Opinion by Alex McLaren. In regard to your latest opinion, I offer the following. The cost estimates for the projects that are part of the 2019 Bond Election were prepared in the 2018-time frame and as you noted no one predicted the rampant inflation that is a result of Covid and other governmental spending. In addition, some of the projects … Read More
A Win For Taxpayers And The Private Sector. Innovative New Arizona Technology Spreading Nationwide, Revolutionizing The Way Companies Bid On Government Projects
Phoenix-Based Capital Pipeline Will Save Tax Dollars While Creating More Opportunities For Businesses Of All Sizes New Technology, Database Pioneered In Arizona Levels Playing Field For Businesses While Giving Governments More Options For Bidders, Vendors (PHOENIX) A new platform developed in Arizona, Capital Pipeline, is revolutionizing the way the private sector connects with government when it comes to building infrastructure, … Read More
Guest Editorial: City vs County in Rio Verde Foothills Water
Opinion Piece by Alex McLaren I have been concerned about this situation for some time now. I am not exactly sure why because I live in south Scottsdale, miles from the Rio Foothills area. My concern is that as good neighbors Scottsdale should help as best, we can, within the law and also as stewards of our overall water resources. … Read More
Guest Editorial: A Tale of Two Apartment Complexes
By Alex McLaren I attended the City Council meeting on Wednesday December 7th where two apartment complexes were on the agenda. Actually, three were on the agenda but one was withdrawn by the Applicant, possibly knowing that there was a difficult hearing ahead for any apartment complex. The Kiva was crowded and most of the attendees were fervently against the … Read More
A Politician, A Painter Of Icons, An Iconic Painter
The Works Of Three Arizona Trailblazers Featured In February At The Larsen Gallery (Scottsdale, Ariz.) Their life stories couldn’t be more different and their backgrounds more diverse, but all three create unique art and are genuine trailblazers who have made or continue to make Arizona history. The Larsen Gallery will be exhibiting for the month of February works by the … Read More
Come Enjoy the Anticipated Return of FREE Holiday Movies and Lights at The Newly Renovated Pollack Tempe Cinemas on Thursday, November 17th starting at 6:30pm
After a two-year hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic, a night of FREE holiday movies returns to America’s favorite discount theatre (TEMPE, Ariz.) – After a two-year hiatus and more than a million dollars in cinema renovations, Valley Real Estate Entrepreneur Michael Pollack is thrilled to welcome back the community with a night of FREE holiday movies, carolers and more … Read More
Apartments, Development, Homelessness, Crime. Scottsdale Forum Defines Issues And Council Candidates
By Lincoln Shea Issues such as attainable housing, building density, and crime not only divide Scottsdale residents, they also divide the candidates for Scottsdale City Council. Growth and related topics dominated a Scottsdale candidates forum held June 14th at United Methodist Church. Seven candidates are running for three seats on the seven-member council. Incumbents Kathy Littlefield and Solange Whitehead and … Read More
A Historic First In Arizona Arts: ¡Americano! to Make Its New York City Debut in March, Following Musical’s Record-Breaking Run at Phoenix Theatre Company
Chicanos Por La Causa Helps Take True Story of ‘Dreamer’ to Global Stage Off-Broadway PHOENIX (February 17, 2022) – ¡Americano!, a contemporary musical telling the true story of an Arizona Dreamer and his inspiring fight for societal- and self-acceptance, will make history in March as the first Arizona-birthed musical to open Off-Broadway in New York. Chicanos Por La Causa (CPLC), … Read More
Hey Scottsdale: If It’s All About Being Responsive To Citizens, Then Be Responsive To Citizens
Scottsdale’s current City Council majority professes allegiance to citizen input. The merits of a particular project no longer seem to matter much. Instead, Scottsdale decision-making appears to be an experiment in mass democracy. Most politicians have an eye toward the next election. That’s normal. Every two or four years residents give a thumbs up or thumbs down based on that … Read More
New Scottsdale Poll Reveals Support On Key Issues And Projects As Well As Thoughts On City
Poll Shows Substantial Support For Plan To Replace Empty Offices With Multi-Family Residences Near Honor Health North Scottsdale Same Poll Shows Most Residents Willing to Accept Some New Residential Development; Ratings On City Direction, Elected Officials Also Included (Scottsdale, Ariz.) While a vocal minority may give the impression that Scottsdale residents do not want to see any new multi-family housing, … Read More