28/2023 Board of Adjustment Yes Safe, clean
1.768 3/1/2024 Comment Box - the Peak Yes Safe, clean, people are amazing, magical views (mountains)
1.556 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Safe, family-oriented, clean, pretty nature
1.874 3/13/2024 Center Pointe Vistoso HOA Yes Safe, sense of community
1.1248 4/9/2024 Panera/Chipotle Yes Safer than Tucson
1.1396 5/7/2024 La Hacienda Restaurant Yes Safety
1.1397 5/7/2024 La Hacienda Restaurant Yes Safety
1.1413 5/17/2024 Battle of the Bands Yes Safety
1.1426 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Safety
1.19 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Safety
1.234 11/7/2023 Planning and Zoning Commission Yes Safety
1.305 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Safety
1.346 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Safety
1.38 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Safety
1.428 12/4/2023 Historic Preservation Commission Yes Safety
1.446 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes Safety
1.450 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes Safety
1.454 12/7/2023 Riverfront Park Yes Safety
1.488 12/14/2023 Volunteer Reception Dinner Yes Safety
1.53 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Safety
1.567 1/9/2024 CRC Booth Yes Safety
1.576 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle Yes Safety
1.59 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Safety
1.624 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Safety
1.64 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Safety
1.679 2/17/2024 Cold Beer & Cheeseburgers Yes Safety
1.69 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Safety
1.992 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Safety
1.1441 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Safety & Beauty
1.861 3/9/2024 Plaza Escondida Yes Safety & mountains
1.764 3/1/2024 Comment Box - CRC Yes Safety & quiet
1.400 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Safety and nature
1.580 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle Yes Safety and views
1.1435 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Safety cleanliness Naranja Park expansion
1.901 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Safety! Beauty!
1.380 11/28/2023 Board of Adjustment Yes Safety, clean, beauty
1.887 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Safety, kindness, views, weather, people
1.763 3/1/2024 Comment Box - Encantada Yes Safety, landscape, prices
1.568 1/9/2024 CRC Booth Yes Security, Community facilities (tennis program is awesome), Education for kids
1.626 1/26/2024 Van Gogh Yes The views, safety
1.1434 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Trails, parks, community events, safety
1.666 2/15/2024 Harvest on La Canada Yes Views & safety
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HOW OV STAYS SAFE: ELEMENTS LIKED BEST / MOST VALUED
1.582 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle Yes Views, low crime
1.857 3/9/2024 Plaza Escondida Yes Views, safety, open desert spaces
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
1.1.3 Connect Discussion Yes We have a lovely community with a "layback" lifestyle. People who live here are happy and truly enjoy the many amenities available to
them. Our parks are lovely. Our paths are many. And you feel safe in Oro Valley . This is a good place to be.
10 0
1.1.4 Connect Discussion Yes Oro Valley is in a beautiful setting, with many amenities, and a well-run government. It is a safe community . All these things make Oro
Valley a good place to live, work and retire to.
9 0
1.1.7 Connect Discussion Yes Public safety , cleanliness, views, variety of neighborhoods, location, amenities.9 0
1.1.41 Connect Discussion Yes We were attracted to OV because of it's reputation as a safe community as well as the exceptional views and access to nature. We like that
it has well maintained homes in nicely planned neighborhoods.
6 0
1.1.38 Connect Discussion Yes First, OV is safe and secure, thanks to our OV Police Department! Also, our homes maintain their value due to pride of home
ownership, enforcement of reasonable HOA rules, low multifamily housing units (apartments, condos, townhomes), reasonable traffic, and
affordability. Great place to live and work, whether with an entire family or not!
5 0
1.1.47 Connect Discussion Yes I like the safety , the friendliness of the people and the service providers, how well kept both the private and the public properties are, the
lack of light pollution and feelings of ruralness while still having the amenities of suburbia.
5 0
1.1.54 Connect Discussion Yes My husband and I moved to Oro Valley a little over one year ago due to the cleanliness of the area, it’s safety record, police reputation ,
proximity to shopping needs, biking, hiking, walking trails, the beauty of the Catalina’s, etc. While I agree that there’s a need for more
affordable housing…. I don’t pretend to have the answer. It makes me sad every time I drive by the Marketplace area with all the empty
storefronts.
5 0
1.1.6 Connect Discussion Yes The weather and public safety 4 0
1.1.53 Connect Discussion Yes 1) Safety, 2) Natural beauty, 3) Well-maintained, accessible public spaces (bike / pedestrian paths, parks, hiking), 4) Accessible services (post
office, library, grocery, gas, restaurants), 5) Friendly people engaged in the local community.
3 0
1.1.63 Connect Discussion Yes Safety , views, quality of homes, access to biking, hiking and other recreational activities, quality of roads, OVPD and other public services. 3 0
1.1.79 Connect Discussion Yes In this day and age, I feel safety is very important and I feel Oro Valley has done a very good job of that. I want that to continue. The
views we have are the best around.
2 0
1.1.61 Connect Discussion Yes Oro Valley is a safe, secure communit y with no property tax.1 0
1.1.67 Connect Discussion Yes Safe, community and natural resources (library, parks, shops, restaurants), views, schools, local businesses 1 0
1.1.70 Connect Discussion Yes First off, the safety because of the lack of crime. There’s no low income housing. The views are beautiful. The natural habitats that have
so far been kept intact. There’s less traffic (so far). No light pollution. What I don’t like is trying to put 200+ apartments in a city that isn’t
equipped for the amount of people we already have.
1 0
1.1.84 Connect Discussion Yes PART OF LARGER COMMENT: There's so much to like about OV. The two things I like most about it though are that it feels safe and
there's very little traffic.
1 0
1.1.10 Connect Discussion Yes The views, safety record , our police and fire departments, few homeless, plenty of resident choices (homes and apartments), good roads. 0 0
1.1.126 Connect Discussion Yes The views, nature, low crime 0 0
1.1.128 Connect Discussion Yes Safety and security of the Community and outdoor activities 0 0
1.1.131 Connect Discussion Yes Please! The crime rate in OV is low because we do not have low income housing in Oro Valley. Keep OV safe 0 0
1.1.68 Connect Discussion Yes Safety is the first on the list and then would be it's kept up and maintained in all areas such as roads, parks, and public buildings. 0 0
1.1.72 Connect Discussion Yes Oro Valley is relatively safe compared to larger and less prosperous cities, but we have our issues. An ATM machine at the Wells Fargo
Bank was recently bombed, and I've never seen this type of attack in a relatively rural area before. Petty theft and crimes due to
homelessness are fortunately low, but our police must remain vigilant. Our Center Pointe Vistoso community pool has been the gathering
site for teens who use drugs and alcohol, and blood was spilled there during the summer. Please thank our Mayor and Police Department
for their hard work and vigilance.
0 0
1.1.76 Connect Discussion Yes PART OF LARGER COMMENT: The police department and safety are wonderful. 0 0
1.1.82 Connect Discussion Yes Safety, great Police and Fire department. Dark skies. Many don't know or understand the reasons for dark skies and the safety they
provide our nation from incoming missile attacks. Great views. NO LOW INCOME HOUSING OR DENSE RENTALS! I drove 25 miles to and
from work everyday. It seems in this day and age people want to live right next door to where they work. There are over 100 acres of
property directly across Oracle Rd for sale. Put DENSE RENTALS there.
0 0
1.1.83 Connect Discussion Yes The open beauty, mountain views, the natural lush green desert, clean air, fairly safe place to live !0 0
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HOW OV STAYS SAFE: ELEMENTS LIKED BEST / MOST VALUED
1.1.135 Connect Discussion Yes Oro Valley is a friendly and safe community. We really like the fact that Oro Valley Hospital and all our Dentists and MDs are short drives
from our house. We spend a lot of time in the Market Place, but are concerned that we have lost our major sporting goods store as well as
our computer/electronics store (Best Buy). Yesterday we discovered one of our favorite restaurants (Red Lobster) has closed. Why were they
forced to move? We moved here from Saddlebrooke Ranch because we hated to drive several miles just to eat and shop. Now we find we
have to start driving again, but this time the drive is into a part of Tucson that we really don't care to spend time in.
1 0
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Police Dept./Fire Dept./Community Services
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage
Q1 - Element Liked Most: 6%15 / 11%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
1.323 11/14/2023 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Yes Clean and safe community services
1.57 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Fire safety
1.1069 4/2/2024 Fruit Shack Smoothies, Bowls & Fresh Juices Yes Good police
1.1464 5/30/2024 Comment Box: CRC Yes Good police
1.1060 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Great outdoors, lots to do, police protection
1.371 11/21/2023 Budget and Finance Commission Yes Great Police
1.1422 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes I love our mountain backdrop and police presence!
1.1359 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes Law enforcement presence
1.1033 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistoso Yes Lots of Cops
1.714 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Oro Valley Fire Department
1.719 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Oro Valley Police!!
1.30 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes OVPD
1.705 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes OVPD
1.665 2/15/2024 Harvest on La Canada Yes OVPD
1.1251 4/9/2024 Panera/Chipotle Yes OVPD
1.1415 5/17/2024 Battle of the Bands Yes OVPD
1.1446 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes OVPD
1.953 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes OVPD safe community
1.547 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes OVPD, safety, views
1.334 11/16/2023 Stormwater Utility Commission Yes PD hive
1.701 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Peace of mind (OVPD)
1.468 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Police
1.1068 4/2/2024 Fruit Shack Smoothies, Bowls & Fresh Juices Yes Police
1.1267 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Police
1.585 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle Yes Police and Fire
1.415 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Police department and safety
1.749 2/25/2024 Oracle Crossings Plaza Yes Police Dept.
1.970 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Police Dept.
1.331 11/16/2023 Stormwater Utility Commission Yes Police force is very visible
1.337 11/16/2023 Stormwater Utility Commission Yes Police in close proximity to everything
1.55 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Police safety
1.775 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Police safety
1.581 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle Yes Public safety (Police Department)
1.33 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Responsive public safety
1.729 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Safe good police
1.335 11/16/2023 Stormwater Utility Commission Yes Strong police protection
1.1410 5/17/2024 Battle of the Bands Yes Things get done, police & roads
Events: Total / Percentage
37 / 4%
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HOW OV STAYS SAFE: ELEMENTS LIKED BEST / MOST VALUED
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
1.1.27 Connect Discussion Yes Upside: - Police Department - we feel very safe secure here. - Living Standards - no trashy properties in view, streets are well maintained,
signage is well controlled and minimalized.
Downside: - Apartment and Small Lot Size Construction approvals are scary as it is bringing population density that we moved here to
avoid.
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1.1.38 Connect Discussion Yes First, OV is safe and secure, thanks to our OV Police Department! Also, our homes maintain their value due to pride of home
ownership, enforcement of reasonable HOA rules, low multifamily housing units (apartments, condos, townhomes), reasonable traffic, and
affordability. Great place to live and work, whether with an entire family or not!
5 0
1.1.63 Connect Discussion Yes Safety , views, quality of homes, access to biking, hiking and other recreational activities, quality of roads, OVPD and other public services. 3 0
1.1.8 Connect Discussion Yes We just need more drive thru eateries and a few more restaurants like Applebee’s, etc. it would be wonderful to have a skating rink as there
are hardly anything for preteens, even teens, to do! I love how we do not have homeless peddling and our police department is top
notch!
2 2
1.1.56 Connect Discussion Yes Active and effective law enforcement 2 0
1.1.59 Connect Discussion Yes Police department is outstanding. It is a safe community because of the OVPD . Clean and upscale, open spaces. 2 0
1.1.66 Connect Discussion Yes The police department and safety are wonderful. Views of Catalina’s and open natural spaces for wildlife are also a great attribute for us.
I also have a concern about over development and long term water supply not only for OV but all of AZ. I would ask what does todays tax
revenue less city cost to maintain quality of OV we have today look like in 10 year budget plan. If the city needs to increase revenue then it’s
either add to tax base via more payers or increase tax on existing payers. I know there are any more complexities then that when operating
city budget and planning especially when you are try to improve amenities and quality of live. Thanks for asking for community comments.
2 0
1.1.31 Connect Discussion Yes I'm particularly impressed with the quality of our political and town leadership! Mayor Winfield is doing a fantastic job, and his background
in landscape architecture is evident by the care he shows to our planning and development. OVPD, Golder Ranch FD and other city
services are excellent, and my wife and I feel very safe in OV. Unsung heroes including Director Abraham and our OV Water Utility
Department , as they protect and maintain our water supply and ensure that we have a sustainable supply of excellent water for the future.
2 0
1.1.98 Connect Discussion Yes Public roads are clean. Landscaping in streets is always well kept. Parks are continually being built or improved. Police presence is re-
assuring. No city income tax. Responsive fire dept .
1 0
1.1.68 Connect Discussion Yes Safety is the first on the list and then would be it's kept up and maintained in all areas such as roads, parks, and public buildings. 0 0
1.1.65 Connect Discussion Yes My neighbors. The Police Department; Fires Services. The views and cleanliness.0 0
1.1.72 Connect Discussion Yes Oro Valley is relatively safe compared to larger and less prosperous cities, but we have our issues. An ATM machine at the Wells Fargo
Bank was recently bombed, and I've never seen this type of attack in a relatively rural area before. Petty theft and crimes due to
homelessness are fortunately low, but our police must remain vigilant. Our Center Pointe Vistoso community pool has been the gathering
site for teens who use drugs and alcohol, and blood was spilled there during the summer. Please thank our Mayor and Police Department
for their hard work and vigilance.
0 0
1.1.76 Connect Discussion Yes Part of larger comment...The police department and safety are wonderful. 0 0
1.1.82 Connect Discussion Yes Part of larger comment...Safety, great Police and Fire department. Dark skies. Many don't know or understand the reasons for dark skies
and the safety they provide our nation from incoming missile attacks.
0 0
1.1.10 Connect Discussion Yes The views, safety record, our police and fire departments , few homeless, plenty of resident choices (homes and apartments), good
roads.
0 0
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HOW OV STAYS SAFE: WAYS TO DESCRIBE ORO VALLEY
As a Low Crime Community
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percent
Q4 - Describing OV: 85%10 / 24%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
2.304 11/26/2023 Honeybee Trailhead Yes 2nd Safest city
2.378 12/9/2023 2nd Saturdays at Steam Pump Ranch Yes A place of peace
2.431 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Abundance of Cops
2.628 3/1/2024 Comment Box - Encantada Yes Affluence, safety, beauty
2.861 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Beautiful and safe
2.923 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Beautiful, safe place to live
2.796 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Beauty clean safe city
2.634 3/1/2024 Comment Box - The Peak Yes Being safe
2.497 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes Best police crew
2.331 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Clean and safe
2.851 3/27/2024 Sun City Community Forum Yes Clean/safe city
2.299 11/21/2023 Budget and Finance Commission Yes Family safety
2.411 12/15/2023 OV Public Library Yes Family safety
2.992 5/17/2024 Battle of the Bands Yes Good policing
2.993 5/17/2024 Battle of the Bands Yes Good policing
2.809 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Great police service
2.252 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes It's a safe community
2.631 3/1/2024 Comment Box - CRC Yes It's natural beauty, safe town
2.486 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes It's safe
2.488 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes It's safe
2.288 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Law enforcement
2.17 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Low crime
2.387 12/9/2023 2nd Saturdays at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Low crime
2.525 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes Low crime
2.554 2/15/2024 Harvest on La Canada Yes Low crime
2.555 2/15/2024 Harvest on La Canada Yes Low crime
2.732 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Low crime
2.849 3/27/2024 Sun City Community Forum Yes Low crime
2.1004 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Low crime
2.1034 5/30/2024 Comment Box: CRC Yes Low crime
2.959 4/25/2024 Starbucks Yes Low crime community
2.590 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Low crime rate
2.957 4/25/2024 Starbucks Yes Low crime,family
2.629 3/1/2024 Comment Box - CRC Yes Natural beauty, safe and pleasant lifestyle
2.438 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes No crimes
2.246 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Our safe and welcoming community ( family and teen events)
2.1007 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Parks, low crime, nice people
2.887 4/9/2024 Panera/Chipotle Yes Peace!
2.384 12/9/2023 2nd Saturdays at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Peaceful and beautiful
2.793 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Police & views
2.10 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Public safety
2.478 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes Quality of life, safety
2.1005 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Recreation - safe streets
2.199 11/9/2023 Neighborhood Meeting 11.09.2023 Yes Safe
2.429 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Safe
2.595 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Safe
2.602 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Safe
2.603 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Safe
2.883 4/2/2024 Fruit Shack Smoothies, Bowls & Fresh Juices Yes Safe
2.886 4/2/2024 Fruit Shack Smoothies, Bowls & Fresh Juices Yes Safe
2.952 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes Safe
145 / 22%
Event: Total / Percent
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HOW OV STAYS SAFE: WAYS TO DESCRIBE ORO VALLEY
2.418 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Safe - even walking at night
2.427 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Safe and clean
2.699 3/9/2024 Plaza Escondida Yes Safe and quiet
2.589 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Safe city
2.594 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Safe city, mountains
2.186 11/7/2023 Planning and Zoning Commission Yes Safe Community
2.261 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Safe community
2.639 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Safe community
2.1011 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Safe community
2.203 11/9/2023 Neighborhood Meeting 11.09.2023 Yes Safe Community
2.686 3/8/2024 OVAC Swim meet Yes Safe community & sports destination
2.695 3/9/2024 Guns vs. Hoses Kickball Tournament Yes Safe environment
2.880 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Safe environment for seasoned seniors and families!!
2.804 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Safe family friendly
2.586 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Safe for single women
2.722 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Safe hiking Biking
2.468 1/9/2024 Community Recreation Center Yes Safe neighborhoods
2.913 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Safe place
2.569 2/17/2024 Cold Beer & Cheeseburgers Yes Safe place to live
2.795 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Safe place to live
2.905 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Safe place to raise family
2.906 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Safe place to raise family
2.743 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Safe streets
2.507 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Safe, clean & community
2.1002 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Safe, family friendly community
2.882 4/2/2024 Fruit Shack Smoothies, Bowls & Fresh Juices Yes Safe, good place to live
2.527 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes Safest and cleanest Arizona city
2.633 3/1/2024 Comment Box - The Peak Yes Safest city
2.519 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes Safest city in Arizona
2.26 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Safety
2.37 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Safety
2.42 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Safety
2.48 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Safety
2.55 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Safety
2.56 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes safety
2.189 11/7/2023 Planning and Zoning Commission Yes Safety
2.245 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Safety
2.259 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Safety
2.267 11/14/2023 Parks and Rec Advisory Board Yes Safety
2.276 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Safety
2.284 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Safety
2.293 11/21/2023 Budget and Finance Commission Yes Safety
2.330 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Safety
2.356 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes Safety
2.435 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Safety
2.445 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Safety
2.449 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Safety
2.598 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Safety
2.599 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Safety
2.600 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Safety
2.601 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Safety
2.630 3/1/2024 Comment Box - CRC Yes Safety
2.642 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Safety
2.645 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Safety
2.698 3/9/2024 Guns vs. Hoses Kickball Tournament Yes Safety
2.721 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Safety
2.746 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Safety
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2.848 3/27/2024 Sun City Community Forum Yes Safety
2.865 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Safety
2.874 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Safety
2.899 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Safety
2.920 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Safety
2.960 4/25/2024 Starbucks Yes Safety
2.39 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes safety
2.644 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Safety & acceptance
2.805 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Safety & community
2.976 5/1/2024 Comment Box Dental Group No Safety & fun
2.903 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Safety & OVPD
2.361 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes Safety / Family Community
2.399 12/14/2023 Volunteer Reception Dinner Yes Safety and excellent Police Department - thanks!
2.281 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Safety and first responders
2.282 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Safety and first responders
2.689 3/9/2024 Guns vs. Hoses Kickball Tournament Yes Safety and friendly people
2.442 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Safety and views
2.581 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Safest city in AZ
2.690 3/9/2024 Guns vs. Hoses Kickball Tournament Yes Safety Fun Diverse
2.691 3/9/2024 Guns vs. Hoses Kickball Tournament Yes Safety Fun Diverse
2.583 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Safety of outdoor activities
2.1023 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening No Safety peace calm & friendly neighbor
2.912 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Safety via OV Police
2.1001 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Safety welcoming access to resources
2.697 3/9/2024 Guns vs. Hoses Kickball Tournament Yes Safety! Love OVPD
2.395 12/14/2023 Volunteer Reception Dinner Yes Safety, recreation, friends
2.447 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Safey and families (kids)
2.568 2/17/2024 Cold Beer & Cheeseburgers Yes Scenery & being best city in Tucson
2.559 2/15/2024 Harvest on La Canada Yes Scenic views and great community living
2.446 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Schools
2.3 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Self contained town
2.237 11/13/2023 Water Utility Commission Yes Sense of community and a safe place to live
2.1032 5/30/2024 Comment Box: CRC Yes Serving community
2.196 11/9/2023 Neighborhood Meeting 11.09.2023 Yes Small town, safety
2.251 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Soundness with nature and safety
2.704 3/9/2024 Plaza Escondida Yes Views safety community
2.852 3/27/2024 Sun City Community Forum Yes Well managed safe city
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
2.2.8 Connect Discussion Yes Oro Valley should be known for low density housing with great roads, great police and fire, great parks, pedestrian friendly, quick and easy
access to the stores that we want, and unobstructed views of Pusch Ridge. We definitely don’t need more apartments. Traffic is bad
enough.
6 0
2.2.2 Connect Discussion Yes A tech/biomed employment center set in a scenic, clean, low-crime destination that welcomes visitors by offering outstanding weather,
beautiful scenery, safe public spaces, state-of-the-art meeting facilities, and a wide variety of outdoor, optimal recreation options.
6 0
2.2.12 Connect Discussion Yes Safe place to live . Views, nature, open spaces and wildlife.4 0
2.2.5 Connect Discussion Yes A safe community with great views and access to nature. 3 0
2.2.10 Connect Discussion Yes Safe, friendly community with ready access to nature and activities (bike / pedestrian paths, parks, hiking, recreation facilities). 3 0
2.2.9 Connect Discussion Yes Per US Census, TOV is more affluent, highly educated, less ethnically diverse, and has an older population that most communities in AZ. In
fact, OV has 18% people under 18, Tucson 26%, AZ 27%. In addition, TOV is safer , has a lower percentage of renters vs. homeowners,
fewer homeless people, and unsurpassed natural beauty compared to other communities in AZ. Oro Valley offers a great quality of life. It's
in our nature.
3 0
2.2.4 Connect Discussion Yes Politicians that listen to their constituents. A vacation destination that is safe and has many choices of entertainment and restaurants for all
ages. We are known for our beautiful parks and mountains. Activities for all ages. Good schools and public services.
2 0
2.2.18 Connect Discussion Yes Our views, safety , beauty and wildlife.1 0
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2.2.16 Connect Discussion Yes Since public safety should be our primary concern, I'd like us to be known for the resurgence of OV Police Dept's vigorous enforcement of
traffic laws. Driving on OV's streets is statistically by far the most dangerous activity in our lives. With the influx of winter visitors and many
outside contractors who may not be aware of or don't think much about obeying local traffic laws, this puts us all at greater risk. The
OVPD's prime responsibility is to keep it's citizens safe and they do a good job ... but they need to be more aggressive when it comes
to traffic enforcement - not just speeders and red light runners but all traffic laws equally.
0 1
2.2.23 Connect Discussion Yes Being one of the best town to live and raise a family from a safety , educational and activities basis.0 0
28 1
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HOW OV STAYS SAFE: CHALLENGES AND CONCERNS
Maintaining a Low Crime Rate
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percent
Q3 - Biggest Challenges: 49%4 / 6%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.1255 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Coolness and safety
3.624 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes Crime
3.1180 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes Crime
3.1245 5/17/2024 Battle of the Bands Yes Crime
3.1167 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes Crime
3.927 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Crime prevention
3.276 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Drug Addiction
3.1261 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Growth Safety Hopefully young people
3.1265 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Increase population = increase crime
3.775 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Keep low-crime community
3.1117 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Keeping crime out!
3.188 11/7/2023 Planning and Zoning Commission Yes Keeping it safe
3.795 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Keeping it small and safe
3.1182 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes Keeping OV safe - supporting police
3.277 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Keeping teens safe and interested in OV events
3.1263 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Maintaining safety w/increased population
3.1166 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes Panhandling, crime
3.62 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Safety
3.66 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Safety
3.1254 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Safety for kids to be out more.
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA How OV Stays SafeComment Yes Be vigilant in keeping the crime down and enforce the law consistently and fairly. Crime from Tucson is creeping north. Do not
tolerate vagrancy.
NA NA
3.1.4 Connect Discussion Yes Infrastructure maintenance and upgrades; keeping the same high level of public safety ; identifying ways to continue to expand the tax
base while preserving the character of the town; shaping mixed use developments and redevelopments so that sufficient and upscale
retail amenities are nearby or adjacent for residents; wildlife preservation; keeping aging private commercial and residential properties
in compliance with aesthetic, health, and safety standards
5 0
3.1.7 Connect Discussion Yes Sustaining the low crime rate. Attracting more employers, less apartments and more homes, no more parks and playgrounds (plenty
for a 47,000 population and 1/3 seniors), another high end restaurant, drive thru's, keep the bedroom community mentality.
