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LL-0021-2026
Location
7300 N. Via Paseo Del Sur, Unit B
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Request: Consider forwarding a recommendation of approval to the Arizona Department of Liquor
Licenses & Control for a new Series 12 (Restaurant) State liquor license for an existing location with a
new owner.
Location: 7300 N. Via Paseo Del Sur, Unit B
Staff Contact(s): Tim Curtis, Current Planning Director, 480-312-4210, tcurtis@scottsdaleaz.gov
Licenses & Control for a new Series 12 (Restaurant) State liquor license for an existing location with a
new owner.
Location: 7300 N. Via Paseo Del Sur, Unit B
Staff Contact(s): Tim Curtis, Current Planning Director, 480-312-4210, tcurtis@scottsdaleaz.gov
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LL-0022-2026
Location
8010 E. Morgan Trail, Suite 7
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Request: Consider forwarding a recommendation of approval to the Arizona Department of Liquor
Licenses & Control for a new Series 4 (Wholesaler) State liquor license for a new location with a new
owner.
Location: 8010 E. Morgan Trail, Suite 7
Staff Contact(s): Tim Curtis, Current Planning Director, 480-312-4210, tcurtis@scottsdaleaz.gov
Licenses & Control for a new Series 4 (Wholesaler) State liquor license for a new location with a new
owner.
Location: 8010 E. Morgan Trail, Suite 7
Staff Contact(s): Tim Curtis, Current Planning Director, 480-312-4210, tcurtis@scottsdaleaz.gov
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LL-0023-2026
Location
7325 E. Evans Road #2403
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Request: Consider forwarding a recommendation of approval to the Arizona Department of Liquor
Licenses & Control for a new Series 4 (Wholesaler) State liquor license for a new location with a new
owner.
Location: 7325 E. Evans Road #2403
Staff Contact(s): Tim Curtis, Current Planning Director, 480-312-4210, tcurtis@scottsdaleaz.gov
Licenses & Control for a new Series 4 (Wholesaler) State liquor license for a new location with a new
owner.
Location: 7325 E. Evans Road #2403
Staff Contact(s): Tim Curtis, Current Planning Director, 480-312-4210, tcurtis@scottsdaleaz.gov
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LL-0025-2026
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Approved on Consent.
Request: Consider forwarding a recommendation of approval to the Arizona Department of Liquor
Licenses & Control for a location and owner transfer of a Series 7 (Beer and Wine Bar) State liquor
license and for a new Series 10 (Beer and Wine Store) State liquor license for a new location with a
new owner.
Location: 10405 E. McDowell Mountain Ranch Road, Suite 100
Staff Contact(s): Tim Curtis, Current Planning Director, 480-312-4210, tcurtis@scottsdaleaz.gov
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Request: Consider forwarding a recommendation of approval to the Arizona Department of Liquor
Licenses & Control for a location and owner transfer of a Series 7 (Beer and Wine Bar) State liquor
license and for a new Series 10 (Beer and Wine Store) State liquor license for a new location with a
new owner.
Location: 10405 E. McDowell Mountain Ranch Road, Suite 100
Staff Contact(s): Tim Curtis, Current Planning Director, 480-312-4210, tcurtis@scottsdaleaz.gov
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Location
4340 N. 75th Street
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Requests:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 13682 for a Conditional Use Permit for a bar on a ±4,820 square-foot site
with Highway Commercial District/Parking Type 3, Downtown Overlay & Parking Type 2, and
Downtown Overlay (C-3/P-3 DO & P-2 DO) zoning.
2. Adopt Resolution No. 13683 for a Conditional Use Permit for live entertainment on a ±4,820
square-foot site with Highway Commercial District/Parking Type 3, Downtown Overlay & Parking
Type 2, and Downtown Overlay (C-3/P-3 DO & P-2 DO) zoning.
Location: 4340 N. 75th Street
Staff Contact(s): Casey Steinke, Senior Planner, 480-312-2611, csteinke@scottsdaleaz.gov
1. Adopt Resolution No. 13682 for a Conditional Use Permit for a bar on a ±4,820 square-foot site
with Highway Commercial District/Parking Type 3, Downtown Overlay & Parking Type 2, and
Downtown Overlay (C-3/P-3 DO & P-2 DO) zoning.
2. Adopt Resolution No. 13683 for a Conditional Use Permit for live entertainment on a ±4,820
square-foot site with Highway Commercial District/Parking Type 3, Downtown Overlay & Parking
Type 2, and Downtown Overlay (C-3/P-3 DO & P-2 DO) zoning.
Location: 4340 N. 75th Street
Staff Contact(s): Casey Steinke, Senior Planner, 480-312-2611, csteinke@scottsdaleaz.gov
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Location
7107 E. Lowden Drive
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Request: Adopt Resolution No. 13725 authorizing a two-year extension to Resolution No. 13161, a
resolution authorizing an abandonment for certain interests in a portion of the public right-of-way.
Location: 7107 E. Lowden Drive
Staff Contact(s): Jesus Murillo, Senior Planner, 480-312-7849, jmurillo@scottsdaleaz.gov
resolution authorizing an abandonment for certain interests in a portion of the public right-of-way.
Location: 7107 E. Lowden Drive
Staff Contact(s): Jesus Murillo, Senior Planner, 480-312-7849, jmurillo@scottsdaleaz.gov
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Request: Adopt Resolution No. 13686 authorizing:
1. Contract No. 2026-076-COS with New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC (doing business as AT&T), in
the amount of $152,041.04, for reimbursement to the City for the construction of a traffic signal
pole capable of supporting a future wireless communication facility.
2. The City Manager and City Treasurer, or their designees, to execute any other documents and
take such other actions as necessary to carry out the intent of this Resolution.
Location: Scottsdale Road from Jomax Road to Dixileta Drive
Staff Contact(s): Alison Tymkiw, City Engineer and Transportation and Infrastructure Senior
Director, 480-312-7760, atymkiw@scottsdaleaz.gov
1. Contract No. 2026-076-COS with New Cingular Wireless PCS, LLC (doing business as AT&T), in
the amount of $152,041.04, for reimbursement to the City for the construction of a traffic signal
pole capable of supporting a future wireless communication facility.
2. The City Manager and City Treasurer, or their designees, to execute any other documents and
take such other actions as necessary to carry out the intent of this Resolution.
