City Council | Regular and Work Study Meetings - July 1 2026

The Scottsdale City Council held a regular and work study meeting on July 1, 2026, addressing several procurement and budget-related matters. Key procurement discussions centered on the approval of funding for parking garage projects in Old Town Scottsdale, including a $12 million allocation to complete the Old Town Parking Corral garage, which had previously received $6 million for design and preconstruction. The council debated the location and necessity of the garage, with public comments both supporting and opposing the project. Additionally, the council approved a bar conditional use permit with associated parking credits. The meeting also included discussions on potential ordinances for large water users, particularly data centers, focusing on water conservation and noise abatement, with plans to bring these topics forward for further study. The council considered transparency measures related to charter officer evaluations and salaries but did not advance those proposals. A legislative update was provided, highlighting the city's efforts to maintain local zoning control and infrastructure funding. No new contracts or vendor selections were explicitly mentioned, but the meeting involved significant budget allocations and policy discussions impacting future procurement activities in Scottsdale.