The city of Scottsdale is set to host its Arbor Day Celebration, marking the conclusion of Earth Week events. The event will take place at 8 a.m. on April 29 at the Bell Road Sports Complex. Mayor Ortega will read the Arbor Day proclamation and participate in a tree planting ceremony. Guest speakers from the Scottsdale Garden Club and Scottsdale Environmental Advisory Commission are expected to attend. Notably, Scottsdale has been recognized as a Tree City USA community for 40 years, more than any other Arizona community.
Scottsdale City Council has approved the 2022 Transportation Action Plan (TAP 2022) during its meeting on April 26. The plan emphasizes adaptable transportation planning, the integration of new technology, and investment in current infrastructure. TAP 2022 comprises five key components: Streets, Transit, Bikeways, Pedestrian use, and Trails.