Location: Scottsdale Road from Jomax Road to Dixileta Drive
Staff Contact(s): Alison Tymkiw, City Engineer and Transportation and Infrastructure Senior
Director, 480-312-7760, atymkiw@scottsdaleaz.gov
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Location
9065 E. Via Linda
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604 Bond 2019 Project 34 – Build New Fire Station to Replace Aging Facility – Approved on
Consent.
Request: Request: Adopt Resolution No. 13695 authorizing:
1. Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) Contract No. 2026-087-COS with Willmeng Construction,
Inc., in an amount not to exceed $108,056, for preconstruction phase services to replace an aging
facility.
2. The City Manager, or designee, to execute any other documents and take such other actions as
necessary to carry out the intent of this Resolution.
Location: 9065 E. Via Linda
Staff Contact(s): Alison Tymkiw, City Engineer and Transportation and Infrastructure Senior
Director, 480-312-7760, atymkiw@scottsdaleaz.gov
Consent.
Request: Request: Adopt Resolution No. 13695 authorizing:
1. Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) Contract No. 2026-087-COS with Willmeng Construction,
Inc., in an amount not to exceed $108,056, for preconstruction phase services to replace an aging
facility.
2. The City Manager, or designee, to execute any other documents and take such other actions as
necessary to carry out the intent of this Resolution.
Location: 9065 E. Via Linda
Staff Contact(s): Alison Tymkiw, City Engineer and Transportation and Infrastructure Senior
Director, 480-312-7760, atymkiw@scottsdaleaz.gov
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Location
7333 Scottsdale Mall
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Request: Adopt Resolution No. 13652 authorizing Contract No. 1990-122-COS-A3, a lease renewal
with Scottsdale Historical Society, Inc. for use of the Little Red School House property.
Location: 7333 Scottsdale Mall
Staff Contact(s): Kevin Burke, Economic Development & Tourism Senior Director, 480-312-2533,
kburke@scottsdaleaz.gov
with Scottsdale Historical Society, Inc. for use of the Little Red School House property.
Location: 7333 Scottsdale Mall
Staff Contact(s): Kevin Burke, Economic Development & Tourism Senior Director, 480-312-2533,
kburke@scottsdaleaz.gov
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Request: Adopt Resolution No. 13701 authorizing:
1. Contract No. 2022-094-COS-A6, with the Maricopa County Human Services Department
(MCHSD), for the purpose of accepting grant funds, in the amount of $164,000, to support
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personnel costs for the City’s Community Action Program from July 1, 2026 through December
31, 2026.
2. A budget transfer, of up to $164,000, from the Fiscal Year 2026/27 Grant Contingency budget to a
newly created cost center related to record the related grant activity.
3. The City Manager, or designee, to execute any other documents and take such other actions as
necessary to carry out the intent of this Resolution.
Staff Contact(s): Mary Witkofski, Interim Human Services Senior Director, 480-312-2479,
mwitkofski@scottsdaleaz.gov
1. Contract No. 2022-094-COS-A6, with the Maricopa County Human Services Department
(MCHSD), for the purpose of accepting grant funds, in the amount of $164,000, to support
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personnel costs for the City’s Community Action Program from July 1, 2026 through December
31, 2026.
2. A budget transfer, of up to $164,000, from the Fiscal Year 2026/27 Grant Contingency budget to a
newly created cost center related to record the related grant activity.
3. The City Manager, or designee, to execute any other documents and take such other actions as
necessary to carry out the intent of this Resolution.
Staff Contact(s): Mary Witkofski, Interim Human Services Senior Director, 480-312-2479,
mwitkofski@scottsdaleaz.gov
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Request: Adopt Resolution No. 13710 authorizing:
1. Contract No. 2026-114-COS, a one-year extension to the contract with Aiqueous, LLC, in an
amount not to exceed $47,370, extending the contract term until June 30, 2027.
2. The City Manager, or designee, to execute any other documents and take such other actions as
necessary to carry out the intent of this Resolution.
Staff Contact(s): Thyra Ryden-Diaz, Interim Water Resources Senior Director, 480-312-5473,
tryden-diaz@scottsdaleaz.gov
1. Contract No. 2026-114-COS, a one-year extension to the contract with Aiqueous, LLC, in an
amount not to exceed $47,370, extending the contract term until June 30, 2027.
2. The City Manager, or designee, to execute any other documents and take such other actions as
necessary to carry out the intent of this Resolution.
Staff Contact(s): Thyra Ryden-Diaz, Interim Water Resources Senior Director, 480-312-5473,
tryden-diaz@scottsdaleaz.gov
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Request: Adopt Resolution No. 13719 authorizing:
1. The purchase of property-casualty insurance, including general liability, law enforcement liability,
vehicle liability, public officials’ errors and omissions, property, workers’ compensation, cyber
liability, aviation drone, and airport liability insurance for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026/27.
2. The Safety & Risk Management Director, or designee, to execute such documents and take all
other actions and sign all other documents necessary and proper to purchase the policies
authorized by this Resolution.
Staff Contact(s): George Woods, Safety & Risk Management Director, 480-312-7040,
gwoods@scottsdaleaz.gov
1. The purchase of property-casualty insurance, including general liability, law enforcement liability,
vehicle liability, public officials’ errors and omissions, property, workers’ compensation, cyber
liability, aviation drone, and airport liability insurance for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026/27.
2. The Safety & Risk Management Director, or designee, to execute such documents and take all
other actions and sign all other documents necessary and proper to purchase the policies
authorized by this Resolution.
Staff Contact(s): George Woods, Safety & Risk Management Director, 480-312-7040,
gwoods@scottsdaleaz.gov
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Requests: Adopt Resolution No. 13702 authorizing:
1. Contract No. 2026-112-COS with Vidler Water Company, Inc., in the amount of $8,250,000, for
the purchase of 15,000 acre feet of Long-Term Storage Credits (LTSC) in the Harquahala Valley.
2. The City Manager, or designee, to execute any other documents and take such other actions as
necessary to carry out the intent of this Resolution.
3. A Fiscal Year 2026/27 capital appropriation contingency transfer from the Water Capital
Improvement Plan of $8,250,000 to a newly created capital project to be titled “Long Term
Storage Credits Purchase.”
Staff Contact(s): Thyra Ryden-Diaz, Interim Water Resources Senior Director, 480-312-5473,
tryden-diaz@scottsdaleaz.gov
– Interim Water Resources Senior Director Thyra Ryden-Diaz gave a PowerPoint presentation on the
proposed Long-Term Storage Credits Purchase Contract.
