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AGENDA
ORO VALLEY TOWN COUNCIL
REGULAR SESSION
JULY 7, 2021
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INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
1.Town of Oro Valley FY 20/21 financial update through May 2021
(Please reference the attachments for the Town's monthly financial update)
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PRESENTATIONS
1.Proclamation - Child Support Awareness Month
2.Proclamation - Drowning Impact Awareness Month
CONSENT AGENDA
(Consideration and/or possible action)
A.Minutes - June 16, 2021
B.Approval to cancel the July 21, 2021 regular Town Council meeting
C.Request for approval of Conceptual Architecture for a pediatric dental building located in the Mercado at
Cañada Hills commercial plaza in proximity to the northeast intersection of La Cañada Drive and Lambert
Lane
D.Item A: Resolution No. (R)21-32 (Attachment 1), authorizing and approving the dedication of a public
sewer easement from the Town of Oro Valley to Pima County
Item B: Resolution No. (R)21-33 (Attachment 2), authorizing and approving the dedication of a private
sewer easement from the Town of Oro Valley to the Tranquilo at Rancho Vistoso Homeowners'
Association
E.Resolution No. (R)21-34, authorizing and approving the dedication of an easement for the access,
maintenance, and construction of soil cement bank protection from the Town of Oro Valley to Pima County
F.Resolution No. (R)21-35, authorizing and approving an Intergovernmental Agreement between Pima
County and the Town of Oro Valley for the joint formation and operation of specialized law enforcement
teams among public agencies within Pima County, superseding and replacing the existing SWAT IGA
G.Resolution No. (R)21-36, approving the Agenda Committee assignment for the period of September 1,
2021, to November 30, 2021
REGULAR AGENDA
1.DISCUSSION OF THE CURRENT STATUS REGARDING THE EFFORTS TO PRESERVE THE
FORMER VISTOSO GOLF COURSE, SUBJECT TO EXISTING CONFIDENTIALITY REQUIREMENTS
-Council may adjourn into Executive Session to seek legal advice regarding this item pursuant to A.R.S.
38-431.03(A)(3), (A)(4) and/or (A)(7)
2.RESOLUTION NO. (R)21-37, PRESENTATION, DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION TO ADOPT
REVISED FINANCIAL AND BUDGETARY POLICIES
3.DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION SETTING PRIORITIES FOR SPECIFIC PROJECTS TO BE
INCLUDED WITHIN THE PARKS AND RECREATION BOND
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS (The Council may bring forth general topics for future meeting agendas. Council may
not discuss, deliberate or take any action on the topics presented pursuant to ARS 38-431.02H)
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POSTED: 6/30/21 at 5:00 p.m. by pp
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Town Council Regular Session 1.
Meeting Date:07/07/2021
Submitted By:Michael Dyckman, Finance
Subject
Town of Oro Valley FY 20/21 financial update through May 2021
(Please reference the attachments for the Town's monthly financial update)
Attachments
May Financial Memo
Attachment A - General Fund
Attachment B - Highway Fund
Attachment C1 - Community Center Fund
Attachment C2 - Cash Flow Statement
Attachment D - Summary All Funds
Attachment E - General Fund Sales Tax
Attachment F - General Fund State Shared Revenues
Oro Valley, it’s in our nature.
www.orovalleyaz.gov
11000 N. La Cañada Drive • Oro Valley, Arizona 85737
phone: (520) 229-4700 • fax: (520) 229-0428
Town Manager’s Office
M E M O R A N D U M
TO: Mayor and Councilmembers
FROM: Mary Jacobs, Town Manager
David Gephart, Chief Financial Officer
DATE: July 7, 2021
SUBJECT: May 2021 Financial Update
This financial report is intended to provide an overview and status of revenues and expenditures
for the Town’s selected funds through May 2021. Funds included in this financial update are the
General Fund, Highway Fund and Community Center Fund. All amounts are preliminary, un-
audited and subject to change based upon adjusting entries, as necessary.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The Town has successfully navigated the challenges posed by the COVID -19 pandemic. Staff is
pleased to report that financial performance across all funds has exceeded expectations.
Revenues are strong, especially for single-family residential permits and construction sales taxes
due to a strong housing market, as well as retail and online sales tax collections. There are also
indications of improvement in restaurant/bar and bed tax collections. With much of the fiscal year
complete, budgeted projects and programs that were temporarily deferred due to the uncertainty
with revenues collections are underway and progressing as the market allows.
General Fund
Overall, General Fund revenues and expenditures continue to trend better than anticipated
through May (See Attachment A). Due to strong local sales tax and permit fee collections,
revenues total $45.0 million or 103.7% of budget, while expenditures are below budget at $36.3
million or 81.3% of the total budget.
Highway Fund
Revenues and expenditures for the Highway Fund are trending as expected through May (See
Attachment B). Revenues total approximately $3.4 million or 92.4% of budget, while expenditures
total $2.6 million or 68.3% of budget.
Community Center Fund
Current revenues and expenditures for the Community Center Fund are largely as anticipated
through May (See Attachment C-1 & C-2). Revenues total $7.0 million or 98.7% of budget, while
expenditures total $5.0 million or 72.0% of budget.
BACKGROUND AND DETAILED INFORMATION:
GENERAL FUND
Attachment A shows General Fund revenues and expenditures through May, as well as year-end
estimates for each category. The estimated year -end projections in the General Fund are as
follows:
Revenues: $55,890,669
Less:
Expenditures: ($42,477,005)
Preliminary Estimated Change in Fund Balance: $13,413,664 *
*The adopted fiscal year 2020/21 budgeted change in fund balance is $(1,225,025)
General Fund Revenues
• Local sales tax collections in the General Fund total $19.7 million or 108.5% of the budget
amount of $18.1 million and are higher than anticipated. Construction sales tax collections
total $4.5 million through May, compared to the budget amount of $3.4 million. Retail
collections in the General Fund total $7.3 million through May and are $655,000 or 9.9%
higher than collections through the same period last fiscal year. Restaurant/bar collections
and bed tax collections are down 3.7% and 11.8% respectively, compared to collections
through the same period last fiscal year. Due to strong collections in construction, retail
and remote collections, General Fund sales taxes are estimated to end the year $2.9
million, or 16.2% over budget. Please see Attachment E for detailed information on
General Fund local sales tax collections.
• License and permit revenues total $3.0 million or 191.1% of the budget amount of $1.6
million through May. Single Family Residential (SFR) permits issued through May total
458 and are a large portion of this revenue. For reference, through May of last fiscal year,
the Town had issued 249 SFR permits . Commercial permit revenue is another main
portion of this category and includes large one-time permit revenues . In total, this revenue
category is expected to come in over budget by approximately $1.6 million.
• State shared revenues , which include shared sales tax, income tax and auto-lieu fees,
total $13.0 million or 98.8% of the budget amount of $13.2 million. Through May, state
shared sales taxes and auto-lieu fees are trending above budget. Overall, this revenue
category is anticipated to end the fiscal year $925,000 or 7.0% over budget. Please see
Attachment F for detailed information on General Fund state shared revenue collections.
• Other intergovernmental revenues include RTA reimbursements for transit services,
school resource officers, and animal control revenues. Actuals through May total $934,000
or 55.9% of budget and are anticipated to end the fiscal year $673,000 or 40.3% below
budget. This is mainly due to reduced ridership demand as a result of COVID-19, which
caus ed reductions in RTA transit reimbursements.
• Charges for services revenues total $1.7 million or 78.1% of the budget amount of $2.2
million. A large portion of these revenues are associated with Parks & Recreation
programming and farebox revenues. As anticipated, these revenues sources are lagging
due to COVID-19. At this point in time, these revenues are anticipated to end the fiscal
year $243,000 or 10.8% below budget.
• Federal grant revenues include the Town’s allotted $5.3 million of AZ Cares funding, which
was received earlier in the fiscal year. Year-end estimates also include $7.7 million in
anticipated revenues associated with the American Rescue Plan Act , the first of two
anticipated payments . The second payment will be received in FY 21/22.
General Fund Expenditures
• General Fund expenditures are trending below budget through May and are estimated to
come in under budget by about $2.1 million, or 4.7%. This is due to personnel savings
from position vacancies , estimated O&M savings from departments and one-time
operating projects , as well as project carry-over into next fiscal year.
The General Fund is expected to end the fiscal year with a total fund balance of $34.3 million,
or 77.0% of budgeted expenditures.
HIGHWAY FUND
Highway Fund Revenues
• State shared highway user funds total $3.4 million or 97.3% of the budget amount of $3.5
million. At this point, these revenues are estimated to come in above budget by $233,000
or 6.7%, based on current trends .
• State grant revenues are reimbursable costs by the RTA related to the La Cholla Road
widening project. As this project is substantially complete, there are no additional
reimbursements expected. Transportation Engineering expenditures have been reduced
accordingly.
• All other revenue sources for the Highway Fund are expected to end the fiscal year near
budgeted levels.
Highway Fund Expenditures
• Highway Fund expenditures are currently $2.6 million or 68.3% of the adopted budget of
$3.9 million. These costs will increase when the second phase of the Pavement
Preservation Program is officially recorded in June.
• Highway Fund expenditures are estimated to come in under budget by $603,000 due to
reimbursable costs related to the La Cholla Road widening project , anticipated project
carry-over for the Lambert Lane Overlay CIP project , and various O&M savings .
The Highway Fund is expected to end the fiscal year with a fund balance of approximately $1.3
million.
COMMUNITY CENTER FUND
Attachment C-1 shows the consolidated financial status of the Community Center Fund with all
revenues and expenditures from the golf operator and Town-managed operations.
Attachment C-2 shows the monthly line item detail for the contract-managed operations ,
specifically revenues and expenditures associated with the golf, food and beverage operations.
The totals in the revenue and expenditure categories in Attachment C -2 tie to the contracted
operating revenues and expenditures in Attachment C-1.
Community Center Fund Revenues
• Revenues in the Community Center Fund through May total $7.0 million or 98.7% of the
budget amount of $7.1 million.
• Contracted operating revenues from the golf operator total $3.7 million. This is
approximately $703,000 or 23.3% higher than revenues through the same period last
fiscal year. Contracted revenues are estimated to come in over budget by approximately
$442,000 or 12.6%, primarily due to increased golf, trail and cart revenues.
• Due to facility closures and reduced patronage from COVID-19, Town operating revenues
through May total $452,000 or 47.3% of budget. This revenue source is expected to end
the fiscal year approximately 46.5% or $444,000 below budget. Savings in Town operating
costs are expected to partially cover this shortfall.
• Local sales tax revenues through May total $2.7 million or 107.1% of the budget amount
of $2.5 million. Due to strong retail and remote collections, this category is expected to
come in over budget by approximately $416,000 or 16.7%.
Community Center Fund Expenditures
• Expenditures in the Community Center Fund total $5.0 million or 72.0% of the budget
amount of $6.9 million.
• Contracted operating expenditures from the golf operator total $4.1 million, or 90.7% of
the budgeted amount of $4.5 million. Contracted expenditures are estimated to come in
under budget by approximately $50,000 or 1.1%, due to personnel and equipment lease
savings.
• Budgeted c apital outlay is comprised of several minor capital items , in addition to $1.1
million for the golf course irrigation project. As construction for the irrigation project is on
hold, the bulk of this year’s budgeted project cost will not be spent.
• Overall, expenditures for the fund are estimated to come in under budget by $1.3 million
or 19.1% due to a combination of anticipated personnel, O&M, and capital outlay savings .
At this time, the Community Center Fund is projected to end the fiscal year with a total
fund balance of about $2.8 million.
The year-end sales tax support for golf operations is estimated to be $291,443. This figure
includes a projected ($499,519) for contracted golf operations, $125,000 in outside HOA
contributions, and $83,076 in local sales taxes generated from golf related operations.
Please see Attachments A and B for additional details on the General Fund and Hi ghway Fund.
See Attachments C-1 and C-2 for additional details on the Community Center Fund. See
Attachment D for a fiscal year-to-date consolidated summary of all Town Funds. See attachments
E and F for a breakdown of monthly local sales tax collections and state shared revenue
collections for the General Fund.
ATTACHMENT A
May YTD Financial Status
General Fund
% Budget Completion through May --- 91.7%
% Actuals YE % Variance
to Budget to Budget
REVENUES:`
LOCAL SALES TAX 19,676,800 18,128,304 108.5%21,067,775 16.2%
LICENSES & PERMITS 3,042,716 1,592,500 191.1%3,208,858 101.5%
FEDERAL GRANTS 5,667,874 5,790,969 97.9%13,424,503 131.8%
STATE GRANTS 90,635 75,000 120.8%100,000 33.3%
STATE/COUNTY SHARED 13,041,149 13,194,438 98.8%14,119,511 7.0%
OTHER INTERGOVERNMENTAL 934,045 1,672,000 55.9%998,817 -40.3%
CHARGES FOR SERVICES 1,748,381 2,239,675 78.1%1,996,756 -10.8%
FINES 120,665 125,000 96.5%125,000 0.0%
INTEREST INCOME 408,341 150,000 272.2%468,341 212.2%
MISCELLANEOUS 220,669 262,500 84.1%261,108 -0.5%
TRANSFERS IN - 120,000 0.0%120,000 0.0%
TOTAL REVENUES 44,951,275 43,350,386 103.7%55,890,669 28.9%
% Actuals YE % Variance
to Budget to Budget
EXPENDITURES:
CLERK 357,326 428,524 83.4%423,238 -1.2%
COMMUNITY & ECON. DEV.2,394,750 2,779,661 86.2%2,715,503 -2.3%
COUNCIL 150,820 197,019 76.6%185,199 -6.0%
FINANCE 743,384 832,888 89.3%832,888 0.0%
GENERAL ADMINISTRATION 4,235,297 5,251,466 80.6%5,068,966 -3.5%
HUMAN RESOURCES 388,841 457,347 85.0%445,200 -2.7%
INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY 3,150,685 3,944,198 79.9%3,802,183 -3.6%
LEGAL 761,819 870,592 87.5%843,609 -3.1%
MAGISTRATE COURT 687,663 864,826 79.5%849,701 -1.7%
MANAGER 816,213 1,028,734 79.3%969,694 -5.7%
PARKS & RECREATION 2,683,652 3,478,517 77.1%3,244,198 -6.7%
POLICE 14,544,163 16,953,228 85.8%16,333,071 -3.7%
PUBLIC WORKS 3,339,463 4,898,891 68.2%4,174,037 -14.8%
TRANSFERS OUT 1,996,139 2,589,520 77.1%2,589,520 0.0%
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 36,250,215 44,575,411 81.3%42,477,005 -4.7%
SURPLUS / (DEFICIT)8,701,060 (1,225,025) 13,413,664
BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 20,899,548
Plus: Surplus / (Deficit)13,413,664
ENDING FUND BALANCE **34,313,212
* Year-end estimates are subject to further revision
** Ending fund balance amounts are estimates and are subject to further revision
FY 2020/2021
Year End
Estimate *
Budget Year End
Estimate *
Actuals
thru 05/2021
Actuals
thru 05/2021
Budget
ATTACHMENT B
May YTD Financial Status FY 2020/2021
% Budget Completion through May --- 91.7%
Actuals
thru 05/2021 Budget % Actuals
to Budget
Year End
Estimate *
YE % Variance
to Budget
REVENUES:
LICENSES & PERMITS 32,147 25,000 128.6%32,197 28.8%
STATE GRANTS - 210,000 0.0%- -100.0%
STATE/COUNTY SHARED 3,366,876 3,458,929 97.3%3,691,876 6.7%
INTEREST INCOME 12,832 5,000 256.6%14,855 197.1%
MISCELLANEOUS 7,274 2,000 363.7%7,300 265.0%
TOTAL REVENUES 3,419,129 3,700,929 92.4%3,746,228 1.2%
Actuals
thru 05/2021 Budget % Actuals
to Budget
Year End
Estimate *
YE % Variance
to Budget
EXPENDITURES:
TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING 2,396,190 3,512,881 68.2%2,941,088 -16.3%
STREET MAINTENANCE 242,086 348,220 69.5%317,086 -8.9%
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 2,638,276 3,861,101 68.3%3,258,174 -15.6%
SURPLUS / (DEFICIT)780,853 (160,172) 488,054
BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 818,962
Plus: Surplus / (Deficit)488,054
ENDING FUND BALANCE **1,307,016
* Year-end estimates are subject to further revision
** Ending fund balance amounts are estimates and are subject to further revision
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Highway Fund
ATTACHMENT C-1
May YTD Financial Status
% Budget Completion through May --- 91.7%
% Actuals YE % Variance
to Budget to Budget
REVENUES:
CONTRACTED OPERATING REVENUES
Golf Revenues, Trail and Cart Fees 2,177,480 1,567,840 138.9%2,303,000 46.9%
Member Dues 931,527 850,000 109.6%1,010,000 18.8%
Food & Beverage 411,305 760,776 54.1%425,000 -44.1%
Merchandise & Other 201,113 325,933 61.7%208,750 -36.0%
3,721,425 3,504,548 106.2%3,946,750 12.6%
TOWN OPERATING REVENUES
Daily Drop-Ins 28,339 30,000 94.5%30,000 0.0%
Member Dues 306,510 707,000 43.4%355,000 -49.8%
Recreation Programs 69,700 160,000 43.6%76,000 -52.5%
Swim Team/Swim Lessons - 8,000 0.0%- -100.0%
Facility Rental Income 46,993 50,500 93.1%50,000 -1.0%
Concession Sales 126 100 126.0%130 30.0%
451,668 955,600 47.3%511,130 -46.5%
OTHER REVENUES
Local Sales Tax 2,670,464 2,492,960 107.1%2,909,305 16.7%
Real Property Rental Income 19,502 19,502 100.0%19,502 0.0%
Interest Income 16,953 1,000 1695.3%19,945 1894.5%
Miscellaneous 127,060 125,000 0.0%127,060 1.6%
2,833,979 2,638,462 107.4%3,075,812 16.6%
TOTAL REVENUES 7,007,072 7,098,610 98.7%7,533,692 6.1%
% Actuals YE % Variance
to Budget to Budget
EXPENDITURES:
CONTRACTED OPERATING EXPENDITURES
Personnel 1,295,018 1,687,606 76.7%1,440,000 -14.7%
Operations & Maintenance 2,541,931 2,513,430 101.1%2,757,347 9.7%
Capital Equipment Purchases 53,873 - 0.0%53,873 0.0%
Equipment Leases 187,058 294,792 63.5%195,049 -33.8%
4,077,880 4,495,828 90.7%4,446,269 -1.1%
TOWN OPERATING EXPENDITURES
Personnel 553,528 762,713 72.6%638,949 -16.2%
Operations & Maintenance 95,860 216,037 44.4%123,393 -42.9%
649,388 978,750 66.3%762,343 -22.1%
CAPITAL OUTLAY 68,481 1,124,500 6.1%73,480 -93.5%
TRANSFERS OUT 158,302 278,302 56.9%278,302 0.0%
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 4,954,051 6,877,380 72.0%5,560,394 -19.1%
SURPLUS / (DEFICIT)2,053,021 221,230 1,973,298
BEGINNING FUND BALANCE 862,818
Plus: Surplus / (Deficit)1,973,298
ENDING FUND BALANCE **2,836,116
* Year-end estimates are subject to further revision
** Ending fund balance amounts are estimates and are subject to further revision
FY 2020/2021
Actuals
thru 05/2021 Budget Year End
Estimate *
Community Center Fund
Actuals
thru 05/2021 Budget Year End
Estimate *
ATTACHMENT C-2
July 2020 Aug. 2020 Sept. 2020 Oct. 2020 Nov. 2020 Dec. 2020 Jan.2021 Feb. 2021 Mar. 2021 April 2021 May 2021 June 2021 YTD FY 2021 FY 2021
Actual Actual Actual Actual Actual Actual Actual Actual Actual Actual Actual Actual Actual Budget Forecast
REVENUES:
Green Fees 104,791 105,899 122,143 93,295 171,862 161,787 162,631 229,807 269,410 241,815 163,971 1,827,411 1,333,602 1,900,000
Cart Fees 18,898 19,444 19,752 20,236 19,956 20,761 21,970 24,066 23,626 23,767 22,925 235,401 234,237 257,000
Driving Range 1,644 2,670 4,685 5,054 4,366 3,876 3,846 6,781 4,907 5,323 3,600 46,752 65,695 49,000
Golf Cards/Passes (709) - 709 - - - - - - - - - - -
Pro Shop Sales 11,834 10,009 10,825 8,276 14,099 21,293 16,957 17,213 35,312 27,457 15,166 188,441 222,238 194,250
Other Golf Rev.4,015 3,186 4,282 2,300 9,313 6,704 4,985 2,124 3,582 3,325 1,635 45,451 3,000 74,000
Clinic/School Rev.360 1,243 1,184 864 1,927 2,089 4,302 3,634 2,878 2,146 1,838 22,465 15,000 23,000
Monthly Dues 74,950 82,272 75,649 77,485 79,933 87,318 84,558 91,219 93,616 94,466 90,061 931,527 850,000 1,010,000
Misc. & Discounts (642) 323 133 951 (448) 1,375 1,140 1,289 1,193 (712) 8,070 12,672 20,000 14,500
Food & Beverage 24,734 22,371 23,461 22,740 36,582 34,969 33,510 43,846 52,541 60,691 55,860 411,305 760,776 425,000
TOTAL REVENUES:239,875 247,417 262,823 231,201 337,590 340,172 333,899 419,979 487,065 458,278 363,126 - 3,721,425 3,504,548 3,946,750
COST OF SALES:
Pro Shop 9,815 8,835 10,735 5,880 11,797 21,621 10,803 11,629 23,458 19,847 11,628 146,048 144,454 154,097
Lessons & Group Services - - - - - - - - - - - 13,350 -
Food & Beverage 8,569 7,784 8,471 9,529 12,831 12,235 9,909 13,001 15,485 18,454 16,288 132,556 256,095 140,500
