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Oro Valley residents debate performing arts center as central gathering area
Summary
Town planners and a resident working group discussed characteristics and locations for a central gathering area, with repeated focus on the Oro Valley Marketplace and debate over a proposed performing arts center versus lower-cost arts-in-the-park options.
Town of Oro Valley planners briefed a resident working group March 31 on qualities residents want for a "central gathering area," highlighting shop-and-dine options, accessible outdoor amenities and arts programming. The conversation repeatedly returned to the Oro Valley Marketplace as the most feasible site and to a contested idea for a performing arts center.
The meeting’s central question was whether Oro Valley should plan for a formal performing arts venue or pursue smaller, lower-cost options such as outdoor concerts, community stages and multi-use community centers. Malini Sims, principal planner, opened the discussion by noting…
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