Scottsdale Development Review Board Greenlights City Center at Scottsdale Collection

Overview: The Scottsdale Development Review Board convened to deliberate on the City Center at Scottsdale Collection, a mixed-use development project poised to transform the prominent southeast corner of Scottsdale and Camelback Road.

Scottsdale Planning Commission Considers Roadway Easement Abandonment in Key Residential Area

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Scottsdale Planning Commission focused on a significant proposal to abandon a 25-foot roadway easement on East Thunderbird Road. This decision, which mirrors previous approvals granted to adjacent properties, aims to remove an unused encumbrance on the parcel, allowing for potential redevelopment in the area.

Arizona Corporation Commission Prepares for Critical Utility Rate Hearings Amid Scheduling Challenges

Overview: The Arizona Corporation Commission convened to address procedural issues tied to upcoming hearings concerning rate adjustments for Santa Cruz Water Company Inc. and Global Water Palo Verde Utilities Company Inc. The meeting, presided over by Administrative Law Judge Chris Nichols, emphasized the importance of organizing witness testimonies and finalizing schedules to ensure a smooth process ahead of the December 15 hearing.

Scottsdale City Council Expands Financial Review to 10 Years Amid Pandemic Concerns

Overview: During a recent Scottsdale City Council meeting, the primary focus centered on extending the financial review period to ten years. This decision was driven by the shifts in city finances due to the pandemic, with a consensus that a longer review period would provide a clearer picture of revenues and expenditures. A motion was proposed to adopt this recommendation, emphasizing the availability of existing data, with preparations for a presentation on December 18 already underway. This motion carried with no opposition.

Arizona Corporation Commission Considers Pipeline Safety Rule Changes, Withdraws Key Amendment

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Arizona Corporation Commission addressed proposed amendments to pipeline safety regulations, focusing on incorporating federal updates and withdrawing a significant amendment regarding incident reporting. The meeting, led by an administrative law judge, involved presentations and discussions with staff members and concluded without public comments.