Introduction
Melanie Barrett grew up in San Diego and moved to Oro Valley in 2009. She has been married to Nick Barrett for 15 years. They have four children, three of whom attend local schools. She is an avid reader and photographer who loves the natural beauty of the desert.
Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in English, Brigham Young University, 2004
• Graduated Magna Cum Laude, BYU Law School, 2007. Served on the Law Review.
• Oro Valley Planning and Zoning Commissioner, 2015-2018. Vice-Chair, Feb. 2017-May 2018.
• Active participant in creating the Your Voice, Our Future 2016 General Plan.
What I plan to achieve as your councilmember
• Place the residents of Oro Valley before special interests and outside interests
• Improve parks and recreation opportunities
• Pursue conservation opportunities
• Return to the Guiding Principles of the voter-approved General Plan
• Seek development that is responsive to residents wishes and responsible in design
Campaign Issues
• Protecting our desert environment
• The current pace of developments
• Resolving the financial problems of the Town-owned golf courses
• Residents not being allowed enough participation in Town decisions
• Lack of transparency on the Town Council
• Town Council accepting campaign donations from developers, creating a conflict of interest
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You can read more about Melanie at her website HERE
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