3. How could OV help shopping centers attract and retain retail, restaurants and services the community desires?

Please consider small and local businesses too. Also note, the Town does not select tenants or set rent/land prices for private property.

• Resident Guidance: According to statistically projectable surveys, 55% think OV should be more self-sufficient with options to live, work, and play. More restaurants, stores, amenities, things to do. 24% of economic development-related suggestions were related to keeping businesses open. Fill empty storefronts, use existing spaces, support businesses, more population to traffic businesses, lack of customers and attracting small/local businesses were common phrases used. 61% want more restaurants and retail.
• Existing conditions: The need to redevelop and reuse big box stores will continue to increase. Oro Valley’s Business Recruitment, Retention and Expansion program includes one-on-one visits, local, state and federal incentives.