By John Carlson, President of Mark-Taylor Companies The countdown to the 2024 US election has begun, and exercising your right to vote is both a privilege and responsibility. What matters most is understanding who and what you are voting for – and the impact the new president will have on the country’s future, its economic strength and sustainability. The Harris/Walz … Read More
VOTE YES-YES FOR YOUR SAFETY
By Carla (Carla), Preserve Pioneer This year Scottsdale was fortunate when it came to wildfires. Next year we might not be so lucky. As every summer gets hotter and drier, nature and human caused fires are a fact of life in Scottsdale and our Preserve. Thanks to the quick response and hard work of our Firefighters – plus a little … Read More
A Community with Vision will Thrive
By Preserve Pioneer and Former Scottsdale Mayor Mary Manross Scottsdale has an unmatched quality of life because our community came together with a Vision. Thanks to that Vision we have built a world class park system, a beautiful greenbelt through the middle of the community, and a one of a kind McDowell Sonoran Preserve. I was here for every one … Read More
Breaking News
Axon has resubmitted plans for massive project in north Scottsdale.
A Fascinating New Dynamic In Scottsdale
As reported here, Axon is plotting to bring its highly controversial and widely opposed plan to build the largest apartment complex in Scottsdale history back to the lame-duck Scottsdale City Council following the November 5thelection. The units would adjoin its previously pledged and approved corporate headquarters. Axon clearly believes it has the best chance to secure 4 (or 5 votes if … Read More
Scottsdale Airport Expansion? Not if Axon’s Massive Apartment Ask Is Approved
By Lincoln Shea Axon’s request to rezone part of its 76-acre Scottsdale campus, near Hayden and the 101, to make way for 1,975 apartments could ground any hopes of expanding Scottsdale’s airport. The Scottsdale Airport is a significant contributor to the local economy, providing an upscale option for tourists flying into the Valley. It facilitates convenient freight service for the … Read More
Why I Oppose Prop 490
By Bob Littlefield In the 20+ years I have been involved in Scottsdale politics I have seen many outrages come out of City Hall. But the recent political maneuverings by the City Council majority to put a deceptive sales tax hike on the November ballot may have been the most shocking of all. Imagine if you were about to make … Read More
The Gloves Come Off In Scottsdale Mayoral Candidates Forum
By Miller McCormick He accused her of being a zoning attorney with a habit of approving massive apartment projects. She accused him of being a reckless spender of taxpayer dollars. The two candidates for Scottsdale Mayor, incumbent David Ortega and challenger and former councilwoman Lisa Borowsky, traded punches during a candidates’ forum at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts … Read More
Breaking News: Kathy Littlefield Endorses Lisa Borowsky for Scottsdale Mayor
By Lincoln Shea Scottsdale City Councilwoman Kathy Littlefield has endorsed Lisa Borowsky in the Scottsdale Mayor’s race. Littlefield made the endorsement at a luncheon today (September 19th).
Support For Prop 490 Holds Firm Despite Lawsuits, Odd Opposition
Despite lawsuits from the Goldwater Institute and opposition that oddly advocates for property taxes to fund Scottsdale’s Preserve, parks, and public safety rather than sales taxes, Scottsdale’s Proposition 490, the To Protect and To Preserve measure on the November ballot, still enjoys solid support. The measure would take the place of an expiring Scottsdale city sales tax but at a … Read More