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Residents press for resources, training and court improvements to keep Oro Valley safe
Summary
Community members sought reassurances about police staffing, court security and school safety. Judge Hazel described a $3.2 million phased court expansion to improve lobby, attorney space and a secure prisoner-holding area; OVPD said traffic contacts rose in 2024 and that training and technology are priorities.
Residents used the Feb. 13 working-group session to press town staff and police about funding, staffing and training needed to preserve Oro Valley's low-crime reputation.
Several participants emphasized public-safety resources as essential to the town's economy and quality of life. "Public safety is a huge issue for attracting people to our town," said Bill Roe, who asked whether budgets match current needs.
Judge Hazel, who…
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