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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPackets - Council Packets (2004)Stine, Michelle From: Sirois, Andrea Sent: Wednesday, January 14, 2026 5:42 PM To: Standish, Michael: Stine, Michelle Subject: iW: Vote on Taxes Tonight Sincerely, Andrea Sirois Executive Assistant Town Manager, Mayor and Council Town of Oro Valley Direct line: 520-229-4714 From: Mary Schulz Sent: Wednesday, January 14, 2026 2:42 PM To! Town Council <council@orovalleyaz.gov> Subject: Vote on Taxes Tonight IWARNING: External Sender. Read Carefully. Report phishing. Hello Town Council, I encourage you to reconsider taxing businesses more to fill the deficit in the Oro Valley budget. It is a band -aid and not a long-term solution to an unavoidable issue that continues to compound. The message it sends is we are anti -growth and will tax the business owners over the residents of Oro Valley who are the ones who benefit considerably more from roads and public safety. As a 19-year resident of Oro Valley, and a successful local business owner, I feel the costto do business in Oro Valley is considerably more than the surrounding areas. Increasing taxes will only make it a less desirable choice. The choice will be obvious to continue to establish a business outside of Oro Valley, yet close enough to benefit from Oro Valley residents doing business with them. Please reconsideryour plan, and focus more on long-term, sustainable growth. Kind Regards, Mary Mary G. Schutz, AIF°, RICP® Founder, Financial Advisor Schulz Financial Group -Oro Valley Chamber of Commerce Outstanding Small Business of the Year 2025* 6849 N Oracle Rd., Suite 175 Tucson, AZ 85704 Office: (520) 495-2800 www.schutzfinanciatgroup.com 2025 Outstanding Small Business, created by Oro Valley Chamber of Commerce. This award is based on business achievements, community involvement, and leadership. It is not specific to financial services and does not imply an endorsement, recommendation, or reflect the performance of the advisor. Membership with the Chamber is required to win. For more award information, visit http s://o rova lleyc h a m be r.com/. Securities and Advisory Services offered through Commonwealth Financial Network®, Member FINRA/SIPC, a Registered Investment Adviser. Fixed insurance products and services are separate from and not offered through Commonwealth Financial Network°. The information contained in this e-mail message is being transmitted to and is intended for the use of only the individual(s) to whom it is addressed. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, you are hereby advised that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this message is strictly prohibited. If you have received this message in error, please immediately delete. Stine, Michelle From: Standish, Michael Sent: Wednesday, January 14, 2026 3:21 PM To: Stine, Michelle Subject: FW: Vote on Taxes Tonight From: Mary Schulz Sent: Wednesday, January 14, 2026 2:41 PM To: Standish, Michael <mstandish@orovalleyaz.gov> Subject: Vote on Taxes Tonight IWARNING: External Sender. Read Carefully. Report phishing Submitting for public comment: From: Mary Schulz Date: Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 2:37 PM To: couacil.0grovalleyaz ore <rouncil(ulorovaUeya or > Cc: Kristen Sharp <kdsten(aborovalteychamber com> Subject: Vote on Taxes Tonight Hello Town Council, I encourage you to reconsider taxing businesses more to fill the deficit in the Oro Valley budget. It is a band -aid and not a long-term solution to an unavoidable issue that continues to compound. The message it sends is we are anti -growth and will tax the business owners over the residents of Oro Valley who are the ones who benefit considerably more from roads and public safety. As a 19-year resident of Oro Valley, and a successful local business owner, I feel the cost to do business in Oro Valley is considerably more than the surrounding areas. Increasing taxes will only make it a less desirable choice. The choice will be obvious to continue to establish a business outside of Oro Valley, yet close enough to benefit from Oro Valley residents doing business with them. Please reconsider your plan, and focus more on long-term, sustainable growth. Kind Regards, Mary MaryG. Schulz, AI F®, RICPe Founder, Financial