The effort to designate a Santa Cruz Valley National Heritage Area has been widely supported throughout the Santa Cruz Valley. Letters supporting the federal designation have come from:
- Governor Janet Napolitano
- County, city and town governments
- Tribal governments
- Federal land and park managers
- State land and park managers
- Arizona Department of Tourism
- Area museums and historical societies
- Agencies and organizations promoting tourism and regional economic growth
- Groups and nonprofits involved in historic preservation, nature conservation, and environmental education:
- Ranchers, farmers, and agricultural businesses
- Small business owners
- Civic and business organizations
- Chambers of Commerce
See the most recent list of
local support for a Santa Cruz Valley Heritage Area!