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Consistent land use planning
and protecting our unique quality of life.
Arizona’s Water Crisis: The 2026 Cliff
With 2026 guidelines expiring, Scottsdale faces a new operational reality through 2046. Episode 2 of The Shrinking Vein explores the 1.2 million acre-foot Structural Deficit and the math impasse stalling basin negotiations. While Arizona is 36% dependent on the river, Scottsdale’s 72% reliance creates a unique vulnerability. Finally, we define “Dead Pool” as a technical engineering limit, not total depletion
COGS Research Desk: AI Powered Insights
COGS uses advanced AI to navigate 25 years of City Council summaries and Planning Commission archives. We provide the clarity needed to verify project compliance, trace voting histories, and expose policy shifts instantly. Support these investigative tools and empower our neighborhoods by becoming a sustaining member today.
Important Changes To Voting Deadlines
Following a permanent shift in Arizona election law, the state’s primary election has officially moved up from its traditional August date to July. With three critical Scottsdale City Council seats on the ballot, this timeline adjustment directly impacts when you must register to vote or update your voter details. To ensure your local voice is heard, it is vital to verify that your registration matches your current address or party preference before the early summer deadlines. Click below to review the new election calendar and find direct, official links to quickly register or update your voter profile online.
At COGS, we believe growth should benefit our city without compromising the respect residents deserve from planners and developers. We defend our neighborhoods through three core pillars:
Research
Factual analysis of city records and development proposals. We ensure transparency and project compatibility to protect your neighborhood’s character.
Community Outreach
Bridging the gap between citizens and City Hall. We ensure proposed changes are announced clearly and that your public input is heard.
Mentorship & Advocacy
Empowering residents with strategic support and institutional knowledge. We mentor you to effectively defend land-use and design standards.
COGS, a 501 (c)(4) non-profit, is a “YES” group for appropriate and proposed quality projects throughout our city. We encourage zoning attorneys and project representatives to conference with us at their Pre-Application stage; they will find COGS is a valuable resource in outreach to community leaders.
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