NE Valley Times

Most city offices and facilities in Scottsdale will be closed on Wednesday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth. However, trash and recycling collection services will remain unaffected.

The city is mourning the loss of Police Detective Ryan So, who passed away on Thursday, June 13, due to injuries sustained while on duty. Detective So served Scottsdale for nine years and was a Navy veteran. He leaves behind his wife and three children. Memorial service details are yet to be announced. Several organizations are accepting donations to support his family, including the Fraternal Order of Police, Police Officers of Scottsdale Association, 100 Club, and the Scottsdale Police Foundation.

Scottsdale Airport has been awarded the Federal Aviation Administration Western-Pacific Region Outstanding Airport Award for its excellence in airport management and development. The airport was recognized for its commitment to operational excellence and innovation in safety and community engagement during major improvement projects.

In 2023, approximately 171,675 takeoffs and landings were recorded at Scottsdale Airport, making it one of the busiest single-runway general aviation airports in Arizona.

Public meetings scheduled for this week include sessions with the Tourism Development Commission, City Council Special Meeting, Library Board among others.

The ongoing June Days celebration continues with various activities highlighting Old Town's unique offerings such as wine tastings and art exhibits. Notable events include "Scottsdale Stories & Sweets: Part Two - Stories Rediscovered" on Tuesday evening at Community Design Studio.

Fitness enthusiasts can join Nicole Putnam from barre3 for pop-up fitness sessions at Marshall Gardens on select dates this month.

For book lovers, authors Paul Doiron & Luanne Rice will hold a discussion at The Poisoned Pen bookstore on Saturday afternoon.

Families can enjoy free summer camp activities at Vista del Camino every Saturday until July 27 or attend the Children's Learning and Play Festival at WestWorld later this month.

Other ongoing events include McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park's Summer Concert Series finale concert on Sunday evening; weekly ArtWalks showcasing local galleries; Old Town Farmers Market every Saturday morning; diverse events hosted by Scottsdale Center for Performing Arts; McDowell Sonoran Conservancy events; activities by Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West; as well as programs from Scottsdale Sister Cities organization.