TOTAL COST OF SALES:18,384 16,619 19,206 15,409 24,628 33,856 20,712 24,630 38,943 38,301 27,916 - 278,604 413,899 294,597
GROSS INCOME:221,491 230,798 243,617 215,792 312,962 306,316 313,187 395,349 448,122 419,977 335,210 - 3,442,821 3,090,649 3,652,153
EXPENDITURES:
Personnel 93,134 127,987 105,158 119,665 114,075 136,159 128,485 115,287 122,195 114,720 118,153 1,295,018 1,687,606 1,440,000
Golf Operations 5,503 1,778 2,224 6,329 17,209 8,906 3,681 12,133 7,201 4,414 7,036 76,414 30,900 81,000
G&A 20,792 52,369 24,364 12,231 22,577 30,873 72,503 28,926 35,216 33,613 40,392 373,856 135,509 420,000
Maintenance 148,148 151,140 221,930 219,568 118,088 67,554 12,972 68,592 86,897 101,845 139,825 1,336,559 1,524,660 1,440,000
Sales & Marketing 1,284 2,415 2,083 3,515 1,691 910 6,580 1,172 1,105 3,993 1,514 26,262 42,100 27,000
Food & Beverage 18,238 17,444 16,756 17,386 24,209 23,907 23,370 20,536 23,339 24,758 25,641 235,584 241,362 250,000
Management Fees 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 110,000 120,000 120,000
Golf Cart Leases 13,041 13,041 13,041 13,041 18,092 13,041 13,041 13,041 13,041 13,041 13,041 148,501 156,488 156,492
Equipment Leases 19,277 19,280 - - - - - - - - - 38,557 138,304 38,557
Capital Equipment Purchases - - - - - - - - 53,873 - 53,873 - 53,873
Other Expenses 12,590 - - - - 450 6,248 - 20,930 8,728 7,668 56,614 3,000 72,250
Insurance - P&C 3,300 3,300 3,300 3,300 9,115 4,463 4,600 4,600 3,812 3,380 4,868 48,038 2,000 52,500
TOTAL EXPENDITURES:345,306 398,754 398,856 405,035 335,056 296,263 281,480 274,287 323,736 372,365 368,138 - 3,799,276 4,081,929 4,151,672
NET INCOME:(123,815) (167,956) (155,239) (189,243) (22,094) 10,053 31,707 121,062 124,386 47,612 (32,928) - (356,455) (991,280) (499,519)
El Conquistador Cash Flow Statement
ATTACHMENT D
Consolidated Year-to-Date Financial Report through May 2021 FY 2020/2021
FY 20/21 Capital Leases/Left in Accounts
Begin Bal.Transfer Out Thru May 2021
General Fund 20,899,548 44,951,275 44,951,275 1,996,139 24,354,799 9,133,687 765,590 36,250,215 29,600,608
Highway Fund 818,962 3,419,129 3,419,129 1,067,329 375,568 1,195,379 2,638,276 1,599,815
Seizure & Forfeiture - Justice/State 244,194 46,462 46,462 - 52,937 22,715 75,652 215,004
Community Center Fund 862,818 7,007,072 7,007,072 345,360 1,848,546 2,691,664 68,481 4,954,051 2,915,839
Municipal Debt Service Fund 169,721 122,194 1,076,200 1,198,394 6,438 1,215,445 1,221,883 146,232
Oracle Road Debt Service Fund 6,841 173,184 173,184 1,800 174,038 175,838 4,187
Water Resource System & Dev. Impact Fee Fund 16,545,872 3,752,019 3,752,019 40,500 2,423,981 298,074 2,762,555 17,535,336
Townwide Roadway Dev Impact Fee Fund 2,966,188 466,559 466,559 1,647,354 1,647,354 1,785,393
Parks & Recreation Impact Fee Fund 779,573 344,741 344,741 849,932 849,932 274,382
Police Impact Fee Fund 103,398 152,838 152,838 100,000 100,000 156,236
Capital Fund 2,410,736 812,377 1,180,762 1,993,139 1,887,000 1,887,000 2,516,875
PAG/RTA Fund 382,519 2,197,649 2,197,649 1,200,445 1,200,445 1,379,723
Water Utility 14,006,448 16,121,344 955,279 17,076,623 2,521 2,993,073 6,649,534 2,452,441 4,319,531 16,417,100 14,665,971
Stormwater Utility 628,026 1,369,230 1,369,230 710,430 284,796 51,743 1,046,969 950,287
Benefit Self Insurance Fund 2,088,823 3,527,153 3,527,153 2,941,694 2,941,694 2,674,282
Recreation In-Lieu Fee Fund 16,100 933 933 - 17,033
Total 62,929,767 84,464,159 3,212,241 87,676,400 2,444,020 30,974,177 22,178,618 12,565,061 - 6,007,088 74,168,964 76,437,203
Fund Revenue Other Fin Sources/
Tfrs Total In Debt Service Total OutPersonnelO&M Capital Contingency
ATTACHMENT E
General Fund Local Sales Tax Collections
FY 2020/21
CATEGORY JULY AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUNE TOTAL
Construction Sales Tax 643,435 471,705 517,101 483,032 384,176 321,621 305,338 241,562 254,568 450,343 409,924 4,482,805
Utility Sales Tax 267,771 337,260 350,040 360,019 286,715 249,286 245,891 271,681 241,698 227,632 221,458 3,059,451
Retail Sales Tax 647,068 579,089 560,008 613,570 607,315 709,153 889,306 606,222 620,243 748,368 700,138 7,280,479
Bed Tax 42,564 33,546 32,879 38,003 170,718 105,673 36,242 40,721 99,686 148,989 144,442 893,463
Restaurant & Bar Sales Tax 127,814 114,578 118,223 130,147 158,913 137,151 142,356 130,977 154,257 183,628 167,142 1,565,186
All Other Local Sales Tax *117,419 174,520 141,653 120,588 200,416 200,756 183,337 164,894 171,734 218,085 193,522 1,886,924
TOTAL 1,846,071$ 1,710,698$ 1,719,904$ 1,745,360$ 1,808,253$ 1,723,640$ 1,802,470$ 1,456,056$ 1,542,186$ 1,977,045$ 1,836,626$ 19,168,309$
FY 2019/20
CATEGORY JULY AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUNE TOTAL
Construction Sales Tax 517,637 462,244 615,858 617,534 412,787 459,531 281,257 380,036 315,236 504,767 492,156 511,642 5,570,685
Utility Sales Tax 234,537 311,362 320,239 325,272 244,544 210,285 218,262 264,950 224,019 198,472 192,478 226,165 2,970,585
Retail Sales Tax 555,057 542,964 524,735 491,087 630,262 661,184 892,958 582,264 553,726 630,299 560,570 634,962 7,260,068
Bed Tax 54,830 91,322 99,278 104,342 120,624 123,846 109,383 142,745 100,338 51,680 14,780 21,154 1,034,323
Restaurant & Bar Sales Tax 142,433 139,049 154,388 151,118 150,996 176,520 173,479 175,764 138,125 129,206 93,589 119,171 1,743,839
All Other Local Sales Tax *46,762 59,797 66,191 63,774 119,804 155,857 181,405 158,895 123,624 111,669 101,265 108,652 1,297,696
TOTAL 1,551,256$ 1,606,738$ 1,780,689$ 1,753,127$ 1,679,017$ 1,787,223$ 1,856,744$ 1,704,654$ 1,455,069$ 1,626,093$ 1,454,838$ 1,621,747$ 19,877,196$
* Note: Does not include cable franchise fees or sales tax audit revenues
ATTACHMENT F
General Fund State Shared Revenues
FY 2020/21
CATEGORY JULY AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUNE TOTAL
State Shared Income Tax 548,361 548,361 548,361 548,361 548,361 548,361 548,361 548,361 548,361 548,361 548,361 6,031,971
State Shared Sales Tax 243,577 416,638 351,744 490,371 615,415 523,608 454,947 376,182 433,435 572,504 533,020 5,011,441
County Auto Lieu 98,728 256,745 217,528 201,958 162,796 190,665 190,824 175,212 182,116 216,303 104,863 1,997,738
TOTAL 890,666$ 1,221,744$ 1,117,633$ 1,240,690$ 1,326,572$ 1,262,634$ 1,194,132$ 1,099,755$ 1,163,912$ 1,337,168$ 1,186,244$ 13,041,150$
FY 2019/20
CATEGORY JULY AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUNE TOTAL
State Shared Income Tax 489,186 489,186 489,186 489,186 489,186 489,186 489,186 489,186 489,186 489,186 489,186 489,186 5,870,232
State Shared Sales Tax 367,929 418,577 314,216 381,361 447,490 322,597 408,444 563,756 324,864 540,907 349,280 255,070 4,694,491
County Auto Lieu 89,556 184,257 174,793 173,529 183,209 157,268 177,671 183,502 159,026 80,587 138,405 371,622 2,073,425
TOTAL 946,671$ 1,092,020$ 978,195$ 1,044,076$ 1,119,885$ 969,051$ 1,075,301$ 1,236,444$ 973,076$ 1,110,680$ 976,871$ 1,115,878$ 12,638,148$
Town Council Regular Session 1.
Meeting Date:07/07/2021
Proclamation - Child Support Awareness Month
Subject
Proclamation - Child Support Awareness Month
Summary
Attachments
Proclamation
Town Council Regular Session 2.
Meeting Date:07/07/2021
Proclamation - Drowning Impact Awareness Month
Subject
Proclamation - Drowning Impact Awareness Month
Summary
Attachments
Proclamation
Town Council Regular Session A.
Meeting Date:07/07/2021
Requested by: Mike Standish Submitted By:Michelle Stine, Town Clerk's Office
Department:Town Clerk's Office
SUBJECT:
Minutes - June 16, 2021
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 June 16, 2021, minutes.
Attachments
6-16-21 Draft Minutes
D R A F T
MINUTES
ORO VALLEY TOWN COUNCIL
REGULAR, SPECIAL AND STUDY SESSION
JUNE 16, 2021
ONLINE ZOOM MEETING
REGULAR SESSION AT OR AFTER 6:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Winfield called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present: Joseph C. Winfield, Mayor
Tim Bohen, Councilmember
Harry Greene, Councilmember
Joyce Jones-Ivey, Councilmember
Steve Solomon, Councilmember
Absent:Melanie Barrett, Vice-Mayor
Josh Nicolson, Councilmember
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Nicolson joined the meeting.
Councilmember Bohen led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
UPCOMING MEETING ANNOUNCEMENTS
Town Clerk Mike Standish announced the upcoming Town meetings.
COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Greene reported that the Stormwater Utility Division Manager had written a very good
article regarding monsoon storms on the horizon. The article would be available on the Town's website.
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TOWN MANAGER'S REPORT
Town Manager Mary Jacobs reported the following information:
Update regarding This is Oro Valley podcast
Update on the Public Safety Pension Bonds interest rate
Update regarding Oracle Road paving project
Update regarding the Oro Valley Market Place multi-use path paving preservation project
Status update regarding the former Vistoso Golf Course
Status update regarding the fourth of July fireworks show
ORDER OF BUSINESS
Mayor Winfield reviewed the order of business and stated that the order would stand as posted.
Mayor Winfield provided the guidelines for participation in the Town Council's Regular, Study and
Special Session Zoom meeting.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
1.Town of Oro Valley FY 20/21 financial update through April 2021
CALL TO AUDIENCE
Oro Valley resident Dan McLaughlin spoke regarding the Vistoso Golf Course.
Oro Valley resident Teresa Morrow spoke regarding the Vistoso Golf Course.
Oro Valley resident John Medlen spoke regarding the Vistoso Golf Course.
Councilmember Solomon requested a future agenda item be added to the July 7th Council
meeting to consider action regarding the efforts to preserve the former Vistoso golf course. To
facilitate this item, the Town Attorneys are to work with all involved parties to obtain any
confidential releases necessary to allow for an open public discussion. Seconded
by Councilmember Greene.
PRESENTATIONS
There were no presentation items.
ADJOURNMENT OF THE REGULAR SESSION
Mayor Winfield adjourned the Regular Session at 6:18 p.m.
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SPECIAL SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Winfield called the Special Session to order at 6:19 p.m.
SPECIAL SESSION AGENDA
1.PUBLIC HEARING: RESOLUTION NO. (R)21-26, APPROVING THE ADOPTION OF THE FINAL
BUDGET OF THE TOWN OF ORO VALLEY FOR FISCAL YEAR 2021/22, INCLUDING
APPROVAL OF THE 10-YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) FROM FY 2021/22
THROUGH FY 2030/31 AND THE FY 2021/22 SALARY CLASSIFICATION PLAN
Chief Financial Officer Dave Gephart provided an overview of Special Session item #1 and
included the following:
FY 2021/22 Final Budget
Final Notes and Next Steps
Mayor Winfield opened the public hearing.
No comments were received.
Mayor Winfield closed the public hearing.
Discussion ensued amongst Council and staff regarding the adoption of the final budget of the
Town of Oro Valley for Fiscal Year 2021/22.
Motion by Mayor Joseph C. Winfield, seconded by Councilmember Harry Greene to approve
Resolution No. (R)21-26, approving the adoption of the final budget of the Town of Oro Valley for
the fiscal year 2021/22, including the FY 2021/22 Salary Classification Plan, and further MOVE to
approve the Town of Oro Valley 10-year Capital Improvement Program for FY 2021/22 through
FY 2030/31.
Vote: 6 - 0 Carried
ADJOURNMENT OF THE SPECIAL SESSION
Mayor Winfield adjourned the Special Session at 6:35 p.m.
RECONVENE THE REGULAR SESSION
Mayor Winfield reconvened the Regular Session at 6:36 p.m.
CONSENT AGENDA
A.Minutes - June 2, 2021
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B.Reappointment of citizen member Richard Tracy to the Public Safety Personnel Retirement
System (PSPRS) Local Board
C.Resolution No. (R)21-27, authorizing and approving an Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA)
between the Town of Oro Valley and the Pima County Jail to provide officer coverage for video
proceedings between the jail and the Court
D.Resolution No. (R)21-28, authorizing and approving an Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA)
between the Town of Oro Valley and Pima County regarding payment for the incarceration of
municipal prisoners
E.Request for approval of revised architecture for Development Area C of the La Posada Senior
Living Facility, located on the southeast corner of Naranja Drive and 1st Avenue
F.Approval to move the September 1 and September 15, 2021 regular Council meeting dates to
September 8 (2nd Wed.) and September 22 (4th Wed.), 2021, respectively
G.Resolution No. (R)21-29, approving an Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) between the Town of
Oro Valley and Pima County to provide funding for the Pima Early Education Program and
directing Town Manager, Town Clerk, Town Legal Services Director, or their duly authorized
officers and agents to take all steps necessary to carry out the purpose and intent of this resolution
H.Resolution No. (R)21-30, adopting the Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS)
pension funding policy and accepting the Town's share of assets and liabilities under the PSPRS
actuarial valuation report
Motion by Mayor Joseph C. Winfield, seconded by Councilmember Josh Nicolson to approve
Consent Agenda items (A) - (H).
Vote: 6 - 0 Carried
REGULAR AGENDA
1.PUBLIC HEARING: DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING AN APPLICATION
FOR A SERIES 12 (RESTAURANT) LIQUOR LICENSE FOR TUK TUK THAI, LOCATED AT
12125 N. ORACLE ROAD, #169
Town Clerk Mike Standish presented item #1.
Mayor Winfield opened the public hearing.
No comments were received.
Mayor Winfield closed the public hearing.
Motion by Councilmember Harry Greene, seconded by Councilmember Joyce Jones-Ivey to
approve the issuance of a Series 12 Liquor License to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses
and Control for Kevin Arnold Kramber for Tuk Tuk Thai, located at 12125 N. Oracle Road, #169.
Vote: 6 - 0 Carried
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2.PUBLIC HEARING: DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING AN APPLICATION
FOR A SERIES 12 (RESTAURANT) LIQUOR LICENSE FOR SEIS KITCHEN, LOCATED AT
9740 N. ORACLE ROAD
Town Clerk Mike Standish presented item #2.
Mayor Winfield opened the public hearing.
No comments were received.
Mayor Winfield closed the public hearing.
Motion by Councilmember Tim Bohen, seconded by Councilmember Steve Solomon to approve
the issuance of a Series 12 Liquor License to the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and
Control for Jake Jesus Munoz Jr. for Seis Kitchen, located at 9740 N. Oracle Road.
Vote: 6 - 0 Carried
3.DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION REGARDING A PROPOSED ZONING CODE
AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 21 AND OTHER ASSOCIATED CHAPTERS OF THE ORO
VALLEY ZONING CODE TO REVISE THE PLANNING DIVISION WORK PLAN ADOPTION
PROCESS
A. RESOLUTION NO. (R)21-31, DECLARING THE PROPOSED ZONING CODE
AMENDMENTS TO CHAPTER 21 AND OTHER ASSOCIATED SECTIONS OF THE ORO
VALLEY ZONING CODE IN ATTACHMENT 1 AND FILED WITH THE TOWN CLERK, A PUBLIC
RECORD
B. PUBLIC HEARING: ORDINANCE NO. (O)21-08, AMENDMENTS TO CHAPTER 21 AND
OTHER ASSOCIATED CHAPTERS OF THE ORO VALLEY ZONING CODE
Motion by Mayor Joseph C. Winfield, seconded by Councilmember Harry Greene to approve
Resolution No. (R)21-31, declaring the proposed code amendment to Chapter 21 and other
associated sections of the code in Attachment 1 and filed with the Town Clerk, a public record.
Vote: 6 - 0 Carried
Town Manager Mary Jacobs provided an overview of item #3B.
Mayor Winfield opened the public hearing.
No comments were received.
Mayor Winfield closed the public hearing.
Discussion ensued amongst Council and staff regarding item #3B.
Motion by Councilmember Joyce Jones-Ivey, seconded by Councilmember Harry Greene to
approve Ordinance No. (O)21-08, amending Chapter 21 and other associated chapters of the Oro
Valley Zoning Code.
Discussion continued amongst Council and staff regarding item #3B.
Motion by Councilmember Joyce Jones-Ivey, seconded by Councilmember Harry Greene to
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Motion by Councilmember Joyce Jones-Ivey, seconded by Councilmember Harry Greene to
approve Ordinance No. (O)21-08, amending Chapter 21 and other associated chapters of the Oro
Valley Zoning Code.
Vote: 6 - 0 Carried
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
No future agenda items were requested.
ADJOURNMENT OF THE REGULAR SESSION
Motion by Mayor Joseph C. Winfield, seconded by Councilmember Steve Solomon to adjourn
the Regular session at 6:56 p.m.
Vote: 6 - 0 Carried
STUDY SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Winfield called the Study Session to order at 6:57 p.m.
STUDY SESSION AGENDA
1.PRESENTATION AND POSSIBLE DISCUSSION REGARDING AMENDMENTS TO TOWN
CODE CHAPTER 15, WATER CODE, PROHIBITING WATER WASTING, IMPOSE
RESTRICTIONS DURING TOWN DECLARED POTABLE WATER SHORTAGES AND IMPOSE
PENALTIES FOR FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH WATER CONSERVATION REQUIREMENTS
Water Utility Director Peter Abraham presented Study Session item #1 and included the
following:
Town Code - Genesis of Water Code Amendments
Town Code - Proposed Changes
Town Code - Examples of Water Wasting
Town Code - Chapter 15, Proposed Water Code Amendments
Discussion ensued amongst Council and staff regarding Study Session item #1.
ADJOURNMENT OF THE STUDY SESSION
Mayor Winfield adjourned the Study Session at 7:45 p.m.
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_________________________________
Michelle Stine, MMC
Deputy Town Clerk
I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the minutes of the regular session of the
Town of Oro Valley Council of Oro Valley, Arizona held on the 16th day of June 2021. 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:07/07/2021
Submitted By:Mike Standish, Town Clerk's Office
Department:Town Clerk's Office
SUBJECT:
Approval to cancel the July 21, 2021 regular Town Council meeting
RECOMMENDATION:
N/A
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
At their regular meeting on December 2, 2020, the Town Council approved the 2021 regular Town Council meeting
schedule, which included a regular meeting scheduled for July 21, 2021. Currently, there is no business scheduled
for the July 21 regular Town Council meeting. In the event that the Town Council would like to cancel the July 21
regular Town Council meeting, the Town Council must take formal action.
BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION:
N/A
FISCAL IMPACT:
N/A
SUGGESTED MOTION:
I MOVE to cancel the July 21, 2021 regular Town Council meeting.
Attachments
No file(s) attached.
Town Council Regular Session C.
Meeting Date:07/07/2021
Requested by: Bayer Vella, Community and Economic Development
Case Number: 2101224
SUBJECT:
Request for approval of Conceptual Architecture for a pediatric dental building located in the Mercado at Cañada Hills commercial plaza in
proximity to the northeast intersection of La Cañada Drive and Lambert Lane
RECOMMENDATION:
The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider this item on July 6, 2021. Please refer to the forthcoming Council communication for the
Planning and Zoning Commission's recommendation.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The purpose of this request is to consider Conceptual
Architecture for a new pediatric dentist office (see
Attachment 1) in the Mercado at Cañada Hills Commercial
Center (outlined in orange on the image to the right),
located near the northeast corner of La Cañada Drive and
Lambert Lane.
The proposed dental office is a 4,673 sq.ft. single-story
building located on 0.42 acres of the approximately 8.16
acre larger commercial area (see blue outlined and shaded
area on the image to right). The focus of this item is only
on the architectural design, as the Development Plan,
including traffic circulation and all building sites, was
previously approved in July 2005.
The proposed Conceptual Architecture includes the
following:
A contemporary southwest design consistent with the
existing style in the Mercado at Cañada Hills
Commercial Center
Colors and materials including stucco finished walls,
exposed block, and steel similar to the existing
buildings on site that blend with the Sonoran Desert
Fully articulated and cohesive design on all four
sides of the building
Staff finds the request is in conformance with the Town's
Design Principles and applicable design standards.
BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION:
The Town Council's focus is on the architectural design only. The parameters for consideration are the building facade's compliance with the
Town's Design Principles (Section 22.9.D.5) and applicable design standards (Addendum A, Section 2.2). Details analyzing the design for zoning
conformance are provided below. Notable requirements are shown in italics, followed by staff commentary.
