"Scottsdale will work with Maricopa County on this solution as quickly as possible.". Winds SW at 10 to 20 mph. Home prices are falling or stagnant in (recent) months in Scottsdale and inventory is increasing. Scottsdale's City Council is made up of six members who are elected in citywide races, rather than district-specific ones. Council members are allowed three four-year terms, which means Councilwoman Linda Milhaven is termed out. Early ballots will go out July 6. Get an email notification whenever someone contributes to the discussion. Pamela CarterBarry Graham. 2023 www.azcentral.com. "And we also have to undo the supply drain that resulted from short-term rentals. He also raised nearly three times more campaign funds than Carter as of Septemberand garneredthe support of multiple high-profile community members such as Councilmember Littlefield. "Arizona is in the middle of an unprecedented drought and the water levels in the lakes we depend on for our water supply are dropping rapidly. Scottsdale has retired professionals serving as volunteer coaches, some city-funded jobs, and coordination with many jurisdictions and non-profits. She will be up for her third consecutive council term in 2026. Low near 40F. We train public safety officials on de-escalation tactics to allow appropriate outreach without jeopardizing the safety of the homeless, the officers or the public. I love this city, I love the charm, the beauty, I want to make sure it stays Scottsdale, Zubia said. Graham is Scottsdale's newest City Council member, having secured the position for the first time just last year when he beat his opponent by a double-digit margin. "In the last two city elections voters sent a clear message:STOP overdevelopment, particularly the tall, dense, high-traffic apartments approved by past council majorities. AZ International Auto Show & New Car Buyer's Guide 2020 Model Year, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Littlefield is one of the longest-serving officials on Scottsdale's current City Council. I am a native of Arizona and grew up in Scottsdale. Email Mayor Ortega: dortega@ScottsdaleAz.gov Email All City Council Members: citycouncil@ScottsdaleAz.gov or select a council member for individual email . The Greenbelt 88 apartment complex is a case in point for Graham. She is one of Scottsdale's youngest sitting leaders whose experience includes serving three years on the city's Development Review Board before her election in 2020. Carter: "As I am talking to voters in Scottsdale, I am hearing more complaints about the out-of-control atmospheres surrounding their neighborhoods. Scottsdale, AZ 85251. Mostly cloudy. You have permission to edit this article. Even so, Harris stressed she hardly faulted the city: We are wards of the county, as you said, Mr. Mayorand wisely so, Harris said, directing her comments to a smiling Ortega. Caputi is serving her first term on Scottsdale's City Council and will be eligible for reelection in 2024. He added that monitoring the city's newshort-term rental regulations will also be among his first priorities in office. Otherwise the top vote-getters move on to a runoff election in November. They receivedenough votes to win outright and avoid a runoff. Families with children prefer a three-to-four-bedroom home. By Brent Stockwell, assistant city manager, 480-312-7288. The Primary Election is scheduled for Aug. 2 and any seat not filled by a candidate who gets more than 50% of the vote then goes to the General Election ballot, when school board races also will be decided along with a number of statewide and legislative races. Scottsdale is focused on providing assistance to prevent homelessness, services to provide permanent shelter and jobs, and the city is also protecting public parks and spaces from homeless issues seen in other cities. It will also diffuse the justification for overdeveloping the city by making some of the 4,000 STRs available to residents. 420 on Scottsdale's ballot two years before the pair of first-term council members were elected. SB 1168 passed the Senate and is awaiting a House vote after amendment details are finalized.". Audit Committee, Council Subcommittee on Economic Development, Joint Scottsdale Unified School District/City Council Committee, Subcommittee on Regional Aviation, WestWorld Subcommittee Term. Here are He wants to ensure the police and fire departments remain funded at necessary levels, stating, They are the ones that keep us safe., He also wants to ensure small businesses have a voice on council because a lot of times they feel left out, they dont feel like they are heard.. Mayor W. J. The Arizona Republic asked candidates to share their views on key topics in Scottsdale. Littlefield has also worked in budget management for a city in Texas, as an office manager for a local photography business and as a finance director for a Scottsdale-based nonprofit. To view the