Featured News

wildland fireWildfire season is here - Protect your family and homes

Four wildfires currently raging across Arizona are a reminder that we are in the thick of wildfire season. As temperatures heat up, the desert grasses that grew with spring rains are drying out, creating a fire danger.

Take these precautions:
** If you live in a natural desert environment, create a 30-foot defensible space around your home.
** Remove perennial grasses and thin overgrown bushes.
** Remove dead branches from living trees and dead vegetation from the ground.
**Keep a rolled up garden hose with a nozzle attached to an outside hose valve connection.

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City News

Experts gather Thursday to discuss Scottsdale economy
Experts gather Thursday to discuss Scottsdale economy Three of Arizona’s most distinguished economic experts will discuss Scottsdale’s economy and its future at the next meeting of the City Council’s Economic Development Subcommittee. The meeting will take place at 4 p.m. Thursday, May 24, in the City Hall Kiva, 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd.
Truth in Taxation notice published; City property taxes to remain a fraction of owners’ total tax bill
Truth in Taxation notice published; City property taxes to remain a fraction of owners’ total tax bill Scottsdale published a Truth in Taxation hearing notice on May 18, as required by Arizona state law, which deals with the city’s primary property tax levy.
Scottsdale recreation offers free “demo” classes
Scottsdale recreation offers free “demo” classes Looking for something new this summer but not really sure if you want to commit? Scottsdale Parks and Recreation has a great opportunity for both residents and non-residents – free introductory classes beginning the week of May 14.
Public Notice
Public Notice Notice of Proposed New or Increased City Fees or Taxes: The Scottsdale City Council will hold public meetings in May, June and July to consider new or increased city fees or taxes.