NE Valley Times

Scottsdale residents are encouraged to engage with their community by joining city boards or commissions. These members play a crucial role in assisting the Scottsdale City Council with policy decisions that affect the area. Interested individuals can apply online until April 21, with applications remaining valid for one year. The City Council will review and nominate candidates from the applicant pool in May.

Residents are also invited to provide feedback on Scottsdale Parks and Recreation programs as part of a new strategic plan development. An online survey is available, along with several community meetings for public input.

A road closure on Scottsdale Road at Camelback Road is scheduled from April 17 to April 22 between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m., due to maintenance work on the Arizona Canal bridge. Southbound traffic will be detoured, while northbound travel remains unaffected.

National Library Week (April 3-9) emphasizes the importance of libraries and librarians in communities. Residents can participate by designing bookmarks under the theme "Connect with Your Library!" Entries should be submitted by April 9 either at library branches or via social media using #ScottsdaleLibraryWeek2022.

The Civil War Roundtable event on April 19 will feature James Hessler discussing Major General Daniel Edgar Sickles' controversial role at Gettysburg. The event takes place at Scottsdale Civic Center Library, starting at 5 p.m.

Other ongoing events include Arizona Bike Week, ArtWalk, and Old Town Scottsdale Farmers Market.

The city offers various programs such as Scottsdale 360, which includes a presentation on water conservation amid Colorado River shortages by Water Policy Manager Gretchen Baumgardner on April 28. Registration is available online or via text message.

A shredding event organized by the Police Officers Association of Scottsdale will occur on April 9 at Walmart's parking lot for $5 per box.

The All Things Senior Expo and Tradeshow provides resources for those aged over 50, covering healthcare, housing, recreation, technology, transportation, and entertainment sectors. It will take place on April 14 at Scottsdale Stadium.

April marks Safe Digging Month to promote safety when excavating near utility lines that deliver essential services like natural gas and electricity.

For more information about local traffic restrictions or COVID-19 statistics tracked since January 2020 in Maricopa County, residents can access relevant resources provided by the city.