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Increase access to fresh and healthy food options.
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 Q.1. Increase opportunities for small-scale animal farming, home or community gardens to produce and distribute local and healthy food options to the community.
The following actions will be implemented on an ongoing basis:
Departments
140
Support opportunities for farmers markets throughout the community and at Steam Pump Ranch.
Parks and Recreation Community and Economic Development (CED)
The following actions are anticipated for completion in 1-2 years:
Departments
141
Identify and address barriers for small-scale animal farming by updating the zoning code.
CED
142
Review and update town codes to ensure farmers markets and community gardens are permitted in HOA common areas, commercial centers, schools, churches or other areas as appropriate.
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).
Increase access to fresh and healthy food options.
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 Q.1. Increase opportunities for small-scale animal farming, home or community gardens to produce and distribute local and healthy food options to the community.
The following actions will be implemented on an ongoing basis:
Departments
140
Support opportunities for farmers markets throughout the community and at Steam Pump Ranch.
Parks and Recreation Community and Economic Development (CED)
The following actions are anticipated for completion in 1-2 years:
Departments
141
Identify and address barriers for small-scale animal farming by updating the zoning code.
CED
142
Review and update town codes to ensure farmers markets and community gardens are permitted in HOA common areas, commercial centers, schools, churches or other areas as appropriate.
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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