site or page in another language, adjust your browser language settings for the language you prefer to use. If we dont, our residential areas will be changed forever and our citizens lifestyle will decline. We can reverse the damage by implementing a 3 strikes youre out law, implementing a city-based registration requirement with fees that fund the needed enforcement officers, and discretion on who and where STRs can operate.". One of those conditions was that Scottsdale would have to find a third-party water . To view the site or page in another language, adjust your browser language settings for the language you prefer to use. Being on staff with the 2020 election team has equipped me to be on the alert for the socialistic and communistic bent of the Scottsdale City Council enacting ordinances, such as the anti-discrimination ordinance #4497 to allow men and boys in women's bathrooms which passed 7-0 by our Council in 2021. We must ensure that we keep taxes low, that residents get value for their tax dollars, that quality of services are high and that our decisions strengthen our financial security. Daniel Ishac ran for election for an at-large seat of the Scottsdale City Council in Arizona. On Tuesday, Feb. 21, the City Council will consider authorizing the city manager to execute an agreement with Maricopa County that would re-open a supply of water for non-city residents in unincorporated Rio Verde Foothills, while remaining in compliance with Scottsdale's drought management plan. Be Nice. Low near 40F. Fines for violators should be instituted. … New projects should be encouraged to provide attainable housing options.". Graham:"Regrettably, the state Legislature has severely limited what cities can do about the "short-term rental"problem. Chance of rain 100%. City Council - Special Meeting - 03-07-23: Date: March 7, 2023: Time: 4:00 PM: Location: Scottsdale City Hall - Kiva Forum Map it 3939 N. Drinkwater Boulevard Scottsdale, AZ . Our future financial strength will rely on our ability to balance investments from our business community with maintaining and enhancing our quality of life. Diversifying our business community adds strength, stability and certainty. He also promises to make himself accessible to all residents and treat everyone with respect and dignity. A successful program in collaboration with the Mission is called Scottsdale Works Brick by Brick. Raoul Zubia:"We all want responsible growth, but that looks different in various parts of our community. The city's leadership has completely flipped its direction over the past decade as the majority of its members are serving their first four-year term. "I wholeheartedly endorse Pamela Carter for Scottsdale City Council. He describes himself as resident-friendly and tourism-friendly and feels like the current council is not listening to the residents. Rainfall near a half an inch. On her website Carter said she opposes the development projects that Council has approved. Get the latest Scottsdale news & events in your inbox each week -- just enter your email above. Our clients were celebrities, on-air personalities and national sports teams who . (David Minton/Progress Staff Photographer) The number of possible short-term solutions to get water to the Rio Verde . If so, Rio Valley Foothills now has a pulse. POB 220 Scottsdale, AZ 85255-3517 Email Us. Due to a planned power outage on Friday, 1/14, between 8am-1pm PST, some services may be impacted. F: 480-312-7885. I believe we need to develop available land in accordance with our current zoning and protect our current residential subdivisions and Home Owner's Associations. Two-year initial term with an optional third year. Key points of the temporary (stressed several times) proposed plan that Maricopa County must accept: The city contracts only with the county; county may contract with certified commercial water haulers to deliver to Rio Verde customers; no self-haul.. For official meeting agendas and minutes, search for "agendas" on the home page. To view the site or page in another language, adjust your browser language settings for the language you prefer to use. Weve had a good start on that, but still have a long way to go before it becomes a development standard.". However, recently, we on the Scottsdale City Council unanimously approved an ordinance amendment to require "short-term rental"and vacation owners to provide to the city contact information which includes names, email addresses and phone numbers. It is imperative that infill development enhance the downtowns character with lower heights, higher designs, and add value with open space, public art, robust landscaping and pedestrian corridors. What new steps would you take to combat homelessness, if any? In-person voting will be available atFlorence Ely Nelson Desert Park andIndian Bend Wash Visitor Center beginning Oct. 12. ", Carter: "I was the only candidate to mention