Advisor Schulz Financial Group -Oro Valley Chamber of Commerce Outstanding Small Business of the Year 2025* 6849 N Oracle Rd., Suite 175 Tucson, AZ 85704 Office: (520) 495-2800 www.schulzfinancialgrouo com 2025 Outstanding Small Business, created by Oro Valley Chamber of Commerce. This award is based on business achievements, community involvement, and leadership. It is not specific to financial services and does not imply an endorsement, recommendation, or reflect the performance of the advisor. Membership with the Chamber is required to win. For more award information, visit httos•//orovalleychamber com/. Securities and Advisory Services offered through Commonwealth Financial Network®, Member FINRA/SIPC, a Registered Investment Adviser. Fixed insurance products and services are separate from and not offered through Commonwealth Financial Network®. The information contained in this a -mail message is being transmitted to and is intended forthe use of onlythe individual(s)to whom his addressed. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, you are hereby advised that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this message is strictly prohibited. If you have received this message in error, please immediately delete. Stine, Michelle From: Sirois, Andrea Sent: Tuesday, January 13, 2026 5:02 PM To: Standish, Michael; Stine, Michelle Subject: FW: Impact of Proposed Taxes on Small Business Owners in Oro Valley Sincerely, Andres Sirois Executive Assistant Town Manager, Mayor and Council Town of Oro Valley Direct line: 520-229-4714 From: Kristin Kranias Sent: Tuesday, January 13, 20264:47 PM To: Winfield, Joe <jwinfield@orovalleyaz.gov>; Town Council <council@orovalleyaz.gov> Subject: Impact of Proposed Taxes on Small Business Owners in Oro Valley I WARNING: External Sender. Read Carefully. Report phishing Dear Mayor Joe and Members of the Oro Valley Town Council, Mayor Joe, I had the pleasure of meetingyou when you attended our Sole Salons ribbon cutting in Oro Valley approximately three years ago. That visit meant a great dealto us, as it reflected Oro Valley's support for local business and community investment. Since opening however, operating in Oro Valley has not been easy. Like many small businesses, it has taken us years of sustained investment, patience, and perseverance to reach the point where this Location is finallyslightly profitable. That progress has come after navigating rising costs, market challenges, and the realities faced by service -based businesses that depend on Leased space. Today, our Oro Valley location supports 22 independent beauty and wellness professionaLs—each a small business owner who runs their own business from our studios and serves local residents every day. These individuals are not corporations; they are entrepreneurs who rely on predictable and reasonable costs to remain viable. The proposed Commercial Rental Tax, along with the Telecommunications and Use Taxes, would directly increase theiroperating expenses reducingtheir slim margins and for us would effectively eliminate the modest profitability we have worked years to achieve. For the professionals, there is no buffer. Increased costs would mean higher prices for residents (and many of our professionals are residents too!), reduced services, or difficult decisions about whether they can continue operating in Oro Valley at all. For us as an operator, these taxes would undo years of effort and make it extremely d ifficult to justify continued investment in this market. I operate Sole Salons locations across the Midwest and in Tucson, and I can say candidly that long-term growth decisions are driven by whether a community remains supportive of small businesses. If these taxes are enacted, we would be forced to divert future growth and reinvestment dollars to other markets where the cost of doing business is more stable and predictable. We believe in Oro Valley and want to continue growing here. I respectfully urge the Council to reconsider these proposed taxes and to work with the Chamber and local business owners to find solutions that protect small businesses, preserve affordability for residents, and support a healthy local economy. Thank you for your time, consideration, and service to the Oro Valley community. Sincerely, Kristin Kranias kristin.kran ias(alsolasalons.com