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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1974
Page
2
Maricopa County Board of Supervisors approved a 123 million dollar budget with a 40 cent per 100 valuation tax increase. The plan, supported 4-1, cites inflation and debt retirement costs while Eldon Rudd dissented citing hardship from rising taxes and inflation.
A 21 year old Phoenix man Gary Biscotti had a burglary charge dismissed without prejudice in Scottsdale Justice Court after he turned himself in to police. The unusual dismissal allowed potential refile if victim Duncan can be reached. money recovered and returned to Duncan. separate matters included a 19 year old, George Fitzpatrick, held on $11,000 bond on two counts of first degree burglary and one count of obstruction of justice after being found hiding in a Baskin Robins cabinet following a night of suspected robberies.
Scottsdale Fine Arts Council launches its first student project with a paint-in at the Scottsdale Center for the Arts. The council aims to boost fine arts across districts via art, dance, drama and music programs, with plans for a district wide string program, art festivals, and youth representation.
State Rep. America Mac Carvalho lauded Scottsdale Police Department officers led by Officer Dan Bennet for professionalism and dedication during a 3.5 hour patrol. He observed calls from extortion surveillance to a narcotics arrest, praised good judgment on minor violations, and noted Bennet’s rapport with youths.
Behavior Research Center survey of 1,236 voters shows Russ Williams at 17 percent among Republicans with John Driggs at 15 and Evan Mecham at 11. Democrats tilt to Raul Castro at 48 while Jack Ross sits at 11. Jacquin accuses Mecham over funding promises amid broader primary race, and other campaigns stress jobs, crime, and state utilities.
Scottsdale presents the second annual Aqua Show titled Notions of Nostalgia at Eldorado Pool on Miller Road from 8 to 9 30 p m Wednesday. Over 80 performers will demonstrate Summer Aquatics activities with free public viewing and refreshments sponsored by the City of Scottsdale Community Services.
Peoria School District bond may be postponed after a Superior Court ruling halting district division. Tucson educator James A. George resigns as Arizona Education Association president to return to teaching. Lt. Robert Scott appointed Yavapai County Sheriff to fill the remainder of Sheriff Ayars term. A theater owner from Yuma joins American Judicature Society board as first nonlawyer director. Tucson Rep Thomas Goodwin faces an Aug 29 drunk driving appeal. Hopi leader Abbott Sekaquaptewa accuses Navajo leaders and press of deceit over land dispute bill reporting.
Russell Knox, 40, of Paradise Valley was hospitalized in satisfactory condition at Scottsdale Memorial Hospital after a Monday morning collision on Cactus Road near 64th Street. Police said Nicholas Debaggis, 54, of East Eugie Terrace, failed to stop at a stop sign, striking Knox’s eastbound car. A citation may be issued pending investigation.
The Scottsdale Planning Commission will hear a second request by George Vincent for PRD zoning on a 10 acre parcel at 102nd Street and Cactus Road. Staff is expected to back approval to permit 12 homes on the site zoned R135.
Melba Calloway offers steps to cut air conditioning load by cooking earlier, using cold meals, and outdoors. She urges using exhaust fans, fitting lids, and preheating only when needed while suggesting a free Wise Energy Management booklet and APS office contact in Phoenix at climate 254-6283.
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