Town of Oro Valley News

February 16, 2026

A Closer Look at RTA Next by Kristen Sharp There is a lot being said right now about RTA Next, and much of it sounds confident while being misinformed. Sensationalized narratives often gain traction online without full context. With ballots starting to arrive in homes, it’s worth slowing down and separating fact from frustration. No, RTA Next Is Not a Tax Increase Let’s start with the idea that RTA Next represents a tax increase. It does not. The half cent…

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February 6, 2026

CONTACT: Misti Nowak Communications Administrator desk: 520-229-4712 cell: 520-808-4262 mnowak@orovalleyaz.gov   ORO VALLEY, Ariz. (Feb. 6, 2026) – On February 2, 2026, the Town of Oro Valley cut the ribbon on a multi-year Town Court expansion and improvement project that greatly improves the safety and efficiency of operations for court staff and visitors alike. The Court is located in Building B of the Oro Valley Town Hall campus, 11000 N. La Cañada Drive.Construction on this notable Capital Improvement Project began…

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February 6, 2026

CONTACT: Crystal Franke Destination Marketing Manager Desk: 520-229-4846 Cell: 412-915-2303 cfranke@orovalleyaz.gov www.ExploreOroValley.com MARANA & ORO VALLEY, Ariz. (Feb. 5, 2026) – Cycling has become a powerful economic driver across Northern Pima County, from long rides on The Chuck Huckelberry Loop to nationally recognized road events that attract visitors from around the world. This week, the Towns of Marana and Oro Valley formalized their long-standing collaboration through an intergovernmental agreement establishing a regional partnership to plan and produce cycling initiatives that…

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February 2, 2026

CONTACT: Misti Nowak Communications Administrator desk: 520-229-4712 cell: 520-808-4262 mnowak@orovalleyaz.gov ORO VALLEY, Ariz. (Feb. 2, 2026) – The Town of Oro Valley has enlisted the help of Roadway Asset Services (RAS) to inventory the condition of all roads maintained by the Town. The project kicks off this week and will conclude late next week. During that time, Oro Valley residents may see an RAS van driving through the area during daylight hours. These vans (pictured) have a rooftop digital camera…

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November 21, 2025

CONTACT: Jeffery Hidalgo Public Information Officer desk: 520-229-4772 cell: 520-549-9953 jhidalgo@orovalleyaz.gov ORO VALLEY, Ariz. (Nov. 21, 2025) – Oro Valley’s 24th annual State of the Town Address, given by Mayor Joe Winfield, is now available online. This was Winfield’s seventh address, and he reflected on the Town’s successful initiatives, projects, and partnerships over the past year, while sharing his vision and optimism for the future. Approximately 700 people attended the event, which was hosted by the Oro Valley Chamber of…

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November 18, 2025

CONTACT: Jeffery Hidalgo Public Information Officer desk: 520-229-4772 cell: 520-549-9953 jhidalgo@orovalleyaz.gov ORO VALLEY, Ariz. (Nov. 17, 2025) – The Town of Oro Valley is hosting a free document shredding event for Oro Valley residents on Saturday, Nov 22,, at the Oro Valley Marketplace (11785 N. Oracle Road, in the parking lot south of Fork & Fire—see map below). The event will be held from 8 a.m. to noon, or until trucks are full. All documents will be shredded onsite. Fight fraud….

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November 13, 2025

CONTACT: Jeffery Hidalgo Public Information Officer desk: 520-229-4772 cell: 520-549-9953 jhidalgo@orovalleyaz.gov Learn more at RTANext.com ORO VALLEY, Ariz. (Nov. 13, 2025) – On March 10, 2026, voters in Oro Valley and across Pima County will be asked to consider RTA Next, a public-driven plan for improving our region’s transportation network. Voters will also be asked to consider a funding method, which would be a continuance of the previously approved half-cent sales tax. The RTA Next Plan will appear on ballots as…

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November 12, 2025

CONTACT: Jeffery Hidalgo Public Information Officer desk: 520-229-4772 cell: 520-549-9953 jhidalgo@orovalleyaz.gov ORO VALLEY, Ariz. (Nov. 12, 2025) – Construction of the Naranja Drive Multi-Use Path begins Monday, Nov. 17, along the north side of Naranja Drive between La Cañada Drive and First Avenue. The long-awaited project, led by the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) and constructed by Granite Construction, is expected to continue through summer 2026. The 1.75-mile, 10-foot-wide paved path will enhance safety for pedestrians and cyclists while connecting neighborhoods…

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November 3, 2025

CONTACT: Jeffery Hidalgo Public Information Officer desk: 520-229-4772 cell: 520-549-9953 jhidalgo@orovalleyaz.gov ORO VALLEY, Ariz. (Nov. 3, 2025) – Any qualified Oro Valley resident interested in running for Town Council in 2026 may now make an appointment with the Town Clerk to pick up a Candidate Handbook in the Town Clerk’s Office at Town Hall, 11000 N. La Cañada Drive. To make an appointment with the Town Clerk, please email Mike Standish at mstandish@orovalleyaz.gov or call 520-229-4700. Three Council seats and…

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November 1, 2025

Hey there, neighbors! We’re thrilled to announce that ILoveOV.com has a brand-new look as of November 1st! After listening to your feedback and observing how you use our site, we’ve reimagined our design to make it even easier for you to discover everything wonderful about Oro Valley. What’s Changing? While our mission remains the same—connecting you with local businesses, events, and community news—we’ve enhanced how we present this information. Stories That Matter, Front and Center The most exciting change? Community stories…

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October 30, 2025

Local entrepreneur brings innovative digital art to the community, celebrating our iconic Pusch Ridge views Oro Valley has a new creative voice, using cutting-edge technology to celebrate what makes our desert community so visually spectacular. Sonoran Art, LLC, a new digital art studio, has opened here in town, specializing in AI-generated artwork that captures the daily drama of our beloved Pusch Ridge and the surrounding Sonoran Desert landscape. From Content Creation to Art Creation The story behind Sonoran Art begins…

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October 29, 2025

CONTACT: Jeffery Hidalgo Public Information Officer desk: 520-229-4772 cell: 520-549-9953 jhidalgo@orovalleyaz.gov ORO VALLEY, Ariz. (Oct. 29, 2025) – The Town of Oro Valley has been named a Triple Crown winner for fiscal year 2024 by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA). The Triple Crown designation recognizes governments that have received GFOA’s Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting, Popular Annual Financial Reporting Award, and the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award in a single fiscal year. This is Oro Valley’s 13th…

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