Oro Valley Mayor Race Begins

Oro Valley’s mayor race is officially heating up as ballots hit mailboxes—here’s everything you need to know before voting day. Current Vice Mayor Melanie Barrett, with eight years on the Town Council, is betting her experience wins over former Sheriff Mark Napier, who’s touting decades of public service. Both are locked in a fierce battle over Oro Valley’s future on key issues like growth, safety, and finances. Plus, voters will also elect three new Town Council members from five candidates. And here’s the twist: if either mayor candidate gets over 50% in the July 21 primary, they win outright—no general election needed. Don’t miss your chance to shape Oro Valley’s next chapter—ballots must be requested by July 10, and Election Day is July 21. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/84f3fbb75a99d5d5