Op-Ed: Hate Overdevelopment? Then Don’t Vote for Zubia!

By Bob Littlefield Dear Friends, As it has been for the last 25 years the main issue in this election is stopping overdevelopment. Overdevelopment has taken a heavy toll on Scottsdale’s special character and high quality of life. Clogged roads, blocked views, higher taxes, overburdened infrastructure and now threats to our water supply have been the legacy of the overdevelopment … Read More

Op-Ed: Vote for Zubia in Scottsdale, a leader who listens

By Raoul Zubia Scottsdale is a community we share and a future we shape together. I am deeply concerned about the direction of our city council. Cutting vital water resources and trading solutions for political infighting is not what residents should accept from their leaders. That is why I am running: That means securing our water, investing in public safety, … Read More

Scottsdale Mayor Lisa Borowsky secures unanimous City Council support for sweeping Flock ALPR oversight ordinance

Following months of calls for greater transparency, oversight and accountability regarding Scottsdale’s use of Flock’s Automated License Plate Reader (“ALPR”) technology, Mayor Lisa Borowsky secured unanimous support Tuesday night from the Scottsdale City Council to move forward with a formal ordinance establishing new measures and strengthening guardrails for the city’s use of the controversial system. Scottsdale City Council directed city staff to draft an ordinance … Read More

The Farmers Market Moved and Scottsdale Survived

By Vanessa Rogers Remember the warnings? When the city announced it would expand the Brown Avenue parking garage, social media predicted doom for the Old Town Scottsdale Farmers Market. On Saturday, the market opened its season in the City Hall lot, and the doom failed to show up. Councilwoman Solange Whitehead described a packed, relatively glitch-free opening day. Kids, dogs, … Read More

Op-Ed: Robinson Did The Right Thing

By Marco L. Sánchez If you want to know whether a politician can be bought, watch what he does when the money shows up. By that measure, the story about Councilman Kevin Robinson and a data center donation is the opposite of a scandal. Here is what happened, according to the Arizona Republic’s reporting. In March, Robinson’s reelection campaign received … Read More

Zubia and Graham Trade Water Visions in First Council Debate

By Vanessa Rogers Scottsdale voters got their first side-by-side look at the council race this week as three candidates are competing for two seats. Early voting begins next week. The first of two debates touched on water, tourism, short-term rentals and public safety. Water Takes Center Stage Raoul Zubia, a lifelong Scottsdale resident, called water the top issue he hears … Read More

Guest Editorial: Why Scottsdale Should Elect Raoul Zubia

By Betty Janik Scottsdale needs leaders with experience, common sense, and a genuine commitment to our community. Raoul Zubia brings all three. His record of service, leadership, and collaboration makes him the right choice for Scottsdale City Council. Raoul has served numerous Scottsdale philanthropic organizations, including the EVIT, Charro, and SUSD Foundations and Partners for Paiute. He also serves on … Read More

Zubia to Voters: “Secure Our Water” as Scottsdale Heads Toward Early Voting

By Raoul Zubia With early voting beginning this week, I believe Scottsdale voters face a clear choice about our city’s future — and nowhere is that choice more important than water. At last week’s City Council debate, I made water security the centerpiece of my campaign because it is the number one concern I hear from residents across Scottsdale. I’m … Read More