🌱 Scottsdale Champions Short-Term Rental Change + Restaurant Week

Hello neighbors! It's Megan Moreno, your host of the Scottsdale Patch newsletter — here to explain all the most important things happening in town these days. Including:

• The city of Scottsdale has proposed significant short-term rental changes.
• 2023 Fall Arizona Restaurant Week is around the corner!
• DNA sample can now be used as evidence in Allison Feldman murder case.

But first, your weekend weather: It will be mostly sunny and hot, with a high of 109 and low of 85.

Here are the top stories today in Scottsdale:

1. The city has made three proposals to address challenges with short-term rentals and restore the quality of life in Scottsdale neighborhoods. The city is requesting that Arizona Legislature amend state law to allow local governments to cap the total number of STRs, limit the density of STRs in specified areas, and create separation requirements between STRs. The proposals will be presented at the League of Arizona Cities and Towns national conference on Aug. 29, and the city is "confident they will become part of the league's legislative agenda for the 2024 session of the Arizona Legislature." (City of Scottsdale)
2. Prepare to "indulge in the flavors of Scottsdale" during 2023 Fall Arizona Restaurant Week from Sept. 8 to 17! Plan your experience by checking out participating restaurants and their menus here. More restaurants are being added daily, but some of the Scottsdale restaurants participating so far include Buck & Rider, Campo Italian Bistro & Bar, Federal American Grill, Olive & Ivy, and Roaring Fork. (Experience Scottsdale via Facebook)
3. Three individuals were attacked by bees on Wednesday, marking the third bee attack in the Valley this past week. The incident occurred near Bell and Pima roads, and none of the individuals involved required hospitalization. The beehive involved is expected to be removed. (Fox 10 Phoenix)
4. The Arizona Court of Appeals ruled that Ian Mitcham's DNA can be used as evidence in the Allison Feldman murder case. Feldman was killed in her Scottsdale home in 2018, and Mitcham was taken into custody as a suspect linked to the crime. The DNA sample in question was collected from Mitcham "as part of an unrelated DUI case in 2015" and will now be used as evidence. (NewsBreak)

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Tomorrow, Monday, and Tuesday in Scottsdale:

Sunday, August 27

• Western Movie Matinees: "A Fistful of Dollars" at Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West. Purchase tickets online. (2:00 PM)
• Latin Dance Classes/Bridgette Marie at Scottsdale Neighborhood Arts Place (2:00 PM - 9:00 PM)

Monday, August 28

Scottsdale Neighborhood Arts Place is offering:

• Brian Lavelle Ballroom Dance Instruction (12:00 PM - 1:00 PM)
• ABA Pre-Ballet & Ballet Class for beginners (4:30 PM - 5:30 PM)
• Yelena Goldberg Piano Studio (4:30 PM - 6:30 PM)
• Argentine Tango Workshops Beginning & Intermediate (7:00 PM - 8:30 PM)

Tuesday, August 29

• Vivi Erickson’s Viola/Violin Studio at Scottsdale Neighborhood Arts Place (3:30 PM - 7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• "Bring your kids, your friends, your dog — whoever — to the #ParksandRecRewind: 80s Night! We'll have something for everyone. This free event starts Saturday, Sept. 2 from 6 - 9 p.m. at Scottsdale Civic Center." (Scottsdale Parks & Recreation via Facebook)
• Check out this project update on the new Scottsdale Fire Training Center! (Scottsdale Fire Department via Facebook)
• "CSS Kat Palma shows how they process evidence items for DNA in the lab." (Scottsdale Police Department via Facebook)
• "CONGRATULATIONS to the 2023 Sterling Awards finalists! Go to https://bit.ly/3qQcLn9 to see the full list of finalists and for ticket and sponsorship information. The 37th Annual Sterling Awards, presented by Desert Financial Credit Union, will be held Thursday, Nov. 9 at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts." (Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)
• "Tune in for the latest on economic development in Scottsdale. The Aug. 21 episode of Scottsdale Vibes features the incredible Josh Utterback, economic development program manager. https://bit.ly/3EbxftP" (Scottsdale Economic Development via Facebook)
• "Disposal tip for Scottsdale residents: This is a reminder when prepping your lawn for winter grass, clippings must be bagged and tied prior to being placed in your trash container or curbside for Brush and Bulk Collection. For a greener alternative, consider 'recycling' your grass clippings through composting. Learn more about solid waste collections in Scottsdale: ScottsdaleAZ.gov/solid-waste" (City of Scottsdale - Government via Facebook)

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That's it for today! See you next week for your next 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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