– Mayor Borowsky opened public comment on this item.
– Former City Councilmember Betty Janik discussed concerns regarding water quality and financing,
and the need for pure water options.
– Mayor Borowsky closed public comment on this item.
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– Mayor Borowsky made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 13702 with the amendment that there is a
sharing of risks and approvals from necessary agencies before the contract is finalized. The motion
died for lack of a second.
– Councilwoman Whitehead made a motion to Adopt Resolution No. 13702 authorizing:
1. Contract No. 2026-112-COS with Vidler Water Company, Inc., in the amount of $8,250,000,
for the purchase of 15,000 acre feet of Long-Term Storage Credits (LTSC) in the
Harquahala Valley.
2. The City Manager, or designee, to execute any other documents and take such other
actions as necessary to carry out the intent of this Resolution.
3. A Fiscal Year 2026/27 capital appropriation contingency transfer from the Water Capital
Improvement Plan of $8,250,000 to a newly created capital project to be titled “Long Term
Storage Credits Purchase.”
Vice Mayor McAllen seconded the motion, which carried 7/0, with Mayor Borowsky; Vice Mayor
McAllen; and Councilmembers Dubauskas, Graham, Kwasman, Littlefield, and Whitehead voting in
the affirmative.
1. Contract No. 2026-112-COS with Vidler Water Company, Inc., in the amount of $8,250,000, for
the purchase of 15,000 acre feet of Long-Term Storage Credits (LTSC) in the Harquahala Valley.
2. The City Manager, or designee, to execute any other documents and take such other actions as
necessary to carry out the intent of this Resolution.
3. A Fiscal Year 2026/27 capital appropriation contingency transfer from the Water Capital
Improvement Plan of $8,250,000 to a newly created capital project to be titled “Long Term
Storage Credits Purchase.”
Staff Contact(s): Thyra Ryden-Diaz, Interim Water Resources Senior Director, 480-312-5473,
tryden-diaz@scottsdaleaz.gov
– Interim Water Resources Senior Director Thyra Ryden-Diaz gave a PowerPoint presentation on the
proposed Long-Term Storage Credits Purchase Contract.
– Mayor Borowsky opened public comment on this item.
– Former City Councilmember Betty Janik discussed concerns regarding water quality and financing,
and the need for pure water options.
– Mayor Borowsky closed public comment on this item.
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
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– Mayor Borowsky made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 13702 with the amendment that there is a
sharing of risks and approvals from necessary agencies before the contract is finalized. The motion
died for lack of a second.
– Councilwoman Whitehead made a motion to Adopt Resolution No. 13702 authorizing:
1. Contract No. 2026-112-COS with Vidler Water Company, Inc., in the amount of $8,250,000,
for the purchase of 15,000 acre feet of Long-Term Storage Credits (LTSC) in the
Harquahala Valley.
2. The City Manager, or designee, to execute any other documents and take such other
actions as necessary to carry out the intent of this Resolution.
3. A Fiscal Year 2026/27 capital appropriation contingency transfer from the Water Capital
Improvement Plan of $8,250,000 to a newly created capital project to be titled “Long Term
Storage Credits Purchase.”
Vice Mayor McAllen seconded the motion, which carried 7/0, with Mayor Borowsky; Vice Mayor
McAllen; and Councilmembers Dubauskas, Graham, Kwasman, Littlefield, and Whitehead voting in
the affirmative.
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ship of their
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Request: Approve Teletrack Wagering Establishment Licenses for K O’Donnell’s Sports Bar & Grill;
R T O’Sullivan’s Sports Grill; and Tavern Grille Scottsdale due to a change in ownership of their
Teletrack Operator.
Location: 14850 N. Northsight Boulevard; 7919 E. Thomas Road, Suite 101; 8880 E. Via Linda,
Suite 106
Staff Contact(s): Whitney Pitt, Business Services Director, 480-312-5925, wpitt@scottsdaleaz.gov
R T O’Sullivan’s Sports Grill; and Tavern Grille Scottsdale due to a change in ownership of their
Teletrack Operator.
Location: 14850 N. Northsight Boulevard; 7919 E. Thomas Road, Suite 101; 8880 E. Via Linda,
Suite 106
Staff Contact(s): Whitney Pitt, Business Services Director, 480-312-5925, wpitt@scottsdaleaz.gov
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the Town of Fountain Hills
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Approved on Consent.
Request: Adopt Resolution No. 13674 authorizing:
1. Contract No. 2026-074-COS, an intergovernmental agreement with the Town of Fountain Hills, for
the purpose of enabling joint training and to allow their firefighter recruits to attend the Scottsdale
Fire Academy.
2. The City Manager, or designee, to execute any other documents and take such other actions as
necessary to carry out the intent of this Resolution.
Staff Contact(s): Tom Shannon, Fire Chief, 480-312-1821, tshannon@scottsdaleaz.gov
Request: Adopt Resolution No. 13674 authorizing:
1. Contract No. 2026-074-COS, an intergovernmental agreement with the Town of Fountain Hills, for
the purpose of enabling joint training and to allow their firefighter recruits to attend the Scottsdale
Fire Academy.
2. The City Manager, or designee, to execute any other documents and take such other actions as
necessary to carry out the intent of this Resolution.
Staff Contact(s): Tom Shannon, Fire Chief, 480-312-1821, tshannon@scottsdaleaz.gov
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Consent.
Request: Adopt Resolution No. 13721 authorizing Contract No. 2021-138-COS-A1, the first
amendment authorizing a five-year extension to the intergovernmental agreement with the Town of
Paradise Valley, extending the term through July 1, 2031, for a minimum of 24 prisoner transports
each year for a flat fee of $8,704 and prisoner transports beyond 24 will be reimbursed at a rate of
$362.68 per transport.
Staff Contact(s): Joe LeDuc, Chief of Police, 480-312-1900, jled@scottsdaleaz.gov
Request: Adopt Resolution No. 13721 authorizing Contract No. 2021-138-COS-A1, the first
amendment authorizing a five-year extension to the intergovernmental agreement with the Town of
Paradise Valley, extending the term through July 1, 2031, for a minimum of 24 prisoner transports
each year for a flat fee of $8,704 and prisoner transports beyond 24 will be reimbursed at a rate of
$362.68 per transport.
Staff Contact(s): Joe LeDuc, Chief of Police, 480-312-1900, jled@scottsdaleaz.gov
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Approved on Consent.