5 2
3.1.5 Connect Discussion Yes Crime, congestion, high paying employers 4 1
14 3
Event: Total / Percent
20 / 4%
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School Safety
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q7 - Public Safety Priorities: 86%3 / 6%
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA How OV Stays Safe Comment Yes All of these are good. I would list in order of priority moving school safety up one and crime prevention programs down one.0 0
NA How OV Stays Safe Comment Yes Utilize School resource officers NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Comment Yes Utilize school resource officers NA NA
Maintain a highly visible police force with low response times
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q7 - Public Safety Priorities: 83%41 / 80%
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA How OV Stays Safe Comment NA There is a lack of police presence on the road NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll NA Maintaining a highly visible police force NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll NA Maintaining a highly visible police force NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll NA Maintaining a highly visible police force NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll NA Maintaining a highly visible police force NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll NA Maintaining a highly visible police force NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll NA Maintaining a highly visible police force NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll NA Maintaining a highly visible police force NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll NA Maintaining a highly visible police force NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll NA Maintaining a highly visible police force NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll NA Maintaining a highly visible police force NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll NA Maintaining a highly visible police force NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll NA Maintaining a highly visible police force NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll NA Maintaining a highly visible police force NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll NA Maintaining a highly visible police force NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll NA Maintaining a highly visible police force NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll NA Maintaining a highly visible police force NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll NA Maintaining a highly visible police force NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll NA Maintaining a highly visible police force NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll NA Maintaining a highly visible police force NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll NA Maintaining a highly visible police force NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll NA Maintaining a highly visible police force NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll NA Maintaining a highly visible police force NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll NA Maintaining a highly visible police force NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll Yes Maintaining low response times for police, fire, and emergency services NA NA
0 / 0%
0 / 0%
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NA How OV Stays Safe Poll Yes Maintaining low response times for police, fire, and emergency services NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll Yes Maintaining low response times for police, fire, and emergency services NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll Yes Maintaining low response times for police, fire, and emergency services NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll Yes Maintaining low response times for police, fire, and emergency services NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll Yes Maintaining low response times for police, fire, and emergency services NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll Yes Maintaining low response times for police, fire, and emergency services NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll Yes Maintaining low response times for police, fire, and emergency services NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll Yes Maintaining low response times for police, fire, and emergency services NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll Yes Maintaining low response times for police, fire, and emergency services NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll Yes Maintaining low response times for police, fire, and emergency services NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll Yes Maintaining low response times for police, fire, and emergency services NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll Yes Maintaining low response times for police, fire, and emergency services NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll Yes Maintaining low response times for police, fire, and emergency services NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll Yes Maintaining low response times for police, fire, and emergency services NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll Yes Maintaining low response times for police, fire, and emergency services NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll Yes Maintaining low response times for police, fire, and emergency services NA NA
Maintaining crime prevention programs
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q7 - Public Safety Priorities: 74%1 / 2%
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll Yes Maintaining crime prevention programs NA NA
Preparing for disasters such as floods or fires
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q7 - Public Safety Priorities: 66%4 / 8%
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll Yes Preparing for disasters such as floods or fires NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll Yes Preparing for disasters such as floods or fires NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll Yes Preparing for disasters such as floods or fires NA NA
NA How OV Stays Safe Poll Yes Preparing for disasters such as floods or fires NA NA
0 / 0%
0 / 0%
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General Police Department
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q5 - Suggestions related to Safety: 50%1 / 2%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.472 12/14/2023 Volunteer Reception Dinner Yes Great cops, firemen
3.1182 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes Keeping OV safe - supporting police
3.474 12/14/2023 Volunteer Reception Dinner Yes New police headquarters
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA How OV Stays Safe Comment Yes
The OV police force is outstanding. The highest priority should be to continue attracting
and retaining the best police officers in Arizona.
NA NA
Other Safety Priorities
No Survey Comparison Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
1 / 2%
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
1.1.136 Connect Discussion Yes I see a lot of comments about liking the safety in Oro Valley but that is an ableist viewpoint.
Oro Valley has little to no resources for disabled persons. There are no beeping noises from
all the stoplights, access to businesses and stores is restricted due to the lack of wheelchair
access, braille on signs especially in government buildings is non-existent, and the list goes
on forever. As the community in Oro Valley continues to age why are we actively preventing
them from being able to function in our town? There are ADA requirements that are not
enforced in any way, shape, or form. I imagine that if the city started fining people for ADA
violations it would add to the overall budget and allow the entire populace to access their
community. It could also be a selling point that the town is ADA-compliant and accepts
people with disabilities.
0 0
0 / 0%
3 / 100%
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HOW OV CONSERVES: ELEMENTS LIKED BEST / MOST VALUED
Natural beauty (Mountains/Wildlife/Nature/Scenery)
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q1 - Element Liked Most: 29%28 / 21%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
1.667 2/15/2024 Harvest on La Canada Yes Amazing view
1.858 3/9/2024 Plaza Escondida Yes Amazing views and how clean it is
1.894 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Art, mountains, people
1.1332 4/18/2024 Gaslight Music Hall Yes Beautiful
1.960 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Beautiful mountain view
1.902 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Beautiful mountains
1.470 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Beautiful place
1.849 3/9/2024 Guns vs. Hoses Kickball Tournament Yes Beautiful safe place
1.677 2/17/2024 Cold Beer & Cheeseburgers Yes Beautiful scenery and well run
1.1021 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistoso Yes Beauty
1.1400 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Beauty
1.957 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Beauty
1.773 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Beauty
1.1385 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes Beauty & wildlife
1.442 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes Beauty of the town
1.1292 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Cacti
1.482 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Cacti, mountains and people
1.621 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Catalinas! Growing diversity, more elbow room in living
1.991 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Clean air & beauty
1.1301 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Clean, beauty
1.914 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Clean, beauty, community
1.1447 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Cleanliness safety community neighborly Beautiful
1.1456 5/20/2024 El Conquistador Patio Homes HOA Yes Cleanliness, low crime & beautiful surroundings
1.559 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Community, views, parks, schools
1.1277 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Dark night skies
1.42 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Dark skies
1.780 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Dark skies
1.834 3/6/2024 Roche Tissue Diagnostics Yes Dark skies
1.835 3/6/2024 Roche Tissue Diagnostics Yes Dark skies
1.757 2/27/2024 Noble Hops Yes Desert natural environment
1.752 2/27/2024 Noble Hops Yes Desert wildlife
1.314 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Environment
1.1460 5/20/2024 El Conquistador Patio Homes HOA Yes Friendly, attractive accommodations handy parks, beauty
1.1060 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Great outdoors, lots to do, police protection
185 / 20%
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HOW OV CONSERVES: ELEMENTS LIKED BEST / MOST VALUED
1.915 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Green desert
1.846 3/9/2024 Guns vs. Hoses Kickball Tournament Yes Hiking & beautiful nature
1.536 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes How it's beautiful
1.1422 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes I love our mountain backdrop and police presence!
1.839 3/8/2024 OVAC Swim Meet Yes I love the community and the views
1.250 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Incredible views
1.1334 4/18/2024 Gaslight Music Hall Yes Landscaping along the Loop
1.967 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Living along side nature
1.1411 5/17/2024 Battle of the Bands Yes Low population and views
1.418 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Mount Lemon
1.1059 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Mountain view
1.1064 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Mountain view
1.867 3/12/2024 Street Taco and Beer Co. Yes Mountain view
1.872 3/13/2024 Center Pointe Vistoso HOA Yes Mountain views
1.873 3/13/2024 Center Pointe Vistoso HOA Yes Mountain views, open natural spaces, "critters"
1.399 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Mountain views, people, and trails
1.1244 4/9/2024 Panera/Chipotle Yes Mountains
1.413 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Mountains
1.602 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes Mountains
1.837 3/6/2024 Roche Tissue Diagnostics Yes Mountains
1.959 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Mountains
1.966 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Mountains
1.990 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Mountains
1.1289 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Mountains and fun events
1.499 12/15/2023 OV Public Library Yes Mountains and school
1.766 3/1/2024 Comment Box - CRC Yes Mt. Views, Safety, Rec Center, Outdoor opportunities
1.1254 4/9/2024 Panera/Chipotle Yes Mtns. Beauty
1.630 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes My friends and neighborhood and views
1.1039 3/27/2024 Sun City Community Forum Yes Native plants especially in blvds.
1.353 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Natural beauty
1.354 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Natural beauty
1.452 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes Natural Beauty
1.784 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Natural beauty
1.852 3/9/2024 Guns vs. Hoses Kickball Tournament Yes Natural beauty & parks
1.508 12/15/2023 OV Public Library Yes Natural beauty, bike paths
1.657 2/10/2024 Cruise, BBQ and Blues at OV Marketplace Yes Natural setting, clean, safe
1.377 11/26/2023 Honeybee Trailhead Yes Natural Wilderness
1.1245 4/9/2024 Panera/Chipotle Yes Nature
1.1249 4/9/2024 Panera/Chipotle Yes Nature
1.1255 4/9/2024 Panera/Chipotle Yes Nature
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HOW OV CONSERVES: ELEMENTS LIKED BEST / MOST VALUED
1.1291 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Nature
1.1293 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Nature
1.1296 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Nature
1.1409 5/17/2024 Battle of the Bands Yes Nature
1.307 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Nature
1.312 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Nature
1.372 11/21/2023 Budget and Finance Commission Yes Nature
1.403 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Nature
1.410 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Nature
1.417 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Nature
1.564 1/9/2024 CRC Booth Yes Nature
1.881 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Nature & Dutch Bros
1.907 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Nature & views
1.1288 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Nature & wildlife
1.432 12/4/2023 Historic Preservation Commission Yes Nature and recreation ( hiking and biking)
1.480 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Nature, art, community
1.1044 4/1/2024 Comment Box CRC Yes Nature, safety, beauty
1.698 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Open desert & views
1.904 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Open space & mountains
1.772 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Open space, beauty
1.1389 5/1/2024 Comment Box OV Hospital Yes Open spaces/views
1.753 2/27/2024 Noble Hops Yes Outdoor living, views, access to good restaurants & shopping
1.981 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Outdoors
1.405 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes OV is clean and beautiful
1.1272 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Parks, paths, safe, beautiful nature
1.541 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Pretty!
1.644 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes Pusch Ridge Mountain
1.645 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes Pusch Ridge Mountain
1.1440 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Quiet friendly pretty
1.1008 3/19/2024 College of Veterinary Medicine Yes Quiet, views, trails, weather
1.768 3/1/2024 Comment Box - the Peak Yes Safe, clean, people are amazing, magical views (mountains)
1.556 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Safe, family-oriented, clean, pretty nature
1.1441 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Safety & Beauty
1.861 3/9/2024 Plaza Escondida Yes Safety & mountains
1.400 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Safety and nature
1.580 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle Yes Safety and views
1.901 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Safety! Beauty!
1.380 11/28/2023 Board of Adjustment Yes Safety, clean, beauty
1.763 3/1/2024 Comment Box - Encantada Yes Safety, landscape, prices
1.887 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Safety, kindness, views, weather, people
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HOW OV CONSERVES: ELEMENTS LIKED BEST / MOST VALUED
1.409 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Saguaros
1.968 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Saving space for wildlife
1.512 12/15/2023 OV Public Library Yes Scenery
1.60 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Scenery
1.890 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Scenic views
1.1346 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes So beautiful!
1.1048 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Sunset
1.1063 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Sunsets
1.1058 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Sunsets/view
1.313 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes The low sodium lights that limit light pollution
1.1344 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes The mountains
1.1271 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes The mountains & nature
1.898 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes The nature landscape
1.1445 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes The people the views
1.419 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes The roads and mountains
1.878 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes The Santa Catalinas
1.1391 5/1/2024 Comment Box OV Hospital Yes The scenery
1.495 12/14/2023 Volunteer Reception Dinner Yes The sidewalks and wild life
1.1337 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes The view of the mountains
1.364 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes The views
1.506 12/15/2023 OV Public Library Yes The views
1.537 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes The views
1.549 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes The views
1.627 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes The views
1.731 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes The views
1.699 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes The views
1.747 2/25/2024 Oracle Crossings Plaza Yes The views & community
1.975 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes The views and hiking
1.896 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes The views!
1.626 1/26/2024 Van Gogh Yes The views, safety
1.507 12/15/2023 OV Public Library Yes The views, the warmth, the kind people, and the library
1.1052 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes The wonders of the desert
1.984 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Trails & views
1.865 3/12/2024 Street Taco and Beer Co. Yes View
1.663 2/15/2024 Harvest on La Canada Yes View of mountains
1.479 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes View of Pusch Ridge
1.662 2/15/2024 Harvest on La Canada Yes View of Pusch Ridge
1.511 12/15/2023 OV Public Library Yes View, Mount Lemon
1.1262 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Views
1.1339 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes Views
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1.1381 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes Views
1.414 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Views
1.434 12/4/2023 Historic Preservation Commission Yes Views
1.579 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle Yes Views
1.668 2/15/2024 Harvest on La Canada Yes Views
1.710 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Views
1.755 2/27/2024 Noble Hops Yes Views
1.892 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Views
1.900 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Views
1.903 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Views
1.909 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Views
1.916 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Views
1.954 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Views
1.978 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Views
1.987 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Views & family oriented
1.770 3/1/2024 Comment Box - La Reserve Yes Views & it is pretty quiet
1.875 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Views & nature
1.1407 5/17/2024 Battle of the Bands Yes Views & quiet, schools
1.666 2/15/2024 Harvest on La Canada Yes Views & safety
1.1340 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes Views along Tangerine
1.977 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Views and community
1.404 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Views and parks
1.453 12/7/2023 Riverfront Park Yes Views from park
1.808 3/6/2024 Roche Tissue Diagnostics Yes Views mountains, night sky
1.973 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Views rec. areas
1.510 12/15/2023 OV Public Library Yes Views, bike-walking paths
1.885 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Views, biking
1.582 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle Yes Views, low crime
1.888 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Views, people
1.857 3/9/2024 Plaza Escondida Yes Views, safety, open desert spaces
1.1045 4/1/2024 Comment Box Oro Vista Apts Yes Views, setting
1.245 11/9/2023 Neighborhood Meeting on 11.09.2023 Yes Wildlife areas
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
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1.1.11 Connect Discussion Yes First off, the safety because of the lack of crime. There’s no
low income housing. The views are beautiful. The natural
habitats that have so far been kept intact. There’s less traffic
(so far). No light pollution. What I don’t like is trying to put
200+ apartments in a city that isn’t equipped for the amount
of people we already have.
12 2
1.1.25 Connect Discussion Yes I like the visual openness and beauty the most: the Catalinas
and surrounding mountains, saguaros, (landscaped and
maintained) cacti and desert plants along the streets and
medians, Catalina State Park, and low level buildings and
homes that blend into the landscape.
9 0
1.1.4 Connect Discussion Yes Oro Valley is in a beautiful setting , with many amenities, and
a well-run government. It is a safe community. All these things
make Oro Valley a good place to live, work and retire to.
9 0
1.1.7 Connect Discussion Yes Public safety, cleanliness, views , variety of neighborhoods,
location, amenities.
9 0
1.1.2 Connect Discussion Yes The beauty and openess of our community . The small town
atmosphere. The friendliness of folks in stores, on the streets,
etc. I guess that's 3 things!
7 0
1.1.5 Connect Discussion Yes beauty, cleanliness, safety, high quality government services 7 0
1.1.1 Connect Discussion Yes Its environment/beauty . Its commitment to the Arts which can
be increased by creating a Performing Arts Center.
6 0
1.1.41 Connect Discussion Yes We were attracted to OV because of it's reputation as a safe
community as well as the exceptional views and access to
nature . We like that it has well maintained homes in nicely
planned neighborhoods.
6 0
1.1.9 Connect Discussion Yes The views , the peacefulness, the school district (not the best
but better than most in AZ)
6 0
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1.1.54 Connect Discussion Yes My husband and I moved to Oro Valley a little over one year
ago due to the cleanliness of the area, it’s safety record, police
reputation, proximity to shopping needs, biking, hiking,
walking trails, the beauty of the Catalina’s , etc. While I agree
that there’s a need for more affordable housing…. I don’t
pretend to have the answer. It makes me sad every time I
drive by the Marketplace area with all the empty storefronts.
5 0
1.1.49 Connect Discussion Yes I also love the dark skies at night. Whatever Policy decision
was made to reduce the nighttime light produced by homes
and businesses was the right one.
4 0
1.1.39 Connect Discussion Yes When I ride my bike I always am amazed by the mountain
views and the design of the neighborhood streets - it reminds
me of a resort community that I would got to in Florida, or
Hawaii. All we need is an ocean, but that's really only 1 days
drive to the Pacific.
4 0
1.1.40 Connect Discussion Yes The beauty of nature and convenience of health care and
shopping.
4 0
1.1.52 Connect Discussion Yes I love the natural beauty of Oro Valley- the trails for biking,
and trails in state parks for hiking. I also really like the variety
of grocery stores and restaurants in Oro Valley.
4 0
1.1.53 Connect Discussion Yes 1) Safety, 2) Natural beauty , 3) Well-maintained, accessible
public spaces (bike / pedestrian paths, parks, hiking), 4)
Accessible services (post office, library, grocery, gas,
restaurants), 5) Friendly people engaged in the local
community.
3 0
1.1.58 Connect Discussion Yes OV has built with a connection to native plants and animals. It
shows in the green belts and access to the river beds and
small creeks. Mountain Lion, Coyote, Mule Deer and many
birds are in abundance because open space is respected.
3 0
1.1.64 Connect Discussion Yes My family are residents of Oro Valley for almost 10 years. I like
the beautiful mountains , and the awesome wildlife. Please
let's preserve these wonderful natural inhabitants and don't
destroy all their homes with overdevelopment.
3 0
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1.1.66 Connect Discussion Yes The police department and safety are wonderful. Views of
Catalina’s and open natural spaces for wildlife are also a great
attribute for us. I also have a concern about over development
and long term water supply not only for OV but all of AZ. I
would ask what does todays tax revenue less city cost to
maintain quality of OV we have today look like in 10 year
budget plan. If the city needs to increase revenue then it’s
either add to tax base via more payers or increase tax on
existing payers. I know there are any more complexities then
that when operating city budget and planning especially when
you are try to improve amenities and quality of live. Thanks for
asking for community comments.
2 0
1.1.79 Connect Discussion Yes In this day and age, I feel safety is very important and I feel
Oro Valley has done a very good job of that. I want that to
continue. The views we have are the best around.
2 0
1.1.51 Connect Discussion Yes Natural beauty , open space, views, dark skies, recreational
amenities, and responsible/controlled development under the
leadership of Mayor Joe Windfield.
1 2
1.1.67 Connect Discussion Yes Safe, community and natural resources (library, parks, shops,
restaurants), views , schools, local businesses
1 0
1.1.10 Connect Discussion Yes The views , safety record, our police and fire departments, few
homeless, plenty of resident choices (homes and apartments),
good roads.
0 0
1.1.125 Connect Discussion Yes I like the available outdoors activities you can do, how clean is
kept, the mountain view . I love to walk my dog and enjoy the
weather and the views.
0 0
1.1.126 Connect Discussion Yes The views, nature , low crime 0 0
1.1.127 Connect Discussion Yes The weather, views , nearby outdoor activities 0 0
1.1.50 Connect Discussion Yes Good comment! The AZ Dark Skies Initiative was developed
to help protect the utility of our many astronomy telescope
facilities such as Mt. Wrightson's "Fred Lawrence Whipple
Observatory" and others. This discusses the reasoning and
some changes being proposed.
https://www.gvnews.com/news/lighting-code-updates-
coming-after-nearly-a-decade/article_9ed1fa5a-9986-11eb-
948e-a7dcc5c1a296.html
0 0
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1.1.65 Connect Discussion Yes My neighbors. The Police Department; Fires Services. The
views and cleanliness.
0 0
1.1.83 Connect Discussion Yes The open beauty, mountain views , the natural lush green
desert, clean air, fairly safe place to live!
0 0
107 4
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For its desert and mountain views
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percent
Q4 - Describing OV: 80%11 / 27%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
2.628 3/1/2024 Comment Box - Encantada Yes Affluence, safety, beauty
2.376 12/9/2023 2nd Saturdays at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Art, Nature, Community
2.861 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Beautiful and safe
2.825 3/19/2024 College of Veterinary Medicine Yes Beautiful mountain views
2.901 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Beautiful nature
2.405 12/15/2023 OV Public Libarary Yes Beautiful place to live
2.873 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Beautiful scenery
2.879 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Beautiful scenery
2.5 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Beautiful setting
2.428 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Beautiful views
2.923 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Beautiful, safe place to live
2.45 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Beauty
2.191 11/7/2023 Planning and Zoning Commission Yes Beauty
2.512 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Beauty
2.557 2/15/2024 Harvest on La Canada Yes Beauty
2.720 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Beauty
2.838 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistoso Yes Beauty
2.854 3/27/2024 Sun City Community Forum Yes Beauty
2.965 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes Beauty
2.985 5/7/2024 La Hacienda Restaurant Yes Beauty
2.989 5/17/2024 Battle of the Bands Yes Beauty
2.796 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Beauty clean safe city
2.503 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Beauty, affordability, option for all residents
2.813 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Better open space & views
2.494 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes Cacti
2.869 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Catalina Mountains
2.902 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Catalina State Park
2.866 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Catalina State Park, mountain views
2.870 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Dark skies for star watching
2.716 3/13/2024 Center Pointe Vistoso HOA Yes Dark sky, friendly family neighborhoods
2.168 11/4/2023 Movies on the lawn Yes Environment
2.504 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Environmentally friendly
2.850 3/27/2024 Sun City Community Forum Yes Great mountain views
2.593 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Green desert
2.269 11/14/2023 Parks and Rec Advisory Board Yes Healthy lifestyle, activity, and nature
Event: Total / Percent
133 / 20%
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2.1031 5/30/2024 Comment Box: CRC Yes Incredible view of the Pusch Ridge Mountain
2.981 5/1/2024 Comment Box OV Hospital Yes Its beauty
2.631 3/1/2024 Comment Box - CRC Yes It's natural beauty, safe town
2.495 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes Its vast culture and beautiful scenery
2.724 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Keep the desert a home for wildlife
2.709 3/12/2024 Street Taco & Beer Co. Yes Keeping it beautiful
2.834 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistoso Yes Landscape on La Canada
2.791 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Landscape/climate
2.718 3/13/2024 Center Pointe Vistoso HOA Yes Liveability, beauty, community resources
2.415 12/15/2023 OV Public Libarary Yes Mount Lemon
2.321 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Mountain Views
2.51 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Mountains
2.480 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes Mountains
2.591 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Mountains
2.592 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Mountains
2.909 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Mountains
2.914 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Mountains
2.381 12/9/2023 2nd Saturdays at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Natural beauty and community
2.822 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Natural beauty and kind people
2.1035 5/30/2024 Comment Box: CRC Yes Natural beauty, a nice self-contained community
2.629 3/1/2024 Comment Box - CRC Yes Natural beauty, safe and pleasant lifestyle
2.264 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Natural environment
2.31 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Nature
2.360 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes Nature
2.864 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Nature
2.919 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Nature
2.991 5/17/2024 Battle of the Bands Yes Nature
2.797 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Nature & art
2.816 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Nature along side living
2.301 11/26/2023 Honeybee Trailhead Yes Nature and art
2.326 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Nature and its beauty
2.619 2/27/2024 Noble Hops Yes Nature, desert, low traffic, low population
2.844 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistoso Yes Nice views of mountains
2.239 11/13/2023 Water Utility Commission Yes Open areas
2.556 2/15/2024 Harvest on La Canada Yes Open areas
2.318 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Open space
2.585 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Open space
2.868 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Open space
2.979 5/1/2024 Comment Box OV Hospital Yes Open space
2.572 2/17/2024 Cold Beer & Cheeseburgers Yes Open spaces for enjoying nature
2.978 5/1/2024 Comment Box OV Hospital Yes Open spaces, upscale neighborhoods
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2.717 3/13/2024 Center Pointe Vistoso HOA Yes Open spaces.
2.524 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes OV should be a natural oasis
2.647 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Parks & natural beauty
2.900 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Parks & Nature
2.646 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Parks & wildlife
2.384 12/9/2023 2nd Saturdays at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Peaceful and beautiful
2.793 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Police & views
2.799 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Preservation of flora & fauna like Beehive Canyon
2.394 12/9/2023 2nd Saturdays at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Preserving natural habitat
2.389 12/9/2023 2nd Saturdays at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Preserving natural habitat
2.377 12/9/2023 2nd Saturdays at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Pretty
2.954 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes Pretty views
2.474 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes Protecting the views
2.811 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Pusch Ridge Mtns
2.437 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Quiet, scenic views
2.11 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Recreation and environment
2.706 3/12/2024 Street Taco & Beer Co. Yes Restaurants with views
2.968 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes Rustic beauty
2.594 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Safe city, mountains
2.734 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Safety beauty No density housing
2.491 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes Scenery
2.881 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Scenery
2.568 2/17/2024 Cold Beer & Cheeseburgers Yes Scenery & being best city in Tucson
2.982 5/6/2024 Comment Box Stone Canyon Yes Scenery/views
2.667 3/6/2024 Roche Tissue Diagnostics Yes Scenic views
2.559 2/15/2024 Harvest on La Canada Yes Scenic views and great community living
2.251 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Soundness with nature and safety
2.956 4/25/2024 Starbucks Yes The beauty of nature and the cactus
2.723 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes The Catalinas
2.319 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes The mountains
2.323 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes The mountains
2.348 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes The mountains
2.349 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes The mountains
2.487 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes The mountains
2.254 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes The nature
2.240 11/13/2023 Water Utility Commission Yes The physical environment
2.477 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes The views
2.893 4/9/2024 Panera/Chipotle Yes The views
2.826 3/19/2024 College of Veterinary Medicine Yes The weather & views
2.414 12/15/2023 OV Public Libarary Yes Their sunsets
2.708 3/12/2024 Street Taco & Beer Co. Yes View
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2.333 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Views
2.375 12/9/2023 2nd Saturdays at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Views
2.393 12/9/2023 2nd Saturdays at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Views
2.580 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Views
2.588 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Views
2.700 3/9/2024 Plaza Escondida Yes Views
2.803 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Views & green spaces
2.473 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes Views and quality of life
2.807 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Views of mountains
2.704 3/9/2024 Plaza Escondida Yes Views safety community
2.841 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistoso Yes Well kept landscape
2.966 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes Wildlife
2.872 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Wildlife
2.857 4/1/2024 Comment Box CRC Yes Wildlife and spaces
2.856 4/1/2024 Comment Box CRC Yes Wise land use, open space, small business, health focus
2.740 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Wonderful for housing & views
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
2.2.8 Connect Discussion Yes Oro Valley should be known for low density housing with great
roads, great police and fire, great parks, pedestrian friendly,
quick and easy access to the stores that we want, and
unobstructed views of Pusch Ridge . We definitely don’t
need more apartments. Traffic is bad enough.
6 0
2.2.2 Connect Discussion Yes A tech/biomed employment center set in a scenic, clean, low-
crime destination that welcomes visitors by offering
outstanding weather, beautiful scenery , safe public spaces,
state-of-the-art meeting facilities, and a wide variety of
outdoor, optimal recreation options.
