Greetings from the Board – April 2025
Greetings from the Board
Thank you for voting! “The No overnight on street parking” issue energized the membership into voting in record numbers. We did meet with our vendor who monitors overnight on street parking and they will increase the number of patrols per week.
Thanks to the outgoing board members (Barbara Stough and Craig Golden) for their contributions last year and we welcome two new board members (Bob Herd is the “other than single family” board member and Mark Napier is the new single family member). Kathleen Hernandez and Matt Wood were re-elected in the single-family category.
Click HERE to view the results and download the PowerPoint presentation from the annual meeting.
Matt Wood
Snapshot – April 2025
Barbara Daoust
General Manager
First Service Residential
At the March 27, 2025 Board of Directors Annual meeting the board presented a summary of the VCA accomplishments over the last year.
Click HERE to download a PDF of the presentation.
The next Board of Directors meeting is scheduled for April 24, 2025.
Did You Know – April 2025
Interesting facts about Arizona:
Dust storms and monsoons both happen
The weather in much of Arizona is dry for most of the year. Dust storms typically form in arid regions. Yet, Arizona is also prone to an opposite climate phenomenon. Monsoons have been known to hit the state. Between June and September, the arid climate becomes more humid, making monsoons much more likely.
The unofficial state food is the chimichanga
Arizona has plenty of official state symbols, but it also has some unofficial ones. For example, what’s commonly thought of as the “state food” has yet to become officially recognized. The chimichanga, a dish invented at a Mexican restaurant in Arizona, is an integral part of American Southwestern cuisine. It is a deep-fried burrito and is served all over the state.
The country’s oldest rodeos are here
Rodeos are a long-standing symbol of the West. They originated in Mexico as a way to show off skills among the ranch hands. Over time, the practice came to the US as well. You can find rodeos all over the US, but the oldest are in AZ. The oldest continually run rodeo can be found in Prescott. It began on July 4th, 1888, and continues today.
You can’t refuse to give someone water in Arizona
Staying hydrated is important when you live somewhere where temperatures can regularly be expected to top 100 degrees. In order to keep people safe, the state passed a special law to protect people from dehydration. In Arizona, it’s illegal to deny someone water if they ask you for it. Of course, this only applies to people who have access to water.
Critter of the Month for April 2025
Javelina’s are NOT pigs !
Though some people think javelina are a type of wild pig, they are actually members of the peccary family, a group of hoofed mammals originating from South America.
Javelina are common in much of central and southern Arizona, including the outskirts of the Phoenix area, most of Tucson, and occasionally as far north as Flagstaff. Javelina form herds of two to more than 20 animals and rely on each other to defend territory, protect against predators, regulate temperature and interact socially. They use washes and areas with dense vegetation as travel corridors. Javelina are most active at night, but they may be active during the day when it is cold.
Javelina are classified as big-game animals in Arizona and are protected by state law.
They can be dangerous. Javelina occasionally bite humans, but incidents of bites are almost always associated with people providing the javelina with food. Javelina can inflict a serious wound. Dogs and coyotes are natural predators of javelina, and they can seriously hurt or kill each other.
Below are a few tips on what to do if you encounter them:
- Scare off animals by making loud noises, throwing small rocks in their direction, or spraying with water from a garden hose or large squirt gun filled with diluted ammonia (10% ammonia and 90% water).
- If the animal is confined, open a gate, have all people leave the area and allow it to leave on its own.
- If you see javelina while walking your dog (always on leash), avoid going near the javelina and quickly take your dog in a different direction.
Click HERE for more information from the Arizona Fish and Game Department.
Do you know an exceptionally cute critter in your community? Share the love and give your furry, feathered, or scaled friend the spotlight they deserve. Submit a photo of a critter whether it’s your personal pet or a wild animal you’ve observed on the trail. Please attach a photo and a brief description of your critter to [email protected] with the title ‘Critter of the Month’ for a chance to be featured in next month’s newsletter
A Friendly Reminder Regarding Wildlife
We live in the beautiful Sonoran Desert and share our neighborhoods with the wildlife that has been here long before our homes. Coyotes, bobcats, javelinas, mountain lions, rattlesnakes, gila monsters, and birds of prey can pose a danger to humans and their pets. We must be aware of our surroundings and avoid confronting these animals. Maintain your distance and do not behave in a threatening manner. If you encounter a rattlesnake, please call 911 immediately to have it removed. Also, do not feed or supply water to wild animals since they may become more brazen.
Tucson Mexican Food Festival – May 2
The Sabores de Tucson:Best Mexican Food in America Festival is a premier culinary celebration, honoring Tucson’s rich Mexican food heritage while benefiting two essential cultural organizations: The Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance (SAACA) and the Tucson International Mariachi Conference. A portion of the event proceeds will directly support the educational and cultural initiatives of both organizations.
Presented in collaboration with Tucson Foodie, this immersive festival offers attendees a chance to explore the diverse flavors of Mexico through a series of regional tasting stations, led by some of the region’s most talented chefs. Each section of the event will transport guests to a distinct region of Mexico through food, art, and music, bringing the flavors and traditions to life.
Explore the Flavors of Mexico
The festival is organized into regionally themed hubs, where guests will experience the distinct culinary traditions of each area, paired with authentic music, art, and storytelling.
Click HERE for more information.
| event times VIP Hour 5PM-6PM General Admission 6PM-8:30PM | location Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa 3800 E Sunrise Dr, Tucson, AZ 85718 | admission General Admission $115 VIP $150 |
OV April Economic Reports
Interested in what the Town of Oro Valley is doing?
The Economic Development Department distributes two reports each month.
OV Police CrimeFighter Newsletter – April
The Oro Valley Police Department publishes a monthly newsletter.
Topics in the April Newsletter include:
Click HERE to view and subscribe to the newsletters.
Golder Ranch Fire Dept Discussion on Wildfires
OV and Golder Ranch Fire Wildfire Safety Community Q&A
The Town of Oro Valley and the Golder Ranch Fire District joined forces to ensure residents are informed and prepared when it comes to wildfire safety.
On March 14th they hosted a Wildfire Safety Community Q&A event at the Oro Valley Town Hall Council Chambers. Click HERE to view the YouTube video of this important meeting.
The Golder Ranch Fire Department also released a Home Owners Guide to Fire Prevention and Insurance Considerations. Click HERE to download the PDF pamphlet.
Oro Valley Parks and Rec – April 2025
Click HERE to view the OV Parks and Rec Weekly News.
AAA Landscape – Tips and Tricks for April 2025
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