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Provide sustainable and innovative public services and utilities that serve the current and future needs of the community.
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 P.1. Accommodate community services and utilities that meet the larger community needs and goals.
Policy P.2. Consider the aesthetics and visual impacts of utilities and infrastructure during the planning, design, or upgrade process, to the greatest extent possible.
The following actions will be implemented on an ongoing basis:
Departments
137
Maintain criteria for agencies and providers to locate, improve, or maintain utilities, infrastructure, or other public facilities, to minimize impacts to:
Mountain views.
Safety.
Current infrastructure.
Residential areas, schools, parks, or areas where people congregate.
Environmentally sensitive lands and open spaces.
Fire and hazard risks.
CED
138
Continue to require new or expanded communication facilities to be camouflaged and blend with the surrounding area.
CED
Policy P.3. Identify and facilitate the replacement and timely upgrade of aging infrastructure as needed.
The following actions will be implemented on an ongoing basis:
Department Lead
Key Collaborator
139
Coordinate infrastructure expansion and future utility services with land use needs.
Public Works
CED
Anticipated Timeframes for Completion:
Ongoing. Actions that are continually maintained.
Annual. Actions that are implemented every year.
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.
Please read the information below then provide your comments at the bottom of this page by October 31, 2025.
If you are viewing this website on a mobile device, please use full-screen mode (landscape).
Provide sustainable and innovative public services and utilities that serve the current and future needs of the community.
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 P.1. Accommodate community services and utilities that meet the larger community needs and goals.
Policy P.2. Consider the aesthetics and visual impacts of utilities and infrastructure during the planning, design, or upgrade process, to the greatest extent possible.
The following actions will be implemented on an ongoing basis:
Departments
137
Maintain criteria for agencies and providers to locate, improve, or maintain utilities, infrastructure, or other public facilities, to minimize impacts to:
Mountain views.
Safety.
Current infrastructure.
Residential areas, schools, parks, or areas where people congregate.
Environmentally sensitive lands and open spaces.
Fire and hazard risks.
CED
138
Continue to require new or expanded communication facilities to be camouflaged and blend with the surrounding area.
CED
Policy P.3. Identify and facilitate the replacement and timely upgrade of aging infrastructure as needed.
The following actions will be implemented on an ongoing basis:
Department Lead
Key Collaborator
139
Coordinate infrastructure expansion and future utility services with land use needs.
Public Works
CED
Anticipated Timeframes for Completion:
Ongoing. Actions that are continually maintained.
Annual. Actions that are implemented every year.
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.
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