Scottsdale has begun sewer infrastructure improvements along Thomas Road, preparing the corridor for a comprehensive roadway reconstruction project while increasing the reliability and capacity of the city's wastewater system.

Scottsdale news for the week of Aug. 3, 2026.

With nearly all ballots tabulated by Maricopa County following Scottsdale's July 21 Primary Election, Scottsdale voters have returned one incumbent to the City Council, while the remaining two council seats will be decided in the Nov. 3 General Election.

The Bureau of Reclamation is expected to soon release its post-2026 operating guidelines for the Colorado River. Scottsdale has been anticipating this decision and is prepared to carefully evaluate what it means for the city's long-term water supplies.

Scottsdale residents are seeing the first wave of improvements funded by the voter-approved Parks and Preserve Sales Tax (Proposition 490), with investments already enhancing neighborhood parks through new trees, upgraded recreation amenities, improved landscaping and expanded maintenance efforts.

Scottsdale news for the week of July 27, 2026. Scottsdale voters elected incumbent Solange Whitehead to another term on the City Council in the July 21 Primary Election. Two remaining council seats will be decided in the Nov. 3 General...

Scottsdale is seeking residents to fill 17 volunteer openings across 11 advisory boards and commissions, including the Planning Commission and Library Board. Applications are due Friday, Aug. 28, and City Council will nominate candidates for interviews and appoint new members...

Scottsdale approved a year-round Old Town marketing strategy to boost visitation and support local businesses. It launches with the Friends and Family summer campaign and a public dashboard tracking engagement and results.

Scottsdale's July 21 Primary Election is here! Check registration and poll sites at Scottsdale.Vote. Highlights: Rawhide Wash earned Project of the Year, SFD set new wildfire rules for hot work, and water conservation skips fall overseeding.

Scottsdale's Primary Election is Tuesday, July 21, to elect three City Council members from eight candidates. Voting centers are open 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Drop off remaining early ballots or vote in person. Resources at Scottsdale.Vote.