Scottsdale Visioning
Scottsdale AZ

During a two-year period, the citizens of Scottsdale met to explore the future of their community. The dialogue began with the question, "How did we get to where we are now and can we agree on that?" A sequence of questions led up to, "What is our shared vision and how can we make it happen?" The findings produced four "Dominant Themes" identifying the City's special direction and character. Specific "Vision Tasks" were outlined for implementation by both the City and citizen activities. Scottsdale Visioning is regarded to be one of the most extensive, citizen-centered programs of its kind. The Arizona Planning Association honored the process with its Best Public Information/Public Participation Award.

One of the early projects to result from the process was the creation of satellite Citizens Service Centers to be located in shopping malls, schools and senior centers. The first Center to be established received the International City-County Management Association's Award for Excellence in Citizen Involvement.