Old Town Leases, Downtown Task Force and Council Race Lead Scottsdale News
Scottsdale, AZ – April 1, 2026 – Major Old Town redevelopment leases, a new downtown task force, and a crowded City Council race lead local headlines.
Scottsdale’s business and political landscape is moving quickly as the city heads into April.
Arbor Old Town Secures First Major Leases
A high-profile office redevelopment at Scottsdale and Indian School roads is gaining traction. The Arbor Old Town project, a 360,000-square-foot campus spanning three buildings, has signed its first tenants as construction moves toward a projected third-quarter 2026 completion.
A Scottsdale-based payroll technology company will relocate its headquarters to the site, taking more than 32,000 square feet. Another financial technology firm has also committed to space. Developers say nearly 48,000 square feet is now leased, and speculative office suites are under construction to attract additional tenants.
The project is one of the most visible economic development efforts in Old Town, aiming to blend office space with hospitality-style amenities and public gathering areas.
City Launches Downtown Task Force
City leaders are also turning their attention to Old Town’s long-term direction. Scottsdale has announced the formation of a Downtown Scottsdale Task Force to help shape policy and planning decisions for the area.
The group’s first meeting is scheduled for April 21. Officials say the task force will review issues ranging from land use and transportation to business vitality and public safety. With redevelopment pressure and tourism both on the rise, the effort signals a broader conversation about growth, character and infrastructure needs in the city’s core.
Eight Candidates File for City Council
On the political front, eight candidates have qualified for the ballot to compete for three Scottsdale City Council seats. The race is expected to draw attention as debates continue over development standards, road projects and city spending priorities.
The crowded field sets up a competitive election cycle, with council decisions in recent years drawing both praise and criticism from residents. Voters will help determine the direction of city policy on growth, budgeting and neighborhood planning in the months ahead.
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