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Your government @ work: Roundabout construction
ORO VALLEY MAYOR & COUNCIL
Joyce Jones-Ivey, Councilmember
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Josh Nicolson, Councilmember
Steve Solomon, Councilmember For Mayor and Councilmembers, call: (520) 229-4700 council@orovalleyaz.gov Town Manager Mary Jacobs (520) 229-4725
By the time most of you read this newsletter, the roundabout at Moore Road and La Cañada Drive will have opened. We are proud to tell you that this multi-departmental project was completed on time and on budget. The roundabout will improve traffic flow and help improve vehicle and pedestrian safety at the intersection. The Town has created an educational video to help drivers, pedestrians and bicyclists understand how to use our new roundabout. Visit the Town’s website and click the banner on the home page. In the meantime, here are the basics: • • •
Got questions? Ask OV! ask@orovalleyaz.gov Photo banner: New business updates, Hot Cocoa 5k Run/Walk, Second Saturdays at Steam Pump Ranch, Holiday Festival of the Arts & Tree Lighting Celebration Copyright 2019 by the Town of Oro Valley. All rights reserved.
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Slow down to the posted speed limit as you approach the roundabout. Let vehicles already circulating go ahead. (Never merge; instead, yield to traffic.) Obey all one-way signs and watch out for pedestrians, bicyclists and emergency vehicles.
2019 New Year’s Eve at the Overlook December 31, 2019, 6 – 10 p.m. The Overlook Restaurant at the OV Community Center 10555 N. La Cañada Dr. $59 per person (drinks priced separately) For more details, please visit elcongolfandtennis.com. Reservations required. Please call 520-229-5355.
Holiday shopping safety tips Even though Oro Valley was named “Safest City in Arizona” for 2019, it is still important that residents and shoppers be prepared and aware this holiday season. Here are a few tips from the Oro Valley Police Department: • • •
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Holiday Special Events
Saturday, Dec. 7, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. (Tree Lighting at 6 p.m.) Sunday, Dec. 8, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Oro Valley Marketplace 12155 N. Oracle Rd.
Melanie Barrett, Vice Mayor
Bill Rodman, Councilmember
December 2019
Holiday Festival of the Arts & Tree Lighting Celebration
Joe Winfield, Mayor
Rhonda Piña, Councilmember
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When approaching or leaving your vehicle, be aware of your surroundings. Keep car doors locked and windows closed. Set your alarm or use an anti-theft device. Do not leave packages or valuables on the seat of your car. If you must leave something in the car, lock it in the trunk or put it out of sight. Keep a secure hold on your purse, handbag and purchases. Do not leave them in the cart or set them on the car while opening the door or loading the vehicle.
New Year’s Day Hot Cocoa 5K Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2019, 11:20 a.m. Steam Pump Ranch 10901 N. Oracle Rd. $20 before race day, $25 on race day The race will take place along the multiuse path, beginning at Steam Pump Ranch, and will include snacks, water, and of course, hot cocoa. Register at http://bit.ly/cocoa5k2020
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Upcoming
PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT
Newsletter | December 2019
Opportunities
Unless otherwise noted, meetings will be held in Oro Valley Town Hall Council Chambers, 11000 N. La Cañada Dr. Meetings are periodically cancelled or rescheduled. To confirm your meeting, please visit www.orovalleyaz.gov and click on “Meetings and Agendas” in the carousel.
• Dec. 2 @ 5 p.m. Historic Preservation Commission (Location: Hopi Conference Rm. at Town Hall)
Open for business! Shopping locally is a reinvestment in our community, helping to fund the programs and services for outstanding quality of life. We are grateful the following businesses selected Oro Valley.
• Dec. 9 @ 5 p.m. Water Utility Commission meeting (Location: Hopi Conference Rm. at Town Hall)
• Dec. 3 @ 6 p.m. Planning and Zoning Commission
• Dec. 19 @ 4 p.m. Stormwater Utility Commission meeting (Location: Hopi Conference Rm. at Town Hall)
• Dec. 4 @ 6 p.m. Town Council meeting
• Jan. 8 @ 6 p.m. Town Council meeting
NOW OPEN • Block Fitness Collective 10420 N. La Cañada Dr., Ste. 120 • Navigation Retirement Group 12115 N. Oracle Rd., Ste. 151 (Oro Valley Marketplace) • Sunstreet Mortgage, LLC 7445 N. Oracle Road, Ste. 201 • Tohono Chul Garden Pavillion 7366 N. Paseo del Norte
Upcoming Events For complete details on these and other events, visit our online event calendar at www.orovalleyaz.gov. Christkindlmarket at Steam Pump Ranch Presented by the Oro Valley Historical Society Saturdays through December 21, 9 a.m. to noon 10901 N. Oracle Rd. Experience the holidays in the German tradition of the Pusch family, including tours, unique gifts and activities for kids. Questions? Email tcolmar@comcast.net
Dispose-A-Med—FREE! Saturday, December 14, 9 a.m. – noon Walmart Neighborhood Market 7951 N. Oracle Rd. Bring your unused or expired prescription and over-the-counter medications and we will dispose of them for you properly. Pills and liquids are accepted.
Oro Valley Kids Concert Series—FREE! Saturday, December 7, 10 a.m. Council Chambers, 11000 N. La Cañada Dr. Nutcracker Story
Holiday Archery Shoot—FREE! Saturday, December 14, 9 a.m. – noon Naranja Park Archery Range, 810 W. Naranja Dr. Shooters must be at least 8+ years old. Please bring your own bows and arrows.
OV Marketplace Concert Series—FREE! Thursday, December 12, 6 – 7:30 p.m. Oro Valley Marketplace, 12155 N. Oracle Rd. (in the Century Theatres courtyard) Music by P.D. Ronstadt and the Company (Southwest Americana). Attendees are encouraged to bring their own chairs to enjoy the concert.
Second Saturdays at Steam Pump Ranch—FREE! Saturday, December 14 & Saturday, January 11 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. 10901 N. Oracle Rd. Live music at 10:30 a.m., plus tours, garden activities, Heirloom Farmers Market and more!
Oro Valley Kids Concert Series—FREE! Saturday, January 4, 10:00 a.m. Children’s Museum Oro Valley 11015 N. Oracle Rd., Suite 101 Instrument Petting Zoo OV Marketplace Concert Series—FREE! Thursday, January 9, 6 – 7:30 p.m. Oro Valley Marketplace, 12155 N. Oracle Rd. (in the Century Theatres courtyard) Music by Diane Van Deurzen & Lisa Otey (Jazz, Blues, Boogie Woogie). Attendees are encouraged to bring their own chairs to enjoy the concert.
Holiday Office Hours The Town of Oro Valley wishes you a very happy and safe holiday season! Town offices will be closed for the holidays on the following dates: Tuesday, Dec. 24
Wednesday, Dec. 25
Monday, Dec. 31
Tuesday, Jan. 1
Please check the website for details on holiday closures and special hours at the Oro Valley Aquatic Center and Oro Valley Community Center.
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Town of Oro Valley Communications Division
Misti Nowak, Communications Administrator | (520) 229-4712 | mnowak@orovalleyaz.gov Joe Lunne, Public Information Officer | (520) 229-4772 | jlunne@orovalleyaz.gov Pia Salonga, Marketing & Communications Specialist | (520) 229-4731 | psalonga@orovalleyaz.gov