Request: Adopt Resolution No. 13722 authorizing Contract No. 2025-122-COS-A1, the first
amendment authorizing a five-year extension to the intergovernmental agreement with Salt River
Pima-Maricopa Indian Community (SRPMIC), extending the term through July 1, 2031, for a minimum
of 260 prisoner transports in the first year for a flat fee of $94,296, minus a one-time credit of $44,972
for unused transports from Fiscal Year 2025/26, and years 2 through 5 allowing a minimum 225
prisoner transports each fiscal year at an annual rate of $81,602. Prisoner transports beyond 225 will
be reimbursed at a rate of $362.68 per transport and no credits for unused transports will be issued
after the first year.
Staff Contact(s): Joe LeDuc, Chief of Police, 480-312-1900, jled@scottsdaleaz.gov
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Request: Adopt Resolution No. 13722 authorizing Contract No. 2025-122-COS-A1, the first
amendment authorizing a five-year extension to the intergovernmental agreement with Salt River
Pima-Maricopa Indian Community (SRPMIC), extending the term through July 1, 2031, for a minimum
of 260 prisoner transports in the first year for a flat fee of $94,296, minus a one-time credit of $44,972
for unused transports from Fiscal Year 2025/26, and years 2 through 5 allowing a minimum 225
prisoner transports each fiscal year at an annual rate of $81,602. Prisoner transports beyond 225 will
be reimbursed at a rate of $362.68 per transport and no credits for unused transports will be issued
after the first year.
Staff Contact(s): Joe LeDuc, Chief of Police, 480-312-1900, jled@scottsdaleaz.gov
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Request: Adopt Resolution No. 13712 authorizing Contract No. 2026-116-COS with the Greater
Phoenix Economic Council, in the amount of $122,915, for regional economic development marketing
services for Fiscal Year 2026/27.
Staff Contact(s): Kevin Burke, Economic Development & Tourism Senior Director, 480-312-2533,
kburke@scottsdaleaz.gov
Phoenix Economic Council, in the amount of $122,915, for regional economic development marketing
services for Fiscal Year 2026/27.
Staff Contact(s): Kevin Burke, Economic Development & Tourism Senior Director, 480-312-2533,
kburke@scottsdaleaz.gov
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Request: Adopt Resolution No. 13714 authorizing, if awarded:
1. Contract No. 2026-118-COS, a grant agreement with Operation Light Shine, a nonprofit
organization, in the amount of $207,970, to fund one full-time detective position for a two-year
period to support activities aimed at reducing human exploitation and trafficking.
2. A Budget Transfer, of up to $207,970, from the Fiscal Year 2026/27 Grants Contingency Budget
to a newly created cost center to record the related grant activity.
Staff Contact(s): Joe LeDuc, Chief of Police, 480-312-1900, jled@scottsdaleaz.gov
1. Contract No. 2026-118-COS, a grant agreement with Operation Light Shine, a nonprofit
organization, in the amount of $207,970, to fund one full-time detective position for a two-year
period to support activities aimed at reducing human exploitation and trafficking.
2. A Budget Transfer, of up to $207,970, from the Fiscal Year 2026/27 Grants Contingency Budget
to a newly created cost center to record the related grant activity.
Staff Contact(s): Joe LeDuc, Chief of Police, 480-312-1900, jled@scottsdaleaz.gov
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, to conduct all
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Request: Adopt Resolution No. 13685 authorizing:
1. Acceptance of the 2025 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG), in the amount
of up to $39,252, to continue to partially fund a full-time Property and Evidence Technician
position.
2. The Chief of Police, or designee(s), with the concurrence of the City Attorney, to conduct all
negotiations and to execute and submit all documents and other necessary or desirable
instruments in connection with the acceptance of the grant.
3. A budget transfer, of up to $39,252, from the adopted Fiscal Year 2026/27 Grants Contingency
Budget to a newly created cost center to record the related grant activity.
Staff Contact(s): Joe LeDuc, Chief of Police, 480-312-1900, jled@scottsdaleaz.gov
1. Acceptance of the 2025 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG), in the amount
of up to $39,252, to continue to partially fund a full-time Property and Evidence Technician
position.
2. The Chief of Police, or designee(s), with the concurrence of the City Attorney, to conduct all
negotiations and to execute and submit all documents and other necessary or desirable
instruments in connection with the acceptance of the grant.
3. A budget transfer, of up to $39,252, from the adopted Fiscal Year 2026/27 Grants Contingency
Budget to a newly created cost center to record the related grant activity.
Staff Contact(s): Joe LeDuc, Chief of Police, 480-312-1900, jled@scottsdaleaz.gov
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Request: Adopt Resolution No. 13716 authorizing, if awarded:
1. Acceptance of a grant from the Arizona Department of Administration, in the amount of $313,582,
for reimbursement of costs associated with Arizona 9-1-1 Grant Program.
2. The City Manager, or designee, to conduct all negotiations and to execute and submit all
documents and other necessary or desirable instruments in connection with the acceptance of
this grant.
3. A budget transfer, of up to $313,582, from the adopted Fiscal Year 2026/27 Grants Contingency
Budget to a newly created cost center to record the related grant activity.
Staff Contact(s): Joe LeDuc, Chief of Police, 480-312-1900, jled@scottsdaleaz.gov
1. Acceptance of a grant from the Arizona Department of Administration, in the amount of $313,582,
for reimbursement of costs associated with Arizona 9-1-1 Grant Program.
2. The City Manager, or designee, to conduct all negotiations and to execute and submit all
documents and other necessary or desirable instruments in connection with the acceptance of
this grant.
3. A budget transfer, of up to $313,582, from the adopted Fiscal Year 2026/27 Grants Contingency
Budget to a newly created cost center to record the related grant activity.
Staff Contact(s): Joe LeDuc, Chief of Police, 480-312-1900, jled@scottsdaleaz.gov
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Request: Adopt Resolution No. 13715 authorizing:
1. The City Attorney, or designee, to enter into a professional legal services contract for purposes of
representing the City in the litigation with any and/or all of the following firms: Simonsen Sussman
LLP; Baron & Budd, P.C.; and Law Office of Joseph C. Tann, PLLC.
