Greetings from the Board – May 2023

“The Vistoso Community Association (VCA) Board of Directors’ primary objectives in 2023 are to make cost-effective investments in our aging infrastructure, address safety concerns in the common areas, aggressively manage our budget and expenses, improve our processes, and continue to educate our members on the value the VCA delivers to residents and businesses.”  The following VCA Board of Directors’ activities are aligned with these objectives.  

Rancho Vistoso Boulevard Lighting Pilot

The project to assess the modernization of Rancho Vistoso Boulevard street lighting has installed 12 over-head LED lighting fixtures as a pilot project to examine the cost effectiveness of lighting improvements.  The study site is on both sides of the boulevard, just north of Tangerine Avenue.  The current lights are failing and replacement parts are no longer available. We welcome member reaction to the effectiveness of these 12 lights.

Updated VCA Maps

The Board of Directors approved five updated VCA maps proposed by the Governing Documents Committee.  The maps include the VCA owned parcels; residential development parcels; non-residential development parcels; undeveloped parcels; and a recreation areas and trails map.  These maps are available for member viewing at the VCA offices or online. Click HERE to view the maps.

Updated Architectural and Landscaping Review Guidelines

The Board also approved an updated version of the Architectural and Landscaping Review Committee Guidelines. The key objectives of the update are alignment with current legislation, state and federal codes; meeting evolving community trends and needs; clarifying definitions; and consistency with the CC&Rs.  Most importantly, these updated “Guidelines” are intended to make it easier for members to navigate the association architectural and landscaping rules when planning changes to their property.  Click HERE to view the guidelines.

Oro Valley Police Department Agreement to Patrol VCA Properties

To help improve safety and decrease vandalism in the park common areas, the Board approved the Oro Valley Police Department’s Trespass Letter of Consent agreement for a two-year period.  The agreement enables the Oro Valley Police to patrol VCA facilities, and allows them to apprehend and arrest individual’s vandalizing VCA properties.   

Focus Groups for Member Input

The Board has conducted focus groups with single family and multi-family members to get input and help better inform Board decisions.  Results of these focus groups will be published in upcoming Newsletters.  The Board will continue to keep residents informed and involved on the progress of projects important VCA members.

Committee Volunteers

Much of the “heavy lifting” of the VCA is performed by our seven Committees.  These committees are staffed by knowledgeable and dedicated volunteers who contribute their expertise and time to supporting your Board and improving our Association. 

Consider Joining us! Click HERE to download an editable Volunteer Application form. After completing the form email it to [email protected].

Did You Know – May 2023

Snapshot – May 2023

In case you missed the April 27, 2023 Board of Directors meeting, below is a “snapshot” of the General Manager’s report to the community.  The entire report begins on page 4 in the Meeting Resident Info Packet. – Click Here to download the PDF.

RVB Street Lights
Since there has been multiple issues with the current streetlights along Rancho Vistoso Boulevard the VCA board has opted to conduct a demo project to determine what the best solution will be on lighting needs for the community. Mountain Power Electrical Contractors installed 12 LED fixtures along Rancho Vistoso Boulevard (starting at Safeway). Mountain Power is storing the old fixtures that are still in decent shape at their storage facility. The board is currently evaluating the new fixtures and will be meeting to discuss the results and future plans on this project.

VCA New Office Signage
Territorial Signs is in the process of applying to the Town of Oro Valley for the office door, marquee and building permit signs for the new location.

Capital Projects
Irrigation – Management has submitted a pre-application for this project to the TOV. Staff will be meeting with town representatives to discuss the scope of the project.
Painting – Proposals have been received for the painting project that includes the following reserve components: #510- Common area metal fence in Vistoso Heights, #710 retention basin perimeter fence in Overlook, #2014 – Siena entry walls and gates and #1320 – Metal rails along Vistoso Highlands Dr. The board will be reviewing and acting on the bids at the April 27 meeting.
Asphalt – As a result of the weather we had to reschedule the asphalt project twice because of low temperatures. We were able to complete the Hohokam Park parking area on April 6 and the rest of the project has been rescheduled for April 25 & 26.

Erosion Projects
Big View Ct. Channel – Additional erosion and bank failure west of the original failure was identified by the WLB Group, Inc surveyors. The WLB Group is in the process of addressing.
27 Mile – The tentative date for the project was May 22, 2023. This may have to be pushed back since WLB is relooking at the design for the purpose of addressing the slope grade at the entryway to the trailhead.
Bridal Veil – VCA representatives, Town of Oro Valley Staff, representatives of adjacent landowner met to discuss the best solution to resolve the drainage repair and discharge of water onto the neighboring property.

VCA Facilities
Unfortunately, the tennis court locks at Hohokam Park, restroom lock at Wildlife Ridge Park, and the pedestrian gate at Siena has been vandalized. At the April 27 meeting, the board will consider entering into agreement with OVPD to permit police officers to patrol and arrest individuals at our community facilities.

TOV Housing Survey

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