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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1970
Page
5
Ten candidates vie for three Scottsdale City Council seats in the February 17 primary. Included are two incumbents, a former councilman, and a former mayoral candidate, with a March 24 runoff if needed. Backgrounds cover university roles, corporate positions, STEP committees, and community service.
Various residents propose policies on where tall buildings may be allowed, ranging from moratoriums and area- specific zoning to maintaining Scottsdale’s Western character. Critics urge comprehensive plans, open space, and protection of property values while balancing development and infrastructure.
City voices weigh future growth around Old Town and shopping hubs. Caywood urges low density residential around core areas while upgrading R-5 and R-4 only as buffers. Drinkwater calls preservation for existing residents as canal area nears full development. Gentry advocates constant environmental upgrading across the city.
Local leaders weigh federal HUD redevelopment in Scottsdale including Vista del Camino and Civic Center areas. Proponents cite park creation and improved housing, while opponents urge private-led and minimal federal controls to protect ownership and avoid tourist-area housing.
City discussion centers on zoning north of the Arizona Canal with CARVALHO urging adherence to the master plan. Proponents say current zoning is appropriate and should not be altered to reflect policy changes or development pressures.
Residents and officials discuss upholding the 1967 Master Plan to keep the area north of the canal low density with open spaces, school and park contributions, and limited development. Some advocate cautious growth near McCormick Ranch while preserving horse privileges and desert living.
Gentry urges traffic signal synchronization and north south arterials plus Mohave park complex and branch libraries north of Camelback and south of Thomas. Hink pushes traffic relief via by passes and paving unpaved streets while reducing dust and pollution. Johnson calls for north south Scottsdale corridors, renewed park system, and better police facilities. Moore lists streets parks equipment and water. Trexler prioritizes streets and lights and flood control with Papago Freeway study. Bartos notes potential dual focus if funds allow.
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