2. The City Attorney, or designee, to commence and pursue such legal actions as may be
appropriate in order to pursue remedies available to the City of Scottsdale resulting from the
activities set forth above and to execute other documents and take such other actions as
necessary to carry out the intent of this Resolution, including the City’s filing of a Complaint
against certain fire apparatus manufacturers and their private equity backers, for damages and
other monetary and non-monetary relief, under Federal and Arizona State law, and to file any
other counterclaims, filings, and appeals as necessary to protect the City’s interests.
Staff Contact(s): Luis Santaella, City Attorney, 480-312-2405, lsantaella@scottsdaleaz.gov
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1. The City Attorney, or designee, to enter into a professional legal services contract for purposes of
representing the City in the litigation with any and/or all of the following firms: Simonsen Sussman
LLP; Baron & Budd, P.C.; and Law Office of Joseph C. Tann, PLLC.
2. The City Attorney, or designee, to commence and pursue such legal actions as may be
appropriate in order to pursue remedies available to the City of Scottsdale resulting from the
activities set forth above and to execute other documents and take such other actions as
necessary to carry out the intent of this Resolution, including the City’s filing of a Complaint
against certain fire apparatus manufacturers and their private equity backers, for damages and
other monetary and non-monetary relief, under Federal and Arizona State law, and to file any
other counterclaims, filings, and appeals as necessary to protect the City’s interests.
Staff Contact(s): Luis Santaella, City Attorney, 480-312-2405, lsantaella@scottsdaleaz.gov
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Request: Adopt Ordinance No. 4719 amending Chapter 18, Article I, Section 18-2 of the Scottsdale
Revised Code by adding a definition for Event Center.
Staff Contact(s): Luis Santaella, City Attorney, 480-312-2405, lsantaella@scottsdaleaz.gov
– City Attorney Luis Santaella gave a presentation on the proposed Event Center Definition Code
Amendment.
– There was no public comment on this item.
– Councilwoman Whitehead made a motion to adopt Ordinance No. 4719 amending Chapter 18,
Article I, Section 18-2 of the Scottsdale Revised Code by adding a definition for Event Center. Vice
Mayor McAllen seconded the motion, which carried 7/0, with Mayor Borowsky; Vice Mayor McAllen;
and Councilmembers Dubauskas, Graham, Kwasman, Littlefield, and Whitehead voting in the
affirmative.
Revised Code by adding a definition for Event Center.
Staff Contact(s): Luis Santaella, City Attorney, 480-312-2405, lsantaella@scottsdaleaz.gov
– City Attorney Luis Santaella gave a presentation on the proposed Event Center Definition Code
Amendment.
– There was no public comment on this item.
– Councilwoman Whitehead made a motion to adopt Ordinance No. 4719 amending Chapter 18,
Article I, Section 18-2 of the Scottsdale Revised Code by adding a definition for Event Center. Vice
Mayor McAllen seconded the motion, which carried 7/0, with Mayor Borowsky; Vice Mayor McAllen;
and Councilmembers Dubauskas, Graham, Kwasman, Littlefield, and Whitehead voting in the
affirmative.
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Request: Adopt Resolution No. 13724 authorizing staff to post and give notice as required by state
law of proposed fees for rental of the Monterra property prior to adoption of the fees by City Council.
Staff Contact(s): Cassie Johnson, Interim WestWorld General Manager, 480-312-1971,
cajohnson@scottsdaleaz.gov
law of proposed fees for rental of the Monterra property prior to adoption of the fees by City Council.
Staff Contact(s): Cassie Johnson, Interim WestWorld General Manager, 480-312-1971,
cajohnson@scottsdaleaz.gov
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CV-2026-015612
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Request: Accept the Fiscal Year 2025/26 Monthly Financial Report as of April 2026.
Staff Contact(s): Scott Selin, Budget Department Director, 480-312-2603, sselin@scottsdaleaz.gov
***25A. Cameron J. Svoboda v. City of Scottsdale, et al. Settlement Agreement – Approved on
Consent.
Request: Adopt Resolution No. 13745 authorizing:
1. Contract No. 2026-134-COS, a settlement agreement with Plaintiff Cameron J. Svoboda, in the
amount of $100,000, to settle all claims in Cameron J. Svoboda v. City of Scottsdale, et al., Case
No. CV2026-015612, currently pending in Maricopa County Superior Court.
2. The City Manager, the City Treasurer, and the City Attorney, and their respective staff, to
execute any other documents and take such other actions as necessary to carry out the purpose
of this Resolution.
Staff Contact(s): Luis Santaella, City Attorney, 480-312-7771, lsantaella@scottsdaleaz.gov
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM 26-27
How the Regular Agenda Works: The Council acts on each item on the Regular Agenda.
Staff Contact(s): Scott Selin, Budget Department Director, 480-312-2603, sselin@scottsdaleaz.gov
***25A. Cameron J. Svoboda v. City of Scottsdale, et al. Settlement Agreement – Approved on
Consent.
Request: Adopt Resolution No. 13745 authorizing:
1. Contract No. 2026-134-COS, a settlement agreement with Plaintiff Cameron J. Svoboda, in the
amount of $100,000, to settle all claims in Cameron J. Svoboda v. City of Scottsdale, et al., Case
No. CV2026-015612, currently pending in Maricopa County Superior Court.
2. The City Manager, the City Treasurer, and the City Attorney, and their respective staff, to
execute any other documents and take such other actions as necessary to carry out the purpose
of this Resolution.
Staff Contact(s): Luis Santaella, City Attorney, 480-312-7771, lsantaella@scottsdaleaz.gov
REGULAR AGENDA ITEM 26-27
How the Regular Agenda Works: The Council acts on each item on the Regular Agenda.
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Request: Adopt Ordinance No. 4714 assessing the FY 2026/27 primary and secondary property tax
levies and fixing the primary and secondary property tax rates.
Presenter(s): Scott Selin, Budget Department Director
Staff Contact(s): Scott Selin, Budget Department Director, 480-312-2603,
sselin@scottsdaleaz.gov
– Budget Department Director Scott Selin gave a PowerPoint presentation on the proposed Fiscal
Year (FY) 2026/27 Property Tax Levies.
– Mayor Borowsky opened public comment on this item.
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– Dan Ishac, Scottsdale resident, discussed support for not automatically increasing property taxes
and concerns regarding spending on other projects.
– Mayor Borowsky closed public comment on this item.
– Mayor Borowsky made a motion to adopt Ordinance No. 4714 assessing the FY 2026/27 primary
and secondary property tax levies and fixing the primary and secondary property tax rates.
