By Alexander Lomax The first election results dropped from the night, and absolutely nothing is set in stone at this moment, but there is definitely plenty of certainty and more than enough question marks to keep us hitting refresh on our browser constantly. First, Scottsdale. One councilmember is likely advancing and a few incumbents are fighting for their seats. Scroll … Read More
Solange’s Scottsdale Salience
By SongBird No matter how the elections turn out Tuesday for Scottsdale City Council, or in November, Solange Whitehead is a Hall of Famer. Amongst the contemporary rancor over Axon, out of state funding, apartments, development, transparency, elections and parking garages, one can forget her many, many contributions to the city over the past decade. That shouldn’t be. She serves with … Read More
Guest Editorial: Big Wins Achieved Together!
By Councilwoman Solange Whitehead Thank you to all that have voted! Strong words of encouragement to those that have not yet voted. Please make your voice heard. Polls are open Monday and Tuesday until 7 pm. See link HERE.In eight years, we’ve sure gotten a lot done together. Below are just a few photos of our accomplishments. It really matters who … Read More
Complete BS
Here at the Arizona Progress & Gazette we support free speech to the fullest, and we are honored to give voice to a wide range of opinions. But free speech does not mean freedom from retort. We have a ton of respect for Betty Janik, who has earned that standing through a storied career of public service and honorable politics. … Read More
Guest Editorial: Photo Ops Won’t Secure Scottsdale’s Water Future
By Councilwoman Solange Whitehead This week, a Council majority is staging a photo opportunity at Scottsdale’s Water Campus to reassure residents that Scottsdale’s water future is secure. It isn’t. The backdrop may be our award-winning Water Campus, but the reality is different. The experts who built Scottsdale’s nationally recognized water utility are gone. Funding for critical water projects has been … Read More
Guest Editorial: Scottsdale Apartments QnA
By Councilwoman Solange Whitehead Protecting Scottsdale’s Character My job is to protect Scottsdale—not to cast meaningless “no” votes for political theater. My record of stopping bad development is unmatched. Just as importantly, I’ve negotiated better projects and helped transform blighted, crime-attracting properties into vibrant destinations. I’ve also changed rules and improved the baseline for development: Adopted building codes that reduce … Read More
Guest Editorial: When Leaders Listen, Communities Thrive
By Mike Vreeland I’m grateful that in Scottsdale the distance between you and your elected leaders is small. You can ask — and expect — an answer from the City Council to your questions. Most Councilmembers can address the issues and opportunities we face, but the sign of a strong leader is someone willing to ask back, “What do you … Read More
Guest Editoral: A Budget That Cuts Future Prosperity
From Councilmember Solange Whitehead The City Manager’s new budget reverses Scottsdale’s tradition of conservative financial stewardship: planning ahead, investing in infrastructure, and maintaining strong reserves. Operating spending is up. The budget also reflects the consequences of four Councilmembers forfeiting $31 million in federal transportation grants, resulting in higher project costs, traffic congestion, and the diversion of local road funds away … Read More
Councilwoman Whitehead Deserves Kudos for Standing Up for All of Scottsdale
By Alexander Lomax Some stereotypes are true as are some reputations. For instance, Scottsdale has a reputation of having an outsized number of retirees and has leaned conservative. Unfortunately in the mind of some those bring with it a reputation as an inhospitable place for people who don’t fit a narrow demographic mold. Councilwoman Solange Whitehead has spent her tenure … Read More
Op-Ed: Re-Elect Solange Whitehead
By Steve Coluccio I have known Solange Whitehead since 2017, when we worked together to defeat the proposed Desert Discovery Center in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve. We worked together again in 2024 on Prop 490, which voters approved to fund maintenance and public safety in the parks and Preserve. As a supporter of the Preserve, I value Solange’s steadfast, long-term … Read More