Bits and Pieces

Archery Demo Day Tomorrow At Naranja Park

Interested in learning Archery? Then do go over to Naranja Park from 9 to Noon tomorrow to join in the festivities. They will be basic archery instruction, vendor booths, a competitive shoot, a course walk-around, and food trucks.

It is billed as "fun for the whole family." Call 520-229-5050 to learn more.

Oro Valley's First Settlers

No. We're not the first settlers!
Former Oro Valley Mayor Loomis, Richard
and Archeologist Allen Denoyer

Saturday's Setter's Day festivity at Steam Pump Ranch gave us pause to think about Oro Valley first setter's, the Hohokam.  There is a replica of a mud adobe hut on the north side of the site, .  It looks in move-in condition.

Its not terribly big. Could probably comfortably fit 4. Maybe a bit risky of getting flooded in the rain. But, then again, we don't have much of that in Oro Valley.

Governor Ducey Signs Wrong Bill

Face with a choice to make the referendum process even more onerous than it already is or simplifying it a bit, Arizona Governor Ducey signed a bill (HB2407) that will make it impossible to have a successful referendum:

"House Bill 2407 by Republican Rep. David Stevens, R-Sierra Vista, modifies requirements for voter referendums and recalls, tightening rules on the signature-gathering process and the wording of the measure. Thousands of signatures can be invalidated over minor mistakes including margin spacing and serial numbers, while single signatures can be disqualified for not matching a voter’s registration or marking the wrong date." (Source)

Does anyone know of a case that the Supreme Court could hear that would give them the opportunity to overturn this legislative overreach?

Oro Valley Optimist Club Sponsors Golf Event on May 16 To Raise Funds For Youth

The Oro Valley Optimist Club, of which Heather wrote this past Tuesday, is sponsoring a "Scramble For Youth" at the El Conquistador Country Club.  All proceeds will go to support Oro Valley Youth Programs.  Learn more and register here.

Sprint Triathlon Tomorrow

The 3rd annual Oro Valley Sprint Triathlon is tomorrow. It is a 800 meter swim, a 14 mile bike ride, and a 3 mile run.  The event runs from 6-11am. The event will impact traffic on Concordia, La Canada, Lambert Lane and Oracle Road.

Visit Tucson Estimates $4million Impact On Oro Valley

Visit Tucson, Oro Valley's external marketing arm, reported to the Oro Valley Town Council this past Wednesday that its efforts have increase the Oro Valley economy by $4million in the past year. It estimates hat 27,000 visitors have come to town as a result of their efforts. Watch this brief video of their report.

Visit Tucson received $175,000 from Oro Valley's Bed Taxes last year. This funds 2.5% of their revenue. Next year, the town is committed to funding it for $225,000.

Bits and Pieces

Special Study Session On Budget April 9

Oro Valley Town Manager Greg Caton will lead a discussion for his recommended 2014-15 Oro Valley budget next Wednesday.  The discussion is open to the public.



Four departments will present their budget request;

• Police 
• Development and Infrastructure Services 
• Parks and Recreation 
• Water Utility

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Oro Valley Sprint Triathalon Road Closures and Delays

The Oro Valley Sprint Triathalon is tomorrow.  It is a swim, bike and run event.  Road closures and delays will occur at the following intersections. This is the "bike course" route. The run loops around Kreigh Park.  The event starts at 6:30.

• W. Calle Concordia at N. La Canada
• N. La Canada at Lambert Ln.
• E. Pusch Vie Ln at North OrCLE
• N. Oracle at W. Calle Concordia

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Oro Valley HiVE Deployments For April Announced

The Oro Valley Police Department has released April's HiVE deployments.  HiVE

• April 9, 2014 4 – 7 p.m. 
•  April 15, 2014 4 – 7 p.m. 
•  April 17, 2014 7 - 10 a.m.
•  April 23, 2014 4 - 7 p.m. 
•  April 29, 2014 7 - 10 a.m.

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Seen In A Backyard

One of our readers sent us this picture of a Coyote in the reader's back yard.  This one is a beauty!
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"Do you want to shape OV’s future? Town now accepting applications for project committees

Join the conversation and make a difference in your community! The Town of Oro Valley is accepting applications, now through Wednesday, April 30, 2014, for positions on one of the three Your Voice, Our Future project committees. The project’s goal is to have the community identify common values, issues and solutions. The committees will advise project staff and make recommendations on policy and goal proposals. The results will yield a community plan, often referred to as a “General Plan,” which will shape decisions about the Town’s future and quality of life.

The committees will focus on the following areas:

• Development: land use, community design, cost of development, infrastructure, and transportation/circulation 
• Environment: open space and natural resources conservation, water resources, archaeological and historic resources, and environmental planning 
• Community: economic development, public facilities, services and safety, arts and culture, parks and recreation, and housing

Residents from all walks of life are needed. Applications are easy to fill out and submit online at www.YourVoiceOV.com.

This plan cannot be built without Oro Valley residents. Your Voice Committee members will be tasked with turning the draft vision and guiding principles into a plan for action. The policy development and review portion of the Your Voice, Our Future project is expected to take approximately 12 months to complete. Each of the committees will meet approximately 6-10 times during that period.

This is your opportunity to join with others and help shape Oro Valley’s future!

The draft vision and guiding principles are still available for comment on www.YourVoiceOV.com. The Oro Valley Planning & Zoning Commission will review them at a public meeting on April 10 at 6 p.m. in Council Chambers."

(Source: Oro Valley Press Release)
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Read "Crimefighter" On Line

You can view the latest issue of The Oro Valley Police Department's "Crimefighter" publication online. It is the safety newsletter of The Oro Valley Police Department.

"Crimefighter" is worth reading.  It has some interesting tips on protecting yourself, your loved ones and your property.  Prior issues are also available online.
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