🌱 Resident Input Encouraged + Another Voice Scam Call + Z'Tejas Class

Hello neighbors! It's Megan Moreno, your host of the Patch newsletter. Keep reading for everything you need to know about what's happening in town these days, including...

• The city continues to encourage residents to share their feedback and opinions.
• Another frightening voice scam call impacts a resident.
• Z'Tejas is offering a unique class.

But first, your local weather: It will be hot with sun and some clouds, with a high of 110 and low of 88.

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Here are the top stories today in Scottsdale:

1. The city of Scottsdale is encouraging residents to participate in community conversations by joining Speak Up Scottsdale, the new "online community designed to foster continuous, meaningful conversation among residents, businesses and the city." Scottsdale relies on the perspectives and opinions of residents to guide city initiatives and policies, and nearly 200 participants in Speak Up Scottsdale are already giving their feedback and opinions. Visit SpeakUpScottsdale.com to join the conversation! (City of Scottsdale)
2. A Scottsdale resident received a frightening scam phone call this past Tuesday. The resident received a call with what sounded like her daughter's voice "crying and sobbing, claiming to have been robbed and abducted." The caller identified himself as a DEA agent and told a story of the resident's daughter witnessing a drug deal, calling 911, and being abducted by the drug dealers because she reported them. The caller claimed that she had been tracked to a Scottsdale apartment complex and that authorities had the building surrounded. However, the resident became suspicious when the caller told her to isolate herself from her husband to ensure their conversation was secure, and she called her daughter on another phone line and confirmed the story wasn't true. The phone number was reported to the Scottsdale Police Department, and the incident is currently under investigation. (NewsBreak)
3. Are you a fan Z'Tejas and wish you knew the secrets to making some of their menu items? Well, you are in luck! Z'Tejas is offering a "Margarita and Guacamole Making Class" on Wednesday, Aug. 23 at 6 p.m. at the Scottsdale location at 8300 N. Hayden Road. Participants will learn how to perfect guacamole and create the Z'Tejas signature margarita, and they will leave with a shaker of their own. The class is $50 per person, and you can reserve your spot here. (mouth by southwest)

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Tomorrow in Scottsdale:

Friday, August 18

• Scottsdale Bakes — "No Bake." Register online for this virtual event. (10:30 AM - 11:30 AM)
• Story Stop at Civic Center Library (10:30 AM - 10:45 AM)
• Memory Lounge: The Beauty of Branches with Ellen Wagener at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts (1:00 PM - 2:30 PM)

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From my notebook:

• "When it’s time to demo your training facility, you throw in some breaching training!" (Scottsdale Police Department via Facebook)
• "SFD is a proud member of the Drowning Prevention Coalition of Arizona... Keep your eyes on those in the water. Don't be distracted by phones, yardwork, BBQ or friends." (Scottsdale Fire Department via Facebook)
• "Scottsdale Public Library is looking for loans or donations related to the [Scottsdale Woman's Club]. If you have pictures, scrapbooks or documents from the Scottsdale Woman's Club or Scottsdale Junior Woman's Club, visit the Scottsdale Heritage Connection webpage to find out how you can help enhance the city’s historical collection: ScottsdaleLibrary.org/historical" (City of Scottsdale - Government via Facebook)
• "Did you know Scottsdale Airport was ranked 4th in the world for business aviation departures in 2022? If you'd like to help advise City Council on airport-related policy matters, apply by Aug. 31 to serve on the Airport Advisory Commission: http://ScottsdaleAZ.gov/.../scottsdale-seeking-board-and..." (City of Scottsdale - Government via Facebook)
• "Here’s what’s coming up: 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 16: Scottsdale Environmental Advisory Commission; 9 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 17: PSPRS Police and Fire; 1 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 17: Development Review Board; 5:15 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 17: Transportation Commission; 5:15 p.m Thursday, Aug. 17: Building Advisory Board of Appeals. Learn about the responsibilities of city Boards and Commissions and how you can serve: ScottsdaleAZ.gov/boards." (City of Scottsdale - Government via Facebook)
• "Join us for the 'The Business Case for Mental Health' on Wednesday, Sept. 27, from 2-5:30 p.m. at The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa to discover the powerful business case behind fostering mental wellness in the workplace... Register now at: https://bit.ly/44CZwET." (Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Thursday off right! I'll be in your inbox tomorrow with another update.

— 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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