South Scottsdale Revitalization

Economic revitalization efforts in south Scottsdale suffer from lack of a clear vision and policy framework beyond that articulated in the General Plan. We have an opportunity through the area planning process to remedy this if staff is willing to follow through on the citizen-driven “village” planning approach, as was directed by Council.

Revitalization in this area involves work on many fronts:

• Building strong and livable neighborhoods
• Continuing to improve public safety
• Rebuilding the base of neighborhood shops and services
• Expanding user-friendly transit, such as the trolley
• Realizing the potential of ASU Skysong
• Improving parks and open spaces throughout the area, including connection between Papago
Park and Indian Bend Wash
• Re-thinking strip commercial and auto row areas, working with business owners and neighbors