Existing Site Conditions:
Zoning: El Conquistador Country Club PAD, Area D (mixed residential and commercial)
Lot size: 0.42 acres
Approvals to Date:
November 1983: El Conquistador Country Club PAD zoning approved by Town Council
July 2005: Development Plan and Preliminary Plat for commercial plaza approved
April 2006: Public Art for commercial plaza approved
September 2007: Final Plat for commercial plaza approved
May 2012: CSP and Conceptual Architecture for adjacent fuel lot approved
December 2012: Minor Plat Amendment to adjust lot lines between fuel center and project site approved
September 2020: Revised Sign Criteria for commercial plaza approved
Below: Development Plan for Mercado at Cañada Hills
Design Principles (Section 22.9.D.5) review:
Section 22.9.D.5.b.i: Design: Building architectural design shall be appropriate for the climate and characteristics of the Sonoran Desert, including
indigenous and traditional textures, colors, and shapes found in and around Oro Valley. All development shall maintain and strengthen the high
quality of design exemplified in Oro Valley through project creativity and design excellence.
The project is coherent and uniform with existing approved architectural designs in the commercial center. The center as a whole is appropriate
for the climate and characteristics of the Sonoran Desert, and maintains and strengthens the high quality of design exemplified in Oro Valley. The
proposed dental office uses similar colors and materials to the existing center, and creates a consistent experience throughout the plaza.
Below: Existing structures within the Mercado at Cañada Hills commercial plaza.
Below: Colored elevations showing the view from each compass direction.
Section 22.9.D.5.b.ii: Scale, Height, and Mass: Building scale, height, and mass shall be consistent with the Town-approved intensity of the site,
designated scenic corridors, and valued mountain views. Buildings shall be designed to respect the scale of adjoining areas and should mitigate
the negative and functional impacts that arise from scale, bulk, and mass.
The proposed building height of 26 feet is within the approved allowance per the El Conquistador Country Club PAD (which allows 38 feet) and is
compatible with surrounding uses and structures in Mercado at Cañada Hills. The single story building mass is broken up with columns, shade
awnings, and roofline variations including a tower, which mirrors other towers on the property.
Section 22.9.D.5.b.iii: Facade Articulation: All building facades shall be fully articulated, including variation in building massing, roof planes, wall
planes, and surface articulation. Architectural elements including, but not limited to, overhangs, trellises, projections, awnings, insets, material,
and texture shall be used to create visual interest that contributes to a building's character.
The proposed architecture includes a varied roofline, overhangs, and columns to provide fully articulated architecture and visual interest on all
four sides. Furthermore, the project uses a number of materials including exposed block, metal, and stucco.
Section 22.9.D.5.b.v: Screening: Building design and screening strategies shall be implemented to conceal the view of loading areas, refuse
enclosures, mechanical equipment, appurtenance , and utilities from adjacent public streets and neighborhoods.
Mechanical equipment is screened by parapets on the roof, and no new trash enclosure is proposed. The existing trash enclosure is screened to
Town standards.
Design Standards (Addendum A, Section 2.2) review:
The scale of development shall be appropriate to the land use type and promote human scale development - The project accomplishes this
through color and material variations, as well as the use of exposed block at the entrance and overhangs for shade on windows along the
north and south facades.
1.
Variations in rooflines shall be used to add interest and reduce the scale of larger buildings - The roofline is varied through the use of
columns and a tower featuring a sloped roof at the entrance.
2.
Use of historic architectural styles or a contemporary interpretation is encouraged - Design is a contemporary style that utilizes materials
and colors previously approved for other buildings in the commercial plaza. The stucco material, stone veneer and metal roof and shade
awnings are all common in Oro Valley, creating a contemporary design reflective of the Sonoran Desert and vernacular of the region.
3.
Visual impact of commercial buildings shall be moderated to reduce scale - The proposed building is relatively small, and the effect of other
design elements such as varied facades, materials, colors, and rooflines breaks the structure into smaller portions.
4.
Clearly articulated building entries and pedestrian elements - With a sloped roof over the entry and a glass wall lobby, the entrance is well
articulated and defined. Pedestrian elements include shade awnings and pedestrian scale stone veneer at the entrance as well as on
columns facing the sidewalk along the southern facade.
5.
Public Participation:
Public notice has been provided as follows:
Posting at Town Hall
Posting on the Town's websites
All affected HOAs
Summary and Recommendation
In summary, the proposed architecture (Attachment 1) meets the Design Principles and applicable design standards. The Planning and Zoning
Commission will consider this item on July 6, 2021, and an updated Council communication will be provided. Given the planned Town Council
recess in August, Town staff is accommodating the applicant to expeditiously move to the building permit stage.
FISCAL IMPACT:
N/A
SUGGESTED MOTION:
The Town Council may consider the following motions:
I MOVE to APPROVE the pediatric dental Conceptual Architecture based on the finding it is in conformance with the Design Principles and design
standards of the Oro Valley Zoning Code Revised.
OR
I MOVE to DENY the pediatric dental Conceptual Architecture based on the finding that ________________.
Attachments
Attachment 1 - Applicant Submittal
Addendum/Draft Minutes added 7-7-21
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LOT 9A ORO VALLEY, ARIZONAMERCADO
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DAVIS PEDIATRIC DENTISTRYLOT 9A ORO VALLEY, ARIZONAMERCADO
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ADDENDUM TO TOWN COUNCIL REGULAR SESSSION REPORT
Meeting Date: July 7, 2021
Requested by: Bayer Vella, Planning Manager
Case Number: 2101224
SUBJECT:
Addendum to Town Council Meeting Consent Item C Report, Request for approval of
Conceptual Architecture for a pediatric dental building located in the Mercado at
Cañada Hills commercial plaza in proximity to the northeast intersection of La Cañada
Drive and Lambert Lane
UPDATED RECOMMENDATION:
During their Regular Session on July 6, 2021 the Planning and Zoning Commission
voted to recommend approval of Conceptual Architecture for a dental office at Mercado
at Cañada Hills, northeast of the La Cañada and Lambert intersection, based on the
finding that it meets Town design principles and design standards.
There were no conditions associated with the recommendation.
Draft minutes from the July 6, 2021 Planning and Zoning Commission Regular Session
are attached.
ATTACHMENTS
Draft Minutes for Planning & Zoning Commission 7-6-21 meeting
D R A F T
MINUTES
ORO VALLEY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
REGULAR SESSION
MEETING HELD VIA ZOOM
REGULAR SESSION AT OR AFTER 6:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
Vice Chair Herrington called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present: Hal Bergsma, Commissioner
Robert Henderson, Commissioner
Ellen Hong, Commissioner
Skeet Posey, Commissioner
Daniel Sturmon, Commissioner
Jacob Herrington, Vice Chair
Absent: Celeste Gambill, Chair
Staff Present:Bayer Vella, Planning Manager
Joe Andrews, Chief Civil Deputy Attorney
Attendees: Melanie Barrett, Town Council Liaison
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Vice Chair Herrington recited the Pledge of Allegiance to the Commission and audience.
CALL TO AUDIENCE
There were no speaker requests.
COUNCIL LIAISON COMMENTS
Council Liaison Melanie Barrett provided an update on recent and upcoming Town Council agenda items as
related to Planning.
REGULAR SESSION AGENDA
1.REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF THE JUNE 1, 2021 REGULAR SESSION MEETING MINUTES
Motion by Commissioner Daniel Sturmon, seconded by Commissioner Hal Bergsma to approve the
June 1, 2021 regular session meeting minutes.
A roll call vote was taken:
Commissioner Bergsma: Aye
Commissioner Henderson: Aye
Commissioner Hong: Aye
Commissioner Posey: Aye
Commissioner Sturmon: Aye
Vice Chair Herrington: Aye
Vote: 6 - 0 Carried
2.DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON A CONCEPTUAL ARCHITECTURE FOR A PEDIATRIC
DENTAL BUILDING LOCATED IN THE MERCADO AT CAÑADA HILLS COMMERCIAL PLAZA, IN
PROXIMITY TO THE NORTHEAST INTERSECTION OF LA CAÑADA DRIVE AND LAMBERT LANE
Planner Kyle Packer provided a presentation that included the following:
- Purpose
- Location and site design
- Design Principles and Standards - design elements and facade articulation
- Design Principles and Standards - scale, height, mass
- Design Standards - colors and materials
- Design Standards - compatibility
- Summary and recommendation
Discussion ensued among the Commission, staff and applicant, Architect Evan Eglin.
Motion by Commissioner Hal Bergsma, seconded by Commissioner Skeet Posey to recommend
approval of the pediatric dental Conceptual Architecture based on the finding it is in conformance with
the Design Principles and design standards of the Oro Valley Zoning Code Revised.
A roll call vote was taken:
Commissioner Bergsma: Aye
Commissioner Henderson: Aye
Commissioner Hong: Aye
Commissioner Posey: Aye
Commissioner Sturmon: Aye
Vice Chair Herrington: Aye
Vote: 6 - 0 Carried
PLANNING UPDATE (INFORMATIONAL ONLY)
Planning Manager Bayer Vella provide updates on the August meeting agenda and upcoming neighborhood
meetings for the Oro Valley Village Center.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Commissioner Daniel Sturmon, seconded by Commissioner Skeet Posey to adjourn the
meeting.
Vice Chair Herrington adjourned the meeting at 6:37 p.m.
I hereby certify that the foregoing minutes are a true and correct copy of the minutes of the regular session of the
Town of Oro Valley Planning and Zoning Commission of Oro Valley, Arizona held on the 6th day of July, 2021. I
further certify that the meeting was duly called and held and that a quorum was present.
___________________________
Jeanna Ancona
Senior Office Specialist
Town Council Regular Session D.
Meeting Date:07/07/2021
Requested by: Bayer Vella, Community and Economic Development
Submitted By:Hannah Oden, Community and Economic Development
Case Number: N/A
SUBJECT:
Item A: Resolution No. (R)21-32 (Attachment 1), authorizing and approving the dedication of a public sewer
easement from the Town of Oro Valley to Pima County
Item B: Resolution No. (R)21-33 (Attachment 2), authorizing and approving the dedication of a private sewer
easement from the Town of Oro Valley to the Tranquilo at Rancho Vistoso Homeowners' Association
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
This item involves two separate sewer easement
dedications located on Town-owned property at the Big
Wash Trailhead shown on the map to the right.
Item A is for the Town to dedicate a public sewer
easement to Pima County for the construction, installation,
maintenance, repair, operation, replacement and removal of
sewer lines, manholes, and associated facilities.
Item B is for the dedication of a private sewer easement to
the Tranquilo at Rancho Vistoso Homeowners' Association
(HOA) for the installation, maintenance, and improvements
associated with sewer infrastructure.
The dedication of these easements will enable a sewer connection to the proposed subdivision and the future public
restrooms at the Big Wash Trailhead. The cost of all sewer infrastructure will be borne by the developer (Pulte
Homes) with maintenance by either the HOA (for the private sewer easement) or Pima County (for the public sewer
easement). There will be no cost to the Town.
BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION:
The sewer easements will serve both the future
Tranquilo at Rancho Vistoso residential subdivision
and the future restroom facilities at the Big Wash
Trailhead at no cost to the Town. More specifically,
the proposed dedications will allow for the
installation of a new public manhole adjacent to
Rancho Vistoso Blvd. and associated sewer
infrastructure to allow a connection into an existing
public sewer main beneath Rancho Vistoso Blvd.
which is owned, operated and maintained by the
Pima County Regional Wastewater Reclamation
Pima County Regional Wastewater Reclamation
Department.
In order for the associated infrastructure to be
installed, the Town must dedicate a public sewer
easement to Pima County (Item A, Attachment 1)
and a private sewer easement to the Tranquilo at
Rancho Vistoso HOA (Item B, Attachment 2) as the
proposed easements are located on Town owned
property at the Big Wash Trailhead.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The cost of all sewer infrastructure will be borne by the developer (Pulte Homes) with maintenance by either the
HOA or Pima County. There will be no cost to the Town.
SUGGESTED MOTION:
Item A
I MOVE to APPROVE Resolution No. (R) 21-32, authorizing and approving a public sewer easement dedication to
Pima County.
Item B
I MOVE to APPROVE Resolution No. (R) 21-33, authorizing and approving a private sewer easement dedication to
the Tranquilo at Rancho Vistoso Homeowners' Association.
Attachments
Attachment 1: (R)21-32 Public Sewer Easement Dedication
Attachment 2: (R)21-33 Private Sewer Easement Dedication
RESOLUTION NO. (R)21-32
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF
ORO VALLEY, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING A SEWER
EASEMENT BETWEEN THE TOWN OF ORO VALLEY, AND PIMA
COUNTY
WH EREAS, the Town of Oro Valley owns the land more specifically described in the Public
Sewer Easement attached hereto as Exhibit “A”; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Oro Valley desires to gr ant a permanent easement to Pima County for the
construction, installation, maintenance, repair, operation, replacement and removal of sewer lines,
manholes and appurtenances for a public sewer; and
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the Town to grant the Sewer Easement, attached hereto as
Exhibit “A”, to Pima County for a public sewer
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL OF
THE TOWN OF ORO VALLEY, ARIZONA AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The Sewer Easement between the Town of Oro Valley and the Pima
County attached hereto as Exhibit “A” is hereby authorized and approved.
SECTION 2. All Oro Valley resolutions or motions and parts of resolutions or
motions of the Council in conflict with the p rovision of this Resolution are hereby
repealed.
SECTION 3. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or portion of this
Resolution or the Easement Agreement attached hereto as Exhibit “A” is for any
reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of
competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining
portions thereof.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Mayor and Town Council of the Town of Oro Valley, Arizona,
this 7th day of July, 2021.
TOWN OF ORO VALLEY, ARIZONA
_______________________________
Joseph C. Winfield, Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM :
Michael Standish, Town Clerk Tobin Sidles, Legal Services Director
Date: Date:
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EXHIBIT “A”
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RESOLUTION NO. (R)21-33
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF
ORO VALLEY, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING A SEWER
EASEMENT BETWEEN THE TOWN OF ORO VALLEY, AND THE
TRANQUILLO AT RANCHO VISTOSO HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATION
WH EREAS, the Town of Oro Valley owns the land more specifically described in the Private
Sewer Easement attached hereto as Exhibit “A”; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Oro Valley desires to gr ant a permanent easement to the Tranq uillo at
Rancho Vistoso Homeowners’ Association for a private sewer, together with access for the
installation, maintenance and improvements of utilities and appurtenances in, over, under and across
the real property; and
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the Town to grant the Easement, attached hereto as Exhibit
“A”, to the Tranquillo at Rancho Vistoso Homeowner’s Association for a private sewer
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL OF
THE TOWN OF ORO VALLEY, ARIZONA AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The Sewer Easement between the Town of Oro Valley and the
Tranquillo at Rancho Vistoso Homeowners’ Association attached hereto as Exhibit
“A” is hereby authorized and approved.
SECTION 2. All Oro Valley resolutions or motions and parts of resolutions or
motions of the Council in conflict with the provision of this Resolution are hereby
repealed.
SECTION 3. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or portion of this
Resolution or the Easement Agreement attached hereto as Exhibit “A” is for any
reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of
competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining
portions thereof.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Mayor and Town Council of the Town of Oro Valley, Arizona,
this 7th day of July, 2021.
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TOWN OF ORO VALLEY, ARIZONA
_______________________________
Joseph C. Winfield, Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM :
Michael Standish, Town Clerk Tobin Sidles, Legal Services Director
Date: Date:
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EXHIBIT “A”
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Town Council Regular Session E.
Meeting Date:07/07/2021
Requested by: Bayer Vella, Community and Economic Development
Submitted By:Hannah Oden, Community and Economic Development
Case Number: N/A
SUBJECT:
Resolution No. (R)21-34, authorizing and approving the dedication of an easement for the access, maintenance,
and construction of soil cement bank protection from the Town of Oro Valley to Pima County
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
This item is for the dedication of an easement for the
access, maintenance, and construction of soil cement
bank protection from the Town of Oro Valley to Pima
County (Attachment 1). The proposed easement is
located on Town owned property at the Big Wash
Trailhead as shown on the map to the right.
Construction of the new bank protection will protect the
existing trailhead from flooding and erosion. The
developer, Pulte Homes, will be responsible for the
construction of the bank protection and all associated
costs. Once complete, the Pima County Flood Control
District will be responsible for all maintenance.
BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION:
New soil cement bank protection along the
eastern edge of the Town's Big Wash Trailhead
property is to be constructed by the developer (Pulte)
of the Tranquilo at Rancho Vistoso residential
subdivision.
Key Considerations:
The developer is required to provide
improvements to the trailhead as a condition
of the rezoning approval for the
Tranquilo property.
1.
The soil cement will protect the Big Wash
Trailhead from the effects of flooding and
erosion.
2.
The soil cement bank protection will include a
10-foot wide multi-use path and improved
access into the wash adjacent to the trailhead.
All construction costs will be borne by the
3.
developer.
Once constructed, the ownership and maintenance of the bank protection improvements will be by the Pima
County Flood Control District.
4.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The developer, Pulte Homes, will be responsible for the construction of the bank protection and all associated
costs. Once complete, the Pima County Flood Control District will be responsible for all maintenance. There will be
no cost to the Town.
SUGGESTED MOTION:
I MOVE to APPROVE Resolution No. (R)21-34, authorizing and approving an easement for the access,
maintenance, and construction of soil cement bank protection to Pima County.
Attachments
Attachment 1: (R)21-34 for bank protection easement dedication
RESOLUTION NO. (R)21-34
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF
ORO VALLEY, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING AN
EASEMENT BETWEEN THE TOWN OF ORO VALLEY, AND PIMA
COUNTY FOR THE ACCESS, MAINTENANCE, AND CONSTRUCTION
FOR SOIL CEMEN T BANK PROTECTION
WH EREAS, the Town of Oro Valley owns the land more specifically described in the Access,
Maintenance and Construction Easement attached hereto as Exhibit “A”; and
WHEREAS, the Town of Oro Valley desires to gr ant a permanent easement to Pima County for the
access, maintenance, and construction for soil cement bank protection; and
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the Town to grant the Access, Maintenance and
Construction Easement, attached hereto as Exhibit “A”, to Pima County for access, maintenance,
and construction for soil cement bank protection.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND TOWN COUNCIL OF
THE TOWN OF ORO VALLEY, ARIZONA AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The Access, Maintenance and Construction Easement between the
Town of Oro Valley and the Pima County attached hereto as Exhibit “A” is hereby
authorized and approved.
SECTION 2. All Oro Valley resolutions or motions and parts of resolutions or
motions of the Council in conflict with the p rovision of this Resolution are hereby
repealed.
SECTION 3. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or portion of this
Resolution or the Easement Agreement attached hereto as Exhibit “A” is for any
reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of
competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining
portions thereof.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Mayor and Town Council of the Town of Oro Valley, Arizona,
this 7th day of July, 2021.
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TOWN OF ORO VALLEY, ARIZONA
_______________________________
Joseph C. Winfield, Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM :
Michael Standish, Town Clerk Tobin Sidles, Legal Services Director
Date: Date:
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EXHIBIT “A”
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Town Council Regular Session F.
Meeting Date:07/07/2021
Requested by: Kara Riley Submitted By:Catherine Hendrix, Police Department
Department:Police Department
SUBJECT:
Resolution No. (R)21-35, authorizing and approving an Intergovernmental Agreement between Pima County and
the Town of Oro Valley for the joint formation and operation of specialized law enforcement teams among public
agencies within Pima County, superseding and replacing the existing SWAT IGA
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
This Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) is among public agencies located in Pima County, Arizona, on behalf of
their respective law enforcement agencies. The purpose of this IGA is to set forth the terms and conditions under
which the Parties, through their law enforcement agencies, will collectively form and operate the Regional Teams
such as SWAT Team, Bomb Squad, Mobile Field Force Team and Critical Incident Team.
BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION:
In the past, the Pima Regional Teams had separate IGA's for each team and different terms. All the parties have
agreed to combine the Regional Team's IGA's in addition to adding the Pima Regional Critical Incident Team. This
will create efficiencies for all agencies involved.
The Pima Regional Critical Incident Team may respond to officer-involved shootings, in-custody deaths or critical
incidents when requested by a participating agency, which will enhance the accountability, transparency,
communication and increase trust to improve the legitimacy of independent investigations.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Each Party will fund the procurement of all necessary equipment for its members of the Unit and shall bear the
costs of its employees incurred in the implementation of this IGA, including wages (including overtime), health
insurance, benefits and workers’ compensation. Sufficient capacity for these costs are included in the upcoming FY
2021/22 budget.
SUGGESTED MOTION:
I MOVE to APPROVE Resolution No. (R)21-35, authorizing and approving an Intergovernmental Agreement
between Pima County and the Town of Oro Valley for the joint formation and operation of specialized law
enforcement teams among public agencies within Pima County, superseding and replacing the existing SWAT IGA.
Attachments
(R)21-35 Pima Regional Teams
Pima Regional Teams IGA
RESOLUTION NO. (R)21-35
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE
TOWN OF ORO VALLEY, ARIZONA, AUTHORIZING AND
APPROVING AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT
BETWEEN PIMA COUNTY AND THE TOWN OF ORO
VALLEY FOR THE JOINT FORMATION AND OPERATION
OF SPECIALIZED LAW ENFORCEMENT TEAM S AMONG
PUBLIC AGENCIES WITHIN PIMA COUNTY,
SUPER SEDING AND REPLACING THE EXISTING SWAT
IGA
WHEREAS, pursuant to A.R.S. § 11-952, the Town is authorized to enter into or renew
agreements for joint and cooperative action with other public agencies; and
WHEREAS, the Town is authorized to establish and maintain the Oro Valley Police Department,
pursuant to A.R.S. § 9-240 (B)(12); and
WHEREAS, the Town and several public agencies previously entered into an agreement to form
and operate the Pima Regional Special Weapons and Tactics (“SWAT”) Team; and
WHEREAS, operation of the Pima Regional SWAT Team has demonstrated the value of a regional
team with specialized training, skills and capabilities to maintain and enhance the ability of law
enforcement agencies to respond to certain situations; and
WHEREAS, application of the regional team concept to other areas of law enforcement requiring
specialized training, skills and capabilities will further maintain and enhance the ability of the Town
and public agencies, through their various law enforcement agencies, to respond to situations in
which use of these regional teams is appropriate; and
WHEREAS, the Town desires to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with Pima
County to form and operate specialized law enforcement teams among public agencies within Pima
County as described in the IGA attached hereto as Exhibit “A”; and
WHEREAS, the IGA attached hereto as Exhibit “A” will supersede and replace the aforementioned
Pima Regional SWAT team agreement, which shall terminate; and
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the Town to enter into the IGA, attached hereto as Exhibit
“A” and incorporated herein by this reference, to provide for the health, safety and welfare of the
residents in the Town of Oro Valley.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Town Council of the Town of
Oro Valley, Arizona, that:
SECTION 1. The IGA between the Town of Oro Valley and Pima County attached
hereto as Exhibit “A”, for the fo rmation and operation of specialized law
enforcement teams among public agencies within Pima County is hereby approved.
