Are you curious about local government and eager to help shape the future of Oro Valley? You’re in luck! The town invites you to sign up for the Oro Valley Fall 2023 Community Academy. This year, the focus is on upcoming townwide planning efforts. For 26 years, this free and award-winning series has been helping residents get involved and informed. Be sure to register by October 1 to secure your spot.
This fall marks the beginning of our efforts to establish a voter-ratified General Plan by 2026. This community-driven, 10-year plan outlines Oro Valley’s goals, policies, and actions concerning public safety, the environment, parks, development, housing, employment, and more. Our current plan, “Your Voice, Our Future,” was approved by voters back in 2016. You can check it out here.
The Community Academy will take place twice a week, from October 10 to October 30. Sessions are from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Oro Valley Town Hall, located at 11000 N. La Cañada Drive. While we encourage in-person attendance, you can also join online. Please note that online participants will be able to watch presentations but may not engage in group activities.
Here’s what you can expect from the 2023 Community Academy:
– Oct. 10: Welcome and Overview of Town Governance
– Oct. 12: 2026 General Plan – Importance of Community Involvement
– Oct. 17: Housing and Development Trends
– Oct. 19: Zoning 101 and Development Review
– Oct. 24: Town Finances and Economic Development
– Oct. 26: Public Safety and Parks and Recreation
– Oct. 30: Town Water Resource Planning
Attend at least half of the sessions, and you’ll be eligible to graduate. Graduates will enjoy a celebratory dinner and receive a certificate at the November 1 Town Council meeting.
If you’re ready to dive into these critical topics and make a difference in our community, register now! Click here to sign up. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Jeanna Ancona at jancona@orovalleyaz.gov or call 520-229-5062.
Sources
Your Voice, Our Future General Plan
Community Academy Registration