Amish Shah is a slight favorite to win Arizona’s 1st Congressional District on Nov. 3, with analysts saying Democrats hold the edge. If he does, Republicans will start hunting for a 2028 challenger almost immediately. Nobody has declared anything. Still, Jay Feely’s primary win and a deep bench of local officeholders make for an interesting shortlist. As far as public … Read More
Scottsdale Mayor Lisa Borowsky puts water, noise and power at the heart of emerging data center standards at City Hall
Scottsdale Mayor Lisa Borowsky is applauding the Scottsdale City Council’s unanimous direction to move forward with developing standards for future data centers — with a focus on protecting the city’s water resources, neighborhoods and infrastructure. Scottsdale City Council unanimously gave direction at last night’s work study directing the City Attorney’s Office to examine the municipality’s existing regulatory framework and potential … Read More
Mayor Lisa Borowsky to host Town Hall at DC Ranch Homestead on Veterans Day
Scottsdale Mayor Lisa Borowsky is hosting her next community Town Hall at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11, at the DC Ranch Homestead continuing her commitment to meeting residents where they are and providing opportunities for direct, open dialogue on issues affecting Scottsdale. The DC Ranch Homestead is at 18600 N 98th St. in north Scottsdale. The event marks the fourth … Read More
Scottsdale’s Flock Fight Is Really About Who Watches the Watchers
By Alexander Lomax Scottsdale has 85 cameras photographing license plates at intersections across the city. Until recently, few residents knew they existed. Now, thanks to Mayor Lisa Borowsky, they’re the hottest issue at City Hall. This week, the council held a public hearing on the Flock system after Borowsky pushed it onto the agenda. Meanwhile, city leaders have promised an … 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
Mayor Lisa Borowsky builds consensus as Scottsdale City Council moves forward with large water user ordinance
From the Office of Mayor Lisa Borowsky A proposal championed by Mayor Lisa Borowsky to strengthen oversight of new large water users advanced Tuesday when the City Council directed staff to draft a new ordinance governing high-water-demand projects. The action follows a council work study carrying examining regulatory options for future developments and business operations with significant water demands as … Read More
Scottsdale Mayor Lisa Borowsky pushes to expedite review of Public Safety Plan ordinance amid Old Town crime concerns
In response to a series of recent violent incidents in Old Town Scottsdale, Mayor Lisa Borowsky is pushing to expedite her recently agendized request to conduct a sweeping review of the city’s Public Safety Plan ordinance. In furtherance, the mayor is convening a summit of Entertainment District stakeholders and decisionmakers geared toward protecting public confidence in one of the country’s … Read More
Scottsdale Mayor Lisa Borowsky meets with Taiwan Minister of Economic Affairs Ming-Hsin Kung during Arizona trade mission
Scottsdale Mayor Lisa Borowsky joined fellow Arizona mayors Monday, Aug. 31, for a meeting with Taiwan Minister of Economic Affairs Ming-Hsin Kung as part of an Arizona Commerce Authority delegation traveling in partnership with the Greater Phoenix Economic Council. Mayor Borowsky, a member of the Greater Phoenix Economic Council Board of Directors, participated in the meeting alongside Scottsdale Senior Director … Read More
Mayor Borowsky: Scottsdale residents deserve a faster response to short-term rental complaints
Scottsdale City Council voted unanimously last week to strengthen the city’s ability to address complaints and emergencies related to vacation and short-term rentals through Ordinance No. 4720. The measure, which passed 7-0, updates the city code to require designated emergency contacts for short-term rental properties to be reachable around the clock for both complaints and emergencies. The action comes as … Read More
Mayor Lisa Borowsky responds to new Colorado River operating guidelines, reassures Scottsdale’s strong water future
Scottsdale Mayor Lisa Borowsky is responding to the U.S. Department of the Interior’s release of new Colorado River operating guidelines for 2027 and 2028. “While Scottsdale has legitimate concerns about the long-term health of the Colorado River system, our city remains well-positioned to meet the needs of our residents and businesses,” Mayor Borowsky said. “Scottsdale has invested for decades in … Read More