Scottsdale achieves workplace safety milestone.

For the first time in nearly 15 years, the city of Scottsdale’s total workplace injury rate has dropped below the benchmark set by the Industrial Commission of Arizona, marking a major milestone in employee safety. Scottsdale achieved a rate of 0.93, outperforming the state benchmark of 1.10. Key initiatives included expanded safety training, proactive hazard identification, improved reporting processes and stronger interdepartmental collaboration.

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 Feb. 23:

• Budget Review Commission Regular Meeting: 10 a.m. Monday, Feb. 23
• City Council Special Meeting: 4 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24
• City Council Regular and Work Study Meeting: 5 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24
• Audit Committee Regular Meeting: 3 p.m. Friday, Feb. 27

Week of March 2 – Check back next week for the full list:

• City Council Special Meeting: 4 p.m. Tuesday, March 3

Learn about the responsibilities of city Boards and Commissions and how you can serve.

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Celebrate Founders Day!

This free event recognizes Scottsdale's founder, Chaplain Winfield Scott, and his wife Helen with a focus on them as Scottsdale's first equestrians. This is the 116th anniversary of the opening of the Little Red Schoolhouse.

This event is presented by the city of Scottsdale, in partnership with the Scottsdale Historical Society and the Daughters of the American Revolution, Winfield Scott Chapter.

• 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 26, at the Little Red School House, 7333 E. Scottsdale Mall

EMO Picnic.

Join Parks and Recreation for our first-ever Emo Picnic 5:30-8:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 27. It's a nostalgic, feel-all-the-feels evening celebrating early-2000s emo music. Enjoy live acoustic emo covers by Mike Goodrick, grab a bite from food vendors, sip drinks in the 21+ cocktail garden, snap photos at the emo-themed photo booth, and take part in fun, themed activities. This all-ages, laid-back event invites you to bring a blanket, dress the part if you'd like, and relive the songs that defined a generation.

Save the date for Spring Training Movie Night.

Grab a blanket, friends and family, and enjoy a showing under the stars of the movie, A League of Their Own. The film starts at 7 p.m., but early arrivers can grab a sweet treat and cozy drink before the show. Attendance is free with pre-registration requested to help us plan a first-class experience! Tickets will not be required to participate.

• 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, at Scottsdale Civic Center
• Register online.

Explore galleries during Scottsdale ArtWalk.

Scottsdale is home to more than 100 galleries, dedicated to exhibiting the finest visual art from around the world and locally. Stroll at your own pace. 7-9 p.m. Thursdays. Specialty-themed Gold Palette ArtWalks are held 6:30-9 p.m. about once a month.

Ongoing

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

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Neighborhood College: Scottsdale - Fact or Fiction.

This class will examine several tall tales and determine if they are fact or fiction. Stories include: Did Scottsdale's namesake serve in the Union Army as a general in the Civil War? Was Scottsdale a dry town until the 1930s? Is there a tree on Main Street that's over 100 years old? Did a reporter lose their job over how a street was named?
Presenter, Bruce Wall, city of Scottsdale.

• 6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24, at Scottsdale Community Design Studio, 7506 E. Indian School Road
• Register online.

Neighborhood College: HOA/Condo Finances Made Simple - From Budgets to Fraud Prevention.

A must-attend session for any board member or manager looking to strengthen their financial know-how! This class breaks down everything you need to know about association budgets, financial statements, and board fiduciary duties. You'll also learn proven strategies for preventing theft and fraud, improving financial transparency, and ensuring your association's long-term stability.
Presenter: Mulcahy Law Firm.

• 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25, at Mustang Library, 10101 N. 90th St.
• Register online.

Neighborhood College: Laws and Community Associations - How to Avoid a Fair Housing Lawsuit.

This is the class that every HOA/Condominium board needs to attend this year! Fair housing lawsuits and Attorney General complaints are something no HOA/condo community wants. Unfortunately, they can be easily violated if you do not fully understand them. This seminar will discuss federal and state fair housing laws, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and how to avoid fair housing lawsuits and Attorney General complaints.
Presenter: Shaw & Lines Law Firm.

• 6 p.m. Monday, March 2, at Scottsdale Community Design Studio, 7506 E. Indian School Road
• Register online.

Job of the Week: Library Page (PT).

Love books, organization, and helping create welcoming spaces? As a part-time library page with Scottsdale Public Library, you'll play an essential role in keeping materials accessible and the library inviting for everyone who walks through our doors. From checking in and shelving materials to assisting customers with library tools and equipment, you'll help ensure a smooth and positive experience for patrons of all ages. By keeping the collection organized, accurate, and easy to access, library pages help connect residents to books, technology, and lifelong learning opportunities.

Learn more and apply.

New Engine 609 joins Scottsdale Fire fleet.

Scottsdale Fire has placed a brand-new Engine 609 in service at Airport Fire Station 609, replacing the 2015 unit with the latest in fire apparatus technology. This modern engine enhances response to structure fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergencies, while providing improved reliability, firefighter safety, and crew comfort. Get a closer look at its cutting-edge features!

Celebrating Library Lovers' Month.

Scottsdale Public Library is celebrating Library Lovers' Month by sharing what makes the library special, from books and resources to programs and community connections. It's a reminder of why the library is more than just a place to check out books—it's a hub for learning, creativity and community. Watch the reel to find out what staff members love most about the library.

Throwback to Scottsdale Parks of the '70s and '80s.

Last week, Scottsdale Parks & Recreation shared a nostalgic look back at Comanche Park with vintage photos from the 1970s and 1980s. The images highlighted the original playground, parking lot and even an aerial view, offering a glimpse into the park's early days. Built in 1976 and located in McCormick Ranch, this park was one of three made possible through a landmark land donation that helped shape Scottsdale's park system. Check out the photos.