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[GUEST COLUMN] Thank You Scottsdale. In a joint thank-you note, For The Best Scottsdale Campaign co-chairs Andrea Alley, Dana Close, Paula Sturgeon, Dennis Robbins and Mike Norton express gratitude to everyone who helped the city approve its first major bond package in 19 years. RLGR. http://bit.ly/2Cwk8mV
Secret developer group rehearsing public comments to stop legal dispensary in Scottsdale. Another hush-hush email has surfaced from the group bent on killing plans for the much-needed downtown medical cannabis dispensary Sunday Goods so that a high-rise can be built instead. RLGR. http://bit.ly/2Q0hgXK
As development creeps into the last reaches of north Scottsdale, residents are fighting back. “New luxury homes are proposed to be built on an empty lot off of Jenan Drive in Scottsdale. But neighbors say the homes and an accompanying zoning request could change the character of the neighborhood.” AZCentral. http://bit.ly/32unAt9
Final tower at Optima Sonoran Village now complete.Multi-Housing News pops out a 5-image slideshow along with a rundown of amenities and features for Optima’s “fifth and final tower” at 68th St and Camelback. http://bit.ly/34M9YuP
Robson Reserve at PebbleCreek opens in Goodyear. The three-story, 337,000-sq.-ft. Robson Senior Living Community along Clubhouse Dr in Goodyear is officially open — and AZRE has an overview. http://bit.ly/2Ki5pRd
Maricopa’s 1st apartment complex to P&Z. “Oasis at the Wells is designed to be 5.12 acres on the new Shea Road off Porter Road, between Walmart and Banner Health.” Details and drawing at InMaricopa. http://bit.ly/2NVijFw
Still a seller’s market in Maricopa. InMaricopa rolls out a local housing report for October, with a brief forecast on what to expect through year’s end. http://bit.ly/2X0fIhU
Report: Renters still ‘burdened.’ The “situation remains bleak” across the nation for “budget-challenged” renters, and the Valley is no exception. But strides are being made, with projects in Tempe and Surprise. YourValley, http://bit.ly/2qBVwqc
Zoning breakdown: Can it be measured to be more effective? “Many cities across the country are analyzing their zoning regulations to make changes that would hopefully increase development and bring in more affordable housing.” This report from Brookings discusses “the challenges” involved in “creating” such “impactful zoning.” (via Builder). http://bit.ly/2NW7liX
HOLY HOMEBUILDING, BATMAN! -KB Home names Amit Desai to top marketing post. KB has named “Amit Desai senior vice president and chief marketing officer.” Desai brings a slew of branding powers to homebuilding, skills spawned via extensive work with Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman and other superhero characters while at Warner Bros. http://bit.ly/36LY4CK
Energy drink maker to open enormous production facility in Phoenix. “Bang Energy expected to add more than 300 jobs when the 400,000-square-foot facility near 43rd Avenue and Buckeye Road fully opens.” KTAR. http://bit.ly/2WUcoEK
Councilwoman Betty Guardado appointed Phoenix vice mayor.KTAR reports that District 5 Councilwoman Betty Guardado was appointed to the role earlier this week. http://bit.ly/36LeCLk
As a supplement to the Dealmaker, we thought you might enjoy these articles!
‘Cool Uncle’ Bruce Arians hasn’t changed much since retiring from Arizona Cardinals. “Arians didn’t just fill your daily notebook, he gave you absolute belly laughs, and his salty language only made him more interesting, spontaneous and fun.” By: AZCentral sports reporter Bob McManaman. http://bit.ly/2pVZJVL
‘OK Boomer’ marks the end of friendly generational relations. “ ‘Ok boomer’ has become Generation Z’s endlessly repeated retort to the problem of older people who just don’t get it.” Hey, we’ve even heard it from G-Zers here at Dealmaker HQ, when we announced we were going to run this NYT piece that’s nearly two weeks old! -> http://bit.ly/32uWemk
Judge lifts confidentiality order on Arizona redistricting documents from GOP operative. “At the heart of the issue are more than a quarter million digital files made by Thomas Hofeller, a Republican operative and redistricting guru known for creating heavily gerrymandered districts.” AZ Mirror. http://bit.ly/2X1LJGb
