By Beth Duckett | The Arizona Republic
One by one, the merchants at the Borgata of Scottsdale have closed shop at the struggling retail center northwest of Scottsdale Road and McDonald Drive.
With fewer than 10 shops remaining, the 32-year-old landmark resembling an upscale Italian village is poised to become the Residences at Borgata, a four-story condominium complex of about 220 units for active-adult residents 55 and older.
The Scottsdale City Council, at its first meeting back from summer break, will vote on a General Plan amendment and rezoning for the project Monday. The meeting starts at 5 p.m. at City Hall, 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd.
Meanwhile, the likely demolition of one of Scottsdale’s most iconic shopping centers has prompted some residents to rally support to save the shopping center, although some say it is too little, too late.
