The city of Scottsdale is seeking community input on the impact of noise within the city. This initiative aims to assess potential changes to ordinances and other mitigation strategies to balance noise control with maintaining a vibrant business and event environment. Residents are invited to attend one of three workshops scheduled for November 2, 6, and 7 at the Scottsdale Community Design Studio.
Scottsdale's 2023 Veterans Day Commemoration is set to take place at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 11, at the Memorial Lawn of Scottsdale Civic Center. The event is organized in collaboration with American Legion Post 44 and other veterans service organizations.
Arizona Rep. Joseph Chaplik criticized Governor Katie Hobbs after she expressed concerns about the impact of Education Savings Accounts (ESAs) on the state budget. Chaplik accused Hobbs of playing politics and jeopardizing the future of Arizona's children. He defended ESAs, stating that they provide parents with the opportunity to invest in their children's education.
The city of Scottsdale has been awarded the national "Voice of the People Award" for its innovative use of technology to enhance resident engagement. The award is presented by Polco and the International City/County Management Association to recognize local governments that effectively engage residents and incorporate public opinion into community decisions.
The City of Scottsdale is inviting residents to apply for positions on various boards and commissions. These opportunities are open to those interested in contributing to the community's governance and development.
Scottsdale is examining potential changes to its noise ordinances, aiming to balance the vibrancy of its events and businesses with residents' concerns about noise levels. The city is seeking community input through a series of workshops designed to gather feedback on this issue.
Arizona Rep. Alexander Kolodin suggested that the leadership of the previous administration was more successful in achieving peace compared to the current Biden administration. This statement surfaced as reports of substantial casualties resulting from the Israel-Hamas conflict that unfolded over the weekend continued to emerge. Kolodin stated, "When Trump was president, Twitter was at war and the world was at peace."
Loop 101 in Scottsdale will undergo overnight closures this weekend for maintenance and asphalt preservation. The southbound Loop 101 from Shea Boulevard to Loop 202 will be closed from Friday, October 13 at 10 p.m. until Saturday, October 14 at 10 a.m. Similarly, the northbound section from Loop 202 to Shea Boulevard will be closed from Saturday, October 14 at 10 p.m. until Sunday, October 15 at 10 a.m. On and off ramps in these areas will also be closed.
Scottsdale Water is set to host the One Water Brewing Showcase on November 3 and 4 at the Scottsdale Waterfront during Canal Convergence. This event will highlight beer crafted with advanced water purification methods and is open to the public free of charge. Attendees aged 21 and over can purchase a sample pack that includes various beers made with highly-purified water, along with souvenir sample mugs.
Halloween is right around the corner, and for some, it can involve mingling with groups of people, which can be an extra risk for sinusitis sufferers. Dr. Franklyn Gergits of the Sinus and Allergy Wellness Center said individuals who suffer frequent sinus infections are the ideal candidates for balloon sinuplasty procedures.
Public schools are funded with our tax dollars, and they’re supposed to use their taxpayer-funded resources to educate children—not meddle in politics. But Fountain Hills High School in the Phoenix area used public employees, public property, and even its own students to make a political campaign ad meant to influence an election, in blatant violation of Arizona law.
The city of Scottsdale is set to begin providing water for transport to residents in the Rio Verde Foothills area of Maricopa County starting Monday, October 9. This development follows an intergovernmental agreement between Scottsdale and the Rio Verde Foothills Standpipe District.
Scottsdale Water, in collaboration with the AZ Water Association, hosted a group of state legislators for a tour of its Advanced Water Treatment Facility. The event took place on Wednesday at the Scottsdale Water campus.
Transportation and Streets crews have completed the Shea Blvd. paving project five days ahead of schedule. The project involved removing 1¾ inches of old asphalt from Shea Blvd. and applying a new hot mix asphalt overlay to the roadway. The work spanned a three-mile stretch from Scottsdale Rd. to 96th St. on Shea Blvd.
The city's latest pedestrian underpass at Shea Boulevard and 124th Street is now accessible to bike riders, pedestrians, and equestrians. This new tunnel serves as a connection between two parts of the Mountain View Trail: the McDowell Sonoran Preserve in the north and the Central Arizona Project Canal in the south. Additionally, it provides non-motorized access for nearby residential areas, schools, and users of Stonegate Equestrian Park to integrate into the city’s active transportation network.