Councilwoman Whitehead seconded the motion, which carried 7/0, with Mayor Borowsky; Vice Mayor
McAllen; and Councilmembers Dubauskas, Graham, Kwasman, Littlefield, and Whitehead voting in
the affirmative.
levies and fixing the primary and secondary property tax rates.
Presenter(s): Scott Selin, Budget Department Director
Staff Contact(s): Scott Selin, Budget Department Director, 480-312-2603,
sselin@scottsdaleaz.gov
– Budget Department Director Scott Selin gave a PowerPoint presentation on the proposed Fiscal
Year (FY) 2026/27 Property Tax Levies.
– Mayor Borowsky opened public comment on this item.
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– Dan Ishac, Scottsdale resident, discussed support for not automatically increasing property taxes
and concerns regarding spending on other projects.
– Mayor Borowsky closed public comment on this item.
– Mayor Borowsky made a motion to adopt Ordinance No. 4714 assessing the FY 2026/27 primary
and secondary property tax levies and fixing the primary and secondary property tax rates.
Councilwoman Whitehead seconded the motion, which carried 7/0, with Mayor Borowsky; Vice Mayor
McAllen; and Councilmembers Dubauskas, Graham, Kwasman, Littlefield, and Whitehead voting in
the affirmative.
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Anna Henthorn, Assistant City Treasurer
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Request: Adopt Ordinance No. 4715 assessing the FY 2026/27 Municipal Streetlight Improvement
District property tax levy, by district, in accordance with Arizona Revised Statutes and the City
Charter.
Presenter(s): Anna Henthorn, Assistant City Treasurer
Staff Contact(s): Anna Henthorn, Assistant City Treasurer, 480-312-7805,
ahenthorn@scottsdaleaz.gov
– Assistant City Treasurer Anna Henthorn gave a PowerPoint presentation on the proposed Fiscal
Year (FY) 2026/27 Municipal Streetlight Improvement District Property Tax Levy.
– There was no public comment on this item.
– Vice Mayor McAllen made a motion to adopt Ordinance No. 4715 assessing the FY 2026/27
Municipal Streetlight Improvement District property tax levy, by district, in accordance with Arizona
Revised Statutes and the City Charter. Councilwoman Whitehead seconded the motion, which carried
7/0, with Mayor Borowsky; Vice Mayor McAllen; and Councilmembers Dubauskas, Graham,
Kwasman, Littlefield, and Whitehead voting in the affirmative.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Public Comment time is reserved for Scottsdale citizens, business owners, and/or property owners to
comment on non-agendized items that are within the Council’s jurisdiction. No official Council action can be
taken on these items. Advocacy for or against a candidate or ballot measure during a Council meeting is not
allowed pursuant to State law and is therefore not deemed to be within the Council’s jurisdiction.
Public Comment is limited to a maximum of 12 speakers and a total of 36 minutes. Speakers are limited
to three minutes to address the Council during “Public Comment.” A Request to Speak form must
be submitted before the Mayor announces the Public Comment period.
– Dan Ishac, Scottsdale resident, discussed a filed ethics complaint against a Councilmember, the
complaint process, and concerns regarding how the complaint was handled by the City Attorney.
– Gail Golec, Scottsdale resident, discussed concerns regarding the City’s assured water supply and
the Axon campus development.
CITIZEN PETITIONS ITEM 28
Citizen Petitions: This portion of the agenda is reserved for the submission, presentation, and
consideration of citizen petitions. There is no limit on the number of petitions a citizen may submit;
however, each citizen is limited to a total time of three minutes to speak to his/her petition(s). A
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Request to Speak form must be submitted, together with the petition(s), to the City Clerk’s Office at least
two business days before the requested Council Meeting date. Following the presentation of the
Citizen Petition(s), each Councilmember will have one opportunity to make remarks before action is taken
on the petition(s).
District property tax levy, by district, in accordance with Arizona Revised Statutes and the City
Charter.
Presenter(s): Anna Henthorn, Assistant City Treasurer
Staff Contact(s): Anna Henthorn, Assistant City Treasurer, 480-312-7805,
ahenthorn@scottsdaleaz.gov
– Assistant City Treasurer Anna Henthorn gave a PowerPoint presentation on the proposed Fiscal
Year (FY) 2026/27 Municipal Streetlight Improvement District Property Tax Levy.
– There was no public comment on this item.
– Vice Mayor McAllen made a motion to adopt Ordinance No. 4715 assessing the FY 2026/27
Municipal Streetlight Improvement District property tax levy, by district, in accordance with Arizona
Revised Statutes and the City Charter. Councilwoman Whitehead seconded the motion, which carried
7/0, with Mayor Borowsky; Vice Mayor McAllen; and Councilmembers Dubauskas, Graham,
Kwasman, Littlefield, and Whitehead voting in the affirmative.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Public Comment time is reserved for Scottsdale citizens, business owners, and/or property owners to
comment on non-agendized items that are within the Council’s jurisdiction. No official Council action can be
taken on these items. Advocacy for or against a candidate or ballot measure during a Council meeting is not
allowed pursuant to State law and is therefore not deemed to be within the Council’s jurisdiction.
Public Comment is limited to a maximum of 12 speakers and a total of 36 minutes. Speakers are limited
to three minutes to address the Council during “Public Comment.” A Request to Speak form must
be submitted before the Mayor announces the Public Comment period.
– Dan Ishac, Scottsdale resident, discussed a filed ethics complaint against a Councilmember, the
complaint process, and concerns regarding how the complaint was handled by the City Attorney.
– Gail Golec, Scottsdale resident, discussed concerns regarding the City’s assured water supply and
the Axon campus development.
CITIZEN PETITIONS ITEM 28
Citizen Petitions: This portion of the agenda is reserved for the submission, presentation, and
consideration of citizen petitions. There is no limit on the number of petitions a citizen may submit;
however, each citizen is limited to a total time of three minutes to speak to his/her petition(s). A
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Request to Speak form must be submitted, together with the petition(s), to the City Clerk’s Office at least
two business days before the requested Council Meeting date. Following the presentation of the
Citizen Petition(s), each Councilmember will have one opportunity to make remarks before action is taken
on the petition(s).
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Item text
Request: Accept and acknowledge receipt of citizen petitions. Any member of the Council may make
a motion, to be voted on by the Council, to: (1) Direct the City Manager or responsible Charter Officer
to agendize the petition for further discussion; (2) direct the City Manager or responsible Charter
Officer to investigate the matter and prepare a written response to the Council, with a copy to the
petitioner; or (3) take no action.