6 0
2.2.12 Connect Discussion Yes Safe place to live. Views, nature, open spaces and wildlife. 4 0
2.2.5 Connect Discussion Yes A safe community with great views and access to nature. 3 0
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2.2.13 Connect Discussion Yes We should be known for caring for and respecting the
Sonoran Desert that surrounds us. That means including
environmental considerations in every new build we do. We
should be planting native plants wherever we plant, offer
composting to residents and businesses, keep our streets
clean, have recycling containers in all parks, to include HOA's.
Make it a part of our lifestyle.
3 0
2.2.9 Connect Discussion Yes Per US Census, TOV is more affluent, highly educated, less
ethnically diverse, and has an older population than most
communities in AZ. In fact, OV has 18% people under 18,
Tucson 26%, AZ 27%. In addition, TOV is safer, has a lower
percentage of renters vs. homeowners, fewer homeless
people, and unsurpassed natural beauty compared to other
communities in AZ. Oro Valley offers a great quality of life. It's
in our nature.
3 0
2.2.5 Connect Discussion Yes A safe community with great views and access to nature . 3 0
2.2.10 Connect Discussion Yes Safe, friendly community with ready access to nature and
activities (bike / pedestrian paths, parks, hiking, recreation
facilities).
3 0
2.2.14 Connect Discussion Yes Oro Valley should be known as a town that values the beauty
of the desert . Stop re-zoning, stop high density, stop
apartments. We have enough apartments. Let us be the town
that people work toward and then get to enjoy. Be known for
the town that you can enjoy the beauty of the natural
landscape . Don't block our mountain views or drive our
native animals away with building houses on every last piece
of land.
2 0
2.2.4 Connect Discussion Yes Politicians that listen to their constituents. A vacation
destination that is safe and has many choices of entertainment
and restaurants for all ages. We are known for our beautiful
parks and mountains . Activities for all ages. Good schools
and public services.
2 0
2.2.18 Connect Discussion Yes Our views, safety, beauty and wildlife.1 0
36 0
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Protecting the Environment
BIG Community Phone Survey Comparison Online: Total / Percent
Q3 - Biggest Challenges: 54%15 / 23%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.450 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Building in the wash
3.535 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Building taking up all the open space
3.497 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Crowding wildlife with developments
3.791 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Growth vs open space
3.1120 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Keep open spaces open
3.610 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes Keep the place we love clean and open
3.870 3/12/2024 Street Taco & Beer Co. Yes Keeping it beautiful
3.50 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Keeping land open
3.923 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Keeping nature safe
3.329 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Keeping open spaces open
3.748 2/25/2024 Oracle Crossings Plaza Yes Keeping the area pristine & maintained
3.889 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Keeping the open spaces
3.728 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Keeping things natural
3.463 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Keeping wildlife
3.706 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Limit development to conserve open space
3.1277 5/20/2024 El Conquistador Patio Homes HOA Yes Limiting commercial development & maintaining significant natural habitat
3.468 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Losing natural habitat (La Reserve area)
3.470 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Losing natural habitats
3.442 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Losing natural habitats
3.444 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Losing natural habitats
3.447 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Losing natural habitats
3.461 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Losing natural habitats
3.982 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Maintain green spaces
3.403 12/4/2023 Historic Preservation Commission Yes Maintaining its natural beauty, while embracing development
3.994 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Monitoring development maintain green spaces
3.971 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes More green space. Restaurants
3.584 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes More open space areas
3.680 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes New residential taking up open space & traffic
37 / 7%
Event: Total / Percent
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3.1284 5/30/2024 Comment Box: CRC Yes Over-building - we need open space
3.322 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Preserve open spaces
3.323 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Preserve open spaces
3.636 2/10/2024 Cruise, BBQ & Blues at OV Marketplace Yes Preserving green spaces?
3.887 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Staying natural
3.390 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Stop tearing down nature for neighborhoods
3.757 2/27/2024 Noble Hops Yes To keep it in our nature
3.533 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Too many people, conserving open sapce
3.370 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Traffic and lack of open space
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tools Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA How OV ConservesComment Yes Provide quiet, peaceful, and natural places close to home.
We needs places away from the noise and the business of our
lives to relax and recenter ourselves from time to time. Small,
out of the way places where we can sit and talk to our
neighbors to find common ground.
NA NA
NA How OV ConservesComment Yes One of the things that really makes Oro Valley magical is the
abundance of wildlife. I often tell people that we chose OV for
our home because the people here truly appreciate what the
desert has to offer- and they live here with nature, not fighting
against it. Please keep it that way. Wildlife corridors and
preservation of the natural things that live here should be a
priority. Please don’t pave paradise!!
NA NA
NA How OV ConservesComment Yes We need to do a better job protecting saguaros, views and
our wildlife. We want natural beauty - not high rise apartments
and traffic.
NA NA
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3.1.22 Connect Discussion Yes Biggest challenge will be to keep some open space and
not have the developers destroying the open space we
currently have which is getting smaller and smaller by the
minute. No one came to Oro Valley to have it be the crowded
place we came from. By constantly re-zoning to high density
homes jammed into a once beautiful piece of land isn't the
quality of life we came here for. The traffic has gotten very
bad, apartments all over town now which brings a transient
population, storage facilities added to block the mountains.
Don't get me started on the fact that we will be running out of
water and the developers don't care. Get their money for
Rancho de Vista 45 and leave town.
4 0
3.1.60 Connect Discussion Yes What attracted citizens to Oro Valley was the vistas and open
spaces. Now the "future" of Oro Valley is revenue driven,
mostly by allowing developers to change zoning limitations
to whatever short-term profit-making scheme they can come
up with, eventually leaving the town with a lot of vacant
commercial space and dense "ticky-tacky" housing that is
spaced 10 ft. apart and in so many cases homes sited with an
east/west solar orientation that will require more resources for
cooling as our climate gets hotter and drier. The developers
easily work around the need to prove that there will be
enough potable water for the residents of their buildings for
the next 100 years. It's all based on collecting fees now and
worrying about the repercussions later. In 10 years I expect
Oro Valley to be struggling to exist as its own town and trying
not to get absorbed into Tucson.
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3.1.59 Connect Discussion Yes We can't continue to eliminate our beautiful desert with
houses and apartments . I used to have many wild animals in
my yard, but because of the many homes being built, that
wildlife has greatly decreased and it makes me sad. Traffic has
also increased and I wonder what Oracle Road will look like in
another 10 years. Let's try to keep our small town
atmosphere. That is why I moved here.
3 0
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HOW OV CONSERVES: CHALLENGES AND CONCERNS
2.2.13 Connect Discussion Yes We should be known for caring for and respecting the
Sonoran Desert that surrounds us. That means including
environmental considerations in every new build we do.
We should be planting native plants wherever we plant,
offer composting to residents and businesses, keep our
streets clean, have recycling containers in all parks, to
include HOA's. Make it a part of our lifestyle.
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NA How OV ConservesDiscussion Yes Development should be limited. Open spaces should be
preserved. We moved here because of the open spaces, the
views, the trails, and lanes and paths for cycling. The
commuting argument makes no sense. When I was working, I
commuted 45 minutes or more each way for a good job--for
31 years. Workers will come if jobs are available, especially
good jobs. People commute all over the place. This is normal.
Changing housing in Oro Valley will not stop commuting.
2 1
NA Where OV LivesDiscussion Yes Preserve the land as much as possible please.1 1
3.1.12 Connect Discussion Yes The greatest challenge will be how to develop responsibility
while preserving views and open spaces and also taking into
consideration the increase in traffic that will follow on roads
that are already very congested and unsafe.
1 0
3.1.69 Connect Discussion Yes Water. Not only OV but most of Arizona continues to expand.
There are already water curtailments in place. Agriculture has
been the hardest to date but continued expansion will add
more stress to supplies. We need to restrict the housing
development of our community to preserve open spaces
and conserve our water allotment
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HOW OV CONSERVES: CHALLENGES AND CONCERNS
3.1.48 Connect Discussion Yes PART OF LARGER COMMENT: Lastly, I would like to
preserve the beauty of the desert . Once it's gone, it's
gone. Our animals are seen less frequently as we are
encroaching on their space. Most of these developers are
from out of state. They make their money and then leave
town. I think water is a concern here as well. I think we are in
agreement that we want the best for Oro Valley, but we live
here all year not just when it's snows someplace else. My
family would like to see the beauty of Oro Valley be preserved
since it was established in 1974 not be Tucson....let's keep it
that way cause it's getting way too similar.
0 1
NA How OV DevelopsComment Yes The Innovation Park Road needs to be advertised to bring in
more companies like Ventana Medical / Roche. Stop bringing
in Walmart type businesses that kill the rest of the commercial
style that we want - we want La Encantada - it is thriving, but
OV Market Place is losing businesses. Town needs to look at
development opportunities available - limited due to limited
land left to annex and the other areas are restricted due to
view sheds or flood erosion hazards, so be smart and push for
more development that generates bigger tax base that
secures the Town's future - when all will be mostly build out
and * * * * * town will need money to fund road, utility, park
enhancements, and storm drain maintenance. * * * * * Be
prudent and change zoning master plan to prioritize fiscal
responsibility and protect the view sheds, riparian
floodplain, and natural beauty of the Town
NA NA
3.1.13 Connect Discussion Yes I think the challenges will be increased residential areas, which
will add traffic, pressures on recreational endeavors and the
environment .
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2.2.15 Connect Discussion Yes We should be known as a family-friendly community that
respects our local landscape with fantastic schools,
community pride (through events and arts/sports/learning
spaces), and local businesses.
0 0
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HOW OV CONSERVES: ENVIRONMENT AND VIEW PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
Maintaining Views
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q12 - Environment/Views Priorities: 82%22 / 37%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.788 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Cap height restriction
3.789 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Cap height restriction
2.518 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes Low Rise! Not anything over 45' including hotels, commercial
3.522 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes People, views, points
3.1174 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes Restricting building heights to 3 stories
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA How OV Conserves Comment Yes I think that they are all important, but maintaining open spaces by conserving
them (especially those with views of the mountains and along all-purpose
paths) is most important.
NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Poll Yes Maintaining views of the mountains NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Poll Yes Maintaining views of the mountains NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Poll Yes Maintaining views of the mountains NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Poll Yes Maintaining views of the mountains NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Poll Yes Maintaining views of the mountains NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Poll Yes Maintaining views of the mountains NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Poll Yes Maintaining views of the mountains NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Poll Yes Maintaining views of the mountains NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Poll Yes Maintaining views of the mountains NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Poll Yes Maintaining views of the mountains NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Poll Yes Maintaining views of the mountains NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Comment Yes Take away the views and you take away what makes us special. Plant more
native trees, including around walkways and paths. Don't let us become another
heat island.
NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Comment Yes I think both Maintaining Views of the mountains and Expanding and improving
OV's environmental conservation areas through bonds or other funding sources
such as grants should be top priority.
NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Comment Yes Maintaining views of mountains
NA How OV Conserves Comment Yes All are important . Maintaining views of the mountain would be the highest
priority.
NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Comment Yes Preserving views and protecting wildlife corridors and rare native plants NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Comment Yes maintaining wildlife corridors open spaces with views of the mountains . i'm not
against high density development if it helps preserve open space (as opposed to
single family home sprawl)
NA NA
5 / 63%
HOW OV CONSERVES: ENVIRONMENT AND VIEW PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
NA How OV Conserves Comment Yes Maintain views of the mountains, because otherwise, we're just Phoenix.
Protect the natural landscape and beauty, because this is what makes OV special.
Limit further residential development and avoid all high-density housing.
Encourage development of more 5-star resorts to bring economic activity, which
in turn can support higher end retail and dining options.
NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Comment Yes The views are important to who we are. Discussion of 4-5 story hotels and rental
living is absurd. I remember someone in the previous leadership said, “We don’t
owe you a view.” That was an unfortunate statement. I bought my property for
the view and it is OVs job to see that our skies in OV are kept.
NA NA
NA How OV Develops Comment Yes PART OF LARGER COMMENT: Number one regulation that needs to continue
to be enforced is Dark Skies related regulations to continue to protect our
dark skies for the health of the community, environment, and Kitt Peak.
NA NA
3.1.12 Connect Discussion Yes The greatest challenge will be how to develop responsibility while preserving
views and open spaces and also taking into consideration the increase in traffic
that will follow on roads that are already very congested and unsafe.
1 0
Protecting native plants such as saguaros and ironwood trees
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q12 - Environment/Views Priorities: 77%8 / 14%
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA How OV Conserves Poll Yes Protecting native plans such as saguaros or ironwood trees NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Poll Yes Protecting native plans such as saguaros or ironwood trees NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Poll Yes Protecting native plans such as saguaros or ironwood trees NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Poll Yes Protecting native plans such as saguaros or ironwood trees NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Poll Yes Protecting native plans such as saguaros or ironwood trees NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Poll Yes Protecting native plans such as saguaros or ironwood trees NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Comment Yes Take away the views and you take away what makes us special. Plant more
native trees, including around walkways and paths. Don't let us become
another heat island.
NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Poll Yes Preserving views and protecting wildlife corridors and rare native plants NA NA
0 / 0%
HOW OV CONSERVES: ENVIRONMENT AND VIEW PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
Maintaining Wildlife Corridors
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q12 - Environment/Views Priorities: 69%16 / 27%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.497 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Crowding wildlife with developments
3.491 12/15/2023 OV Public Library Yes Place for wildlife to thrive
3.990 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Preventing loss of habitat for wildlife
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA How OV Conserves Comment Yes maintaining wildlife corridors open spaces with views of the mountains . i'm
not against high density development if it helps preserve open space (as opposed
to single family home sprawl)
NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Comment Yes I'm in favor of maintaining wildlife corridors - so many animals are killed by
traffic, even on less trafficked residential streets.We must protect native plants
and encourage folks to plant native plants. Has OV considered working with the
Tucson Cactus and Succulent Society at all? There are lots of possibilities there.
NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Poll Yes Preserving views and protecting wildlife corridors and rare native plants NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Poll Yes Maintaining wildlife corridors with new developments and roadways NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Poll Yes Maintaining wildlife corridors with new developments and roadways NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Poll Yes Maintaining wildlife corridors with new developments and roadways NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Poll Yes Maintaining wildlife corridors with new developments and roadways NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Poll Yes Maintaining wildlife corridors with new developments and roadways NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Poll Yes Maintaining wildlife corridors with new developments and roadways NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Poll Yes Maintaining wildlife corridors with new developments and roadways NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Poll Yes Maintaining wildlife corridors with new developments and roadways NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Poll Yes Maintaining wildlife corridors with new developments and roadways NA NA
3 / 38%
HOW OV CONSERVES: ENVIRONMENT AND VIEW PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
NA How OV Conserves Comment Yes One of the things that really makes Oro Valley magical is the abundance of
wildlife. I often tell people that we chose OV for our home because the people
here truly appreciate what the desert has to offer- and they live here with nature,
not fighting against it. Please keep it that way. Wildlife corridors and preservation
of the natural things that live here should be a priority. Please don’t pave
paradise!!
NA NA
NA How OV Develops Comment Yes Nice Parks yes, Lived here 45 years CDO Grad. Stop the Density, Stop the
Apartments and Condos. Fill the existing commercial properties before adding
more. Build minimum 3.3 acre home sites with no fences so Animals can survive.
Stop Oro Valley Desert Destruction . Love my Deer, and The Sonoran Desert is
special and unlike anywhere else on Earth. Thank You.
NA NA
NA How OV Develops Comment Yes have lived here since 1975 and I have seen too much growth. I don't want
continued growth. High end Low Density growth only with minimum 3.3 acre
parcels. No Apartments, No Condos. I would like to see well defined and
connected Pathways for our Wildlife that we are choking out. I love my Deer
and Jack Rabbits on my 8 acres by the Tortalita Mountains. Stop this insanity, we
don't need Oracle to look like it does by the Tucson Mall. Just Stop, we are
destroying our very special Sonoran Desert. Please.
NA NA
3.1.4 Connect Comment Yes Infrastructure maintenance and upgrades; keeping the same high level of public
safety; identifying ways to continue to expand the tax base while preserving the
character of the town; shaping mixed use developments and redevelopments so
that sufficient and upscale retail amenities are nearby or adjacent for residents;
wildlife preservation ; keeping aging private commercial and residential
properties in compliance with aesthetic, health, and safety standards
5 0
Expanding Oro Valley environmental conservation areas
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
Q12 - Environment/Views Priorities: 65%11 / 19%
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA How OV Conserves Comment Yes Maintaining and expanding conservation areas is top priority . Local property
tax would be ideal for this! (Yes, I know how most people in town feel about
property tax but it makes the most sense.) System development charges are not
enough and grants are too unreliable.
NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Comment Yes I think both Maintaining Views of the mountains and Expanding and
improving OV's environmental conservation areas through bonds or other
funding sources such as grants should be top priority.
NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Poll Yes Expand Oro Valley environmental conservation areas through bonds or other
funding sources (like Vistoso Preserve)
NA NA
0 / 0%
HOW OV CONSERVES: ENVIRONMENT AND VIEW PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
NA How OV Conserves Poll Yes Expand Oro Valley environmental conservation areas through bonds or other
funding sources (like Vistoso Preserve)
NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Poll Yes Expand Oro Valley environmental conservation areas through bonds or other
funding sources (like Vistoso Preserve)
NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Poll Yes Expand Oro Valley environmental conservation areas through bonds or other
funding sources (like Vistoso Preserve)
NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Poll Yes Expand Oro Valley environmental conservation areas through bonds or other
funding sources (like Vistoso Preserve)
NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Poll Yes Expand Oro Valley environmental conservation areas through bonds or other
funding sources (like Vistoso Preserve)
NA NA
NA Where OV Plays Comment Yes Anything that would preserve our remaining desert and wildlife. For example
something like the Catalina state park, Tohona Chul park, the Sonoran desert
museum, etc.
3 0
NA How OV Conserves Poll Yes Expand Oro Valley environmental conservation areas through bonds or other
funding sources (like Vistoso Preserve)
NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Comment Yes I think both maintaining views of the mountains and expanding and improving
OV's environmental conservation areas through bonds or other funding
sources such as grants should be top priority. Also, no more dense residential
area! Conserve water or Tucson will look like Phoenix
NA NA
Other Environment Suggestions
No Survey Comparison Online: Total / Percentage Events: Total / Percentage
2 / 3%
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA How OV Conserves Comment Yes I think Oro Valley should take a lead in environmental issues. One way is to
restrict or even ban the use of poison rat baits. Baits can be consumed by animals
other than rodents, such as domestic pets, reptiles, other wild animals. The
rodents die away from the bait trap and animals such as owls, hawks, coyotes, etc.
can eat the killed rodent and either get sick or even die. We should consider
banning the use of glyphosate (Roundup) as a weed killer. Bayer stopped putting
it in Roundup in late 2023 but other manufacturers still sell glyphosate. At least 10
states have banned glyphosate, and many individual counties and towns have
also banned it. Tucson requires organic weed killers be used on city property,
which is a step in the right direction. In my opinion Oro Valley should require that
only organic weed killers be used. Glyphosate is unsafe for humans and wildlife
NA NA
0 / 0%
HOW OV CONSERVES: ENVIRONMENT AND VIEW PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
NA How OV Conserves Comment Yes I feel Oro Valley can become a regional leader in environmental issues . We
should consider the banning the use of glyphosate (Roundup). It is banned in
around 30 countries, like Mexico (in 2024), Germany, Vietnam, Brazil. A number of
US cities have banned it, more to follow. Tucson has banned it on al public
spaces. Monsanto/Bayer has stopped using glyphosate in its residential products
but still uses it in agricultural formulations in the US. There are a myriad of lawsuits
against Monsanto, siting links to cancer. While the EPA still allows glyphosate
there are much safer alternatives. I also would like to see the use of poison rat
bait eliminated in Oro Valley. It is a danger to domestic pets and wild animals.
Rats/mice will eat it, drag some back to their nests and expire there. Sometimes
they become prey to other wild animals like coyotes, owls, hawks, etc. with the
unintended consequence of killing those animals and their young. There are
other, less harmful ways, to control rats like cleaning up nesting spots, rat
proofing your house, and using traps instead of poisons. We pride ourselves on
been a town that is environmentally sensitive with a lot of natural areas with
wildlife. Let's protect it
NA NA
HOW OV SUSTAINS: ELEMENTS LIKED BEST / MOST VALUED
Water Quality/Use
No Survey Comparison Online: Total / Percentage
2 / 2%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
1.643 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes Our water!
1.879 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes People, sunshine, water
1.47 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Reclaimed water use
1.1303 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Water fountains & water quality at parks (Riverfront & Naranja)
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
1.1.60 Connect Discussion Yes My wife and I moved to AZ in 2019. We preferred Oro Valley, but our real estate agent talked us into Quail Creek, a Robson development
in Green Valley AZ. Big mistake!! Quail Creek is situated close to two large, active copper mines, and two other mines are being
considered. Oro Valley is very well isolated from potential noisome industries, and our water supply is outstanding compared to Tucson
(PFAS, TCE), Marana (TCE, insecticides) and Green Valley (sulfates from copper mines). Glad we sold our home in Quail Creek and moved
here!!
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1.1.69 Connect Discussion Yes Our water supply and quality is the envy of the rest of the region....since we are a very young community (incorporated in 1974),
we did not have the polluting industries that Tucson and other towns had (copper mines, cotton fields, airports, military bases,
etc.). Therefore, our groundwater quality is excellent (no forever chemicals!), and thanks to Water Dept Director Peter Abraham
and his professional crew, our water supply is secure and assured for the future. It is no wonder that so many people from around
the USA seek to move here!
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3 0
Climate/Weather/Monsoons
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage
Q1 - Element Liked Most: 9%3 / 2%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
1.988 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Area & weather
1.1379 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes Climate
1.1380 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes Climate
1.1401 5/7/2024 La Hacienda Restaurant Yes Climate
1.1462 5/30/2024 Comment Box: CRC Yes Dry heat & not condensed like major cities
1.1333 4/18/2024 Gaslight Music Hall Yes It's warm
1.1355 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes No snow
1.879 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes People, sunshine, water
1.1008 3/19/2024 College of Veterinary Medicine Yes Quiet, views, trails, weather
1.840 3/8/2024 OVAC Swim Meet Yes Sun
1.1043 4/1/2024 Comment Box CRC Yes Sun, air and great people
1.721 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Sunrise/sunsets
1.713 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Sunshine
1.476 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes The weather
1.716 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes The weather
1.735 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes The weather
1.443 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes Weather
1.465 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Weather
1.660 2/10/2024 Cruise, BBQ and Blues at OV Marketplace Yes Weather
1.785 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Weather
1.1028 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistoso Yes Weather
1.1070 4/2/2024 Fruit Shack Smoothies, Bowls & Fresh Juices Yes Weather
1.1250 4/9/2024 Panera/Chipotle Yes Weather
1.1362 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes Weather
1.733 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Weather
26 / 3%
Events: Total / Percentage
4 / <1%
Events: Total / Percentage
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HOW OV SUSTAINS: ELEMENTS LIKED BEST / MOST VALUED
1.348 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Weather
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
1.1.6 Connect Discussion Yes The weather and public safety 4 0
1.1.125 Connect Discussion Yes I like the available outdoors activities you can do, how clean is kept, the mountain view. I love to walk my dog and enjoy the weather and
the views.
0 0
1.1.127 Connect Discussion Yes The weather , views, nearby outdoor activities 0 0
4 0
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HOW OV SUSTAINS: WAYS TO DESCRIBE ORO VALLEY
For its water
No Survey Comparison Online: Total / Percent
0 / 0%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
2.604 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Water
2.855 3/27/2024 Sun City Community Forum Yes Water, fiscal management
For its weather, climate and clean air
No Survey Comparison Online: Total / Percent
0 / 0%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
2.404 12/14/2023 Volunteer Reception Dinner Yes Clean air
2.396 12/14/2023 Volunteer Reception Dinner Yes Clean air/streets
2.791 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Landscape/climate
2.888 4/9/2024 Panera/Chipotle Yes Mild winter and awesome hikes!
2.940 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes Sunshine
2.596 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes The 65-80 degree days
2.826 3/19/2024 College of Veterinary Medicine Yes The weather & views
2.587 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Weather
2.736 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Weather
Event: Total / Percent
9 / 1%
Event: Total / Percent
2 / <1%
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HOW OV SUSTAINS: CHALLENGES AND CONCERNS
Maintaining Water Availability
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percent
Q3 - Biggest Challenges: 65%7 / 11%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.1140 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Balance between different ways water is used. AG vs. building
3.265 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Colorado river
3.628 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes H2O
3.629 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes H2O
3.596 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes I agree with water, however I like growth
3.170 11/4/2023 Movies on the lawn Yes Increase resources (water vs. land consumption)
3.540 1/9/2024 Community Recreation Center Yes Keeping water rates down
3.475 12/14/2023 Volunteer Reception Dinner Yes Population, water
3.712 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes The water supply
3.1177 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes Too much building and not enough water
3.727 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Too much development as it pertains to water
3.382 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Traffic and water
3.995 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Traffic water
3.38 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Water
3.40 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Water
3.41 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Water
3.45 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Water
3.24 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Water
3.30 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Water
3.1 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Water
3.259 11/13/2023 Water Utility Commission Yes Water
3.262 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Water
3.263 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Water
3.264 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Water
3.274 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Water
3.279 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Water
3.288 11/14/2023 Parks and Rec. Advisory Board Yes Water
3.290 11/14/2023 Parks and Rec. Advisory Board Yes Water
3.299 11/16/2023 Stormwater Utility Commission Yes Water
3.303 11/16/2023 Stormwater Utility Commission Yes Water
3.292 11/16/2023 Stormwater Utility Commission Yes Water
3.387 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Water
3.464 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Water
3.473 12/14/2023 Volunteer Reception Dinner Yes Water
3.487 12/15/2023 OV Public Library Yes Water
3.492 12/15/2023 OV Public Library Yes Water
3.499 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Water
3.553 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes Water
3.556 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes Water
3.598 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Water
3.630 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes Water
3.729 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Water
3.730 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Water
3.731 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Water
3.715 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Water
3.722 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Water
3.695 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Water
3.685 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Water
3.690 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Water
Event: Total / Percent
105 / 21%
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HOW OV SUSTAINS: CHALLENGES AND CONCERNS
3.759 2/27/2024 Noble Hops Yes Water
3.762 2/27/2024 Noble Hops Yes Water
3.776 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Water
3.878 3/13/2024 Center Pointe Vistoso HOA Yes Water
3.893 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Water
3.903 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Water
3.910 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Water
3.911 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Water
3.980 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Water
3.992 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Water
3.1006 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Water
3.1036 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistosos Yes Water
3.1044 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistosos Yes Water
3.1079 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Water
3.1134 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Water
3.1136 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Water
3.1137 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Water
3.1138 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Water
3.1160 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes Water
3.1183 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes Water
3.1184 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes Water
3.1195 4/25/2024 Starbucks Yes Water
3.1213 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes Water
3.1247 5/17/2024 Battle of the Bands Yes Water
3.1253 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Water
3.10 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Water
3.883 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Water - sustainable supply
3.850 3/9/2024 Guns vs Hoses Kickball Tournament Yes Water & budget
3.595 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Water & overdevelopment
3.467 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Water (drought)
3.460 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Water and building
3.379 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Water and growth
3.388 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Water and growth
3.1278 5/20/2024 El Conquistador Patio Homes HOA Yes Water and growth
3.477 12/14/2023 Volunteer Reception Dinner Yes Water and housing
3.1007 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Water and wise growth
3.756 2/27/2024 Noble Hops Yes Water ground water especially
3.1250 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Water growth developers
3.902 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Water Level Aquifer
3.339 11/26/2023 Honeybee Trailhead Yes Water Supply
3.1238 5/7/2024 La Hacienda Restaurant Yes Water supply
3.295 11/16/2023 Stormwater Utility Commission Yes Water supply to meet growing community ( quality and quantity)
3.1209 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes Water sustainability
3.287 11/14/2023 Parks and Rec. Advisory Board Yes Water usage
3.6 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Water use
3.296 11/16/2023 Stormwater Utility Commission Yes Water use and cost
3.478 12/15/2023 OV Public Library Yes Water, fewer open air pools, etc.
