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Please come back on September 22 to read and comment on the draft plan.
Support OV’s active lifestyle by providing high-quality parks and recreational opportunities for all ages and abilities.
Goal.
The desired result or the envisioned future, answering the question “What do we strive for?”
Policy.
The direction or path, answering the question “How are we achieving our goals?”
Action.
The specific and measurable steps, answering the question “What steps do we need to take to achieve our goals?”
Each action includes a timeframe for completion and assigns a responsible department within the Town of Oro Valley to lead its implementation. This information is meant to be somewhat flexible, as priorities for each action may shift based on new guidance and resources. More information about the anticipated timeframe is provided at the bottom of this page.
The following is a list of policies and actions that support the goal and long-term vision for the community.
Policy H.1. Consider all demographic groups and geographic areas when distributing funding for parks and recreation facilities.
The following actions will be implemented on an ongoing basis:
Departments
69
Engage the community when evaluating the fee structure for park and recreation facilities and programs.
Parks and Recreation
The following actions are anticipated to be completed in 3-6 years:
Departments
70
Explore opportunities to expand subsidy programs or lower park and recreation fees based on income, residency, or family size.
Parks and Recreation
71
Promote and explore opportunities to raise donations that support and maintain parks, recreation, and trails, by:
Working with residents to establish a foundation to accept monetary donations.
Expanding the current donation program to include other amenities or plants beyond trees and benches.
Parks and Recreation
Policy H.2. Periodically assess and evaluate park and recreational facilities to ensure that the park system adequately meets the needs of residents.
The following actions will be implemented on an ongoing basis:
Department Lead
Key Collaborator
72
Continuously assess and solicit educational classes and recreational programs that ensure a broad variety and meet the needs of all ages.
Parks and Recreation
73
Ensure that community use of the Oro Valley Aquatic Center is prioritized and accommodates private events by:
Providing amenities for passive and active recreation.
Varying hours for use of facilities.
Parks and Recreation
74
Ensure regular maintenance of public parks and recreational facilities, including trails, multi-use paths, the Loop, and Vistoso Trails Nature Preserve.
Parks and Recreation
The following actions are anticipated for completion in 1-2 years:
Department Lead
Key Collaborator
75
Post well-designed and accessible contact information for maintenance in highly visible areas at all park facilities and on the Town’s website.
Parks and Recreation
The following actions are anticipated for completion in 3-6 years:
Department Lead
Key Collaborator
76
Evaluate the Town-owned pools and splash pads to improve safety.
Parks and Recreation
77
Create a new Parks and Recreation Master Plan to:
Inventory all park and recreational facilities
Establish maintenance and quality standards for parks and recreational facilities
Identify program, class, and facility needs based on users, demographic groups, and geographic area
Conduct a comprehensive financial analysis to report on the expenses and revenues of recreational amenities, including golf courses, the aquatic center, the community recreation center, and all individual parks.
Distribute funding based on safety, quality, maintenance needs, and frequency of use.
Parks and Recreation
Finance, CED
The following actions are anticipated for completion in 7-10 years:
Department Lead
Key Collaborator
78
Provide shade at all parks, especially at Naranja Park:
Over play structures, including splash pads
In targeted and appropriate areas near playing surfaces, including sports fields
Parks and Recreation
79
Implement the long-term restoration plan for Vistoso Trails Nature Preserve, which may include:
Partnering with community organizations and schools, including the University of Arizona.
Setting up a process to accept tree and plant donations.
Parks and Recreation
Anticipated Timeframes for Completion:
Ongoing. Actions that are continually maintained.
Annual. Actions that are implemented on a yearly basis.
Short (1-2 years). Actions that have been started or require minimal resources.
Medium (3-6 years). Actions that require additional resources or time to complete.
Long (7-10 years). Actions that require additional guidance, time, and resources to complete.
WEBSITE UNDER CONSTRUCTION
Please come back on September 22 to read and comment on the draft plan.
Support OV’s active lifestyle by providing high-quality parks and recreational opportunities for all ages and abilities.
Goal.
The desired result or the envisioned future, answering the question “What do we strive for?”
Policy.
The direction or path, answering the question “How are we achieving our goals?”
Action.
The specific and measurable steps, answering the question “What steps do we need to take to achieve our goals?”
Each action includes a timeframe for completion and assigns a responsible department within the Town of Oro Valley to lead its implementation. This information is meant to be somewhat flexible, as priorities for each action may shift based on new guidance and resources. More information about the anticipated timeframe is provided at the bottom of this page.
The following is a list of policies and actions that support the goal and long-term vision for the community.
Policy H.1. Consider all demographic groups and geographic areas when distributing funding for parks and recreation facilities.
The following actions will be implemented on an ongoing basis:
Departments
69
Engage the community when evaluating the fee structure for park and recreation facilities and programs.
Parks and Recreation
The following actions are anticipated to be completed in 3-6 years:
Departments
70
Explore opportunities to expand subsidy programs or lower park and recreation fees based on income, residency, or family size.
Parks and Recreation
71
Promote and explore opportunities to raise donations that support and maintain parks, recreation, and trails, by:
Working with residents to establish a foundation to accept monetary donations.
Expanding the current donation program to include other amenities or plants beyond trees and benches.
Parks and Recreation
Policy H.2. Periodically assess and evaluate park and recreational facilities to ensure that the park system adequately meets the needs of residents.
The following actions will be implemented on an ongoing basis:
Department Lead
Key Collaborator
72
Continuously assess and solicit educational classes and recreational programs that ensure a broad variety and meet the needs of all ages.
Parks and Recreation
73
Ensure that community use of the Oro Valley Aquatic Center is prioritized and accommodates private events by:
Providing amenities for passive and active recreation.
Varying hours for use of facilities.
Parks and Recreation
74
Ensure regular maintenance of public parks and recreational facilities, including trails, multi-use paths, the Loop, and Vistoso Trails Nature Preserve.
Parks and Recreation
The following actions are anticipated for completion in 1-2 years:
Department Lead
Key Collaborator
75
Post well-designed and accessible contact information for maintenance in highly visible areas at all park facilities and on the Town’s website.
Parks and Recreation
The following actions are anticipated for completion in 3-6 years:
Department Lead
Key Collaborator
76
Evaluate the Town-owned pools and splash pads to improve safety.
Parks and Recreation
77
Create a new Parks and Recreation Master Plan to:
Inventory all park and recreational facilities
Establish maintenance and quality standards for parks and recreational facilities
Identify program, class, and facility needs based on users, demographic groups, and geographic area
Conduct a comprehensive financial analysis to report on the expenses and revenues of recreational amenities, including golf courses, the aquatic center, the community recreation center, and all individual parks.
Distribute funding based on safety, quality, maintenance needs, and frequency of use.
Parks and Recreation
Finance, CED
The following actions are anticipated for completion in 7-10 years:
Department Lead
Key Collaborator
78
Provide shade at all parks, especially at Naranja Park:
Over play structures, including splash pads
In targeted and appropriate areas near playing surfaces, including sports fields
Parks and Recreation
79
Implement the long-term restoration plan for Vistoso Trails Nature Preserve, which may include:
Partnering with community organizations and schools, including the University of Arizona.
Setting up a process to accept tree and plant donations.
Parks and Recreation
Anticipated Timeframes for Completion:
Ongoing. Actions that are continually maintained.
Annual. Actions that are implemented on a yearly basis.
Short (1-2 years). Actions that have been started or require minimal resources.
Medium (3-6 years). Actions that require additional resources or time to complete.
Long (7-10 years). Actions that require additional guidance, time, and resources to complete.
