Scottsdale has increased its efforts to improve streets, parking lots, and alleys across the city, with a significant focus on Old Town as part of ongoing revitalization plans. The city allocated approximately $18.5 million for paving in the fall season, dedicating $7 million specifically to Old Town.
This investment marks a notable rise from the Fall 2024 paving season, which cost about $7 million. During this period, crews resurfaced over 1.5 million square yards of streets and parking lots throughout Scottsdale, including nearly 368,000 square yards in Old Town.
“Investing in infrastructure is investing in Scottsdale’s future,” said Mayor Lisa Borowsky. “These improvements enhance safety, support local businesses and preserve the character of Old Town while meeting the needs of a business community.”
Various pavement preservation techniques were used during these projects. Fog seal was applied to protect roads that are already in good condition, while micro seal improved skid resistance and addressed surface imperfections. For busy streets with heavier wear, workers employed mill-and-overlay—a method that removes old asphalt layers before laying new pavement.
The initiative required collaboration among city staff and 16 different contractors and subcontractors. In Old Town, project phases were carefully planned to keep access open for pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers while limiting disruptions for businesses and neighborhoods.
Lisa Borowsky serves as mayor of Scottsdale and has emphasized effective governance along with community involvement throughout her career as a longtime resident. She promotes programs supporting children, older adults, and underserved youth according to the official website. Her background includes commercial litigation success and service on the City Council where she advocated for fiscal responsibility.
Borowsky’s leadership also extends to supporting community initiatives through board roles focused on vulnerable populations (source). The mayor’s office maintains resident engagement by providing regular updates (source). Borowsky served on the City Council from 2008 to 2012 promoting budget improvements (source) and has lived in Scottsdale her entire life (source).
