🌱 Fairmont Scottsdale Princess Expansion + SVN August Program Guide

Hello there, neighbors! I'm here in your inbox this warm morning to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on in town, including:

• Ownership change for DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel.
• Additions planned for the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess.
• August program guide for Scottsdale Video Network.

But first, your local weather: It will be partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 104 and low of 86.

Here are the top stories in Scottsdale today:

1. Scottsdale's DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel Paradise Valley at 5401 N. Scottsdale Road is under new ownership. The $115.5 million deal was finalized on July 21. Southwest Value Partners, led by Cary Mack and Mark Schlossberg, sold the property to Jackrabbit PropCo LLC, which is a company "linked to Global Hospitality Investment Group" founded by Kevin Colket. (KTAR.com)
2. The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess has requested some resort additions. A request was submitted "for approval to construct nine new structures consisting of 37 villas units and six bungalow units, located just north of the existing Sunset Beach pool." Private villas and bungalows are currently "hot commodities for high-end travelers." An event center and one or two new restaurants are also planned at the resort. (scottsdale.org)
3. The city has released the August program guide for the Scottsdale Video Network. As a reminder, you can check out this live stream video network highlighting Scottsdale on the city's website, on YouTube, or on Cox channel 11. Scottsdale Video Network is now also available on "Roku, Fire, Apple TV, Android TV mobile phone and laptop through the LocalBTV app." In addition to public meetings, viewers can check out "Hashknife Pony Express" to learn about the riders' journey from Payson to Scottsdale, "Grow Strong & Healthy Trees in the Desert" for tips on where and when to plant, or "Where Summer Winters" to learn about the history of local resorts. Check out all of the August offerings at the link! (City of Scottsdale)

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Tomorrow in Scottsdale:

Wednesday, August 2

• Spirit of Summer Family Days Western Wednesdays: "Outlaws and Lawmen and Women" at Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West. "With the West ever-expanding in the early 1800s, an influx of outlaws moved out to a lawless zone. Where outlaws were, the law followed. Become an honoree Western Spirit Deputy and help out with an ongoing investigation." Program included with admission. Children 5 and under are free. (10:30 AM - 12:30 PM)
• How to Adult: College Prep at Arabian Library (5:30 PM - 6:30 PM)
• PM Connect, hosted By Goldfish Swim School-North Scottsdale. Register online. (5:00 PM - 7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• "Did you know the Scottsdale Police are starting a Park Ranger unit? Please join us for the 23rd episode of Shop Talk with Chief Walther, featuring Mr. John Loleit, with the Preserve Planning and Administration, along with Officer Adam Saylor. Tune in here: https://scottsdalepdshop-talk.captivate.fm/listen" (Scottsdale Police Department via Facebook)
• "What should our parks and programs look like 10+ years down the road?... Visit our website to take a quick survey, comment on our interactive map, and share your big ideas!" (Scottsdale Parks & Recreation via Facebook)
• "Scottsdale extends hours at day relief centers... Extended hours will run through the end of September: • 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Mondays at South Scottsdale Presbyterian Church, 3421 N. Hayden Road • 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sundays and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday - Friday at Vista del Camino Community Center, 7700 E. Roosevelt Drive." (City of Scottsdale - Government via Facebook)
• "Brush & bulk collection tip for Scottsdale residents: STAY WITHIN THE PILE SIZE LIMIT. The city's pile size limit is 10 feet long by 6 feet wide by 4 feet tall, which is equivalent to six trash containers placed in two rows... Learn more about Brush & Bulk Collection in Scottsdale: ScottsdaleAZ.gov/solid-waste/brush-bulk-collection" (City of Scottsdale - Government via Facebook)
• "On this episode of Podsdale, we sat down with Andy Passmonick and Ray Gomez from Vista Del Camino Community Center to learn how residents can find some relief from the heat, and the ways Scottsdale supports its vulnerable residents all year round." Check out the video here. (City of Scottsdale - Government via Facebook)
• "If [a] snake is in your yard, and you are not comfortable waiting for it to return to its normal habitat, the Phoenix (602-550-1090) and Arizona (480-894-1625) Herpetological Associations are volunteer organizations that can relocate the snake... If the snake is determined to be poisonous and it is located inside your home or garage, or at the entrance to your home, call the fire department’s non-emergency number at 480-312-8911." (Scottsdale Fire Department via Facebook)

Thanks for following along and staying informed. I'll see you tomorrow!

— Megan Moreno

About me: Dr. Megan Moreno is a registered nurse, leader, cancer survivor, wife, and mother of two. Megan loves spending time with her husband, who is an Army combat veteran, and their children exploring the beautiful city of Scottsdale.

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