SALON S Kristin Kranias Owner Jefferson & Pima Sole LLC Sole Salons of AZ, IN, KY, OH & WI kristin.kranias(a wlasalons.com Stine, Michelle From: Sirois, Andrea Sent: Tuesday, January 13, 2026 9:14 AM To: Standish, Michael; Stine, Michelle Subject: FW: Opposition to Proposed Commercial Rental, Telecommunications, and Use Taxes Sincerely, Andrea Sirois Executive Assistant Town Manager, Mayor and Councl Town of Oro Valley Direct Line: 520-2.29-4714 From: Kathy Cantoli Sent: Monday, January 12, 2026 5:55 PM To: Town Council <council@orovalleyaz.gov> Subject: Opposition to Proposed Commercial Rental, Telecommunications, and Use Taxes N WARNING: External Sender. Read Carefully. Report ph ishing. This is the first time you received an email from this sender Exercise caution when dicking links, opening attachments ortaking further action, beforevalldating s au en of Dear Mayor and Members of the Oro Valley Town Council, I am writing to respectfully oppose the proposed Commercial Rental Tax, Telecommunications Tax, and Use Tax that the Council is considering this week. I am a local small business owner currently serving clients throughout the greater Tucson area, including Oro Valley. As my business continues to grow, I have been actively considering opening brick -and - mortar storefront. Oro Valley has always been an attractive option due to its strong community, supportive reputation, and desirable location. Unfortunately, the addition of these new taxes would significantly change the financial reality of that decision. ror small and growing businesses, operating costs matter. Commercial rent, utilities, telecommunications, and equipment purchases are already major expenses. Adding multiple new taxes on top of these essentials would make it extremely difficult —if not impossible —for my business to justify opening a physical location in Oro Valley. Rather than encouraging local investment and growth, these taxes risk pushing new businesses to neighboring communities with a more favorable cost structure. Small businesses are the backbone of our local economy. We create jobs, contribute to the community, and help maintain the character that makes Oro Valley such a desirable place to live and work. Policies that increase barriers to entry ultimately reduce business formation, limit job creation, and discourage long-term economic growth. I strongly urge the Town Council to reconsider these proposed taxes and explore alternative solutions that do not place an additional burden on local businesses and entrepreneurs. I want to be able to invest in Oro Valley's future —but these measures would prevent me from doing so. Thank you for yourtime, consideration, and service to our community. Respectfully, Kathy Cantoli Owner / Design Consultant Gotcha Covered of North Tucson / Marana htti)s://www.gotchacovered.com/north-tucson-marana/ 520.540.8373 AV TCHA=EREDBS BLINDS / SHADES I SHUTTERS ; DRAPERIES ENCIAL Hunterpouglas Certified Installer Stine, Michelle From: Sirols, Andrea Sent: Monday, January 12, 2026 4:50 PM To: Standish, Michael; Stine, Michelle Subject: FW: New Proposed Taxes on Businesses Sincerely, Andrea Sirois Executive Assistant Town Manager, Mayor and Council Town of Oro Valley Direct Lint 520-229-4714 From: Scott Weible- Sent: Monday, January 12, 2026 4:46 PM To: Town Council <council@orovalleyez.gov>; Winfield, Joe <jinfield@orovalleyaz.gov>; Barrett, Melanie <mbarrett@orovalleyaz.gov>; Jones -Ivey, Joyce <jjones-Ivey@orovalleyaz.gov>; Robb, Elizabeth <erobb@orovalleyaz.gov>; Nicolson, Josh <jnicolson@orovalleyaz.gov>; Murphy, Mary<mmurphy@orovalleyaz.gov> Subject: New Proposed Taxes on Businesses iWARNING: External Sender. Read Carefully. Report phishing. Dear Mayor, Vice -Mayor and Council Members, I am a businessman here in Oro Valley; and I live here too. I am a member of the Oro Valley Chamber of Commerce and the Better Business Bureau. I attended graduate school and law school at the U of A; and I served in my first year out of law school (MANY years ago) as Judicial Clerk for the Honorable Robert J. Corcoran (Deceased). I understand that some object to the proposed tax increases you are considering. My view, as a resident and businessman here in Oro Valley is that we want to have a nice city, with a good police department, nice full library, nice parks, a nice golf