Scottsdale Transportation & Infrastructure delivered major improvements citywide in 2025

The department supported regional travel during the Loop 101 Improvement Project by working closely with ADOT to manage traffic, communicate closures and restore public art, while also protecting infrastructure through nearly 19,000 utility locate requests. Crews upgraded more than 780 streetlights to energy-efficient LED fixtures and expanded Scottsdale Trolley service, including a 70% increase in Spring Training game-day ridership and a new pilot route providing free access to the city’s food bank. Transportation planners advanced active transportation initiatives, secured $17.3 million in federal funding for the Thomas Road reconstruction project and continued promoting Scottsdale as a Gold-Level Bicycle Friendly Community. Pavement and accessibility efforts included installing more than 730 ADA-compliant curb ramps, treating over 820,000 square yards of roadway and completing accelerated resurfacing projects in Old Town. Throughout the year, emergency response teams and engineering staff supported storm recovery, major events and dozens of capital projects, delivering infrastructure that supports Scottsdale’s quality of life now and into the future.

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City offices will be closed Monday, Jan. 19, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Trash and recycling collection service will not be impacted by the holiday.

Learn about proposed updates to Scottsdale’s fire-defensible space rules at upcoming open houses.

The city is hosting two open houses where residents can learn about and comment on proposed changes to the Environmentally Sensitive Lands (ESL) Ordinance and the Fire Code. These updates focus on how fire-defensible space is managed within ESL areas.

The goal of the changes is to modernize the rules, so they better reflect current environmental conditions and address issues identified in the existing ordinance.

• 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 20, inside the Community Development Rooms, 1 and 2 at One Civic Center, 7447 E. Indian School Road

View the case info sheet for more details.

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 Jan. 12:

• Human Relations Commission Regular Meeting: 5 p.m. Monday, Jan. 12
• City Council Special Meeting: 4 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 13
• City Council Regular and Work Study Meeting: 5 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 13
• Economic Development Committee Meeting: 3 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 14
• Library Board Regular Meeting: 3 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 14
• Planning Commission Regular Meeting: 5 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 14
• Transportation Commission Regular Meeting: 5:15 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 15

Week of Jan. 19 - Check back next week for the full list:

• Council Committee on Community Safety Regular Meeting: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21
• Airport Advisory Commission Regular Meeting: 5 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21

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

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Scottsdale Automania!

Come take a scenic ride through Scottsdale’s long love of everything automotive, with Scottsdale historian Joan Fudala in the driver's seat. From the evolution of local vehicles and cars, to our historically popular car events, this photo-rich history should bring back lots of memories of your favorite cars…along with some surprising vehicle lore.

Be sure to drop in a few minutes early for a beverage and a light snack before the presentation.

Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction: Jan. 17–26.

WestWorld of Scottsdale once again hosts one of the world’s premier collector car auctions, featuring an extraordinary lineup of rare, vintage and exotic vehicles. Visitors don’t need to bid to join the excitement — attendees can take a Thrill Ride or Hot Lap with a professional driver in select Dodge, Toyota and Ford models, or drive a new Cadillac themselves. The event also includes an expansive exhibitor marketplace, live entertainment and a wide range of food and drink options.

The festivities kick off with the second annual Rock the Block concert featuring Cole Swindell on Friday, Jan. 16.

Tickets and details are available at BarrettJackson.com.

Scottsdale Serenade: Celebrating 75 years of Scottsdale Music and Musicians.

This concert will commemorate the City of Scottsdale’s 75th anniversary year with a special program narrated by the Scottsdale Historian, Joan Fudala, and interspersed with music written over the years about and in Scottsdale. Featuring a unique blend of Scottsdale musical treasures: from classical, choral, instrumental, and chamber music to presentations by Native American, Mariachi, and Western Cowboy musicians, this will be an afternoon of musical and historical discoveries which will help deepen our appreciation of Scottsdale’s culture.

• 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 25, at Sanctuary of the Pinnacle Presbyterian Church

Scottsdale Western Week activities take place Jan. 24-Feb. 1.

Every year, Western Week stokes the embers of our rich heritage and ensures our western legacy glows as brightly as it did a century ago. The celebration includes:

• Gold Palette ArtWalk
• Pony Express
• Parade del Sol Parade
• Trail's End Festival
• Arizona Indian Festival

Learn more about these events.

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. The next Gold Palette ArtWalk is Jan. 29, during Western Week.

Ongoing Events

• 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.

Get more events information.

What’s in my backyard?

Get answers to that question at a relaxed community open house with food, kid-friendly activities, a fire station tour and the chance to talk one-on-one with city staff. Learn about projects, services, and events happening in your neighborhood while connecting with friends and neighbors close to home. The event takes place 5:30 – 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21, at Fire Station 603, 8191 E. Indian Bend Road. This is the second in a series, each tailored to a specific area. Register online.

Job of the Week: Airport Operations Tech Sr.

This position plays a vital role in keeping Scottsdale Airport safe, secure, and operating smoothly around the clock. The role oversees daily airfield operations by inspecting runways, taxiways, and facilities; coordinating technician schedules; responding to incidents and emergencies; and enforcing safety, security, and noise abatement regulations. Serving as an on-site authority and overnight security presence, this position communicates closely with pilots, tenants, air traffic control, emergency responders, and the public to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal aviation standards.

Learn more and apply.

Recycle right in 2026.

Scottsdale is sharing helpful reminders on solid waste and recycling best practices for 2026. By keeping recyclables clean, avoiding common mistakes, and properly disposing of hazardous waste and electronics, residents can help protect the community and the environment while keeping recycling running smoothly. Want to start the year with better recycling habits? Watch the reel for helpful tips and simple ways to recycle right!

Around the clock training at the Regional Training Center.

Last week, Scottsdale Fire crews trained day and night at the Scottsdale Regional Training Center to sharpen skills and strengthen readiness. Night drills challenged L615, E612, and E605 to operate under limited visibility and high-stress conditions, while daytime training brought Ladder 608 and Rescue 608 together with new recruits to reinforce fundamentals, teamwork, and decision-making. See how our firefighters prepare for real-world emergencies.