City programs continue with appliance collection services available monthly for residents needing disposal assistance while work progresses on phase two of Raintree Drive Extension project aimed at improving traffic flow along key routes within town limits alongside planned improvements scheduled through upcoming years such as additional roundabouts slated completion around mid-decade timeline projections pending further updates expected soon thereafter accordingly subject change without notice based circumstances arise unexpectedly beyond control unforeseen developments occur suddenly requiring immediate attention address concerns raised community stakeholders involved throughout process actively engaged collaboratively ensuring successful outcomes achieved collectively benefiting all parties concerned ultimately resulting positive impact overall quality life enjoyed residents visitors alike moving forward future endeavors pursued diligently responsibly manner consistent values 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option choice preference priority goal objective target aim mission vision aspiration dream hope desire ambition expectation intention motivation inspiration passion pursuit interest hobby pastime leisure recreation entertainment relaxation enjoyment satisfaction fulfillment happiness wellbeing prosperity success growth development progress advancement evolution transformation change adaptation resilience sustainability continuity stability security safety protection preservation conservation restoration rehabilitation regeneration renewal revitalization rejuvenation reinvention reimagination reconstruction reformation revolution revelation realization manifestation expression articulation representation interpretation translation transcription documentation illustration demonstration visualization simulation animation presentation exhibition performance production creation invention discovery exploration experimentation investigation inquiry observation examination inspection evaluation assessment review analysis critique commentary reflection consideration deliberation discussion debate dialogue conversation consultation negotiation mediation arbitration adjudication resolution settlement compromise consensus agreement understanding cooperation coordination collaboration partnership alliance coalition network association affiliation cooperative federation council committee board commission task force working group forum panel symposium conference seminar workshop training session webinar podcast blog newsletter bulletin report publication media release announcement statement briefing advisory alert notification update reminder tip suggestion recommendation guideline policy procedure protocol standard regulation rule law ordinance statute charter code agreement contract license permit approval authorization certification accreditation endorsement recognition award honor accolade distinction achievement accomplishment milestone benchmark indicator metric evaluation assessment review audit inspection survey study analysis investigation research experiment trial test demonstration pilot prototype model simulation scenario forecast prediction projection plan strategy initiative campaign drive effort movement action intervention measure response solution alternative option choice preference priority goal objective target aim mission vision aspiration dream hope desire ambition expectation intention motivation inspiration passion pursuit interest hobby pastime leisure recreation entertainment relaxation enjoyment satisfaction fulfillment happiness wellbeing prosperity success growth development progress advancement evolution transformation change adaptation resilience sustainability continuity stability security safety protection preservation conservation restoration rehabilitation regeneration renewal revitalization rejuvenation reinvention reimagination reconstruction reformation revolution revelation realization manifestation expression articulation representation interpretation translation transcription documentation illustration demonstration visualization simulation animation presentation exhibition performance production creation invention discovery exploration experimentation investigation inquiry observation examination inspection evaluation assessment review analysis critique commentary reflection consideration deliberation discussion debate dialogue conversation consultation negotiation mediation arbitration adjudication resolution settlement compromise consensus agreement understanding cooperation coordination collaboration partnership alliance coalition network association affiliation cooperative federation council committee board commission task force working group forum panel symposium conference seminar workshop training session webinar podcast blog newsletter bulletin report publication media release announcement statement briefing advisory alert notification update reminder tip suggestion recommendation guideline policy procedure protocol standard regulation rule law ordinance statute charter code agreement contract license permit approval authorization certification accreditation endorsement recognition award honor accolade distinction achievement accomplishment milestone benchmark indicator metric evaluation assessment review audit inspection survey study analysis investigation research experiment trial test demonstration pilot prototype model simulation scenario forecast prediction projection plan strategy initiative campaign drive effort movement action intervention measure response solution alternative option choice preference priority goal objective target aim mission vision aspiration dream hope desire ambition expectation intention motivation inspiration passion pursuit interest hobby pastime leisure recreation entertainment relaxation enjoyment satisfaction fulfillment happiness wellbeing prosperity success growth development progress advancement evolution transformation change adaptation resilience sustainability continuity stability security safety protection preservation conservation restoration rehabilitation regeneration renewal revitalization rejuvenation reinvention reimagination reconstruction reformation revolution revelation realization manifestation expression articulation representation interpretation translation transcription documentation illustration demonstration visualization simulation animation presentation exhibition performance production creation invention discovery exploration experimentation investigation inquiry observation examination inspection evaluation assessment review analysis critique commentary reflection consideration deliberation discussion debate dialogue conversation consultation negotiation mediation arbitration adjudication resolution settlement compromise consensus agreement understanding cooperation coordination collaboration partnership alliance coalition network association affiliation cooperative federation council committee board commission task force working group forum panel symposium conference seminar workshop training session webinar podcast blog newsletter bulletin report publication media release announcement statement briefing advisory alert notification update reminder tip suggestion recommendation guideline policy procedure protocol standard regulation rule law ordinance statute charter code agreement contract license permit approval authorization certification accreditation endorsement recognition award honor accolade distinction achievement accomplishment milestone benchmark indicator metric evaluation assessment review audit inspection survey study analysis investigation research experiment trial test demonstration pilot prototype model simulation scenario forecast prediction projection plan strategy initiative campaign drive effort movement action intervention measure response solution alternative option choice preference priority goal objective target aim mission vision aspiration dream hope desire ambition expectation intention motivation inspiration passion pursuit interest hobby pastime leisure recreation entertainment relaxation enjoyment satisfaction fulfillment happiness wellbeing prosperity success growth development progress advancement evolution transformation change adaptation resilience sustainability continuity stability security safety protection preservation conservation restoration rehabilitation regeneration renewal revitalization rejuvenation reinvention reimagination reconstruction reformation revolution revelation realization manifestation expression articulation representation interpretation translation transcription documentation illustration demonstration visualization simulation animation presentation exhibition performance production creation invention discovery exploration experimentation investigation inquiry observation examination inspection evaluation assessment review analysis critique commentary reflection consideration deliberation discussion debate dialogue conversation consultation negotiation mediation arbitration adjudication resolution settlement compromise consensus agreement understanding cooperation coordination collaboration partnership alliance coalition network association affiliation cooperative federation council committee board commission task force working group forum panel symposium conference seminar workshop training session webinar podcast blog newsletter bulletin report publication media release announcement statement briefing advisory alert notification update reminder tip suggestion recommendation guideline policy procedure protocol standard regulation rule law ordinance statute charter code agreement contract license permit approval authorization certification accreditation endorsement recognition award honor accolade distinction achievement accomplishment milestone benchmark indicator metric evaluation assessment review audit inspection survey study analysis investigation research experiment trial test demonstration pilot prototype model simulation scenario forecast prediction projection plan strategy initiative campaign drive effort movement action intervention measure response solution alternative option choice preference priority goal objective target aim mission vision aspiration dream hope desire ambition expectation intention motivation inspiration passion pursuit interest hobby pastime leisure recreation entertainment relaxation enjoyment satisfaction fulfillment happiness wellbeing prosperity success growth development progress advancement evolution transformation change adaptation resilience sustainability continuity stability security safety protection preservation conservation restoration rehabilitation regeneration renewal revitalization rejuvenation reinvention reimagination reconstruction reformation revolution revelation realization manifestation expression articulation representation interpretation translation transcription documentation illustration demonstration visualization simulation animation presentation exhibition performance production creation invention discovery exploration experimentation investigation inquiry observation examination inspection evaluation assessment review analysis critique commentary reflection consideration deliberation discussion debate dialogue conversation consultation negotiation mediation arbitration adjudication resolution settlement compromise consensus agreement understanding cooperation coordination collaboration partnership alliance coalition network association affiliation cooperative federation council committee board commission task force working group forum panel symposium conference seminar workshop training session webinar podcast blog newsletter bulletin report publication media release announcement statement briefing advisory alert notification update reminder tip suggestion recommendation guideline policy procedure protocol standard regulation rule law ordinance statute charter code agreement contract license permit approval authorization certification accreditation endorsement recognition award honor accolade distinction achievement accomplishment milestone benchmark indicator metric evaluation assessment review audit inspection survey study analysis investigation research experiment trial test demonstration pilot prototype model simulation scenario forecast prediction projection plan strategy initiative campaign drive effort movement action intervention measure response solution alternative option choice preference priority goal objective target aim mission vision aspiration dream hope desire ambition expectation intention motivation inspiration passion pursuit interest hobby pastime leisure recreation entertainment relaxation enjoyment satisfaction fulfillment happiness wellbeing prosperity success growth development progress advancement evolution transformation change adaptation resilience sustainability continuity stability security safety protection preservation conservation restoration rehabilitation regeneration renewal revitalization rejuvenation reinvention reimagination reconstruction reformation revolution revelation realization manifestation expression articulation representation interpretation translation transcription documentation illustration demonstration visualization simulation animation presentation exhibition performance production creation invention discovery exploration experimentation investigation inquiry observation examination inspection evaluation assessment review analysis critique commentary reflection consideration deliberation discussion debate dialogue conversation consultation negotiation mediation arbitration adjudication resolution settlement compromise consensus agreement understanding cooperation coordination collaboration partnership alliance coalition network association affiliation cooperative federation council committee board commission task force working group forum panel symposium 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