City of Scottsdale - Government

City of Scottsdale - Government Located in the beautiful Sonoran Desert, Scottsdale, Arizona is bordered by Phoenix to the west and the McDowell Mountains on the east.

Welcome to Scottsdale, "The West’s Most Western Town!"

Follow along for city news, services, events and stories from our community. 🌵

Learn more at ScottsdaleAZ.gov. Scottsdale is annually rated among the nation’s most desirable communities to live in, visit and do business in. Check out our latest awards and accolades: http://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/about/rankings

Scottsdale’s vibrant downtown i

s considered the finest urban center in Arizona. It is home to more than 90 restaurants, 320 retail shops and more than 80 art galleries. Visit http://www.ScottsdaleDowntown.com

Scottsdale’s McDowell Sonoran Preserve, in the city’s northern reaches, is the largest urban wilderness area in the United States and features more than 60 miles of trails through diverse and scenic desert terrain. Learn more about Scottsdale’s McDowell Sonoran Preserve: http://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/preserve

Read the City of Scottsdale Social Media Comment and Feedback policy here:
https://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/policies

09/04/2026

Today, on National Food Bank Day, we’re highlighting Jonathan Montoya, Food Bank Operations Senior for the city of Scottsdale.

Jonathan has been serving our community for 26 years and says one of the best parts of his job is connecting with residents and volunteers.

His days start early, heading out with volunteers and staff to collect roughly 1,500 to 2,500 pounds of produce for Food Bank clients almost daily.

For Jonathan, the work is about more than providing food. He enjoys helping people through times of crisis and believes food shouldn’t be another expense people have to worry about when they’re already balancing other needs.

He says many people don’t realize there are Scottsdale residents who need assistance. Being able to provide support to anyone who needs it is what makes the work meaningful.

Thank you, Jonathan, for 26 years of service and for the difference you make in our community. 💙

09/04/2026

September is National Preparedness Month. 🚨

Ever wonder where the city coordinates its response during an emergency? Take a behind-the-scenes look at Scottsdale’s Emergency Operations Center and see where teams come together to monitor situations, coordinate resources and support our community.

Preparedness starts before an emergency happens. Take a tour, then learn how you can prepare at Ready.gov.

👉 Learn more about Scottsdale's Emergency Management programming at ScottsdaleAZ.gov, search "Emergency Prepardeness."

🚨 September is Emergency Preparedness Month!Being prepared starts before an emergency happens. This month, the city of S...
09/03/2026

🚨 September is Emergency Preparedness Month!

Being prepared starts before an emergency happens. This month, the city of Scottsdale is offering several free classes to help community members learn important safety skills and prepare for the unexpected.

📚 Upcoming classes:
• Ready Scottsdale: Emergency Preparedness
5:30 p.m. Sept. 2 | Arabian Library

• Fall and Fire Prevention
1 p.m. Sept. 15 | Appaloosa Library
1:30 p.m. Sept. 29 | Mustang Library

• When You Call 911
2 p.m. Sept. 19 | Civic Center Library

• Hands-Only CPR
3 p.m. Sept. 19 | Civic Center Library
3 p.m. Sept. 26 | Arabian Library
1 p.m. Sept. 28 | Appaloosa Library

• The Hidden Enemy
5:30 p.m. Sept. 24 | Arabian Library

Whether you're brushing up on CPR, learning how to prevent fires or building your emergency preparedness plan, there's an opportunity to learn something that could make a difference when it matters most.

✅ No registration required. Class availability is on a first-come, first-served basis.

09/03/2026

💧 Growing Scottsdale means planning for our future water needs.

The city recently completed an upgrade at a water booster pump station in north Scottsdale, increasing its capacity from 19.4 million to 23.3 million gallons per day.

That added capacity helps meet the community’s water needs as Scottsdale continues to grow.

And we’re not stopping there. Work will soon begin to fully replace the aging pump station and its electrical systems, helping ensure reliable water infrastructure for years to come.

Have questions about water in Scottsdale? Get your answers directly from the experts at [email protected].

Planning for Labor Day? Here’s what you need to know! Most city of Scottsdale offices and facilities will be closed Mond...
09/02/2026

Planning for Labor Day? Here’s what you need to know!

Most city of Scottsdale offices and facilities will be closed Monday, Sept. 7, but garbage and recycling collection will continue as usual. Place your containers out by 5 a.m. on collection day or the evening before.

🚎 The Scottsdale Trolley will not operate on Labor Day. Valley Metro bus, light rail and streetcar services will run on a Sunday schedule, with normal service resuming Tuesday, Sept. 8.

Have a safe and happy Labor Day weekend!

Our first Scottsdale Mayor’s Youth Council meeting is in the books! ✅Yesterday, we welcomed over 30 members and our new ...
09/02/2026

Our first Scottsdale Mayor’s Youth Council meeting is in the books! ✅

Yesterday, we welcomed over 30 members and our new charter officers for the first meeting of the year! We are excited to start the year with this group and teach them all about local government and how to get involved. 👏

To learn more about the Scottsdale Mayor’s Youth Council, visit ScottsdaleAZ.gov, search “Scottsdale Mayor’s Youth Council”

09/02/2026

There's so much to do this month in Scottsdale! 🌟

September is here, which means event season is starting to ramp up! Whether your looking for good food or good fun, Scottsdale has you covered. 🤝

👉 Learn more and plan your month at ScottsdaleAZ.gov, search "Events."

09/01/2026

Trust us, you don’t want to miss this FREE event celebrating the last 75 years of Scottsdale!

Parks & Rec Rewind is taking over Scottsdale Civic Center for a night packed with throwback fun, live entertainment, activities, photo ops, and plenty of nostalgia as we rewind through the decades that made Scottsdale what it is today.

📅 Saturday, September 19
⏰ 6–9 p.m.
📍 Scottsdale Civic Center
🎟️ FREE!

Grab the family, pick your favorite decade, and come rewind with us!

🎭🌵 As part of our Scottsdale 75 celebration, we’re highlighting businesses and organizations marking milestone anniversa...
09/01/2026

🎭🌵 As part of our Scottsdale 75 celebration, we’re highlighting businesses and organizations marking milestone anniversaries in Scottsdale.

This time, we’re spotlighting , a longtime part of Scottsdale’s performing arts community. For decades, Greasepaint has provided opportunities for young performers to learn, grow and take the stage, while bringing live theater to audiences throughout the community.

From classes and auditions to productions on the stage, Greasepaint continues to inspire the next generation of performers and contribute to Scottsdale’s vibrant arts scene.

Here’s to celebrating the organizations that have been part of Scottsdale’s story and continue to help shape its future. 🎭

To learn more about Scottsdale's 75th Anniversary and how we're celebrating, head to Scottsdale75.com.

💧🌵 Want to make every drop count?Scottsdale Water offers FREE workshops to help you use water more efficiently at home a...
08/31/2026

💧🌵 Want to make every drop count?

Scottsdale Water offers FREE workshops to help you use water more efficiently at home and in your landscape. Learn about water-wise landscaping, irrigation, your water bill, leaks, conservation rebates and more.

View upcoming workshops: https://www.scottsdaleaz.gov/water/education/workshops

Register now at ScottsdaleAZ.gov, search "Water Conservation Workshop."

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