3.1053 3/27/2024 Sun City Community Forum Yes Water, finances
3.769 3/1/2024 Comment Box - CRC Yes Water, growing population
3.1054 3/27/2024 Sun City Community Forum Yes Water, growth
3.1280 5/20/2024 El Conquistador Patio Homes HOA Yes Water, meeting needs of more people
3.760 2/27/2024 Noble Hops Yes Water, schools, business growth, easier permitting
3.346 11/28/2023 Board of Adjustment Yes Water, traffic
3.1129 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Water/overpopulation
3.1099 4/9/2024 Panera/Chipotle Yes Water/too many retirement homes
3.861 3/9/2024 Plaza Escondida Yes Water?
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HOW OV SUSTAINS: CHALLENGES AND CONCERNS
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
3.1.22 Connect Discussion Yes PART OF LARGER COMMENT…. Don't get me started on the fact that we will be running out of water and the developers don't care. Get
their money for Rancho de Vista 45 and leave town.
4 0
3.1.60 Connect Discussion Yes PART OF LARGER COMMENT... The developers easily work around the need to prove that there will be enough potable water for the
residents of their buildings for the next 100 years…
3 0
3.1.18 Connect Discussion Yes It will be a challenge to not sell more water meters . As long as AG takes most of the water housing has little left. Trying to house all the
employees of the community is a goal decades too late to start thinking about.
1 0
NA How OV Sustains Comment Yes Regardless of the water source, we must ensure that our golf courses have ample water to maintain their beauty and playability, which
attracts high-spending visitors. OV should be willing to increase taxes to guarantee water supplies, and more burden should fall on any new
residential developments. OV should also be vocal in supporting options like a desalinization plant in Mexico that can pump water to
Arizona.
1 3
3.1.69 Connect Discussion Yes Water. Not only OV but most of Arizona continues to expand. There are already water curtailments in place. Agriculture has been
the hardest to date but continued expansion will add more stress to supplies. We need to restrict the housing development of our
community to preserve open spaces and conserve our water allotment
0 0
3.1.72 Connect Discussion Yes PART OF LARGER COMMENT.... Water resources.0 0
3.1.71 Connect Discussion Yes Potable water should be the highest challenge in most parts of AZ…OV included . Looking to other cities to see what models we can
replicate to capture water and use reclaimed water is smart planning. Along with the water issue should be a lid on new developments
which will also deplete water.
9 3
Heat/Weather Concerns
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percent
Q2 - Elements Disliked: 6%1 / 2%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.1255 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Coolness and safety
3.998 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Heat resiliency
3.1063 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes The heat
3.1022 3/19/2024 College of Veterinary Medicine Yes The weather. We could use more shade!
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
3.1.60 Connect Discussion Yes What attracted citizens to Oro Valley was the vistas and open spaces. Now the "future" of Oro Valley is revenue driven, mostly by allowing
developers to change zoning limitations to whatever short-term profit-making scheme they can come up with, eventually leaving the town
with a lot of vacant commercial space and dense "ticky-tacky" housing that is spaced 10 ft. apart and in so many cases homes sited with an
east/west solar orientation that will require more resources for cooling as our climate gets hotter and drier. The developers easily
work around the need to prove that there will be enough potable water for the residents of their buildings for the next 100 years. It's all
based on collecting fees now and worrying about the repercussions later. In 10 years I expect Oro Valley to be struggling to exist as its own
town and trying not to get absorbed into Tucson.
3 0
4 / 1%
Event: Total / Percent
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HOW OV SUSTAINS: WATER PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
Increase awareness about the importance of water conservation
BIG Community Phone Survey Online Total/Percent Event Total/Percent
Q10 - Water Priorities: 78% and 57%8 / 42%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.486 12/15/2023 OV Public Library Yes Encouraging zero-water-use gardens
2.705 3/12/2024 Street Taco & Beer Co. Yes Great schools, great public library, water conservation
2.967 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes Water conservation
2.511 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Water conservation
3.869 3/12/2024 Street Taco & Beer Co. Yes Water conservation
3.35 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Water conservation
3.991 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Water conservation
3.1209 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes Water sustainability
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA How OV Conserves Comment Yes Encourage home owners & developers to plant appropriate
succulents, cactus & low - water plants to conserve water.
Zoning could then enforce stricter rules. Also. homeowners could
be educated through programs to rid their yards of high-water
landscapes to xeriscapes to save water.
NA NA
NA How OV Sustains Discussion Yes The low hanging fruit is addressing the 60% of potable water
used for residential irrigation. Trumpet this in community
information venues such as Behind the Meter. Encourage transition
to native plantings to enable less water use. Encourage rain water
collection. Institute a stepped / tiered pricing for high volume
water users. High volume should come at a cost. Increased cost
will drive behavior change. Grey water plumbing on all new builds
must be instituted; again, low hanging fruit. 1% savings of potable
water cutting golf course use needs to be placed in context. 1%
golf course vs 60% residential irrigation.
2 0
8 / 80%
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HOW OV SUSTAINS: WATER PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
3.1.78 Connect Discussion Yes Fiscal priorities. ADA compliance, pavement preservation, new
police station, maintanence of existing ammenties, water
conservation should be priorties. Stop bonding and live within our
means.
0 0
3.1.79 Connect Discussion Yes Totally agree on water conservation. What is bonding?0 0
NA How OV Conserves Comment Yes I think both maintaining views of the mountains and expanding and
improving OV's environmental conservation areas through bonds or
other funding sources such as grants should be top priority. Also,
no more dense residential area! Conserve water or Tucson will
look like Phoenix
NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Comment Yes We want to see a city-sponsored water harvesting project like
Tucson has implemented. Encourage neighborhood shade areas
and adopt Brad Lancaster's plan for water conservation and
harvesting.
NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Comment Yes I support everything listed above - and in addition, water use
conservation is important. Our state does not have water
resources to support current growth. What makes OV special is
NOT dense housing and plowed land for retail development that is
obsolete. We can't bring the natural landscape back once we plow
it over and pave it. Let's talk about the increasing heat issue that
Phoenix suffers from based on too few trees/water shed areas, and
too much asphalt. We need to prevent our town's nature to keep it
as cool as possible for as long as possible.
NA NA
3.1.35 Connect Discussion Yes PART OF LARGER COMMENT: Water conservation by the town! 1 0
3 0
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HOW OV SUSTAINS: WATER PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
Reduce consumption of drinking water
BIG Community Phone Survey Online Total/Percent Event Total/Percent
Q10 - Water Priorities: 55% - 66%2 / 11%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.693 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Drinking water going to wrong areas
3.551 1/9/2024 Community Recreation Center Yes Get rid of golf courses (too much water use)
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
3.1.71 Connect Discussion Yes Potable water should be the highest challenge in most parts of
AZ…OV included. Looking to other cities to see what models we
can replicate to capture water and use reclaimed water is smart
planning. Along with the water issue should be a lid on new
developments which will also deplete water.
0 0
NA How OV Sustains Discussion Yes Stewardship of water begins with the Town. Just as charity starts at
home. The TOV should model good water stewardship by
evolving and using technology to irrigate public spaces and
golf courses. The fact that TOV is still using potable water to
irrigate is beyond comprehension. If you want residents to practice
water conservation then the TOV must model this as well. There
simply is no valid reason to continue using potable water for public
and recreation space irrigation. If it involves upgrading
infrastructure, then so be it. Plan, budget, and determine a funding
source for this improvement, without raising taxes or water rates.
0 0
2 / 20%
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HOW OV SUSTAINS: WATER PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
Reduce consumption of drinking water by increasing water conservation requirements for new development
BIG Community Phone Survey Online Total/Percent Event Total/Percent
Q10 - Water Priorities: 66%2 / 11%
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA How OV Sustains Discussion Yes Banning the use of drinking water for golf course and
development related to turf irrigation. Gray water should already
be used for this. Use of gray water is more responsible and less
wasteful.
4 0
NA How OV Sustains Discussion Yes The low hanging fruit is addressing the 60% of potable water used
for residential irrigation. Trumpet this in community information
venues such as Behind the Meter. Encourage transition to native
plantings to enable less water use. Encourage rain water
collection. Institute a stepped / tiered pricing for high volume
water users. High volume should come at a cost. Increased cost
will drive behavior change. Grey water plumbing on all new builds
must be instituted; again, low hanging fruit. 1% savings of potable
water cutting golf course use needs to be placed in context. 1%
golf course vs 60% residential irrigation.
2 0
6 0
Reduce consumption of drinking water by banning the use of drinking water for golf courses
BIG Community Phone Survey Online Total/Percent Event Total/Percent
Q10 - Water Priorities: 63%7 / 37%
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
3.1.1 Connect Discussion Yes Lack of water. Reclaimed only for golf courses 8 1
NA How OV Sustains Discussion Yes Banning the use of drinking water for golf course and
development related to turf irrigation. Gray water should already
be used for this. Use of gray water is more responsible and less
wasteful.
4 0
0 / 0%
0 / 0%
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HOW OV SUSTAINS: WATER PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
NA How OV Sustains Discussion Yes We should use reclaimed water for lawns and golf courses. 3 0
3.1.37 Connect Discussion Yes Not correct, at least 2 golf courses use potable water for
irrigation also several parks in Oro Valley use potable water. to
the costs of millions of dollars!
1 0
3.1.36 Connect Discussion Yes Not all of them [golf courses], huge city expense on watering
with potable water.
1 0
3.1.38 Connect Discussion Yes I'm only aware of one of them using non-reclaimed water, and
they own their own wells, which gets them out of a regulatory bind.
0 0
3.1.70 Connect Discussion Yes PART OF LARGER COMMENT: 2. Potable Water - Using too much
on parks and golf course. Need to find way to use reclaimed
water.
0 0
17 1
Reduce consumption of drinking water by supporting the use of recycled water
BIG Community Phone Survey Online Total/Percent Event Total/Percent
Q10 - Water Priorities: 55%0 / 0%0 / 0%
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HOW OV SUSTAINS: CLIMATE PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
Pollution / Make Cleaner / Sustainability
BIG Community Phone Survey Online Total/Percent Event Total/Percent
Q5 - Suggested Changes related to Climate: 100%3 / 25%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.978 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Day to put waste like paint or oil out
3.996 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Need yard waste collection
3.1000 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Hazardous waste collection and recycling
3.256 11/13/2023 Water Utility Commission Yes Sustainability
3.1125 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Sustainability
3.490 12/15/2023 OV Public Library Yes Less Plastic
3.1128 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Trees dying
3.571 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes Climate change
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA How OV Sustains Comment Yes adjust our lifestyle slightly to save energy (e.g., set summertime
room temperature higher than in the past, yet still comfortable).
0 0
NA How OV Sustains Comment Yes I haven't been able to find any discussion about recycling in Oro
Valley , and I missed the opportunity to take the community survey,
so I'm adding my hope here that OV can become a leader when it
comes to recycling, not just cardboard and glass and aluminum, but
what about yard waste and kitchen scraps? I know UA is working on
a composting pilot program. Maybe this is something that could
be brought to Oro Valley? Keeping material out of the landfill and
turning it into something useful is a worthy goal. thanks for your
consideration. :)
0 0
NA How OV Sustains Comment Yes This would be great. I had heard the Tucson area doesn't actually
recycle glass, so I am curious if our glass is getting recycled. (Also,
plastic is a whole other question). I would LOVE a composting
program - we have our own bin but it gets full really fast.
0 0
8 / 62%
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HOW OV SUSTAINS: CLIMATE PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
Explore incentives for solar
BIG Community Phone Survey Online Total/Percent Event Total/Percent
Q15 - Energy & Sustainability: 67%2 / 17%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
2.707 3/12/2024 Street Taco & Beer Co. Yes Solar & EV charging everywhere
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA Comment Yes We just spent a small fortune to get rooftop solar. The federal
incentives are ok but the state incentive was only $1,000. If the city
could also add incentives, that might encourage more folks to
install solar .
NA NA
NA Comment Yes provide the quantitative analysis of different scenarios: how
much do we save by different measures (e.g., banning the use of
drinking water for golf course and development related to turf
irrigation?
NA NA
Allow energy efficient rooftops
BIG Community Phone Survey Online Total/Percent Event Total/Percent
0 / 0%
Reduce heat island effect through landscape and design
Online Total/Percent Event Total/Percent
6 / 50%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.1258 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Bigger trees - shade
3.1219 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes Need more trees
3.1022 3/19/2024 College of Veterinary Medicine Yes The weather. We could use more shade!
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
1 /8%
0 / 0%Q15 - Energy & Sustainability Priorities: 67%
BIG Community Phone Survey
Q15 - Energy & Sustainability Priorities: 66%3 / 23%
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HOW OV SUSTAINS: CLIMATE PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
3.1.21 Connect Discussion Yes Xerascaping seems to be a challenge with a current failure.
Turfgrass, as decoration, has no place in an arid environment.
We have it already and the proposal that came before the city
council to include an acre at the OV Marketplace should sound
alarms. Any developer suggesting we install an acre of turgrass
should be fired and escorted out of town.
1 0
NA How OV Conserves Comment Yes plant lots of native trees in right of way and new development NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Comment Yes Take away the views and you take away what makes us special.
Plant more native trees, including around walkways and paths.
Don't let us become another heat island.
NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Comment Yes I support everything listed above - and in addition, water use
conservation is important. Our state does not have water resources
to support current growth. What makes OV special is NOT dense
housing and plowed land for retail development that is obsolete.
We can't bring the natural landscape back once we plow it over
and pave it. Let's talk about the increasing heat issue that
Phoenix suffers from based on too few trees/water shed areas,
and too much asphalt. We need to prevent our town's nature
to keep it as cool as possible for as long as possible.
NA NA
1.1.34 Connect Discussion Yes When talking about proper design, I also think that we should not
have any grass anywhere. I was very disappointed that when we
had changes made at our Oro Valley community center, we had the
opportunity to not replant any grass and yet we did. This is the
type of decision making that should not happen, we should be
building with water saving landscape all the time. When we
bought our house, we had to spend serious money to remove
northern based plants in this new construction that we did not in
fact, billed ourselves, in order to stop irrigation requirements. If we
zone properly and have requirements that at the time we build
anything new we also require zero water scapes, this will assure
a more healthy and planned environment
3 0
1.1.108 Connect Discussion Yes Good reply! Xeriscaping (natural desert plantings) is the way to
go down here.
2 0
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HOW OV SUSTAINS: CLIMATE PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
Reduce heat island effects through building materials
BIG Community Phone Survey Online Total/Percent Event Total/Percent
0 / 0%
Explore incentives to increase use of energy efficient appliances
BIG Community Phone Survey Online Total/Percent Event Total/Percent
0 / 0%
Reduce dependency on vehicles by reducing travel distances
BIG Community Phone Survey Online Total/Percent Event Total/Percent
0 / 0%
Reduce carbon emissions by supporting EV
BIG Community Phone Survey Comparison Online Total/Percent Event Total/Percent
Q5 - Suggested Changes related to Climate: 50%1 / 8%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
2.707 3/12/2024 Street Taco & Beer Co.Yes Solar & EV charging everywhere
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes Supporting electric vehicles with charging stations NA NA
1 /8%
Q15 - Energy & Sustainability Priorities: 51%0 / 0%
Q15 - Energy & Sustainability Priorities: 66%0 / 0%
Q15 - Energy & Sustainability Priorities: 61%0 / 0%
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HOW OV DEVELOPS: ELEMENTS LIKED BEST / MOST VALUED
Clean/Cleanliness
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage
Q1 - Element Liked Most: 8%4 / 3%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
1.1342 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes Always clean
1.858 3/9/2024 Plaza Escondida Yes Amazing views and how clean it is
1.633 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes Beautiful roads, street art, clean!
1.1071 4/2/2024 Fruit Shack Smoothies, Bowls & Fresh Juices Yes Clean
1.240 11/7/2023 Planning and Zoning Commission Yes Clean
1.350 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Clean
1.438 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes Clean
1.586 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle Yes Clean
1.587 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle Yes Clean
1.697 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Clean
1.771 3/1/2024 Comment Box - La Reserve Yes Clean
1.856 3/9/2024 Plaza Escondida Yes Clean
1.859 3/9/2024 Plaza Escondida Yes Clean
1.910 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Clean
1.913 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Clean
1.841 3/8/2024 OVAC Swim Meet Yes Clean & safe community
1.309 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Clean and quiet environment
1.323 11/14/2023 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Yes Clean and safe community services
1.664 2/15/2024 Harvest on La Canada Yes Clean! Streets and store fronts.
1.914 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Clean, beauty, community
1.1363 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes Cleanliness
1.1383 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes Cleanliness
1.695 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Cleanliness
1.696 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Cleanliness
1.1447 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Cleanliness safety community neighborly Beautiful
1.422 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Cleanliness, location, and feels safe
1.1456 5/20/2024 El Conquistador Patio Homes HOA Yes Cleanliness, low crime & beautiful surroundings
1.958 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Friendly & clean
1.869 3/12/2024 Street Taco and Beer Co.Yes How safe and clean it is
1.838 3/8/2024 OVAC Swim Meet Yes Safe & clean
1.868 4/25/2024 Starbucks Yes Safe & clean
1.618 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Safe & clean!
1.381 11/28/2023 Board of Adjustment Yes Safe, clean
1.556 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Safe, family-oriented, clean, pretty nature
1.1435 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Safety cleanliness Naranja Park expansion
1.380 11/28/2023 Board of Adjustment Yes Safety, clean, beauty
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
1.1.7 Connect Discussion Yes Public safety, cleanliness, views, variety of neighborhoods, location, amenities.9 0
1.1.5 Connect Discussion Yes beauty, cleanliness, safety, high quality government services 7 0
1.1.65 Connect Discussion Yes My neighbors. The Police Department; Fires Services. The views and cleanliness.0 0
1.1.129 Connect Discussion Yes I love how clean it is, the outdoor activities, the Vistoso Nature Preserve, and the parks.0 0
16 0
Events: Total / Percentage
36 / 4%
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HOW OV DEVELOPS: ELEMENTS LIKED BEST / MOST VALUED
Small Town Feel
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage
Q1 - Element Liked Most: 5%4 / 3%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
1.1411 5/17/2024 Battle of the Bands Yes Low population and views
1.746 2/25/2024 Oracle Crossings Plaza Yes Relatively small
1.31 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Size
1.848 3/9/2024 Guns vs. Hoses Kickball Tournament Yes Slow paced is A+
1.551 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Small community
1.962 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Small community
1.976 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Small community
1.1253 4/9/2024 Panera/Chipotle Yes Small town
1.478 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Small town feel
1.613 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Small town feel
1.237 11/7/2023 Planning and Zoning Commission Yes Small town feel
1.1056 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Small town feeling
1.471 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Still a small town
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
1.1.2 Connect Discussion Yes The beauty and openess of our community. The small town atmosphere. The friendliness of folks in stores, on the streets, etc. I guess
that's 3 things!
7 0
1.1.47 Connect Discussion Yes I like the safety, the friendliness of the people and the service providers, how well kept both the private and the public properties are, the
lack of light pollution and feelings of ruralness while still having the amenities of suburbia.
5 0
NA How OV DevelopsComment Yes PART OF LARGER COMMENT: Oro Valley has a unique character of large lot single family homes and open space with mountain and
sunset views. We need to retain that character, and retain the gorgeous views. Annexation is positive only if we don’t build hoards of
soulless, small-lot homes with no character as we see going in now.
NA NA
NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes Oro Valley should remain a bedroom community with lots of open spaces. Mountain views should be preserved by limiting any condos
or apartments to two stories maximum.
4 4
16 4
Wide Open Spaces
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage
Q1 - Element Liked Most: 3%3 / 2%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
1.918 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Cleanliness, open space
1.1462 5/30/2024 Comment Box: CRC Yes Dry heat & not condensed like major cities
1.891 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Green space
1.484 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Low impact architecture and preserved nature space
1.544 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Open area planning
1.698 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Open desert & views
1.45 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Open space
1.48 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Open space
1.40 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Open space
1.246 11/9/2023 Neighborhood Meeting on 11.09.2023 Yes Open space
1.917 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Open space
1.692 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Open space
1.702 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Open space
1.712 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Open space
1.717 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Open space
1.904 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Open space & mountains
1.244 11/9/2023 Neighborhood Meeting on 11.09.2023 Yes Open space between development
13 / 1%
Events: Total / Percentage
Events: Total / Percentage
25 / 3%
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HOW OV DEVELOPS: ELEMENTS LIKED BEST / MOST VALUED
1.772 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Open space, beauty
1.1388 5/1/2024 Comment Box OV Hospital Yes Open spaces
1.711 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Open spaces
1.1389 5/1/2024 Comment Box OV Hospital Yes Open spaces/views
1.956 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Outdoors & open areas
1.429 12/4/2023 Historic Preservation Commission Yes Ov is not crowded, and there is plenty of open space and undeveloped space
1.1453 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Park & Green areas
1.526 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Wide open spaces
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
1.1.25 Connect Discussion Yes I like the visual openness and beauty the most: the Catalinas and surrounding mountains, saguaros, (landscaped and maintained) cacti and
desert plants along the streets and medians, Catalina State Park, and low level buildings and homes that blend into the landscape.9 0
1.1.2 Connect Discussion Yes The beauty and openess of our community. The small town atmosphere. The friendliness of folks in stores, on the streets, etc. I guess
that's 3 things!7 0
1.1.26 Connect Discussion Yes Open spaces, Walking trails, bicycle trails good streets and friendly people.6 0
22 0
Well Planned/Design
No Survey Comparison Online: Total / Percentage
4/ 3%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
1.63 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Architectural cohesiveness
1.1040 3/27/2024 Sun City Community Forum Yes Balance of open space vs developed space
1.214 11/4/2023 Movies on the law Yes Forward thinking, planning
1.748 2/25/2024 Oracle Crossings Plaza Yes Good planning - lovely
1.2 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Intelligent development code
1.1278 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Everything is tucked away in the landscape
1.754 2/27/2024 Noble Hops Yes Low building, not high rises
1.44 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Low density
1.484 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Low impact architecture and preserved nature space
1.10 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Moderate density
1.412 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes OV is well thought out and everything blends
1.412 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes OV is well thought out and everything blends
1.304 11/13/2023 Water Utility Commission Yes Responsible development
1.241 11/7/2023 Planning and Zoning Commission Yes Well built
1.20 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Well planned development
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
1.1.7 Connect Discussion Yes Public safety, cleanliness, views, variety of neighborhoods, location, amenities.9 0
1.1.41 Connect Discussion Yes We were attracted to OV because of it's reputation as a safe community as well as the exceptional views and access to nature. We like that it
has well maintained homes in nicely planned neighborhoods. 6 0
1.1.47 Connect Discussion Yes I like the safety, the friendliness of the people and the service providers, how well kept both the private and the public properties are, the
lack of light pollution and feelings of ruralness while still having the amenities of suburbia.5 0
1.1.37 Connect Discussion Yes "Properly designed" means properly funded apartment construction, including adequate parking, security lighting and access to
roadways. OV has an outstanding Planning Department that keeps a close watch on things, and they really put developers through
the wringer to build here. OV also has an excellent water department, and Director Abraham keeps close watch of new development to
ensure that our water needs are conserved.
