🌱 No. 1 City For Renters + Scottsdale Salutes 2023 Nominations

Hello, neighbors! It's Wednesday in Scottsdale and I'm back in your inbox to catch you up on what's happening in town. Today's issue includes...

• Scottsdale is ranked a top city for renters.
• Call for Scottsdale Salutes 2023 nominations.
• Book donations needed.

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Now, your local weather:

It will be mostly sunny and hot, with a high of 113 and low of 87.

Here are the top stories in Scottsdale today:

1. Scottsdale was ranked the No. 1 city for renters by WalletHub. To determine the rankings, WalletHub compared "key quality-of-life measures," such as job market, weather, recreation-friendliness, safety, and quality of the public school system, in "more than 180 rental markets across the United States." Scottsdale has been "one of the fastest-growing cities in the U.S." over the past two decades, and it is also one of the "fastest-growing cities for millionaires." Chandler also made the list for renters by landing the No. 9 spot. (CNBC)
2. The city's Veterans Advisory Commission is seeking nominations for the Scottsdale Salutes program. The program honors current and past residents who are veterans, currently serving in the armed forces, or are guard/reserve members by proudly displaying their photos on banners that hang from street light poles throughout Old Town during the month of November. You can submit a nomination here. You can learn about the 2022 Scottsdale Salutes Honorees here. Special shout out to my husband, Joseph, who was honored in this program last year! (City of Scottsdale)
3. Paiute Neighborhood Center's free little library is in need of book donations. Please consider donating any extra children's books to the center, which serves children up to sixth grade. You can call 480-312-2529 for more information. (City of Scottsdale)

Tomorrow in Scottsdale:

Thursday, July 20

• Virtual AM Connect Hosted By The Weber Group. Register online. (8:00 AM - 9:00 AM)
• Girls in STEM at Mustang Library (2:00 PM - 3:30 PM)
• SUSD Job Fair at Mohave District Annex, 8500 E. Jackrabbit Road. "We're looking to fill positions for bus drivers and mechanics, teachers, security, facilities and more. Come join us and be part of making a different in students' lives!" (3:00 PM - 6:00 PM)
• Glow Up @SMoCA: Sound Bath at Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art. "Refresh your aura, and bathe in the serene light of Phillip K. Smith III's Three Parallels as a sound bath - led by Melinda Milton - eases you into deep relaxation." (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• "Maybe a 9-5 isn’t for you. Find something different here at ScottsdalePD. Apply now to #joinSPDin2023 as a new recruit or lateral/waiver officer! ScottsdalePD.com" (Scottsdale Police Department via Facebook)
• "Families of all kinds love visiting the library - including this quail family at Arabian Library." (Scottsdale Public Library via Facebook)
• "Congratulations to all our bookworms for doing a great job over the summer! Scottsdale has read 4,744,000 minutes so far this summer - can we reach 6 million minutes by August 1?? Don't forget to log in your points and visit to collect your prizes!" (Scottsdale Public Library via Facebook)
• "Summer Reading Program participants are working 'All Together Now' to fill up our windows with their names! The Summer Reading Program ends on August 1st. It is not too late to sign-up and log your reading minutes to earn fun prizes for all ages." (Scottsdale Public Library via Facebook)
• "Join us on Wednesdays at the Via Linda Senior Center for Rummikub from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Everyone is welcome and there will be a volunteer to teach you the rules of the game! For more information, call Via Linda Senior Center at 480-312-5810." (Scottsdale Senior Services via Facebook)
• "While this time of year quite a few plants are brittle and dormant, the desert is still very much alive. This jackrabbit is just one animal that calls the Preserve home and how special it is to see one." (Scottsdale McDowell Sonoran Preserve via Facebook)
• "Parks and recreation agencies in the U.S. generate nearly $218 billion in economic activity annually - and we've been a great contributor to that in Scottsdale. Our sports complexes and fields are host to regional and national tournaments that create significant economic impact, with many out of state travelers booking hotel stays and spending money in Scottsdale... The tournament also created 48 jobs and an additional $1.6 million in labor spending and income" (Scottsdale Parks & Recreation via Facebook)

You're officially in the loop for today! 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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