News

October 13, 2015
Sahuarita Farms Plan Unanimously Approved by Council

Provides a 40-50 year framework for development of FICO farmland

The Sahuarita Town Council unanimously approved the Sahuarita Farms Specific Plan and Development Agreement. The approval comes more than 4-years after FICO initially submitted the plan and after dozens of public meetings, hearings and open houses. Click here for the full Sahuarita Farms media release. Click here for the media release from the Town of Sahuarita.

September 11, 2015
Council consideration of the Sahuarita Farms plan rescheduled for October 12

The Sahuarita Town Council’s consideration of the Sahuarita Farms Land and River plan is rescheduled to Monday, October 12 at 6:30 PM.  The meeting will take place at the Council Chambers at the Town Hall, 375 West Sahuarita Way.  For further information, please contact us.

August 21, 2015
Sahuarita Sun: FICO request pulled from Monday’s Town Council agenda

Discussion and action on the proposed development agreement between the Town of Sahuarita and Farmers Investment Co. was deferred to hash out final details.

To read the story in the Sahuarita Sun, click here.

August 12, 2015
Green Valley News: Town manager – FICO plan OK, but tie up loose ends

Sahuarita Town Manager Kelly Udall said he is enthusiastic about the Sahuarita Farms project, but wants to see a few unresolved issues taken care of before the council approves FICO’s Specific Plan Application.

To read the story in the Green Valley News, click here

April 26, 2015
In My View: Waldens have supported us, time to return the favor

Guest opinion from former Sahuarita Schools Superintendent, Dr. Jay St. John discussing the Waldens’ support of the creation of Walden Grove High School through land donation and other efforts.

To read the story in the Green Valley News, click here.

April 24, 2015
Sahuarita Farms Land and River Master Plan before Town Council again

The Sahuarita Mayor and Council will once again have a public hearing on FICO comprehensive land and river plan for the long term future uses of its farmland. For more information, here is a recent article that appeared in the Sahuarita Sun. The meeting starts at 6:30 PM at the Sahuarita Town Hall and members of the public will have the opportunity to provide input. If

February 26, 2015
Sahuarita Mayor and Council Study Sahuarita Farms Land Plan

At its February 23 meeting, the Town of Sahuarita heard more about the from the Sahuarita Farms Land and River Master Plan. FICO submitted this plan almost 4 years ago. The Green Valley News wrote an article about some of the questions and answers raised at the council meeting. Click here to view and download the Sahuarita Farms presentation.

February 22, 2015
Sahuarita Farms Land and River Master Plan before Sahuarita Town Council on Monday 2/23

The Sahuarita Town Council will consider the Sahuarita Farms Land and River Master Plan in a study session on Monday February 23. The meeting starts at 6:30 PM. Go to the Town’s website for more information.

To read the story in the Green Valley News, click here.

February 4, 2015
FICO Land Plan Clears Key Hurdle, Town Council Up Next

On Monday February 2, the Town of Sahuarita’s Planning and Zoning Commission voted to endorse and send on to the Town Council the Sahuarita Farms Land and River Master Plan. Click here to learn more. Click here to read the story in the Green Valley News and here for the Arizona Daily Star story.

January 29, 2015
Sahuarita P&Z Commission to Consider Sahuarita Farms Plan

At its meeting on Monday, February 2 at 6:30 PM, the Town of Sahuarita Planning and Zoning Commission will consider the Sahuarita Farms Land Plan.

This is the 4th time the Sahuarita Farms team has appeared before the Commission. In its report to the Commission, Town staff has recommended approval of the plan.

What: Town of Sahuarita Planning and Zoning Commission Study Session – Consideration of the Sahuarita Farms land plan
When: Monday, February 2 – 6:30 PM
Where: Sahuarita Town Hall Council Chambers
375 West Sahuarita Center Way, Sahuarita, Arizona