Staff Contact(s): Ben Lane, City Clerk, 480-312-2411, blane@scottsdaleaz.gov
– There were no citizen petitions.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL ITEM 29
Public Comment: To provide an opportunity for public input yet continue to maximize the amount of time
available for Council consideration, spoken comment (maximum of 3 speakers and a total of 9 minutes) is
being accepted on Mayor and Council item(s). To sign up to speak, please click here. Online request to
speak forms must be submitted no later than 90 minutes before the start of the meeting.
a motion, to be voted on by the Council, to: (1) Direct the City Manager or responsible Charter Officer
to agendize the petition for further discussion; (2) direct the City Manager or responsible Charter
Officer to investigate the matter and prepare a written response to the Council, with a copy to the
petitioner; or (3) take no action.
Staff Contact(s): Ben Lane, City Clerk, 480-312-2411, blane@scottsdaleaz.gov
– There were no citizen petitions.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL ITEM 29
Public Comment: To provide an opportunity for public input yet continue to maximize the amount of time
available for Council consideration, spoken comment (maximum of 3 speakers and a total of 9 minutes) is
being accepted on Mayor and Council item(s). To sign up to speak, please click here. Online request to
speak forms must be submitted no later than 90 minutes before the start of the meeting.
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Rick Wielebski, Aviation Director
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Aviation Director
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Request: At the request of Councilwoman McAllen, direct the City Manager, City Attorney, and City
Treasurer to agendize a future City Council Meeting item for possible action regarding the creation of
a formal program and permanent memorial honoring City of Scottsdale employees who have died in
the line of duty. This should include options for memorial design, potential locations, eligibility criteria
for inclusion, and identification of related budgetary needs.
Note: The only possible Council action to be taken on Item No. 29 is: (1) Direct the City Manager or
responsible Charter Officer to agendize the item for a future meeting; (2) Direct the City Manager or
responsible Charter Officer to investigate the matter and prepare a written response to the Council; or
(3) Take no action
– There was no public comment on this item.
– Vice Mayor McAllen made a motion to direct the City Manager or responsible Charter Officer to
agendize the item for a future meeting. Councilwoman Whitehead seconded the motion, which
carried 7/0, with Mayor Borowsky, Vice Mayor McAllen; and Councilmembers Dubauskas, Graham,
Kwasman, Littlefield, and Whitehead voting in the affirmative.
WORK STUDY SESSION
Work Study Sessions: Work Study Sessions provide a less formal setting for the Mayor and Council to
discuss specific topics, at length, with each other and City staff. Work Study Sessions provide an opportunity
for staff to receive direction from the Council and for the public to observe these discussions.
Public Comment: To provide an opportunity for public input yet continue to maximize the amount of time
available for the Council to have focused discussions, spoken comment (maximum of 5 speakers and a
total of 15 minutes) is being accepted on the item(s) on tonight’s Work Study Session agenda. To sign up
to speak, please click here. Online request to speak forms must be submitted no later than 90
minutes before the start of the meeting.
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If you have thoughts or suggestions on the agendized Work Study Session item(s) that you would like
the Council to consider, you are encouraged to submit your written comment(s) electronically by
clicking here. Written comments that are submitted electronically at least 90 minutes before the
meeting will be emailed to the Council and posted online prior to the meeting.
– Mayor Borowsky opened public comment on these items.
– Bob Pejman, Scottsdale resident, discussed his support of the increased Old Town marketing
budget; concerns regarding decreases in qualified visitations and daytime visitor traffic; and the
need for Key Performance Indicators.
– French Thompson, Scottsdale resident, discussed his support for the increased Old Town
marketing budget; noted that advertisements should be targeting customers over the age of 50; and
contact information for Old Town business owners should be accessible by multiple departments in
the City.
– Andrew Cisek, Scottsdale resident, discussed the need to leverage Artificial Intelligence to focus
Advertising for Old Town Marketing Plan rather than relying on third party resources.
– Mayor Borowsky closed public comment on these items.
1. Scottsdale Airport Master Plan
Request: Presentation, discussion, and possible direction to staff regarding the Scottsdale Airport
Master Plan.
Presenter(s): Rick Wielebski, Aviation Director
Staff Contact(s): Rick Wielebski, Aviation Director, 480-312-8475, rwielebski@scottsdaleaz.gov
– Aviation Director Rick Wielebski, Coffman and Associates Associate Vice President Patrick Taylor,
and Kimley-Horn Aviation Planner Georgia Twyerould gave a PowerPoint presentation on the
proposed Scottsdale Airport Master Plan.
– Councilmembers made the following observations and suggestions:
• The pavement index needs to be increased to allow for heavier airplanes to use the Scottsdale
Airport.
• Look forward to reviewing the final Scottsdale Airport Master Plan.
2. Old Town Scottsdale Annual Marketing Plan
Request: Presentation, discussion, and possible directions to staff regarding the Old Town
Scottsdale Marketing Plan.
Presenter(s): Kevin Burke, Economic Development & Tourism Senior Director
Staff Contact(s): Kevin Burke, Economic Development & Tourism Senior Director, 480-312-2533,
kburke@scottsdaleaz.gov
– Economic Development & Tourism Senior Director Kevin Burke gave a PowerPoint presentation on
the proposed Old Town Scottsdale Annual Marketing Plan.
– Councilmembers made the following observations and suggestions:
• Appreciate the idea of the online dashboard to display key data.
• There were issues with the previous tourism marketing plan.
• Concerned regarding decrease in visitations to the Old Town area.
• Would like to see specific tax collections by area.
• Requesting data on qualified foot traffic and visitors to the Old Town area.
• Would like to see how we compare with our competitor cities.
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• Should establish Key Performance Indicators for Old Town.
• Appreciate the outreach conducted and stakeholder meetings with Old Town merchants.
• Experience Scottsdale reports that hotel occupancy, revenue and spending have increased;
this conflicts with information provided by Old Town merchants.
• Most likely, some of this spending is going outside of Scottsdale to cities like Phoenix.
• Need a better understanding of how we are driving visitor spending to Scottsdale.
• Examine Old Town and determine where sales tax revenue is coming from.
• Look at refining metrics provided by Experience Scottsdale with the new contract that is up
for negotiation in 2027.
• Look at whether the products and services offered by Old Town merchants are what
customers want as the market may have changed.
