As I have long said, tourism is Scottsdale’s industry; the goose that laid the golden egg. By that I mean tourists have economic impact far in excess of the taxpayer-funded cost of the public services they consume, creating a fiscally-sustainable economy which permanent residents enjoy. While the majority of Scottsdale tourists arrive by means other […]
Local Quote: Historic Preservation
This article ran last year and I’ve had it in my drafts folder for some unknown reason. It’s still timely, though, as the history of Scottsdale is always under threat from those who seek to capitalize upon it. Historians build on ways to preserve city’s story By Michael Clancy, The Republic | azcentral.com Scottsdale could […]
Sky Harbor Air Traffic Noise 2
In an article last month about increased noise impinging on Scottsdale from newly implemented Phoenix Sky Harbor air traffic, I mentioned the FAA’s “NextGen” program. This seeks to smooth air traffic flow; reduce throttle jockeying by aircraft that used to have to stair-step their altitudes on approach or departure; and to cut down on fuel […]