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REGULAR SESSION AT OR AFTER 6:00 PM
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CALL TO ORDER
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Mayor Winfield called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m |
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ROLL CALL
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Present:
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Joseph C. Winfield, Mayor
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Melanie Barrett, Vice-Mayor
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Tim Bohen, Councilmember
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Harry Greene, Councilmember
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Joyce Jones-Ivey, Councilmember (attended via phone)
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Steve Solomon, Councilmember
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Josh Nicolson, Councilmember
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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Mayor Winfield led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. |
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UPCOMING MEETING ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Town Clerk Mike Standish announced the upcoming Town meetings. |
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COUNCIL REPORTS
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Councilmember Greene reported that the Stormwater Utility Commission's rainfall report for 2021 indicated that it was one of the wettest years recorded in the last 30 years, with nearly 15 inches of rain recorded for Oro Valley. Councilmember Greene also reported that all showings of the Oro Valley Theater Company's presentation of Steel Magnolias were sold out and that the next upcoming show would be Same Time Next Year by Bernard Slade, held on February 20, 22, and 23, 2022.
Vice Mayor Barrett reported that as a result of a recent incident at an Oro Valley school, she was inclined to make the following statement: "racism, hatred and discrimination are not acceptable in our community, they are not welcome in our community and that we love and respect all members of our community". Vice Mayor Barrett also encouraged citizens to speak with their families about racism.
Councilmember Bohen reported that he had attended the grand opening of Brooklyn Bedding and shared what he learned about that business and the neighboring business during his visit. Councilmember Bohen also reported that he was impressed by the caliber of the resumes received for the Water Utility Commission vacancies.
Councilmember Jones-Ivey reported the following events were held to assist with fundraising and awareness for Project Graduation:
- Project Graduation fundraising event held at the Overlook restaurant on February 4
- The first annual Guns and Hoses Kickball Project Graduation fundraising event held March 4
- A Project Graduation booth at the Sahba Home Show held on April 7 through April 10
- 2022 Project Graduation Wonderland event held May 13 through May 21
- Project Graduation Amazon wish list
Mayor Winfield reported that he had attended a Pima Association of Government Regional Transportation Authority meeting where the members voted unanimously to keep "one vote one jurisdiction" in place. This helped to preserve the regional approach to transportation for all communities. |
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TOWN MANAGER'S REPORT
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Town Manager Mary Jacobs thanked the community for their patience while repairs were done to the water main break on La Cañada Drive and commended staff and the contractor for their assistance and quick response during this time. |
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ORDER OF BUSINESS
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Mayor Winfield reviewed the order of business and stated that the order would stand as posted.
Mayor Winfield provided the guidelines for participation in the Town Council's Regular Session meeting. |
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INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
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There were no informational items. |
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CALL TO AUDIENCE
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Oro Valley resident Shirl Lamonna spoke regarding the Oro Valley Marketplace. |
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PRESENTATIONS
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Recognition of outgoing Board, Commission and Committee Members
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Mayor Winfield recognized the following Board and Commission members for their service:
Mary Murphy - Board of Adjustment
David Newell - Budget and Finance Commission
Stephen Hannestad - Historic Preservation Commission
Gail Munden - Historic Preservation Commission
Von Golden - Historic Preservation Commission
Stephanie Krueger - Historic Preservation Commission
Michael Wilson - Historic Preservation Commission
Gary Temple - Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Philip Saletta - Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Joan Brown - Storm Water Utility Commission
Jack Stinnett - Storm Water Utility Commission
Rick Reynolds - Water Utility Commission
Joseph Pickens - Oro Valley Representative to the Tucson-Pima County Bicycle Advisory Committee
Georgia Pennington - Oro Valley Representative to the Pima Association of Governments Environmental Planning Advisory Committee |
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Councilmember Nicolson joined the meeting via phone at 6:20 p.m. |
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Presentation and update by Felipe Garcia, President/CEO of Visit Tucson
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President and CEO of Visit Tucson Felipe Garcia presented item #2 and included the following:
- 2021 Highlights
- Convention Sales and Sports
- New Website
- Social Media - Instagram Funnel
- Social Media
- PR & Media
- 2022 Projections
- Convention Sales & Sports
- Public Relations & Communications
- Tourism - Canada Reverse Mission
- Economic Development & Tourism
- Supporting our Businesses
- New Strategic Plan
Discussion ensued amongst Council, staff and Mr. Garcia regarding presentation item #2. |
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Presentation and update by Dave Perry, President/CEO of the Greater Oro Valley Chamber of Commerce
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President and CEO of the Greater Oro Valley Chamber of Commerce Dave Perry presented item #3.
Discussion ensued amongst Council, staff and Mr. Perry regarding presentation item #3. |
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CONSENT AGENDA
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Councilmember Bohen requested that item (B) be pulled from the Consent Agenda for discussion. |
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Minutes - January 19, 2022
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