SECTION 2. The previously entered Pima Regional SWAT team agreement is
hereby superseded and replaced with the IGA attached hereto as Exhibit “A”.
SECTION 3. The Mayor, the Chief of Police and any other administrative officials
are hereby authorized to take such steps as necessary to execute and implement the
terms of the Agreement.
SECTION 4. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of the
resolution or any part of the IGA between the Town of Oro Valley and Pima County,
attached hereto as Exhibit “A”, is for any reason held to be invalid or
unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision
shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions thereof.
SECTION 5. All Oro Valley resolutions, or motions and parts of resolutions or
motions of the Council in conflict with the provisions of this Resolution are hereby
repealed.
PASSED AND AD OPTED by the Mayor and Town Council of the Town of Oro Valley, Arizona,
this 7th day of July, 2021.
TOWN OF ORO VALLEY
_______________________________
Joseph C. Winfield, Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Michael Standish, Town Clerk Tobin Sidles, Legal Services Director
Date: Date:
EXHIBIT “A”
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INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT REGARDING JOINT FORMATION
AND OPERATION OF SPECIALIZED LAW ENFORCEMENT TEAMS AMONG
PUBLIC AGENCIES WITHIN PIMA COUNTY
This Intergovernmental Agreement (“IGA”) is entered into by and among public
agencies located in Pima County, Arizona, on behalf of their respective law enforcement
agencies (referred to collectively as the “Parties”). Any public agency, as that term is
defined in Arizona Revised Statutes § 11 -951, that executes this IGA in counterpart form
shall be a Party as of the date of execution.
Recitals
A. WHEREAS public agencies may contract for services and enter into agreements
with one another for joint or cooperative action pursuant to A.R.S. § 11-951, et
seq.; and
B. WHEREAS the Pascua Yaqui Tribe may contract for services and enter into
agreements for joint or cooperative action pursuant to Article VI, Section 1(a) of
the Constitution of the Pascua Yaqui Tribe; and
C. WHEREAS several public agencies previously entered into an agreement to form
and operate the Pima Regional Special Weapons and Tactics (“SWAT”) Team;
and
D. WHEREAS operation of the Pima Regional SWAT team has demonstrated the
value of a regional team with specialized training, skills and capabilities to
maintain and enhance the ability of law enforcement agencies to respond to
certain situations; and
E. WHEREAS application of the regional team concept to other areas of law
enforcement requiring specialized training, skills and capabilities will further
maintain and enhance the ability of the Parties, through their various law
enforcement agencies, to respond to situatio ns in which use of these regional
teams is appropriate; and
F. WHEREAS upon execution this IGA shall supersede and replace the
aforementioned Pima Regional SWAT agreement, which shall terminate.
NOW, THEREFORE, the Parties, pursuant to the above, and in consideration of the
matters and things hereinafter set forth, do mutually agree as follows:
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Agreement
I. Purpose
The purpose of this IGA is to set forth the terms and conditions under which the
Parties, through their law enforcement agencies, will collectively form and operate
the Regional Teams described in Section II below.
II. Scope
The Parties will collectively form and operate the following:
Pima Regional SWAT Team, the mission of which is to respond when requested by
a Party or other law enforcement entity to potentially life -threatening situations
and/or incidents requiring specialized skills, tactics and/or equipment, and to secure,
isolate and resolve situations in a manner consistent with escalation of force theories
and the preservation of life.
Pima Regional Bomb Squad, the mission of which is to respond when requested by
a Party or other law enforcement entity to any of the following: Suspected explosive
devices or suspicious packages believed to be hazardous, explosive recoveries,
protective sweeps for dignitaries or special events by Explosive Detection Canine
teams, post-blast investigations, or other situations requiring specialized training or
equipment related to explosive hazards.
Pima Regional Mobile Field Force Team (“MFF”), the mission of which is to
respond when requested by a Party or other law enforcement entity to any of the
following: civil disobedience, protest, civil disturbance, riot, or sports riot, which
requires the response of a cohesive unilateral law enforcement response to mitigate
protestor actions during a civil disorder event and to secure, isolate and resolve
situations in a manner consistent with escalation of force theories and the preservation
of life.
Pima Regional Critical Incident Team, the mission of which is to respond to
officer-involved shootings, in-custody deaths or critical incidents when requested by
a Party to enhance accountability, transparency, communication and increase trust to
improve the legitimacy of independent investigations.
The Parties may choose particular Regional Teams in which to participate. The
Parties are not obligated to participate in all Regional Teams. The Chief Executive
Officers of the respective law-enforcement agencies shall provide written notice to
the others of which Regional Teams they wish to join.
The Parties, through their respective law enforcement agencies, shall develop
Standard Operating Procedures and Policies manuals (the “Manuals”) specific to
each of the regional teams formed under this IGA. The Parties shall work together
in good faith through their law enforcement agencies to form and operate the Pima
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Regional SWAT Team, the Pima Regional Bomb Squad, the Pima Regional MFF
Team and the Pima Regional Critical Incident Team as set forth in each respective
Manual, which are incorporated herein by this reference.
Additional public agencies may be permitted to join in this IGA upon the unanimous
consent of all the then Parties, and execution of a resolution and a counterpart
signature page to this IGA by the public agency’s governing body. Any new agency
so admitted will be deemed to be a “Party” hereunder.
All individuals selected to participate as members of any Regional Team, w ill
continue to be employees of the Parties with which they are associated.
III. Financing
Each Party will fund the procurement of all necessary equipment for its members of
the Unit. Grant funds obtained for the Pima Regional SWAT Team, the Pima
Regional Bomb Squad, the Pima Regional MFF Team and the Pima Regional Critical
Incident Team shall be used fo r the benefit of all Parties. In the event a Part y
withdraws from a Regional Team pursuant to Section V(A) or (B) of this IGA, the
Party shall not be entitled to any share of grant funds existing at the date of
withdrawal, and all such funds shall continue to be used for the benefit of the
remaining Parties. Each Party shall bear the costs of its employees incurred in the
implementation of this IGA, including wages (including overtime), health insurance,
benefits and workers’ compensation.
IV. Term
The init ial term of this IGA shall be five years beginning July 1, 2021. The parties
shall have the option to extend the term of this IGA for two additional five (5) year
periods or any portion thereof. Any modification or term extension of this IGA shall
be by formal written amendment executed by the Parties.
V. Termination
A. Withdrawal without Cause. A Party may terminate its participation in any of
the Regional Teams with no less than sixty (60) calendar day written notice to
the other Parties. If a Party terminates as a result of a failure of its governing
body to budget and appropriate sufficient funds to support that Party’s
participation, and a sixty calendar day notice is not possible, it shall give the
other Parties written notice of the non-appropriation within ten (10) days after
the final budget is adopted by its governing body.
B. Withdrawal for Cause. A Party may withdraw immediately in the event that a
Regional Team, for reasons other than the actions or directions of that Party’s
Team members, materially breaches the standard operating procedures in a
manner that exposes that Party to significant additional legal liability, or the
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Team or one or more other Parties materially breaches this IGA. Because each
Party understands and acknowledges that its withdrawal will cause significant
disruption to the operation of the Regional Teams, it shall not exercise this
termination option unless the breach or exposure is significant, material, and of
an on-going nature.
C. Termination in Event of Pima County Withdrawal. In the event that Pima
County terminates its participation in this IGA, and after the duties set forth in
subsection D below, this IGA shall terminate as to all Parties. The withdrawal
of any Party other than Pima County shall not affect the validity and
continuation of the IGA as to the other Parties.
D. Shutting Down Operations. Upon expiration of this IGA, or in the event of an
earlier termination as to all the Parties, whether by agreement of the Parties or
as a result of Pima County’s withdrawal, the remaining Parties hereto shall
cooperate in good faith to close the operation of the Regional Teams in a
manner that is safe and fiscally sound. The Parties at the time of the termination
or expiration shall continue to be liable in their proportionate shares on any
long-term financial obligation of the Regional Teams, such as the payment of
rent, provided that such obligations were authorized by them under this IGA or
any supplement.
E. Disposition of Equipment . In the event a Party terminates its participation or
withdraws from the Team pursuant to Section V (A) or (B), any uniforms
purchased through grant funding and assigned to members of the terminating
or withdrawing Party shall remain the property of the Jurisdiction. All
equipment purchased through grant funding and assigned as Team equipment
will remain with the remaining Parties. A terminating or withdrawing Party
shall retain any personal equipment purchased for its members by the Party. In
the event this IGA is terminated pursuant to Section V(C), all equipment
purchased for the Team through grant funding shall be d ivided proportionally
among the Parties.
VI. Insurance
Each Party shall obtain and maintain at its own expense, during the entire term of
such Party’s participation in this IGA, the following type(s) and amounts of
insurance:
a) Commercial General Liability in the amount of $2,000,000.00 combined,
single limit Bodily Injury and Property damage;
b) Commercial or Business automobile liability coverage for owned, non-
owned and hired vehicles used in the p erformance of this IGA with
limits in the amount of $1,000,000.00 combined single limit or
$1,000,000.00 Bodily Injury, $1,000,000.00 Property Damage;
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c) Worker’s compensation coverage, including employees’ liability
coverage, as required by law.
A Party may self-insure as permitted by law.
VII. Indemnification.
To the extent permitted by law, each Party (as “indemnitor”) agrees to indemnify,
defend and hold harmless each of the other Parties (as “indemnitee(s)”) from and
against any and all claims, losses, liability, costs, or expenses, including reasonable
attorney’s fees (hereinafter collectively referred to as “claims”) arising out of bodily
injury, including death, or property damage, but only to the extent that such claims
which result in vicarious/derivative liability to the indemnitee(s), are caused by the
act, omission, negligence, misconduct, or other fault of the indemnitor, its officers,
officials, agents, employees or volunteers.
VIII. Compliance with Laws
The Parties shall comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, rules,
regulations, standards and Executive Orders, without limitation to those designated
within this IGA. As to parties that are Indian tribes, an Executive Order shall only
be deemed to be applicable if it specifically names “Indian tribes” as being within the
scope of the order, and the person issuing the Order has lawful authority to issue an
Executive Order that would be lawfully binding upon Indian tribes. The laws and
regulations of the State of Arizona shall govern the rights of the parties, the
performance of this IGA and any disputes hereunder. Any action relating to this IGA
shall be brought in any court of competent jurisdiction.
IX. Non-Discrimination
In performance of this IGA the Parties shall not discriminate against any employee,
client or any other individual in any way because of that person’s age, race, creed,
color, religion, sex, disability or national origin in the course of carrying out their
duties pursuant to this IGA. The Parties who are not Indian tribes shall comply with
the provisions of Executive Order 75-5, as amended by Executive Order 99-4, which
is incorporated into this IGA by reference, as if set forth in full herein. Those parties
that are Indian Tribes shall comply with all anti-discrimination laws and ordnances
specifically made applicable to Indian tribes by law.
X. ADA
The Parties shall comply with all applicable provisions of the Americans with
Disabilities Act (Public Law 101 -336, 42 U.S.C. 12101-12213) and all applicable
federal regulations under the Act, including 28 CFR Parts 35 and 36.
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XI. Severability
If any provision of this IGA, or any application thereof to the parties or any person
or circumstances, is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions or
applications of this IGA which can be given effect, without the invalid provision or
application and to this end the provisions of this IGA are declared to be severable.
XII. Conflict of Interest
This IGA is subject to cancellation for conflict of interest pursuant to A.R.S. § 38 -
511, the pertinent provisions of which are incorporated herein by referenc e.
XIII. Legal Authority
No Party warrants to the other its legal authority to enter into this IGA. If a court, at
the request of a third person, should declare that either party lacks authority to enter
into this IGA, or any part of it, then the IGA, or parts of it affected by such order,
shall be null and void, and no recovery may be had by either party against the other
for lack of performance or otherwise.
XIV. Workers’ Compensation.
Each Party who is not an Indian tribe shall comply with the notice of A.R.S. § 23 -
1022 (E). For purposes of A.R.S. § 23-1022, each Party shall be considered the
primary employer of all personnel currently or hereafter employed by that Party,
irrespective of the operations of protocol in place, and said party shall have the sole
responsibility for the payment of Workers’ Compensation benefits or other fringe
benefits of said employees.
XV. No Joint Venture.
It is not intended by this IGA to, and nothing contained in this IGA shall be construed
to, create any partnership, joint venture or employment relationship between the
Parties or create any employer-employee relationship between one Party’s
employees, and any other Party hereunder. No Party shall be liable for any debts,
accounts, obligations or other liabilities whatsoever of the other, including (without
limitation) the other party's obligation to withhold Social Security and income taxes
for itself or any of its employees.
XV. No Third-Party Beneficiaries.
Nothing in the provisions of this IGA is intended to create duties or obligations to or
rights in third parties not parties to this IGA or affect the legal liability of any Party
to the IGA by imposing any standard of care with respect to the maintenance o f public
facilities different from the standard of care imposed by law.
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XVI. Sovereign Immunity.
Nothing in this IGA shall be construed as an express or implied waiver of the
sovereign immunity of any party in any forum or jurisdiction. Provisions of t his IGA
shall apply to Native American jurisdictions only to the extent that they do not violate
Native American sovereignty.
XVII. Immigration Laws.
The Parties hereby warrant that they will at all times during the term of this IGA
comply with all federal immigration laws applicable to each party’s employment of
its employees, and with the current requirements of A.R.S. § 23 -214(A) (together the
“State and Federal Immigration laws”). The Parties shall further ensure that each
subcontractor who performs any work for the party under this IGA likewise complies
with the State and Federal Immigration Laws.
XVIII. Entire Agreement.
This document constitutes the entire agreement between the Parties pertaining to the
subject matter hereof, and all prior or contemporaneous agreements and
understandings, oral or written, are hereby superseded and merged herein. This IGA
shall not be modified, amended, altered or extended except through a written
amendment executed by the governing bodies of the Parties.
XIX. Counterparts.
This IGA may be executed in two or more counterparts, each of which shall be
deemed an original, but all of which together shall constitute one and the same
instrument. The signature pages from one or more counterpart may be removed from
such counterpart and attached to a single instrument.
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In Witness Whereof , each Parties has caused this Intergovernmental Agreement to be
executed by a representative of that Jurisdiction’s governing body, and attested by its clerk,
upon resolution of its governing body.
PIMA COUNTY: ATTEST:
Sharon Bronson Date
Chairman, Board of Supervisors
Julie Castaneda Date
Clerk of the Board
Chris Nanos Date
Sheriff of Pima County
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In Witness Whereof , each Parties has caused this Intergovernmental Agreement to be
executed by a representative of that Jurisdiction’s governing body, and attested by its clerk,
upon resolution of its governing body.
TOWN OF ORO VALLEY ATTEST:
Joseph C. Winfield Date
Mayor of Oro Valley
Michael Standish Date
Town Clerk
Kara Riley Date
Chief of Police, Oro Valley
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In Witness Whereof , each Parties has caused this Intergovernmental Agreement to be
executed by a representative of that Jurisdiction’s governing body, and attested by its clerk,
upon resolution of its governing body.
TOWN OF SAHUARITA ATTEST:
Tom Murphy Date
Mayor of Sahuarita
Lisa Cole Date
Town Clerk
John Noland Date
Chief of Police, Sahuarita
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In Witness Whereof , each Parties has caused this Intergovernmental Agreement to be
executed by a representative of that Jurisdiction’s governing body, and attested by its clerk,
upon resolution of its governing body.
CITY OF SOUTH TUCSON ATTEST:
Bob Teso Date
Mayor of South Tucson
Veronica Moreno Date
City Clerk
Manuel Amado Date
Chief of Police, South Tucson
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In Witness Whereof , each Parties has caused this Intergovernmental Agreement to be
executed by a representative of that Jurisdiction’s governing body, and attested by its clerk,
upon resolution of its governing body.
TOWN OF MARANA ATTEST:
Ed Honea Date
Mayor of Marana
Cherry Lawson Date
Town Clerk
Reuben Nunez Date
Chief of Police, Marana
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In Witness Whereof , each Parties has caused this Intergovernmental Agreement to be
executed by a representative of that Jurisdiction’s governing body, and attested by its clerk,
upon resolution of its governing body.
PASCUA YAQUI TRIBE ATTEST:
Peter Yucupicio Date
Tribal Council Chairman
Francisco Valencia Date
Tribal Council Secretary
Michael Valenzuela Date
Chief of Police, Pascua Yaqui Tribe
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In Witness Whereof , each Parties has caused this Intergovernmental Agreement to be
executed by a representative of that Jurisdiction’s governing body, and attested by its clerk,
upon resolution of its governing body.
TUCSON AIRPORT AUTHORITY ATTEST:
Danette Bewley Date
President/CEO Tucson Airport
Authority
Cathy Borders Date
Executive Assistant to the President
Chief Scott Bader Date
Tucson Airport Police Department
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In Witness Whereof , each Parties has caused this Intergovernmental Agreement to be
executed by a representative of that Jurisdiction’s governing body, and attested by its clerk,
upon resolution of its governing body.
CITY OF TUCSON ATTEST:
Regina Romero Date
Mayor of the City of Tucson
Roger Randolph Date
City Clerk
Chris Magnus Date
Chief of Police, City of Tucson
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Intergovernmental Agreement Determination
The foregoing Intergovernmental Agreement has been reviewed pursuant to A.R.S. § 11 -
952 by the undersigned, who have determined that it is in proper form and is within the
powers and authority granted under the laws of the State of Arizona to those parties to the
Intergovernmental Agreement represented by the undersigned.
Sean Holguin Date Tobin Sidles Date
Deputy County Attorney, Pima County Oro Valley Legal Services Director
Daniel J. Hochuli Date Bobby Yu Date
Sahuarita Town Attorney City of South Tucson Attorney
Jane Fairall Date Alfred Urbina Date
Marana Town Attorney Attorney General, Pascua Yaqui Tribe
Christopher Schmaltz Date Mike Rankin Date
General Counsel, Tucson Airport Authority Tucson City Attorney
Town Council Regular Session G.
Meeting Date:07/07/2021
Submitted By:Mike Standish, Town Clerk's Office
Department:Town Clerk's Office
SUBJECT:
Resolution No. (R)21-36, approving the Agenda Committee assignment for the period of September 1, 2021, to
November 30, 2021
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Per the Town Council Parliamentary Rules and Procedures & Code of Conduct, the Town Council shall set and
approve the Agenda Committee meeting assignments. Attached is the proposed Agenda Committee meeting
assignment of Councilmember Greene for the period of September 1, 2021, to November 30, 2021.
BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION:
N/A
FISCAL IMPACT:
N/A
SUGGESTED MOTION:
I MOVE to APPROVE Resolution No. (R)21-36, approving the Agenda Committee assignment for the period of
September 1, 2021, to November 30, 2021.
Attachments
(R)21-36 Agenda Committee Assignment
RESOLUTION NO. (R)21-36
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF ORO VALLEY,
ARIZONA, ASSIGNING COUNCILMEMBER GREENE TO THE AGENDA
COMMITTEE FOR THE PERIOD OF SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 THROUGH NOVEMBER
30, 2021; 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 and Procedures and Code of Conduct; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to section 5.2 (A) Town Council Parliamentary Rules and Procedures &
Code of Conduct , the Town Council shall set and approve the agenda committee meeting
assignments; and
WHEREAS, Town Council wishes to assign Councilmember Greene to the agenda committee
for the period of September 1, 2021 through November 30, 2021.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Town of Oro
Valley, Arizona, as follows:
SECTION 1. That Councilmember Greene is hereby assigned to the Agenda Committee for the
period of September 1, 2021 through November 30, 2021.
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 To wn of Oro Valley,
Arizona, this 7th day of July, 2021.
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:07/07/2021
Requested by: Councilmember Solomon & Councilmember Greene
Submitted By:Mike Standish, Town Clerk's Office
Department:Town Clerk's Office
SUBJECT:
DISCUSSION OF THE CURRENT STATUS REGARDING THE EFFORTS TO PRESERVE THE FORMER
VISTOSO GOLF COURSE, SUBJECT TO EXISTING CONFIDENTIALITY REQUIREMENTS
-Council may adjourn into Executive Session to seek legal advice regarding this item pursuant to A.R.S.
38-431.03(A)(3), (A)(4) and/or (A)(7)
RECOMMENDATION:
N/A
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Councilmember Solomon and Councilmember Greene have requested this agenda item.
BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION:
N/A
FISCAL IMPACT:
N/A
SUGGESTED MOTION:
This item is for discussion only.
Attachments
No file(s) attached.
Town Council Regular Session 2.
Meeting Date:07/07/2021
Submitted By:David Gephart, Finance
Department:Finance
SUBJECT:
RESOLUTION NO. (R)21-37, PRESENTATION, DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION TO ADOPT REVISED
FINANCIAL AND BUDGETARY POLICIES
RECOMMENDATION:
The Budget and Finance Commission and Town staff recommend approval.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The purpose of this item is to submit for review, consideration and adoption by the Town Council, a resolution
adopting proposed updates to the financial policies for the Town of Oro Valley.
BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION:
Periodically, it is necessary to review and update Town financial and budgetary policies to incorporate best
practices and modernize format and language to reflect current business practices and philosophy. As such, last
fiscal year staff began a comprehensive and thorough process of reviewing and updating the Town Financial and
Budgetary Policies. Existing financial and budgetary policies had undergone minimal review when last approved on
June 19, 2020. Prior to that, a more substantive review was approved by Council on June 6, 2018. Government
Finance Officers' Association (GFOA) best practices recommend review and approval on an annual basis.
Many of the substantive changes from existing policies relate to formatting. Further, the Town had separate
Investment and PSPRS Pension Funding Policies, which are both being folded into the revised Town financial and
budgetary policies providing a singular reference source. Both the current Financial and Budgetary Policy and
Investment Policy have been attached for reference. While existing financial and budgetary, and investment policies
have served the Town well in strengthening the financial position of the Town and protecting Town assets, staff
recommends that significant improvement could be made in improving the structure of the policies to improve
clarity and organization.