the bill to regulate party houses which allowed cities to place stricter regulations for those running a mini hotel SB 1168 additionally allows permits to be suspended if a short-term rental has at least three health and safety violations within a 12-month span. Weve increased emergency repair grants and provide utility and food assistance. "Old Town is the heart and soul of our city. or select a council member for individual email information. Until recently, Graham was a member of the citys Planning Commission and also chaired the city Transportation Commission and Building Advisory Board of Appeals. Scottsdale is one of Arizona's most affluent cities and is a well-known tourist destination. Keep it Clean. Graham held a significant leadleadover his opponent Pamela Carter throughout the race. on the Internet. This directly led to the standpipe shut off. Chance of rain 100%. "In the meantime, the City Council and management must relentlessly lobby the Legislature to transfer more authority to cities to manage the problem.". Caputi is the president and owner of Yale Electric West, a distribution company for commercial-grade electrical equipment that she founded in 2001. What would you do differently? He is another conservation-minded official and close ally of Janik, with whom he worked to get Prop. To register to vote, visit recorder.maricopa.gov. The local initiatives range from providing assistance for city employees who must travel out-of-state for the procedure, to directing police not to enforce an abortion ban. Similar to the majority of his council colleagues, Graham is a limited-development official who prioritized preserving the city's character during his campaign. Contingent on the city obtaining up to 600 acre-feet of raw water (200 a/f per year) from third-party source. Thoughtful, fact-based decision making with input from residents.". Meanwhile, Amy Carney and Carine Werner - the two candidates in the Scottsdale Unified Governing Board race endorsed by the conservative Purple for . There are no reviews yet. We work with the Phoenix Rescue Mission which has led to placements in shelters, residential programs, and even some permanent housing placements. John Hauser The city also made big strides in water conservation to the detriment of some nearby neighbors. Here are racist or sexually-oriented language. After working on the Trump campaign and the audit of the 2020 general election, Carter said she felt God calling her to run for office. On Tuesday, Feb. 21, the Scottsdale City Council will consider authorizing an agreement with Maricopa County that would re-open a supply of water for non-city residents in unincorporated Rio Verde Foothills, while remaining in compliance with Scottsdale's drought management plan. During the public comments period that preceded Councils vote, 10 Rio Verde Foothills residents spoke. Full-Time. What would you do to help the situation? F: 480-312-2738, Council Offices ", Airbnb opposition: Non-fatal shooting in Scottsdale turns residents and elected officials away from vacation rentals. If approved by the Scottsdale City Council, water via Scottsdale can be available to Maricopa County as soon as they can approve the agreement and establish a method for making this water available to Rio Verde Foothills residents. (Subscribe / Unsubscribe). To get into this political position, both Ms. Carter and Mr. Graham emerged from a field of seven candidates whereas at the Scottsdale primary . These services help many but not enough to combat steep rent hikes especially impacting seniors. They also meet with our career staff at Vista del Camino for specific job-related services. PLEASE TURN OFF YOUR CAPS LOCK. The Iowa native spent his career working as a "tax controversy" lawyer for the international firm Mayer Brown before retiring in 2015. She won in the primary on August 2, 2022.. Whitehead completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. that is degrading to another person. October 28, 2022. "General Fund monies are part of the citys operating budget. Our police force needs to be fully staffed and made attractive to candidates by giving them a more substantial increase in salary and benefits.". Beyond development-related issues, Graham will help shape the city's future bytackling top issues that range from staffing shortages towater conservation. The Chicago native is a chemist by trade who previously worked in the pharmaceutical industry before taking a role as a high school math and science teacher for nearly a decade. Would you support any similar actions in Scottsdale? document.write((new Date()).getFullYear()); Today, Scottsdale treats up to 20 million gallons a day to a water quality that exceeds that of bottled water and have 5.4 billion gallons to our water portfolio by treating contaminated well water. Other voting locations and hoursare available on the county's web page. Ishac: "The biggest