Guest Editorial: What’s Up with Scottsdale Water?

By Betty Janik It is common knowledge that Colorado River water supply has been shrinking for over two decades and there will be significant cuts to Scottsdale’s water in the near future.  Fortunately, over the years, we have accumulated a reserve supply by banking unused CAP water. This will guide us through the next few years depending on the depth of the … Read More

Guest Editorial: What’s Up with Scottsdale Water

By Betty Janik It is common knowledge that Colorado River water supply has been shrinking for over two decades and there will be significant cuts to Scottsdale’s water in the near future.  Fortunately, over the years, we have accumulated a reserve supply by banking unused CAP water. This will guide us through the next few years depending on the depth of the … Read More

Op-Ed: Let’s Talk Honestly About Scottsdale’s Water Future

By Thyra Ryden-Diaz, Scottsdale Water Interim Senior Director If you follow water news in the Southwest, you’ve likely noticed a shift in tone in recent months. While the headlines remain serious, the conversation is becoming more balanced. Alongside concerns about drought and Colorado River reductions, there is growing recognition of the planning, investments, and regional cooperation helping stabilize the system. … Read More

Public Schools Are Closing. The Blueprint for Survival Is Right Next Door.

The Phoenix Business Journal recently published its annual ranking of Arizona’s largest nonprofits by revenue. At number 18 was the nonprofit entity behind BASIS schools. It pulled in $176 million last year against $168 million in expenses. That is not a cautionary tale. It is a case study. A charter school network built on rigorous curriculum and purposeful design is … Read More

Graham Doubles Down on Water Gamesmanship

By Linda Milhaven As Councilman Barry Graham is pursuing his re-election campaign, it seems that he may be creating a bogie man out of recycled water so he can make promises to save us from it. At the same time, he is boasting that he cut expenses but is not acknowledging the impacts of the cuts and delays in spending. … Read More

Appeal Likely After Judge Upholds Arizona’s Controversial Axon Law

A Setback For Voters’ Rights. Superior Court Judge Upholds “Axon Law” With Second Case Challenging Scottsdale Approval Set For June 5th. Opponents  Likely To Appeal. Axon Law Shields Controversial Zoning Decisions, Such As A Giant Apartment Complex In Scottsdale, From The Voters. (Scottsdale, Ariz.)  Opponents almost certainly will appeal now that a Maricopa County Superior Court judge has upheld Senate … Read More

Tammy Caputi Endorsed by EMILY’s List in Legislative District 4 Race

Tammy Caputi announced today that her campaign for State Representative in Legislative District 4 has officially earned the endorsement of EMILY’s List, one of the nation’s most influential organizations dedicated to electing Women. The endorsement comes as Caputi continues building momentum in one of Arizona’s most competitive legislative districts, centered on a message of pragmatic leadership, accountability, and delivering real … Read More