The city of Scottsdale has appointed Monica Boyd as the new director of its Human Resources Department following a comprehensive search. Boyd brings over two decades of experience from her tenure with the city of Phoenix, where she held senior roles in human resources management for more than ten years. Currently, she is the deputy human resources director overseeing the Organizational Support and Leave Management Programs division.
The City of Scottsdale is seeking an individual to serve on two key boards: the Municipal Property Corporation and the Scottsdale Preserve Authority. The deadline for applications has been extended to December 30, 2022.
The Scottsdale City Council has adopted a new ordinance requiring short-term and vacation rental property owners to obtain a license. This measure, which aligns with Arizona Senate Bill 1168, mandates that existing properties secure licenses by January 8, 2023. New rentals must comply before being listed for rent. The annual fee is set at $250 per property.
The Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce has awarded Scottsdale Community College (SCC) the 36th Annual Sterling Award in the Big Business category, which acknowledges Scottsdale organizations that demonstrate excellence, innovation, and community stewardship.
Most city offices in Scottsdale will close on November 24 and 25 for Thanksgiving. Trash and recycling services scheduled for Thursday, November 24, will be delayed by one day through Saturday. Libraries and pools will also be closed during this period.
The Scottsdale Fire Department is set to participate in a $4 million grant aimed at addressing occupational cancer among firefighters. This initiative has been awarded by the Arizona Board of Regents.
Scottsdale Video Network has expanded its availability beyond Cox Cable channel 11 and live streaming. Viewers can now access it through the LocalBTV app on various platforms, including Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, Android TV, mobile phones, and laptops. The network invites viewers to visit LocalBTV.com for more information.
The Scottsdale Community College (SCC) Dance Program presents Images in Motion, a dance concert performed by SCC’s two resident companies and guests, on Dec. 9 and 10, 2022.