Enjoy all the things that make Old Town unique during June Days. Daily activities and events include wine tastings, art exhibits, crafting workshops, live performances and family-oriented outings. Plan your June Days at OldTownScottsdaleAZ.com.

City of Scottsdale “Truth in Taxation” notice. This "Truth in Taxation" hearing notice regarding the city of Scottsdale primary property tax levy is being published as required by Arizona state law in the Arizona Republic on Tuesday, May 27, and Tuesday, June 3.

A public hearing on Scottsdale's proposed property tax levy will occur before final budget adoption, scheduled at 5 p.m. Tuesday, June 10, at Scottsdale City Hall, 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd.

Scottsdale plans to increase its proposed primary property tax levy $5,408,904 (excluding new construction) due to tort liability claim payments, the 2 percent statutory adjustment, and adjustment for the impact from the Qasimyar versus Maricopa County tax judgement. If adopted by the City Council, the proposed primary property tax rate will increase from $0.4958 per $100 of assessed valuation to $0.5525 in Fiscal Year 2025/26.

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PUBLIC MEETINGS

Get a head start learning about city issues, projects and activities by attending or listening in on the many public meetings we host. 

Week of June 2: 

• Veterans Advisory Commission Regular Meeting: 5 p.m. Wednesday, June 4
• Development Review Board Regular Meeting: 1 p.m. Thursday, June 5
• McDowell Sonoran Preserve Commission Regular Meeting: 5 p.m. Thursday, June 5
• Paths and Trails Subcommittee Regular Meeting: 5:15 p.m. Thursday, June 5
• Historic Preservation Commission Regular Meeting: 6 p.m. Thursday, June 5

Week of June 9 – Check back next week for the full list:

• Human Relations Commission Regular Meeting: 5 p.m. Monday, June 9
• City Council Special Meeting: 3 p.m. Tuesday, June 10
• City Council Community Facilities District Meeting: 4 p.m. Tuesday, June 10
• City Council Regular and Special Meeting: 5 p.m. Tuesday, June 10
• Library Board Regular Meeting: 3 p.m. Wednesday, June 11

Learn about the responsibilities of city Boards and Commissions and how you can serve.  
Find more public meetings.

THINGS TO DO

Get a taste of Scottsdale’s history during Stories & Sweets. Listen as our storyteller tells you about the early days of Scottsdale. Why did the early settlers select this land, who was first to live here, what early Victorian house is still standing, and how Scottsdale got its name are just the start. Learn about the pioneers who moved here before running water, electricity, or flush toilets.

While listening, enjoy a sweet treat from Ruze Cake House, a local Old Town Scottsdale dessert boutique!

• 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 3, at Scottsdale’s Community Design Studio, 7506 E. Indian School Road. 

Register here

Shop a wide variety of organic produce and seasonal specialties at the Old Town Scottsdale Farmers Market. The market features more than 100 Arizona growers.

• Old Town Scottsdale - 3806 N. Brown Ave.
• 8 a.m. - noon
• FREE admission
• Event details

Ongoing:

• Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts: Attend exciting, diverse events throughout the year
• Find McDowell Sonoran Conservancy events
• Discover Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West activities
• Get Scottsdale Sister Cities events

Get more events information. 

PROGRAMS AND SERVICES 

Scottsdale Public Library’s annual Summer Reading Challenge is underway. The challenge aims to foster a love for reading among those of all ages, emphasizing the joy and importance of literacy. Participants can earn points and prizes by reading, attending library programs and completing activity challenges. Register at ScottsdaleLibrary.org/summer-reading.

FYI

Public art restoration project - Goldwater Boulevard lane closure. Restoration of the Tributary Wall public art installation on Goldwater Boulevard is underway and should be complete by June 10. The southbound curb lane and sidewalk on Goldwater Boulevard will be closed from Via Soleri Drive to the Arizona Canal. Crews will remove the rocks, repair the steel baskets (gabions) on the wall, and perform routine maintenance. Please plan ahead when traveling in this area and, if possible, consider taking an alternate route to avoid delays.

Job of the Week: Street Maintenance Worker. The street maintenance worker helps ensure Scottsdale’s infrastructure is safe, functional, and visually appealing for residents, businesses, and visitors. By repairing sidewalks, maintaining roads, and ensuring accessibility, this role directly supports the long-term value of Scottsdale’s public assets.

City employees enjoy competitive benefits while working in a supportive, high-performance organization focused on delivering on our mission – Simply Better Service for a World-Class Community. Learn more and apply.

QUICK LINKS:

• City Call Center – 480-312-3111
• Report things that need to be fixed, or submit other requests via Scottsdale EZ
• Traffic Restrictions Map
• Stay in the loop, subscribe to ADOT Loop 101 construction updates
• Brush and Bulk Schedule
• Scottsdale Weather