Editor’s Note: Data Orbital conducted the recent polling regarding the Scottsdale mayoral race, Axon rezoning, and other local issues that we have shared on this blog In a notable recognition of its dedicated approach to data analytics and polling, Data Orbital proudly announces its ranking as the #10 pollster in the nation in FiveThirtyEight’s 2024 pollster ratings. We achieved the … Read More
Diving Deeper Into The Recent Scottsdale Poll Numbers
The recent poll commissioned by The Arizona Progress & Gazette has provided some interesting insights about how residents feel about the current status of Scottsdale, the people leading the city, and some important issues facing residents and voters. Today we break down the numbers further and interpret some dynamics behind the responses. Right Direction/Wrong Direction • 41.8% believe Scottsdale is … Read More
Guest Editorial: Entering My Next Chapter
By Paradise Valley Mayor Jerry Bien-Willner Dear Fellow Paradise Valley Resident: With election season starting, many of you have inquired about my plans. After careful consideration and despite ample encouragement, I’ve decided not to seek re-election for a fourth term as Paradise Valley’s mayor. I would like to share with you the reasoning behind this choice. Leading our beloved community … Read More
Phoenix’s Water Management Dilemma: Politics, Sustainability and Resources
By Grace Chapman Within the arid landscape of Arizona, water is a necessary resource as this summer saw scorching temperatures up to 116 degrees. Therefore it is imperative that Arizona’s local and state governments understand how to navigate water resources within the state. Phoenix faces a formidable challenge of managing water resources during climate change and growing urbanization. Most of … Read More
BREAKING: Additional Scottsdale Polling Information With Some Good News And Some OK News For Those Who Want To See More Resources For Public Safety, Preserve, And Parks
The recent survey the Arizona Progress & Gazette commissioned on Scottsdale politics and issues (including Monday’s results released on the 2024 Mayor’s race and Tuesday’s post on Axon’s efforts to add nearly 2,000 apartments to its previously approved plans) also provides a fascinating peak into the electorate’s mood when it comes to two key issues that may appear on the … Read More
Arizona State Senator Stepping Up for Animals
While we live in deeply divided times politically, regardless of which side of the aisle you align with nearly all of us can agree that animals deserve a certain standard of treatment. And one Arizona legislator is stepping up to the plate and helping ensure that Arizona is not a safe space for animal abusers. Moderate Republican state senator T.J. … Read More
Hugely Unpopular Upzoning Plan, New Scottsdale Poll Reveals
Taser Manufacturer Axon’s Attempts To Get Zoning For Nearly 2,000 Apartments in North Scottsdale Opposed By 67% According To New Scottsdale Poll Yesterday we released the findings of a recent poll we commissioned on the upcoming Scottsdale Mayor’s race. Today we release more results on a big project that has been creating headlines of late. Tomorrow we will share interesting … Read More
Founder’s Day Coming Up: Who Was Winfield Scott?
While Scottsdale (and much of Arizona) isn’t necessarily prone to dwelling on the past, we do have a few points of history that are worth recognizing and honoring. One of those very events is coming up next month has turned into a point of local pride for the city, and as such is worth expounding on. Founder’s Day is coming … Read More
The 2024 Scottsdale State of the City Address: What You Should Expect
This Wednesday, Scottsdale Mayor Dave Ortega will be leading the 2024 iteration of the Scottsdale State of the City address. Like most State of the Union or State of the State addresses, they often follow the same general template: they are designed to tout the administration’s successes of the past year and tip the administration’s hand for the future, a … Read More
Breaking: New Poll Shows Scottsdale Mayor David Ortega Leads 2024 Competitors
The Arizona Progress & Gazette’s commitment to keeping you informed goes beyond reporting. We also want to know your take on local government. Just ahead of Scottsdale Mayor David Ortega’s State of the City address, the Arizona Progress & Gazette commissioned a poll on how Scottsdale residents feel about their city, the people running it, and a list of high-profile … Read More