Town begins fall pavement preservation workThe Town of Oro Valley has begun its Fall 2025 Pavement Preservation Program, which runs through November. The Public Works Department will apply maintenance treatments on several major streets and neighborhood roads to extend pavement life and maintain Oro Valley’s high-quality roadways. Work hours are generally 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., and schedules may shift depending on weather conditions. Drivers are asked to observe posted signs and traffic controls, while residents in affected neighborhoods will receive direct notifications 48 hours before work begins.
Residents can learn more about the schedule, view maps, and get updates on the Town’s Pavement Preservation webpage or call the Public Works Department at 520-229-4850 for questions about specific locations. (Source: Town of Oro Valley Media Release)
Marketplace redevelopment moves forward
Construction is officially underway at the Oro Valley Marketplace, marking the start of a multi-year transformation project led by HSL Properties and Borderlands Construction. Phase 1 will bring 320 new apartments, improved pedestrian routes, safer intersections, and a new public park between Walmart and Tuk Tuk Thai. Work begins this month and will continue through 2027, with Marketplace access temporarily rerouted during construction but restored for the Thanksgiving and holiday shopping seasons.
The project, approved by the Town Council in 2023, aims to make the Marketplace a more vibrant destination for residents and visitors while boosting Oro Valley’s long-term economic vitality. Learn more here.
Earlier this week, Rockin’ 4 Heroes hosted a private flag ceremony at Oro Valley Town Hall to honor LuAnn Galvin, a local Gold Star mother whose son, U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer Taylor Galvin, died in 2018 while serving in Afghanistan. During the ceremony, Rockin’ 4 Heroes presented Galvin with an Honor and Remember flag in recognition of her son’s service and sacrifice. Mayor Joe Winfield, Councilmember Mary Murphy and Police Chief Kara Riley attended the ceremony. (See KVOA report here)
Oro Valley Police Department receives two state grants totaling $83,619
The Oro Valley Police Department received two grants from the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety totaling $83,619. One grant of $44,249 will fund overtime, equipment, and supplies to enhance DUI and impaired-driving enforcement. The second grant of $39,370 will support the department’s Special Traffic Enforcement Program, including overtime and new lidar speed-enforcement units. Both grants take effect now. The two agreements are scheduled for Town Council approval next Wednesday.
Dog lovers won’t want to miss Bark in the Park, a free community event hosted by the Town of Oro Valley Parks and Recreation Department on Saturday, October 18, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Steam Pump Ranch. The evening will feature a dog costume contest, adoptable pets from local shelters, food trucks, and family-friendly activities. Attendees can enjoy crafts, photo booths, and demonstrations while supporting the University of Arizona College of Veterinary Medicine and Purina’s Purple Leash Project, which helps raise awareness for pet owners seeking safe shelter from domestic violence. For details, visit the Town’s event page or contact carlet@orovalleyaz.gov (Source: Town of Oro Valley Media Release)
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