Town of Oro Valley News

September 21, 2026

  CONTACT: Phillip Cantrell, Public Information Officer Desk: (520) 229-4772 Cell: (520) 549-9953 pcantrell@orovalleyaz.gov ORO VALLEY, Ariz. (September 18, 2026) – The Town of Oro Valley has published its FY 2026/27 Know Your Town’s Budget summary, a resident-friendly guide created to make the Town’s budget easier to understand. The Town’s adopted FY 2026/27 budget totals $127.99 million, a 15.5% decrease from the adopted FY 2025/26 budget. The summary presents this information in a clear, accessible format so residents can quickly see the overall…

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September 17, 2026

CONTACT: Phillip Cantrell Public Information Officer Desk: (520) 229-4772 Cell: (520) 549-9953 pcantrell@orovalleyaz.gov ORO VALLEY, Ariz. (September 16, 2026) – The Town of Oro Valley’s “Community Model Homes” program and website are now live. This is your opportunity to build a guest home or home quicker and at less cost. Residents can find the program homepage on the Town’s website. There, residents can browse the accompanying Model Plan Library, FAQ page, and Program Handbook. The Community Model Homes program introduces housing…

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September 17, 2026

CONTACT: Phillip Cantrell Public Information Officer Desk: (520) 229-4772 Cell: (520) 549-9953 pcantrell@orovalleyaz.gov Pavement improvements will take place across Oro Valley from Sep. through Nov. ORO VALLEY, Ariz. (September 17, 2026) – The Town of Oro Valley is launching its 2026 fall pavement preservation program, with work scheduled on streets and in neighborhoods throughout Oro Valley in the coming weeks. Work is generally expected to take place between 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on scheduled days. Project timing may shift due…

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September 1, 2026

CONTACT: Phillip Cantrell Public Information Officer Desk: (520) 229-4772 Cell: (520) 549-9953 pcantrell@orovalleyaz.gov ORO VALLEY, Ariz. (August 31, 2026) – Do you want to know more about Oro Valley’s water supply, public safety, parks, and more? Registration is now open for the Town of Oro Valley’s 2026 Community Academy, a free, interactive program that gives residents an inside look at how local government works. The award-winning academy will run from September 15 through October 21, 2026, with classes held from 6…

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August 20, 2026

CONTACT: Phillip Cantrell Public Information Officer Desk: (520) 229-4772 Cell: (520) 549-9953 pcantrell@orovalleyaz.govOro Valley Promotes Karl Shaddock to Assistant Town Manager ORO VALLEY, Ariz. (August 20, 2026) – Oro Valley Town Manager Jeff Wilkins promoted Karl Shaddock from Assistant to the Town Manager to the position of Assistant Town Manager, recognizing his leadership, strategic expertise, and broad contributions to the organization since joining the Town in 2021. Shaddock brings more than eight years of local government experience, with a professional background…

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July 20, 2026

If you love hiking, off-roading, or just staring up at “the Catalinas” from your driveway, there’s good news out of the mountains this week. The Coronado National Forest just grew by nearly 700 acres — the biggest single addition in 20 years — and the new land sits right on our side of town, near Oracle and Catalina. What happened The Trust for Public Land announced it has completed a deal with the U.S. Forest Service to permanently protect 695…

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July 18, 2026

CONTACT: Phillip Cantrell Public Information Officer Desk: (520) 229-4772 Cell: (520) 549-9953 pcantrell@orovalleyaz.gov ORO VALLEY, Ariz. (July 15, 2026) – The Oro Valley Town Council has adopted the OV Trails Connect Master Plan, establishing a long-term vision for the Town’s trail, pathway and outdoor connection network. Approved at the Council’s April 22, 2026, meeting, the plan guides how Oro Valley maintains, improves and expands its trail and path system in the years ahead. The OV Trails Connect Master Plan establishes a…

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June 12, 2026

Public Information Officer Desk: (520) 229-4772 Cell: (520) 549-9953 pcantrell@orovalleyaz.gov ORO VALLEY, Ariz. (June 12, 2026) – Break out your red, white and blue – Oro Valley’s July 4th celebration is back at James D. Kriegh Park! Bring the whole crew for an evening of live music, family fun, tasty eats, and a sky-high finale with fireworks starting at 9 p.m. Best of all, you’ll be joining your community in celebrating America’s 250th anniversary of signing the Declaration of Independence. Event…

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June 11, 2026

  CONTACT: Phillip Cantrell Public Information Officer Desk: (520) 229-4772 Cell: (520) 549-9953 pcantrell@orovalleyaz.gov ORO VALLEY, Ariz. (June 9, 2026) – Monsoon season is part of life in Oro Valley, and when the rain hits hard, storm runoff can show up fast. To help residents protect homes and property, the Town of Oro Valley will once again offer free sandbags beginning June 15. Sandbags will be available starting mid-June 2026 and continue throughout the monsoon season, with the program running…

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June 4, 2026

CONTACT: Phillip Cantrell Public Information Officer Desk: (520) 229-4772 Cell: (520) 549-9953 pcantrell@orovalleyaz.gov ORO VALLEY, Ariz. (June 4, 2026) – The Town of Oro Valley is proud to announce the launch of its new tourism website, ExploreOroValley.com, a destination platform designed to inspire visitation, support local businesses, and showcase the experiences that make Oro Valley one of Arizona’s most vibrant desert destinations. The new website brings together Oro Valley’s outdoor adventure, arts and culture, dining, events, public art, wellness experiences, and…

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April 30, 2026

  CONTACT: Phillip Cantrell Public Information Officer Desk: (520) 229-4772 Cell: (520) 549-9953 pcantrell@orovalleyaz.gov ORO VALLEY, Ariz. (April 30, 2026) – The Town of Oro Valley Town Manager’s Recommended Budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026/27 is now available online. Residents can review the full budget document and learn how the Town plans to sustain high-quality services while responding to changing revenue conditions and rising costs. The balanced, Town-wide budget appropriation totals $130 million, representing a $21 million (14.4%) decrease from the FY…

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April 8, 2026

CONTACT: Phillip Cantrell Public Information Officer Desk: (520) 229-4772 Cell: (520) 549-9953 pcantrell@orovalleyaz.gov ORO VALLEY, Ariz. (April 7, 2026) – When emergencies happen, clear and timely communication can make all the difference. That is why the Town of Oro Valley encourages residents and businesses to sign up for CodeRED, a free emergency notification service that quickly shares important local information when it matters most. CodeRED is one more way the Town works to look out for the community by delivering…

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