course (I do not play golf, but I know a lot of people do) and well -maintained streets (including the plants and trees that we see along our streets). We want to attract people to come to dine here, so we want to have nice places for good restaurants. I do not want to pay more taxes ... who would? But, I don't want Oro Valley to fall into disrepair which will hurt all of us. Please set the tax rate at a level that will allow us to be proud of our Town, pleased with the views as we drive around, and won't tear up our cars as we drive on the roads. Best Regards, Scott Weible Weible Law Firm PLLC Innovation Corporate Center 1846 E. Innovation Park Drive Oro Valley, AZ 85755-1963 (520) 955-3660 scottna,weible.com www.weible.com "THE BITTERNESS OF POOR QUALITY REMAINS LONG AFTER THE SWEETNESS OF LOW PRICE IS FORGOTTEN. -- Benjamin Franklin Stine, Michelle From: Sirois, Andrea Sent: Monday, January 12, 2026 4:49 PM To: Standish, Michael; Stine, Michelle Subject: FW: New Taxes Sincerely, Andrea Sitois Executive Assistant Town Manager, Mayor and Counci] Town of Oro Valley Direct line: 520-229-4714 From: Jerome Schoenberger - Sent: Monday, January 12, 20264:47 PM To: Town Council <council@orovalleyaz.gov> Subject: New Taxes WARNING: External Sender. Read Carefully. Report phishing. Caution: The sender name (Jerome Schoenberger) is different from their email address -Which may indicate an impersonation attempt, Verify the email's authenticity with the sender using your organization's trusted contact list before replying or taking further action. Bad bad idea, cost will d rive people out of OV, may I remind you of Dicks Sporting Goods and Ashley Furniture. Both Left no foot traffic and cost contributed I!HHH, think hard and long. Control your spending don't go down the road of getti ng a u d its d. Thank you .1 Schoenberger Stine, Michelle From: Sirois, Andrea Sent: Tuesday, January 13, 2026 10:00 AM To: Standish, Michael; Stine, Michelle Subject: FW: Additional Taxes on Businesses in Oro Valley Sincerely, Andrea Sirois Executive Assistant Town Manager, Mayor and Council Town of Oro Valley Direct Line: 520-229-4714 From: Wendy Wise Sent: Tuesday, January 13, 20269:S8 AM To: Town Council <council@orovalleyaz.gov> Cc: Wendy Wise Subject: Additional Taxes on Businesses in Oro Valley IWARNING: External Sender. Read Carefully. Report phishing. Dear Oro Valley Town Council Members, I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to express my concerns regarding the potential imposition of additional taxes on businesses in Oro Valley. As a member of the business community, I understand the importance of supporting the town's growth and services. However, increasing the tax burden on local businesses could have unintended negative consequences. Higher taxes may hinder business growth, reduce job creation, and discourage new businesses from establishing themselves in Oro Valley. This could ultimately impact the town's economy and the quality of life for all residents. I respectfully urge the council to consider alternative solutions for generating revenue that do not place additional financial strain on businesses. Supporting local businesses is essential for maintaining a vibrant and prosperous community. Thank you for your time and consideration. Sincerely, Wendy Wise 15 year business owner in Oro Valley Wendy Wise, Agent, RICP, CLU, ChFC, FLMI Your Local State Farm Agentl Click here to visit our State Farm Website www.wendvwise.net 1880 E Tangerine Rd., Suite 130 Oro Valley, AZ 85755 business: 520-544-2838I fax: 520-544-2847 wendvOwendvwise,net If this communication is securities related, see the additional disclosures. If you're happy with our customer service, please leave us a 5 star review! W endVW ise. Net/Reviews Stine, Michelle From: Sirois, Andrea Sent: Tuesday, January 13, 2026 9:33 AM To: Standish, Michael; Stine, Michelle Subject: FW: Tax for Oro Valley Sincerely, Andrea Sirois Executive Assistant Town Manager, Mayor and Council Town of Oro Valley Direct Line: 520-229-4714 From: Arizona Hero Sent: Tuesday, January 13, 2026 9:30 AM To: Town Council <coundl@orovalleyez.gov> Subject: Tax for Oro Valley WARNING: External Sender. Read Carefully. Report phishing. As a concerned citizen, I believe this proposed tax places an unfair additional burden on both businesses and