🌱 Update To Mail Notification Of Developments + Vaping Input Needed

Hi, neighbors! I'm back in your inbox this warm morning to walk you through everything you need to know about what's happening in Scottsdale. Today's issue includes:

• Mail notification of developments within 1,250 feet.
• Vaping input needed.
• Innocent Scottsdale gallery continues to be threatened and vandalized.

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Now, your local weather: It will be mostly sunny and very warm, with a high of 105 and low of 81.

Here are the top stories in Scottsdale today:

1. Residents can now get information about new developments happening in their neighborhoods easier and faster. The city will now mail notification for "general plan and rezoning cases to surrounding properties within 1,250 feet, formerly 750 feet." Applicants will also be required to provide "online case fact sheets with a summary of project changes" each time they resubmit to the city. Applicants will also be required to detail whether they complied with community outreach best practices. (City of Scottsdale)
2. The city is seeking input from residents about vaping, a significant challenge for schools and public health, to assist with the development of programs to reduce usage. Join Speak Up Scottsdale to get involved. Share your experiences, opinions, and thoughts by taking the "Vaping Survey." (City of Scottsdale)
3. A racist video went viral three years ago, and an innocent Scottsdale art gallery that happened to appear in the background continues to pay the price. The man in the video lived above the previous store location but had no affiliation with the store itself, and the business owner did not appear in the video. The owner moved her store to a new location and changed the name of her business to Crane & Crow Gallery, yet she continues to have to be on guard. She receives threatening phone calls often, and this past Sunday, someone put a rock through the window. (12News)

Tomorrow in Scottsdale:

Thursday, August 10

• Scottsdale Rising Young Professionals - From SRYP to VIP: Shifting Gears and Changing Careers at 2575 E. Camelback Road, 8th Floor, Phoenix, 85016. Register online. (11:30 AM - 1:00 PM)
• Western Movie Matinees: "A Fistful of Dollars" at Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West. Purchase tickets online. (2:00 PM)
• Participant Support Group at HonorHealth Shea, 10460 N. 92nd St., presented by Cancer Support Community Arizona (3:30 PM)
• ArtWalk at Old Town Arts District (7:00 PM - 9:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• "Our most amazing SRO team wishes all the students a Happy First Day of School. Looking forward to another great year!" (Scottsdale Police Department via Facebook)
• "Saying goodbye to summer vacation and hello to the new school year!" (McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park via Facebook)
• "Foundational Behavior No. 1: Treasure, protect, and promote our reputation... Consider how your actions affect our collective reputation and be a proud ambassador for the organization." (Scottsdale Police Department via Facebook)
• "We’ll be screening the new animated 'Super Mario Bros' movie at Scottsdale Civic Center [on Saturday, Aug. 12]!... This free event runs from 7-9 p.m. and the movie will start shorty after sunset around 7:30 p.m." (Scottsdale Parks & Recreation via Facebook)
• "As Scottsdale students prepare for the new school year, here is a look at how our Back-to-School Program directly impacts the community. Through a collaborative effort, we were able to serve 918 students, directly impacting 412 families. They walked away with school supplies, gift cards, activity bags, health screenings free books and more." (Scottsdale Human Services via Facebook)
• "Grants are available to spruce up non-HOA, mature neighborhoods in Scottsdale... Get details and apply today: http://ScottsdaleAZ.gov/.../neighborhood-enhancement-grant" (City of Scottsdale - Government via Facebook)

That's it for today! See you all tomorrow 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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