The Scottsdale Family Resource Center (SFRC), located at Paiute Neighborhood Center and funded through First Things First, provides various services to support families, parents, caregivers, and expectant parents at no cost.
The Scottsdale City Council has amended the official ballot language for Proposition 490, a 0.15% city sales tax rate measure, during a special public meeting at Scottsdale City Hall.
The Scottsdale City Council will convene today at 2 p.m. to address Monday's Court of Appeals ruling on Proposition 490, a proposed 0.15% city sales tax rate ballot measure.
The Scottsdale City Council is set to discuss the continuation of its bridge housing program. This initiative offers temporary accommodation for local seniors and families with minor children who meet specific criteria. On August 21, the council will review a proposal to approve a $190,000 contract with a local hotel to secure five rooms until May 2025. The funding comes from an Arizona Department of Housing grant previously accepted by the council in June 2023, ensuring no city funds are utilized.
Scottsdale’s annual Back to School Program provides essential school supplies, backpacks, clothing, and shoes to income-eligible Scottsdale-based students in kindergarten through 12th grade. In addition to school supplies, over 950 students received free books, dental screenings, activity bags, food, gift cards, and more to prepare them for the upcoming school year. The event took place on Tuesday, July 30 at the Scottsdale Stadium Fieldhouse.
On Wednesday, Aug. 21, the City Council will consider a contract to extend Scottsdale's bridge housing program, which provides temporary lodging for residents who are seniors or families with minor children meeting specific criteria.
Jane Mullin, a Chandler resident and member of the St. Juan Diego parish, said that many Catholics are confused about the meaning of the Eucharist, highlighting the need for better education within the Church.
Donna Boetger, an Anthem resident and member of the St. Rose Philippine Duchesne parish, said the Eucharist is "profoundly important" to her and is very central to her life.
Scottsdale Water Executive Director Brian Biesemeyer has been named “Person of the Year” by the Arizona Water Association and Arizona WateReuse. This award recognizes Biesemeyer's three decades of dedication and leadership in the water industry, particularly his contributions to water reuse.
Scottsdale Water Executive Director Brian Biesemeyer was awarded Person of the Year by the Arizona Water Association and Arizona WateReuse at the 2024 Arizona WateReuse Symposium. Biesemeyer, along with his directors and key employees, participated in the conference to moderate panels and discuss topics involving Advanced Water Purification.
Over the next year, the Transportation and Streets department will install approximately 75 multimodal detection systems at high-volume intersections throughout the city. The emerging technology helps traffic engineers adjust signal timing to accommodate multimodal transportation at intersections, improving overall safety and reducing delays for vehicles.
Robert Lapinski, a Scottsdale resident and member of the St. Patrick's parish, said immigration has effects on crime and the quality of public schools.
With nearly all ballots tabulated by Maricopa County in Scottsdale’s July 30 primary election, the race for Scottsdale mayor will be a runoff between Lisa Borowsky and David Ortega. Additionally, two council seats remain open to be decided at the Nov. 5 general election.
With nearly all ballots tabulated by Maricopa County in Scottsdale’s July 30 primary election, the race for Scottsdale mayor will be a runoff between Lisa Borowsky and David Ortega. Additionally, two council seats remain open to be decided at the Nov. 5 general election.
Hank Matthew, a Scottsdale resident and member of the St. Bernard of Clairvaux's parish, said 'immigration is a broad' and 'important issue,' raising concerns about its impacts on crime and security