June 2025 Email Newsletter
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Greetings from the Board – June 2025
Greetings from the Board
Your Vistoso Community Association is on track to check off a few more “bucket list” projects this year. We’ve been trying to repair the 27 mile wash for over 3 years and the project is finally under way. (The project is just off of North Big Wash Overlook Place and the trailhead is closed during construction). We also started the irrigation repair work on Innovation Parkway and Desert Fairways. A good start to the summer construction season.
Congrats to The Town! I stopped by the Saturday Farmers Market at Steam pump ranch on June 14th and the new shade structure and misters were GREAT.
Matt Wood
Snapshot – June 2025
Barbara Daoust
General Manager
First Service Residential
The Board of Directors meeting scheduled for May 29, 2025 was cancelled because a quorum could not be reached. The next board meeting is on June 27, 2025.
Did You Know – June 2025
Interesting facts about Arizona:
Arizona has the world’s largest Kokopelli
One of the most interesting facts about Arizona is that it has the largest Kokopelli in the world. Kokopelli is a Native American god who was revered by multiple tribes in the North American southwest. In Camp Verde, you can find a 32-foot tall statue depicting Kokopelli. The statue used to be in front of a Native American trading post. While the trading post has been closed for years, the sculpture remains.
There are 13 rattlesnake species
Rattlesnakes are a scary species found virtually everywhere in the US. Not all rattlesnakes are the same, though. There are 36 rattlesnake species currently known to scientists. Of those 36, 13 of them can be found somewhere in Arizona. You’ll most often find the Mojave, black-tailed, and Western diamond-back varieties in the Arizona desert.
Scorpions are common
When you’re in Arizona, you’ll have to be careful of running into scorpions. To many people, these creatures are only common occurrences in stories or movies, but they’re a real part of the Arizona fauna. In fact, more than 30 species of scorpions can be found in the state. There are many types of scorpions in the world that differ in size, color, and danger. The most common ones in Arizona are the bark scorpion, the stripetail, and the giant hairy scorpion.
Arizona is number 1 in veggies
Yuma, Arizona is the country’s highest producer of winter vegetables, especially lettuce. Yuma farms cultivate over 90% of the leafy greens consumed in the US and Canada between November and April.
Critter of the Month for June 2025
Red-Tailed Hawk!
A hawk with an attitude!
Red-tailed hawks are a common sight in Arizona, thriving in diverse habitats ranging from deserts and woodlands to urban areas. They are easily identified by their distinctive “kee-eeeee-arr” call and their broad wings, which they use for soaring and hunting. These hawks are opportunistic hunters, preying on rodents, rabbits, snakes, and other small animals.
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 askvca@ranchovistosohoa.com 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.
Irrigation Repairs – E Innovation Park Dr. and W Desert Fairway/La Canada Dr
Northwest Landscape/Yellowstone was selected to complete irrigation repairs on E Innovation Park Dr. and W Desert Fairway/La Canada Dr. Please see below for further details.
Start Date: June 29, 2025
End Date: Mid-August (approximately)
The start date may change due to weather conditions. We appreciate your understanding.
27 Mile Trail Maintenance Project – Starting June 2
Trail maintenance along the 27 Mile pathway (near Big Wash Overlook Place) will begin on Monday, June 2, 2025.
This project involves erosion repairs and trail surface restoration to improve safety and durability.
For safety reasons, the trail will be closed to all use during the maintenance period, which is expected to last approximately 4 to 6 weeks. We appreciate your patience and cooperation while this essential work is completed. Please avoid the area until the project is finished and the trail is reopened
Start Date: June 2, 2025
End Date: 4 – 6 weeks
Painting Project – Starting June 9
The Vistoso Community Association will be conducting a painting project beginning June 9, 2025. The project will include repainting perimeter walls in several neighborhoods, as well as the restrooms and ramadas at Hohokam and Wildlife Ridge Parks.
Where You’ll See Activity:
- Hohokam Park (Starting June 9 – Pending weather)
- Wildlife Ridge Park (Starting June 16 – Pending weather)
- Community walls in the following neighborhoods: (Starting June 23 – Pending weather)
- Sonoran Vistas
- Las Colinas
- The Overlook
- Mesquite Crest
- Reflections
Important Notes:
- Crews may temporarily restrict access to restrooms and ramadas.
- Please avoid touching freshly painted surfaces.
- “Wet Paint” signs and A-frame boards will be placed in high-traffic zones.