Staff presented proposed changes for review and comment to the Budget and Finance Commission (BFC) over four
(4) separate meetings from August 18, 2020, through November 17, 2020. Much thought and deliberation has
been invested by both the BFC and staff to ensure the revised policy document reflects the highest degree
of professionalism, best practices, and structure, reflecting current Town processes and priorities. The proposed
revisions and updates have been unanimously recommended for Council approval by the BFC.
As mentioned, current and proposed policy documents are attached. Further, a "crosswalk" has been included to
assist in understanding how current policies are incorporated into the proposed comprehensive policy document.
FISCAL IMPACT:
N/A.
SUGGESTED MOTION:
I MOVE to APPROVE Resolution No. (R)21-37, adopting revised financial and budgetary policies.
Attachments
(R)21-37 Financial and Invest Policies
Attachment A - Proposed Financial Policies
Attachment B - Current Financial Policies
Attachment C - Current Investment Policy
Attachment D - Crosswalk
Staff Presentation
RESOLUTION NO. (R)21-37
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE TOWN OF ORO VALLEY, ARIZONA, AMENDING
AND APPROVING UPDATES TO THE FINANCIAL AND
BUDGETARY POLICIES AND THE INVESTMENT
POLICY FOR THE TOWN OF ORO VALLEY
WHEREAS, on June 17, 2015, the Town Council approved Resolution No. (R) 15-50, adopting
the “Town of Oro Valley Financial and Budgetary Policies” as amended; and
WHEREAS, on September 15, 2010, the Town Council approved Resolution No. (R) 10-65,
adopting the “Town of Oro Valley Investment Policy” as amended; and
WHEREAS, the Council has determined that it is appropriate and necessary to update and
combine the “Town of Oro Valley Financial and Budgetary Policies” and the “Town of Oro
Valley Investment Policy” to bring the policies in line with current financial practices,
procedures, and strategies of the Town by replacing, as of the date of this Resolution, such
policies with the documents attached hereto as Exhibit “A” (Town of Oro Valley Financial and
Budgetary Policies), and incorporated by reference.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the Town of Oro
Valley, Arizona that:
SECTION 1. The updates to the Town of Oro Valley Financial and Budgetary Policies now
including the revised Town of Oro Valley Investment Policy is hereby adopted and approved.
SECTION 2. The Town Manager and any other administrative officials, or their designees of
the Town of Oro Valley are hereby authorized to take such steps as are necessary to implement
the Town of Oro Valley Financial and Budgetary Policies as amended.
SECTION 3. All Oro Valley Ordinances, Resolutions, or Motions and parts of Ordinances,
Resolutions or Motions of the Council in conflict with the provisions of this Resolution are
hereby repealed.
PASSED AND AD OPTED by the Mayor and Council of the Town of Oro Valley, Arizona, this
7th day of July, 2021.
TOWN OF ORO VALLEY
Joseph C. Winfield, Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Michael Standish, Town Clerk Tobin Sidles, Legal Services Director
Date: Date:
EXHIBIT “A”
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Town of Oro Valley, Arizona
Financial and Budgetary Policies
Guiding Principles:
The Town of Oro Valley has an important responsibility to its residents to carefully account for
public funds, manage its finances prudently and plan for the adequate funding of services desired
by the public. Sound financial policies help ensure the Town’s capability to adequately fund and
provide government services desired by the community. The policies contained herein are
designed to foster and support the continued financial strength and stability of the Town of Oro
Valley. Following these policies enhances the Town’s financial health as well as its image and
reputation with residents, the general public, bond and credit rating agencies and investors. The
policies serve as guidelines for the Town’s overall fiscal planning and management. In addition,
both the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) and the National Advisory Council on
State and Local Budgeting (NACSLB) recommend formal adoption of financial policies by the
jurisdiction’s governing board. The most recent Town Council amendment and re-adoption of
the policies occurred on June 17, 2020 per Resolution (R)20-30.
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Table of Contents
1-1 Annual Budget Process 3
1-2 Strategic Long-Range Financial Planning 6
1-3 Fiscal Monitoring & Reporting 7
1-4 Banking and Investments 8
1-5 Capital Expenditures and Improvements 14
1-6 PSPRS Pension Funding 16
1-7 Revenues 20
1-8 Expenditures 22
1-9 Debt 24
1-10 Fund Balance 26
1-11 Internal Controls 29
1-12 Grants 30
1-13 Accounting, Auditing, and Financial Reporting 31
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Town of Oro Valley Policy
Annual Budget Process
1-1
Last Review Review Month
Responsible for maintaining & applying this policy: Finance
Next Review:
______________________________________________________________________________
Purpose: To establish policy for setting guidelines for budgeting to help ensure a financially
sound, accountable, and transparent process.
Scope: All personnel
Definitions:
Appropriations: The legal authority to spend money granted through an adopted budget.
Balanced budget: A financial plan in which all resources are equal to all requirements.
Budget: A financial plan estimating revenues and expenditures over a set period of time, which
is usually one fiscal year.
Capital budget: A financial plan specific to procurement of durable, higher value purchases which
satisfy requirements of the capital threshold of the Town, along with the resources necessary to
fund the capital purchases.
Contingency: Planned financial reserves in a fund that are not dedicated to a particular function,
department or activity, whose purpose is to mitigate uncertainty inherent in cost estimates, as
well as unpredictable risk exposure.
Fiscal year: A year utilized for financial reporting and budgeting purposes. For the Town, th e
fiscal year begins July 1 and ends June 30.
Fund: A fiscal and accounting entity with a self -balancing set of accounts.
One-time revenues: Revenues which are expected to only be received once, and do not provide
an ongoing inflow of monies to the Town.
Operating budget: A financial plan of current annual spending, along with the resources
necessary to pay for it.
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Recurring expenditures: Expenditures which are expected to be incurred regularly and routinely
required by Town operations.
Recurring revenues: Revenues which are expected to provide an ongoing inflow of monies to the
Town.
Structurally balanced budget: A budget in which all recurring revenues are equal to all recurring
expenditures.
Policy:
1.0 Operating Budget and Capital Budget – The operating budget and capital budget shall
serve as the annual financial plan of the Town. The budget shall provide staff with the
resources necessary to accomplish the Town Council’s determined service levels, and will
serve as the policy documents of the Town Council for implementing its Strategic
Leadership Plan and other plans as periodically adopted by the elected body or voted on
by the community.
2.0 Budget Timelines – The Town Manager shall annually prepare and present a Town
Manager’s Recommended Budget to Town Council at least two months prior to the
beginning of a new fiscal year. Based upon feedback from Town Council, a Tentative
Budget shall be developed and approved by Town Council prior to the beginning of a new
fiscal year establishing the maximum level of spending for the new fiscal year. The final
budget shall be adopted by Town Council no later than July 31. The Town Manager shall
meet all budget requirements specified in State Law.
3.0 Balanced Budget – The proposed budget will be balanced for the ensuing fiscal year.
Deferrals, short-term loans, or one-time revenue sources will be avoided as budget
balancing techniques.
4.0 Contingency – The budget shall include contingency appropriation to provide for
unanticipated increases in service delivery costs, emergencies, and needs that may arise
through the fiscal year. The contingency appropriation may only be expended upon Town
Council approval.
5.0 Current Funding Basis – The Town shall budget and operate on a current funding basis.
Expenditures shall be budgeted and controlled so as not to exceed expected current
revenues. The Town shall strive to achieve a structurally balanced budget whereby
recurring expenditures are funded exclusively with recurring revenues.
6.0 Budget Development – The Town will use strategic, multi-year fiscal planning,
conservative revenue forecasts and a program/performance-based budgeting method.
This method requires each department to establish fiscal year goals and objectives that
will be evaluated to determine the effectiveness and efficiency of both department and
Town resources, such process and procedure to be up to the Town Manager . Utilization
of the program/performance budget format will provide a basis for evaluation of service
and other impacts of potential increases or decreases in funding. The budget will
incorporate the best available estimates of revenues and expenditures.
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7.0 Budget Management – The Town Council shall delegate authority to the Town Manager
in managing the budget after it is formally adopted, including transfer of funds within
programs, categories, and departments. The Town Manager may further delegate levels
of authority for the daily operation of the budget.
8.0 Level of Budget Adoption – The annual budget shall be adopted at the fund level, except
in the General Fund where it shall be adopted at the department level. To provide
sufficient control and accountability, budgets shall be prepared and monitored by major
expenditure categories (personnel, operations and maintenance, capital outlay, debt
service).
9.0 Appropriations – All appropriations shall lapse at the end of the fiscal year. There is no
carryover of appropriations from year to year.
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Town of Oro Valley Policy Strategic Long-Range Financial Planning
1-2
Last Review Review Month
Responsible for maintaining & applying this policy: Finance
Next Review:
______________________________________________________________________________
Purpose: To establish policy for long-range forecasting and planning to help ensure a
financially sound, accountable, and transparent Town.
Scope: All personnel
Definitions: None
Policy:
1.0 Five-year Forecast of Revenues and Expenditures – A five-year forecast of revenues and
expenditures, to include a discussion of major trends affecting the Town’s financial
position, shall be prepared in anticipation of the annual budget process. The forecast
shall also examine critical issues facing the Town, economic conditions, and the outlook
for the upcoming budget year.
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Town of Oro Valley Policy Fiscal Monitoring & Reporting
1-3
Last Review Review Month
Responsible for maintaining & applying this policy: Finance
Next Review:
______________________________________________________________________________
Purpose: To establish policy for preparing and presenting regular reports that analyze,
evaluate, and forecast the Town’s financial performance and economic condition .
Scope: All personnel
Definitions: None
Policy:
1.0 Financial Status and Performance Reports – Monthly reports comparing expenditures and
revenues to current budget, projecting expenditures and revenues through the end of the
fiscal year, noting the status of fund balances to include dollar amounts and percentages,
and outlining any remedial actions necessary to maintain the Town’s financial position
shall be prepared for review by the Town Manager and Town Council.
2.0 Status Report on Capital Projects – A summary report on the contracts awarded, capital
projects completed, and the status of the Town’s various capital programs will be
prepared at least quarterly and presented to the Town Manager and Town Council.
3.0 Compliance with Financial Policy Statements – Financial policies will be reviewed annually
by the Town Council and updated, revised or refined as deemed necessary. Policy
statements adopted by the Council are guidelines and occasionally exceptions may be
appropriate and required. However, exceptions to stated policies will be specifically
identified and the need for the exception will be documented and fully explained.
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Town of Oro Valley Policy Banking and Investments
1-4
Last Review Review Month
Responsible for maintaining & applying this policy: Finance
Next Review:
______________________________________________________________________________
Purpose: To establish policy for investing Town cash and investments to ensure its safety,
provide for necessary liquidity, and optimize yield.
Scope: All personnel
Definitions:
Credit risk: The risk of loss due to the failure of the security or backer and/or banks.
Interest rate risk: The risk that the market value of securities will fall or rise due to changes in
market interest rates.
Policy:
1.0 Objective – While conforming to federal, state, and other legal requirements the
primary objectives of the Town of Oro Valley investment activities shall be: Safety,
Liquidity and Yield. These objectives shall be achieved through mitigating credit risk
and interest rate risk.
1.1 Safety – The principal goal of the investment program is the preservation and
safety of the capital of all Town Funds. Each investment transacti on shall seek
to first ensure that capital losses are avoided, whether they are from security
defaults or erosion of market value.
1.2 Liquidity – The Town’s investment portfolio shall remain sufficiently liquid in
order to meet the operati ng requirements that may be reasonably foreseen.
The investment portfolio should be composed in such a way that securities
mature concurrent with cash needs to meet required demands . Furthermore,
since all possible cash demand cannot be anticipated, the portfolio should
consist largely of securities with active secondary or resale markets
(dynamic liquidity). Alternati vely, a portion of the portfolio may be placed in
money market mutual funds or local government investment pools which
offer same-day liquidity for short-term funds.
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1.3 Yield – The Town’s investment portfolio shall attain the highest rate of yield
through budgetary and economi c cycles taking into account the constraints
imposed by its safety objectives, cash flow considerations and state laws that
restrict the placement of certain public funds. Yield on investment is of
secondary importance compared to the safety and liquidity objectives above.
The investments are limited to relatively low risk securities in anticipation of
earning a fair yield relative to the risk being assumed. Securities shall generally
be held until maturity with the following exceptions:
1.3.1 A security with declining credit may be sold early to minimize loss of
principal.
1.3.2 A security swap that would improve the quality, expected return, or target
duration in the portfolio.
1.3.3 Liquidity needs of the portfolio require that the security be sold .
1.4 Credit risk – The Town will minimize credit risk by:
1.4.1 Limiting investments to the types of securities listed in this investment
policy.
1.4.2 Pre-qualifying financial institutions, brokers/dealers, intermediaries, and
advisors with which the Town will do business in accordance to this policy.
1.4.3 Diversifying the investment portfolio so that the impact of potential losses
from any one type of security or from any one individual issuer will be
minimized.
1.5 Interest rate risk – The Town will minimize interest rate risk by:
1.5.1 Structuring the investment portfolio so that securities mature to meet cash
requirements for ongoing operations, thereby avoiding the need to sell
securities on the open market prior to maturity.
1.5.2 Investing operating funds primarily in shorter-term securities, money
market mutual funds or similar investment pools limiting the average
maturity in the portfolio in accordance with this policy.
2.0 Delegation of Authority – Authority to manage the investment program is granted to the
Town Finance Director/CFO, under the supervision of the Town Manager. Responsibility
of the operation of the daily investment program is delegated to the Finance
Director/CFO , who shall carry out the operation of the investment program
consistent with this investment policy. No employee may engage in an investment
transaction except as provided under the terms of this policy and the procedures
established by the Finance Director/CFO.
3.0 Prudence – The standard of prudence to be used by the Finance Director/CFO shall be
the "prudent person" standard and shall be applied in the context of managing the
overall portfolio . The Finance Director/CFO, shall exercise due diligence and not be
liable for losses . The "prudent person" standard with respect to Town Investments
shall be the exercise of judgment and care, with prudence , discretion and intelligence
that a person would exercise in their own affairs, not for speculation, but for
investment, considering the primary objectives set forth in Section 1-1 of this policy.
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4.0 Ethics and Conflicts of Interest – Employees involved in the investment process will
refrain from conducting personal business activity that could conflict with the proper
execution and management of the investment program, or that could impair their ability
to make impartial decisions. Employees will disclose any material interests in financial
institutions with which they conduct business. They will disclose any personal
financial/investment positions that could be related to the performance of the
investment portfolio. Employees shall refrain from undertaking personal investment
transactions with the same individual that conducts business with the Town.
5.0 Safekeeping and Custody – To protect against potential fraud or embezzlement, the
investments of the Town shall be secured through third-party custody and safekeeping
procedures. Ownership shall be protected through third-party custodial safekeeping.
The Town’s external auditor shall review safekeeping procedures annually.
5.1 Internal Controls – The Finance Director/CFO is responsible for establishing and
maintaining an internal control structure designed to ensure that the assets of the
Town are protected from loss, theft or misuse. The controls shall be designed to
prevent the loss of public funds arising from fraud, employee error, third party
misrepresentation, unanticipated changes in financial markets or imprudent
actions by employees and officers of the Town.
5.2 Independent Financial Institution - The Town shall contract with a single,
independent financial institution for custodial and safekeeping services for the
Town’s investment portfolio.
5.3 Delivery vs. Payment – All trades of marketable securities will be executed by
delivery vs. payment (DVP) to ensure that securities are deposited in an eligible
financial institution simultaneously to the release of funds.
5.4 Authorized Financial Dealers and Institutions – The Finance Director/CFO will
review the financial condition and registration of qualified bidders. Financial
institutions and broker/dealers who would like to become qualified bidders
for investment transactions with the Town must supply the following:
• Audited financial statements
• Proof of National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD) certification
• Proof of stated registration
• Certification of having read and understood and agreeing to comply
with the Town’s investment policy
• Evidence of adequate insurance coverage
An annual review of the financial condition and registration of all qualified
financial institutions and broker/dealers wi ll be conducted by the Finance
Director/CFO. If the Town utilizes an external investment advisor, the advisor may
be authorized to transact with its own Approved Broker/Dealer List on behalf of
the Town. If the investment advisor utilizes its own Broker/Dealer List, the advisor
will perform due diligence for the brokers/dealers on its Approved List.
6.0 Investment Types – Suitable and authorized investments include the following:
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6.1 Authorized investments for the debt service reserve funds shall be consistent with
those set forth in the trust indentures or the long-term debt issuances.
6.2 Fully insured or collateralized certificates of deposit (CD) that are FDIC-insured
in eligible depositories if the interest rate bid is 103% or more of the equivalent
bond yield of the offer side of treasury bills.
6.3 Interest bearing savings accounts in qualified banks and savings and loan
institutions which are FDIC insured.
6.4 Repurchase agreements with maximum maturity of 180 days.
6.5 The pooled investment funds established by the State Treasurer pursuant to
A.RS. 35-326.
6.6 Bond or other evidence of indebtedness of the United States or any of its agencies
or instrumentalities when the obligations are guaranteed as to principal and
interest by the United States or by any agency or instrumentality of the United
States.
6.7 Bonds or other evidences of indebtedness of this State, any county, city, town,
or school district. Ratings of these investments must be AAA or equivalent.
6.8 Bonds, notes or evidences of indebtedness of any county or municipal district
within this State which are payable from revenues or earnings specifically pledged
for the payment of the principal and interest on the obligations, if they meet
certain criteria as specified in A.RS .35-323. Ratings of these investments must be
AAA or equivalent.
6.9 Bonds, notes or other evidences of indebtedness issued by any municipal
improvement district in this State to finance local improvements authorized by
law, if the principal and the interest of the obligations are payable from
assessments on real property within the local improvement district. Ratings of
these investments must be AAA or equivalent.
6.10 Money market mutual funds regulated by the Securities and Exchange Commission
and whose portfolios consist of dollar-denominated securities. Money market
mutual funds must always be priced at $1/share.
6.11 Commercial paper, rated in the highest tier (e.g., A-1, P-1, F-1, or D-1 or higher) by
a nationally recognized rating agency.
6.12 Bonds, debentures, notes or other evidences of indebtedness that are
denominated in United States dollars and that carry at a minimum an “A” or better
rating at the time of purchase, from at least two nationally recognized rating
agencies.
6.13 Bonds, debentures, notes or other evidences of indebtedness that are
denominated in United States dollars and that carry at a minimum an “A” or better
rating at the time of purchase, from at least two nationally recognized rating
agencies.
6.14 Negotiable or brokered certificates of deposit issued by a nationally or state-
chartered bank or savings and loan association. Callable securities are not
permitted.
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6.15 Collateralization of 102% will be required on two types of Town investments:
certificates of deposit and repurchase agreements.
7.0 Investment Parameters – Investment parameters include the following:
7.1 Diversification - The investments shall be diversified by:
7.1.1 Limiting investments to avoid over-concentration in securities from a
specific issuer or business sector (excluding U.S. Treasury securities)
7.1.2 Limiting investment in securities that have higher credit risks
7.1.3 Investing in securities with varying maturities
7.1.4 Investing a portion of the portfolio in readily available funds such as local
government investment pools (LGIP’s), overnight repurchase agreements,
or other overnight accounts to ensure that appropriate liquidity is
maintained in order to meet ongoing obligations
7.2 Maturities - Reserve funds are subject to different requirements on maximum
maturities than those for other Town funds according to the terms and
provisions as outlined in the trust indenture of the long-term debt issuances. To
ensure liquidity the Town shall attempt to match its investments with
anticipated cash flow requirements . As all possible cash demands cannot be
anticipated, a portion should consist of securities with active secondary and
resale markets. The Town will not invest in securities with maximum
maturities greater than those allowed under A.R.S. 35-323, Investment of
Public Monies. Currently, maximum maturities are:
7.2.1 Securities and deposits: 5 years
7.2.2 Repurchase agreements: 30/180 days in accordance with A.R.S 35-323.
7.3 Competitive Procurement Process/Use of Cooperative Contract - Before the
Town invests any public funds, a competitive procurement process should be
conducted for the necessary services or investment instruments. If a specific
maturity date is required, either for cash flow purposes or in order to conform
to maturity guidelines, bids will be requested for instruments which meet the
maturity requirement. If no specific maturity is required, a market trend (yield
curve) analysis will be conducted to determine which maturities would be most
advantageous. The competitive process will follow the policies and procedures
outlined in the Town’s Procurement Code and comply with A.R.S. 35 -323. The
Town may also choose to use an existing cooperative contract provided the
contract meets all requirements of the Town’s Procurement Standards.
8.0 Shock Test – The purpose of the shock test is to analyze the impact of changes in market
interest rates on the potential value of the portfolio. The investment portfolio shall be
shock tested quarterly by the safekeeping agent as part of their contract responsibility.
At a minimum, the stress test will value the portfolio assuming interest rates rise or fall
by up to 300 basis points across the entire yield curve. Information obtained from the
stress test combined with current economic and interest rate forecasts will assist in
determining appropriate maturities for new investments considering risks.
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9.0 Benchmarks – The investment portfolio held by authorized financial institutions will be
managed in accordance with the parameters specified within this policy. The portfolio
should obtain a market average rate of return of stable interest rates which are equal
to or exceed that obtained through investing in the State of Arizona Local Government
Investment Pool (LGIP), which is managed by the State Treasurer. Performance will be
monitored quarterly.
10.0 Banking Services – The Town will execute a contract with its financial depository which
shall designate the requirements of serving as a depository for the Town, including
collateralization of Town funds invested at such depository and the related safekeeping
requirements of the pledged securities. The Town will evaluate and request bids on
banking services every five years.
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Town of Oro Valley Policy Capital Expenditures and Improvements
1-5
Last Review Review Month
Responsible for maintaining & applying this policy: Finance
Next Review:
______________________________________________________________________________
Purpose: To establish policy for annually reviewing and monitoring the state of the Town’s
capital equipment and infrastructure, setting priorities for its replacement and renovation based
on needs, funding alternatives, and availability of resources.
Scope: All personnel
Definitions:
Capital asset: Any item with an acquisition cost of $5,000 or more, and an estimated useful life
of two or more years.
Capital improvement program (CIP): A planning document comprised of capital projects
expected to be funded over the next 10 years. The purpose of the CIP is to systematically identify,
plan, schedule, finance, track and monitor capital projects to ensure cost effectiveness as well as
conformance to established policies and Council goals and priorities.