issue by far is our economic sustainability. He will be eligible for reelection in 2026. person will not be tolerated. Voter registrationswere dueby July 5 and those on the Early Voting List who also belong to a political party will automatically get ballots in the mail. "As your councilwoman, I will always put the rights of homeowners, local business owners and residents as top priority. Littlefield: "The supply of homes is being reduced by short-term rentals and corporate buyers squeezing families out of the housing market. ", Carter: "I am a huge proponent of home ownership, having worked and saved to purchase my first home before the age of 23. We must partner with other cities and towns to create a statewide coalition that can successfully lobby the Legislature for new laws that allow more local control.". She assumed office in 2015. The council's 6-1 vote came during an April 6 meeting. City Council Candidates. Tourists pay roughly 24% of our sales taxes and pay for what residents enjoy every day. County to pay city $1,000 per month plus $21.25 per 1,000 gallons of potable water. Incentivizing developers to include workforce units in their projects may be a solution, but only if the city approves enough developments. Be Truthful. ", Stratton: "The city should continue to work with our social services and faith based organizations to give residents facing homelessness assistance so they can stay in their homes. Campaign 2022 begins for Scottsdale Council. "If the city makes addressing homelessness a priority, it can be reduced.". Littlefield: "The most pressing problem facing Scottsdale today is overdevelopment. Reach Sam atsam.kmack@arizonarepublic.com. Barry Graham has won the Scottsdale City Council race, defeating Pamela Carter 58% to 42%, according to the latest unofficial results released Monday night by the Maricopa County Recorder's office. Moreover, neighborhoods are becoming toxic to families with children due to the concentration of short-term rentals. I believe in upholding Scottsdale's strict standards for development everywhere within the city, and limiting height and density in many areas, particularly the historic old town. "Recently, Scottsdale created a police unit specifically to respond to community complaints related to short-term rentals. Where do you stand on increased development in Scottsdale, particularly in Old Town? We cannot have a one size fits all type of mentality. Developers want to build apartments where they can gain both a high rent and capital appreciation. I am not in favor of the city spending taxpayer dollars to build a regional homeless shelter. We have assistance already in place in the General Fund.". Click here at posted meeting time to watch the meeting LIVE . Carter is a businesswoman who owns an athletic facility in Scottsdale and runs anonprofit called Creative Genius Media, which produces faith-based and family-friendly films and other content. web pages In other parts of Scottsdale, while upholding our quality standards, we can be more flexible with height to allow mid-rise buildings, while still preserving the beauty and open space that make Scottsdale great. We must continue to improve our enforcement of the new ordinances. Notifications from this discussion will be disabled. That lead may shrink as smaller batches of results roll in throughout the week, but Carter will not be able to close the gap given the tiny number of votes left to be counted. Solange Whitehead. PLEASE TURN OFF YOUR CAPS LOCK. Why is Kari Lake afraid of a Republic reporter moderating a debate? We'd love to hear eyewitness "For workforce housing, including for members of public safety, healthcare and education, we should encourage and persuade developers to set aside units. Rio Verde residents say they have been scrambling since, eating off paper plates, begging neighbors for water and going without showers as they simultaneously pleaded with Scottsdale to resume service while looking for other alternatives. Bachelor's. Kathy Littlefield is an at-large member of the Scottsdale City Council in Arizona. "I am committed to changing that situation by respecting residents input and ideas and factoring them into my decision-making on the City Council.". "Our Police Department works with the homeless to assist them to find appropriate city services for their individual needs. accounts, the history behind an article. Incumbents Kathy Littlefield and Solange Whitehead are looking to retain their seats while newcomers Pamela Carter, Barry Graham, Daniel Ishac, Tim Stratton and Raoul Zubia are also in the hunt. "'No growth'may sound good on a bumper sticker, but it is not a realistic option because when communities stop growing, they get stagnant and decline.". Economic strength is necessary to provide all of those things, along with maintaining our infrastructure and addressing longer term needs like water conservation. I am Pamela