- The project is expected to be completed by mid-August.
We appreciate your cooperation as we complete this important community maintenance.
Oro Valley 4th of July Celebration
July 4th is Just Around the Corner
| Celebrate July 4th with Oro Valley! Celebrate the 4th of July with fireworks in the Town of Oro Valley! Come on out to James D. Kriegh Park from 5 to 9:20 p.m. to join the fun! Attendees will enjoy live music, food trucks, a beer garden, jumping castles, kids crafts, lawn games and much more! EVENT SCHEDULE: Noon to 5:00 p.m. Enjoy reduced admission to the Oro Valley Aquatic Center ($1 for children, $3 for adults). The splash pad, waterslide and diving boards will be open. The Aquatic Center will close at 5 p.m. for the event. 5:00 PM: Event Opens, let the fun begin! 6:15 – 7:15 PM: Live music by Lucky Devils Band (a popular cover band playing all your favorites) 7:15 – 7:45 PM: Intermission 7:45 – 8:45 PM: Live music by Lucky Devils Band 9:00 – 9:20 PM: Fireworks show Click HERE for more information. |
TOV survey to broaden Town’s tax base
ORO VALLEY, Ariz. (June 16, 2025) – The Town of Oro Valley is launching a community engagement effort to gather public input on new proposals to introduce a broader tax base and adjust select fees.
The proposed changes are designed to help the Town continue delivering high-quality services and maintaining essential infrastructure. Residents are encouraged to learn more about the proposals and participate in three upcoming Zoom meetings in July.
Click HERE for more information.
What’s being proposed:
The proposals to increase revenue are in these public service areas:
- Parks and Recreation – Potential updates to fees for classes, facility rentals and programs.
- Stormwater Utility – Potential update to fee to maintain and improve local infrastructure.
- General Fund Revenue – Potential of three new general taxes similar to surrounding communities; a Commercial Use Tax, a Telecommunications Tax and a Commercial Rental Lease Tax; all of which are already being levied by neighboring communities such as Marana, Tucson and Sahuarita.
How to participate:
Residents are invited to attend a series of Zoom meetings from 6–7:30 p.m. on the following dates:
- July 9: Parks and Recreation fee increases
- July 10: Town Finance new taxes
- July 15: Stormwater Utility fee increase
13th Annual Salsa, Tequila, & Taco Challenge – 8/31
The 13th Annual Salsa, Tequila, & Taco Challenge, presented by SAACA & El Conquistador, is set to elevate cocktail craft and culinary creativity once again. This highly anticipated event brings together Southern Arizona’s top mixologists and chefs, all competing for the coveted Best Salsa, Best Tequila Cocktail, and Best Taco awards.
Attendees will embark on a flavor-filled journey, indulging in creative food and cocktail samples from up to 30 competing restaurants and purveyors. Expect an array of innovative dishes— from salsa infused with chicharrones to dulce de leche dessert tacos and even watermelon Sour Patch Kids margaritas.
More than just a competition, this vibrant summer festival is a celebration of culture, community, and culinary artistry, featuring:
- Live music and entertainment
- Live artist painting and interactive experiences
- Lucha libre wrestling
- Exclusive cocktail tastings and chef meet-and-greets
Click HERE for more information.
| event times VIP Hour 5PM-6PM General Admission 6PM-8:30PM | location El Conquistador Tucson – A Hilton Resort 10000 N Oracle Rd, Tucson, AZ 85704 | admission General Admission $100 VIP $135 |
OV 5 Year Leisure Travel Plan Survey & Raffle
The Town of Oro Valley is developing a 5-Year Leisure Travel Plan to define strategies and initiatives to establish the Town as a unique, must-visit tourist destination. Building on the work accomplished in the Employment, Business, and Tourism section of OV’s Path Forward (the Town’s General Plan), the following survey was organized to strategically address three core focus areas:
• Quality of Life
• Shopping, Dining, and Entertainment Experiences
• Outdoor Recreation and Parks
Upon completion of this survey, you will be entered into a raffle for a chance to win a $100 Gift Card to a locally owned business of your choice. When prompted, please provide your email address at the end of the survey to be eligible for the prize drawing.
The estimated time to complete the survey is 10 minutes. All responses are confidential and contact information collected will not be kept for any future use. Thank you in advance for your feedback.
Click HERE for more information and take the survey.
OV Police CrimeFighter Newsletter – June
The Oro Valley Police Department publishes a monthly newsletter.
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