Last night four on the Scottsdale City Council proclaimed victory after exempting Axon from previously required water supply issues (at a time when Scottsdale is facing severe water challenges), eliminating the constitutional rights of Scottsdale citizens for a qualified, public vote on the matter in November, 2026 and, for the first time in city history, effectively allowing a massive project … Read More
Guest Editorial: How, and Whom, Do We Honor
By Carla On November 3rd the Scottsdale City Council discussed honoring a recently departed national figure. This despite the lack of an established process to follow. The Council minority proposal to first draft and adopt a City policy with clear rules on when and how memorials can be approved was rejected. Direction was given for the City Manager to prepare … Read More
The Unceasing Pain of a Franchise: What a New Quarterback Says About Cardinals Fandom
There’s a special kind of pain reserved for Arizona Cardinals fans, a uniquely torturous experience that somehow manages to feel both fresh and numbingly familiar with each passing season. The latest chapter? Benching Kyler Murray, the franchise quarterback they gave a $230 million contract extension to just two years ago. It’s not just a personnel decision; it’s a billboard announcement … Read More
Guest Editorial: Welcome to Axonville!
By Bob Littlefield Dear Friends: At last night’s Scottsdale City Council meeting the pro-Axon majority – Mayor Borowsky and Councilmembers Kwasman, Whitehead and McAllen – totally sold out to Axon at the expense of Scottsdale residents. They gave Axon everything they wanted, and more! Here are the highlights (I should say lowlights) of last night’s votes: Axon was gifted 600 and … Read More
Official Statement from Scottsdale Mayor Lisa Borowsky regarding this afternoon’s City Council agenda items specific to both Axon Enterprise and TAAAZE
“The controversy engulfing the proposed Axon headquarters zoning has split our city and damaged our business-friendly reputation. I do not support building 1,900 apartments in North Scottsdale, but I believe it is in the best interest of our community to find middle ground with Axon to keep them headquartered in Scottsdale. Axon’s apartment project’s future is uncertain, and my hope … Read More
I’m running for a second term as mayor of Paradise Valley
Read the entire op-ed from Mark Stanton here in the Paradise Valley Independent
Fall Colors are at Their Peak in Late November Through Early December at Boyce Thompson Arboretum
In addition to the stunning fall leaves, the Arboretum is hosting a number of enjoyable events from late November through December, including Nature Play for Kids, Yoga in the Garden and visits from Jolly St. Nick Here’s some great news for fans of fall foliage: you don’t have to travel to New England in order to see autumn trees at … Read More
Compass Luxury Agents Frank Aazami and Bill Bulaga List Spectacular $20 Million Private Sports and Entertainment Complex in Gilbert
Situated on 4.2 Acres, Estate Includes Go-Kart Track, Golf Simulator, Putting Green Wellness Center & Walk-In Armory, Among Numerous Other Amenities Compass luxury real estate leaders Frank Aazami and Bill Bulaga of Private Client Group have listed the ultimate $20 million sports and entertainment estate in Gilbert, Arizona and one that redefines what it means to live, play and recreate without … Read More
Polo, Pageantry & Patriotism Reign Supreme With a New Champion at the 14th Annual Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships
The Most Attended Polo Event in America Saw Over 13,000 Spectators Over Two Days of Matches The Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships celebrated its 14th edition this past weekend at WestWorld with six exhilarating matches, 13,137 attendees, two full days of festivities and plenty of patriotism, surprises, memorable moments and three Valley mayors took part — Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego, Scottsdale Mayor Lisa … Read More