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Vista Newsletter April - May 2026

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Oro Valley

2026

FY 26/27 budget planning is underway

It’s budget season in Oro Valley, and residents are invited to engage and learn more about the Town’s financial priorities for the 2026/27 fiscal year, which begins July 1. The first step is reviewing the Town Manager’s Recommended Budget, which is tentatively scheduled for publication the week of April 20. Public input helps guide decisions that impact Town services, infrastructure and long-term investments, so please consider participating in the following public meetings, which will be held in OV Council Chambers, 11000 N. La Cañada Dr.

ORO VALLEY MAYOR & COUNCIL

Joe Winfield, Mayor

Melanie Barrett, Vice Mayor

Harry “Mo” Greene, Councilmember

Joyce Jones-Ivey, Councilmember

Mary Murphy, Councilmember

Josh Nicolson, Councilmember

Elizabeth Robb, Councilmember

For Mayor and Councilmembers, call: 520-229-4700 council@orovalleyaz.gov

Town Manager Jeff Wilkins 520-229-4725

Got questions? Ask OV! ask@orovalleyaz.gov

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Access more Oro Valley news, events and activities at our website: www.orovalleyaz.gov

April 21 4 p.m.

May 4 6 p.m.

May 6 6 p.m.

May 19 4 p.m.

June 3 6 p.m.

June 17 6 p.m.

Budget and Finance Commission

Council Study Session #1

Council Study Session #2

Budget and Finance Commission

Council Meeting: Public Hearing & Tentative Adoption

Council Meeting: Public Hearing & Final Adoption

Meeting schedule is subject to change. To confirm meeting dates and times, and to learn how to participate in public meetings, click here or visit OVAZ.gov and click the blue “Meetings and Agendas” button.

Free document shredding for OV residents

Safely disposing of sensitive documents is one of the simplest steps you can take to protect yourself and your household from identity theft. That’s why the Town of Oro Valley is hosting a free shredding event for residents. Bring your documents, watch them get shredded on-site, and enjoy the peace of mind that comes from knowing your personal information has been handled safely and responsibly.

Saturday, May 2, 2026

8 a.m. to noon

Oro Valley Marketplace

11785 N. Oracle Rd.

Southern part of the property (near Fork & Fire)

Stormwater fee increase begins July 1

To support long term maintenance and improvement of the Town’s stormwater infrastructure, Oro Valley Town Council recently approved a three-year phased increase to the Stormwater Utility fee. The fee adjustment, which is the first increase in 10 years, will also help ensure continued compliance with regional, state and federal requirements. At full implementation, the monthly rate will increase from $4.50 per Equivalent Residential Unit (ERU) to $6.50 per ERU; however, the phased approach means residents can expect to see a gradual increase of approximately 67 cents for each of the next three years, beginning July 1, 2026.

Improvements at the OV Community & Recreation Center

Shop Oro Valley!

There’s a lot happening at the Oro Valley Community & Recreation Center! This popular facility is a hub for aquatics, fitness, adult education, art classes, golf, dining, pickleball, tennis, kids’ camps and so much more. As part of the Town’s ongoing efforts to maintain and improve public facilities for residents and visitors alike, unused space in the men’s locker room was recently converted into two accessible family restrooms with exterior access to better serve guests using outdoor spaces.

Additionally, the Town is currently in the process of a multi-month parking lot resurfacing project to improve the lot’s condition, safety and accessibility for everyone who visits the facility. We anticipate that project to wrap up by midJune. In the meantime, portions of the lot may be unavailable for parking during construction, so please consider things like carpooling, visiting at off-peak times, or parking at Town Hall.

We understand that construction projects can be a temporary inconvenience, so THANK YOU Oro Valley for your patience as we work to improve our facilities!

Remember: shopping locally is a reinvestment in your quality of life! Explore all of Oro Valley’s shopping, dining and service options by visiting shopovaz.com.

NEW COMING SOON

• Center for Help and Health, 8444 N. Oracle Rd. #150

• The Wealth Consulting Group, 10134 N. Oracle Rd. #100

• Rubio’s, 10509 N. Oracle Rd.

• BMO Bank N.A., 1171 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd. # 101 (expansion)

• Healthy Skin Dermatology, 2295 E. Vistoso Commerce Loop

• Fyzical Therapy, 3710 W. Overton Rd. #120

UPCOMING EVENTS

For more details and events, visit the Town’s event calendar at www.OVAZ.gov

Celebrate Oro Valley Concert Series—FREE!

Friday nights, start times range from 6 to 7 p.m. Steam Pump Ranch 10901 N. Oracle Rd.

April 3, 17 & 24

May 1, 8, 15 & 29

For full details including start times, food trucks and band lineup, click here or visit OVAZ.gov

Movies on the Lawn FREE!

OV Community & Recreation Center 10555 N. La Cañada Dr. Movies begin shortly after sundown and will be hosted on the backside of the facility near the golf driving range.

April 25: The Bad Guys 2 May 16: Zootopia 2

June 20: Shrek (2001)

• Aloha Financial, 190 W. Magee Rd. #122

• Anytime Fitness, 10540 N. La Canada Dr. #150

• Boot Barn, 10805 N. Oracle Rd. #101

• Hand and Stone Massage and Facial Spa, 7918 N. Oracle Rd.

• OV Spine & Sport, 10515 N. Oracle Rd.

Movie Theme Nights at Steam Pump Ranch—FREE!

Enjoy movie-themed activities, and a popcorn food truck with treats and drinks. Come dressed as your favorite characters, and don’t forget your blankets and chairs! (10901 N. Oracle Rd.)

Saturday, May 2: HARRY POTTER DAY

6 – 9:30 p.m.

Movie: Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them

Monday, May 4

STAR WARS DAY

6 – 9 p.m.

Movie: Star Wars – The Last Jedi

Oro Valley High School Battle of the Bands—FREE!

Friday, May 22, 7:15 – 9:30 p.m.

Steam Pump Ranch, 10901 N. Oracle Road

Is YOUR band up to the challenge?

Email dhiatt@orovalleyaz.gov for contest details.

Download the Explore OV app for a more extensive list of communitywide events and activities

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