# Scottsdale Council Divided on Development and Water | Mesa News

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Podcast: [Mesa News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/mesa-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7559357)
Published: 2026-07-02T12:28:15+00:00
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Scottsdale’s City Council race is boiling over as two sharply divided camps clash over development, ethics, and water security. Incumbents Barry Graham and Michelle Ugenti-Rita lead a conservative bloc opposing overdevelopment and “woke liberal ideology,” while Solange Whitehead, Ethan Knowlden, Raoul Zubia, and Crystal Carroll push for consensus, ethical governance, and community-driven growth. The debate centers on apartment projects—with conservatives staunchly against them and progressives advocating for smart, infrastructure-backed expansion. Axon, the Taser maker, has become a flashpoint, with accusations of corporate election meddling met with denials and claims of career-driven politics. Water policy also divides the field: some see recycled water projects as too risky and expensive, others insist they’re vital supply-side solutions amid tightening resources. The stakes couldn’t be higher as Scottsdale voters decide who will steer the city’s future. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/e6b1b9d4d5319397

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