Capital project: A project expected with an estimated cost of $50,000 or more, and expected to
have a useful life of five or more years.
Minor assets: Assets with an acquisition cost of $1,000 or more, but less than $5,000, and an
estimated useful life of two or more years.
Policy:
1.0 Capital Improvements – The Town shall annually review the needs for capital
improvements, including the current status of the Town infrastructure, replacement and
renovation needs, and potential new projects. All projects, both ongoing and proposed,
shall be prioritized based on an analysis of current needs and resource availab ility at the
direction of the Town Manager. For every proposed capital project, all operation,
maintenance, and replacement costs shall be fully costed. Proposed capital projects will
not be authorized or awarded until a funding source is identified.
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2.0 Capital Assets – Capital assets shall be depreciated over their estimated useful lives
utilizing the straight-line method and shall be included in the operating budget.
3.0 Capital Projects – Capital projects shall be depreciated over their estimated useful lives
utilizing the straight-line method and shall be included in both the capital improvement
program (CIP) and capital budget.
4.0 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) – A minimum ten-year capital improvement program
will be developed and updated annually, encompassing both anticipated funding sources
and any estimated operating expenditures. Estimated operating expenditures associated
with capital projects will be included in the operating budget. Estimated first-year capital
expenditures in the CIP shall be included in the Capital Fund. A quarterly status report
will be prepared for Council to facilitate monitoring of each project’s progress and identify
any significant issues.
5.0 Prioritization – Prioritization shall occur first at the department level, and then at the
Town-wide level by a cross-departmental capital project team. Financing sources will
then be identified for the projects ranking the highest based on evaluation criteria and
available resources.
6.0 Minimum Funding Level – In order for the Town to provide sustainable funding for capital
improvements and asset repair/maintenance needs each year, the annual budget shall
include the allocation of a minimum of 5% of the Town ’s General Fund estimated sales
tax revenues (not including state-shared revenues) to fund these needs, subject to
Council approval and funding availability. These funds will be accounted for in a separate
Capital Fund.
7.0 Capital Expenditure Financing – The Town recognizes that there are three basic methods
of paying for capital requirements. It can budget the funds from curre nt resources (pay
as you go), it can take the funds from fund balance as allowed by the Fund Balance Policy
(another pay as you go method), or it can borrow money through debt. Debt financing
includes general obligation bonds, revenue bonds, certificates of obligation,
lease/purchase agreements, certificates of participation, commercial paper, and other
debt instruments permitted under Arizona law. Guidelines for incurring debt are set forth
in the Debt Policy Statements.
8.0 Audits – The Finance Department shall be responsible for verifying the actual physical
existence of capital and minor assets and the accuracy of the Town’s asset database. The
process will be monitored through asset audits of Town departments and divisions. Any
significant irregularities will be reported to the Town Manager. The Town shall strive to
perform a complete inventory of capital items at least every two years.
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Town of Oro Valley Policy PSPRS Pension Funding
1-6
Last Review Review Month
Responsible for maintaining & applying this policy: Finance
Next Review:
______________________________________________________________________________
Purpose: To establish policy for clearly communicating the Town of Oro Valley’s Public
Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS) and Correction Officer Retirement Plan (CORP)
pension funding objectives, its commitment to public safety employees of the Town, and sound
financial management. Further, to comply with ARS 38-863.01.
Scope: The Town’s sworn police employees who are regularly assigned hazardous duty
participate in the PSPRS. Selected individuals who serve as dispatchers in the Oro Valley Police
Department participate in the CORP plan, which is administered by PSPRS.
Definitions:
Unfunded actuarial accrued liability (UAAL): The difference between trust assets and the
estimated future cost of pensions earned by employees. This UAAL results from actual results
(investment income, member mortality, disability rates, payroll increases, etc.) being different
from the assumptions used in previous actuarial valuations.
Annual required contribution (ARC): The annual amount required to pay into the pension funds,
as determined through annual actuarial valuations. It is comprised of two primary components:
normal pension cost - which is the estimated cost of pension benefits earned by employees in
the current year; and amortization of UAAL - which is the cost needed to cover the unfunded
portion of pensions earned by employees in previous years. The UAAL is collected over a period
of time referred to as the amortization period. The ARC is a percentage of the current payroll.
Funded ratio: A ratio of fund assets to actuarial accrued liability. The higher the ratio, the better
funded the pension is with 100% being fully funded.
Intergenerational equity: A concept meant to ensure that no generation is burdened by
substantially more or less pension costs than past or future generations.
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Policy:
1.0 Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS)
1.1 PSPRS is administered as an agent multiple-employer pension plan. An agent
multiple-employer plan has two main functions:
1.1.1 To comingle assets of all plans under its administration, thus achieving
economies of scale for more cost-efficient investments and invest those
assets for the benefit of all members under its administration .
1.1.2 To serve as the statewide uniform administrator for the distribution of
benefits.
1.2 Under an agent multiple-employer plan, each agency participating in the plan has
an individual trust fund reflecting that agencies’ assets and liabilities. Under this
plan all contributions are deposited to and distributions are made from that fund’s
assets, each fund has its own funded ratio and contribution rate, and each fund
has a unique annual actuarial valuation. The Town of Oro Valley has one trust
fund for police employees. The Town also contributes to the Correction Officer
Retirement Plan (CORP), administered by the Public Safety P ersonnel Retirement
System, on behalf of selected individuals who serve as dispatchers in the Oro
Valley Police Department. CORP maintains one trust fund for dispatchers.
1.3 Council formally accepts the assets, liabilities, and current funding ratio of the
Town’s PSPRS and CORP trust funds from the June 30, 2020 actuarial valuations
specified below.
Trust Fund Assets Accrued Liability
Unfunded Actuarial
Accrued Liability
Funded
Ratio
Oro Valley Police $41,498,361 $67,240,526 $25,742,165 61.7%
Oro Valley Dispatchers $ 1,504,732 $ 3,374,933 $ 1,870,201 44.6%
1.4 PSPRS and CORP Funding Goal – Pensions that are less than fully funded place the
cost of service provided in earlier periods (amortization of UAAL) on current
taxpayers. Fully funded pension plans are the best way to achieve taxpayer and
member intergenerational equity.
1.5 The Council’s PSPRS and CORP funding ratio goal is 100% (fully funded) by June
30, 2036 and beyond. Council establishes this goal for the following reasons:
1.5.1 The PSPRS and CORP trust funds represent only the Town of Oro Valley’s
liability.
1.5.2 The fluctuating cost of an UAAL causes strain on the Town’s budget,
affecting the Town’s ability to provide services.
1.5.3 A fully funded pension is the best way to achieve taxpayer and member
intergenerational equity.
1.6 Council has determined that in order to achieve the 100% funding r atio goal, the
following actions will be taken as early as possible in fiscal year 21/22 with a July
2021 target completion:
1.6.1 Make a $10 million payment from reserves in FY22 to the plan.
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1.6.2 Issue $17 million in pension obligation debt in FY22, proceeds to be
deposited into the plan.
1.6.3 Maintain ARC payment from operating revenues – Council is committed to
maintaining the full ARC payment (normal cost and UAAL amortization)
from operating funds. The estimated combined ARC for FY21/22 is
estimated at $3.5 million for PSPRS and at $171,000 for CORP and shall be
paid from operating funds.
1.6.4 At such time the ARC is projected to be reduced, the Town should
endeavor to continue paying the ARC at the higher rate (currently 41.62%
for Police), to maintain the funding ratio goal of 100%, based on funding
availability. This is due to historically poor investment performance in the
Plan and should assist in mitigating risk should it continue.
1.6.5 Retain the 20-year amortization of unfunded liability.
1.6.6 Review Local board practices annually.
1.6.7 Periodically engage consultants to review actual results and recommend
possible adjustments or corrections as necessary.
1.7 Payments to PSPRS will be as follows:
1.7.1 In FY21, the Town will make approximately $2.9M in payments based upon
a 41.62% contribution rate.
1.7.2 In FY22, the Town will make approximately $3.5M in payments based upon
a 43.57% contribution rate, plus a one-time $10M payment from reserves
and an approximately $17M payment from pension obligation bond
issuance. The two additional payments will not be reflected in funding
ratio until fiscal year 2024.
1.7.3 In FY23, the Town will make approximately $3.5M in payments based upon
a 43.57% contribution rate.
1.7.4 In FY24 and subsequent years, the Town will continue maintaining a 100%
funding ratio. If the funding ratio grows to over 110%, the Town Manager
through the budget process, may recommend applying funding to other
Town priorities. If the funding ratio falls below 100%, future additional
payments will be made to restore the funding ratio back to 100%.
1.8 It is hereby the Town Council’s intent to achieve its goal of 100% funding by June
30, 2036, in accordance with the amortization timeline set forth by the PSPRS and
CORP June 30, 2020 Actuarial Valuation.
1.9 The following shows the historical performance of the unfunded actuarial accrued
liability:
Unfunded
Accrued Actuarial Accrued Funded
Year Trust Fund Assets Liability Asset/(Liability) Ratio
2014 Oro Valley Police $23,567,852 $36,122,643 $(12,554,791) 65%
2014 Oro Valley Dispatchers $ 1,216,956 $ 2,269,744 $ (1,052,788) 54%
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2015 Oro Valley Police $26,200,389 $40,452,911 $(14,252,522) 65%
2015 Oro Valley Dispatchers $ 1,205,067 $ 2,362,604 $ (1,157,537) 51%
2016 Oro Valley Police $29,296,195 $48,414,270 $(19,118,075) 61%
2016 Oro Valley Dispatchers $ 1,163,258 $ 2,524,360 $ (1,361,102) 46%
2017 Oro Valley Police $31,882,797 $53,037,566 $(21,154,769) 60%
2017 Oro Valley Dispatchers $ 1,260,798 $ 3,077,649 $ (1,816,851) 41%
2018 Oro Valley Police $34,172,618 $57,022,056 $(22,849,438) 60%
2018 Oro Valley Dispatchers $ 1,337,558 $ 2,945,307 $ (1,607,749) 45%
2019 Oro Valley Police $37,842,906 $62,278,853 $(24,435,947) 61%
2019 Oro Valley Dispatchers $ 1,424,947 $ 3,240,399 $ (1,815,452) 44%
2020 Oro Valley Police $41,498,361 $67,240,526 $(25,742,165) 62%
2020 Oro Valley Dispatchers $ 1,504,732 $ 3,374,933 $ (1,870,201) 45%
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Town of Oro Valley Policy Revenues
1-7
Last Review Review Month
Responsible for maintaining & applying this policy: Finance
Next Review:
______________________________________________________________________________
Purpose: To establish policy for designating, maintaining, and administering a revenue
system that assures a reliable, equitable, diversified, and sufficient revenue stream to support
desired Town services.
Scope: All Personnel
Definitions: None
Policy:
1.0 Balance and Diversification in Revenue Sources – The Town shall strive to maintain a
balanced and diversified revenue system to protect it from fluctuations in any one source
due to changes in local economic conditions which adversely impact that source.
2.0 User Fees and Charges – For services that benefit specific users, the Town shall establish
and collect fees to recover the costs of those services. The Town Council shall determine
the appropriate cost recovery level and establish the fees. Where feasible and desirable,
the Town shall seek to recover full direct and indirect costs. Material user fees shall be
reviewed on an annual basis to calculate their full cost recovery levels, to compare them
to the current fee structure, and to recommend adjustments where necessary.
3.0 Revenue Estimates for Budgeting – To maintain a stable level of services, the Town shall
use a conservative, objective and analytical approach when preparing revenue estimates.
The process shall include analysis of probable economic changes and their impacts on
revenues, historical collection rates, and trends in revenues. This approach should reduce
the likelihood of actual revenues falling short of budget estimates during the year and
should avoid mid-year service reductions.
4.0 Revenue Collection and Administration – The Town shall maintain high collection rates
for all revenues by keeping the revenue system as simple as possible to facilitate payment.
In addition, because revenue should exceed the cost of producing it, the Town shall strive
to control and reduce administrative costs. The Town shall pursue to the full extent
allowed by state law all delinquent taxpayers and others overdue in payments to the
Town.
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5.0 Write-off of Uncollectible Accounts – The Town shall monitor payments due the Town
(accounts receivable) and the Town Manager or designee shall periodically write-off
accounts where collection efforts have been exhausted and/or collections efforts are not
feasible or cost-effective.
6.0 Use of One-time Revenues – The Town shall discourage the use of one-time revenues for
ongoing expenditures.
7.0 Use of Unpredictable Revenues – The Town shall exercise caution with the use of
unpredictable revenues for ongoing expenditures.
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Town of Oro Valley Policy Expenditures
1-8
Last Review Review Month
Responsible for maintaining & applying this policy: Finance
Next Review:
______________________________________________________________________________
Purpose: To establish policy for identifying priority services, establish appropriate service
levels, and administer the expenditure of available resources to assure fiscal stability and the
effective and efficient delivery of Town services.
Scope: All Personnel
Definitions: None
Policy:
1.0 Current Funding Basis – The Town shall operate on a current funding basis. Expenditures
shall be budgeted and controlled so as to not exceed current revenues plus the planned
use of fund balance accumulated through prior year savings. (The use of fund balance
shall be guided by the Fund Balance Policy Statements).
2.0 Avoidance of Operating Deficits (Governmental Funds) – The Town Manager shall take
immediate corrective actions if, at any time during the fiscal year, expenditure and
revenue re-estimates are such that an operating deficit (projected expenditures in excess
of projected revenues) is projected at year-end. Corrective actions may include a hiring
freeze, employee reductions, expenditure reductions, fee increases, use of fund balance
within the Fund Balance Policy or other actions that may be deemed necessary and
appropriate. Expenditure deferrals into the following fiscal year, short-term loans or use
of one-time revenue sources shall be avoided in attempt to achieve fiscal structural
balance. Corrective actions referenced above shall be presented to Town Council at the
earliest possible time for approval.
3.0 Maintenance of Capital Assets – Within the resources available each fiscal year, the Town
shall maintain capital assets and infrastructure at a sufficient level to protect the Town’s
investment, to minimize future replacement and maintenance costs, and to continue
service levels.
4.0 Periodic Program Reviews – The Town Manager shall undertake periodic staff and third -
party reviews of Town programs for both efficiency and effectiveness. Privatization and
contracting with other governmental agencies will be evaluated as alternative
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approaches to service delivery. Programs which are determined to be inefficient and/or
ineffective shall be reduced in scope or eliminated.
5.0 Purchasing – The Town shall conduct its purchasing and procurement functions efficiently
and effectively, fully complying with applicable Federal and State laws, and the Town
Procurement Code. Staff shall make every effort to maximize any discounts offered by
creditors/vendors. Staff shall also utilize competitive bidding or cooperative purchasing
agreements to attain the best possible price on goods and services. Procurement policy
and procedures are found in Town AD 2-2.
6.0 Uniform Expenditure Reporting System – The Arizona Constitution imposes a limit on the
expenditures of local jurisdictions. The Town will comply with these expenditure
limitations and submit an audited expenditure limitation report, audited financial
statements, and audited reconciliation report as defined by the Uniform Expenditure
Reporting System to the State Auditor General within prescribed timelines in accordance
with A.R.S. 41-1279.07.
7.0 Budget Amendments and Transfers – To provide flexibility in the management of
department budgets for major expenditures (personnel, operations & maintenance,
capital outlay, and debt service) the following amendment and transfer provisions shall
apply:
7.1 Transfers of budget capacity between funds shall require the recommendation of
the Town Manager and formal action by the Town Council.
7.2 Transfers of budget capacity between line items within each major expenditure
category shall be permitted upon recommendation of the Department Head and
approval by the Town Manager.
7.3 Transfers of budget capacity between line items or major expenditure categories
to fund additional personnel or increased expenditures as a re sult of personnel
reclassifications shall require the recommendation of the Town Manager and
formal action by the Town Council.
7.4 Transfers of budget capacity that reduce or eliminate funding for items designated
in the adopted Capital Improvement Program shall require the recommendation
of the Town Manager and approval of the Town Council.
7.5 Transfers of budget capacity that reduce or eliminate funding for debt service shall
require the recommendation of the Town Manager and approval of the Town
Council.
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Town of Oro Valley Policy Debt
1-9
Last Review Review Month
Responsible for maintaining & applying this policy: Finance
Next Review:
______________________________________________________________________________
Purpose: To establish policy for establishing guidelines for debt financing that provides
needed capital equipment and infrastructure improvements while minimizing the impact of debt
payments on current revenues.
Scope: All Personnel
Definitions:
Excise Tax: Excise taxes for purposes of debt repayment include Town Sales and Franchise Fees,
Licenses and Permits, Fines, State-shared Sales Tax, and State-shared Income Tax revenues.
Policy:
1.0 Use of Debt Financing – Debt financing, to include general obligation bonds, certificates
of participation, commercial paper, lease/purchase agreements, and other obligations
permitted to be issued or incurred under Arizona law, shall only be used to purch ase
capital assets that cannot be prudently acquired from either current revenues or fund
balance. The useful life of the asset or project shall exceed the repayment schedule of
any debt the Town assumes. The Town shall not use long-term debt to finance current
operations.
2.0 Future Bond Proposals – Future bond proposals will be accompanied by an analysis
showing how the new issue, combined with current debt, impacts the Town’s debt
capacity and conformance with Town debt policies.
3.0 Bond Rating – The Town will seek to maintain, and if possible, improve current bond
ratings in order to minimize borrowing costs and preserve access to credit. The Town will
encourage and maintain good relations with financial bond rating agencies and will follow
a policy of full and open disclosure.
4.0 Utilization of Bond Proceeds – Proceeds from bonded debt will be used in accordance
with the purpose of the issuance. Funds remaining after the project is completed will be
used in accordance with the provisions stated in the bond ordinance that authorized the
issuance of the debt.
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5.0 Arbitrage Rebate – The Town shall comply with Internal Revenue Service arbitrage rebate
requirements for bonded debt.
6.0 Interest Earnings on Bond Proceeds – Interest earnings on bond proceeds will be limited
to 1) funding or acquiring the improvement(s), or 2) payment of debt service on the
bonds.
7.0 Bond Project Eligibility – All projects funded with bonded debt must be included in the
Town’s Capital Improvement Program.
8.0 Bond Refunding – When considering refunding any outstanding bonded debt, either the
Town or its financial advisor will perform a cost benefit analysis to determine if the cost
savings of refunding will be greater than the cost to refund. Considerations will be made
with regard to existing bond covenants when refunding any bonded debt.
9.0 Pledging of Utility Revenues – When utility revenues are pledged as debt service
payments, the Town will strive to maintain a 1.3 times debt service coverage ratio to
ensure debt coverage in times of revenue fluctuation. This will be in addition to the
required ratio of the bond indenture.
10.0 Debt Limit – Article IX, Section 8 of the Arizona Constitution limits the Town’s bonded
debt capacity (outstanding principal) to a certain percentage of the Town’s secondary
assessed valuation by the type of project to be constructed. The limit for general purpose
municipal projects is 6%. For water, light, sewer, open space, public safety, park, law
enforcement, fire and emergency services, and streets and transportation facilities
projects, the limit is 20%.
11.0 Post-Issuance Compliance – The Town will comply with all post-issuance compliance
requirements in conformance with federal tax laws.
12.0 Bonded Indebtedness Report – In accordance with A.R.S. 35-501 and 35-502, new bond
and securities issuances will be reported to the State Treasurer within 60 days of issuance.
Further, the Town will produce an annual bonded indebtedness report to the Arizona
Department of Administration.
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Town of Oro Valley Policy Fund Balance
1-10
Last Review Review Month
Responsible for maintaining & applying this policy: Finance
Next Review:
______________________________________________________________________________
Purpose: To establish policy for maintaining the fund balance of various operating funds at
sufficient levels to protect the creditworthiness of the Town as well as its financial position for
emergencies.
Scope: All Personnel
Definitions:
Nonspendable Fund Balance: That portion of a fund balance that includes amounts that cannot
be spent because they are either (a) not in spendable form, such as prepaid items, supplies
inventory, or loans receivable; or (b) legally or contractually required to be main tained intact,
such as the principal portion of an endowment.
Restricted Fund Balance: That portion of a fund balance that reflects constraints placed on the
use of resources (other than nonspendable items) that are either (a) externally imposed by
creditors, such as debt covenants, grantors, contributors, or laws or regulations of other
governments; or (b) imposed by law through constitutional provisions or enabling legislation.
Committed Fund Balance: That portion of a fund balance that includes amounts that can only be
used for specific purposes pursuant to constraints imposed by formal action of the government’s
highest level of decision-making authority and remain binding unless removed in the same
manner. Town Council action must be taken on or before June 30 of the applicable fiscal year.
Assigned Fund Balance: That portion of a fund balance that includes amounts that are
constrained by the government’s intent to be used for specific purposes, but that are neither
restricted nor committed. Such intent needs to be established at either the highest level of
decision making, or by the Town Manager.
Unassigned Fund Balance: That portion of a fund balance that includes amounts which do not
fall into one of the above four categories. The General Fund is the only fund that should report
this category of fund balance.
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Policy:
1.0 Committed Fund Balance – The Town shall strive to maintain the General Fund balance
at 25% of regular General Fund operating expenditures. After completion of the annual
audit, if the fund balance exceeds 25%, the excess must be specifically designated for
capital project funding and/or reducing the Town’s Public Saf ety Personnel Retirement
System (PSPRS) unfunded actuarial accrued liability (UAAL).
2.0 Use of Fund Balance – Fund Balance shall be used only for emergencies, non-recurring
expenditures or major capital purchases that cannot be accommodated through current
year savings. Should such use reduce the balance below the appropriate level set as the
objective for that fund, restoration recommendations will accompany the decision to
utilize said balance.
3.0 Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) Statement No.54 – In accordance with
GASB Statement No.54, fund balances will be classified in the following components:
3.1 Nonspendable Fund Balance
3.2 Restricted Fund Balance
3.3 Committed Fund Balance
3.4 Assigned Fund Balance
3.5 Unassigned Fund Balance
The following matrix depicts to which classification fund balances of Town governmental
funds will be applied:
Fund Restricted Committed Assigned Unassigned Comments
State & Justice Seizure Funds X Restricted by State Statute
Municipal Debt Service Fund X Restricted by Debt Covenants
Oracle Road Improvement District Fund X Restricted by Debt Covenants
Townwide Roadway Impact Fee Fund X Restricted by State Statute
Parks & Recreation Impact Fee Fund X Restricted by State Statute
Police Impact Fee Fund X Restricted by State Statute
Highway Fund X Restricted by State Constitution & Statute
PAG/RTA Fund X Restricted by PAG/RTA
Community Center Fund X Committed by Town Council
Capital Fund X
General Fund
Council 25% Reserve Policy on Contingency X Committed by Town Council
Planned Use of Fund Balance/Budget Deficit X
Bed Tax Collections X
Compensated Absences X
Unemployment Claims X
4.0 Town Council Authorization – Fund balance reserves may only be appropriated by
authorization of the Town Council.
