The Water Infrastructure Financing Authority of Arizona has approved on Mar. 20 a $10,436,918 low-cost loan, including $1 million in principal forgiveness, to fund major drainage upgrades at WestWorld of Scottsdale. The project is a key priority for Mayor Lisa Borowsky’s administration and aims to improve stormwater management and site resilience at the event facility.
This funding will support new infrastructure from the intersection of 94th Street and Bahia Drive to the Reata Wash channel. City officials say these improvements are expected to enhance safety, operations, and economic performance at WestWorld.
Mayor Borowsky said, “I appreciate the input from all of our WestWorld stakeholders, and the efforts of our city management team collectively pushing these much-needed planned improvements forward. WestWorld is one of Scottsdale’s most important assets — a year‑round driver of tourism, economic activity, and international visibility.”
City Treasurer Sonia Andrews explained that the WIFA funding comes as a low-cost loan with $1 million in forgivable principal. This means Scottsdale will only need to repay $9,436,918 out of the total amount borrowed. The city plans to finalize loan terms with WIFA soon and expects to present formal acceptance documents to the Scottsdale City Council for consideration in April or May.
Borowsky has supported community service initiatives for children, older adults, and underprivileged youth through board roles, according to the official website. The mayor’s office has also emphasized resident engagement through updates and reports as reported by the official website. Borowsky currently serves as mayor of Scottsdale according to the official website. She previously served on the Scottsdale City Council from 2008 to 2012 where she advocated for fiscal conservatism and budget improvements according to the official website. Borowsky is also a lifelong resident of Scottsdale according to the official website.
“WestWorld is central to Scottsdale’s identity and its economy,” Borowsky said. “This project ensures it remains strong, resilient and competitive for decades to come.”