residents. It feels like a reaction without truly understanding how Oro Valley has accumulated millions in debt. I strongly advocate forfiscal responsibility and transparency before any new taxes are implemented. At this point, I am against this tax because I feel the management of ourfinancial situation in Oro Valley needs to be thoroughly reviewed and improved. Lisa M. Hopper Oro Valley, Az. 85737 Stine, Michelle From: Sirois, Andrea Sent: Tuesday, January 13, 2026 9:08 AM To: Standish, Michael; Stine, Michelle Subject: FW: New taxes Sincerely, Andrea Sirois Executive Assistant Town Manager, Mayor and Council Town of Oro Valley Direct Line: 520 229-4714 From: Jane Shurtleff- Sent: Tuesday, January 13, 2026 7:35 AM To: Town Council <council@orovalleyaz.gov>; Winfeld, Joe <jwinfield@orovalleyaz.gov> Subject: New taxes WARNING: Externa l Sender. Read Carefully. Report ph ishing. F Dear Mayor Winfield and the Oro Valley Council, I am agai rat the new proposed taxes because it seems like we are placi ng the burden of not being able to attract new business to Oro Valley fast enough on its current businesses and citizens. I understand that with all the new housing coming into Oro Valley, we will need new businesses to sustain that growth. However, please don't put obstacles in the way of new businesses and residents to come here or existing businesses and citizens to stay here. Kind regards, Jane Shurtleff Oro Valley, Az 85737 Stine, Michelle From: Sirois, Andrea Sent: Tuesday, January 13, 2026 9:08 AM To: Standish, Michael; Stine, Michelle Subject: FW: Taxes Sincerely, Andrea Sirois Executive Assistant Town Manager, Mayor and Council Town of Oro Valley Direct Line: 520-229-4714 From: Timothy Putty - Sent: Tuesday, January 13, 2026 7:24 AM To: Town Council <council@orovalleyaz.gov> Subject: Taxes IWARNING: External Sender. Read Carefully. Report phishi ng. This is the first time you received an email from this sender Exercise caution when clicking links, oDerring attachments or taking further action, before valiidaling Its authent c To all members of the Oro Valley Town Council: It has come to my attention that you will soon be voting on 3 new proposed tax increases which would affect businesses in particular.I will not be able to personally attend that meeting (because of other business concerns), but I want it to be known that I am opposed to any additional taxes. Our business, Skin Care By Design, has been located in Oro Valley for more than 20 years, but we recently have considered moving out of OV, because we can find cheaper rent elsewhere, such as Marano. In reality, we do not want to move, but these new taxes, if enacted, would factor into our decision. Sincerely, Timothy Putty /-/Y- z& the community huilder Southern Arizona Home Builders Association 2840 N. Country Club Rd. Tucson, AZ 85716 P: 520.795.5114 www.sahba.org PRESIDENT & CEO David M. Godlewski EXECUTIVE OFFICERS Chair Andrew Gasparro KB Home t"Vice Chair Artists Salyer Mattamy Homes 2rd Vice Chair Mike Vasquez Vasquez Custom Construction Secretary/Treasurer Randy Agron A.F. Sterling Homes Immediate Past Chair Steve Crawford Pepper Viner Homes Affiliated With NAHB SENT VIA ELECTRONIC MAIL January 9, 2026 Mayor Joe Winfield Town of Oro Valley 11000 N La Canada Drive Tucson, AZ 85737 RE: 1.14.2026 Regular Session Agenda, Item #4.1, Compliance With State Law for Administrative Plan & Plat Review and Approval Honorable Mayor Winfield, The Southern Arizona Home Builders Association (SAHBA), representing more than 325 member businesses involved in land planning, development, and home building, supports the Town's efforts through Ordinance No. (0)26-01 to update the Town Code and Zoning Code to ensure consistency with recent state law. Clear, predictable, and state -compliant development regulations are essential to supporting housing supply and reducing unnecessary delays in the review process. Aligning local code with statutory requirements helps ensure that projects meeting adopted standards can proceed efficiently while maintaining community expectations. SAHBA appreciates the Town's partnership and encourages continued collaboration with stakeholders as these amendments are implemented. Thank you for your consideration. U Brendan Lyons, MPA Director of Government Affairs Southern Arizona Home Builders Association