0 0
20 0
Events: Total / Percentage
15 / 2%
143
HOW OV DEVELOPS: WAYS TO DESCRIBE ORO VALLEY
For being clean
No Survey Comparison Online: Total / Percent
0 / 0%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
2.730 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Clean
2.837 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistoso Yes Clean
2.198 11/9/2023 Neighborhood Meeting 11.09.2023 Yes Clean
2.540 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes Clean appearance
2.403 12/14/2023 Volunteer Reception Dinner Yes Clean streets, safety, good schools
2.851 3/27/2024 Sun City Community Forum Yes Clean/safe city
2.858 4/1/2024 Comment Box Oro Vista Apts Yes Cleanliness
2.924 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Cleanness
2.507 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Safe, clean & community
For being a well planned/designed community
No Survey Comparison Online: Total / Percent
1 / 2%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
2.366 12/7/2023 Riverfront Park Yes Balancing preservation and the needs for recreation
2.32 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Better building standards
2.34 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Coordination of growth
2.33 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Planned community
2.853 3/27/2024 Sun City Community Forum Yes Planned diverse development
2.7 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Sensible growth
2.1 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Well planned development
2.856 4/1/2024 Comment Box CRC Yes Wise land use, open space, small business, health focus
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
2.2.7 Connect Discussion Yes A community that has put the time and effort into planning for the future and still maintaining a sense of community.1 0
As a small town
No Survey Comparison Online: Total / Percent
0 / 0%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
2.1029 5/20/2024 El Conquistador Patio Homes Yes A bedroom community separate from Tucson
2.195 11/9/2023 Neighborhood Meeting 11.09.2023 Yes Small town
2.241 11/13/2023 Water Utility Commission Yes Small town community
2.470 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes Small town feel
2.194 11/9/2023 Neighborhood Meeting 11.09.2023 Yes Quaintness
2.196 11/9/2023 Neighborhood Meeting 11.09.2023 Yes Small town, safety
2.197 11/9/2023 Neighborhood Meeting 11.09.2023 Yes Small, quiet community
2.238 11/13/2023 Water Utility Commission Yes Smaller community feel
Event: Total / Percent
Event: Total / Percent
9 / 1%
8 / 1%
Event: Total / Percent
8 / 1%
144
HOW OV DEVELOPS: CHALLENGES AND CONCERNS
Managing Town Growth
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percent
Q3 - Biggest Challenges: 68%14 / 22%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.402 12/4/2023 Historic Preservation Commission Yes Accommodating economic growth while remaining appealing to residents who value a home-town feel
3.424 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes Allowing for and Managing Growth
3.562 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes Amount of growth
3.1111 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Amount of people & congestion
3.20 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Argument of staying small and growing large
3.1235 5/7/2024 La Hacienda Restaurant Yes Avoid overcrowding
3.879 3/13/2024 Center Pointe Vistoso HOA Yes Balancing growth with sense of community
3.450 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Building in the wash
3.340 11/26/2023 Honeybee Trailhead Yes Building up and development pace
3.518 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Change in growth
3.1287 5/30/2024 Comment Box: The Peak Apartments Yes Construction
3.1067 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Control development
3.973 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Control the development
3.25 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Controlled growth
3.302 11/16/2023 Stormwater Utility Commission Yes Controlled growth
3.1161 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes Controlled growth
3.1171 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes Controlling growth
3.1135 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Controlling housing, balance needs with aesthetics
3.981 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Development vs. non-development
3.822 3/6/2024 Roche Tissues Diagnostics Yes Don't make OV the next PHX!
3.526 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Excess growth
3.266 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Expanding
3.1076 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Getting too crowded
3.270 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Growing
3.631 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes Growing population
3.783 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Growing too big
3.784 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Growing too big
3.650 2/15/2024 Harvest on La Canada Yes Growing too much
3.53 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Growth
3.61 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Growth
3.190 11/7/2023 Planning and Zoning Commission Yes Growth
3.300 11/16/2023 Stormwater Utility Commission Yes Growth
3.342 11/26/2023 Honeybee Trailhead Yes Growth
3.459 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Growth
3.508 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Growth
3.537 1/9/2024 Community Recreation Center Yes Growth
3.768 3/1/2024 Comment Box - CRC Yes Growth
3.974 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Growth
3.1070 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Growth
3.1074 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Growth
3.1165 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes Growth
3.1244 5/17/2024 Battle of the Bands Yes Growth
3.1228 5/6/2024 Comment Box Stone Canyon Yes Growth
3.545 1/9/2024 Community Recreation Center Yes Growth - maintaining community feel
3.1220 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes Growth & maintaining the quality of life
3.592 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Growth (rapid)
3.1038 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistosos Yes Growth (too many people)
3.619 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes Growth (too much)
3.498 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Growth (too quickly)
3.407 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes Growth and crowding
3.1270 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Growth- and how to provide for that with public spaces financially
3.997 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Growth and road management
3.891 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Growth density
Event: Total / Percent
152 / 31%
145
HOW OV DEVELOPS: CHALLENGES AND CONCERNS
3.11 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Growth limitation versus financial needs
3.1261 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Growth Safety Hopefully young people
3.791 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Growth vs open space
3.799 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Growth vs Quality of life
3.1081 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Growth, housing
3.509 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Growth, infrastructure, water, schools concerns
3.431 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes Handling Growth
3.1034 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistosos Yes How to handle growth
3.823 3/6/2024 Roche Tissues Diagnostics Yes Imbalance growth (housing vs business)
3.753 2/25/2024 Oracle Crossings Plaza Yes Increase in population
3.1265 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Increase population = increase crime
3.1262 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Increased population
3.343 11/26/2023 Honeybee Trailhead Yes Influx of people
3.567 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes Infrastructure to support population
3.1252 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Infrastructure/Resources keeping up with growth
3.798 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Keep development in control
3.548 1/9/2024 Community Recreation Center Yes Keeping balance between housing, retail, businesses
3.187 11/7/2023 Planning and Zoning Commission Yes Learning to live with restricted growth opportunities
3.334 11/21/2023 Budget and Finance Commission Yes Maintaining population growth
3.1263 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Maintaining safety w/increased population
3.662 2/17/2024 Cold Beer & Cheeseburgers Yes Managing growth
3.565 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes Managing growth and adding more trails
3.1210 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes Managing housing & development to make sure to outstep resources
3.708 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Managing increased population & challenges that come w/it.
3.380 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Managing population and growth
3.22 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Mix of growth
3.986 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes More people (too crowded)
3.1098 4/9/2024 Panera/Chipotle Yes New people
3.1269 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Not enough retail vs residential
3.528 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Not knowing how Oro Valley will grow
3.1271 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Not over growing
3.989 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Number of people
3.14 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Outer city growth
3.1088 4/2/2024 Fruit Shack Smoothies, Bowls & Fresh Juices Yes OV development - balance between residents and community
3.404 12/4/2023 Historic Preservation Commission Yes Over development
3.781 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Over development
3.782 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Over development
3.700 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Overbuilding
3.1224 5/1/2024 Comment Box OV Hospital Yes Overbuilding
3.456 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Overbuilding
3.452 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Overbuilding - too many single family homes
3.1284 5/30/2024 Comment Box: CRC Yes Over-building - we need open space
3.1225 5/1/2024 Comment Box OV Hospital Yes Overbuilding/dangerous intersections
3.862 3/9/2024 Plaza Escondida Yes Overcrowded
3.787 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Overcrowding
3.858 3/9/2024 Plaza Escondida Yes Overcrowding
3.983 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Overcrowding
3.1005 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Overcrowding
3.589 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Overdevelopment
3.906 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Overdevelopment
3.1059 4/1/2024 Comment Box CRC Yes Overdevelopment
3.1211 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes Overdevelopment
3.1215 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes Overdevelopment
3.721 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Overgrowth
3.501 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Overpopulation
3.698 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Overpopulation
3.725 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Overpopulation
3.871 3/12/2024 Street Taco & Beer Co. Yes Overpopulation
3.897 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Overpopulation
146
HOW OV DEVELOPS: CHALLENGES AND CONCERNS
3.1093 4/9/2024 Panera/Chipotle Yes Overpopulation
3.1227 5/1/2024 Comment Box OV Hospital Yes Overpopulation
3.505 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Overpopulation and high density
3.618 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes Pace of growth
3.751 2/25/2024 Oracle Crossings Plaza Yes Population (increasing)
3.554 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes Population and traffic
3.555 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes Population and traffic
3.298 11/16/2023 Stormwater Utility Commission Yes Population for the size of the Town.
3.507 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Population growth
3.632 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes Population growth
3.475 12/14/2023 Volunteer Reception Dinner Yes Population, water
3.1030 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistosos Yes Pros & cons of development
3.312 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Resources per population
3.574 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes Safety of students and growing population
3.1206 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes Slow down the influx of people
3.517 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Slowing growth
3.909 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Smart growth
3.1072 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes To many houses
3.1177 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes Too many apartments and businesses being built when there is space open!
3.881 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Too many building not enough roads
3.884 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Too many people - too many homes
3.608 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes Too much building and not enough water
3.315 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Too much development
3.727 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Too much development as it pertains to water
3.780 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Too much development growth
3.308 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Too much growth
3.767 3/1/2024 Comment Box - CRC Yes Too much traffic & growth
3.892 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Too overpopulation
3.882 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Traffic & overdevelopment
3.595 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Water & overdevelopment
3.460 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Water and building
3.379 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Water and growth
3.388 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Water and growth
3.1278 5/20/2024 El Conquistador Patio Homes HOA Yes Water and growth
3.1250 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Water growth developers
3.769 3/1/2024 Comment Box - CRC Yes Water, growing population
3.1054 3/27/2024 Sun City Community Forum Yes Water, growth
3.1129 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Water/overpopulation
3.1052 3/26/2024 Oro Valley Bicycle Yes What to do with an influx of people? Parking Traffic Services to people
3.1257 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes With the constant expansion and growth ensuring sufficient infrastructure and amenities for residence (roads, schools, shops, restaurants)
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
3.1.17 Connect Discussion Yes Keeping the "town" environment and insuring that the community doesn't get too big. Keeping the community clean and managing
development so it doesn't look like Tucson.
1 0
3.1.39 Connect Discussion Yes Too much too fast growth need more afforable housing 1 2
3.1.39 Connect Discussion Yes No growth at all means closed businesses , fewer businesses relocating here and a hospital that can't be staffed. 1 2
3.1.12 Connect Discussion Yes The greatest challenge will be how to develop responsibility while preserving views and open spaces and also taking into consideration
the increase in traffic that will follow on roads that are already very congested and unsafe.
1 0
1.1.117 Connect Discussion Yes Future growth = congestion, crime and universal misery.0 1
3.1.63 Connect Discussion
Yes Overdevelopment and alternatives to funding town services. Give me a property tax, if necessary to fund basic services, before the "more
rooftops" overdevelopment/overcrowding funding model ruins the quality of life that brought many of us to Oro Valley.
2 1
3.1.5 Connect Discussion Yes Crime, congestion , high paying employers 4 1
NA How OV DevelopsComment Yes I think OV is a special place but I worry about the area becoming over-crowded much like Scottsdale. I'd prefer to see less high-density
housing and more higher end retail and restaurants that would serve the community. I see far too many of my neighbors traveling up to the
Phoenix / Scottsdale area for such since there is little for them around here . We need to feel more like the foothills area around Campbell
and Ina and minimize the number of chain restaurants and big box stores..
NA NA
147
HOW OV DEVELOPS: CHALLENGES AND CONCERNS
3.1.35 Connect Discussion
Yes
PART OF LARGER COMMENT: 6. Population....the people that only live here part time don't care as they take advantage of our roads,
cause more traffic, accidents, water usage, less parking, vehicle pollution, etc. Yes, they contribute to the economy here but at what cost?
They go back to their 'real homes' while we full time residences have to endure. Oracle HWY is becoming a parking lot....Traffic! Out of
state part-time visitors don't care as well as some locals. As an example our hiking trails are becoming dog infested poop areas (Honey Bee
Canyon hiking). We believe there needs to be a 'Citizen Enforcement' where locals call violators attention to pick up after their dogs. If not
this only negativity affects the natural wild animals. It's only going to get worse.
0 0
3.1.8 Connect Discussion Yes The biggest challenge for Oro Valley will be high density, housing, uncontrolled growth , and people saturation.2 1
3.1.80 Connect Discussion Yes Overdevelopment.0 0
3.1.81 Connect Discussion Yes Growth be careful of what you think you want because it may not be what you actually get!0 0
NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes I agree - we can't handle the traffic, we lose what makes the town amazing everytime we plow and inch of natural desert. We are losing the
"oro" as we turn into a Phoenix suburb. We are over populated and need to preserve what makes our town awesome.
0 1
3.1.25 Connect Discussion Yes My wife and I used to live in Green Valley AZ. They did not have an incorporated town government, no police department (they depend
upon Pima Co. Sheriff) and, most importantly, no apartments. Because of the high cost of living in Green Valley, only retirees and snow
birds can afford to live there (average age 72.9). This is a major reason why the Green Valley Hospital failed and closed, they could not
attract physicians to live close enough to service the emergency room. Nurses and techs had to travel from Rio Rico to staff the hospital.
Apartments do NOT mean "tenements," go down to Marana and see the beautiful apartments they are building next to the Outlet Mall.
New apartments are also being built on La Cholla in Tucson near the old Foothills Mall. We need tax revenues, and a diverse population
will enable sustainability. We are very much in favor of planned growt h and diversity.
0 0
12 9
Too Congested/Too Crowded
No Survey Comparison Online: Total / Percent
6 / 43%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.1111 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Amount of people & congestion
3.1235 5/7/2024 La Hacienda Restaurant Yes Avoid overcrowding
3.1198 4/25/2024 Starbucks Yes Californian people
3.1076 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Getting too crowded
3.631 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes Growing population
3.1038 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistosos Yes Growth (too many people)
3.407 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes Growth and crowding
3.753 2/25/2024 Oracle Crossings Plaza Yes Increase in population
3.1265 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Increase population = increase crime
3.1262 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Increased population
3.343 11/26/2023 Honeybee Trailhead Yes Influx of people
3.567 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes Infrastructure to support population
3.334 11/21/2023 Budget and Finance Commission Yes Maintaining population growth
3.1263 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Maintaining safety w/increased population
3.708 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Managing increased population & challenges that come w/it.
3.380 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Managing population and growth
3.986 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes More people (too crowded)
3.1098 4/9/2024 Panera/Chipotle Yes New people
3.989 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Number of people
3.862 3/9/2024 Plaza Escondida Yes Overcrowded
3.787 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Overcrowding
3.858 3/9/2024 Plaza Escondida Yes Overcrowding
3.983 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Overcrowding
3.1005 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Overcrowding
3.501 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Overpopulation
3.698 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Overpopulation
3.725 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Overpopulation
3.871 3/12/2024 Street Taco & Beer Co. Yes Overpopulation
Event: Total / Percent
47 / 31%
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HOW OV DEVELOPS: CHALLENGES AND CONCERNS
3.897 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Overpopulation
3.1093 4/9/2024 Panera/Chipotle Yes Overpopulation
3.1227 5/1/2024 Comment Box OV Hospital Yes Overpopulation
3.505 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Overpopulation and high density
3.751 2/25/2024 Oracle Crossings Plaza Yes Population (increasing)
3.554 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes Population and traffic
3.555 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes Population and traffic
3.298 11/16/2023 Stormwater Utility Commission Yes Population for the size of the Town.
3.507 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Population growth
3.632 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes Population growth
3.475 12/14/2023 Volunteer Reception Dinner Yes Population, water
3.574 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes Safety of students and growing population
3.1206 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes Slow down the influx of people
3.884 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Too many people - too many homes
3.533 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Too many people, conserving open sapce
3.892 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Too overpopulation
3.769 3/1/2024 Comment Box - CRC Yes Water, growing population
3.1129 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Water/overpopulation
3.1052 3/26/2024 Oro Valley Bicycle Yes What to do with an influx of people? Parking Traffic Services to people
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
3.1.5 Connect Discussion Yes Crime, congestion , high paying employers 4 1
1.1.117 Connect Discussion Yes Future growth = congestion , crime and universal misery.0 1
NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes I agree - we can't handle the traffic, we lose what makes the town amazing everytime we plow and inch of natural desert. We are losing the
"oro" as we turn into a Phoenix suburb. We are over populated and need to preserve what makes our town awesome.
0 1
3.1.35 Connect Discussion Yes PART OF LARGER COMMENT: 6. Population....the people that only live here part time don't care as they take advantage of our roads,
cause more traffic, accidents, water usage, less parking, vehicle pollution, etc. Yes, they contribute to the economy here but at what cost?
They go back to their 'real homes' while we full time residences have to endure. Oracle HWY is becoming a parking lot....Traffic! Out of
state part-time visitors don't care as well as some locals. As an example our hiking trails are becoming dog infested poop areas (Honey Bee
Canyon hiking). We believe there needs to be a 'Citizen Enforcement' where locals call violators attention to pick up after their dogs. If not
this only negativity affects the natural wild animals. It's only going to get worse.
0 0
NA How OV DevelopsComment Yes I think OV is a special place but I worry about the area becoming over-crowded much like Scottsdale. I'd prefer to see less high-density
housing and more higher end retail and restaurants that would serve the community. I see far too many of my neighbors traveling up to the
Phoenix / Scottsdale area for such since there is little for them around here . We need to feel more like the foothills area around Campbell
and Ina and minimize the number of chain restaurants and big box stores..
NA NA
3.1.63 Connect Discussion Yes Overdevelopment and alternatives to funding town services. Give me a property tax, if necessary to fund basic services, before the "more
rooftops" overdevelopment/overcrowding funding model ruins the quality of life that brought many of us to Oro Valley.
2 1
6 4
Construction/Growth
No Survey Comparison Online: Total / Percent
5 / 36%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.562 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes Amount of growth
3.340 11/26/2023 Honeybee Trailhead Yes Building up and development pace
3.518 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Change in growth
3.1287 5/30/2024 Comment Box: The Peak Apartments Yes Construction
1.352 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Construction is fast
3.526 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Excess growth
3.266 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Expanding
3.270 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Growing
3.783 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Growing too big
62 / 41%
Event: Total / Percent
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HOW OV DEVELOPS: CHALLENGES AND CONCERNS
3.784 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Growing too big
3.650 2/15/2024 Harvest on La Canada Yes Growing too much
3.34 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Growth
3.53 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Growth
3.61 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Growth
3.190 11/7/2023 Planning and Zoning Commission Yes Growth
3.300 11/16/2023 Stormwater Utility Commission Yes Growth
3.342 11/26/2023 Honeybee Trailhead Yes Growth
3.459 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Growth
3.508 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Growth
3.537 1/9/2024 Community Recreation Center Yes Growth
3.768 3/1/2024 Comment Box - CRC Yes Growth
3.974 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Growth
3.1070 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Growth
3.1074 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Growth
3.1165 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes Growth
3.1244 5/17/2024 Battle of the Bands Yes Growth
3.1228 5/6/2024 Comment Box Stone Canyon Yes Growth
3.592 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Growth (rapid)
3.619 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes Growth (too much)
3.498 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Growth (too quickly)
3.997 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Growth and road management
3.891 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Growth density
3.1261 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Growth Safety Hopefully young people
3.1081 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Growth, housing
3.509 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Growth, infrastructure, water, schools concerns
3.647 2/15/2024 Harvest on La Canada Yes Less building
3.641 2/15/2024 Harvest on La Canada Yes No development next to safeway
3.14 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Outer city growth
3.781 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Over development
3.782 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Over development
3.404 12/4/2023 Historic Preservation Commission Yes Over development
3.1224 5/1/2024 Comment Box OV Hospital Yes Overbuilding
3.456 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Overbuilding
3.452 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Overbuilding - too many single family homes
3.1225 5/1/2024 Comment Box OV Hospital Yes Overbuilding/dangerous intersections
3.906 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Overdevelopment
3.1059 4/1/2024 Comment Box CRC Yes Overdevelopment
3.1211 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes Overdevelopment
3.1215 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes Overdevelopment
3.721 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Overgrowth
3.618 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes Pace of growth
3.1072 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes To many houses
3.315 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Too much development
3.780 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Too much development growth
3.308 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Too much growth
3.767 3/1/2024 Comment Box - CRC Yes Too much traffic & growth
3.882 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Traffic & overdevelopment
3.379 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Water and growth
3.388 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Water and growth
3.1278 5/20/2024 El Conquistador Patio Homes HOA Yes Water and growth
3.1250 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Water growth developers
3.1054 3/27/2024 Sun City Community Forum Yes Water, growth
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
3.1.17 Connect Discussion Yes Keeping the "town" environment and insuring that the community doesn't get too big. Keeping the community clean and managing
development so it doesn't look like Tucson.
1 0
3.1.80 Connect Discussion Yes Overdevelopment.0 0
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HOW OV DEVELOPS: CHALLENGES AND CONCERNS
3.1.81 Connect Discussion Yes Growth be careful of what you think you want because it may not be what you actually get!0 0
3.1.8 Connect Discussion Yes The biggest challenge for Oro Valley will be high density, housing, uncontrolled growth , and people saturation.2 1
3.1.39 Connect Discussion Yes Too much too fast growth need more afforable housing 1 2
4 3
Balanced Growth
No Survey Comparison Online: Total / Percent
3 / 21%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.402 12/4/2023 Historic Preservation Commission Yes Accommodating economic growth while remaining appealing to residents who value a home-town feel
3.20 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Argument of staying small and growing large
1.1040 3/27/2024 Sun City Community Forum Yes Balance of open space vs developed space
3.1002 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Balancing amenities with small town feel
3.879 3/13/2024 Center Pointe Vistoso HOA Yes Balancing growth with sense of community
3.981 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Development vs. non-development
3.545 1/9/2024 Community Recreation Center Yes Growth - maintaining community feel
3.1220 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes Growth & maintaining the quality of life
3.1270 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Growth- and how to provide for that with public spaces financially
3.791 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Growth vs open space
3.799 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Growth vs Quality of life
3.823 3/6/2024 Roche Tissues Diagnostics Yes Imbalance growth (housing vs business)
3.548 1/9/2024 Community Recreation Center Yes Keeping balance between housing, retail, businesses
3.1210 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes Managing housing & development to make sure to outstep resources
3.1269 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Not enough retail vs residential
3.1088 4/2/2024 Fruit Shack Smoothies, Bowls & Fresh Juices Yes OV development - balance between residents and community
3.924 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Residential and retail development
3.778 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Retail & residential deveopment
3.337 11/21/2023 Budget and Finance Commission Yes Space and housing
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
3.1.39 Connect Discussion Yes No growth at all means closed businesses , fewer businesses relocating here and a hospital that can't be staffed. 1 2
3.1.25 Connect Discussion Yes My wife and I used to live in Green Valley AZ. They did not have an incorporated town government, no police department (they depend
upon Pima Co. Sheriff) and, most importantly, no apartments. Because of the high cost of living in Green Valley, only retirees and snow
birds can afford to live there (average age 72.9). This is a major reason why the Green Valley Hospital failed and closed, they could not
attract physicians to live close enough to service the emergency room. Nurses and techs had to travel from Rio Rico to staff the hospital.
Apartments do NOT mean "tenements," go down to Marana and see the beautiful apartments they are building next to the Outlet Mall.
New apartments are also being built on La Cholla in Tucson near the old Foothills Mall. We need tax revenues, and a diverse population
will enable sustainability. We are very much in favor of planned growt h and diversity.
0 0
3.1.12 Connect Discussion Yes The greatest challenge will be how to develop responsibility while preserving views and open spaces and also taking into consideration
the increase in traffic that will follow on roads that are already very congested and unsafe.
1 0
2 2
Opposition to Growth
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percent
Q2 - Elements Disliked: 1%3 / 5%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.701 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Reactions to dractic change
3.930 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes OV be more open to development
3.401 12/4/2023 Historic Preservation Commission Yes How to develop and not be static
3.766 3/1/2024 Comment Box - Encantada Yes Adapting to the "new"
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
3.1.40 Connect Discussion Yes We can't afford these lovely things without some increase in population.1 0
Event: Total / Percent
4 / 1%
19 /13%
Event: Total / Percent
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HOW OV DEVELOPS: CHALLENGES AND CONCERNS
3.1.39 Connect Yes No growth at all means closed businesses , fewer businesses relocating here and a hospital that can't be staffed. 1 2
NA How OV DevelopsComment Yes OV's history is one of annexations and development. It's how we can afford to pay for a high service level and avoid a sizeable property tax.
In the past 6 years we have ignored that history and placed a moratorium on any significant growth . If we continue down this path
the results will be unavoidable!NA NA
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HOW OV DEVELOPS: LAND DEVELOPMENT PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
A central gathering area with shopping, dining, and a performing and visual arts center
BIG Community Phone Survey Online Total/Percent
Q7 - Land Development Priorities: 58%6 / 12%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
2.432 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes A really fun downtown
2.726 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes A red square/plazza
3.639 2/10/2024 Cruise, BBQ & Blues at OV Marketplace Yes Developing a "Heart" or community center
3.362 11/29/2023 James D. Kreigh Park (iStroll Group)Yes Downtown area
3.1217 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes Downtown area - with more places like Savaya
3.305 11/16/2023 Stormwater Utility Commission Yes How do we establish a sense of place when we don’t have a true community town center (too much like
southern California)
3.1001 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Main Street center
3.1087 4/2/2024 Fruit Shack Smoothies, Bowls & Fresh Juices Yes Need a central area for people to gather and place for kids
2.351 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes Need a downtown OV
3.915 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Need a town center
2.915 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Need to build an amphitheater in OV
2.945 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes Performing Arts Center
3.32 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Providing venues for cultural events
2.632 3/1/2024 Comment Box - The Peak Yes Public Places, not suburbs nor strip malls
3.385 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Walkable city center
3.1126 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Want a downtown area
3.378 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes We need an OV gathering area with unique character
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA How OV Develops Comment Yes A central gathering area with shopping, etc would be great for this community. The current
Marketplace seems stalled out with nothing being publicized on what is happening. The Foothills mall
development is constantly updating the public and has stirred interest and excitement on how this will
turn out. There is no where to go in OV that is exciting, no good restaurants, no shopping at all. Stalled
out with constant chaos about high density development, which is horrible.
NA NA
3.1.11 Connect Discussion Yes Developing a greater sense of community by developing a central square concept as is found
throughout Europe. A central meeting place with great restaurants, pubs, and small retail shops. Oro
Valley Marketplace would be a good option for such a concept. The current plan for apartments and
hotels at the Marketplace would simply increase congestion and pollution.
8 1
1.1.45 Connect Discussion Yes Having no "center of town" is a huge problem. OV seems to have tried to make Steam Pump Ranch
an area for various events and also the Marketplace with art shows and the lighting of the OV Christmas
tree. However, someone has missed the mark on attracting people to these area consistently. The
opening of Van Gogh event in the Marketplace brought people to the area and the area restaurants.
That was a great strategy. Why can't planning revolve around revitalizing that area BEFORE we build
apartments and hotels that can support the interest of that area? I come from an area outside of
Chicago that has events to incorporate the community, such as Scarecrow Festival. A fall festival that
has families, businesses and organizations(girl scouts, churches, etc) that have scarecrow competition
around the town, with all sorts of events with food, storytelling for kids, music, etc. With the way OV
has developed, I am not sure how you would try to develop community traditions that everyone looks
forward to each year.
3 0
Event Total/Percent
17 / 13%
HOW OV DEVELOPS: LAND DEVELOPMENT PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
NA How OV Develops Discussion Yes I would like to see development of a “downtown” in OV. There are a number of strip malls (Fry’s,
Trader Joe’s, Sprouts), but no walkable, shop-dine areas where the community can gather without
cars/large parking lots.
3 3
1.1.43 Connect Discussion Yes The vacancies in a lack of a “center of town” really turned us off initially when we moved here in
2018. We’ve lived in several cities and towns in the US and elsewhere, and loved walk, ability, and
access to shopping and government at the same time in the same space. It’s possible in Oro Valley if
we really manage the use of space. Several opportunities exist for a center of town. We will also want
to think carefully about public transportation options for all ages, we need to bring the town together.
