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🌱 Scottsdale Smart Cities Finalists + Pedestrian Hit By Car Dies

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Good morning, neighbors! It's Megan Moreno, your host of the Scottsdale Patch newsletter — back again to explain all the most important things happening locally, including:

  • Two Scottsdale technologies are Smart Cities finalists.
  • A man was struck by a car and died in Scottsdale.
  • CND Life Sciences is moving in, while McKesson Corp. moves out.

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Here are the top stories today in Scottsdale:

  1. Scottsdale is a finalist for two different applications in the 2023 International Data Corporation Smart Cities Awards. Electronic solutions that attract visitors, attract new businesses, and improve the lives of residents are considered for this designation. Scottsdale's two finalists are the Smart Water Conversation Application, which offers an automated solution for improved water conservation, and the Scottsdale GIS App for the World's Premier Golf Event, which shows near-real-time statuses and locations of first responders during high-volume activities like the WM Phoenix Open. Residents can vote for these two finalists through March 31 via SurveyMoney. (City of Scottsdale)
  2. A pedestrian was hit by a car at Shea and Scottsdale Roads and died. While it's unknown if the 70-year-old Minnesota native was in the crosswalk when hit, the driver of the car stayed at the scene and is not believed to have been speeding or impaired. Roads were closed for several hours during the investigation, but were reopened. (ABC15 Arizona in Phoenix)
  3. CND Life Sciences leased space for a new global headquarters at 9165 E. Del Camino Drive in the Pima Center. The company specializes in "medical diagnostics for neurodegenerative diseases," and an increased demand for this research and testing led to the company's expansion. (The Business Journals)
  4. McKesson Corp. will close its Scottsdale office. The company will cut 815 jobs across the country, which includes positions in the Valley. (The Business Journals)

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Today in Scottsdale:

  • Scottsdale Parks & Recreation invites all to "celebrate Scottsdale's second inclusive playground at Thompson Peak Park (TPP)!... TPP joined Chaparral Park in offering inclusive playgrounds - tailored to children with physical, cognitive, and sensory limitations. In addition to meeting the accessibility standards and ADA guidelines that all of Scottsdale's 37 playgrounds meet, this new inclusive playground features a grounded whirl, harness and basket swings, and multisensory tactile experiences. To help celebrate, guests of the ribbon cutting will be joined by Adaptive Services' own Bandit, mascot of the Scottsdale Bobcats Special Olympics program!" (2:30 PM)

The Scottsdale Neighborhood Arts Place is offering:

The Scottsdale Public Library is offering:

Nearby Event:

  • The Chandler Jazz Festival continues today and through April 2! "The free, family-friendly festival features more than 40 hours of live performances. Festivalgoers are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs to the outdoor concert. This is an alcohol & smoke free event." (5:00 PM - 11:00 PM)

From my notebook:

  • Pour it out! Pour Decisions Patio & Kitchen has opened in the space formerly occupied by Dos Gringos in Old Town! Pour Decisions is "a modern bar and restaurant geared particularly toward millennials" that features "a rooftop bar, inside restaurant seating and an outdoor patio equipped with a bar and an intimate stage for live music." (Scottsdale Progress)
  • Canceled event alert! "Scottsdale's April 1 Ride to Read event has been cancelled." Alternatively, the city hopes guests will consider attending "this year's Cycle the Arts event on Sunday, April 16." (City of Scottsdale)
  • The Scottsdale Fire Department is preparing to battle wildfires! "Arizona firefighters kick off this year's wildfire training at Lake Pleasant. CAWRT training consists of shelter deployment training and other qualifications firefighters need to be certified for the frontline of wildfire defense... Firefighters from departments in Surprise, Peoria, Scottsdale, and more are attending the all-day training sessions in cooperation with the Bureau of Land Management and the Tonto National Forest." (Scottsdale Fire Department via Facebook)
  • Firewatch! The Scottsdale Fire Department has its first podcast. "Episode 2 is coming soon! https://bit.ly/SFDPodcast1" (Scottsdale Fire Department via Facebook)
  • "Looking to book a birthday party at the pool this summer? Online reservations for spaces at Eldorado and McDowell Mountain Ranch Aquatic Centers are available. Birthday party reservations can be made in two-hour blocks during waterpark hours in May, June, July and August. Learn more and book yours today: ScottsdaleAZ.gov/sports/aquatics/aquatic-reservations" (City of Scottsdale - Government via Facebook)
  • "Should the city amend the zoning map to designate Scottsdale City Hall within a historic property district? Let us know your thoughts at one of two meetings: Wednesday, April 12, or Thursday, April 13. Both run 5-6:30 p.m. at One Civic Center, 7447 E. Indian School Road, Suite 105, Community Development conference rooms 1 and 2. Scottsdale's Historic Preservation Commission has identified City Hall as a site with potential historic significance. The proposal assists in protecting, preserving and enhancing an example of Scottsdale's past. Scottsdale City Hall was built in 1968 and represents the work of master architect Bennie Gonzales and is an example of the Pueblo Revival architectural style. Learn more: http://EServices.scottsdaleaz.gov/.../8b1e7255-ca96-44d6..." (City of Scottsdale - Government via Facebook)
  • The Scottsdale Police Department gave a "shout out to a special group of middle-schoolers" at the Center for Jewish Philanthropy of Greater Phoenix who donated stuffed animals, "that come with their own birth certificates, to be given to child victims that will come through our doors." (Scottsdale Police Department via Facebook)
  • The Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce reminds us that "the SRYP Network & Navigate event is April 12th at Anticus - Fine Art, Books, Jewelry, and Design Gallery! Join us on an art scavenger hunt through curated collections while mingling with like-minded YP's in the heart of Old Town. Discover talented artists, uncover hidden gems, and grow your network! Info and Registration at: http://bit.ly/3LugLBN" (Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce via Facebook)
  • Scottsdale Economic Development's "featured job of the week is courtesy of Fender. They are currently searching for a talented IT Systems Administrator to join their team in Scottsdale. Find out more about this position and others: https://bit.ly/3zf2jpW" (Scottsdale Economic Development via Facebook)
  • Uh oh! A Scottsdale restaurant made the list for health inspection violations! Brat Haus at 3622 N. Scottsdale Road received four violations, including keeping food at inappropriate temperatures and handling food with bare hands. (Arizona's Family)

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That's it for today! I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow morning with your next update.

— Megan Moreno

About me: 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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