Carter, and this is why I am running in the race for Scottsdale City Council. The Aug. 2 election for three seats on the City Council is all about the path Scottsdale takes. As the price of homes and the rental rates for apartments go up, fewer people can afford them. Job creators choose Scottsdale because of the ample economic opportunity and ability to attract top talent. His replacement ofMilhaven one of Scottsdale's two pro-development officialswill likely tilt the council further against new construction in the city. We must continue to collaborate with our regional partners for ways to address homelessness.". "For those experiencing homelessness, the city works to get people sheltered, fed, and job-ready. Mayor's Office P: 480-312-2433 F: 480-312-2738. Her current term ends in 2027. Chance of rain 100%. Blaring music, party buses, alcohol and drugs are pouring into our serene neighborhoods. Since then, Scottsdale has been working with state and county representatives to provide a temporary solution for Rio Verde Foothills residents. And some of the resources provide assistance in exchange for effort by the homeless such as the "Brick-by-Brick" program. Per that state-mandated plan, Scottsdale restricted access to its water for non-city residents on Jan. 1. "We also need members of council who understand government finance and how to maintain proper budgets and use taxpayer dollars wisely. All rights reserved. The newly elected council member is anaccountant who has served on Scottsdale's Planning Commission since 2020. Banner Behavioral Health Hospital in Scottsdale, AZ was remodeled and expanded in 2017, providing new, state-of-the art units for our patients and staff! Whitehead: "Water, short-term rentals, and overdevelopment. "Weve done what we can but it is imperative that the next governor restore local control to cities and towns. Pamela Carter: "I am a native Arizonan and grew up in Scottsdale, for this reason, I am opposed to high-rise, high density apartment development in Old Town. Share with Us. If any candidates receive the majority of citywide votes cast in August's election, they wouldwin a seat without having to compete in the runoff. In that case, we respect their legal right to use public spaces. Add to My Calendar: Download to My Calendar They will also fill three open City Council seats from a field that includes Tammy Caputi, Tom Durham, Betty Janik, Becca Linnig, John Little and incumbent Guy Phillips. Don't Threaten. Sign up for free today. More people want to live in Arizona, and Scottsdale in particular and there is not enough housing stock to satisfy the demand. Click here to read the survey answers. City Council Candidates: Pamela Carter Barry Graham . "Social workers and police collaborate to work with the homeless to connect them with services and programs that will address their immediate needs for a safe place to sleep and eat, as well as to provide services to address the underlying reasons for their homelessness. City of Scottsdale - Mayor and City Council 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd. Search the history of over 797 billion "We should not be building shelters within Scottsdale or providing any local housing for the homeless when we cant even provide housing for essential employees of our businesses and the city. Keep it Clean. Littlefield: "Scottsdale has contracted with several different agencies to make more solutions available to folks. "Scottsdale is reliant on tourism and real estate, two sectors that are extremely sensitive to boom-and-bust cycles. Thanks to the leadership of DC Ranch and the Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce, voters will have a second chance to hear the seven City Council candidates give their positions on issues during another live forum July 20. Uploaded by "Pursuant to state law, what was discussed in the executive session is confidential. "My first priority is restoring trust in local government. Were a city of people, relationships, families, not developers, she said in a video on her website. She is running on a platform of protecting neighborhoods from what she sees as harmful development, defending Scottsdales special character, approving conservative fiscal policies, promoting tourism and small business, and above all, supporting public safety to protect residents and neighborhoods. "We must have some development to stay economically viable. P: 480-312-2550 Homelessness is not just a Scottsdale issue, nor did Scottsdale create it. Among the candidates are two incumbents, Kathy Littlefield and Solange Whitehead, and five newcomers, Pamela Carter,Barry Graham, Daniel Ishac, Tim Stratton andRaoul Zubia. Chance of rain 100%. Copyright One self hauler said her expenses will go from $90 to $1,500. Most expressed appreciation, though several had questions about details of the proposal. 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