My concern was that for a time Oro Valley just looked like a bunch of strip malls and that’s not a draw.
3 0
3.1.76 Connect Discussion Yes They tried to create that central gathering place at the marketplace—including the
hotels/apartments. People didn’t think having an entertainment district was important or essential.
“Why would you want a stage area or playground where you shop?” “Who wants to listen to music in a
shopping center” these were some of the ridiculous arguments.
0 0
17 4
More Employment Options
BIG Community Phone Survey Online Total/Percent
Q7 - Land Development Priorities: 41%3 / 6%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.547 1/9/2024 Community Recreation Center Yes Recruiting and attracting employers
3.543 1/9/2024 Community Recreation Center Yes Employers
3.1203 4/26/2024 Friday Night Concerts at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Higher paying jobs - industries that are the future
3.1205 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes Having jobs available
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA Where OV Works Comment Yes Think it would benefit TOV to attract higher paying jobs to TOV. However, do realize that higher
paying jobs may increase the demand for TOV housing and drive prices up. Making affordable housing
even less attainable. BUT it might support more restaurants.
NA NA
3.1.5 Connect Discussion Yes Crime, congestion, high paying employers 4 1
3.1.7 Connect Discussion Yes Sustaining the low crime rate. Attracting more employers, less apartments and more homes, no more
parks and playgrounds (plenty for a 47,000 population and 1/3 seniors), another high end restaurant,
drive thru's, keep the bedroom community mentality.
4 2
More restaurants and retail
BIG Community Phone Survey Online Total/Percent
Q9 - Land Development: 40%16 / 32%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.189 11/7/2023 Planning and Zoning Commission Yes Attracting and keeping retail and commerce
3.55 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Attracting quality restaurants
3.426 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes Attracting Trendy Food Venues
3.904 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Attracting unique restaurants
3.384 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Better cafes in OV
3.914 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Better food
3.376 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Better restaurants
Event Total/Percent
4 / 3%
81 / 63%
Event Total/Percent
HOW OV DEVELOPS: LAND DEVELOPMENT PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
3.455 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Big franchise stores
3.1031 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistosos Yes Bring back Dick's Sporting Good!
3.886 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Build retail or market
3.1114 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Business
3.1113 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Business
3.1233 5/7/2024 La Hacienda Restaurant Yes Clean sides of the roads, more shopping, more restaurants
3.67 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Commercial development
3.7 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Commercial growth
3.46 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Department of commercial property
3.1256 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Diversity and Economic Growth.
3.68 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Economic development
3.258 11/13/2023 Water Utility Commission Yes Economic development
3.590 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Food! Fun outdoor activities!
3.586 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Food!! Need more quality options
3.272 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Get more restaurants and activities
3.17 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Good companies
3.18 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Good retail
3.316 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Grocery stores
2.643 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Grocery stores near OV marketplace
3.697 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Growth retail
3.749 2/25/2024 Oracle Crossings Plaza Yes Having more restaurants
3.852 3/9/2024 Guns vs Hoses Kickball Tournament Yes Having nicer walking & shopping centers and restaurants
3.194 11/7/2023 Planning and Zoning Commission Yes Increasing business employment in town
3.1139 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Lack of local business & restaurants
2.372 12/7/2023 Riverfront Park Yes Lack of Wholefoods
3.718 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Local stores for shopping
2.745 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes More coffee shops
2.751 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes More coffee shops!
2.702 3/9/2024 Plaza Escondida Yes More commercial development
3.1259 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes More commercial sectors & additional parks
2.501 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes More cookie shops
2.538 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes More good restaurants
3.971 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes More green space. Restaurants
2.973 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes More independent (locally owned) businesses
2.918 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes More local restaurants
3.593 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes More local stores, small businesses, building ok, community
3.375 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes More places to eat and buy clothing
2.635 3/1/2024 Comment Box - La Reserve Yes More restaurant options!
3.704 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes More restaurants
3.705 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes More restaurants
3.1223 5/1/2024 Comment Box Dental Group Yes More restaurants
3.900 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes More restaurants
3.920 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes More restaurants
3.1048 3/26/2024 Oro Valley Bicycle Yes More restaurants
3.1085 4/2/2024 Fruit Shack Smoothies, Bowls & Fresh Juices Yes More restaurants
3.1181 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes More restaurants
3.345 11/26/2023 Honeybee Trailhead Yes More restaurants and shops
3.976 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes More restaurants high end!
3.777 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes More retail up north
3.1127 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes More shopping markets
3.408 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes More shops
3.714 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes More unique/family owned restaurants
HOW OV DEVELOPS: LAND DEVELOPMENT PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
3.588 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Need boutiques
3.484 12/15/2023 OV Public Library Yes Need business
3.925 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Need businesses
2.947 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes Need doughnut shop in OV
3.859 3/9/2024 Plaza Escondida Yes Need more businesses shopping restaurants. I'd rather shop/eat in OV than in the city.
3.1162 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes Need more good restaurants
3.905 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Need more restaurants
2.733 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Needs a Costco
2.739 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Needs a Sams Club
3.888 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Opening commercial retail stores
3.894 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Pier 1
3.924 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Residential and retail development
3.1121 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Restaurant diversity
3.39 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Restaurants
3.69 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Restaurants
3.434 12/7/2023 Riverfront Park Yes Restaurants
3.778 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Retail & residential deveopment
3.1130 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes The current Chinese food selection
3.369 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Traffic and good restaurants
3.1112 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Traffic, affordable/available housing, local vendors/restaurants
3.901 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Variety of restaurants
2.253 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes We need more restaurants
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
3.1.64 Connect Discussion Yes Attracting new business, housing affordability, keeping the small-town feel with local businesses (not a
bunch of chains), creating a free community center for residents 0 0
NA Where OV Works Comment Yes I would love to see more small businesses incentivized to open in OV. And it would be great to
have more restaurants so we don't have to drive in to Tucson to go out to eat.
NA NA
NA Where OV Works Comment Yes Workforce retention is huge. We really need to attract a next level grade of workers. The community is
currently lacking a diverse range of cultural activity, entertainment opportunities and quality
restaurants NA NA
NA How OV Develops Comment Yes Suburbia has to change. Townhomes, duplexes, condos and apartments all have smaller footprints than
a neighborhood of luxury homes. We need places TO GATHER. Currently if I want to go somewhere, I
am going to have to travel (and use gas). Stop with all the strip malls. If you're going to build
somewhere where we can have LOCAL shops (no more chains!) and restaurants, have it be walkable
for people when they're there. Also, we have enough mattress stores and nail salons.
NA NA
NA How OV Develops Comment Yes I think OV is a special place but I worry about the area becoming over-crowded much like Scottsdale.
I'd prefer to see less high-density housing and more higher end retail and restaurants that would
serve the community. I see far too many of my neighbors traveling up to the Phoenix / Scottsdale area
for such since there is little for them around here. We need to feel more like the foothills area around
Campbell and Ina and minimize the number of chain restaurants and big box stores.
NA NA
NA How OV Develops Comment Yes I think we need to limit or avoid high density housing. Additionally, I’m finding many of my neighbors
wondering if there will ever be higher end shopping and restaurants more local. Currently one
needs to travel to Scottsdale or La Encantada for such. There are more than enough big box stores and
chain restaurants.NA NA
HOW OV DEVELOPS: LAND DEVELOPMENT PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
NA How OV Develops Comment Yes I am so very disappointed in Oro Valleys vision regarding commercial development in the
entertainment & shopping sector. You have such opportunity to develop, design & open mid-high
end properties in The Marketplace yet what just opened there is another DOLLAR STORE....Low End!!!
Marana, our next door town has the right vision with their projects & design of projects that are
developed. The Town of Oro Valley must step it up with a sophisticated approach!! This is not asking
too much, it should be required amongst yourselves. Thank you for your time......SB
NA NA
3.1.6 Connect Discussion Yes Housing affordability. Attracting more restaurants and businesses while keeping a good balance of
opened areas and protecting wildlife. I believe is perfectly acceptable to bring apartments, to continue
with the Marketplace planned changes and a variety of new businesses. Unlike many residents who are
against anything new, I feel our community is still lacking from having a variety of restaurants, stores
and entertainment. Maintaining a good balance we could be able to have it all and still maintain our
small town feel. We just can't stop progress.
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3.1.62 Connect Discussion Yes 5. Better restaurants with beautiful outdoor patio dining! Nicely designed restaurants with more
regional branding! Who wants to sit in a strip center restaurant with chairs and tables on the front
sidewalk of a parking lot. This is what to many OV restaurants have. Not the atmosphere OV
should want. 0 0
NA How OV Develops Comment Yes For zoning changes - I recommend stopping paint stores, storage unit companies and generic
franchises from building on top view shed properties. WHY IS THERE A PAINT SOTRE WHERE
THERE SHOULD BE A RESTAURANT WITH AN OUTDOOR PATIO VIEWING PUSCH RIDGE!?
WHY ARE THERE STORAGE UNITS ALSO SITTING ON PRIME PROPERTY THAT VIEWS PUSCH
RIDGE? Oro Valley zoning staff has been failing for the last 25 years and needs to prioritize proper use
of the land that has views. And no more high rises, and no more high density residential, unless is it
next to Ina Rd area.
NA NA
NA How OV Develops Comment Yes Restaurants are fine - but no more apartments! They are not needed now that we have that sore
thumb ugly monstrosity on 1st Av and along the loop. Oro Valley now has TOO MANY APARTMENTS
NOW. STOP IT! High-density is now not needed now that there is already too many. They do not fit in
& there is no need.
NA NA
NA How OV Develops Comment Yes I think OV is a special place but I worry about the area becoming over-crowded much like Scottsdale.
I'd prefer to see less high-density housing and more higher end retail and restaurants that would
serve the community. I see far too many of my neighbors traveling up to the Phoenix / Scottsdale area
for such since there is little for them around here . We need to feel more like the foothills area around
Campbell and Ina and minimize the number of chain restaurants and big box stores..
NA NA
NA How OV Develops Comment Yes We need more business not apartments. We have plenty of people on the streets and in the schools.
We have plenty of apartments. The apartments on oracle and lambert are a source of much traffic
congestions and problems. It is dangerous when they turn left out of the apartments at that busy
intersection. Residents travel all the way down Oracle for restaurants, shopping and Groceries. Trader
Joes or Sprouts would be great up here. We don't need any more 99 cent stores or Below 5.
NA NA
NA How OV Develops Comment Yes I think we need to limit or avoid high density housing. Additionally, I’m finding many of my
neighbors wondering if there will ever be higher end shopping and restaurants more local.
Currently one needs to travel to Scottsdale or La Encantada for such. There are more than enough big
box stores and chain restaurants.
NA NA
HOW OV DEVELOPS: LAND DEVELOPMENT PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
1.1.89 Connect Discussion Yes Exactly, we need to build more small shopping centers to attract shoppers from neighboring
towns but not just the same big box stores every town already has. We need specialty niche
stores and a truly unique shopping center unlike anything the neighboring towns have. Imagine
something like the Irvine Spectrum in Irvine, California in our Oro Valley Marketplace. We already have
a large retailer so instead of Target we have Walmart and we already have a movie theater there along
with some places to eat. What we're missing there is more ambiance and of course those unique
specialty stores. I'm not sure we can blame the failure of that Best Buy on Oro Valley because big box
stores all over the nation are struggling and I honestly can't remember the last time I went inside a Best
Buy....it's been since before Covid.
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3.1.62 Connect Discussion Yes PART OF A LARGER COMMENT: Marketing and a great city planner for OV to bring the right kind
of business prospects to come to our Town with sophistication! OV has so many very bad looking
standard typical strip centers! There is not enough pressure being put on the commercial
business/property owners/developers to design wonderful buildings for retail and restaurants i.e.
signage ordinances, enough landscaping, interesting regional elevations, high end art, etc. Does OV
even have guidelines like this in place? Don't cave to the developers just to have them bring their
projects to OV. Please make them adhere to high standards that OV needs to put in place!
0 0
2 0
More housing options
BIG Community Phone Survey Online Total/Percent
Q7 - Land Development Priorities: 37%9 / 18%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.1234 5/7/2024 La Hacienda Restaurant Yes Need town homes/condos 1 & 2 story buildings
3.591 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes We need more housing options & less regulation
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA How OV Develops Comment Yes Suburbia has to change. Townhomes, duplexes, condos and apartments all have smaller footprints
than a neighborhood of luxury homes. We need places TO GATHER. Currently if I want to go
somewhere, I am going to have to travel (and use gas). Stop with all the strip malls. If you're going to
build somewhere where we can have LOCAL shops (no more chains!) and restaurants, have it be
walkable for people when they're there. Also, we have enough matress stores and nail salons.
NA NA
NA How OV Develops Comment Yes
As noted in the video, most (77%) of the land in Oro Valley is zoned and used for single family
residential development. However, not everyone can afford single family residences. Years ago, when
Oro Valley was starting to develop, other types of housing including attached townhouses (one and
two story) and small lot detached homes were built. I think that would be appropriate in certain
locations near major transportation corridors such as Oracle Road and Tangerine. If such housing is not
built in Oro Valley people who work here but can't afford single family residences, including teachers,
police officers, and medical personnel, will be forced to live elsewhere and commute to town daily,
adding to traffic on major streets.
NA NA
NA How OV Develops Comment Yes I love the live work and play. We need to have an allow mix-development in new apartments.The
new projects would allow job, flexible rents, restaurants, smaller office space etc.How about
grocery downstairs,and apartments above. Bars and restaurants, ice cream shops below and apartments
above and behind. Sun Tran pick I Up and drop off close or near by when you have more high density
housing mixed with commercial projects.
NA NA
Event Total/Percent
2 / 2%
HOW OV DEVELOPS: LAND DEVELOPMENT PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes To support a healthy, vibrant community, there needs to be a mix of low, medium and high
density areas. We have plenty of low and medium density developments. To support and help balance
the amount of commercial we have (and to encourage new commercial to come here), we have to have
higher density developments to get more people on the limited amount of land we have left. People
who work here can't afford to live here. And I bet that if most homeowners were to try and purchase
their homes again today at their current value with current interest rates, they would not be able to
purchase the home they live in. Why would we stick our noses in the air and penalize people who didn't
move here 5 years ago when housing prices were more affordable? Current housing in Oro Valley is not
affordable, so let's give people options.
5 3
NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes
Completely agree. A variety of housing options would allow more people to live in the city, bring in
tax payer dollars, and bring in diverse populations such as younger families and working class folks.
5 3
NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes They should only be one floor homes, and should require natural landscaping and preserve the
natural desert as much as possible.
2 3
NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes
OV shouldn't be just for the extremely wealthy. We should have all housing types, including
apartments. I really like the idea of housing above businesses for people who want to rely less on cars.
The US model of suburbia is not sustainable in the long term. What about townhouses? There needs to
be thought into the development. There has to be an alternative to overpriced jammed in like sardines
tract houses or $$$$ houses on huge plots.
1 0
NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes
I see two story condominiums as the answer. They're easier to finance and make a great way to build
credit and they're a good investment versus throwing money away each month to apartment rent. Not
all seniors want the bells and whistles and of course the ridiculous price that comes with a retirement
communities. Condos are a great option for people looking to start out or downsize.
1 0
NA Who OV Is Discussion Yes Condos, townhomes, duplexes, apartments. The single home luxury home on large plots MUST
STOP. We need actual affordable housing for people. Not just boomers who have $$$$$$$$$$$.
1 0
15 9
None / No More Development
BIG Community Phone Survey Online Total/Percent
Q7 - Land Development Priorities: 8%12 / 24%
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes Exactly. No more building at all.5 1
NA How OV Develops Comment Yes None of these options are necessary to be a more self-sufficient community NA NA
NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes We have enough residents. We don't need high or low paying jobs. We're overpopulated and folks
need to commute if they want to live here. The point of Oro Valley is to live away from development
and embrace nature.
5 1
NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes The remaining land should be preserved. The native animals and native plants should be protected. 4 0
NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes It would be better to not develop it at all. 5 3
NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes The remaining land should be used for a wildlife preserve. It should not be built on.3 1
Event Total/Percent
0 / 0%
HOW OV DEVELOPS: LAND DEVELOPMENT PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
As the town grows it becomes more expensive. So limit the growth. Why do we need to grow?
Becoming more crowded and increasing demands on the community does not make the town better in
fact as it grows so do all the urban sprawl issues such as drugs, crime, culture clashes, and traffic.
NA Where OV Works Comment Yes The highest priority should be NOT plowing down what's left of the natural terrain for economic
development but using what's already there to the best of our ability. We have too many open
commercial properties and spaces that are wasteful. Commercial owners should be incentivized to
repurpose and improve spaces that exist today rather than build on natural desert. From the list
above, resorts that preserve and are low density, entrepreneurship, medical and health care
employment make the most sense. We don't need more traffic and retail is a dying industry. Foothills
mall renovation is a great example of repurposing and its close. We don't need to replicate what
already exists in the county and Marana. Public transportation is also a big problem. Get hydrogen
powered buses up to OV so people can get into town safely for work or play
NA NA
NA How OV Develops Comment Yes I agree, the rapid development has to stop. The character of this community is changing so fast that
residents who have lived here for years feel overwhelmed. For example, if there is to be a change in
existing zoning laws for development, it needs to be put up for vote by the people, not a couple of pro
business/development city council members. Secondly, Oracle Road is flat out dangerous and a
dagger in the heart of this community. The speed limit from Magee north is 50 mph, which means
drivers are 60-65, and running lights. The number of people killed and serious accidents from Hardly
north has increased dramtically with the growth. We do not need another national fast food chain or
multi story apartment complex on Oracle Road. People who drive on Oracle are at risk if we let that
happen. Let that growth go the Marana, Vail, and Irvington Road. We can pay for city services now, we
do not need all this additional growth to pad the city's coffers.
NA NA
NA Where OV Lives Comment Yes Development and growth of the built environment are not necessary to enhance our community.
We should be preserving our remaining precious land and focusing efforts on transforming our existing
buildings into a mix of housing for many income tiers and more walkable/bikable mini-communities with
needed services, restaurants and more nearby.
5 1
Comment Yes I would hope the land would be zoned for a combination of eco friendly industries with high
paying jobs and single family homes. I am not understanding the desire for this town council to
attract low income families. If you build apartments for low income families they will come. And
currently the town is on track to build a good number of low income apartments. Low income families
need a lot of services that aren’t currently offered in Oro Valley; such as food banks, public
transportation, public health services, etc. Not sure where these types of services come into the
equation for the town council.
Comment Yes I don't support any new developments that require razing the desert. Otherwise we'll end up like
Phoenix. We should focus on filling the existing housing supply and trying to attract more full-time
residents.
Planning / Development
No Survey Comparison Online Total/Percent
4 / 8%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.1251 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes 0% Property left. THEN WHAT?
3.200 11/9/2023 Neighborhood Meeting on 11.09.2027 Yes City planning
3.1286 5/30/2024 Comment Box: CRC Yes DEVELOPERS! No more strip malls. No more high end $$$ large lot new neighborhoods
Event Total/Percent
12 / 9%
HOW OV DEVELOPS: LAND DEVELOPMENT PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
3.280 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Development
3.191 11/7/2023 Planning and Zoning Commission Yes In-fill development
3.471 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Making it into a city
3.746 2/25/2024 Oracle Crossings Plaza Yes Managing perimeter area of OV - west of central OV
3.652 2/15/2024 Harvest on La Canada Yes More development
3.1090 4/9/2024 Panera/Chipotle Yes Organized development
3.286 11/14/2023 Parks and Rec. Advisory Board Yes Running out of land
3.520 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes What you allow to be built
3.642 2/15/2024 Harvest on La Canada Yes Zoning & planned growth
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA How OV Conserves Comment Yes Dense housing developments must be offset by open spaces, some accessible and others not. It is
alarming to see the side by side developments that contribute to heat trapping corridors and detract
from our community's natural beauty and draw.
NA NA
NA How OV Develops Comment Yes PART OF LARGER COMMENT: Building Codes need strict enforcement and strict inspections. The
area inside Rancho Vistoso Loop is archeologically dense and should be carefully protected with
minimal development only in areas outside of floodplain and outside of archeological areas.
Same with the Catalina Foothills - viewsheds should continue to be protected with development
only in non-viewshed areas and non-flood non-erosion hazard areas only. Continue with improving
safe bike trail connectivity. Number one regulation that needs to continue to be enforced is Dark Skies
related regulations to continue to protect our dark skies for the health of the community, environment,
and Kitt Peak. There is a lot of built-out areas and so as the community has less space for
development, zoning should switch to sustainable approach - Town will need road and storm drain
maintenance funds and that future money must be generated by commercial business taxes - so that is
where the Town needs to focus - IT IS THAT SIMPLE.
NA NA
NA How OV Develops Comment Yes PART OF LARGER COMMENT: High density housing should be strictly limited, and building heights
should not obscure the views. No 4-5 story building unless it doesn’t mar the vistas.
Oro Valley development needs to have a vision of creating and maintaining a special ambiance that
brings people in to enjoy and participate in our unique lifestyle and culture, not hide it behind drab,
ugly or cheap developments.
NA NA
NA Where OV Works Comment Yes I found these concepts Very interesting - It's all about designing vibrant, walkable neighborhoods,
where all essentials lie within a 20-minute reach - - Feels very much like what the OV Marketplace
could become. I would ask the Town of OV to review and adopt many of these concepts for future
development of OV. https://www.dpz.com/the-5-minute-neighborhood15-minute-city-and-20-minute-
suburb/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/climate-environment/2023/11/28/15-minute-city/
https://www.gensler.com/blog/the-future-of-the-20-minute-city
NA NA
Building or zoning standards
BIG Community Phone Survey Online Total/Percent
Q5 - Suggested Changes related to Land Development: 10%0 / 0%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
2.32 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Better building standards
Event Total/Percent
12 / 9%
HOW OV DEVELOPS: LAND DEVELOPMENT PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
3.788 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Cap height restriction
3.789 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Cap height restriction
3.1037 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistosos Yes Everything looks the same
3.790 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Keep light restriction
3.563 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes Keeping zoning guidelines in place
2.1028 5/20/2024 El Conquistador Patio Homes Yes Maintaining a desirable prestigious community
3.1174 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes Restricting building heights to 3 stories
3.1094 4/9/2024 Panera/Chipotle Yes Strict signage destroying development
3.1237 5/7/2024 La Hacienda Restaurant Yes Need more ADA bathrooms at parking lots
3.8 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Zoning issues
2.518 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes Low Rise! Not anything over 45' including hotels, commercial
162
HOW OV TRAVELS: ELEMENTS LIKED BEST / MOST VALUED
Good roads/Road maintenance/Maintained Infrastructure
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percentage
Q1 - Element Liked Most: 3%2 / 2%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
1.633 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes Beautiful roads, street art, clean!
1.336 11/16/2023 Stormwater Utility Commission Yes Best bike lanes and pavement management
1.517 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Clean Streets
1.421 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Clean streets
1.1023 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistoso Yes Good roads
1.236 11/7/2023 Planning and Zoning Commission Yes Good roads
1.1463 5/30/2024 Comment Box: CRC Yes Great roads - city manages budget well.
1.26 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Infrastructure
1.830 3/6/2024 Roche Tissue Diagnostics Yes Less potholes
1.777 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Quick road maintenance
1.58 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Road maintenance
1.319 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Roads
1.70 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Roads
1.1384 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes Roads
1.1358 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes Roads are clean
1.594 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes Smooth roads
1.339 11/16/2023 Stormwater Utility Commission Yes So far OV has excellent road-traffic system
1.1038 3/26/2024 Oro Valley Bicycle Yes Street light on RV Blvd
1.21 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Streets
1.419 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes The roads and mountains
1.1410 5/17/2024 Battle of the Bands Yes Things get done, police & roads
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
1.1.26 Connect Discussion Yes Open spaces, Walking trails, bicycle trails good streets and friendly people.6 0
1.1.63 Connect Discussion Yes Safety, views, quality of homes, access to biking, hiking and other recreational activities, quality of roads, OVPD and other public services. 3 0
9 0
Low Traffic
No Survey Comparison Online: Total / Percentage
3 / 2%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
1.577 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle Yes Chill; low traffic
1.406 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Less traffic
1.724 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Low traffic
1.538 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Low traffic
1.447 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes Low Traffic
1.23 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Low traffic
1.11 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Moderate traffic
1.357 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes No traffic after 6 PM
1.1285 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Quietness & low traffic
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
1.1.38 Connect Discussion Yes First, OV is safe and secure, thanks to our OV Police Department! Also, our homes maintain their value due to pride of home ownership,
enforcement of reasonable HOA rules, low multifamily housing units (apartments, condos, townhomes), reasonable traffic, and
affordability. Great place to live and work, whether with an entire family or not!
5 0
Events: Total / Percentage
9 / 1%
Events: Total / Percentage
21 / 2%
163
HOW OV TRAVELS: ELEMENTS LIKED BEST / MOST VALUED
1.1.57 Connect Discussion Yes The traffic level is great (coming from someone who moved from Florida). Also, the number of events in the area and the "town"
atmosphere.
1 0
1.1.84 Connect Discussion Yes There's so much to like about OV. The two things I like most about it though are that it feels safe and there's very little traffic. I've moved
around the country trying to find a place where I could enjoy both of these things and I found it here in OV. I don't like seeing all of the
housing development that's been going on lately because I feel like if things keep going in this direction all of the things that attracted me
to OV will disappear and I'll have to move again; probably out of state. We don't need to add more housing to OV because the surrounding
cities are doing enough of that, and those residents will travel to OV to shop. We need to focus on incentivizing more businesses to come to
OV not build more housing.
1 0
7 0
HOW OV TRAVELS: WAYS TO DESCRIBE ORO VALLEY
For its well maintained roads and low traffic
No Survey Comparison Online: Total / Percent
0 / 0%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
2.396 12/14/2023 Volunteer Reception Dinner Yes Clean air/streets
2.403 12/14/2023 Volunteer Reception Dinner Yes Clean streets, safety, good schools
2.18 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Excellent roads and transportation
2.302 11/26/2023 Honeybee Trailhead Yes Less traffic than California
2.619 2/27/2024 Noble Hops Yes Nature, desert, low traffic, low population
2.49 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Roads
2.440 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Roads
2.441 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Traffic
2.794 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Well maintained roads
Event: Total / Percent
9 / 1%
164
HOW OV TRAVELS: CHALLENGES AND CONCERNS
Traffic Concerns
BIG Community Phone Survey Comparison Online: Total / Percent
Q2 - Elements Disliked: 18%12 / 18%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
1.546 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Control speeders in town
3.495 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Controlling traffic
3.1229 5/6/2024 Comment Box Stone Canyon Yes Getting snowbirds to actually drive the speed limit! Too many drive 10-15 mph under the posted speed!!!