Councilmember Reports
– Councilwoman Dubauskas discussed the upcoming Scottsdale 75th Anniversary Celebration on
Thursday, June 25th at the Scottsdale Stadium Fieldhouse.
– Councilman Graham discussed WestWorld’s upcoming 4th of July event.
– Councilwoman Whitehead noted there would be composting at WestWorld’s upcoming 4th of July
event.
Adjournment – 8:00 P.M.
– Mayor Borowsky made a motion to adjourn the Regular Meeting and Work Study Session.
Councilman Kwasman seconded the motion, which carried 7/0, by voice vote, with Mayor Borowsky,
Vice Mayor McAllen; and Councilmembers Dubauskas, Graham, Kwasman, Littlefield, and Whitehead
voting in the affirmative.
Treasurer to agendize a future City Council Meeting item for possible action regarding the creation of
a formal program and permanent memorial honoring City of Scottsdale employees who have died in
the line of duty. This should include options for memorial design, potential locations, eligibility criteria
for inclusion, and identification of related budgetary needs.
Note: The only possible Council action to be taken on Item No. 29 is: (1) Direct the City Manager or
responsible Charter Officer to agendize the item for a future meeting; (2) Direct the City Manager or
responsible Charter Officer to investigate the matter and prepare a written response to the Council; or
(3) Take no action
– There was no public comment on this item.
– Vice Mayor McAllen made a motion to direct the City Manager or responsible Charter Officer to
agendize the item for a future meeting. Councilwoman Whitehead seconded the motion, which
carried 7/0, with Mayor Borowsky, Vice Mayor McAllen; and Councilmembers Dubauskas, Graham,
Kwasman, Littlefield, and Whitehead voting in the affirmative.
WORK STUDY SESSION
Work Study Sessions: Work Study Sessions provide a less formal setting for the Mayor and Council to
discuss specific topics, at length, with each other and City staff. Work Study Sessions provide an opportunity
for staff to receive direction from the Council and for the public to observe these discussions.
Public Comment: To provide an opportunity for public input yet continue to maximize the amount of time
available for the Council to have focused discussions, spoken comment (maximum of 5 speakers and a
total of 15 minutes) is being accepted on the item(s) on tonight’s Work Study Session agenda. To sign up
to speak, please click here. Online request to speak forms must be submitted no later than 90
minutes before the start of the meeting.
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If you have thoughts or suggestions on the agendized Work Study Session item(s) that you would like
the Council to consider, you are encouraged to submit your written comment(s) electronically by
clicking here. Written comments that are submitted electronically at least 90 minutes before the
meeting will be emailed to the Council and posted online prior to the meeting.
– Mayor Borowsky opened public comment on these items.
– Bob Pejman, Scottsdale resident, discussed his support of the increased Old Town marketing
budget; concerns regarding decreases in qualified visitations and daytime visitor traffic; and the
need for Key Performance Indicators.
– French Thompson, Scottsdale resident, discussed his support for the increased Old Town
marketing budget; noted that advertisements should be targeting customers over the age of 50; and
contact information for Old Town business owners should be accessible by multiple departments in
the City.
– Andrew Cisek, Scottsdale resident, discussed the need to leverage Artificial Intelligence to focus
Advertising for Old Town Marketing Plan rather than relying on third party resources.
– Mayor Borowsky closed public comment on these items.
1. Scottsdale Airport Master Plan
Request: Presentation, discussion, and possible direction to staff regarding the Scottsdale Airport
Master Plan.
Presenter(s): Rick Wielebski, Aviation Director
Staff Contact(s): Rick Wielebski, Aviation Director, 480-312-8475, rwielebski@scottsdaleaz.gov
– Aviation Director Rick Wielebski, Coffman and Associates Associate Vice President Patrick Taylor,
and Kimley-Horn Aviation Planner Georgia Twyerould gave a PowerPoint presentation on the
proposed Scottsdale Airport Master Plan.
– Councilmembers made the following observations and suggestions:
• The pavement index needs to be increased to allow for heavier airplanes to use the Scottsdale
Airport.
• Look forward to reviewing the final Scottsdale Airport Master Plan.
2. Old Town Scottsdale Annual Marketing Plan
Request: Presentation, discussion, and possible directions to staff regarding the Old Town
Scottsdale Marketing Plan.
Presenter(s): Kevin Burke, Economic Development & Tourism Senior Director
Staff Contact(s): Kevin Burke, Economic Development & Tourism Senior Director, 480-312-2533,
kburke@scottsdaleaz.gov
– Economic Development & Tourism Senior Director Kevin Burke gave a PowerPoint presentation on
the proposed Old Town Scottsdale Annual Marketing Plan.
– Councilmembers made the following observations and suggestions:
• Appreciate the idea of the online dashboard to display key data.
• There were issues with the previous tourism marketing plan.
• Concerned regarding decrease in visitations to the Old Town area.
• Would like to see specific tax collections by area.
• Requesting data on qualified foot traffic and visitors to the Old Town area.
• Would like to see how we compare with our competitor cities.
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• Should establish Key Performance Indicators for Old Town.
• Appreciate the outreach conducted and stakeholder meetings with Old Town merchants.
• Experience Scottsdale reports that hotel occupancy, revenue and spending have increased;
this conflicts with information provided by Old Town merchants.
• Most likely, some of this spending is going outside of Scottsdale to cities like Phoenix.
• Need a better understanding of how we are driving visitor spending to Scottsdale.
• Examine Old Town and determine where sales tax revenue is coming from.
• Look at refining metrics provided by Experience Scottsdale with the new contract that is up
for negotiation in 2027.
• Look at whether the products and services offered by Old Town merchants are what
customers want as the market may have changed.
Councilmember Reports
– Councilwoman Dubauskas discussed the upcoming Scottsdale 75th Anniversary Celebration on
Thursday, June 25th at the Scottsdale Stadium Fieldhouse.
– Councilman Graham discussed WestWorld’s upcoming 4th of July event.
– Councilwoman Whitehead noted there would be composting at WestWorld’s upcoming 4th of July
event.
Adjournment – 8:00 P.M.
– Mayor Borowsky made a motion to adjourn the Regular Meeting and Work Study Session.
Councilman Kwasman seconded the motion, which carried 7/0, by voice vote, with Mayor Borowsky,
Vice Mayor McAllen; and Councilmembers Dubauskas, Graham, Kwasman, Littlefield, and Whitehead
voting in the affirmative.
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