NE Valley Times

Scottsdale residents have expressed a high level of satisfaction with their community in the National Community Survey conducted over December and January. The survey indicates that 98% of respondents rate Scottsdale as an excellent place to live, while 97% find it an excellent place to visit. Safety and the local economy were highlighted as top priorities by those surveyed.

Additional notable results include a 95% satisfaction rate with overall quality of life and daytime neighborhood safety. The survey also found that 94% of participants would recommend living in Scottsdale. Other services such as utility structure, fire services, health opportunities, and public library services received high marks ranging from 90% to 93%.

In another development, the Scottsdale Memorial for the Fallen will be dedicated on March 18 at the Scottsdale Civic Center’s Memorial Lawn. This memorial honors service members from the area who lost their lives during military service.

Governor Katie Hobbs has appointed Ben Lane, Scottsdale City Clerk, to the Bipartisan Elections Task Force. Established by Executive Order in January, this task force aims to propose enhancements to Arizona's election laws by November.

Upcoming public meetings include sessions from various commissions like Human Relations Commission and Parks and Recreation Commission throughout mid-March.

Residents can engage in multiple events such as film screenings at Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West or attend lectures like Eric Wittenberg's discussion on Civil War cavalry operations at the Civil War Roundtable on March 21.

Scottsdale is hosting several programs including free catalytic converter etching events and vaccination clinics offering vaccines for COVID-19 among others. Additionally, a new inclusive playground has been opened at Thompson Peak Park designed for children with disabilities.

The city continues its tradition with ongoing events like Spring Training games featuring the San Francisco Giants through March 25 at Scottsdale Stadium.

Finally, the Kiva Craft Center was recently rededicated following its inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places. Originally established in 1956 by Lloyd Kiva New, it played a significant role in establishing Fifth Avenue as a luxury shopping destination.

For more details about these topics or other city information, residents are encouraged to visit official city websites or contact city offices directly.