5.0 Utilization Priority – When multiple categories of fund balance reserves are available for
expenditure (i.e. a construction project is being funded partly by a grant, funds set aside
by Town Council and unassigned fund balance) the Town will start with the most
restricted category – spending those funds first – before moving down to the next
category with available funds.
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6.0 Water Enterprise Fund – The Water Enterprise Fund shall maintain a cash reserve in the
operating fund of not less than 20% of the combined total of the annual budgeted
amounts for personnel, operations and maintenance, and debt service. This cash reserve
amount specifically excludes budgeted amounts for capital projects, depreciation,
amortization and contingency. No cash reserve is required for the Water Utility Impact
Fee Funds.
7.0 Annual Review – All Town budgetary fund designations and reserves will be evaluated
annually for long-term adequacy and use requirements in conjunction with development
of the Town’s long-term financial forecast.
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Town of Oro Valley Policy Internal Controls
1-11
Last Review Review Month
Responsible for maintaining & applying this policy: Finance
Next Review:
______________________________________________________________________________
Purpose: To establish policy for maintaining an internal control structure designed to
provide reasonable assurance that Town assets are safeguarded and that the possibilities for
material errors in the Town’s financial records are minimized .
Scope: All Personnel
Definitions: None
Policy:
1.0 Proper Authorizations – Procedures shall be designed, implemented, and maintained to
ensure that financial transactions and activities are properly monitored, reviewed, and
authorized.
2.0 Separation of Duties – Job duties will be adequately separated to reduce to an acceptable
level the opportunities for any person to be able to both perpetrate and conceal errors or
irregularities in the normal course of assigned duties.
3.0 Proper Recording – Procedures shall be developed and maintained that will ensure
financial transactions and events are properly recorded and that all financial reports may
be relied upon as accurate, complete and current.
4.0 Access to Assets and Records – Procedures shall be designed and maintained to ensure
that adequate safeguards exist over access to and use of financial assets and records.
5.0 Independent Checks – Independent checks and audits will be made on staff performance
to ensure compliance with established procedures and proper valuation of recorded
amounts.
6.0 Costs and Benefits – Internal control systems and procedures must have an apparent
benefit in terms of reducing and/or preventing losses. The cost of implementing and
maintaining any control system will be evaluated against the expected benefits to be
derived from that system.
7.0 Information Technology – The Town will follow policies and procedures outlined in AD4-
1 Information Security and Computer Usage to minimize risk associated with electronic
financial records being compromised.
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Town of Oro Valley Policy Grants
1-12
Last Review Review Month
Responsible for maintaining & applying this policy: Finance
Next Review:
______________________________________________________________________________
Purpose: To establish policy for seeking, applying for and effectively administering federal,
state and foundation grants which address Town priorities and policy objectives.
Scope: All Personnel
Definitions: None
Policy:
1.0 Grant Guidelines – The Town shall apply for only those grants consistent with the
objectives and high priority needs previously identified by the Town Council. The
potential for incurring ongoing costs, to include the assumption of support for grant-
funded positions from operating revenues, will be considered prior to applying for a grant.
2.0 Indirect Costs – The Town shall attempt to recover full indirect costs unless the funding
agency does not allow it to do so. The Town may waive or reduce ind irect costs if it is
deemed to be advantageous to the Town.
3.0 Grant Review – All anticipated grant requests will be evaluated by the Town Budget
Committee. Federal or State grant requests less than $15,000 will not be considered. All
grant submittals shall be reviewed for their cash match requirements, their potential
impact on the operating budget, and the extent to which they meet Town policy
objectives. If there are cash match requirements, the source of funding shall be identified
prior to application submittal.
4.0 Grant Program Termination – The Town shall terminate grant-funded programs and
associated positions when grant funds are no longer available unless alternate ongoing
funding is identified.
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Town of Oro Valley Policy Accounting, Auditing, and Financial Reporting
1-13
Last Review Review Month
Responsible for maintaining & applying this policy: Finance
Next Review:
______________________________________________________________________________
Purpose: To establish policy for complying with prevailing federal, state and local statutes
and regulations, as well as current professional standards, principles and practices.
Scope: All Personnel
Definitions: None
Policy:
1.0 Conformance to Accounting Principles and Recommended Practices – The Town
accounting practices and financial reporting shall conform to generally accepted
accounting principles (GAAP) as promulgated by the Governmental Accounting Standards
Board (GASB), and best practices recommended by the American Institute of Certified
Public Accountants (AICPA) and the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA).
2.0 Selection of Auditors – The Town shall request proposals from qualified, independent
certified public accounting firms every five years, including the current auditors if their
past performance has been satisfactory. The audit firm selected shall perform an annual
audit of the books of account, records and transactions, opining on the Basic Financial
Statements and Single Audit Report (if necessary).
3.0 Audit Completion – The Town shall strive to have its Comprehensive Annual Financial
Report (CAFR), Alternative Expenditure Limitation Report, and Single Audit Report (if
necessary) completed and available within 180 days, 270 days, and 270 days, respectively,
after the close of its previous fiscal year ending June 30.
4.0 Report Submission to GFOA – The Town shall annually submit its budget to the GFOA
Distinguished Budget Presentation Program. Further, the Town shall also annually submit
its CAFR to the GFOA Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting
program.
Financial and Budgetary Policies
The Town of Oro Valley has an important responsibility to its residents to carefully account for
public funds, manage its finances prudently and plan for the adequate funding of services
desired by the public. Sound financial policies help to ensure the Town’s capability to
adequately fund and provide the government services desired by the community. The policies
contained herein are designed to foster and support the continued financial strength and
stability of the Town of Oro Valley. Following these policies enhances the Town’s financial
health as well as its image and reputation with residents, the general public, bond and credit
rating agencies and investors. The policies serve as guidelines for the Town’s overall fiscal
planning and management. In addition, both the Government Finance Officers Association
(GFOA) and the National Advisory Council on State and Local Budgeting (NACSLB)
recommend formal adoption of financial policies by the jurisdiction’s governing board. The most
recent Town Council amendment and readoption of the policies occurred on June 6, 2018 per
Resolution (R)18-25. (Guiding Principles-Page 1)
A. Financial Planning Policies
A.1 Balanced Budgeting and Fiscal Planning Policies
Fiscal planning is the process of identifying resources and allocating those resources among
multiple and competing needs. The primary vehicle for this planning is the preparation,
monitoring and analysis of the Town’s budget. (No corresponding Crosswalk data items found)
The Town shall develop an annual budget whereby recurring Town revenues shall be sufficient
to support recurring operating expenditures with no use of General Fund contingency to support
ongoing operational expenses. (Section 1-1, Policy 5.0)
The Town’s annual budget will include contingency appropriation to provide for unanticipated
increases in service delivery costs, emergencies, and needs that may arise through the fiscal
year. The contingency appropriation may only be expended upon Council approval.
(Section 1-1, Policy 4.0)
Budget development will use strategic multi-year fiscal planning; conservative revenue forecasts
and a program/performance based budgeting method. This method requires each department to
establish fiscal year goals and objectives that will be evaluated to determine the effectiveness
and efficiency of both department and Town resources. Utilization of a program/performance
budget format will provide a basis for evaluation of service and other impacts of potential
increases or decreases in funding. (Section 1-1, Policy 6.0)
Monthly budget to actual revenue and expenditure reports will be prepared for all Town funds by
the Finance Department and presented to Town Council. The reports will also include revenue
and expenditure projections through the end of the fiscal year. (Section 1-3, Policy 1.0)
The Town will not use one-time (non-recurring) revenues to fund continuing (recurring) uses or
use external borrowing for operational requirements. The budget will incorporate the best
available estimates of revenues and expenditures. (Section 1-7, Policy 8.0; Section 1-1 Policy
6.0)
EXHIBIT A
All budgetary appropriations that have not been expended or lawfully encumbered shall lapse at
the end of the fiscal year, June 30th. Appropriations for capital projects in progress at fiscal year-
end shall be made for the subsequent fiscal year. (Section 1-1, Policy 9.0)
The Town shall work to minimize the financial burden on its taxpayers by routinely evaluating
both its administrative and direct service delivery systems in terms of efficiency, effectiveness
and responsiveness. Technology shall be utilized when feasible to increase efficiency and cost-
effectiveness. (Section 1-1, Policy 6.0)
Any fiscal year-end special revenue fund balance amounts in other special revenue funds of the
Town shall be maintained, preserved separately, and carried forward within those funds and not
considered as part of the contingency reserve requirement for the Town’s General Fund. (No
corresponding Crosswalk data items found
The Town’s annual budget shall be adopted by the Town Council at the fund level, except in the
General Fund, where it shall be adopted at the department level. To provide sufficient control
and accountability, budgets shall be prepared and monitored by major expenditure categories
(personnel, operations and maintenance, capital outlay, debt service). (A fund is a fiscal and
accounting entity with a self-balancing set of accounts recording cash and other financial
resources). (No corresponding Crosswalk data items found
The Town shall promote the understanding that its employees are its most valuable resource
and shall employ sound management practices when planning for service delivery. The Town is
committed to maintaining and improving the productivity of staff through a pleasant working
environment, appropriate equipment including office automation and computer applications,
necessary training and adequate supplies and materials as resources and adopted policies
permit. (No corresponding Crosswalk data items found
A.2 Long Range Planning
As part of the annual Town budget preparation cycle, the Finance Department shall prepare a
minimum five-year financial forecast of projected revenues and expenditures to measure the
financial sustainability of the Town’s operations and service levels. (Section 1-2, Policy 1.0)
A.3 Cash Management & Investment Policy
Cash and investment programs will be maintained in accordance with the Town’s adopted
Investment Policy and will ensure that proper controls and safeguards are maintained. Town
funds are managed with an emphasis of safety of principal, liquidity and financial yield, in that
order. (Section 1-4, Purpose)
Bond funds will be segregated from all other funds for arbitrage and accounting purposes. (No
corresponding Crosswalk data items found
Ownership of the Town’s investment securities will be protected through third party custodial
safekeeping. (Section 1-4, Policy 5.0)
All Town bank accounts shall be reconciled and reviewed on a monthly basis. The Town will
consolidate cash balances from various funds for investment purposes, and will allocate
investment earnings to each participating fund. This will allow the Town to maximize yields from
its overall portfolio. (No corresponding Crosswalk data items found
Investment performance will be reviewed and reported on as outlined in the current adopted
investment policy. (No corresponding Crosswalk data items found
All treasury activities with financial institutions will be conducted based upon written contracts
between the Town and the respective financial institution(s). (Section 1-4, Policy 7.3 and 10.0)
A.4 Asset Inventory
Capital assets are assets with an acquisition cost of $5,000 or more and an estimated useful life
of two or more years. Such assets shall be depreciated in the Town’s financial statements over
their estimated useful lives. (Section 1-5, Definition of ‘Capital Asset’)
Minor assets are assets with an acquisition cost of $1,000 or more but less than $5,000 and an
estimated useful life of two or more years. Such assets will not be depreciated in the Town’s
financial statements (Section 1-5, definition of Minor Asset”
Expendable items are machinery and equipment purchases whose cost is less than $1,000.
These items will not be depreciated. (No corresponding Crosswalk data items found
The Town will depreciate capital assets using the straight-line depreciation method. (Section 1-
5, Policy 2.)
The Town will project equipment and vehicle replacement needs for the next five years and will
update this projection each year. Subject to funding availability, Town departments will be
charged an annual contribution amount to accumulate funds for this purpose based on a portion
of their annual asset depreciation. (No corresponding Crosswalk data items found
The Finance Department shall be responsible for verifying the actual physical existence of
capital and minor assets and the accuracy of the Town’s asset database. The process will be
monitored through asset audits of Town departments and divisions. Any significant irregularities
are reported to the Town Manager. (Section 1-5, Policy 8.0)
The Town will maintain capital assets and infrastructure at a sufficient level to protect the
Town’s investment, to minimize future replacement and maintenance costs, and to continue
service levels. (No corresponding Crosswalk data items found
B. Revenue Policies
B.1 Revenue Diversification
The Town will strive for a General Fund revenue base consisting of a balance of sales taxes,
state shared revenues, user fees and other revenue sources. (No corresponding Crosswalk
data items found
The Town will maintain a diversified and stable revenue base to protect against short term
fluctuations in any single revenue source and economic changes locally and nationally. (Section
1-7, Policy 1.0)
The Town will estimate revenues in a realistic and moderate manner in order to minimize the
risk of a revenue shortfall. (Section 1-7, Policy 5.0)
B.2 Fees and Charges
All non-enterprise user fees and charges shall be examined annually to determine the cost
recovery rate. The acceptable recovery rate and any associated changes to user fees and
charges will be approved by Town Council or as otherwise specified in Town code. (Section 1-7,
Policy 2.0)
Development impact fees for capital expenses attributable to new development will be reviewed
periodically to ensure the fees recover all direct and indirect development related expenses and
be approved by Town Council. (Section 1-7, Policy 3.0)
For enterprise fund operations, the Town will establish rates and fees at levels to cover fully the
total direct and indirect costs, including operations, capital outlay, debt service, debt coverage
requirements and unrestricted cash reserve balances. Enterprise funds will not be used to
subsidize the operations of other funds. Interfund charges will be assessed for the
administrative support of the enterprise activity. (Section 1-7, Policy 4.0)
B.3 Use of One-Time Revenues
The Town will utilize one-time (non-recurring) revenues to fund one-time operating
expenditures, prepay existing debt, or supplement “pay as you go” capital outlay. One-time
revenues shall not be used to fund recurring expenditures. (Section 1-7, Policy 8.0)
B.4 Use of Unpredictable Revenues
If the Town should receive unpredictable revenues from sales tax audits, unbudgeted grant
funding, gifts or donations, the Town shall account for these revenues as one-time revenues.
They shall not be used to fund recurring expenditure.(Section 1-7, Policy 9.0)
C. Expenditure Policies
C.1 Debt Capacity, Issuance and Management
The Town will seek to maintain and, if possible, improve its current bond rating in order to
minimize borrowing costs and preserve access to credit. The Town will encourage and maintain
good relations with financial bond rating agencies and will follow a policy of full and open
disclosure. (Section 1-9, Policy 3.0)
Future bond issue proposals will be accompanied by an analysis showing how the new issue,
combined with current debt, impacts the Town’s debt capacity and conformance with Town debt
policies. (Section 1-9, Policy 2.0)
The general policy of the Town is to fund capital projects with new, dedicated streams of
revenue or voter-approved debt. Non voter-approved debt may be utilized when a dedicated
revenue source other than general revenue can be identified to pay debt service expenditures.
(No corresponding Crosswalk data items found
Financing shall not exceed the useful life of the acquired asset. (Section 1-9, Policy 1.0)
The Town shall not use long term debt to finance current operations. (Section 1-9, Policy 1.0)
The Town will establish debt repayment schedules with fixed annual principal and interest
payments. (No corresponding Crosswalk data items found
Proceeds from bonded debt will be used in accordance with the purpose of the issuance. Funds
remaining after the project is completed will be used in accordance with the provisions stated in
the bond ordinance that authorized the issuance of the debt. (Section 1-9, Policy 4.0)
The Town shall comply with the Internal Revenue Service arbitrage rebate requirements for
bonded indebtedness. (Section 1-9, Policy 5.0)
Interest earnings on bond proceeds will be limited to 1) funding or acquiring the improvement(s)
or asset(s) or 2) payment of debt service on the bonds. (Section 1-9, Policy 6.0)
All projects funded with bonded debt must be included in the Town’s Capital Improvement
Program. (Section 1-9. Policy 7.0)
When considering refunding any outstanding bonded debt, the Town will perform a cost benefit
analysis to determine if the cost savings of refunding will be greater than the cost to refund.
Considerations will be made with regard to the existing bond covenants when refunding any
bonded debt. (Section 1-9, Policy 8.0)
When utility revenues are pledged as debt service payments, the Town will strive to maintain a
1.3 times debt service coverage ratio to ensure debt coverage in times of revenue fluctuation.
This will be in addition to the required ratio in the bond indenture (Section 1-9, Policy 9.0)
The Town will communicate, and where appropriate, coordinate with all jurisdictions with which
we share a common tax base concerning our collective plans for future debt issues. (No
corresponding Crosswalk data items found
The Arizona Constitution limits the Town’s bonded debt capacity (outstanding principal) to a
certain percentage of the Town’s secondary assessed valuation by the type of project to be
constructed. The limit for general purpose municipal projects is 6%. For water, light, sewer,
open space, public safety, park, law enforcement, fire and emergency services, and streets and
transportation facilities projects, the limit is 20%. (Section 1-9, Policy 10.0)
C.2 Capital Improvement Program
The purpose of the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) is to systematically identify, plan,
schedule, finance, track and monitor capital projects to ensure cost effectiveness as well as
conformance to established policies. (Section 1-5, ‘Capital Improvement program’ definition)
A minimum ten-year Capital Improvement Program will be developed and updated annually,
including anticipated funding sources. Capital improvement projects are defined as
infrastructure, equipment purchases or construction which results in or makes improvements to
a capitalized asset costing more than $50,000 and having a useful life of five or more years.
(Section 1-5, ‘Capital project’ definition)
The Capital Improvement Program will include, in addition to estimated operating maintenance
expenditures, adequate funding to support repair and replacement of deteriorating infrastructure
and avoidance of a significant unfunded liability. (Section 1-5, ‘Purpose statement’)
Proposed capital projects will be reviewed and prioritized by a cross-departmental team
regarding accurate costing (design, capital and operating) and overall consistency with the
Town’s goals and objectives. Financing sources will then be identified for the projects ranking
the highest based on the established ranking systems and limited monies. (Section 1-5, Policy
1.0)
In order for the Town to provide sustainable funding for capital improvements and asset repair
and maintenance needs each year, the annual budget shall include the allocation of a minimum
of 5% of the Town’s estimated excise tax collections to fund these needs, subject to Council
approval and funding availability. These funds will be accounted for in a separate Capital Fund.
(Section 1-5, Policy 6.0)
Capital improvement lifecycle costs will be coordinated with the development of the operating
budget. Future operating, maintenance and replacement costs associated with new capital
improvements will be forecast, matched to available revenue sources and included in the
operating budget. (Section 1-5, Policy 4.0)
The current fiscal year of the Capital Improvement Program will become the capital budget.
