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Oct 26, 2026

Scottsdale Update - Oct. 26, 2026

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Scottsdale to explore additional safeguards for data centers.

Scottsdale City Council directed the city attorney to explore potential safeguards for data centers, including requirements related to water use, noise and safety. The city has two existing facilities, no pending applications and no current discussions with prospective developers, while existing zoning and development rules do not specifically distinguish smaller data centers from large-scale campuses that can require significantly more electricity and resources. Staff will review regulations used by other communities, coordinate with city departments and utility providers and return to Council with options for further consideration.

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Scottsdale City Council reviews water supply options, sets path forward.

Scottsdale City Council supported advancing water conservation, infrastructure improvements, expanded water reuse and advanced purification projects as the city prepares for potential Colorado River supply reductions. Options include improving distribution of existing water supplies, recovering water from city-owned land in Harquahala Valley, adding a wastewater pump-back station capable of returning four million gallons daily for treatment and reuse and evaluating advanced purification systems with estimated construction costs of $133 million to $164 million for two options.

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Care about Scottsdale’s future? Bring your perspective to the table.

Scottsdale is accepting applications through Friday, Nov. 13, for volunteer boards, commissions and committees that help shape local decisions and the community’s future. There are openings across 13 groups focused on issues including transportation, environmental protection, historic preservation, libraries, veterans’ services and oversight of voter-approved bond projects.

Learn more and submit an application.

Government 202: Understanding and connecting with your city.

What is Scottsdale's form of government? Where can you find information about city projects and initiatives, or about City Council, board or commission meetings? Who handles city elections and how does one begin their journey to run for office? How can you offer input or get more involved? These are just a few of the topics that will be covered in "Government 202: Understanding and Connecting with Your City." This deep dive session will feature presentations and discussions with the Scottsdale city clerk and Community Involvement.

  • 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 26, at the Scottsdale Community Design Studio, 7506 E. Indian School Road
  • Register online.

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 Oct. 26

Week of Nov. 2 – Check back next week for the full list

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

Find more public meetings.

Things to Do

Bentley Polo Championships.

This year’s Bentley Scottsdale Polo Championships promises an unforgettable weekend filled with tradition, excitement and style. Enjoy thrilling polo matches, live performances, luxury fashion shows and stunning displays of exotic cars. Don’t miss the high-energy Riot House DayClub, or unwind to live guitar at the Sanderson Black Label Lounge.

  • 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at WestWorld of Scottsdale
  • Learn more.

U.S. Navy Band Commodores: Live in Scottsdale.

The Commodores will perform at the Scottsdale Civic Center, offering a free opportunity to experience an outstanding ensemble of professional Navy musicians. The Commodores are a 19-member ensemble that has performed for the Navy and the nation for more than 50 years. Their music celebrates the breadth of American jazz, featuring everything from World War II-era swing and classic big band standards associated with Duke Ellington, Count Basie and Thad Jones to vocal jazz honoring Ella Fitzgerald and Sarah Vaughan. The band also showcases original compositions written by its own musicians.

  • 6:30 and 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10, at 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd.
  • No tickets required. Learn more.

Old Town Scottsdale Farmers Market.

The Old Town Scottsdale Farmers Market is a crowd favorite on Saturday mornings in Old Town Scottsdale! Bustling with locals, it features over 100 local growers and specialty food producers. Whether it is the aroma of freshly baked bread that you can't resist or you are on the hunt for seasonal ingredients, you are sure to find it at the market. Please note: The farmers market has moved to its new location at the Scottsdale City Hall parking lot.

  • 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Saturdays at 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd.
  • Learn more.

Join the Scottsdale 75 Picture Scavenger Hunt.

Never been to Taliesin West? Or the Mustang Wall at Mustang Library? The Scottsdale 75th Anniversary Picture Scavenger Hunt is underway, offering a fun way to explore places you’ve never visited and revisit longtime favorites across the city. This all-ages community challenge highlights the people, places and history that have shaped Scottsdale.

Using the Seeker app, participants visit 75 designated locations, take selfies to earn points and can pick up some city swag while learning more about the West’s Most Western Town. Complete all 75 stops and bonus activities to be entered to win grand prizes.

To play along, create a free account. Be sure to send it out to your family and friends to participate as well.

Explore galleries during Scottsdale ArtWalk.

Scottsdale is home to more than 50 galleries, dedicated to exhibiting the finest visual art from Arizona and around the world. Stroll at your own pace. 7-9 p.m. most Thursdays throughout the year. Specialty-themed Gold Palette ArtWalks are held 6:30-9 p.m. about once a month.

Ongoing

Get more events information.

Programs & Services

Free fall workshops help Scottsdale residents save water.

Scottsdale Water is offering a series of free fall workshops to help residents conserve water, improve landscape efficiency, understand utility bills and learn more about the city’s long-term water supply. From September through November, workshops will cover topics including converting grass to xeriscape, selecting desert-friendly plants, detecting leaks, understanding rebates and learning about Scottsdale’s diversified water portfolio. The series also includes a guided tour of the Scottsdale Xeriscape Garden, where residents can see practical examples of water-efficient landscaping.

Learn more and register online.

Register for fall Neighborhood College classes.

Strong neighborhoods start with engaged residents. Scottsdale’s Neighborhood College gives residents, neighborhood groups and homeowners associations the knowledge, resources and tools to help address community issues and become effective neighborhood leaders.

Learn from professional and volunteer instructors through classes covering city programs and services, volunteer opportunities, personal safety, HOA guidelines and more. Classes are free, but registration is required.

View the class schedule and register online at ScottsdaleAZ.gov, search “Neighborhood College.”

FYI

Job of the Week: Accountant Senior.

In this role, you’ll handle complex financial reporting, reconciliations, month-end closings, year-end audits and preparation of the city’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. By strengthening financial reporting and providing reliable analysis, you’ll help city leaders make informed decisions and support the effective use of public resources for essential services and community priorities.

Learn more and apply.

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Recognizing Scottsdale’s Code Enforcement team.

October is National Code Compliance Month, a time to recognize Scottsdale Police Department’s Code Enforcement team for helping protect the community’s health, safety and quality of life. Inspectors address issues ranging from property maintenance and zoning to signage and short-term rentals, working with property owners to resolve concerns through education and voluntary compliance whenever possible. The city recently thanked its inspectors and support staff for their year-round dedication to keeping Scottsdale safe and thriving.

Scottsdale’s trash pickup through the decades.

Scottsdale has a long history of finding innovative ways to deliver city services. Back in the 1960s, city staff built a garbage truck with a mechanical arm that allowed drivers to lift and empty containers without doing it manually. Today, Scottsdale operates more than 50 fully automated trucks powered by compressed natural gas, building on that early innovation to make trash collection more efficient. As Scottsdale celebrates 75 years, the city’s latest nostalgic reel looks back at how waste collection has evolved over the decades.

Scottsdale firefighters advance in paramedic training.

Seventeen Scottsdale firefighters are nearing completion of the Mesa Fire and Medical Department’s paramedic program and will soon begin field preceptorships on their assigned engines or ladder trucks alongside experienced paramedics. Their training covers advanced life support, cardiac emergencies, airway management, trauma care and other critical medical interventions. This additional training strengthens Scottsdale’s emergency medical response capabilities and helps ensure residents and visitors receive high-quality care when emergencies happen.

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