3.1236 5/7/2024 La Hacienda Restaurant Yes Growth traffic
3.1061 4/1/2024 Comment Box Oro Vista Apts Yes Increased traffic
3.1194 4/25/2024 Starbucks Yes Increasing traffic
3.28 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Keep traffic controlled
3.1065 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Keeping traffic from getting too much
3.797 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Lower the speed limit on La Canada
3.637 2/10/2024 Cruise, BBQ & Blues at OV Marketplace Yes Managing Traffic
3.293 11/16/2023 Stormwater Utility Commission Yes Much more vehicle traffic
3.680 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes New residential taking up open space & traffic
3.201 11/9/2023 Neighborhood Meeting on 11.09.2028 Yes No traffic congestion
3.476 12/14/2023 Volunteer Reception Dinner Yes People running red lights
3.554 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes Population and traffic
3.555 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes Population and traffic
3.771 3/1/2024 Comment Box - the Peak Yes Reckless drivers
3.1023 3/19/2024 College of Veterinary Medicine Yes The traffic
3.1024 3/19/2024 College of Veterinary Medicine Yes The traffic
3.1025 3/19/2024 College of Veterinary Medicine Yes The traffic
3.896 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Too much traffic
3.512 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Too much traffic
3.372 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Too much traffic
3.767 3/1/2024 Comment Box - CRC Yes Too much traffic & growth
3.1214 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes Traffic
3.1066 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Traffic
3.1055 3/27/2024 Sun City Community Forum Yes Traffic
3.1057 3/27/2024 Sun City Community Forum Yes Traffic
3.985 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Traffic
3.895 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Traffic
3.899 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Traffic
3.825 3/6/2024 Roche Tissues Diagnostics Yes Traffic
3.779 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Traffic
3.773 3/1/2024 Comment Box - La Reserve Yes Traffic
3.774 3/1/2024 Comment Box - La Reserve Yes Traffic
3.682 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Traffic
3.660 2/17/2024 Cold Beer & Cheeseburgers Yes Traffic
3.663 2/17/2024 Cold Beer & Cheeseburgers Yes Traffic
3.664 2/17/2024 Cold Beer & Cheeseburgers Yes Traffic
3.644 2/15/2024 Harvest on La Canada Yes Traffic
3.645 2/15/2024 Harvest on La Canada Yes Traffic
3.626 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes Traffic
3.627 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes Traffic
3.634 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes Traffic
3.462 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Traffic
3.594 1/18/2024 Stacks Book Club Yes Traffic
3.371 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Traffic
3.383 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Traffic
3.391 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Traffic
3.196 11/9/2023 Neighborhood Meeting on 11.09.2023 Yes Traffic
3.9 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Traffic
Event: Total / Percent
79 / 16%
165
HOW OV TRAVELS: CHALLENGES AND CONCERNS
3.13 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Traffic
3.56 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Traffic
3.63 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Traffic
3.987 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Traffic
3.882 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Traffic & overdevelopment
3.1062 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Traffic (Magee to Tangerine)
3.369 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Traffic and good restaurants
3.370 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Traffic and lack of open space
3.382 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Traffic and water
3.481 12/15/2023 OV Public Library Yes Traffic concerns
3.621 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes Traffic congestion
3.406 12/4/2023 Historic Preservation Commission Yes Traffic congestion
3.1108 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Traffic control; speeds
3.623 2/8/2024 Fork & Fire Smokehouse and Taproom Yes Traffic during snowbird season
3.1109 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Traffic increasing
3.1068 3/30/2024 OV Eggstravaganza Yes Traffic jam
3.428 12/5/2023 CDO Soccer Alliance at Naranja Park Yes Traffic Management
3.331 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Traffic management
3.864 3/9/2024 Plaza Escondida Yes Traffic on main roads with development north
3.1168 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes Traffic on Oracle
3.325 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Traffic on Oracle
3.885 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Traffic reduction
3.607 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes Traffic safety (visibility of cops)
3.1095 4/9/2024 Panera/Chipotle Yes Traffic too much
3.995 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Traffic water
3.1112 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Traffic, affordable/available housing, local vendors/restaurants
3.346 11/28/2023 Board of Adjustment Yes Water, traffic
3.1052 3/26/2024 Oro Valley Bicycle Yes What to do with an influx of people? Parking Traffic Services to people
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
3.1.22 Connect Discussion Yes PART OF LARGER COMMENT: ….The traffic has gotten very bad, 4 0
NA Who OV Is Discussion Yes Better traffic planning.4 0
3.1.14 Connect Discussion Yes PART OF LARGER COMMENT....TRAFFIC - Need better planning to accommodate enviable growth. Need to fix some areas that were not
laid out with growth in mind. The NW corner of 1st Ave/Oracle and the Woodburn/Safeway alley mess come to mind.
2 1
3.1.26 Connect Discussion Yes It seems that traffic is getting worse every day, and the number of accidents is increasing. Once upon a time, OV was noted for speed
enforcement, but it appears that this is no longer the case. Hoping to see that this is a priority as we move forward.
1 0
3.1.12 Connect Discussion Yes The greatest challenge will be how to develop responsibility while preserving views and open spaces and also taking into consideration the
increase in traffic that will follow on roads that are already very congested and unsafe.
1 0
3.1.61 Connect Discussion Yes I think traffic and over crowding in schools will be OV's biggest challenges if we keep allowing builders to build all of these dense housing
projects. I spent a large part of my adult life living in California and I completely understand what it's like to have to commute 1.5 hours in
each direction to a workplace because the housing is too expensive. I also know what high density housing does to the school system and
it's terrible, which was why we chose the long commute to get to a school system that didn't have 25 or more students per classroom. I've
been in school districts where they didn't have enough classrooms and teachers were teaching in the hallways. Please stop the housing
construction, don't let this happen to OV. I don't think anything needs to change here, growing for the sake of growth doesn't make sense.
1 0
3.1.62 Connect Discussion Yes PART OF LARGER COMMENT: Challenges: Actually this is now - current times! If you aren't doing this now the future for OV will look
unattractive and bleak.
1. Keeping OV's natural beauty, litter free streets. OV is already getting littered with trash all along Oracle, 1st Ave, Tangerine etc. Please
don't become Tucson where the street and highway trash is absolutely awful. Oracle State Hwy. is so heavily used and finally has been re-
paved but the center medians need attention in landscaping. Pressure should be put on the AZ State to do their part like they do in the
Phoenix metroplex, highways in Sedona etc. I guess they and others regard Pima county poor and not worthy of beautifying their roads and
highways!
2. Traffic!!......Law enforcement!!
0 0
NA Where OV Lives Discussion Yes I agree - we can't handle the traffic, we lose what makes the town amazing everytime we plow and inch of natural desert. We are losing
the "oro" as we turn into a Phoenix suburb. We are over populated and need to preserve what makes our town awesome.
0 1
3.1.67 Connect Discussion Yes Traffic safety and speeding on our roads 0 0
166
HOW OV TRAVELS: CHALLENGES AND CONCERNS
3.1.13 Connect Discussion Yes I think the challenges will be increased residential areas, which will add traffic, pressures on recreational endeavors and the environment. 0 0
3.1.70 Connect Discussion Yes PART OF LARGER COMMENT….1. Traffic - We need to plan big. We seem to under build road capacity. .0 0
3.1.59 Connect Discussion Yes We can't continue to eliminate our beautiful desert with houses and apartments. I used to have many wild animals in my yard, but because
of the many homes being built, that wildlife has greatly decreased and it makes me sad. Traffic has also increased and I wonder what
Oracle Road will look like in another 10 years. Let's try to keep our small town atmosphere. That is why I moved here.
3 0
16 2
167
HOW OV TRAVELS: TRAFFIC AND MOBILITY PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
Traffic improvements
BIG Community Phone Survey Online Total/Percent
Q5 - Suggested Changes related to Traffic: 46%17 / 44%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.1155 4/18/2024 Gaslight Music Hall Yes Elimination of dangers at intersections (large)
3.1190 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes No more parking along Rancho Vistoso
3.1157 4/18/2024 Gaslight Music Hall Yes Play by your own plan & rules. You don't need stop light at the fire station.
3.1158 4/18/2024 Gaslight Music Hall Yes Rancho Vistoso throughway
3.1225 5/1/2024 Comment Box OV Hospital Yes Overbuilding/dangerous intersections
3.1232 5/7/2024 La Hacienda Restaurant Yes Traffic (RVB & Woodlawn)
3.1110 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Improve current infrastructure to counter in traffic
3.797 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Lower the speed limit on La Canada
3.785 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Manage traffic noise
3.868 3/12/2024 Street Taco & Beer Co. Yes Traffic cameras for speeding
3.872 3/12/2024 Street Taco & Beer Co. Yes Traffic cameras
3.607 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes Traffic safety (visibility of cops)
3.929 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Getting in & out of Naranja Park
ONLINECOMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes
Seek opportunities to reduce speeding with enhanced roadway designs, where appropriate
NA NA
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes Evaluate major intersections for safety improvements NA NA
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes
Seek opportunities to reduce speeding with enhanced roadway designs, where appropriate
NA NA
NA Who OV Is Disucssion Yes Better traffic planning.4 0
3.1.14 Connect Disucssion Yes PART OF LARGER COMMENT....TRAFFIC - Need better planning to accommodate enviable growth.
Need to fix some areas that were not laid out with growth in mind. The NW corner of 1st Ave/Oracle
and the Woodburn/Safeway alley mess come to mind.
2 1
3.1.26 Connect Disucssion Yes It seems that traffic is getting worse every day, and the number of accidents is increasing. Once
upon a time, OV was noted for speed enforcement, but it appears that this is no longer the case. Hoping
to see that this is a priority as we move forward.
1 0
3.1.12 Connect Disucssion Yes The greatest challenge will be how to develop responsibility while preserving views and open spaces and
also taking into consideration the increase in traffic that will follow on roads that are already very
congested and unsafe.
1 0
3.1.61 Connect Disucssion Yes I think traffic and over crowding in schools will be OV's biggest challenges if we keep allowing
builders to build all of these dense housing projects. I spent a large part of my adult life living in
California and I completely understand what it's like to have to commute 1.5 hours in each direction to a
workplace because the housing is too expensive. I also know what high density housing does to the
school system and it's terrible, which was why we chose the long commute to get to a school system that
didn't have 25 or more students per classroom. I've been in school districts where they didn't have
enough classrooms and teachers were teaching in the hallways. Please stop the housing construction,
don't let this happen to OV. I don't think anything needs to change here, growing for the sake of growth
doesn't make sense.
1 0
Event Total/Percent
13 / 21%
168
HOW OV TRAVELS: TRAFFIC AND MOBILITY PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
NA Who OV Is Disucssion Yes For a family with kids and working parents, what OV need are better access to highways or a faster
way to get to downtown, more doctors/medical center, an established downtown to go shopping and
dining, parks with baseball field, and more playgrounds with recreational space that is not used for clubs
practices (it will be nicer close to the River walk). Public schools with higher scores (specially high school
that are 7/10). The library should have a more interactive kids zone, with areas for them to play and
read. Street light in the neighborhoods, specially when kids are walking at night, like Halloween and
Christmas. I could keep going, but I think these are some of the most needed.
0 1
3.1.67 Connect Disucssion Yes Traffic safety and speeding on our roads 0 0
3.1.13 Connect Disucssion Yes I think the challenges will be increased residential areas, which will add traffic, pressures on recreational
endeavors and the environment.
0 0
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes Seek opportunities to reduce speeding with enhanced roadway designs, where appropriate NA NA
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes Seek opportunities to reduce speeding with enhanced roadway designs, where appropriate NA NA
3.1.70 Connect Disucssion Yes PART OF LARGER COMMENT. Traffic - We need to plan big. We seem to under build road
capacity.
0 0
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes Increase use of roundabouts NA NA
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes Increase use of roundabouts NA NA
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes Add trees along the street NA NA
9 2
Better traffic lights/Street lights
BIG Community Phone Survey Online Total/Percent
Q5 - Suggested Changes related to Traffic: 14%3 / 8%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.919 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Street lights
3.1042 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistosos Yes Keep the street lights on (Rancho Vistoso Blvd.) for safety
3.1131 4/13/2024 OV 50th Birthday Celebration Yes Bring back the street lights at night
3.1156 4/18/2024 Gaslight Music Hall Yes Need street lights at night
3.1164 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes No street lights - lighting at night for seniors
3.575 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes Want more light at night
3.919 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Street lights
3.792 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Red lights on Oracle
3.684 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Road light in community
3.603 2/1/2024 Starbucks Yes Stop light at Rams Canyon
3.1156 4/18/2024 Gaslight Music Hall Yes Need street lights at night
3.527 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Need a light at LaCanada and Calle Concordia
3.880 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Keep the street lights on Rancho Vistoso
3.1193 4/25/2024 Starbucks Yes Oracle lights need to be timed
3.1164 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes No street lights - lighting at night for seniors
3.373 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes More streets to Oracle
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA Who OV Is Discussion Yes Give traffic light priority to La Canada and La Cholla over minor side streets. Side street lights should
not be triggered as soon as a car pulls up to the light. Often they switch even before a side street car
reaches La Canada or La Cholla.
1 0
Event Total/Percent
16 / 26%
169
HOW OV TRAVELS: TRAFFIC AND MOBILITY PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
NA How OV Travels-poll Comment Yes Align the Arizona Department of Transportation’s (ADOT) streetlight timing on Oracle NA NA
NA How OV Travels-poll Comment Yes Align the Arizona Department of Transportation’s (ADOT) streetlight timing on Oracle NA NA
Maintaining public roads in a proactive manner
BIG Community Phone Survey Online Total/Percent
Q8 - Traffic and Mobility Priorities: 91%4 / 10%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.975 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Better roads
3.1233 5/7/2024 La Hacienda Restaurant Yes Clean sides of the roads, more shopping, more restaurants
3.916 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Don't plant cacti in medians for safety
3.1248 5/17/2024 Battle of the Bands Yes Expanding the roads
3.997 3/17/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Growth and road management
3.1089 4/9/2024 Panera/Chipotle Yes Keeping up with road maintenance
3.500 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Landscaping maintenance (broken branches along streets)
3.913 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes New pavement on roads (no spider veins)
3.686 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Road maintenance
3.692 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Road maintenance
3.42 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Road maintenance
3.1049 3/26/2024 Oro Valley Bicycle Yes Road maintenance - Moore Rd from La Canada & Thornydale
3.1050 3/26/2024 Oro Valley Bicycle Yes Road maintenance - Moore Rd from La Canada & Thornydale
3.465 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Road safety
3.716 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Roads
3.720 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Roads
3.57 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Roads
3.1179 4/23/2024 Oro Valley Country Club Yes Roads
3.912 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Roads & influx
3.330 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes The roads
3.1092 4/9/2024 Panera/Chipotle Yes Trees & landscaping along the median of Oracle
3.881 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Too many building not enough roads
ONLINECOMMENTS
ID Page Tools Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
3.1.78 Connect Discussion Yes Fiscal priorities. ADA compliance, pavement preservation, new police station, maintanence of existing
ammenties, water conservation should be priorties. Stop bonding and live within our means.
0 0
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes Maintaining existing roadways in a proactive manner.NA NA
NA How OV Travels Comment Yes Maintaining existing roadways in a proactive manner. Reducing the high percentage of commuters
with more housing and employment opportunities.
NA NA
Event Total/Percent
22 / 36%
170
HOW OV TRAVELS: TRAFFIC AND MOBILITY PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
3.1.62 Connect Discussion Yes PART OF LARGER COMMENT: Challenges: Actually this is now - current times! If you aren't doing this
now the future for OV will look unattractive and bleak.
1. Keeping OV's natural beauty, litter free streets. OV is already getting littered with trash all along
Oracle, 1st Ave, Tangerine etc. Please don't become Tucson where the street and highway trash is
absolutely awful. Oracle State Hwy. is so heavily used and finally has been re-paved but the center
medians need attention in landscaping. Pressure should be put on the AZ State to do their part like they
do in the Phoenix metroplex, highways in Sedona etc. I guess they and others regard Pima county poor
and not worthy of beautifying their roads and highways!
2. Traffic!!......Law enforcement!!
0 0
Incease public transportation options
BIG Community Phone Survey Online Total/Percent
Q8 - Traffic and Mobility Priorities: 55%10 / 26%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.550 1/9/2024 Community Recreation Center Yes Dependence on vehicles
3.21 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Improving transportation
3.171 11/4/2023 Movies on the lawn Yes Mass transit
3.908 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes More Uber presence
3.1047 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistosos Yes Public transportation
2.371 12/7/2023 Riverfront Park Yes Public transportation to Phoenix
2.364 12/7/2023 Riverfront Park Yes Public transportation to the city
2.944 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes Transit
3.649 2/15/2024 Harvest on La Canada Yes Transportation for senior
3.648 2/15/2024 Harvest on La Canada Yes Transportation for seniors
ONLINECOMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes Increase frequency of commuter busses NA NA
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes Increase frequency of commuter busses NA NA
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes Add more bus stops NA NA
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes Add more bus stops NA NA
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes Add more bus stops NA NA
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes Add more bus stops NA NA
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes Add more bus stops NA NA
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes Add more bus stops NA NA
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes Add more bus stops NA NA
Event Total/Percent
10 / 16%
171
HOW OV TRAVELS: TRAFFIC AND MOBILITY PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
NA How OV Travels Comment Yes The highest priority should be NOT plowing down what's left of the natural terrain for economic
development but using what's already there to the best of our ability. We have too many open
commercial properties and spaces that are wasteful. Commercial owners should be incentivized to
repurpose and improve spaces that exist today rather than build on natural desert. From the list above,
resorts that preserve and are low density, entrepreneurship, medical and health care employment make
the most sense. We don't need more traffic and retail is a dying industry. Foothills mall renovation is a
great example of repurposing and its close. We don't need to replicate what already exists in the county
and Marana. Public transportation is also a big problem. Get hydrogen powered buses up to OV so
people can get into town safely for work or play
NA NA
Reduce the high level of commuters with more housing and employment opportunities
BIG Community Phone Survey Online Total/Percent
Q8 - Traffic and Mobility Priorities: 48%4 / 10%
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA How OV Travels Comment Yes Maintaining existing roadways in a proactive manner. Reducing the high percentage of commuters
with more housing and employment opportunities.
NA NA
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes Reducing the high percentage of commuters with 87.6% of workers leaving and 82.5% coming into
town daily with more housing and employment opportunities.
NA NA
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes Reducing the high percentage of commuters with 87.6% of workers leaving and 82.5% coming into
town daily with more housing and employment opportunities.
NA NA
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes Reducing the high percentage of commuters with 87.6% of workers leaving and 82.5% coming into
town daily with more housing and employment opportunities.
NA NA
Support electric vehicles with charging station
BIG Community Phone Survey Online Total/Percent
Q8 - Traffic and Mobility Priorities: 47%1 / 3%
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA How OV Travels Poll Yes Supporting electric vehicles with charging stations NA NA
Support other modes of transportation
BIG Community Phone Survey Online Total/Percent
Q8 - Traffic and Mobility Priorities: 45%0 / 0%
Event Total/Percent
0 / 0%
0 / 0%
Event Total/Percent
0 / 0%
Event Total/Percent
172
HOW OV MAINTAINS SERVICES: WAYS TO DESCRIBE ORO VALLEY
For being fiscallly responsible
No Survey Comparison Online: Total / Percent
0 / 0%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
2.36 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Fiscal responsibility
2.40 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Fiscal responsibility
2.840 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistoso Yes Having a community that doesn't rely on property tax
2.836 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistoso Yes Having an economy that can weather all storms
3.1210 4/27/2024 Savaya Coffee Market Yes
Managing housing & development to make sure to outstep resources
2.47 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes No property tax
2.3 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Self contained town
2.855 3/27/2024 Sun City Community Forum Yes Water, fiscal management
HOW OV MAINTAINS SERVICES: CHALLENGES AND CONCERNS
Maintaining Financial Stability
BIG Community Phone Survey Online: Total / Percent
Q3 - Biggest Challenges: 47%7 / 11%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.291 11/14/2023 Parks and Rec. Advisory Board Yes As residential building slows, how to fund OV
3.1172 4/19/2024 Rosati's Pizza Yes Budget control
3.336 11/21/2023 Budget and Finance Commission Yes Capital
3.333 11/21/2023 Budget and Finance Commission Yes Capital improvement
3.31 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes City expenses greater than revenue
3.335 11/21/2023 Budget and Finance Commission Yes Expenses
3.59 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Finance and revenue to fund public service
3.15 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Financial
3.284 11/14/2023 Parks and Rec. Advisory Board Yes Financial revenue sources
3.195 11/7/2023 Planning and Zoning Commission Yes Finding enough money to pay for services and facilities demanded by residents
3.193 11/7/2023 Planning and Zoning Commission Yes Funding
3.502 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Government spending
3.503 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Government spending
3.1270 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Growth- and how to provide for that with public spaces financially
3.11 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Growth limitation versus financial needs
3.1203 4/26/2024 Friday Night Concerts at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Higher paying jobs - industries that are the future
3.304 11/16/2023 Stormwater Utility Commission Yes How we will financially sustain with existing land use plan which limits commercial development ( La
Cholla, Oracle, and Main)
3.297 11/16/2023 Stormwater Utility Commission Yes How will we finance existing infrastructure with existing tax system
3.314 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Increasing the commercial tax base
3.638 2/10/2024 Cruise, BBQ & Blues at OV Marketplace Yes Less taxes
Event: Total / Percent
46 / 9%
Event: Total / Percent
8 / 1%
174
HOW OV MAINTAINS SERVICES: CHALLENGES AND CONCERNS
3.48 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Maintaining budget
3.1051 3/26/2024 Oro Valley Bicycle Yes Marketing - OV is going to get bigger=more taxes. Needs to attract people and businesses.
3.43 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Money
3.580 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes Money
2.344 12/4/2023 Historic Preservation Commission Yes Money without taxes
3.1285 5/30/2024 Comment Box: CRC Yes Money-funding V.P. Trails & Naranja Park
3.643 2/15/2024 Harvest on La Canada Yes No new taxes
3.445 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump Ranch Yes Overspending on Police and For-profit Real Estate (housing insecurity)
3.312 11/19/2023 Community Recreation Center Yes Resources per population
3.366 11/29/2023 James D. Kreigh Park (iStroll Group) Yes Revenue
3.683 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Revenue
3.1276 5/20/2024 El Conquistador Patio Homes HOA Yes Revenue
3.23 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Revenues
3.257 11/13/2023 Water Utility Commission Yes Revenues to cover services
3.64 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Revenues versus expenses
3.19 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Rising development cost
3.70 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Service levels with tax base
3.49 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Surplus
3.338 11/21/2023 Budget and Finance Commission Yes Tax base
3.5 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Tax revenue
3.541 1/9/2024 Community Recreation Center Yes Tax Revenue
3.578 1/16/2024 Ironwood High School Yes Taxes
3.854 3/9/2024 Guns vs Hoses Kickball Tournament Yes Taxes
3.480 12/15/2023 OV Public Library Yes Town secondary expansion if permit fees are to continue. Rethinking revenue budgeting if there's no
expansion. Economic Development
3.850 3/9/2024 Guns vs Hoses Kickball Tournament Yes Water & budget
3.1053 3/27/2024 Sun City Community Forum Yes Water, finances
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
3.1.4 Connect Discussion Yes Infrastructure maintenance and upgrades; keeping the same high level of public safety; identifying
ways to continue to expand the tax base while preserving the character of the town; shaping mixed
use developments and redevelopments so that sufficient and upscale retail amenities are nearby or
adjacent for residents; wildlife preservation; keeping aging private commercial and residential
properties in compliance with aesthetic, health, and safety standards
5 0
1.1.66 Connect Discussion Yes Part of larger comment.... I would ask what does todays tax revenue less city cost to maintain
quality of OV we have today look like in 10 year budget plan. If the city needs to increase revenue
then it’s either add to tax base via more payers or increase tax on existing payers. I know there are
any more complexities then that when operating city budget and planning especially when you are try
to improve amenities and quality of live.
2 0
3.1.16 Connect Discussion Yes Broader economic pressures - inflation leading to increased expenses for the town and recession
leading to decreased revenue. How to maintain the active population needed to traffic businesses in
the community in such an environment could be a challenge.
1 0
175
HOW OV MAINTAINS SERVICES: CHALLENGES AND CONCERNS
3.1.47 Connect Discussion Yes Nobody is talking about "next to your home." The planned luxury apartments to be built where the
old Vistoso golf clubhouse used to stand was a necessary deal in order to finalize the amazing Vistoso
Trails Nature Preserve, and other apartments being planned will have a low roofline so as to not
obstruct views. Your comment about "doctors have earning potential" shows real ignorance of the
realities of our modern university system and college loans... every medical student I've ever known in
Chicago and down here has had to scrape to get by their first few years. Apartment rents in this area
go for about $2,000 per month. I don't want instant gratification, I want economic sustainability for
Oro Valley. Younger people living in apartments generate more tax revenue than retired golfers. OV
is still recovering from the economic effects of COVID-19.
https://www.orovalleyaz.gov/files/assets/public/v/1/documents/finance/other-financial-
documents/know-your-towns-budget-fy19-20.pdf
1 1
NA How OV Develops Comment Yes The Innovation Park Road needs to be advertised to bring in more companies like Ventana Medical /
Roche. Stop bringing in Walmart type businesses that kill the rest of the commercial style that we
want - we want La Encantada - it is thriving, but OV Market Place is losing businesses. Town needs to
look at development opportunities available - limited due to limited land left to annex and the other
areas are restricted due to view sheds or flood erosion hazards, so be smart and push for more
development that generates bigger tax base that secures the Town's future - when all will be mostly
build out and * * * * * town will need money to fund road, utility, park enhancements, and storm
drain maintenance. * * * * * Be prudent and change zoning master plan to prioritize fiscal
responsibility and protect the view sheds, riparian floodplain, and natural beauty of the Town
NA NA
1.1.21 Connect Discussion Yes Not, not getting rid of options for snowbirds! However, we are a town with government, not a resort
community like Robson's. We have to have a tax base to support police, schools, planning etc. Oro
Valley will likely stay like it is without diversification of housing options, and this is a very limited future.
