In this episode of our 50th Anniversary podcast series, OV’s first police chief Fred Roof talks to us about the challenges of policing a fledgling community.
To see the images referenced in this podcast, visit: https://www.orovalleyaz.gov/Community/OV-50/50th-Features-Archive/Oro-Valleys-First-Police-Chief-Fred-Roof?transfer=d803719b-03fd-4ceb-b66a-235177da5f2e

March is full of fun festivities, including our Easter Eggstravaganza, Bike Swap Sell event, and more, so be sure to tune into this episode of 'What's Happening in Parks and Recreation to be in the know and plan fun for you and your family. 

This week Digital Content Specialist Nick Going visits Steam Pump Ranch to attend the Senior Single Mingle. Will he find love, or meet some interesting residents? Tune in to find out.

If you're interested in attending the Senior Single Mingle, register here: https://secure.rec1.com/AZ/oro-valley-az/catalog

Dive into the ancient history of the area we live in.  Learn about the Hohokam tribe and the traces of their civilization scattered throughout the town.

To view images referenced in the episode, visit: https://www.orovalleyaz.gov/Community/OV-50/50th-Features-Archive/Way-Way-Back-Signs-of-the-Hohokam-Right-here-in-Oro-Valley?transfer=8be4c7cc-8621-4a4c-98fa-36a4f5baeeec

Join Parks and Recreation Staff Member Lois Feldman and Digital Content Specialist Nick Going as they usher in the New Year with new and exciting Parks and Recreation Programming! 

This month we speak with  Innovation & Technology Director Scott Zufelt about how he became interested in Information and Technology and how we can stay Cyber Safe during the holiday season, a time with increased cyber attacks. 

The Holidays are here and we're celebrating with plenty of fun events for the whole family. Learn about SnOV (Pronounced, Snow-V) our diverse yoga offerings, winter camps for kids, and more in this episode of What's Happening in Parks and Recreation.

This month in Parks and Recreation we're offering some exciting yoga options, trivia nights, and opportunities to boogie down with live music. We'll see you there! 

It's October, the ghouls and goblins are out and we're here to tell you where the spookiest Halloween (Or HallOVeen in our case!) events are! 

In this episode of This is Oro Valley, Digital Content Specialist Nick Going talks books and building a community space with Crispin Jeffrey-Franco, Co-owner of the newly opened bookstore Stacks Book Club and Nick's coworker, Alison from legal! 

In this new monthly podcast, Nick Going, Digital Content Specialist, sits down with Lois Feldman, Parks and Recreation Office Specialist, to discuss the exciting events we have upcoming in Parks and Recreation! 

By repairing the barbeque and bunkhouse, the Town continues to uphold its promise to preserve the rich history of Steam Pump Ranch. The bunkhouse, which formerly housed staff who worked on the ranch, will now serve as a multi-use space for events and activities. Public restrooms were also installed. The barbecue was originally open to the east and was a primary gathering space before being enclosed and used as a home for one of the former caretakers of the property. Today we talk to Jon Schumacher, Recreation Facility Manager and Matt Jankowski, Interim Director of Parks and Recreation about the newest improvements to Steam Pump Ranch.

In this episode of This is Oro Valley, Digital Content Specialist Nick Going discusses his favorite topic... food! Nick meets with restaurant owners and managers across Oro Valley to discuss food and what it's like to own a restaurant in Oro Valley.

In this Episode of This is Oro Valley we talk with Marc Colbert Executive Director of Tucson Bicycle Classic and Andrew Fairbanks, Tourism Strategies Coordinator, about the Tucson Bicycle Classic race. 

On this episode we speak to Dylan Hiatt, Assistant Recreation Manager, about the town of Oro Valley and Town of Marana co-produced event, Move Across 2 Ranges! 

In season 2 of This is Oro Valley, we have a new host! Digital Content Specialist Nick Going sits down with Page Morrison and Jon Schumacher, our Oro Valley staff members that over see the Adopt a Road and Adopt a Trail programs. We also speak with long term volunteer Mark Daily about what it's like to adopt a road and the benefits he sees from his volunteer work. 

This month Town Manager Mary Jacobs speaks with Luke Safford, Director of Engagement with the Tucson Audubon Society about birding in the OV. Listen on if you've ever been curious about what birding is, how to get started, and where the best birding action is in our town.

In this episode, Town Manager Mary Jacobs speaks with Chief of Police Kara Riley about the training OVPD undergoes to prepare for tragedies like the Uvalde Texas shooting and discusses why OVPD has strengthened its focus on mental health awareness.

This month Town Manager Mary Jacobs talks to Jessica Hynd, Constituent Services Coordinator and two high school student members of the Oro Valley Youth Advisory Council about ensuring our youth have their voice heard in local government.

Find out why Judge Hazel uses the word “customers” instead of “defendants” in this episode of This is Oro Valley discussing all things Oro Valley Town Court!

Hello and welcome to This is Oro Valley, a Podcast where we explore the people and programs that make Oro Valley the vibrant community it is! – I’m town manager Mary Jacobs and today we’re speaking with Kristy Diaz-Trahan our Parks and Recreation Director and no stranger to the show, but also Don McGann, with McGann & Associates about our Naranja Park Project! 

This month Town Manager Mary Jacobs talks to Recreation Facility Manager Nick Scala and Pickleball Coach and player Sherry Circle about the fastest growing sport in the United States!