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Scottsdale Update – Aug. 5, 2024

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Scottsdale mayor election heads to runoff; two open City Council seats will be filled in November. 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.

Candidate Jan Dubauskas has been elected at the primary and will take office in January 2025. Two Council seats remain to be filled at the November 2024 general election. Tammy Caputi, Tom Durham, Adam Kwasman and Maryann McAllen will advance to the November general election. The two with the most votes will take seats in January 2025.

Final results for the Scottsdale City Council race will be posted after final election results are provided by Maricopa County

The Scottsdale City Council is scheduled to canvass the election results at its Aug. 13 City Council Meeting.

Find Scottsdale election information at Scottsdale.Vote

Monsoon activity expected over the next few days. Monsoons often bring thunderstorms with heavy rain, flash flooding and lightning, which can cause wildfires. Prepare now so you know what actions may be needed when a major storm rolls in. Look for Ready, Set, Go messages on social networks and in the news media. Be READY: always be prepared for potential emergencies; get SET by maintaining awareness of events that may force evacuation; and GO, evacuate immediately as instructed by emergency authorities. The National Weather Service has provided additional resources:

The Scottsdale Salutes program honors local veterans. In November, the city will once again pay tribute to the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve in the United States Armed Forces.

As part of the annual Scottsdale Salutes program, light pole banners featuring local veterans and military service members will be displayed in Old Town for two weeks in November.

All veterans, active-duty service members, and members of the National Guard and reserves who live in Scottsdale or have substantial ties to the community are eligible for nomination. This year, program eligibility has been expanded to include individuals whose connection to the Scottsdale community is demonstrated by working in Scottsdale for at least five years.

Visit ScottsdaleAZ.gov and search “Scottsdale Salutes” to nominate service members until Friday, Sept. 27. Those selected will be honored at a special community reception in November.

The Scottsdale Salutes recognition program was initiated by the Scottsdale Veterans Advisory Commission, a group of seven residents appointed by the City Council to advise on veterans’ issues and raise awareness of veterans’ contributions within the community.

Public Meetings

Get a head start learning about city issues, projects and activities by attending or listening in on the many public meetings we host.

Week of Aug 5:

Week of Aug. 12: Check back next week for the full list:

  • There are no meetings scheduled for this week.

Things to do

Enjoy gentle yin yoga postures, yoga nidra guided meditation and the soothing combination of sound healing and aromatherapy. The class takes place at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 7, at the Via Linda Senior Center. Props, including blocks, blankets and bolsters, will be provided. Cost is $15 for residents. Register at 480-312-5810.

Take a field trip to the Phoenix Art Museum to explore the diverse collection of art. Pick up times for the Tuesday, Aug. 14 event:

Call Granite Reef Senior Center at 480-312-1700 or the Via Linda Senior Center at 480-312-5810 to register for the free event.

Attend the opening reception of the “Sticking Together” gallery exhibit at Civic Center Library. View a juried group exhibition of collage artwork showing the ingenious minds of artists who stick unusual elements together. The opening reception takes place 4-5:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 15, and the exhibit runs through Sept. 23. It is curated by Airi and Riho Katsuta, the creative force behind Cut+Paste Phoenix.

Ongoing:

Get more events information.

Programs and Services

Show your love of Scottsdale by volunteering to be an Old Town Ambassador. Be a welcoming face to all who visit Old Town Scottsdale and one of more than 100 volunteers who provide a friendly smile along with area maps, special events information and brochures about local businesses and attractions. Hear what ambassadors have to say about what this role means to them. Get more information by clicking here and scrolling to "Ambassadors of Old Town."

Families and caregivers can get free vital services through Scottsdale’s Family Resource Center. Located at the Paiute Neighborhood Center, the center provides access to resources, referrals to support services and educational programs to ensure healthy growth and development for Scottsdale's youngest learners. Programs and services include discussion groups, family workshops, emergency diaper assistance and kindergarten preparedness. Learn more.

FYI

It’s crucial to keep hazardous waste out of your brush and bulk piles. Materials like pool acids, car batteries and paint can pose serious risks, including truck fires. Ensuring these items are properly disposed of through the city's hazardous waste program is essential for the safety of our employees and the community. Learn how to safely dispose of these harmful materials.

Where you can watch Scottsdale Video Network. Scottsdale Video Network telecasts 24/7 on Cox Cable channel 11 and our live stream. Additionally, City Council, Planning Commission and Development Review Board meetings are streamed live on the city of Scottsdale’s YouTube channel.

The city recently hosted community conversations on extreme heat at Paiute Neighborhood Center and Vista del Camino. As part of the ¡Qué Calor! community conversation series, four bilingual focus groups were held in April to better understand residents' experiences with heat in the hottest parts of the city. Follow-up sessions in June aimed to share results and discuss potential pilot projects. These conversations centered on participants’ experiences during the 2023 record-breaking heat, strategies for managing resources and mobility in the upcoming summer, and envisioning solutions for a cooler future. Additionally, attendees learned about Scottsdale’s efforts to mitigate heat. The feedback gathered from these sessions will be included in the ongoing development of the Shade and Tree Plan.

Job of the Week: Division Finance Manager. This position will be responsible for managing the city’s debt program used to finance citywide capital projects, financial analyses to determine amount and timing of debt issuances and post-issuance compliance with applicable rules and regulations. This position also oversees disbursement functions and account reconciliation functions.

The city offers a competitive benefits package including 12 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave accruals, health coverage, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and more. Learn more and apply.

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