Through the conservation of ranchland in eastern Pima County, the metropolitan urban boundary is better defined, vast landscapes of open space retain their integrity and the heritage and culture of the West is preserved.

To prevent unwanted urban sprawl and unregulated development, it is most important that Pima County encourage and retain viable ranches. Ranching is a significant land use that has served to protect our natural open space, and it continues to be an important traditional industry that has shaped the rural landscape.

Interior photograph showing people in the Octagon (a community building) at Construction Camp, Arcosanti

Interior photograph of the Octagon, a community building at Construction Camp, Arcosanti

Panorama view of Arcosanti site showing buildings under construction

Photograph of vaults under construction at Arcosanti

Photograph of people working on construction of vaults at Arcosanti

Panorama view of Arcosanti site showing buildings under construction

Photograph of Paolo Soleri and another person working on construction at Arcosanti

Photograph of Paolo Soleri working on construction at Arcosanti