We base a lot of attraction on golf, but it is a dying sport that becomes less sustainable as time goes
on. Look at all of the courses that have closed in our area, and the shuttered Golf Super-Store near
Home Depot. Sad. I don't want Oro Valley to be another Green Valley.
0 0
3.1.78 Connect Discussion Yes Fiscal priorities. ADA compliance, pavement preservation, new police station, maintenance of
existing amenities, water conservation should be priorities. Stop bonding and live within our means.
0 0
9 1
Infrastructure / Utilities
No Survey Comparison Online: Total / Percent
1 / 2%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.916 3/16/2024 Spring Festival of the Arts Yes Don't plant cacti in medians for safety
3.509 12/17/2023 Frys @ La Canada and Lambert Yes Growth, infrastructure, water, schools concerns
3.723 2/21/2024 Sun City OV Health & Wellness Fair Yes Infrastructure
3.8460 3/8/2024 OVAC Swim Meet Yes Infrastructure
3.1058 3/27/2024 Sun City Community Forum Yes Infrastructure maintenance
3.1035 3/21/2024 Splendido at Rancho Vistosos Yes Infrastructure upkeep
12 / 2%
Event: Total / Percent
176
HOW OV MAINTAINS SERVICES: CHALLENGES AND CONCERNS
3.1252 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Infrastructure/Resources keeping up with growth
3.1089 4/9/2024 Panera/Chipotle Yes Keeping up with road maintenance
3.51 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Maintaining utilities
3.58 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Maintenance
3.557 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes Street lights at neighborhoods
3.1257 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes
With the constant expansion and growth ensuring sufficient infrastructure and amenities for residence
(roads, schools, shops, restaurants)
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
3.1.4 Connect Discussion Yes Infrastructure maintenance and upgrades ; keeping the same high level of public safety; identifying
ways to continue to expand the tax base while preserving the character of the town; shaping mixed
use developments and redevelopments so that sufficient and upscale retail amenities are nearby or
adjacent for residents; wildlife preservation; keeping aging private commercial and residential
properties in compliance with aesthetic, health, and safety standards
5 0
177
HOW OV MAINTAINS SERVICES: TOWN FINANCE PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
Issuing municipal bonds
BIG Community Phone Survey Comparison Online Total/Percent
Q13 - Town Revenue Generators: 42%1 / 5%
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA How OV Maintains Poll Yes Issuing municipal bonds NA NA
Pursue Annexations
BIG Community Phone Survey Online Total/Percent
Q13 - Town Revenue Generators: 29%0 / 0%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.566 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes Amount of land remaining and annexations
3.47 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Annexation
3.65 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Annexation
3.16 10/12/2023 Community Academy Yes Annexation possibilities
3.261 11/13/2023 Youth Advisory Council Yes Expanding
3.1260 5/18/2024 Naranja Park Grand Opening Yes Expansion of town limits
3.552 1/14/2024 Frys on Oracle and 1st Avenue Yes Getting enough land and businesses in empty spaces
Implementing a commercial business tax
BIG Community Phone Survey Comparison Online Total/Percent
Q13 - Town Revenue Generators: 28%2 / 10%
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA How OV Maintains Poll Yes Implementing a commercial business tax on purchases made outside of Arizona when no sales tax has
been paid on those purchases.
NA NA
NA How OV Maintains Poll Yes Implementing a commercial business tax on purchases made outside of Arizona when no sales tax has
been paid on those purchases.
NA NA
Adding or increasing user fees
BIG Community Phone Survey Online Total/Percent
Q13 - Town Revenue Generators: 24%3 / 14%
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA How OV Maintains Poll Yes Adding or increasing user fees would be the fairest.NA NA
NA How OV Maintains Comment
Yes
No property tax. Focus on needs, not wants. Spend less on golf or increase membership fees. No
annexations unless someone can actually do a true cost-benefit analysis that shows it is beneficial to the
town and doesn't destroy pristeen desert (880).
NA NA
NA How OV Maintains
Comment Yes Make cyclists register or get a permit to use the roads like the rest of the people on the roads.NA NA
Event Total/Percent
7 / 54%
Event Total/Percent
0 / 0%
Event Total/Percent
0 / 0%
Event Total/Percent
0 / 0%
178
HOW OV MAINTAINS SERVICES: TOWN FINANCE PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
Increasing sales tax with more retail
BIG Community Phone Survey Comparison Online Total/Percent
Q13 - Town Revenue Generators: 22%2 / 10%
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA How OV Develops Comment Yes PART OF LARGER COMMENT: There is a lot of built-out areas and so as the community has less space for
development, zoning should switch to sustainable approach - Town will need road and storm drain
maintenance funds and that future money must be generated by commercial business taxes - so that is
where the Town needs to focus - IT IS THAT SIMPLE. The town may annex perimeter areas but the focus
should continue to highlight top quality work places and the wonderful retirement community that it is.
NA NA
NA How OV Maintains Poll Yes Increasing sales tax with more retail , even if more residential density is needed to support it NA NA
Implement a Town of Oro Valley Property Tax
BIG Community Phone Survey Online Total/Percent
Q13 - Town Revenue Generators: 18%10 / 48%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.796 3/2/2024 Oro Valley Farmers Market Yes Need property tax
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
3.1.72 Connect Discussion Yes The need for the General Fund revenue base to migrate from a sales tax to property tax basis. Water
resources.
0 0
3.1.70 Connect Discussion Yes Part of larger comment... Property Tax/Sustainable Tax Base - The expectation that annexation will
continue to provide an adequate tax base to provide the services needed is like a Ponzi Scheme. You keep
adding tax base, but you also are adding the need for services. Property tax is inevitable and happy to
pay to keep our town the way it is.
0 0
3.1.63 Connect Discussion Yes Overdevelopment and alternatives to funding town services. Give me a property tax , if necessary to fund
basic services, before the "more rooftops" overdevelopment/overcrowding funding model ruins the quality
of life that brought many of us to Oro Valley.
2 1
3.1.14 Connect Discussion Yes Part of larger comment... PROPERTY TAXES - TOV currently does not have a property tax. Revenues
come from builder fees and sales tax. How long can this continue? When all the property is developed,
will an annexation strategy work? Is it just a Ponzi scheme where we are borrowing from Peter to pay Paul
and in the process potentially bringing housing and infrastructure into TOV that to not meet TOV
standards? TOV staff would lead you to believe that we just need to add more "affordable housing" as
people who live in these dwellings are younger and generate more sales tax. I'm not buying that. A
competent finance person should be able to develop a financial model to tell us exactly what types of
housing we need to avoid a property tax. It may prove that a property tax is inevitable and maybe that is
OK in order to retain the Oro Valley brand.
2 1
1.1.100 Connect Discussion Yes Part of larger comment... I would welcome an OV property tax to adequately fund our town resources. 3 1
Event Total/Percent
1 / 8%
Event Total/Percent
0 / 0%
179
HOW OV MAINTAINS SERVICES: TOWN FINANCE PRIORITIES AND IDEAS
NA How OV Maintains Comment Yes It sure is a nice here. I'd like to see it stay that way and I am willing to pay my fair share to make sure that it
does. I'm not necessarily against growth but adding growth to pay for services is a never ending cycle.
Nuisance fees are nuisance fees. Shifting costs to businesses just increases the cost we pay for their
products and services. A property tax seems like the cleanest solution. The vast majority of OV citizens
can certainly afford to pay for the great infrastructure and services that we all enjoy. Bill me.
NA NA
NA How OV Conserves Comment Yes Maintaining and expanding conservation areas is top priority. Local property tax would be ideal for this!
(Yes, I know how most people in town feel about property tax but it makes the most sense.) System
development charges are not enough and grants are too unreliable.
NA NA
NA How OV Maintains Poll Yes Implementing a Town of Oro Valley property tax NA NA
NA How OV Maintains Poll Yes Implementing a Town of Oro Valley property tax NA NA
NA How OV Maintains Poll Yes Implementing a Town of Oro Valley property tax NA NA
Concern about Property Taxes
No Survey Comparison Online Total/Percent
3 / 14%
EVENT COMMENTS
ID Date Event Resident Comment
3.851 3/9/2024 Guns vs Hoses Kickball TournamentYes Avoiding a property tax
3.519 12/21/2023 SnOV Yes Controlling property taxes
3.867 3/9/2024 Plaza Escondida Yes Need lower property taxes
3.377 12/2/2023 OV Tree Lighting Yes Property taxes
3.449 12/9/2023 2nd Saturday at Steam Pump RanchYes Property taxes
ONLINE COMMENTS
ID Page Tool Resident Comment Likes Dislikes
NA How OV Maintains Poll Yes No new taxes NA NA
NA How OV Maintains Comment
Yes
No property tax. Focus on needs, not wants. Spend less on golf or increase membership fees. No
annexations unless someone can actually do a true cost-benefit analysis that shows it is beneficial to the
town and doesn't destroy pristeen desert (880).
NA NA
NA How OV Maintains
Comment Yes
No property taxes in Oro Valley . It seems like the community is constantly fighting the council on plans for
high density housing. This is not the answer.
NA NA
5 / 38%
Event Total/Percent
180
Update on the community’s effort to
create OV’s Path Forward &
the results from events and online
Town Council
August 21, 2024
2
3
➢Extensive engagement conducted
between October and July
➢Received significant direction from
residents about OV’s future
➢Over 8,900 contributions that will be
used by resident working groups to
build the plan
We are here
➢Invite all residents to participate.
➢Inform residents with information to help them
create the 10-year plan.
➢Engage residents by providing convenient and
accessible ways for them to participate.
➢Collaborate with resident working groups.
➢Empower resident working groups to use the
feedback heard during phase 1 to make
decisions that will create the 10-year plan.
Empower all residents to vote on the plan.
91 Articles & ads 23,061
Postcardsmailed78Events &presentations
3,769
Post-it® notes comments
16,405
Online visitors
Social media contributions
136 Posters distributed
500
Podcast views
1,578
Newslettersubscribers
10 Info reports & videos online
8722,179
Ideas
posted online
Roadwaysigns
48
Surveyscompleted
3,016
➢Bring all responses together to produce themes
➢Statistically valid phone survey used as a
guide – projectable to all OV adults
➢Event and online comments provide
additional context the survey did not
capture
➢References the statistically valid housing phone
survey and the Parks and Recreation Master
Plan
➢Report only includes resident responses – highly
consistent amongst all three tools
Outdoors,
parks, biking,
walking, hiking
Friendly, kind,
neighborly
Safety, low
crime, OVPD
Environment,
natural beauty,
views
8
Water
Availability
and Use
Traffic
Congestion
and Safety
Maintaining
Services &
Amenities
Maintaining
a Low
Crime Rate
Protecting
Wildlife &
Environment
Managing
Growth
9
People:
More families and young people
More things to do
Economic Development:
Attract workers / higher paying jobs
Support small businesses / fill vacant stores
Parks, Recreation, Trails:
Better trail and bike route connectivity
More amenities and sports facilities
Housing:
Lower rent / housing costs
More townhomes, condos, etc.
Fewer apartments / homes
Traffic and Mobility:
Reduce traveling distances and congestion
Increase bike, pedestrian, and transit
Town Finances and Services:
Control Town budget to fund
service and infrastructure needs
Development:
Limited and highly targeted growth
More restaurants, retail, and town center
More employment options & housing choices
Water:
Importance of water conservation
Reduce the use of drinking water for
irrigation
Manage
Growth
More families & young people
More restaurants & retail
Fewer apartments / homes
55% be more self-sufficient
42% remain suburb
Housing
Attract workers & families
Fewer apartments / homes
Reduce number of commuters
Traffic
Alignment will require a balanced approach in a few key areas.
Reduce travel distance &
traffic congestion
Lower housing costs
68% growth concerns
37% more housing options
18% traffic concerns
64% attract more workers
More families & young people
➢Five groups starting in January
➢Based on resident feedback
➢Sign-ups starting this September
➢Forge goals, policies and actions
➢Stay true to resident responses
➢Use of background report findings
for key topics
➢Aim for alignment and balance
➢Community Academy
➢Highly encouraged but not a
requirement for working groups
➢Learn about working group topics
➢September: Release and resident review of the draft
vision and guiding principles.
➢Sign-up for resident working groups
➢October: Community Academy
➢November/December: Present the community’s draft
vision and guiding principles to the Planning and
Zoning Commission and Town Council
➢Create foundation for working groups
➢2025: Phase 2 – Let’s Think
➢Resident working groups will start in January
Town Council Regular Session A.
Meeting Date:08/21/2024
Requested by: Mike Standish Submitted By:Michelle Stine, Town Clerk's Office
Department:Town Clerk's Office
SUBJECT:
Minutes - August 7, 2024
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 August 7, 2024 minutes.
Attachments
8-7-24 Draft Minutes
D R A F T
MINUTES
ORO VALLEY TOWN COUNCIL
REGULAR SESSION
AUGUST 7, 2024
ORO VALLEY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
11000 N. LA CAÑADA DRIVE
REGULAR SESSION AT OR AFTER 5:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Winfield called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present: Joseph C. Winfield, Mayor
Melanie Barrett, Vice-Mayor
Tim Bohen, Councilmember
Harry Greene, Councilmember
Josh Nicolson, Councilmember
Steve Solomon, Councilmember
Absent:Joyce Jones-Ivey, Councilmember
EXECUTIVE SESSION
1.Pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(1) and (A)(3) Personnel matter - Town Manager annual performance
review
Motion by Mayor Joseph C. Winfield, seconded by Councilmember Harry Greene to go into
Executive Session at 5:01 p.m., pursuant to A.R.S. §38-431.03(A)(1) and (A)(3) Personnel matter -
Town Manager annual performance review.
Vote: 6 - 0 Carried
Mayor Winfield announced that the following staff would be joining Council in Executive Session:
Town Manager Jeff Wilkins, Town Attorney Nathan Rothschild, and Town Clerk Mike Standish.
Councilmember Jones-Ivey joined the meeting via Zoom, in the Executive Session.
RESUME REGULAR SESSION AT OR AFTER 6:00 PM
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CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Winfield resumed the Regular Session at 6:26 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present: Joseph C. Winfield, Mayor
Melanie Barrett, Vice-Mayor
Tim Bohen, Councilmember
Harry Greene, Councilmember
Joyce Jones-Ivey, Councilmember (attended via Zoom)
Josh Nicolson, Councilmember
Steve Solomon, Councilmember
1.APPROVAL OF ANY DIRECTION TO THE TOWN ATTORNEY AND/OR NECESSARY STAFF AS
DISCUSSED IN EXECUTIVE SESSION PERTAINING TO THE ANNUAL PERFORMANCE REVIEW
OF THE TOWN MANAGER
Motion by Mayor Joseph C. Winfield, seconded by Vice-Mayor Melanie Barrett to proceed as
directed in Executive Session.
Vote: 6 - 1 Carried
OPPOSED: Councilmember Tim Bohen
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Winfield led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
UPCOMING MEETING ANNOUNCEMENTS
Town Clerk Mike Standish announced the upcoming Town meetings.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL REPORTS ON CURRENT EVENTS
Councilmember Jones-Ivey reported that Amphi's Project Graduation was in need of volunteers
to participate in their workdays and fundraisers. She encouraged citizens to visit CDO Fundraiser on
YouTube for more information.
Councilmember Greene recognized the Parks and Recreation Department for putting on the
wonderful children's summer camps. Councilmember Greene also reported that the town, along with
Indigo Golf, had been working with homeowners along the El Conquistador Golf Course to solve
some dust issues that had occurred as a result of turf reduction efforts.
Vice Mayor Barrett thanked everyone who participated in making the Project Graduation events
successful. Vice Mayor Barrett also reported that the new school year had begun and, as a
result, encouraged citizens to be mindful of school buses and increased pedestrian traffic in order to
keep everyone safe as they traveled to and from school.
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Mayor Winfield recognized Oro Valley Marketing & Communication Specialist Pia Zaverukha, for her
work on designing the new 50th Anniversary street signs that will be placed throughout the Town.
TOWN MANAGER'S REPORT ON CURRENT EVENTS
Town Manager Jeff Wilkins reported the following information:
Registration for the Oro Valley Community Academy will be available through October 27,
2024.
The Town was awarded $685,000 in Congressionallly Directed Spending for repairs to
the Honeybee Wash Bridge.
Update on Cañada del Oro Wash Levee Augmentation Project.
50th Anniversary Celebration update.
Update on the West Lambert Lane Park renaming project.
50 Businesses for 50 Years update.
ORDER OF BUSINESS
Mayor Winfield reviewed the order of business and stated the order would stand as posted.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
There were no informational items.
CALL TO AUDIENCE
Oro Valley resident Tim Tarris voiced his concerns regarding the proposed Oro Valley Church of the
Nazarene project and the berm widening on Calle Concordia - Calle Buenavista.
Oro Valley resident Anthony Ferrara voiced his concerns regarding the proposed Oro Valley Church
of the Nazarene project.
Oro Valley resident Trisha Tozier voiced her concern regarding the proposed Oro Valley Church of
the Nazarene project.
Oro Valley resident Ed Clary spoke regarding the need to schedule a meeting with the town
regarding the 680 W. Calle Concordia project.
Mayor Winfield requested that Town Manager Wilkins schedule a meeting with the neighbors around
680 W. Calle Concordia, members of Council, and staff.
PRESENTATIONS
1.Proclamation - Drowning Impact Awareness Month
Mayor Winfield proclaimed August 2024, as Drowning Impact Awareness Month in Oro Valley.
Aquatics Program Manager for the Pima County Parks and Recreation Department, Jodi Layton,
accepted the proclamation.
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2.Presentation of Air Force project updates by DM50 and Davis-Monthan Air Force Base representatives
Colonel Scott Mills, Commander of the 355th Wing, and Command Chief Master Sergeant, 355th
Wing, Michael Becker, presented the Air Force project updates and included the following:
Overview
Davis-Monthan AFB Priorities
Community Engagement - Removing the Mystery of DM
Deployments and Exercises
Future of DMAFB - DM2035
AFSOC Power Projection Wing
Rescue Operations Growth
Colonel Scott Mills accepted questions from the Council and the audience.
CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Bohen requested that Consent item (A) be removed from the Consent Agenda for
discussion.
A.Minutes - June 19, 2024
Councilmember Bohen requested clarification regarding a motion that was shown incorrectly in the
June 19, 2024, minutes.
Town Attorney Nathan Rothschild provided clarification and said that the item was removed from the
Consent Agenda so that it may be amended.
Motion by Mayor Joseph C. Winfield, seconded by Councilmember Harry Greene to amend the June
19, 2024, minutes by removing the word "carried" and replacing it with the word "failed" regarding the
vote to call the question.
Vote: 7 - 0 Carried
REGULAR AGENDA
There were no regular agenda items.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
No future agenda items were requested.
ADJOURNMENT OF THE REGULAR SESSION
Motion by Mayor Joseph C. Winfield, seconded by Vice-Mayor Melanie Barrett to adjourn the
Regular Session at 7:08 p.m.
Vote: 7 - 0 Carried
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STUDY SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Winfield called the Study Session to order at 7:09 p.m.
STUDY SESSION AGENDA
1.PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION REGARDING PROPOSED ORO VALLEY ZONING CODE
AMENDMENTS TO THE MULTI-FAMILY ZONING DISTRICTS, CHAPTER 23, DEFINITIONS,
CHAPTER 31 AND OTHER RELATED ITEMS
Principal Planner Milini Simms presented item #1 and included the following:
Proposed Code Amendment
Purpose
Clearly and accurately define housing types
Address spacing in-between single-family homes in R-6
Address gaps and inconsistencies in current code
General Plan Compliance
Summary
Discussion ensued amongst Council and staff regarding the proposed Oro Valley Zoning Code
Amendments to the Mult-Family Zoning Districts, Chapter 23, Definitions, Chapter 31 and other
related items.
Council provided feedback and guidance to staff regarding the proposed Oro Valley Zoning Code
Amendments to the Multi-Family Zoning Districts, Chapter 23, Definitions, Chapter 31 and other
related items.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Winfield adjourned the Study Session at 8:21 p.m.
__________________________________________
Michelle Stine, MMC
Deputy Town Clerk
I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the minutes of the regular and study
session of the Town of Oro Valley Council of Oro Valley, Arizona held on the 7th day of August 2024. I further
certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present.
__________________________________________
Michael Standish, CMC
Town Clerk
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Town Council Regular Session B.
Meeting Date:08/21/2024
Submitted By:Mike Standish, Town Clerk's Office
Department:Town Clerk's Office
SUBJECT:
Resolution No. (R)24-31, approving the Agenda Committee assignment for the period of September 1, 2024, to
November 30, 2024
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Per the Town Council Parliamentary Rules and Procedures & Code of Conduct, the Town Council shall approve
the Agenda Committee meeting assignments. Attached is the proposed Agenda Committee meeting assignment
of Vice Mayor Barrett for the period of September 1, 2024, to November 30, 2024.
BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION:
N/A
FISCAL IMPACT:
N/A
SUGGESTED MOTION:
I MOVE to APPROVE Resolution No. (R)24-31, approving the Agenda Committee assignment for the period of
September 1, 2024, to November 30, 2024.
Attachments
(R)24-31 Agenda Committee Assignment VM Barrett August 2024
RESOLUTION NO. (R)24-31
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF ORO VALLEY,
ARIZONA, ASSIGNING VICE MAYOR BARRETT TO THE AGENDA COMMITTEE
FOR THE PERIOD OF SEPTEMBER 1, 2024 THROUGH NOVEMBER 30, 2024; AND
DIRECTING THE TOWN MANAGER, TOWN CLERK, TOWN LEGAL SERVICES
DIRECTOR, OR THEIR DULY AUTHORIZED OFFICERS AND AGENTS TO TAKE
ALL STEPS NECESSARY TO CARRY OUT THE PURPOSES AND INTENT OF THIS
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, on September 19, 2001, the Mayor and Council adopted the Town Council
Parliamentary Rules & Procedures and Code of Conduct; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to section 5.2 (A) Town of Oro Valley Parliamentary Rules & Procedures
and Code of Conduct, the Town Council shall set and approve the Agenda Committee meeting
assignments; and
WHEREAS, Town Council wishes to assign Vice Mayor Barrett to the Agenda Committee for
the period of September 1, 2024 through November 30, 2024.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Town of Oro
Valley, Arizona, as follows:
SECTION 1. That Vice Mayor Barrett is hereby assigned to the Agenda Committee for the
period of September 1, 2024 through November 30, 2024.
SECTION 2. That the Town Manager, Town Clerk, Town Legal Services Director, or their duly
authorized officers and agents to take all steps necessary to carry out the purposes
and intent of this resolution.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Mayor and Town Council of the Town of Oro Valley,
Arizona, this 21st day of August, 2024.
TOWN OF ORO VALLEY
___________________________
Joseph C. Winfield, Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
____________________________ __________________________________
Michael Standish, Town Clerk Tobin Sidles, Legal Services Director
Date: _______________________ Date: _____________________________
Town Council Regular Session 1.
Meeting Date:08/21/2024
Requested by: Anizza Alvarez Submitted By:Anizza Alvarez, Magistrate Court
Department:Magistrate Court
SUBJECT:
PRESENTATION, DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING THE COURT BUILDING EXPANSION
PROJECT TO ADD A SALLY PORT
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Town staff have been in the process of investigating the possibility of constructing a sally port using previously
approved funds as part of the court building expansion project.
The projected budget for the court expansion is significantly less than the amount approved by Town Council.
Therefore, there are funds available that were previously approved to complete the project. It is the intention of
Town staff to return the matter to Council for further consideration once bids have been received.
BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION:
Town staff have been in the process of investigating the possibility of constructing a sally port using previously
approved funds as part of the court building expansion project.
The projected budget for the court expansion is significantly less than the amount approved by Town Council.
Therefore, there are funds available that were previously approved to complete the project.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Currently, the project is projected to be completed under budget:
Original Project Budget - $3.1M
Encumbered under contract for construction, FF&E and IT for phases 1, 2 & 3 - $2.2M
Contingency to cover change orders and unexpected issues - $300K
Projecting that we could finish the project $600K under budget.
However, there is a request to add a sally port to the project. The Town team worked with the contractor to obtain
a change order bid to add said sally port. Even after value engineering this addition, the contractor's bid plus a
reasonable contingency was $1M. That equated to over $700 per square foot to build. Staff felt that this did not
represent what we would expect for the cost. Staff's expectation is around $500 per square foot.
So, with this particular bid, staff would need an additional $400K to add the sally port.
But because the singular bid is so high, staff will request additional bids to see if we can get the cost of this
addition reduced to an expected cost per square foot.
Staff's current request is to be able to seek additional bids for the sally port with an authorization from Council to
add an additional $400K to the project budget.
SUGGESTED MOTION:
I MOVE to authorize Town staff to solicit bids for the construction of a Sally Port/Prisoner-holding facility attached
to the Town Court up to $400K in additional funding.
Attachments
Staff Presentation
Court Expansion Update
August 21, 2024
Phase I on-going
Project Update
Completion expected by the end of September
Will add a jury deliberation room, attorney meeting rooms and rest room
facilities
Phase 2 –Expected to begin in October
Project Update
Will create
reception area
and complete the
lobby, which will
include customer
service windows
like those in other
town buildings.
Phase 3 to begin after completion of Phase 2
Project Update
Removes a door from Courtroom to staff work area to
improve employee safety
Converts back-office space to staff break room and
conference room
Enlarges the Judicial office with the elimination of an
unneeded hallway
Construction a Sally port/holding cells
Proposed Phase 4
Location: North side of the
building across from Hopi room
Benefits
Secure prisoner holding area
Provide an area away from Town staff and
the public to hold inmates
Inmates currently need to use public
facilities
Provide short-term holding of inmates if a
pandemic returns and closes the county
jail
Budget Authorized for Court Expansion
Funding Expended
Original project budget: $3.1 million dollars
Anticipated amount to be spent on expansion (including
contingency): $2.3 million
Under budget: $600,000 left for completion of Sally Port
The following Non-General Funding Sources Exist*:
Other Funding Sources
Court Security Fee: $123,380
Court Enhancement Fund: $48,857
Prosecutor Fee: $40,735
Local JCEF Fund: $41, 57
Total of other funds available: $254,645
*as of August 1, 2024
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