(Section 1-5, Policy 4.0)
Staff will monitor projects to ensure their timely completion or determine if an adjustment to the
Capital Improvement Plan needs to be presented to Council. A quarterly status report will be
presented to the Town Council to monitor each project’s progress and identify any significant
issues. (Section 1-5, Policy 4.0)
C.3 Fund Balance Reserve Policies
Fund balance reserves will be established to offset difficult economic times, stabilize fluctuations
in cash flow requirements, provide for emergency situations threatening the public health or
safety and provide for unanticipated increases in service delivery costs, unanticipated declines
in revenues, unforeseen opportunities and contingencies. Use of reserves should be utilized
only after all budget sources have been examined for available funds, and subject to Town
Council approval. (Section 1-10, Policy 4.0)
In accordance with Governmental Accounting Standards Board Statement No. 54, fund
balances will be classified in the following components: (Section 1-10, Policy 3.0-3.5)
A. Nonspendable Fund Balance:
That portion of a fund balance that includes amounts that cannot be spent because they
are either (a) not in spendable form, such as prepaid items, supplies inventory or loans
receivable; or (b) legally or contractually required to be maintained intact, such as the
principal portion of an endowment. (Section 1-10, Definition of ‘Nonspendable fund
balance’)
B. Restricted Fund Balance:
That portion of a fund balance that reflects constraints placed on the use of resources
(other than nonspendable items) that are either (a) externally imposed by creditors, such
as debt covenants, grantors, contributors, or laws or regulations of other governments;
or (b) imposed by law through constitutional provisions or enabling legislation.(Section 1-
10, Definition of ‘Restricted fund balance’)
C. Committed Fund Balance:
That portion of a fund balance that includes amounts that can only be used for specific
purposes pursuant to constraints imposed by formal action of the government’s highest
level of decision making authority, and remain binding unless removed in the same
manner. (Section 1-10, Definition of Committed Fund balance)
D. Assigned Fund Balance:
That portion of a fund balance that includes amounts that are constrained by the
government’s intent to be used for specific purposes, but that are neither restricted nor
committed. Such intent needs to be established at either the highest level of decision
making, or by an official designated for that purpose. (Section 1-10, Definition of
‘Assigned Fund Balance’
E. Unassigned Fund Balance:
That portion of a fund balance that includes amounts that do not fall into one of the
above four categories. The General Fund is the only fund that should report this
category of fund balance. (Section 1-10, Definition of Unassigned Fund Balance”
The following matrix depicts to which classification fund balances of Town governmental funds
will be applied: (Section 1-10, Matrix below Policy 3.0-3.5)
Fund Restricted Committed Assigned Unassigned Comments
State & Justice Seizure Funds X Restricted by State Statute
Muncipal Debt Service Fund X Restricted by Debt Covenants
Oracle Road Improvement District Fund X Restricted by Debt Covenants
Townwide Roadway Impact Fee Fund X Restricted by State Statute
Parks & Recreation Impact Fee Fund X Restricted by State Statute
Police Impact Fee Fund X Restricted by State Statute
Highway Fund X Restricted by State Constitution & Statute
PAG/RTA Fund X Restricted by PAG/RTA
Community Center Fund X Committed by Town Council
Capital Fund X
General Fund
Council 25% Reserve Policy on Contingency X Committed by Town Council
Planned use of fund balance/budget deficit X
Bed tax collections X
Compensated absences X
Unemployment claims X
The Town shall maintain, at a minimum, a fund balance contingency reserve in the General
Fund that represents 25% of the General Fund’s annual expenditures with no use of the
General Fund contingency to support ongoing operational expenditures. This minimum reserve
amount will be incorporated into the General Fund budget adopted by formal action taken by the
Town Council. Accordingly, these reserves will be classified as committed fund balances. Any
excess funds that accumulate over the 25% balance shall be allocated toward capital project
funding and reducing the Town’s Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS) unfunded
liability. (Section 1-10, Policy 1.0)
Fund balance reserves may only be appropriated by authorization of the Town Council. A plan
will be developed to adequately replenish reserves when appropriations are projected to reduce
reserves below the required minimum levels. (Section 1-10, Policy 2.0)
When multiple categories of fund balance reserves are available for expenditure (for example, a
construction project is being funded partly by a grant, funds set aside by the Town Council and
unassigned fund balance), the Town will start with the most restricted category – spending
those funds first – before moving down to the next category with available funds. (Section 1-10,
Policy 5.0)
The Water Enterprise Fund shall maintain a cash reserve in the operating fund of not less than
20% of the combined total of the annual budgeted amounts for personnel, operations &
maintenance, and debt service. This cash reserve amount specifically excludes budgeted
amounts for capital projects, depreciation, amortization and contingency. No cash reserve is
required for the water utility impact fee funds. (Section 1-10, Policy 6.0)
All Town budgetary fund designations and reserves will be evaluated annually for long-term
adequacy and use requirements in conjunction with development of the Town’s long-term
financial forecast. (Section 1-10, Policy 7.0)
C.4 Operating Expenditure Accountability
Expenditures will be controlled as outlined in the approved budget. (Section 1-8, Policy 1.0)
Department heads are responsible for monitoring expenditures to prevent exceeding their total
departmental expenditure budget. It is the responsibility of department heads to immediately
notify the Finance Director and Town Manager of any circumstances that could result in a
departmental budget being exceeded. (No corresponding Crosswalk data items found
The Arizona Constitution sets a limit on the expenditures of local jurisdictions. The Town will
comply with these expenditure limitations and will submit an audited expenditure limitation
report, audited financial statements and audited reconciliation report as defined by the Uniform
Expenditure Reporting System to the State Auditor General within prescribed timelines. (Section
1-8, Policy 6.0)
Monthly budget to actual revenue and expenditure reports will be prepared, for all Town funds,
by the Finance Department and presented to the Town Council. The reports will also include
revenue and expenditure projections through the end of the fiscal year. (Section 1-3, Policy 1.0)
To provide flexibility in the management of departmental budgets for major expenditures
(personnel, operations & maintenance, capital outlay and debt service) the following budget
amendment and transfer provisions shall apply: (Section 1-8, Policy 7.0)
A. Transfers between funds shall require the recommendation of the Town Manager
and formal action by the Town Council. (Section 1-8, Policy 7.1)
B. Transfers between the line items within each major expenditure category shall be
permitted upon recommendation of the Department Head and approval by the Town
Manager. (Section 1-8, Policy 7.2)
C. Transfers between the line items or major expenditure categories to fund additional
personnel or increased expenditures as a result of personnel reclassifications shall
require the recommendation of the Town Manager and formal action by the Town
Council. (Section 1-8, Policy 7.3)
D. Transfers between the operations and maintenance and capital outlay major
expenditure categories shall be permitted upon recommendation of the Department
Head and approval by the Town Manager. (No corresponding Crosswalk data items
found
E. Transfers that would reduce or eliminate funding for items designated in the adopted
Capital Improvement Program shall require the recommendation of the Town
Manager and approval of the Town Council. (Section 1-8, Policy 7.4)
F. Transfers that would reduce or eliminate funding for debt service shall require the
recommendation of the Town Manager and formal Council action. (Section 1-8,
Policy 7.5)
D. Financial Reporting Policies
The Town’s accounting and financial reporting systems will be maintained in conformance with
all state and federal laws, generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and standards of
the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and the Government Finance Officers
Association (GFOA). (Section 1-13, Policy 1.0)
An annual audit of the Town’s financial statements will be performed by an independent certified
public accounting firm, with an audit opinion to be included with the Town’s published
Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR). (Section 1-13, Policy 3.0)
The Town’s CAFR will be submitted to the GFOA Certification of Achievement for Excellence in
Financial Reporting Program. The financial report should be in conformity with GAAP,
demonstrate compliance with finance related legal and contractual provisions, disclose
thoroughness and detail sufficiency, and minimize ambiguities and potentials for misleading
inference. (Section 1-13, Policy 4.0)
The Town’s budget will be submitted annually to the GFOA Distinguished Budget Presentation
Program. (Section 1-13, Policy 4.0) The budget should satisfy criteria as a financial and
programmatic policy document, as a comprehensive financial plan, as an operations guide for
all organizational units and as a communications device for all significant budgetary issues,
trends and resource choices.
Financial systems will maintain internal controls to monitor revenues, expenditures and program
performance on an ongoing basis (Section 1-11, Policy 1.0-6.0)
FY 2021/22
Financial Policy Approval
July 7, 2021
FY 2021/22 FINANCIAL POLICIES
GFOA recommends regular and systematic review, updating and approval of financial policies
Budget and Finance Commission performed comprehensive and thorough review over four separate meetings
New policy includes two separate policies that historically have stood on their own:
Investment Policy
PSPRS Pension Funding Policy
Financial policies are central to a strategic, long-term approach to financial management
FINANCIAL POLICY PURPOSE
Institutionalize good financial management practices
Clarify and crystallize strategic intent for financial management
Define boundaries
Support good bond ratings and thereby reduce the cost of borrowing
Promote long-term and strategic thinking
Manage risks to financial condition
Comply with established public management best practices
Structure and organization has been
improved
Added Table of Contents
Added Policy Purpose, Scope, and Definitions
Added numerical structure for policy statements
New policies
Internal Controls
Grants
NOTABLE ITEMS
Major/Significant Policies Kept In Tact
25% of expenditures General Fund reserve
One-time revenues supporting one-time
expenditures
10-year CIP
5-year operational forecast
Monthly financial reporting to Town Council
Quarterly CIP reporting to Town Council
Contingency reallocations requiring Town
Council authorization
Questions?
Town Council Regular Session 3.
Meeting Date:07/07/2021
Requested by: Kristy Diaz-Trahan
Submitted By:Kristy Diaz-Trahan, Parks and Recreation
Department:Parks and Recreation
SUBJECT:
DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION SETTING PRIORITIES FOR SPECIFIC PROJECTS TO BE INCLUDED
WITHIN THE PARKS AND RECREATION BOND
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends Council identify priority projects with associated amenities to be included within the $25 million
Parks and Recreation Bond.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
At the May 5, 2021, Regular Town Council meeting, Council approved Ordinance No. (O)21-05, broadening the use
of the revenue resulting from the 0.5% increase to the Transaction Privilege Tax currently utilized for the
Community Center Fund. The Council subsequently voted to specify that the broadening of this use was intended to
allow for bond financing of Parks and Recreation capital projects. During the meeting, Vice Mayor Barrett presented
an Example List (Attachment 1 - VM Barrett PPT) of potential projects totaling a projected $21 million; however,
Council did not vote to confirm specific projects.
The FY 21/22 budget includes $25 million in projected bond proceeds to finance Parks and Recreation capital
projects. Staff is seeking confirmation from Town Council for specific projects to be included as part of the Bond.
Should Council want to include projects different than what is on the Example List, the list of projects reviewed in
the Parks and Recreation Master Plan process (Attachment 2 - Master Plan Costs Opinion) is attached for
reference. Due to inflation, construction cost volatility, expected design and project management costs, and the
unknown Bond interest rate, among other variables, staff recommends priority projects total $20 - $21 million to
allow for the remainder of the bond proceeds to be reserved for the other noted costs plus contingency.
BACKGROUND OR DETAILED INFORMATION:
At the May 5, 2021, Town Council meeting, Council directed staff to include bond financing for capital projects
utilizing the 0.5% sales tax that exceeds the amount needed to operate the Cañada, Conquistador and Pusch
Ridge golf courses, Community Center and tennis courts according to the following criteria:
At least 50% be allocated toward Naranja Park.
The remainder shall be allocated towards exterior community center/golf course improvements, Steam Pump
Ranch improvements and allocations toward Amphitheater School District partnership, multi-use paths and/or
other high priority needs.
Vice Mayor Barrett provided a brief presentation (Attachment 1) that outlined a list of potential projects that could be
included in the Bond. These items are listed as follows:
Naranja Park
Earthwork
2 Oversized multi-use fields
Splash Pad
Basketball and Pickleball Courts
Restrooms
Restrooms
Parking/Entry Road
Other (paths, landscape etc.)
Community Center Exterior Improvements
Golf Course Irrigation
Resurfacing/reconfiguring parking lot
Tennis Court Replacement
Steam Pump Ranch Improvements
Amphitheater Partnership for Little League fields and other amenities
Multi-use Paths
The presentation also included a preliminary cost estimate totaling $21 million, with the costs taken from the
recently completed Parks and Recreation Master Plan. No other projects and/or amenities were discussed.
Staff is seeking confirmation of priority projects from Council in order to move forward with the final design and
bidding processes. With the current volatility in construction costs, it is unknown whether the $25 million bond will
fund all priorities or if additional funding will be required. The Town Manager will keep Council informed and will
bring forward any proposals for additional funding or further prioritization, if necessary, once designs are completed
and more detailed cost estimates are developed.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The May 5, 2021, Ordinance No. (O)21-05 established bond financing from the excess 0.5% sales tax revenue for
the Community Center Fund, which projects to fund approximately $25 million of parks and recreation capital
projects. The $25 million bond has been included in the adopted FY21/22 budget.
SUGGESTED MOTION:
I MOVE to direct staff to include the following projects/amenities within the Parks and Recreation Bond:
Attachments
Attachment 1 - Vice Mayor Barrett PPT
Attachment 2 - Master Plan Costs Opinion
Attachment 3 - MP Exec Summary
Local Sales Tax Collection by Year –Community Center Fund
506,710
2,030,750
2,199,466
2,330,941
2,463,034
2,584,916
2,767,485 2,850,510
2,936,025
3,024,106
3,114,829
3,208,274
-
500,000
1,000,000
1,500,000
2,000,000
2,500,000
3,000,000
3,500,000
FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 FY 18/19 FY 19/20 FY 20/21 FY 21/22 FY 22/23 FY 23/24 FY 24/25 FY 25/26
Local Sales Tax Collections by Year -Community Center Fund
Golf Sales Tax Subsidy –Community Center Fund
(364,821)
(2,567,385)
(2,512,938)
(1,993,040)
(1,674,187)(1,621,876)
(905,284)
(3,000,000)
(2,500,000)
(2,000,000)
(1,500,000)
(1,000,000)
(500,000)
-
FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 FY 18/19 FY 19/20 FY 20/21
Golf Sales Tax Subsidy
Operating Subsidy
Annually subsidy around $1.25M to break-even
Difference in sales taxes collected and $1.25M will be available for debt
repayment or other uses, as directed by Council.
Bond Issuance
Expected amount of issuance: $20M to $25M
Estimated interest rate: 2% -3%
Timetable:
Flexible within the next fiscal year
Reimbursement resolution for expenses
3 months from beginning to end
Bond Proposal
Bond financing for capital projects exceeding the amount necessary to operate
the golf courses and Community Center.
Minimum 50% of the bond will be allocated to Naranja Park.
The remainder will go toward:
Exterior Community Center and golf improvements
Steam Pump Ranch
Amphitheater School District Partnership
Multi-use paths
Other high priority needs
Example of $21M Bond Financing Proposal
Naranja Park Approximately $11 Million
Earthwork $1M
2 Oversize Multi-use Fields $3M
$1M
Splash Pad $1M
Basketball Courts $.4M
Pickleball Courts $.7M
Restrooms $.7M
Parking $2M
Entry Road $1.1M
Other (Paths, landscape, etc)$1.1M
Community Center Exterior Improvements Approximately $6 Million
Golf Course Irrigation $4M
Resurfaced/Reconfigured Parking $.8M
Tennis Court Replacement $1.2M
Steam Pump Ranch Approximately $2 Million
Amphitheater Partnership for Little League Fields and Other
Amenities
Approximately $1 Million
Multi-use Paths Approximately $1 Million
COMMUNITY CENTER
AMENITY QUANTITY UNIT UNIT COST TOTAL
Enhanced Landscape (Irrigated)2 AC $50,000.00 $100,000.00
Resurfaced/Reconfigured Parking 135,000 SF $6.00 $810,000.00
Updated pool deck, equipment and cover 7,000 SF $75.00 $525,000.00
Tennis Court Replacement 15 EA $75,000.00 $1,125,000.00 $3,352,150.00 LOS
Pickleball Court Replacement 6 EA $44,525.00 $267,150.00 $1,044,050.00 NEW
Refurbish Shade Structures 1,000 SF $25.00 $25,000.00
New Paved Paths 4.0 MI $215,000.00 $860,000.00
Pickleball Court w/Lighting 2.0 EA $79,525.00 $159,050.00
Play Area 1.0 LS $25,000.00 $25,000.00
Demolition of Existing Pathway/Features/Structures 1 LS $500,000.00 $500,000.00 $4,396,200.00
STEAMPUMP RANCH
AMENITY QUANTITY UNIT UNIT COST TOTAL
New Market Space/Pavilion 4,000 SF $385.00 $1,540,000.00
Decorative Arch 1 LS $15,000.00 $15,000.00
Restroom 1,200 SF $350.00 $420,000.00
New Market Building 2,500 SF $350.00 $875,000.00 $2,157,250.00 LOS
Rehabilited/Refurbished Buildings 1 LS $1,500,000.00 $1,500,000.00 $3,215,000.00 NEW
New Parking Area 80 Per Space $3,800.00 $304,000.00
Enhanced Trail Connection 4 EA $10,000.00 $40,000.00
Rentable Picnic Table/Ramada Space 2,100 SF $10.00 $21,000.00
Enhanced Plaza Area 4,000 SF $35.00 $140,000.00
Lawn (Irrigated)5,000 SF $1.45 $7,250.00
Restored Natural Desert Landscape 4 AC $10,000.00 $40,000.00
Refurbished Gravel Parking Lot/Road 55,000 SF $4.00 $220,000.00
Demolition of Existing Pathway/Features 1 LS $250,000.00 $250,000.00 $5,372,250.00
JDK PARK
AMENITY QUANTITY UNIT UNIT COST TOTAL
Enhanced Landscape (Irrigated)2 AC $50,000.00 $100,000.00
Entry Monument 1 LS $10,000.00 $10,000.00
Lighting (Volleyball Court/Walking Path)1 LS $150,000.00 $150,000.00
Basketball Court w/Lighting 3 EA $96,720.00 $290,160.00
Enhanced Plaza Area 15,000 SF $50.00 $750,000.00 $3,000,000.00 LOS
Ramada (Large)7 EA $55,000.00 $385,000.00 $4,918,160.00 NEW
Ramada (Small)11 EA $35,000.00 $385,000.00
Restroom 1,200 SF $350.00 $420,000.00
Lawn (Irrigated)100,000 SF $1.45 $145,000.00
Maintenance Facility 10,000 SF $15.00 $150,000.00
New Paved Paths 2.0 MI $215,000.00 $430,000.00
Offleash Dog Park 1 AC $65,000.00 $65,000.00
New Playground 1 LS $750,000.00 $750,000.00
Refurbished Playground 1 LS $400,000.00 $400,000.00
New Parking Area 260 Per Space $3,800.00 $988,000.00
Drainage Improvements 1 LS $500,000.00 $500,000.00
Pool Facility Upgrades 20,000 SF $75.00 $1,500,000.00
Demolition of Existing Pathway/Features/Structures 1 LS $500,000.00 $500,000.00 $7,918,160.00
RIVERFRONT PARK
AMENITY QUANTITY UNIT UNIT COST TOTAL
Enhanced Landscape (Irrigated)1 AC $50,000.00 $50,000.00
Resurfaced Parking 125,000 SF $4.00 $500,000.00
LED Field Lighting 1 LS $800,000.00 $800,000.00
Updated Concession Stand 900 SF $175.00 $157,500.00 $2,355,500.00 LOS
Resurfaced/Covered Basketball Court 1 EA $60,000.00 $60,000.00 $1,372,050.00 NEW
New Covered Basketball Court w/Lighting 1 EA $120,000.00 $120,000.00
Updated Open Lawn Amphitheater 20,000 SF $5.00 $100,000.00
Shade Structure (Stage)1,800 SF $35.00 $63,000.00
Resurfaced Paved Paths 1.2 MI $215,000.00 $258,000.00
Lighting (Volleyball Court/Walking Path)1 LS $120,000.00 $120,000.00
Updated Restroom 1,800 SF $100.00 $180,000.00
Splash Pad 5,000 SF $115.00 $575,000.00
Refurbished Playground 1 LS $150,000.00 $150,000.00
Lawn (Irrigated)25,000 SF $1.45 $36,250.00
Entry Road 22,000 SF $12.00 $264,000.00
Refurbished Equestrian Staging Area 1 LS $50,000.00 $50,000.00
New Parking Area 51 Per Space $3,800.00 $193,800.00
Demolition of Existing Pathway/Features/Structures 1 LS $50,000.00 $50,000.00 $3,727,550.00
NARANJA PARK
AMENITY QUANTITY UNIT UNIT COST TOTAL
Multiuse Field (Lighted)2 EA $1,500,000.00 $3,000,000.00
New Parking Area 630 Per Space $3,800.00 $2,394,000.00
Basketball Court w/Lighting 4 EA $96,720.00 $386,880.00
Pickleball Court w/Lighting 9 EA $79,525.00 $715,725.00
Pump Track 1 LS $150,000.00 $150,000.00
Skate Park 18,000 SF $75.00 $1,350,000.00
New Soft Paths 2 MI $106,000.00 $212,000.00
Splash Pad 8,500 SF $115.00 $977,500.00
Entry Road 90,000 SF $12.00 $1,080,000.00
Ramada (Large)11 EA $55,000.00 $605,000.00
Restroom 2,000 SF $350.00 $700,000.00
Enhanced Landscape (Irrigated)20 AC $50,000.00 $1,000,000.00
Lawn (Irrigated)70,000 SF $1.45 $101,500.00
Restored Natural Desert Landscape 20 AC $10,000.00 $200,000.00
New Paved Paths 3.5 MI $215,000.00 $752,500.00
Lighting (Walking Path)1 LS $500,000.00 $500,000.00
Maintenance Facility 65,000 SF $15.00 $975,000.00
Earthwork 1 LS $1,000,000.00 $1,000,000.00 $16,100,105.00
MULTIUSE PATH (TANGERINE TO RANCHO VISTOSO) (A)
AMENITY QUANTITY UNIT UNIT COST TOTAL
Multiuse Path (12 ft width)2.1 MI $500,000.00 $1,050,000.00 $1,050,000.00
MULTIUSE PATH (CATALINA STATE PARK CONNECTION) (B)
AMENITY QUANTITY UNIT UNIT COST TOTAL
Multiuse Path (12 ft width)0.3 MI $500,000.00 $150,000.00 $150,000.00
PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE OVER CDO (C)
AMENITY QUANTITY UNIT UNIT COST TOTAL
Pedestrian Bridge 1 LS $1,000,000.00 $1,000,000.00
Multiuse Path (12 ft width)0.1 MI $500,000.00 $50,000.00 $1,050,000.00
MULTIUSE PATH (CDO WASH TO JDK PARK) (D)
AMENITY QUANTITY UNIT UNIT COST TOTAL
Multiuse Path (12 ft width)1.5 MI $500,000.00 $750,000.00 $750,000.00
MULTIUSE PATH (LINDA VISTA) (E)
AMENITY QUANTITY UNIT UNIT COST TOTAL
Multiuse Path (12 ft width)0.4 MI $500,000.00 $200,000.00 $200,000.00
MULTIUSE PATH (NARANJA DRIVE) (F)
AMENITY QUANTITY UNIT UNIT COST TOTAL
Multiuse Path (12 ft width)2.0 MI $500,000.00 $1,000,000.00 $1,000,000.00
MULTIUSE PATH (LA CANADA DRIVE) (G)
AMENITY QUANTITY UNIT UNIT COST TOTAL
Multiuse Path (12 ft width)1.0 MI $500,000.00 $500,000.00 $500,000.00
MULTIUSE PATH (CALLE CONCORDIA) (H)
AMENITY QUANTITY UNIT UNIT COST TOTAL
Multiuse Path (12 ft width)0.7 MI $500,000.00 $350,000.00 $350,000.00
MULTIUSE PATH (NORTHERN AVENUE TO MAGEE) (I)
AMENITY QUANTITY UNIT UNIT COST TOTAL
Multiuse Path (12 ft width)1.5 MI $500,000.00 $750,000.00 $750,000.00
MULTIUSE PATH (NORTHERN AVENUE TO TOHONO CHUL) (J)
AMENITY QUANTITY UNIT UNIT COST TOTAL
Multiuse Path (12 ft width)0.7 MI $500,000.00 $350,000.00 $350,000.00
MULTIUSE PATH (CHAPALA DRIVE) (K)
AMENITY QUANTITY UNIT UNIT COST TOTAL
Multiuse Path (12 ft width)0.5 MI $500,000.00 $250,000.00 $250,000.00
MULTIUSE PATH (LA CHOLLA BLVD) (L)
AMENITY QUANTITY UNIT UNIT COST TOTAL
Multiuse Path (12 ft width)1.0 MI $500,000.00 $500,000.00 $500,000.00
MULTIUSE PATH (LAMBERT LANE) (M)
AMENITY QUANTITY UNIT UNIT COST TOTAL
Multiuse Path (12 ft width)1.0 MI $500,000.00 $500,000.00 $500,000.00
MULTIUSE PATH (RANCHO VISTOSO LOOP) (N)
AMENITY QUANTITY UNIT UNIT COST TOTAL
Multiuse Path (12 ft width)6.0 MI $300,000.00 $1,800,000.00 $1,800,000.00
MULTIUSE PATH (VISTOSO GOLF CONNECTION) (O)
AMENITY QUANTITY UNIT UNIT COST TOTAL
Multiuse Path (12 ft width)0.7 MI $500,000.00 $350,000.00 $350,000.00
MULTIUSE PATH (MOORE ROAD) (P)
AMENITY QUANTITY UNIT UNIT COST TOTAL
Multiuse Path (12 ft width)1.5 MI $500,000.00 $750,000.00 $750,000.00