OPINION — Last month, I spoke before the Scottsdale City Council about an issue that should be common sense but, of course, has turned into another political sideshow.
In my address, I shared my support for keeping critical long-term water infrastructure projects like the Bartlett Dam expansion and the Advanced Water Purification Facility in the CIP budget because these investments are essential to the resilience of our community in a changing climate. Undermining these projects doesn’t save taxpayers money; it guarantees higher costs for current residents and future generations. It sends the wrong message to families and businesses deciding whether Scottsdale is a safe long-term investment.
Serious leaders plan for the next generation, not just the next news cycle.
